Lazy Dog Antiques Preserves Roscoe Village's 'Antique Row' Legacy in Holiday Shopping Guide

By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/Roscoe Village · November 22, 2025

Lazy Dog Antiques, located at 1903 W. Belmont Avenue, has been highlighted as a must-visit destination in this year's holiday shopping guide for Roscoe Village. While most of Belmont Avenue's antique shops from the early 2000s have disappeared, Lazy Dog Antiques continues to keep the spirit of the once-thriving "Antique Row" alive in the neighborhood.

Owner Bruce Bailey, whose passion for antiques runs deep, has curated the shop for over twenty years, making it a Roscoe Village staple. "Each piece has a story," Bailey notes as visitors wander through well-organized rooms filled with European furniture, vintage jewelry, mid-century lighting, art glass, pottery, sculptures, and one-of-a-kind oddities. Recent treasures spotted in the shop include clam-shell bookends, framed John Lennon portraits, and 1960s floor lamps that would complement any living room. For those unable to visit in person, the shop maintains an active Etsy page showcasing its ever-changing inventory.

As holiday shopping season intensifies, residents are encouraged to support this longstanding neighborhood business that preserves a piece of Roscoe Village's commercial history. Whether shopping for unique gifts or searching for that perfect conversation piece for your home, Lazy Dog Antiques offers a treasure-hunting experience that celebrates both history and craftsmanship in our vibrant community.

Sources:
1. https://blockclubchicago.org/2025/11/17/shop-local-2025-a-lakeview-lincoln-park-old-town-and-roscoe-village-gift-guide/