{"id":6792,"date":"2022-04-19T21:25:25","date_gmt":"2022-04-20T02:25:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/?p=6792"},"modified":"2023-01-03T04:29:36","modified_gmt":"2023-01-03T10:29:36","slug":"living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Living in Batavia Illinois [2022] Everything you need to know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-sharing gb-block-sharing gb-share-icon-only gb-share-shape-circular gb-share-size-medium gb-share-color-social gb-align-right\">\n\t\t\t<ul class=\"gb-share-list\"><li>\n\t\t\t<a\n\t\t\t\thref=\"javascript:void(0)\" 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The city truly lives up to its nickname, <strong>\u2018city of energy\u2019 <\/strong>(being home to a physic lab), giving good energy to everything it does, with high caliber schools, appealing real estate opportunities, and well-rounded amenities that draw in families, young professionals and retirees alike.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s the kind of place that ticks all the boxes. It\u2019s not too big and not too small. There\u2019s a charming and walkable downtown, but if you feel like kicking things up a notch, you\u2019re in easy reach of <strong>St Charles, <a href=\"https:\/\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/geneva-il-community-spotlight\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Geneva<\/a>, Aurora, and <a href=\"https:\/\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/naperville-neighborhood-spotlight\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Naperville<\/a><\/strong>. Located on the western fringes of <a href=\"https:\/\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/how-many-chicago-suburbs-are-there\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chicagoland<\/a>, you\u2019ll be tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Chicago, but you can still be there in <strong>50 minutes<\/strong> by car any time. Here in Batavia, you\u2019ll feel secure but not bored. This truly is a Goldilocks city \u2013 it\u2019s just right.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why, in our humble opinion, Batavia is not just the oldest city in <a href=\"https:\/\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/homes-for-sale\/dupage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dupage<\/a> and Kane county \u2013 it\u2019s one of the best. Let\u2019s take a closer look at everything that makes it one of the most highly-rated places to live in Illinois.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<script charset=\"UTF-8\" type=\"text\/javascript\" id=\"idxwidgetsrc-47252\" src=\"\/\/for-sale.theralphieandryanshow.com\/idx\/carousel.php?widgetid=47252\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Living in Batavia Illinois Everything you need to know\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KQJGjImZgeQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"1\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Living In Batavia Illinois<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6729d97b1ae72\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6729d97b1ae72\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Is_Batavia_a_good_place_to_live\" title=\"Is Batavia a good place to live?&nbsp;\">Is Batavia a good place to live?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#The_Best_Schools_in_Batavia_IL\" title=\"The Best Schools in Batavia, IL&nbsp;\">The Best Schools in Batavia, IL&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Batavia_High_School\" title=\"Batavia High School\">Batavia High School<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Geneva_Community_High_School\" title=\"Geneva Community High School\">Geneva Community High School<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Real_estate_in_Batavia\" title=\"Real estate in Batavia\">Real estate in Batavia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Things_to_do_in_Batavia\" title=\"Things to do in Batavia\">Things to do in Batavia<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#1_Head_Downtown\" title=\"1. Head Downtown&nbsp;\">1. Head Downtown&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#2_Visit_the_Fermilab\" title=\"2. Visit the Fermilab\">2. Visit the Fermilab<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#3_Go_to_Funways_Entertainment_Center\" title=\"3. Go to Funways Entertainment Center&nbsp;\">3. Go to Funways Entertainment Center&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#5_Browse_the_local_boutiques\" title=\"5. Browse the local boutiques&nbsp;\">5. Browse the local boutiques&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#5_Shop_the_cultural_scene\" title=\"5. Shop the cultural scene&nbsp;\">5. Shop the cultural scene&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Kiss_The_Sky\" title=\"Kiss The Sky&nbsp;\">Kiss The Sky&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Water_Street_Studios\" title=\"Water Street Studios\">Water Street Studios<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#The_Book_Shop\" title=\"The Book Shop\">The Book Shop<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#6_Take_a_day_trip_to_Naperville\" title=\"6. Take a day trip to Naperville&nbsp;\">6. Take a day trip to Naperville&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#7_Take_a_day_trip_to_Aurora\" title=\"7. Take a day trip to Aurora&nbsp;\">7. Take a day trip to Aurora&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Green_spaces_in_Batavia\" title=\"Green spaces in Batavia\">Green spaces in