Local Business Guide: What's Open And Closed In Highland Park

HIGHLAND PARK, IL — The economic impact of the new coronavirus has been unprecedented. Record numbers of workers have been laid off, and many businesses have been forced to shutter under the statewide stay-at-home order aimed at slowing the spread of the virus.

Small businesses that depend on foot traffic and in-person customer interactions have been especially hard hit. Some local businesses are still offering delivery, pick-up, remote services and transactions at a distance to continue to serve the Highland Park and Highwood communities.

Last week, we put a call out on Highland Park Patch to local businesses with a request to provide an update on their current status, offer details on how customers can continue to patronize them — and to let the community know how they can best help during these challenging times.

Find the "What's Open, What's Closed in Highland Park and Highwood" directory here »

Some of the dozens of local businesses who responded so far:

• Nite 'N Gale, 346 Sheridan Road, is offering curbside pickup from 5 to 8:30 p.m. daily and selling gift cards.
• That Little French Guy, 1791 Saint Johns Ave., announced it is reopening April 8 for carry out and curbside pickup. Hours are 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday to Friday and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
• The Humble Pub, 336 Green Bay Road, is offering curbside adult beverages from noon to 7 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays. Call ahead for availability.
• Ravinia Brewing Company Taproom and Taco Bar is open 11 a.m. to 8 p.m Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday for carry out, curbside, delivery and online ordering.
• Psychotherapist Meredith Wood, who is offering a variety of telehealth options, suggested encouraging family, friends and neighbors to reach out if they are struggling with managing their mental health or concerned about a loved one.

In an effort to help readers support businesses that serve the Highland Park area community, Patch will keep the directory online for the duration of the COVID-19 crisis. Businesses may update their status at any time. To help support our local merchants and business owners, share the article or a link to the guide with neighbors, via email and social media. The businesses need our support.

Patch will be rolling out a number of new initiatives and resources to help local business owners in the coming days, so stay tuned and please stay safe. Representatives of Highland Park and Highwood businesses that have not yet been listed in the guide may fill out this form.