New Businesses Bloom in Downtown Skokie

More than 100 new businesses opened their doors in Skokie over the last year, including boutiques, fitness studios, groceries and restaurants. New destinations include several exciting places to eat, drink, shop and exercise in Downtown Skokie:

Sweet Reserve Cafe & Bakery (4845 Oakton St.) serves up cake jars, handcrafted sweets, sandwiches and so much more in a beautiful, renovated space.

The Hijab Vault (4843 Oakton St.) is a thriving boutique sourcing products from Turkey, China, Kuwait and Jordan, and offers a rotating selection of custom printed patterns and seasonal styles.

The Pilates Experience (5039 Oakton St.) fitness studio inspires health and wellness through group workouts and private sessions.

Don Julio Café (7919 Lincoln Ave.), which was set to open its doors at press time, offers breakfasts that blend cultures and celebrate the richness of the community. Look for the colorful umbrellas.

RJ Breaks (8040 Lincoln Ave.) is the place to go for all things collectible, including sports cards, memorabilia, Pokémon, and more.

Sunberry Orchard Market (4861 Oakton St.), formerly Eurostyle Deli, offers farm-to-table produce and meats. New signage coming soon.

Will’s Place (7927 Lincoln Ave.) will celebrate its one-year anniversary this July. Stop by for a coffee, sandwich, or one of Will’s famous chocolate chip cookies while supporting a gathering space that creates meaningful jobs for adults with disabilities.

Coming soon

There are many more exciting new destinations set to open in Downtown Skokie in the months to come, including women’s boutique See Jane Sparkle (5115 Brown St.); vibrant hot pot restaurant The Spot (7909 Lincoln Ave.); sip and paint experience De Colores (4903 Oakton St.); Up, Pup and Away pet supply store (4921 Oakton St.); New York inspired Slyce of NY (4849 Oakton St.); and coworking lounge Enclave Coworking (8014 Lincoln Ave.). Meanwhile, buildout of the elevated Italian-focused bistro Ascione Skokie continues at Oakton Street and Lincoln Avenue.

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