Batavia<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Depot_pond\" title=\"Depot pond&nbsp;\">Depot pond&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Batavia_Riverwalk\" title=\"Batavia Riverwalk\">Batavia Riverwalk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Forest_Preserves\" title=\"Forest Preserves\">Forest Preserves<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Red_Oak_Nature_Center\" title=\"Red Oak Nature Center\">Red Oak Nature Center<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Fabyan_Forest_Preserve\" title=\"Fabyan Forest Preserve\">Fabyan Forest Preserve<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Harold_Hall_Quarry\" title=\"Harold Hall Quarry\">Harold Hall Quarry<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#The_Best_Restaurants_and_Bars_in_Batavia\" title=\"The Best Restaurants and Bars in Batavia\">The Best Restaurants and Bars in Batavia<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#The_Flyleaf_Cafe\" title=\"The Flyleaf Cafe&nbsp;\">The Flyleaf Cafe&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Energy_City_Brewery\" title=\"Energy City Brewery&nbsp;&nbsp;\">Energy City Brewery&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Bocaditos\" title=\"Bocaditos\">Bocaditos<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Tusk_Thai\" title=\"Tusk Thai\">Tusk Thai<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Sidecar_Supper_and_Beer_Garden\" title=\"Sidecar Supper and Beer Garden\">Sidecar Supper and Beer Garden<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Riverside_Pizza\" title=\"Riverside Pizza\">Riverside Pizza<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Batavia_Popcorn_Depot\" title=\"Batavia Popcorn Depot\">Batavia Popcorn Depot<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Batavia_Diner\" title=\"Batavia Diner\">Batavia Diner<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Bar_Evolution\" title=\"Bar Evolution &nbsp;\">Bar Evolution &nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/living-in-batavia-illinois-2022-everything-you-need-to-know\/#Have_Questions_Ask_The_Velasco_Reynolds_Team\" title=\"Have Questions? Ask The Velasco Reynolds Team!\">Have Questions? Ask The Velasco Reynolds Team!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Batavia_a_good_place_to_live\"><\/span>Is Batavia a good place to live?&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>According to multiple sources, Batavia is one of the best places to live in Illinois. In recent years the suburb has received several awards, including the Top 100 Places to Live in America, Best Street awards, and commendations for its park district.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Residents say they love living in Batavia for the family-focused atmosphere, local businesses, and the community ethos. The schools and amenities see good investment, which give this suburb a sustainable standard of living and sees families settling down for generations to come.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Schools_in_Batavia_IL\"><\/span>The Best Schools in Batavia, IL&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lots of Illinoisan families gravitate to Batavia to benefit from its school district. Batavia takes education seriously, with well-funded schools that achieve high ratings for the educational opportunities they provide. Batavia spends 68.6% of its <a href=\"https:\/\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/what-property-taxes-pay-for-in-illinois\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">property tax<\/a> funds on school districts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Batavia is mainly covered by school district 101, though some small areas fall into Geneva district 304 and West Aurora district 129.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Batavia school district 101 includes:<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Louise White Elementary School \u2013&nbsp; A minus&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hoover Wood Elementary School \u2013 A minus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grace McWayne Elementary School \u2013 A minus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alice Gustafson Elementary School \u2013 A minus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>H.C. Storm Elementary School \u2013&nbsp;A minus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>J. B. Nelson Elementary School \u2013&nbsp;B plus&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sam Rotolo Middle School \u2013 A minus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Batavia High School \u2013 A minus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><br><em>All ratings according to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.niche.com\/places-to-live\/batavia-kane-il\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">niche.com,<\/a> are based on educational data and reviews.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Batavia_High_School\"><\/span><strong>Batavia High School<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-High-School-1-1024x576.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6876 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-High-School-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-High-School-1-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-High-School-1-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-High-School-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-High-School-1-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><noscript><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-High-School-1-1024x576.