Berwyn Holiday Guide 2021
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6840 32nd St | Berwyn, IL 60402 (773) 972-3307 | theouttaspace.com
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OF BERWYN A one stop source for the Berwyn Holiday Guide updated weekly. Use this tool to navigate your Berwyn shopping experience in the guide and in person! *Businesses in order of appearance
RELEASE: 11/15/21 1 Extreme Soccer 6611 W 26th St | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 484-8657 | @xsoccer2
2 Crepas Culichi 2713 Ridgeland Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 637-4998 | crepas-culichi.com
6615 Cermak Rd | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 689-7172 | @JacisResaleShop
9 Parrilla Express
6401 34th St | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 637-4799 | parillaexpress.com
Shoe 10 Moreno's Repair
3142 S Oak Park Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 484-7763 | @MorenosShoeRepair
Gear 11 First Skateshop
6808 W 25th St | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 637-3199 firstgearskateshop.com
Superior Awards 12 & Promotions
7005 W Ogden Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 352-9601 | superiorawards.com
It Again 13 Play Sports
Toys & 3 Berwyn's Trains
7443 Madison St | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 657-4230 | playitagainsports.com
4 Bellisima Fashion Boutique
7427 W Roosevelt Rd | Forest Park (773) 771-1969 | charliesrestaurantfp. wixsite.com/forestpark
7025 W Ogden Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 484-4384 | berwynstoytrains.com
6915 Cermak Rd | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 637-4333 bellisimafashionboutique.com
5 La Parra 6710 Cermak Rd | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 317-5339 laparrarestaurantandbar.com
6 Flapjack Brewery 6833 Stanley Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 637-4030 | flapjackbrewery.com
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Peggy Rose Academy of Dance and 15 Acrobatics
6829 W Stanley Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 788-8960 | peggyrosedance.com
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Berwyn Holiday Guide 4
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Kick off your holiday season by supporting local! Berwyn is full of hidden gems, savory menus, and extraordinary music venues. The 2021 Shop Local Berwyn Holiday Guide will grow every week leading up to the end of the holiday season, updating with more and more local spots in Berwyn to check out online and in person. Check back every week to discover Berwyn's offerings! 5
Wall of Soccer Cleats, Owner Miguel Tovar
Extreme Soccer 6611 W 26th St Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 484-8657 @xsoccer2
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Extreme Soccer has been serving the Berwyn community for over 15 years. This family-owned shop has a wide variety soccer apparel. From cleats to the latest soccer Jerseys or equipment, they are happy to get you moving on or off the soccer field. Order your favorite finds online and pick up in store or simply stop in checkout their wide selection of offerings.
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Birthday Fantasy Crepe & Shake, Iced Latte, Savory Poblana Crepe
Crepas Culichi 2
2713 Ridgeland Ave Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 637-4998 crepas-culichi.com
Although gloomy days are coming, Crepas Culichi is keeping Berwyn bright and sunny with dining experiences you could only dream of! Enter their pastel Victorian themed wonderland filled with crepes served savory, like the Poblano crepe, or sweet, like the Dulce de Leche. We recommend you pair your meal with one of Crepas Culichi's many beverages with options ranging from milkshakes and hot teas, to a Mexican coffee specialty, “Cafe de olla”. Crepas Culichi is the go to place in town to capture your most Instragrammable moments.
Toys & Trains
7025 W Ogden Ave 3 Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 484-4384 berwynstoytrains.com
Aptly located in an old Chevy dealership, Berwyn’s Toys & Trains is a toy and model train store treasured since 1992 for its trove of new and vintage toys. The shop features a fantastic selection of model trains and a delightful toy train landscape including a teeny toy store. You will find a wide selection of popular toys from Legos, dolls, stuffed animals, and of course... trains! There is something for everyone at Berwyn's Toys & Trains!
Berwyn's Toys & Trains Interior Train Model
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Bellisima Fashion Boutique
6915 Cermak Rd Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 637-4333 bellisimafashionboutique.com
Bellisima Fashion Boutique offers the latest in fashion apparel. From the perfect cocktail dress, to the must have top and trendy jeans - they have an outfit for every occasion. With a wide variety of jewelry and accessories, you wont leave empty handed for yourself or that hard to shop for person.
