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St Mary of the Angels Church
Neighborhood: Bucktown

1850 N Hermitage Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Kristen S. writes: St. Mary of the Angels Church is a beautiful church located in the heart of Bucktown. The Catholic prelature Opus Dei was given the charge of restoring and supporting the church, and it looks beautiful.

The church itself is fairly conservative, but…

Washington Mutual
Neighborhood: Roscoe Village

3346 N Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60618

Tony C. writes: Wamu. best bank EVER.

last Brick and Mortar bank you'll ever need. They win on pure geography alone: have branches in SF, LA, Chicago AND. that's right, the killer: NYC. That's about the only 4 cities in the country that interest me so...

Free checks,…

Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
Neighborhood: The Loop

230 S La Salle St
Ste 688
Chicago, IL 60604

Jay A. writes: I went to the Money museum today and it was awesome!
I really encourage you guys (Yelpers) to check this place out.
There are many interesting facts and this excibit won't take too much of your time. Take a free shot of you and one million dollar case…

Lasalle Bank
Neighborhood: Rogers Park

7516 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60626

Bill Morton .. writes: I've had some serious customer service issues with one employee in particular in the past. Now that most of the original employees were either let go, or switched out, I can only complain about thier obsene NSF fund fees and service charges.

What ever…

North Community Bank
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3639 N Broadway St
Chicago, IL 60613

Kristen F. writes: I just recently closed my account with NCB but am writing a review anyway because of the great service I received when I went in to do so. I opened the account a few years ago but kept open my Bank One account because I was told at NCB that they…

Bank One

1603 Orrington Avenue
Evanston, IL 60201

Dee W. writes: Oh, Chase...
PROS:
-everywhere you go - there's a Chase - Chase banks, Chase ATMs, Chase inside of Walgreens, Chase inside of Dominick's
-love that online service
-one of the better credit cards - they've got that Freedom card with the option of either…

ING DIRECT Cafe
Neighborhood: Near North Side

21 E Chestnut St
Chicago, IL 60611

George B. writes: My review is going to discuss the cafe side of this business, not the banking services offered.

The ING DIRECT Cafe is a great cafe. Prices are exceptionally reasonable (i.e. $1.50 for 16 and 20 oz coffees) and there are plenty of daily specials…

Harris Bank
Neighborhood: Hyde Park

5493 S Cornell
Chicago, IL 60637

Celeste C. writes: LOVE THEM!!

They were helpful with a bank account. The Manager is awesome and goes out of her way to help.

Not to mention the Lion Power !!

They picked up, where the Citibank customer service left off.

MB Financial
Neighborhood: Near West Side, Greektown

800 W. Madison St
Chicago, IL 60607

Luke S. writes: Clearly MB is the future of banking. They have the brightest young minds leading the way through the 21st century. Their commercial bankers are the best!

North Community Bank
Neighborhood: Wicker Park

2000 W Division
Chicago, IL 60622

Laurel H. writes: I had to switch banks about two years ago, and I was SO close to banking with Chase because they've got ATMs everywhere, but I finally decided to go with North Community for the following reasons:

1. The people I know who use them have never had…

Harris Bank Evanston

1638 Maple Ave
Evanston, IL 60201

Joanne E. writes: If you use Harris Bank for your banking, and you haven't yet signed up for their account aggregation product, Harris Total Look, I recommend you check it out.

I signed up for Harris Total Look when it first came out, and now I have my complete…

My Dad

Chicago, IL 60614

Niki C. writes: In the spirit of Father's Day, I'd like to give my dear old dad five bright red stars. If there were more stars, I'd give him a universe of them.

He is the man I compare all others to, my hero, my rock, & I am so very proud to call him Dad.

LaSalle Bank

10260 S Roberts Rd.
Palos Hills, IL 60465

Michelle H. writes: I just opened up a new checking account here the other week. I did the application process on line, (which was really simple and user friendly) and chose to make my first deposit in person at the local branch. The banker who helped me, was really…

Cole Taylor Bank

350 E Dundee Rd
Wheeling, IL 60090

Anum A. writes: This is a really great bank. I have had an account here for a long time and they have always had great service. No fees either for a checking account. Its is also FDIC insured, which is great for me.

Washington Mutual

Elmhurst Plz
Elmhurst, IL 60126

Tina T. writes: I am really impressed (so far, anyway) with this bank! I recently wanted to switch both my personal and business account to someplace local, as I had banked for years at a location in a different suburb. I opened this account online, and the ease…

Citibank F S B
Neighborhood: The Loop

69 W Washington Street
Chicago, IL 60602

Carrie M. writes: If you're looking for a good branch of Citibank, this is the one to go to. I went here when I switched over all of my accounts from a bank in Milwaukee to Chicago. I received the best financial assistance from my personal banker Malinda. She's so…

Federal Center Employees Credit Union
Neighborhood: The Loop

230 S Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60604

Bill M. writes: The Federal Center is a renowned complex of modern architectural buildings, although people being indicted do not care about that. The structures have a strict design of glass and steel by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, but the plaza features the bright…

Pulaski Savings Bank
Neighborhood: Bridgeport

3156 S Morgan St
Chicago, IL 60608

Sam T. writes: They are a neighborhood bank. They are not part of any chain. Truely an independent.

If you want a bank with customer service...THIS IS IT!