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-High-School-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-High-School-1-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-High-School-1-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-High-School-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-High-School-1-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Batavia High School<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Most students in Batavia will attend Batavia High School, which is an A-rated public school, according to niche.com. There are 1,938 students in grades 7-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1. This high school stands out for its commitment to a holistic education, offering AP courses, honors, and dual credits, as well as a wide variety of clubs and the opportunity to compete athletically. Students say they appreciate the attention given to helping them find the best path beyond their 4 years at Batavia High School.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Geneva_Community_High_School\"><\/span><strong>Geneva Community High School<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A small subset of Batavia Students on the northside will attend Geneva Community High School, which is also an A-rated institution according to niche.com. 1,831 students attend Geneva Community High School and benefit from slightly smaller class sizes of 15 to 1.<br>The school competes as the Vikings and the football team has one of the oldest Illinoisian rivalries with the Batavia High School Bulldogs. Whichever side your child ends up on, be prepared for fiercely competitive matches.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Real_estate_in_Batavia\"><\/span>Real estate in Batavia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Real-Estate-1-1024x576.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6877 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Real-Estate-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Real-Estate-1-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Real-Estate-1-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Real-Estate-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Real-Estate-1-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><noscript><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Real-Estate-1-1024x576.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6877\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Real-Estate-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Real-Estate-1-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Real-Estate-1-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Real-Estate-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Real-Estate-1-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Batavia Home<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Amid the highest house prices seen in decades, homebuyers in Chicagoland would be wise to look to cities like Batavia. Thanks to being all the way out in Kane County, the median home prices here are comfortably below the Chicago average.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find reasonably sized properties at attractive prices \u2013&nbsp;for example, there are many 3-bed homes around the $300,000 mark that would make great fixer-uppers. There are lots of beautiful townhouses and single-family homes, as well as the occasional condo or apartment. Many homes in Batavia have curb appeal while still being pleasantly <a href=\"https:\/\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/most-affordable-but-safe-suburbs-near-chicago\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">affordable<\/a>, which makes this place a rare diamond in real estate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rental properties in this suburb are somewhat less widely available and tend to air on the average side of Chicago prices. You can also find plenty of lots and land here in Batavia if you\u2019re looking to start from scratch.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<script charset=\"UTF-8\" type=\"text\/javascript\" id=\"idxwidgetsrc-13328\" src=\"\/\/for-sale.theralphieandryanshow.com\/idx\/widgets\/13328\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_do_in_Batavia\"><\/span>Things to do in Batavia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-downtown-cover-1-1024x576.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6882 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-downtown-cover-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-downtown-cover-1.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-downtown-cover-1.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-downtown-cover-1.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-downtown-cover-1.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><noscript><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-downtown-cover-1-1024x576.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6882\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-downtown-cover-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-downtown-cover-1.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-downtown-cover-1.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-downtown-cover-1.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-downtown-cover-1.