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Welcome (back) to Evanston!

Whether you are a first-year, transfer or returning student, Downtown Evanston is excited to welcome you to your new community!
Check out the business specials offered during Welcome Week (September 9-15) and throughout the fall.
You can also enjoy special Game Day Eats on Northwestern football game days.

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SAVE THE DATE FOR BIG BITE NIGHT!
Join us on Sunday, October 5 from 3-5PM for our annual Big Bite Night where Northwestern students get the opportunity to sample free food from 25 participating Downtown Evanston restaurants! You don't want to miss this event.
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For questions about these events, or Downtown Evanston in general, email info@DowntownEvanston.org.

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DINING SPECIALS:

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Blue Horse Tavern | 1026 Davis St.

Blue Horse Tavern | 1026 Davis St.

Looking for a casual neighborhood kitchen & gathering place for great food? Look no further. Plus, enjoy our creative cocktails and extensive selection of quality bourbons & whiskeys, a few of which are very hard to find. Free dessert with the purchase of two entrees. Dine-in only & must mention the word "Wildcats" to the server.

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Big Wig Tacos | 950 Church St.

Big Wig Tacos | 950 Church St.

Bring your friends for Buy One Get One Tacos at Big Wig Tacos in Evanston! Must present Student ID; valid through September 21. 

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Bob's Pizza Evanston | 616 Davis Street

Bob's Pizza Evanston | 616 Davis Street

Buy one pizza, get one pizza free during Happy Hour on Monday-Thursday, 4-6PM. Enjoy weekend lunch slices every Saturday & Sunday between 11AM-4PM. $5 cheese, $6 pepperoni, $6 wild mushroom. Dine-in or carryout only; no delivery or third-party apps. Stop in to order or call us at 847-485-1973. 

And save your Tuesdays at 8PM for Trivia Nights at Bob's Pizza! 

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Cozy Thai Kitchen | 1741 Maple Ave.

Cozy Thai Kitchen | 1741 Maple Ave.

Get 10% off when ordering online to enjoy cozy Thai food in the comfort of your own home. 

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Dos Bros Fresh Mexican Grill | 1629 Orrington Ave.

Dos Bros Fresh Mexican Grill | 1629 Orrington Ave.

Dos Bros offers fresh Mexican food with the freshest ingredients! Enjoy 10% of your entire order when you show your student ID or Wildcard and enjoy a free queso or guac on the side for any entree purchase during Wildcat Welcome Week (September 9-15).  

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Dozika | 1018 Davis St.

Dozika | 1018 Davis St.

Dozika is a Thai, Pan-Asian and sushi bar. Enjoy the following specials:
  • 15% off during Welcome Week
  • 10% off with Northwestern Wildcard

Must show Wildcard to redeem and may not combine with other offers

Monday: 2 entrees for $27
Wednesday: Happy Hour 3:30-5:30PM 

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elephant + vine | 719 Church St.

elephant + vine | 719 Church St.

elephant + vine offers a fully plant-based breakfast, lunch and dinner menu including burgers and chik'n sandwiches, wraps and bowls, egg sandwiches, smoothies and much more! 

  • 10% off for all students and faculty members for the full months of September & October
  • September 8–21: Faculty & Students enjoy a free side (tots, sweet potato fries, or regular fries) with the purchase of any entrée! Just show your Student ID or Faculty Badge – Dine-In Only

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Five & Dime | 1026 Davis St.

Five & Dime | 1026 Davis St.

Come check out Evanston’s premier rooftop gathering space. Located above our sister restaurants, Taco Diablo & Blue Horse Tavern, you will be transported to a vacation style oasis and experience delicious menu items in a one of a kind setting. Free dessert with the purchase of two entrees. Dine-in only & must mention the word "Wildcats" to the server.

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Frida's Evanston | 608 Church St.

Frida's Evanston | 608 Church St.

Frida's Evanston is a place to go with friends for a delicious brunch or lunch. Inspired by the art and life of the amazing Frida Kahlo, their menu features classic breakfast items with a Mexican flare! Wildcat Welcome Week Special: Enjoy 10% off your check.

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La Cocinita Restaurant | 521 Davis St.

La Cocinita Restaurant | 521 Davis St.

La Cocinita serves up Venezuelan-inspired street food, featuring favorites like arepas, empanadas, tacos and more! Enjoy 10% off with your Wildcard.

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Mt. Everest Indian Cuisine | 630 Church St.

Mt. Everest Indian Cuisine | 630 Church St.

Mt. Everest Restaurant is a long-standing Indian and Nepalese restaurant. Enjoy a 15% discount on the dinner menu during Welcome Week and a special $15 all you can eat buffet on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, from 11:30AM-2:30PM for the entire month of September.

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Table to Stix | 1007 Davis St.

Table to Stix | 1007 Davis St.

Looking for your new ramen spot? Table to Stix is the place and their offering 10% off your check!

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Taco Diablo | 1026 Davis St.

Taco Diablo | 1026 Davis St.

A locally-owned cantina & taqueria that’s rooted in authentic Mexican cooking techniques. What you will find is hand-crafted products, traditional moles, fresh made salsas, served in a lively and casual atmosphere by friendly people. Free dessert with the purchase of two entrees. Dine-in only & must mention the word "Wildcats" to the server.

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Todoroki Hibachi & Sushi | 526 Davis St.

Todoroki Hibachi & Sushi | 526 Davis St.

If you're craving sushi, don't miss out on Todoroki's 15% off hibachi on Northwestern football game days and 25% off Sunday night to celebrate a Northwestern win throughout Fall 2025.

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Wafflavor | 1596 Sherman Ave.

Wafflavor | 1596 Sherman Ave.

Stop by between 2-5PM for a happy hour special: buy a waffle and get a free lemonade!  

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SHOPPING SPECIALS:

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Bookends & Beginnings | 1620 Orrington Ave.

Bookends & Beginnings | 1620 Orrington Ave.

Stop by the bookstore to pick up a 15% off coupon for your back-to-school book shopping (valid through Oct. 1)! Bookends & Beginnings has all the latest and greatest releases, gifts and cards and a selection of used books as well.  

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Crossroads Trading | 1730 Sherman Ave.

Crossroads Trading | 1730 Sherman Ave.

Thrift for fall with Crossroads! Students get 10% off with student ID at Evanston location from September 9-15! Crossroads Trading will also have their prize wheel for shopping and selling as well as a gift card raffle! 

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Heyday Evanston | 522 Davis St.

Heyday Evanston | 522 Davis St.

Discover vintage Northwestern gear along with plenty of other vintage and thrift clothing! Heyday is offering 10% off for all students and get 50% off all shorts from September 12-14!

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Madison Grace | 612 Davis St.

Madison Grace | 612 Davis St.

Calling all Northwestern students! Get back to school ready with a new look from Madison Grace. Enjoy 10% off with your Northwester Wildcard student ID. 

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Stepping Out on Faith Consignment | 1632 Orrington Ave.

Stepping Out on Faith Consignment | 1632 Orrington Ave.

Find discounted Northwestern gear, fall apparel, shoes and more at this consignment shop located just blocks from campus. Enjoy 25% off during Wildcat Welcome Week! 

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Gather: Consciously Curated | 1509 Chicago Ave.

Gather: Consciously Curated | 1509 Chicago Ave.

Welcome Back Wild Cats! From September 9-22, show your wild card at Gather (formerly Ten Thousand Villages) to receive 15% off all regular priced items (show your card the rest of the year for 10% off.)

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