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  • Inside Scoop: Plan ahead for summer fun in the pool with the Park Ridge Park District

  • Spring fashion focus: From versatile denim options to vintage dishware and floral dresses, come see what’s in style on Prospect Avenue

  • Park Ridge Insider David Cartwright on a top-notch dinner at Foxtail on the Lake, weekly rides with the Park Ridge Cycling Club, picking out steaks at Devon Avenue Meats and trivia night at Beer on the Wall

  • Inside Scoop: Rita’s Italian Ice free ice day March 20, Park District Easter Egg hunt, winter clearance sale at Gabriel’s Closet, Market After Dark and Taste of Park Ridge dates, Park Ridge Garden Club events and deals around town

  • Playing favorites: From the Mully’s Grill burger to Patina Wine Bar’s filet and Café Touché’s ravioli to Jeong’s eight-course tasting menu, we asked our readers for the best meal they’ve had recently. And now we’re hungry

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    By Trent Modglin
    April 8, 2025
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    New in town: Come explore the new Fire + Wine, Grind N Gears Café, Perry’s Gallery and MD Ventures Med Spa’s expansion

    By Trent Modglin Fire + Wine 608 W. Touhy Avenue, Unit C2 in Park Ridge 224-985-9990 FireAndWine.net The BG Hospitality Group — owners of highly rated suburban restaurant brands like Gia Mia, moto | imoto Asian kitchen, Livia Italian Eatery and Ella’s Italian Pub, took over the former Zaza Cucina space and opened its second ...
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The Real Chicago — an eye-catching, family friendly entertainment magazine for active locals and tourists — originally launched in 2006. It now has a sister publication: The Real Park Ridge. Proud to be servicing our new home in Park Ridge, as well as the surrounding areas of Rosemont, Niles, Des Plaines, Mt. Prospect and NW Chicago.

The Real Park Ridge is printed and distributed seasonally four times per year (December, March, June and September) to thousands of Park Ridge homes, as well as more than 150 area restaurants, bars, boutiques, coffee shops, salons, spas, offices and hotels. Make sure to sign up for our e-mail newsletter and download our new digital app for the latest events, deals and feature articles.

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From our big spring issue... New in town: Come ex From our big spring issue... New in town: Come explore the new @fireandwinege @grindngearscafe @timperryart gallery and @mdventures__med_spa expansion Read the spotlight now at TheRealParkRidge.com
We will be posting our expanded spring issue cover We will be posting our expanded spring issue cover story on the area’s favorite/unique appetizers online this weekend, so consider this photo of the fried oysters at @donjuanscantina to be a little teaser... Fresh Malpeque oysters are panko-breaded and then pan-fried and placed on creamed spinach with a chile chipotle béarnaise sauce and fresh lemon. “My late brother used to get together with chef friends of his every Thursday at each other’s houses around Chicago — we’re talking some big, famous names in the industry — and they’d always try to outdo each other with some of the creations they’d come up with,” says Don Juan’s co-owner Jake Concannon. “He created this dish years ago, and although it’s pretty simple, it was always one of my favorites.” Easy to see why, Jake.
Yes, the content of our spring issue is just that Yes, the content of our spring issue is just that good. Go ahead, try to put it down
Summer pool passes from the @parkridgeparks went o Summer pool passes from the @parkridgeparks went on sale April 1. Buy yours by May 31 to take advantage of the early-bird discount. As an added bonus, households that purchase their pass in April will receive two free outdoor pool guest passes. Read about passes, opening dates and birthday party possibilities in our Inside Scoop section at TheRealParkRidge.com
Straight from a recent issue of the magazine... S Straight from a recent issue of the magazine... Spotlight on @uptownmedspaparkridge — Dr. Katie Podgorny on bio-stimulating procedure trends, a growing business, and a philosophy of choosing how you age Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Spring fashion focus from our new issue: From vers Spring fashion focus from our new issue: From versatile denim options and golf shirts to vintage dishware and floral dresses, come see what’s in style on Prospect Avenue at spots like @shop2sisters @raffiagifts and @sooocutepr Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com
When it’s 78 degrees in late March, it’s a cle When it’s 78 degrees in late March, it’s a clear signal from the gods that it’s time for a patio beer at @uneannee and @hubbards_cave in Niles. Grab a copy of The Real Park Ridge here and try their famous cave monster sandwich (think brisket, pulled pork, cheese, giardinera, etc).
Featured dish of the week: Milanesa de pollo at @d Featured dish of the week: Milanesa de pollo at @donjuanscantina This delicious breaded chicken breast is served in a cilantro vin blanc sauce with a tomato & avocado salad. They also feature a popular Milanesa chicken sandwich with bacon, lettuce, tomato, avocado and chipotle mayo that’s served with hand-cut fries tossed in chile tajin. 650 N Northwest Hwy in Park Ridge
From our big spring issue… Park Ridge Insider Da From our big spring issue… Park Ridge Insider David Cartwright on dinners at @foxtailonthelake and @reyes_steakhouse … weekly rides with the Park Ridge Cycling Club … picking out steaks at Devon Avenue Meats … great shirts at @shop2sisters … trivia night at @wehavegreatbeerpr … and anxiously awaiting a concert at @raviniafestival this summer Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Whether you’re observing Lent or just craving so Whether you’re observing Lent or just craving something delicious, the team at @patinawinebar in Uptown Park Ridge has you covered with their Crispy Skin Salmon special. It’s a beautifully prepared Scottish salmon served over smashed potatoes with a roasted garlic & chive aioli and topped with a bold puttanesca sauce. #TheRealParkRidge #salmon #special #winebar
The Kid Zone from our new spring issue: Waterslide The Kid Zone from our new spring issue: Waterslides galore at @chulavistaresort … the @museumoficecream in Chicago … and “Catch The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System” at the @marriotttheatre Read it all at TheRealParkRidge.com
Get the Inside Scoop from our new spring issue: @r Get the Inside Scoop from our new spring issue: @ritasofparkridge free ice day March 20 ... @parkridgeparks Easter Egg hunts ... winter clearance sale at @gabrielsclosetchi ... @parkridgechamber Market After Dark, @parkridgefarmersmarket and Taste of Park Ridge dates ... Park Ridge Garden Club events ... and deals around town at great spots like @patinawinebar @donjuanscantina and @ziassocial Read it all now at TheRealParkRidge.com
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