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Batavia Downtown<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Batavia might be a small city but the locals aren\u2019t short on things to do. Both in and around the city, you\u2019ll find scenic walks, delicious food, and high-energy entertainment. Here are just a few of our favorite things to do in Batavia.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Head_Downtown\"><\/span><strong>1. Head Downtown&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Part of Batavia\u2019s undeniable charm is the historical downtown <\/strong>that overlooks the beautiful Fox River. It\u2019s the perfect place for a relaxing stroll, complete with quaint buildings, boutique shops, and down-to-earth eateries. Not to be missed are the historical windmills dotted along the river walk, which are a unique landmark of the city. Along the river is also the weekly farmer&#8217;s market, where you can pick up anything from Kombucha to Artisan cheeses.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Visit_the_Fermilab\"><\/span><strong>2. Visit the Fermilab<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Fermilab is a fascinating part of Batavia\u2019s story. You don\u2019t need to know what a top quark and a bottom quark is \u2013&nbsp;just that they were discovered right here in the Fermilab, in a moment of significant scientific breakthrough. Since being established in 1967, Batavia\u2019s very own lab has been shaping global knowledge of particle physics, accelerator physics, and quantum informational science. So whether you\u2019re looking to inspire your kids in STEM subjects or get a closer look at what some of the greatest minds in particle physics have been up to, you can do so all year round at the Fermilab. They offer tours of the lab and lecture series \u2013&nbsp;or you can simply come along to enjoy the 6,800 acres of natural beauty on the grounds of the lab, which includes a bison preserve.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Go_to_Funways_Entertainment_Center\"><\/span><strong>3. Go to Funways Entertainment Center&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Funways is suitably named \u2013&nbsp;offering fun for all the family in almost every way you can think of. There are go-karts, bumper boats, mini-golf, water wars, batting, and soccer cages, and jump shots! You can burn off some energy on a rainy day in the 20-lane bowling alley or roller skating rink, or battle out with your friends at Lazer Tag. In those famously bitter Chicago winters, Batavia locals are more than grateful to have Illinois\u2019 favorite indoor sports center on their doorstep.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Browse_the_local_boutiques\"><\/span><strong>5. Browse the local boutiques&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Batavia\u2019s downtown supports local artisans and creatives, with a number of one-of-a-kind storefronts including Hearth &amp; Hammer, a literary candle studio, Bee Attitudes Antiques, the Boardwalk, with multiple independent vendors, and an apothecary. Another shopper\u2019s destination is the Wilson Street Mercantile, where you\u2019ll find four boutiques under one roof and can pick up scented candles, very millennial cushions, framed prints and artisan coffee.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Shop_the_cultural_scene\"><\/span><strong>5. Shop the cultural scene&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Among Batavia\u2019s downtown shops are lots of local gems in the cultural sector \u2013 <strong>music, literature and art, to name a few.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kiss_The_Sky\"><\/span><strong>Kiss The Sky&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Kiss-The-Sky-Batavia-1-1024x576.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6878 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Kiss-The-Sky-Batavia-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Kiss-The-Sky-Batavia-1-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Kiss-The-Sky-Batavia-1-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Kiss-The-Sky-Batavia-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Kiss-The-Sky-Batavia-1-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><noscript><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Kiss-The-Sky-Batavia-1-1024x576.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6878\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Kiss-The-Sky-Batavia-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Kiss-The-Sky-Batavia-1-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Kiss-The-Sky-Batavia-1-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Kiss-The-Sky-Batavia-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Kiss-The-Sky-Batavia-1-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Kiss The Sky Batavia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The local record store, \u201cKiss The Sky\u201d has been part of the pulse of Batavia\u2019s beating heart since 1996 (minus a brief relocation to Geneva). Local owner Steve is not only a touchstone for the community to discover new music (or rediscover old loves), but acts as a transmitter. He\u2019s always chatting to locals who pass through the store, asking what they\u2019re listening to so that he can find gems to share with others. As you might expect from that, Kiss The Sky is a genre-spanning treasure trove, stocking anything and everything from critically acclaimed rock classics to ear-blasting hyper pop. They also sell merch, vinyl gear, speakers, and oddities, as well as hosting over <strong>2,500 live music acts <\/strong>over the lifetime of the store.