West Ridge

Why we love it

West Ridge, home to the area known as Little India, is where you’ll find colorful wares, a vibrant mix of cultures, and a strong sense of community.

Insider tips

West Ridge is a thriving and diverse melting pot of cultures, including Jewish, Middle Eastern, and Southeast Asian populations. The most well-known area is probably Devon Avenue, the heart of Chicago’s Indian and Pakistani communities. People flock here to experience its many authentic restaurants, traditional bakeries, clothing shops, and international grocers.

While you’re in the neighborhood, visit the Talman West Ridge Bungalow Historic District, where local architects began experimenting with form and style to create bungalows that are unique to Chicago.

For an outdoor adventure, head to Warren Park, a green oasis featuring something for every season — like batting cages, a 9-hole golf course, racquetball, basketball, tennis courts, and an ice-skating rink.

Explore like a local

Shop for colorful silk garments at India Sari Palace. Stroll the duck-filled lagoon at Indian Boundary Park. Head to the Indo-American Heritage Museum for a “Taste of India,” an insider’s tour of Devon Avenue’s global marketplace.