Roosevelt Business of the Month

An Nam Pho, a cozy Vietnamese restaurant on Roosevelt Way since 2014, serves phở made with 100% ribeye beef, banh mi, and more. Owner Ken, from a family of restaurateurs, is taking over direct involvement of the Roosevelt location starting May 1st.

Nook and Cranny Books, just steps from Roosevelt near Cowen Park, is a community-driven bookstore featuring diverse genres, queer lit, BIPOC authors, and translated works. Owner Maren Comendant also hosts book clubs, open mic nights, and trivia — all are welcome.

When Jenny and Josh couldn’t bear to see the beloved Silhouette Antique shop become another apartment complex, they stepped in to preserve this neighborhood treasure. Now Ravenna Rocks offers everything from locally-sourced crafts to fossils, hosting tarot readings and geology gatherings in this…

Dr. Robin Riedinger and her team bring 25 years of compassionate, Fear-Free™ veterinary care to Roosevelt. This AAHA-accredited hospital focuses on both pets’ physical and emotional well-being, while actively supporting our community through charity events and local sponsorships.

For nearly 40 years, three generations of Gloria’s family have kept Roosevelt’s vacuums running from the same location. Gloria combines her grandfather’s repair expertise with deep neighborhood connections, delighting in serving second and third-generation customers who trust her skill at solving complex repair…

Former engineer Dante Santos traded underwater robotics for something he loved even more: bringing people together through storytelling and adventure. His shop, Chance Encounter Games, at 6317½ Roosevelt Way NE, is part game store, part community haven — and it’s celebrating its first…

Owners Bassem and Mohammed bring organic smoothies and açai bowls to 65th Street with warmth that matches their delicious drinks. This community-focused shop offers Roosevelt High discounts and free protein boosts for local fitness members.

New owners Bri and Caitlin have transformed this Roosevelt pet shop into a stress-free grooming haven where dogs’ comfort comes first. With monthly specials like Bubble Party Wednesdays and a focus on gentle, unhurried care, Health Mutt proves neighborhood businesses truly understand their…

Muhammad Uddin’s authentic Indian and Bengali cuisine is so good it’s brought two attorneys general, a governor, and even Bill Gates to our neighborhood! For nearly three decades, this Roosevelt institution has created lasting memories through Muhammad’s personal touch and exceptional cooking.

For almost 21 years, owner Alison Etter has made Derby Salon a true Roosevelt institution, offering not just exceptional hair care but also skin, nail, and makeup services. Neighbors consistently praise Derby for being wonderful both as a salon and as a community…