Local Favorites Honored at 2025 Best of Ravenswood Awards

By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/Ravenswood · November 22, 2025

The Greater Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of their highly anticipated 2025 Best of Ravenswood Awards on November 14, recognizing standout local businesses that exemplify the neighborhood's unique character and commitment to community.

The annual awards celebrate the diverse array of businesses that make Ravenswood one of Chicago's most vibrant commercial districts, from craft breweries and restaurants to service providers and retail shops. This year's ceremony highlighted businesses that have shown resilience and innovation while maintaining the neighborhood connections that make Ravenswood special. The awards arrive just in time for the holiday shopping season, as the Chamber's Unwrap Ravenswood Holiday Rewards program launches, offering shoppers who spend $300 at a minimum of 3 qualifying local businesses the opportunity to receive $75 in gift cards to Ravenswood stores and restaurants.

Residents can experience these award-winning businesses firsthand during the upcoming Holly Jolly Trolley event on November 29, when free trolleys will make multiple stops around the neighborhood from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, connecting visitors to hundreds of local small businesses without parking concerns. The Chamber encourages neighbors to support these recognized establishments during Small Business Saturday and throughout the holiday season.

Sources:
1. https://ravenswoodchicago.org/neighborhood/
2. https://ravenswoodchicago.org/