Andersonville’s charming Clark street corridor will make you feel like you’ve been transported out of the city and on to a small town main street. The historically Swedish neighborhood has remained true to its roots, honoring the past while nurturing pride in the present. If you want to surround yourself with art, antiques, independent businesses and queer community, Andersonville is the place to go.
Wrought iron trellises climb the walls, while bundles of twigs float from the ceiling.
If after a meal at Kopi you mistake your surroundings for Vermont circa 1970-something, no one would fault you. The vibe of the self-described Traveler’s Cafe is backpacker hostel sans beds. Though and intimate seating area in the front window is outfitted with low tables and plush pillows, making it the perfect place to cozy up with a good book and a chai tea. Come for tasty coffee, lots of vegetarian options, and a selection of fair trade artisan goods.
