History of Near West Side
Near West Side is Chicago Community Area 28. Its history reflects Chicago’s transformation from Indigenous homelands and a nineteenth-century trading and transportation center into a major industrial, architectural, and cultural metropolis. Railroads, transit lines, immigration, migration, housing, commerce, schools, parks, faith communities, and neighborhood institutions have all helped shape the area’s identity.
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Explore Food & Coffee in Near West Side
Discover standout cafés, restaurants, bakeries, and neighborhood favorites recommended by Chicago Beautiful.
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Au Cheval
800 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
Widely recognized Chicago burger destination
Ever
1340 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60607
Michelin-starred tasting-menu restaurant
Girl & the Goat
809 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
Essential West Loop dining destination
J.P. Graziano Grocery
901 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60607
Historic Italian grocery and sandwich shop
Manny’s Cafeteria & Delicatessen
1141 S Jefferson St, Chicago, IL 60607
Iconic Chicago cafeteria and deli
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