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The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


A table with an iced oatmeal cookie latte, an iced cardamom rose latte, a white plate with a Backlot veggie burrito and a navy plate with a key lime pie cookie and lemon poppyseed loaf.

Open Tab: Backlot Coffee brightens up spring quarter with seasonal drinks, pastries

April 16, 2024

With decadent pastries and refreshing beverages, Backlot Coffee is the quintessential spring quarter study spot. Located at 2006 Central St., this coffee shop is a short trip on the intercampus shuttle...

Two white plates with a Raccoon slice (topped with pepperoni, sausage, pickled peppers, caramelized onions and goat cheese) and Margherita slice and a brown tray with three garlic knots and marinara dipping sauce.

Open Tab: DeSalvo’s Pizza puts creative spin on ’za by the slice

April 7, 2024

Located in the heart of Central St., DeSalvo’s Pizza is your next go-to spot for a quick, quality slice. DeSalvo’s Pizza, located next to Welsh-Ryan Arena, is a short ride on the intercampus shuttle...

Jamie Chrobak poses, arms crossed by Comida Cantina’s colorful bar.

Comida Cantina adjusts to the pandemic, establishes Wildcard advantage program

January 19, 2022

Just seven weeks after Comida Cantina opened in January 2020, COVID-19 shut down the restaurant’s dining room.  Comida is a Central St. restaurant and bar specializing in Mexican and Latin American-inspired...

Evanston business districts await beautification grant decision

February 19, 2015

Evanston City Council is slated to hear a proposal from six neighborhood business groups requesting $54,000 in funding for beautification and various other projects at their next meeting. The proposal...

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