West Town
About West Town
Chicago's West Town neighborhood is located on the city's northwest side. Its diverse population accounts for the presence of many authentic ethnic restaurants and shops. At the beginning the twentieth century, Germans, Poles, Italians and Scandinavians immigrated to West Town. By the middle of the century, the population shifted, and the neighborhood enjoyed an influx of Latinos. This gave rise to some of the best Mexican restaurants in Chicago. La Contessa on North Ashland Avenue is known for it brocheta de camaron, a dish favored by its regular customers. Another favorite restaurant, the Abode Grill, serves authentic Mexican dishes such as Camarones en Cazuela, a shrimp dish with considerable kick. Recently, the neighborhood has been gentrified somewhat as it's become popular with an affluent artist, bohemian and student crowd who enjoy the new organic restaurants in the area. The Flatiron Arts Building is laden with art galleries. The top floor is a mecca for artists who have their studios in the building. With these newest residents came an incursion of fusion restaurants, chic nightclubs and up-end shopping. Although the neighborhood has undergone some changes, one of the most popular spots is still the Division Street Russian and Turkish Bath, an old-style public bath house where neighbors come to for a steam and a bit of gossip.
Events in West Town
Let’s Get Lagered with Hopewell at Tuman’s Tap & Grill
at Tuman's Tap & Grill
Tuman’s Tap & Grill hosts Hopewell Brewing for a lager tapping Saturday, April 27. No cover. No reservations.
Beautifully New Medical Spa 5th Anniversary
at Beautifully New Medical Spa
Celebrate beauty with a visit to Beautifully New Med Spa in Park Ridge to commemorate 5 years of natural enhancements!
Hope Springs Eternal Blood Drive at Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook
at Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook
The Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook Chicago is partnering with Versiti Blood Centers to host the "Hope Springs Eternal" blood drive on Wednesday, May 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the hotel's Prairie’s Ballroom.
French Police
at The Empty Bottle
Get ready to see French Police in Chicago at The Empty Bottle. Secure your tickets now to French Police before this show sells out as this will be one of the biggest concerts all year long.
Patriots Fest
at The Piazza
Patriots Fest highlights those who have fought for our country with performances by 3 Doors Down, Big & Rich, & more. 100% of net proceeds from ticket sales go to Veterans & Active Military Charities.
West Town Updates
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