Shopping

You can purchase virtually anything you need in the 63rd Street shopping district. From ethnic specialty shops … to the latest designer fashions … to that hard-to-find gift for your favorite aunt. The district’s business owners are very creative and have opened shops catering to diverse needs.

Interested in finding services that make your life easier? The 63^rd Street district has plenty to offer in that area, too, such as healthcare services, massages, tailors, tax professionals, auto shops, and dry cleaning.

When you're done shopping, relax and grab a bite to eat at one of our local restaurants. The southwest business district is the only truly diverse business corridor in Chicago and we’re proud of the fact that we have no unique identity. As you travel along 63rd Street you’ll see all types of cuisine, from African American, to Latino, to Middle Eastern, to “American” fair. We like to refer to our area as Chicago’s “International Restaurant Nation.”

Wander down our streets, stop in to shop – or just to chat with a business owner – and you’ll find yourself enjoying a very pleasant shopping experience. Leave the mall madness behind and try our stress-free shopping experience!

To find a specific business, please click the Business Directory button on the right.

Traveling to the Southwest Side

Travel to and around the 63rd Street business district is easy. Public transportation is readily available. Visit the Chicago Transit Authority’s web site for maps, schedules, and other public transportation information.

If you prefer to drive, our close proximity to the loop and ample parking will be a pleasant change from what you’ve grown accustomed to in more congested areas.