The North Shore Center for the Performing Arts in Skokie is located on Chicago's exciting North Shore and in close proximity to many fine restaurants and attractions.

 Restaurants

Maggiano's Little Italy

Maggiano's has been bustling since its 1994 opening. Known for its huge portions of Southern Italian fare, Maggiano's serves up dinner for two, festive group dining and private events in a warm atmosphere. Steaks are all more than a pound, and most pasta dishes weigh in over 25 ounces. Traditional Italian red-checkered tablecloths and old family portraits create the feel of Little Italy.

Address: 4999 Old Orchard Shopping Ctr, Westfield Old Orchard Shopping Center (next to Barnes & Noble)

Phone: 847.933.9555 (reservations accepted)

Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday to Thursday; 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday.

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Don’s Fish Market Grill and Tavern

Fresh seafood is the rule, not the exception at Don's Fishmarket. Not in the mood for the catch of the day? Non-seafood options include steaks and pasta dishes. Kids (or kids at heart) might go for the crunchy fish sticks. There's a full-service tavern adjacent to the dining room with a separate menu; it features a more limited fish selection, but lots of salads, pasta and sandwiches.

Address: 9335 Skokie Boulevard , one block south of NSCPAS

Phone: 847.677.3424 (reservations accepted)

Hours: 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday; 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Saturday; 4-9 p.m. Sunday

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The Grill Restaurant and Bar

Located adjacent to the NSCPAS in the DoubleTree Hotel & Conference Center-Chicago North Shore, The Grill Restaurant and Bar offers a wide variety of popular American favorites perfect for dinner before the show or a drink or two after and is just steps away from the theatre.

Address: 9599 Skokie Boulevard , adjacent to the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts

Phone: 847.677.3424 (reservations accepted)

Hours: Daily from 6am to 11pm

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The Bagel Restaurant and Deli

The Bagel Restaurant and Deli, a New York style deli in the jewish tradition, offers a casual dining option for NSCPAS patrons. This place is for you if you have a yen for chopped liver, smoked whitefish salad, blintzes, brisket, corned beef, potato pancakes, cheesecake or chocolate phosphate. And yes, they do have bagels -- about 10 varieties.

Address: 50 Old Orchard Center, Westfield Old Orchard Shopping Center (next to Lord & Taylor)

Phone: 847.677.0100

Website: www.bagelrestaurant.com

Hours: Monday – Saturday: 8am-10pm, Sunday: 8am-9pm

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Hotels

 DoubleTree Hotel and Conference Center North Shore

The DoubleTree Hotel & Conference Center-Chicago North Shore is located adjacent to the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts and offers newly designed and renovated rooms complete with wireless internet access in every room. With 367 rooms the DoubleTree Hotel offers all of the amenities you expect of a fine hotel.

Address: 9599 Skokie Boulevard - Skokie, IL 60077

Phone: 847.679.7000

Website: www.skokieillinoishotel.com

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Comfort Inn Hotel – Skokie North Shore

The Comfort Inn Hotel Skokie North Shore is located just one block south of the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts and provides a wide variety of amenities to its guests. Walking distance to the theatre, this hotel is comfort at its best.

Address: 9333 Skokie Boulevard - Skokie, IL

Phone: 847.679.4200

Website: www.comfortinnskokie.com

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For more information about what to see and do in our area contact Chicago's North Shore Convention and Visitor's Bureau.