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Water_Street_Studios\"><\/span><strong>Water Street Studios<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Their next-door neighbor is Water Street Studios. This local, independent studio and gallery is on a mission to make the arts accessible to the midwest. As well as ongoing exhibitions, there are gallery receptions every second Friday, where you can peruse the local talent, pick up one-of-a-kind fares at the pop-up shops and attend special events. There are regular workshops and studio spaces to rent, making sure the artsy population of Batavia are always catered for.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Book_Shop\"><\/span><strong>The Book Shop<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Just around the corner is The Book Shop, a second-hand mercantile brimming with page-turners curated by a true book lover. The prices are unbeatable \u2013 choose wisely and you can pick up a handful of fantastic reads for less than $20. While the store is currently only open on afternoons at the weekend, it\u2019s well worth setting aside time to dig for treasure in this cozy cubbyhole on Wilson St.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Take_a_day_trip_to_Naperville\"><\/span><strong>6. Take a day trip to Naperville&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/naperville-neighborhood-spotlight\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">One of the best Chicago suburbs is Naperville<\/a> and it is only <strong>a 25-minute drive <\/strong>from Batavia. Naperville has it all; the best eats, drinks, shops, and riverwalk. Batavia residents can enjoy it all but without Naperville prices. Once you\u2019re on I-88, it\u2019s an easy route to downtown Naperville and you can make this popular suburb your regular hang-out spot.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Take_a_day_trip_to_Aurora\"><\/span><strong>7. Take a day trip to Aurora&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The city of Aurora is just under ten times bigger than Batavia and it is only <strong>a ten-minute drive straight down route 31.<\/strong> Aurora is well known for a being<a href=\"https:\/\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/the-most-diverse-chicago-suburbs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> diverse<\/a> and vibrant city \u2013&nbsp;it\u2019s also one of the best spots in Chicago for Mexican food, with over 10 popular Mexican and Latin eateries in the heart of the downtown area. If that doesn\u2019t whet your appetite for living in the tri-city area then we don\u2019t know what will.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Green_spaces_in_Batavia\"><\/span><strong>Green spaces in Batavia<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Batavia\u2019s award-winning park district manages 36 parks and green spaces across the suburb. So although the area has a dense suburban feel, you won\u2019t be short of spaces to stretch your legs, walk the dog, take a picnic, or even pursue more adventurous outdoor activities. Let\u2019s take a look at some of our favorite green spaces right here in Batavia.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Depot_pond\"><\/span><strong>Depot pond&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Depot bond in Batavia is beautiful all year round but the highlight has to be when it freezes over in the winter and all the locals go ice skating. It\u2019s been a tradition of the suburb for more than a century. Seeing everyone wrapped up in scarves, hats, and mittens while trying to balance on their skates is something the residents look forward to the year around \u2013 especially the children. In the summer months, the Depot is also great for paddle boating. Tucked into the Batavia dam, it\u2019s a central outdoor location that you can visit any time.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Batavia_Riverwalk\"><\/span><strong>Batavia Riverwalk<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Riverwalk-1-1024x576.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6879 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Riverwalk-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Riverwalk-1-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Riverwalk-1-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Riverwalk-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Riverwalk-1-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><noscript><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Riverwalk-1-1024x576.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6879\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Riverwalk-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Riverwalk-1-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Riverwalk-1-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Riverwalk-1-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Batavia-Riverwalk-1-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Batavia Riverwalk<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The river walk was built by the community, for the community. The volunteer-led project took six years to complete and extends along the Fox River around the <strong>12-acre peninsula.<\/strong> There are boardwalks, overlooks, and a pavilion \u2013 all providing tranquil moments to take in the scenery and enjoy the fresh air. Don\u2019t forget to bring your camera because there are lots of picture-perfect views you\u2019ll want to capture, including the wildflower sanctuary, the Depot Museum, and the historic windmills.