Bellisima Felt Hat, Owner Fabiola Camargo
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La Parra
6710 Cermak Rd Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 317-5339
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La Parra is the new buzz in town, and any local Berwynner could recognize the restaurant’s iconic “La Frida” cocktail made of rum, red hibiscus syrup with lime juice, all topped off with a giant ice shaped rose and a fresh mint leaf! Cozy up at La Parra, the perfect place for your next celebration or a fun Friday date night. Experience the unique Mediterranean-inspired cuisine or sample a few tapas off the menu and pair it with your favorite cocktail. Whether you are catching up with a friend, getting together with family for the holidays, or in the mood to try something new, stop by La Parra this season! This local favorite is here to stay.
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Flapjack Apparel & Scorpion Danger Pizza
Flapjack Brewery 6833 Stanley Ave 6 Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 637-4030 flapjackbrewery.com
Avocado Lobster
Located in the heart of Berwyn’s Depot District, Flapjack Brewery offers small batch handcrafted beer, amazing charcuterie boards, and wood-fired pizza. Bring the whole family to enjoy Flapjack's dining experience and be sure to snag Berwyn and Flapjack apparel to show your pride or to gift to your favorite Berwynner! Add a 6 pack of their locally brewed beers to your order to bring home and enjoy.
La Frida Cocktail, Friday Happy Hour Drinks
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The 14-piece Big Band
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The Outta Space 6840 32nd St Berwyn, IL 60402 (773) 972-3307 theouttaspace.com
Owner Aaron Mitchell
The Outta Space is a creative music and arts venue that makes a perfect local date night option. Watch a live music performance any day of the week or stop into a pop-up art gallery show featuring a local artist. Make memories at The Outta Space while enjoying a cocktail or brew from their well-stocked bar. During the warmer months, their outdoor patio is equipped with seating surrounded by art on display. Visit their website for a full lineup of shows, which include some family-friendly events. Make note that the first Wednesday of the Month, they host a 14-piece Big Band!
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6615 Cermak Rd Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 689-7172 @JacisResaleShop At Jaci’s Resale Shop, there's plenty of room to find a hidden gem. With a wide variety of holiday glassware, Christmas ornaments and unique furniture pieces, you are bound to return home with a special treasure from Jaci's. For your convenience there is plenty of parking along Cermak Rd or in the Vacin Fairway behind Cermak Rd. Owner Jacinta Theobold, Hanging Holiday Ornament
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Parrilla Express
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6401 34th St | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 637-4799 | parillaexpress.com Parrilla Express is a family owned Mexican and American-style cuisine restaurant. Their small menu is purposely designed to deliver exceptional quality and service on select items. Serving up 10 pieces of chicken, rice and beans, tortillas, and red and green salsa, the Parrilla Chicken special is their most popular dish! Dine-in, carry out, and catering services for events of all sizes is available.
Parrilla's Chicken Special
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The new generation of hand crafted care, Ernesto Moreno
Moreno's Shoe Repair
3142 S Oak Park Ave | Berwyn, IL (708) 484-7763 @MorenosShoeRepair Get your shoes in shape for the winter season! Moreno's Shoe Repair is providing winterizing services all season long. From shoe repair to jackets and purses, this second generation business has been offering their handcrafted service and bringing quality care to one’s most treasured items for over 20 years in Berwyn. Since taking over the family business, owner Ernesto recently began crafting custom sneakers.
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The 1st Generation of Moreno's
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Jr. Skate Pads & Apparel
First Gear Skateshop
6808 W 25th St | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 637-3199 | firstgearskateshop.com
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Stay Fresh this Holiday season with head to toe gear from Berwyn's only Skate Shop, First Gear Skateshop. Customize your board or purchase an already assembled one with all of the bells and whistles. Be sure to snag some warm hoodies, beanie hats, and the latest skater shoes in town.
Superior Awards & Promotions
7005 W Ogden Ave Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 352-9601 superiorawards.com
Superior Awards & Promotions has been fulfilling personalizable awards and apparel for the community for the past 39 years. However, this season we encourage you to stop by and speak with the owner, Myles. He can bring any of your gift ideas to life. One of the unique gifts they're offering is a Family Birthstone Tree in which you can customize and even add on members later on in life.
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Family Birthstone Tree & Metal Finish Swatches
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13 Play it Again Sports Forest Park is ready to help you with all your gift giving needs! From brand new and gently used winter sports equipment and fitness gear to a great selection of bikes for all ages, Play it Again Sports has something for everyone. If you aren’t sure what to choose, they have a holiday special on gift cards. Buy a $100 gift card for $80 or a $50 card for $40!
