Ravenswood & Lincoln Square
The Chicago neighborhood of Lincoln Square is in no danger over-population or rampant gentrification anytime in the near future, and this is exactly how its residents want it. In fact, city planning authorities and local activists have been working for decades to make sure that this gorgeous residential part of Chicago remain family-friendly and suburban-paced. 20% of Lincoln Square has been designated as a historic preservation district, which is arguably Chicago's largest.
Over a century old, Lincoln Square is often described as "European" or having an "Old World feel" due to the zoning, size of the streets and architecture. There are plenty of family-sized houses on these beautiful, tree-lined streets, many still at very reasonable prices.
Ravenswood residents are known for their rehabbing savvy. Some gentrification has occured and many vintage homes are available at reasonable rates. There are small shops and outdoor cafés to appeal to a family-oriented crowd and some young professionals. The annual Apple Fest and Farmer's Market draw visitors every summer. The East Ravenswood Historic District is known for its lovely architectural homes and ever-growing popularity.
The El Brown Line runs through the southern section of the neighborhood. Ravenswood / Lincoln Square are bounded by Montrose, Peterson, the Ravenswood Metra tracks and the Chicago River. Please see our North Ravenswood page regarding the area north of Foster.
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Dining in Lincoln Square / Ravenswood
| Europian Pastry Shop & Cafe 4701 N Lincoln Ave Cuisine: European |
Chicago Brauhaus 4732 N. Lincoln Cuisine: European |
| Daily Bar & Grill 4560 N. Lincoln Cuisine: American |
Grecian Taverna 4761 N. Lincoln Cuisine: Greek |
| La Boca della Verita 4618 N. Lincoln Cuisine: Italian |
Woody's 4160 N. Lincoln Cuisine: American |
| Barba Yianni Grecian Taverna 4761 N. Lincoln Cuisine: Greek |
The Grafton 4530 N. Lincoln Cuisine: Irish |
| She She 4539 N. Lincoln Cuisine: Upscale American |
Andalucia 1820 W. Montrose Cuisine: Tapas |
| Antojitos Guatemaltecos 4641 N. Clark Cuisine: Guatemalan |
Bad Dog Tavern 4535 N. Lincoln Cuisine: American Contemporary |
Resources in Lincoln Square / Ravenswood
| Hospitals Advocate Ravenswood Medical Center 4550 N. Winchester Methodist Hospital 5025 N. Paulina Ravenswood Hospital 4055 N. Western |
Post Office 2011 W. Montrose |
Entertainment in Lincoln Square / Ravenswood
| Lincoln Square W. Leland & N. Lincoln |
North Center W. Belle Plaine & N. Damen |
| Old Town School of Folk Music 4544 N. Lincoln |
TinFish Theatre 4247 N. Lincoln Ave. |
| Davis
Theater 4614 N. Lincoln |
The Puppet Parlor 1922 W. Montrose |
Shopping in Lincoln Square / Ravenswood
| Play it Again Sports 2102 W. Irving Park |
Sears 1900 W. Lawrence |
| European Men's Clothing, Inc. 4763 N. Lincoln |
International Fashions by Ingrid 4710 N. Lincoln |
| Merz Apothecary 4716 N. Lincoln |
A Walk Through Time 3858 N. Lincoln |
| Alice P's Antiques 3823 N. Lincoln |
Halix 4740 N. Lincoln |
| Gene Douglas Decorative 4123 N. Lincoln |
Sonia Simone 4632 N. Lincoln |
Schools in Lincoln Square / Ravenswood
| Amundsen High 5110 N. Damen |
Coonley Elementary 4046 N. Leavitt |
| McPherson Elementary 4728 N. Wolcott |
North Park Elementary 2017 W. Montrose |
| Queen of Angels School 4412 N. Western |
Ravenswood School 4332 N. Paulina |
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