ONLINE AND LOCAL BUSINESSES

Frogtown Juice

Small batch juices that are made locally in Chicago.

Where: 324 N Leavitt St, Chicago, IL 60612

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Justice of the Pies

A Chicago-based bakery that specializes in sweet and savory pies, quiches and tarts.

Where: 65 Chicago Riverwalk, Chicago, IL 60601

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Soap Distillery

Cocktail inspired goods for the badass. Also, their branding is hilarious. Perfect for a present to yourself or a loved one. 

 

Mango Moi

We create high-quality vegan products while educating the importance of self-empowerment through self-care. 

 

Rose Blossom

Urban Chicago florist with upscale fresh flower decor. 

 

DWA- Depart with Art

A small business based in Chicago creating hand-crafted organic body products with love. 

 

An Orange Moon

Hip vintage interior furnishings & design center. Vintage furniture, danish modern, antiques & curiosities.

 

The Alter

Series of pop-up classes, events, and workshop experience to connect more deeply to ourselves. Curated experiences to connect, transform, and ascend.

 

Mad Moisture Beauty

A plant-powered skincare and wellness brand founded to help women reconnect to their glow within.

 

Jon Basíl Tequila

100% De Agave Azul tequila that was born in Jalisco, raised in Chicago.

 

Goldkissed Essentials 

Inclusive, vegan skincare products made with love and care.

LOOP

Sweet Maple Cafe

Try the delectable homemade “sweet milk biscuits” or “Not-So-Plain Buttermilk Pancakes,” served with pure Vermont maple syrup. 

Where: 1339 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607

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Kathryn’s Soul

Southern comfort food combo shrimp and jerk chicken pasta dishes, served with love.

Where: 131 N Clinton St, Chicago IL 60661

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Cheezcake Boutique

A bakery that specializes in signature, cheesecake cupcakes.

Where: 520 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

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Nutrition and Beyond, LLC

Expert nutrition consultation for weight loss, diabetes, keto, vegan and gluten-free diets, and much more.

Where: 1136 S Delano Ct B201, Chicago, IL 60605

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NORTH SIDE

Semicolon Chi

Chicago's only black woman-owned bookstore and gallery space.

Where: 515 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60642

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The Long Room

Relaxed bar & coffeehouse with a large, rotating list of beers, a photo booth & a back patio.

Where: 1612 Irving Park Rd #1, Chicago, IL 60613

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Batter and Berries 

Bright cafe with creative pancakes, omelets & other breakfast eats plus sandwiches & lunch fare too.

Where: 2748 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60614

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Demera Ethiopian

Casual Ethiopian eatery with shared plates, house-roasted coffee & traditional music on weekends.

Where: 4801 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60640

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Ras Dashen Ethiopia

Casual spot featuring a traditional Ethiopian menu with both meat & vegetarian options & a full bar.

Where: 5846 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

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Urbane Blades

Chicago’s premiere barbershop.

Where: 948 N Orleans St, Chicago, IL 60610

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Luella’s Southern Kitchen

Traditional Southern favorites are served in a simple storefront space with a BYOB policy.

Where: 4609 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625

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Ethiopian Diamond

Casual restaurant & bar featuring Ethiopian stews (both meat & veggie) & weekly live music.

Where: 6120 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660

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Bettie Lou’s

Unfussy option for American soul food with Caribbean & global influences including brunch.

Where: 5633 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60660

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BULSHO Restaurant

A variety of East African/Somali dishes, with Italian and Middle Eastern twists.

Where: 211 W Walton St, Chicago IL 60610

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WEST SIDE

Ina Mae Tavern 

Funky outpost with a New Orleans vibe, chef-driven fare, live music & specialty retail products.

Where: 1415 N Wood St, Chicago, IL 60622

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Eleven | Eleven

The high-style setting for New American fare with global flavors, wine pairings, cocktails & happy hour.

Where: 1111 W Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607

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Phlavz

In University Village specializing in jerk chicken-themed foods, grew out of a food truck.

Where: 717 W Maxwell St, Chicago, IL 60607

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Soulé

Cozy option for the modernized soul & Creole cooking with BYOB beverages in a casual, modern setting.

