Are there any stores around those areas where I can buy authentic Polish crafts (souvenirs)? Maybe some of those Polish wooden boxes? Also, where are the best casual Polish dining spots? Same for German and Czech.
2006-07-27 19:06:54 · 1 answers · asked by The_Thinker 1 in Travel ➔ United States ➔ Chicago
Do I take it you'll be in Des Plaines? The two best Polish restaurants I know of have closed. Maybe this says something about Polish cooking!
There is a store in a small shopping center in Niles (near Des Plaines) at the intersection of Milwaukee Avenue and Oakton Street, I think it is called European Imports, or something to that effect. I'd be willing to bet they can help you out. Check out the Chicago Tribune for a guide to ethnic restaurants.
The German neighborhood is on the north side in the area of Lincoln Avenue and Lawrence Avenue. Try Delicatessen Meyer, I'm almost sure it is on Lincoln.
I can tell you where a Bohemian neighborhood is, but maybe not Czech (small joke there). There is a restaurant on Cermak (aka 22nd Street) near 17th? Avenue in North Riverside that everyone raves about, I can't think of the name and I have not been there.
In Brookfield Illinois there is a European-style traffic circle in the middle of town. There is a Bohemian restaurant on the traffic circle, again I can't think of the name. I can tell you with first-hand certainty that it is good.
Hope this help, feel free to ask for more specifics.
2006-07-28 04:26:51 · answer #1 · answered by Adoptive Father 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