Spirit Elephant is the first entirely plant-based restaurant and bar on North Shore, offering vegan and vegetarian alternatives to your favorite comfort food staples. Start small with the mango toro tuna stack or the cauliflower wings, or go all in with pad Thai featuring pan-seared tofu or spicy Thai coconut red curry. 924 Green Bay Road, Winnetka
Owner Bruno Abate brings authentic Italian cuisine with a modern twist to the North Shore at Tocco, home to small bites, pizza, handmade pasta, meat and seafood. For the full experience, try the pan-seared Chilean sea bass with crustacean sauce and potato purée, the pappardelle alla Norcina with Italian sausage, black truffles and cream or the Tagliata grilled New York strip steak. 507 Chestnut St., Winnetka
Cafe and private event space Towne & Oak’s selection of grab-and-go items and made-to-order fare like salads, tartines, grain bowls and sandwiches is not to be missed. Swing by the eatery to refuel on drip coffee, lattes and espresso shots or start your day with crave-worthy cuisine like the croissant breakfast sandwich, butternut squash tartine and smoked salmon plate. 921 Green Bay Road, Winnetka
Where To Shop
This luxury boutique features womenswear, shoes, accessories and jewelry from notable designers like Agolde, GANNI, Veronica Beard and Simkhai. The chic storefront features the latest staples, from seasonal dresses to evergreen denim essentials. 555 Chestnut St., Winnetka
Closet curator Melissa Carter owns and helms this vintage shop, home to a vast collection of high-quality preloved statement pieces like womenswear, accessories, outerwear, menswear, dresses, jumpsuits and more. Fashion enthusiasts can expect expert creative direction and personalized styling services from the boutique’s team, who strive to help each client hone in on personalizing their wardrobe. 874 Green Bay Road, Winnetka
Elevate your living space with the latest home decor finds from this high-end lifestyle retailer. Shop for pillows, throws, furniture, lighting, gifts and more, expertly curated by Maze’s expert team, helmed by owner and interior designer Cindy Bardes Galvin. 735 Elm St., Winnetka
Fashion retailer Neapolitan Collection’s expansive showroom is filled with ready-to-wear, shoes, accessories and jewelry from top global designers, sourced straight from the runways of New York, Milan and Paris. Owner Kelly Golden travels the world to bring cutting-edge statement pieces from fashion houses like Dior, Fendi, Valentino and Prada to the North Shore. 560 Chestnut St., Winnetka
What To See & Do
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This scenic beach runs along Lake Michigan and gives visitors premier access to a beach house, pier fishing and beach-season lifeguards. Bring an umbrella and snag a seat on the sand to take in picturesque lakeside views, all while soaking up the sun. 899 Sheridan Road, Winnetka
Whether you are looking for a new mantel statement piece or some conversation-starting wall decor,
this art gallery is one to visit. Peruse the showroom’s vast selection of paintings, photography, ceramics and works on paper from more than 20 contemporary artists exhibited daily. 895 Green Bay Road, Winnetka
Winnetka Farmers Market is the perfect place to shop for produce, florals, bakery items and artisan goods from dozens of local farms and businesses. This year’s vendors include SkyFall Flowers, 3Legged Coffee Brewery, Sunberry Orchard & Pastures, Twisted Oak Bakery, Wildcap Fungi and more. For more information regarding hours and seasonal availability, visit the Winnetka Farmers Market website. 754 Elm St., Winnetka,
This famous golf club features a championship 18-hole golf course, a par-3 nine-hole golf course, a driving range, practice greens and a clubhouse with a pro shop for food and beverages. Visitors can step up their game with lessons for juniors and adults or join for the latest events and club meets. 1300 Oak St., Winnetka
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