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.
Our Business of the Month for May 2026 is JoyCuts, a hair and color salon for men and women run by Virginia Siler.
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.
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 anniversary in June. Stop in and see what the magic is about!
Since 1988, Salvatore Anania has been feeding Roosevelt — and getting to know the people who walk through his door. His Italian recipes are rooted in his southern Italian hometown, and his regulars now bring their grandchildren. Some things are worth discovering for yourself.
Looking to reduce plastic in your daily routine? Ravenna Refills, our January Business of the Month, is a plastic-free general store offering B Corp-certified home and personal-care products. With 60 refillable items, community swaps, and a neighborhood pantry, this local gem makes sustainable living easy. Stop by and see for yourself!
Celebrating nearly 50 years in Roosevelt, Sunlight Cafe proves vegetarian comfort food can win over everyone. This family-owned gem offers more than affordable meals—its cozy atmosphere and genuine warmth create the connection and soul many restaurants have lost. No wonder it’s the neighborhood’s oldest dining establishment.
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 problems.
Owner Filippo Fiori brings authentic Italian recipes—some from his grandmother—to Roosevelt’s Due Cucina. Enjoy fresh, scratch-made pasta in a welcoming space where everyone belongs. Buon appetito!
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.