Where: 1931 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

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Taste 222

Stylish spot offering New American breakfast, lunch & dinner with cocktails & nonalcoholic drinks.

Where: 222 N Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606

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Mr. Brown’s Lounge

Caribbean cooking & tropical drinks served in a sleek, casual setting with reggae album art & DJs.

Where: 81 E Wacker Pl, Chicago, IL 60601

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Jerky Jerk 

Classic jerk dishes, vegetarian options & CBD smoothies served in simple, spacious quarters.

Where: 2253 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60612

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Tesfa Ethiopian Cuisine

A family-run place offering classic Ethiopian specialties in a warm, low-key atmosphere.

Where: 1023 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

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J Spice

Found in Politan Row, serving up Caribbean cuisine with an unmatched flavor.

Where: 111 N Aberdeen St, Chicago, IL 60607

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Frontier Chicago

Game, oysters & tap brews are served in a stylish lodge space with TVs, a fireplace & a beer garden.

Where: 1072 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60642

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The Delta

Tamales and southern fare are served with the best house cocktails in this snazzy spot.

Where: 1072 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60642

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SOUTH SIDE

FriiStyle

Dedicated entirely to Belgian fries, Friistyle serves up piles of crisp potatoes covered with decadent options, like chicken wings, roast lamb, jerk salmon filets, and Italian beef. 

Where: 5059 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60615

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Truth Italian Restaurant

Easygoing locale offering Italian fare & cocktails in an intimate, warm-colored setting.

Where: 56 E Pershing Rd, Chicago, IL 60653

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Ain’t She Sweet Cafe

Casual, cozy eatery offering counter-serve sandwiches, smoothies & house-baked desserts.

Where: 

526 E 43rd St #2920, Chicago, IL 60653

9920 S Western Ave #1831, Chicago, IL 60643

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Brown Sugar Bakery

Southern-style bakeshop specializing in traditional sweet treats & custom cakes.

Where: 328 E 75th St, Chicago, IL 60619

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Garifuna Flava

Local cafe featuring Caribbean & Latin fare plus a full bar in an unpretentious setting.

Where: 2518 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60629

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Original Soul Vegetarian Kitchen

Vegetarian/vegan Southern & soul food plus a juice bar in a casual storefront space with local art.

Where: 203 E 75th St, Chicago, IL 60619

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The Soul Shack 

No-frills joint cooking up hearty Southern soul food in a casual, compact setting with takeout.

Where: 1368 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615

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TeaPotBrew Bakery

All desserts are baked fresh daily in small batches and features can vary depending on the day of the week. 

Where: 1802 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

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Sip and Savor Coffee

Roomy coffeehouse offering carefully sourced cups, light bites & pastries, plus coffee by the pound.

Where:

528 E 43rd St, Chicago, IL 60653

5301 S Hyde Park Blvd, Chicago, IL 60615

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Can’t Believe It’s Not Meat

A modern & flavorful To-Go Flexitarian, transitioning vegan/vegetarian restaurant

Where: 1368 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615

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Virtue Restaurant

Hearty Southern cooking paired with wines & cocktails in funky-chic quarters with an open kitchen.

Where: 1462 E 53rd St, Chicago, IL 60615

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Cleo’s Southern Cuisine

The menu changes daily, you’ll find some consistent staples like fried chicken and waffles, Creole shrimp and grits, mac and cheese, pineapple candied sweet potatoes, collard greens, and sauteed spinach. 

Where: 4248 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60653

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Eméché Cakery & Cafe

The product offerings include our dessert jars, a variety of pastries including vegan options. We wouldn’t be true to our name if we didn’t offer desserts infused will alcohol as well!

Where: 3453 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

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Kilwin’s

Old-fashioned confectionery chain selling chocolates, ice cream, handmade sweets & gift baskets.

Where: 5226 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60615

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Doughboy’s Chicago

Home of the world famous “SPAGHEDOUH,” a must try, plus calzones and crepes galore. 

Where: 352 E 71ST Street, South Side IL

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