Play It Again Sports
Store Interior
7443 Madison St | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 657-4230 | playitagainsports.com
Indoor & Outdoor Dining Options
Charlie's Restaurant
7427 W Roosevelt Rd Forest Park (773) 771-1969 14
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Childrens Masks & Bows
Peggy Rose Academy of Dance and Acrobatics 6829 W Stanley Ave Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 788-8960 peggyrosedance.com
Keep your little ones active year round with a wide variety of classes from Peggy Rose Academy of Dance. Throughout the holiday season, the Dance Studio will have hand made hair pieces and face masks that would be perfect for those stocking stuffers. Stop in and purchase a gift certificate for future classes or stock up on gifts for those special little ones in your life. Childrens Dance Class
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6833 Stanley Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 637-4030 | flapjackbrewery.com Page 9
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Flapjack Brewery
6808 W 26th St | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 637-3199 | fi rstgearskateshop.com Page 13
Jaci's Resale Shop 6615 Cermak Rd | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 689-7172 | @JacisResaleShop Page 10
La Parra
Updated weekly, these are all the Shop Local Berwyn Holiday Guide 2021 featured Businesses and more.
Featured Businesses
Bellisima Fashion Boutique
6915 Cermak Rd | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 637-4333 bellisimafashionboutique.com Page 8
Berwyn's Toys & Trains
7025 W Ogden Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 484-4384 | berwynstoytrains.com Page 7
Charlie's Restaurant 7427 W Roosevelt Rd | Forest Park, IL (708) 771-1969 charliesrestaurantfp.wixsite.com Page 14
Crepas Culichi
6710 Cermak Rd | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 317-5339 laparrarestaurantandbar.com Page 8
Moreno's Shoe Repair
3142 S Oak Park Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 484-7763 | @MorenosShoeRepair Page 12
Parrilla Express 6401 34th St | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 637-4799 | parillaexpress.com Page 11
Peggy Rose Academy of Dance and Acrobatics 6829 W Stanley Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 788-8960 | peggyrosedance.com Page 15
Play it Again Sports
7443 Madison Street | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 657-4230 playitagainsports.com/locations/forest-park-il
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Superior Awards & Promotions
2713 Ridgeland Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 7005 W Ogden Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 637-4998 | crepas-culichi.com (708) 352-9601 | superiorawards.com Page 7 Page 13
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Extreme Soccer
The Outta Space
6611 W 26th St | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 484-8657 | @xsoccer2
6840 32nd St | Berwyn, IL 60402 (773) 972-3307 | theouttaspace.com
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More Berwyn Businesses
Neveria Naranja Dulce, Inc
6252 W Ogden Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 714-0074 | neverianaranjadulce.com
Pet Supplies Plus 7133 W Cermak Rd | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 318-4243 | petsuppliesplus.com
Pierre's Bakery & Coffee Shop
6310 W Cermak Rd | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 788-8660 | @PierresBakery
Pierre's Banquets Inc. 3237 S Harlem Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 795-0444 | pierresbanquet.com
Y.A.Z. Photo & Video 6923 W Ogden Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (773) 550-5829 | yazpartyandcrafts.com
Gaia Restorante Italiano
6822 Windsor Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 317-4238 | gaiaitaliano.com
Los Tarritos Restaurante
6241 W Cermak Rd | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 317-5842 | @LosTarrito
Berwyn's Violet Flower Shop, Inc. 6704 W 16th St | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 788-1225 | berwynsviolet.com
Reel Art Collectibles 6727 W Stanley Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 288-7378 | reelartcollectibles.com
Cherubs 6909 W Cermak Rd | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 469-8953 | cherubsgiftshop.com
FitzGerald's Nightclub & Sidebar
6615 W Roosevelt Rd | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 788-2118 | fitzgeraldsnightclub.com
Lalo's Restaurant
3011 S Harlem Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 484-9311 | lalos.com
Old Fashioned Candies
6210 W Cermak Rd | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 788-6669 oldfashionedcandiesinc.com
Lunges 'n Lattes 6805 W Stanley Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 317-5108 | lungesnlattes.com
Cien 100% Naturalisimo 2709 S Ridgeland Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 317-5679 | 100naturalisimo.com
Vesecky's Bakery 6634 W Cermak Rd | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 788-4144 | @VeseckysBakery
Ahimsa Yoga Studio 3120 S Oak Park Ave | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 613-0249 | ahimsayogastudios.com
Bhodi Thai Bistro 6211 W Roosevelt Rd | Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 484-9250 | bodhithaibistro. business.site/?m=true
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