They still offer many of the needs the larger banks offer but they are a small bank thats been open for about…

Lasalle Bank

538 W Diversey Pkwy
Chicago, IL 60614

Shawn K. writes: When I moved to the area, I needed a bank. The $50 free sign brought me in the door. The staff is friendly and speedy. The checking account is free with direct deposit and includes free online banking and bill pay. The system updates pretty…

National City Bank
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park, DePaul

921 W Armitage Ave
Chicago, IL 60614

Robert S. writes: This National City branch is by far the friendliest and most helpful bank I have ever been to. All of the ladies that work there are super-nice, knowledgeable and funny. I feel like I'm hanging out when I go in there. I have had a few problems that I…

North Community Bank
Neighborhood: Wicker Park

1555 N Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Frank P. writes: I really like this bank. The staff is super friendly and the rates are low, low low. I can't imagine going to anywhere else to do your banking than NCB in Chicago.

National City
Neighborhood: Wicker Park

1520 N Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Stephanie D. writes: Agreed about the lack of ATMS in Chicago. HOWEVER - I have banked with this company for about 10 years and have always been pleased. Great products and services. This location provides a decently friendly staff and two-three bored security guards at…

Bank of Lincolnwood

4320 W Touhy Ave
Lincolnwood, IL 60712

a w. writes: A much better branch of this bank. It is bigger and better staff. Things get done much quicker at this branch. And what I really like about this branch is that they have a whole separate building that handles deposits only. So if you go there, you…

Northside Community Bank

8060 W Oakton St
Niles, IL 60714

I Q. writes: This is a pretty big bank compared to its other branches. It is well-staffed and has great customer service. I went here with a friend once who has a checking account here. She has been with them for some time and is very satisfied. Oh yeah..each…

Mb Financial Bank
Neighborhood: The Loop

1 E Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601

R A D. writes: Great bank! Some on the best rates on CDs, outstanding customer service (they answer right away & have always been extremely competent). No hidden fees, no hassles. They treat you like a valued customer.

American Chartered Bank
Neighborhood: Near West Side

932 W Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60607

a w. writes: The only branch of this bank in and/or near the city. Its a new branch and its very well kept with lots of friendly bankers and tellers. One thing to keep in mind is that the drive-up for this bank is actually in a separate building which is a couple…

Lasalle Bank
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Magnificent Mile, Streeterville

940 N Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60611

Brandon T. writes: Very clean and big, although I don't appreciate the atmosphere that much. The bank teller's are scattered across the right aroused from all of the other rooms. There are usually a few bank tellers open such as 3 or 4. It doesn't tend to be busy, and…

Oak Bank
Neighborhood: Near North Side

1000 N Rush Street
Chicago, IL 60611

Ralph L. writes: This is a friendly bank where everyone knows your name. maybe I should call it Cheers! They take the definition of customer service and turn it up all the way!

Labe Federal Savings & Loan Assn
Neighborhood: Irving Park

4343 N Elston Avenue
Chicago, IL 60641

Jean C. writes: This is no longer Labe Bank or S&L, but First Chicago Bank and Trust. But for all that the name has gotten longer and fancier, it's still a neighborhood bank where the people recognize you when you walk in, and there's a better than average chance…

Cole Taylor Bank

4400 Oakton St
Skokie, IL 60076

a w. writes: I really like this bank. I always get really prompt and friendly service. I think what the best thing about this bank is the personal touch -- all the bankers will get to know you and you feel like your a part of their team. Another great thing is…

Harris Trust & Savings Bank
Neighborhood: Uptown

4531 N Broadway St
Chicago, IL 60640

a w. writes: I've had a checking account with this bank for years. Free checking and lots of convenient locations have kept me as a customer for a long time. And anyways, the Harris Bank lion is so cool..you can't get that at any other bank ;).

Mid America Bank

9000 N Milwaukee Ave
Niles, IL 60714

I Q. writes: This is really nice bank located in a good, busy area where many people can have access to it. It is very nicely furnished from the inside and it has a convenient drive-thru. Also, the hours are very flexible. Most importantly, I like this…

North Community Bank

4701 N. Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60640

Mairin B. writes: I am happy to find businesses that allow me to bring my pooch inside... It is more convenient for me (no car!) to kill two birds with one proverbial stone... I can walk my dog... to the BANK! Plus, the people are friendly, the bank has convenient…

North Community Bank
Neighborhood: Portage Park

5241 W Lawrence Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625

Dave T. writes: When I first moved to Chicago and opened my bank account I considered the Worst of Chicago and Banc One. I ended up opening an acount at North Community Bank. The Worst of Chicago (pay us money if you want to talk to a teller - brilliant tactic…

North Community Bank
Neighborhood: Ukrainian Village

1600 W Chicago
Chicago, IL 60622

Tisha W. writes: This bank has phenomenol customer service. At the Ukraniane Village branch, the branch manager, Antonio, is super-nice and really goes out of his way to know customers. The bank has decent ATM coverage, online banking and bill pay, and is locally…

Washington Mutual

805 Davis Street
Evanston, IL 60209

Midori G. writes: I could sell this bank to you about as well as a sales manager because I love everything about it and I love knowing what new features they are offering. I don't do much than deposit pay checks and withdraw cash, but I have NEVER had a problem after…

Washington Mutual
Neighborhood: Lakeview

Lakeview Financial Center
3556 N Southport Ave
Chicago, IL 60689

Bob B. writes: I switched from Mid America Bank for personal and small business banking. I was tired of just lousy, non-personal and incompetent people and was amazed at how changing status-quo can effect the experience. This particular branch has a great, small…

Fifth Third Bank
Neighborhood: Near North Side

42 E Ontario St
Chicago, IL 60611

courtney d. writes: I really like this location, it's only a couple of blocks from my office, and there are usually no other customers in the bank, so no waiting (I usually go on Friday afternoons as well)! The tellers are nice, and this location is right next door to a…

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