Chicago Neighborhood Guide: Ukranian Village
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Known as "Ukie", this West Loop community boasts Ukrainian, Polish, and Eastern European culture.
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From the Loop, take Blue line to Western Ave station. Take Bus #49 north to Chicago Ave (10 min).
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Walk 3 min west to Shokolad (2425 W. Chicago), a great cafe for traditional Ukrainian food & dessert
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Head east on Chicago Ave for a five minute walk to the Institute of Modern Art.
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From there, turn left on Oakley St. to see the St. Nicholas Ukranian Cathedral (2 min walk).
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Or go south on Oakley St. to see the St. Volodymyr & Olha Ukranian Church (3 min walk).
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The golden domes, mosaics, and stained glass collectively create heavenly spaces.
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Across the street (south) is a fascinating cultural gem. Visit the Ukranian National Museum.
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Go back to Chicago Ave and walk east to Tryzub Ukranian Kitchen (2201 W. Chicago).
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The bar specializes in homemade, flavor-infused vodka. You'll love the cultural ambiance.
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The decor transports you to another country. You'll feel like you are in Kiev! And the food...
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...Goulash? Schnitzel? Borshch? Ukranian pierogies? You may want to wear your stretchy pants! 🤣
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Kitty-corner is Ann's. You'll find assorted baked goods & and imported groceries.
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Traditional language is also spoken here, which makes the shopping experience so authentic!
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Walk about the neighborhood. Go east on Chicago, turn left on Noble St., turn right on Augusta Bld.
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You'll stop at the Polish Museum of America (984 Milwaukee), the oldest ethnic museum in America.
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For a quick dessert, go west on Augusta, turn left at Damen. Finish at Black Dog Gelato (859 Damen).
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Or, explore the northern streets of Augusta & Division Aves. for more retail stores!
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