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About Elgin
Elgin is located 35 miles northwest of Chicago along the Fox River, spanning Cook and Kane counties in Illinois. As of the 2020 census, it had a population of 114,797. This makes it the sixth-most populous city in the state.
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Mr. Cesar's Mexican Grill
Mr. Cesar's Mexican Grill serves Mexican cuisine in the Century Oaks neighborhood.
View details →Best Hotels in Elgin
8 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Extended Stay America Elgin
Extended Stay America Elgin is a hotel option for travelers needing accommodation in the area.
Best Restaurants in Elgin
35 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Alexander's Cafe
Located in the Frontenac East neighborhood, Alexander's Cafe serves breakfast dishes including pancakes and sandwiches.
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Kubo Sushi & Sake Lounge
Kubo Sushi & Sake Lounge serves Japanese cuisine in the Elgin Historic District.
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Mr. Cesar's Mexican Grill
Mr. Cesar's Mexican Grill serves Mexican cuisine in the Century Oaks neighborhood.
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Papa Saverio's Pizzeria
Papa Saverio's Pizzeria serves pizza in the Eagle Heights neighborhood.
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Taylor Street Pizza
Taylor Street Pizza serves pizza in the Elgin Historic District.
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Wing Ho Chop Suey
Wing Ho Chop Suey serves Chinese cuisine in the Elgin Historic District.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Elgin
5 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Churros Y Chocolate
Located in the Elgin Historic District, Churros Y Chocolate is a café serving Mexican cuisine, coffee, and pastries.
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Viator Coffee Co.
Viator Coffee Co. is a café located in the Elgin Historic District.
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Almar Elgin Nutrition
Almar Elgin Nutrition is a café located in the Maple Manor neighborhood. It serves health food and protein bars.
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Blue Box Cafe
Blue Box Cafe serves coffee, tea, and sandwiches in the Elgin Historic District.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Elgin
4 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
Best Things to Do in Elgin
7 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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Elgin History Museum
Located in the Elgin Historic District, the Elgin History Museum offers a look into the area's past.
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Elgin Public Museum
Located in the Elgin Historic District, the Elgin Public Museum serves as a local attraction.
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Fox River Trolley Museum
Located in the Coleman neighborhood, the Fox River Trolley Museum is a local attraction.
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Lords Park Zoo
Lords Park Zoo is an attraction located in the Elgin Historic District.
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Elgin Fire Barn Number 5 Museum
Located in the Elgin Historic District, the Elgin Fire Barn Number 5 Museum showcases local firefighting history. It serves as a dedicated attraction for visitors interested in the area's heritage.
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Hawthorne Hills Nature Center
Hawthorne Hills Nature Center is an attraction located in the Fox River Farms neighborhood.
Best Shops in Elgin
3 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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Christina's Fashions
Christina's Fashions is a shop located in the Elgin Historic District.
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Elgin Books & Coffee
Elgin Books & Coffee operates as a shop within the Elgin Historic District.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Elgin
98 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Burnidge Woods Park
Burnidge Woods Park is a green space located in the Century Oaks West neighborhood.
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Newsome Park
Newsome Park is a green space located in the Elgin Historic District.
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Beacon Point Wetlands Park
Beacon Point Wetlands Park is a park located in the Fox River Bluffs neighborhood.
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Black Bear Park North
Black Bear Park North is a park located in the Fieldstone neighborhood.
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Cannon Crossings Park
Cannon Crossings Park is a green space located in the Sherwood Oaks neighborhood.
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Canterbury Fields Park
Canterbury Fields Park is a green space located in the Fox River Bluffs neighborhood.
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