In June 2022, Northwestern Law student Alicia Crawford took over as president of the Pritzker School of Law’s Student Bar Association — the organization that serves as a liaison between the student...
A dim-lit haven known for its fiery ambiance, Taco Diablo attracts couples for romantic evenings with delicious Mexican cuisine. Co-owner Marty Cless says the idea for the restaurant...
The Best of Evanston is The Daily Northwestern’s annual special issue recognizing the businesses, locations and restaurants that make Evanston unique. After residents and students...
10Q Chicken doesn’t just offer a delectable fusion of fried chicken and East Asian cuisines — it also provides upscale fast food options at an affordable price. Located in a...
Welcome to Mensch’s, the newest downtown bagel spot that has taken Evanston by storm. No matter what you order from the Jewish deli-style pop-up, blissful bursts of flavor await....
If Trader Joe's was a human being, they’d be the “mom friend.” The one you can always rely on, the one you know will pick up any time of the day (or at least between 8 a.m. to...
Clarke’s Off Campus, a go-to Sunday brunch spot, closed its doors in February 2023 — after serving in Evanston for over three decades. Since the 1980s, the longtime downtown...
Sea Ranch Sushi not only has high quality, fresh sushi, but also sells udon noodles and doubles as a Japanese grocery store. That’s not to mention … With most rolls costing anywhere...
I will never forget the first time I took a bite of a cold buttercream cookie from Al’s Deli. Not only because the cold, chewy cookie was unforgettable, but also because it was my...
Situated on tree-lined Hinman Avenue, the Graduate Evanston invites guests to bask in dark academia aesthetics while enjoying a cozy hotel stay. Walking in, guests are greeted...
There’s always room for a sweet treat from Bennison’s Bakery, where sugary delights line display cases. Nestled on the corner of Davis Street and Maple Avenue, Bennison’s...
Formerly located at 809 Church St., Boba Heaven’s time in downtown Evanston was short-lived. The store, originally called Teabar Boba, opened its location in February 2023, but...
Binny’s Beverage Depot, located on Chicago Avenue, is stocked with any and all spirits one can imagine, making it the perfect destination to fulfill any beverage need. The Binny’s...
A failed organic chemistry midterm, a nasty break-up and a growing fire in the belly to “do something crazy” — what’s the historical fix for all? For me, personally, a...
Whether it’s five degrees or 50, there always seems to be a line of takeout bags on Tomate Fresh Kitchen’s windowsill. That’s no surprise, considering the loyalty and trust...
Whenever a family member or friend visits Evanston for the first time, the first thing I do is take them for a meal at Union Squared, the tiny, somewhat hidden pizzeria on Chicago Avenue....
