<p>The nice thing about Hyde Park is that there are some U of C- centric hangouts. I think they add a sense of community and spirit. </p>
<p>Examples of cool U of C student-focused retail/food: Cafe Istria, Medici, Powell’s/Seminary Coop/57th Street Books, One World Cafe, Calypso, Cedars, Thai 55/Snail/ the other one, Hyde Park Produce, Hookah Lounge, Starbucks</p>
<p>Then there are resources that are split between U of C students and the community: Kimbark Liquors, CVS, Walgreens, Co-Op (food Co-Op), Subway, etc. </p>
<p>Then there are places that are primarily for the non U of C community: Sammy’s (57th and Cottage Grove), Ossama’s Hair Salon, some 53rd and 51st street retail.</p>
<p>I don’t know if it’s the ideal setup, but it is what it is.</p>