Guidebook for Highland Park
Parks & Nature
Beautifully renovated beach. There is a parking charge for non-residents.
7 locals recommend
Rosewood Beach
883 Sheridan Rd Beautifully renovated beach. There is a parking charge for non-residents.
Openlands Lakeshore Preserve
24256 Patten RoadHiking trails along the lakefront. Free parking available.
Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook RdLots of play areas for kids, lots of walking paths, close to town for eating and shopping.
Sunset Woods Park
1801 Sunset RdLots of play areas for kids, lots of walking paths, close to town for eating and shopping.
Essentials
Sunset Foods
1812 Green Bay RdClosest grocery, however it is a bit more upscale.
Jewel-Osco
1600 Deerfield RdLarger, more budget-friendly grocery.
Food Scene
Locally owned coffee shop - great alternative to Starbucks. Hidden away in Port Clinton Square.
Coffee Speaks
610 Central AveLocally owned coffee shop - great alternative to Starbucks. Hidden away in Port Clinton Square.
Madame Zuzu’s
1876 1st StreetTea shop owned by Highland Park's own Billy Corgan, who may make an appearance.
Abigail's American Bistro
493 Roger Williams AveBallaro
214 Green Bay RoadBaker Boys
733 St Johns AveGreat cupcakes and other treats!
Bent Fork
335 Waukegan AveGet there early on the weekend to avoid the line!
30 locals recommend
Walker Bros. Original Pancake House
153 Green Bay RdGet there early on the weekend to avoid the line!
Full service deli and restaurant. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
6 locals recommend
Once Upon A Bagel
1888 1st StFull service deli and restaurant. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Arts & Culture
Ravinia Festival West Lot
200 Ravinia Park Rd