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Forest_Preserves\"><\/span><strong>Forest Preserves<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are two forest preserves on the western outskirts of Batavia; <strong>the Dick Young Forest Preserve and the Nelson Lake Marsh. <\/strong>Teeming with diverse flora and fauna, these beautiful natural locations have inspired many photographers and artists over the years and you can still see rare and endangered plant life there today.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Red_Oak_Nature_Center\"><\/span><strong>Red Oak Nature Center<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Red Oak Preserve is perfect for families because this walk has some unique features to add interest to any stroll. Among the hiking trails, you\u2019ll find a cave known as the Devil\u2019s Cave, which is heaps of fun for children to climb and explore. There are also exhibits at the Nature Center to keep the little ones entertained and you can even see turtles in the mini-aquariums.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fabyan_Forest_Preserve\"><\/span><strong>Fabyan Forest Preserve<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Just north of Batavia, you\u2019ll find the Fabyan Forest Preserve, which is on Geneva territory. It has multiple natural and historical landmarks that make it one of the most unique and fascinating preserves in Illinois. You can visit the Fabyan Forest Villa, <strong>a Japanese tea garden built-in 1910<\/strong>, and the strikingly beautiful Fabyan Windmill. People come from all over the state to behold the sights here, but in Batavia, you have it right on your doorstep.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Harold_Hall_Quarry\"><\/span><strong>Harold Hall Quarry<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Quarry Beach is the number one destination for Batavia families looking for relief from those hot Chicago summers. There is a zero-depth sand beach, two islands, a youth water slide, a drop slide, and a diving tower with two- and four-meter platforms. Self-described as <strong>\u201ckid-tested and family-approved\u201d<\/strong>, the Harold Hall Quarry won\u2019t disappoint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Best_Restaurants_and_Bars_in_Batavia\"><\/span><strong>The Best Restaurants and Bars in Batavia<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The food scene is humble here in Batavia. You won\u2019t find upscale dining but what you get is arguably better \u2013 friendly, cozy, and intimate mom-and-pop eateries that serve up delicious plates every night of the week. Dining in Batavia is easy on the wallet, so you can eat out way more than in an expensive suburb. Let\u2019s check out some of our favorite foodie (and drink) locations in Batavia.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Flyleaf_Cafe\"><\/span><strong>The Flyleaf Cafe<\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CcYT7qYLDq6\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; border:0; border-radius:3px; box-shadow:0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width:540px; min-width:326px; padding:0; width:99.375%; width:-webkit-calc(100% - 2px); width:calc(100% - 2px);\"><div style=\"padding:16px;\"> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CcYT7qYLDq6\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" background:#FFFFFF; line-height:0; padding:0 0; text-align:center; text-decoration:none; width:100%;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> <div style=\" display: flex; 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CcYT7qYLDq6\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by Flyleaf Bakery Cafe \ud83c\udf3b (@flyleafbakerycafe)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote> <script async=\"\" src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>Directly opposite the centrally-located public <a href=\"https:\/\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/best-libraries-in-chicago-suburbs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">library<\/a>, you will find the Flyleaf Cafe, where they\u2019re serving up wholesome, hearty, home-cooked meals and pastries to fuel the literary adventures of Batavia locals. This small-batch bakery serves up big-time favorites, like cinnamon rolls and homemade cookies. The menu and flavors evolve from day to day, as they cook to suit the seasons and their storecupboard<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Inside tip: <\/strong>Follow the Flyleaf Cafe on Instagram and keep your eyes peeled for family-friendly community events, like painting workshops and artist exhibitions&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Energy_City_Brewery\"><\/span><strong>Energy City Brewery&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can only live in Batavia for so long until you come across big queues winding through the downtown area on a Saturday morning. Before you ask yourself what all the fuss is about, know that the answer is <strong>\u201cEnergy City Brewery\u201d<\/strong>. This local artisan brewery only opens its doors for a few hours on a Saturday and the town goes crazy to get a taste of their adventurous beers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a truly unique business venture and local founder David FIles treats it like a science. He makes insanely creative flavors, like Milkshake IPA, Battisseri Stout and Blood Orange Habanero. The atmosphere on their open days is great, but you can order anytime and they\u2019re also stocked in locations across Chicago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Inside tip: <\/strong>If you find a flavor you love, be sure to stock up because their rotation is always changing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bocaditos\"><\/span><strong>Bocaditos<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Juliana-and-Mom-Bocaditos-Batavia-1-1024x576.