Hole In the Wall Custard & Yogurt Shoppe

Tucked away in Oak Park, this bustling comic haven brims with back issues, collectibles, and friendly faces, perfect for rekindling your passion for comics.

Revered mansion with Prairie School architecture offers educational programs & weekly guided tours.

Chicago-style Italian dishes are prepared with local ingredients at this family-run eatery.

Soul food that includes big portions of its namesake & down-home sides in an exposed-brick setting.

At Pete's Fresh Market, a family-owned grocery with an extensive deli and bakery, you'll find fresh, health-conscious options and a bustling hot bar perfect for convenient meals.

Elegant & understated quarters with kitchenettes in a 1928 building with a grill-style restaurant. Opened in 1928, this historic hotel off I-290 features some vintage architectural details and is a 5-minute drive from the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio, and a 15-minute walk from The Ernest Hemingway Museum. Elegant rooms offer free WiFi, cable TV, and kitchenettes with microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers; suites add separate living rooms. Some rooms have whirlpool tubs and a number of understated motel-style rooms are available in an annex. Parking is complimentary. There's also a warmly decorated grill restaurant with seasonal patio seating, plus a lobby bar with flat-screen TVs. Meeting and event space is available.

Maya Del Sol is a trendy Oak Park hotspot serving up vibrant Latin American fare, fantastic cocktails, and a cozy patio that’s perfect for dining al fresco.

This charming neighborhood theater blends vintage 1940s art deco style with modern comforts like reclining heated seats and affordable snacks, making it a local gem for movie lovers.

Discover a treasure trove of handcrafted jewelry, vintage finds, and cozy home goods in a chic industrial loft that feels uniquely inviting.

At this charming French pastry shop with an open kitchen, indulge in stunning wedding cakes, buttery croissants, and delightful macarons, all crafted with care.