August-A Grocery Store
- Neighborhood: West Town
- 1500 W. Division St.
- Chicago, IL 60622
- 773-252-9560
George Djurovic, a trained chef who's worked in such kitchens as Tru, is now in the business of pleasing people who like to cook for themselves. His gourmet grocery offers a rotating lineup of meats, fish, veggies and groceries, depending on what's in season and what inspires Djurovic (for example, there'll always be pork in the meat fridge but the cuts will change). What sets August apart from the other guys is the neighborly service; Djurovic dispenses prep tips and will even give you some recipes. The open layout lets you chat him up while he whips up the daily grab-and-go offerings, filets your fish or wraps up your meat, just like shoppers used to pre-mega grocery stores. There's also a coffee station for morning commuters heading to the nearby Blue Line stop.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Division and Bosworth.
- Parking:
- Street Parking Difficult
- Public Transportation:
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CTA Bus: 9 Ashland, 56 Milwaukee, 70 Division.
Blue Line Train: Division stop.
The Basics
- Hours:
- 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday-Saturday; 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday
- Meals Served:
- Dinner and Lunch
- Reservations:
- Required. For cooking classes only.
- Shopping Genre:
- Gourmet and Grocery
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- Features:
- On-site Merchandise, Lessons Available, and Open Kitchen/Watch the Chef. Groceries, dry goods, produce, meats, fresh fish, baked goods and more.
- Facilities:
- No pets. No Internet access.
- Payment Methods:
- Mastercard and Visa
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Seating :
- Yes
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"Such a fantastic place!"
By foodie from bucktown, January 29, 2008
Since August opened we have been going there at least once a week-sometimes more! George and Angie (owners) are incredibly helpful and welcoming. ...
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