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6881 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Juliana-and-Mom-Bocaditos-Batavia-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Juliana-and-Mom-Bocaditos-Batavia-1.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Juliana-and-Mom-Bocaditos-Batavia-1.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Juliana-and-Mom-Bocaditos-Batavia-1.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Juliana-and-Mom-Bocaditos-Batavia-1.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/576;\" \/><noscript><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/theralphieandryanshow.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Juliana-and-Mom-Bocaditos-Batavia-1-1024x576.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6881\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Juliana-and-Mom-Bocaditos-Batavia-1.jpg?resize=1024%2C576&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Juliana-and-Mom-Bocaditos-Batavia-1.jpg?resize=300%2C169&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Juliana-and-Mom-Bocaditos-Batavia-1.jpg?resize=768%2C432&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Juliana-and-Mom-Bocaditos-Batavia-1.jpg?resize=1536%2C864&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/box5915.temp.domains\/~theralph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Juliana-and-Mom-Bocaditos-Batavia-1.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Juliana and Mom Bocaditos Batavia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This family-owned Argentine is a favorite among Batavia locals. It&#8217;s a cute and cozy cafe and is the best spot in town for Empanadas. Their food has a homemade feel to it; packed with flavors and guaranteed to leave you feeling well looked after. It\u2019s also run by two of the friendliest women in Batavia, so you\u2019d be challenged not to have a lovely time at Bocaditos.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Inside tip: <\/strong>Take home a batch of frozen Empanadas to eat at home.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tusk_Thai\"><\/span><strong>Tusk Thai<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to humble, cozy restaurants in Batavia, Tusk Thai is a firm member. It\u2019s a family-owned business and you need only visit once or twice for them to start getting to know you and treating you like a regular. The menu is fresh, vibrant, and packed with Thai staples \u2013&nbsp;think Eggrolls, Potstickers, and Tom Yum. 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Their menu is all about American classic bar fares, like burgers, wings, and chips. It\u2019s a great spot to rub shoulders with locals and get to know your neighbors.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Inside tip: <\/strong>The Sidecar is always putting on great live music, so time your trip for the occasion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Riverside_Pizza\"><\/span><strong>Riverside Pizza<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Life doesn\u2019t get much sweeter than eating delicious pizza and drinking cocktails while overlooking the Fox River. Riverside Pizza is a rare breed, as they\u2019ve mastered both the crispiest thin crust and the deepest pie dishes. You won\u2019t be challenged to find places to put your money back into the community, because Riverside Pizza is yet another Batavia family-owned business.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Batavia_Popcorn_Depot\"><\/span><strong>Batavia Popcorn Depot<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Smell is one of the most powerful memories you can have, and for the people of Batavia, no smell reminds them of downtown more than <strong>freshly cooked popcorn.<\/strong> This historical landmark is just off the riverwalk path, where you can stop by and pick up made-to-order popcorn in mouth-watering flavors like fresh spun cheese or warm caramel.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Batavia_Diner\"><\/span><strong>Batavia Diner<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Only in Batavia could there be an appetite for a cafe that only does breakfast. Early in the morning, this is where you\u2019ll find the locals, who come here to start their day with piping hot coffee and, if they know what\u2019s good for them, the gypsy skillet. It\u2019s the type of spot where you can enjoy your time and relax, which is exactly the way a morning in Batavia should be spent.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bar_Evolution\"><\/span><strong>Bar Evolution <\/strong>&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Batavia doesn\u2019t really do upscale, Bar Evolution is the best place to head for a slightly high-key night out. They serve the best cocktails in a chic setting \u2013&nbsp; there\u2019s a grand piano and tree trunk tables\u2026 Need we say more?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"text-align:center\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-cta gb-block-cta\"><div class=\"gb-cta-content\"><h2 class=\"gb-cta-title gb-font-size-32\" style=\"color:#32373c\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Have_Questions_Ask_The_Velasco_Reynolds_Team\"><\/span>Have Questions? 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