Avondale—a former industrial corridor on Chicago’s northwest side that was recently named one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world by Time Out—is home to some of the city’s hottest bars, galleries, restaurants and businesses. We’d like to add yet another feather to Avondale’s proverbial cap: The best neighborhood for all things spooky, scary and witchy.

From insect museums and gothic tea shops to horror-themed cafés and memorabilia stores, Avondale has no shortage of businesses vending all things strange and unusual. Just in time for Halloween, here’s your guide to Avondale’s most spellbinding businesses.

The Brewed

Named in homage to David Cronenberg’s body horror film , the Brewed is every horror lover’s dream—and perhaps everyone else’s nightmare. More museum than coffee sho

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