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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

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Best Bar: Five & Dime

February 26, 2024

As someone who always dreamt of a rooftop dinner, Five & Dime made it come true in a way that went above and beyond. Although Evanston winters and spring gnats can make indoor events ideal for some,...

A man stands on a stage with a microphone in front of a crowd in a dimly-lit space.

‘Laughs on a Hot Tin Roof’ brings stand up to Evanston

April 9, 2023

A high school reunion might be to thank for Evanston’s emerging stand-up scene.  When stand-up comic Seth Davis attended a 20th reunion at his alma mater Niles North High School two years ago, the...

Make Lemonade is supporting local businesses and spreading positivity in downtown Evanston.

Downtown Evanston kicks off month-long Make Lemonade initiative to help promote small businesses

October 19, 2020

COVID-19 handed small businesses seven months of economic “lemons” — but Downtown Evanston is turning those lemons into lemonade through a month-long initiative. From Oct. 15 through Nov. 15,...

Comida Cantina serves customers outdoors on its rooftop deck. It has live music and occasional yoga classes on the deck, too.

Open Tab: Comida Cantina offers flavorful food, wherever you eat it

October 14, 2020

The Monthly While dining at Comida Cantina on Central Street, it’s easy to feel like it’s been serving customers its Mexican and Latin American-inspired cuisine for years. Wait staff talk...

The interior of Taco Diablo, 1026 Davis St. The Blue Horse Tavern will join the restaurants at this location later this year.

The Blue Horse Tavern to open later this year as part of Core & Rind Hospitality

September 20, 2020

After nearly 30 years in Evanston, Core & Rind Hospitality is opening a fourth restaurant, The Blue Horse Tavern, with a focus on American food. The hospitality group hosts multiple restaurants under...

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