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Roeser's Bakery
Neighborhood: Humboldt Park
3216 W North Avenue
Chicago,
IL
60647
Carol J. writes: I was born in Humbolt Park and my grandmother lived there until I was in college and every great cake I've ever had in my life has been from this bakery. I cannot even begin to tell you what it was like to go there in the morning on Saturday and…
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Neighborhood: The Loop
Symphony Center
220 S Michigan Ave
Chicago,
IL
60604
Julie K. writes: because I am still holding a student ID from California, I could get a discount ticket.. was only 15 bucks (via Internet, $13.00)!! cheaper than MET!!
around 5 pm, I purchased a ticket for Brahms' Requiem.. since I *HEART* his works, and one of my…
Wendella Sightseeing Boats
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Magnificent Mile
400 N Michigan Ave
Chicago,
IL
60611
Ed to the M. writes: Apparantly, there are a lot of riverboat architecture tours in Chicago, but this one is convenient because it starts where N. Michigan meets the Chicago River, and I don't have to venture to the tackiness of Navy Pier.
I paid 20 bucks for a…
Four Seasons Hotel Chicago
Neighborhood: Near North Side
120 E Delaware Pl
Chicago,
IL
60611
Bucky K. writes: We have a relative who works in the business offices at the Four Seasons which makes us eligible for the "Friends & Family" plan. We've never taken advantage of this until we had a one night layover in Chicago which also happened to be the first…
Sam's Wines & Spirits
Neighborhood: DePaul
1720 N. Marcey St
Chicago,
IL
60614
Nancy K. writes: Great selection of wine and spirits. Knowledgeable staff.
RR #1 Chicago
814 N Ashland Ave
Chicago,
IL
60622
laura b. writes: It's the kinda store that makes me think I could live in Chicago.
THAT BEING SAID: the place feels straight outta voodoo style New Orleans. It's a bit cluttered (but in a pre-meditated way) and has this strange southern romantic feeling...I think a…
Paper Boy
Neighborhood: Lakeview
1351 W Belmont Ave
Chicago,
IL
60657
Alison M. writes: So, your love is special and unique and you want to express it in a card.... but, not any old card, your love is just too special for that.
Come here. They have so many funny, cute, lovey cards, you won't know what to do with yourself. Also, if…
Peninsula Hotel Chicago
Neighborhood: Near North Side
108 E Superior Street
Chicago,
IL
60611
Lindley E. writes: Haven't stayed there yet (or eaten at Avenues...sigh) but the afternoon tea in the terrace/veranda/whatever they call it is ample, filling, well-prepared, elegant and fun. Servers struggle to properly pronounce the french names of the various…
Fox & Obel Food Market
Neighborhood: Near North Side
401 E Illinois St
Chicago,
IL
60611
Nancy K. writes: Love this place! I went here for the first time and was overwhelmed! They are in a league all of their own.The employees are friendly, polite, professional, funny, bright and helpful.
They carry unique and exotic items. Everything looks really…
Park Hyatt Chicago
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River East, Magnificent Mile
800 N Michigan Ave
Chicago,
IL
60611
Jenny R. writes: I came here last minute, around 2am on a Sunday morning. The only room they (conveniently) had available was their suite for $600 bucks...ouch! I thought, "I'm definitely going to have to put out now." Thanks a lot Park Hyatt.
It was a beautiful…
Paper Doll
Neighborhood: Wicker Park
2048 W Division St
Chicago,
IL
60622
Debbie M. writes: Great variety of cards and small gifts. Parking is difficult, but overall a great experience for finding gifts for people who may be difficult to shop for or who have everything!
Shoreline Sightseeing
Neighborhood: Near North Side
600 E Grand Ave
Chicago,
IL
60611
Alexander L. writes: AMAZING. STUNNING. FANTASTIC. STUPENDOUS.
I cannot explain how awesome this tour is. You learn about the architectrual history and flavor of the city and it will stick with you. I know because I actually went 2 years ago and I still remember what…
Bonsoiree
Neighborhood: Bucktown
2728 W Armitage Avenue
Chicago,
IL
60647
Natalie R. writes: When I was in high school and college and would flip through Architectural Digest or Bon Appetite, I would see pictures of happy, healthy, well-dressed, interesting, and apparently affluent people eating dishes with amazingly long names that were…
Panozzo's Italian Market
Neighborhood: Near Southside
1303 S Michigan Ave
Chicago,
IL
60605
Liz X. writes: As with gentrification in all parts of major metropolitan areas come the good and the bad. I won't dwell on the negative and instead, I will expound on the little treasures that gentrification can bring..especially early on in the process. One…
Sofitel Chicago Water Tower
Neighborhood: Near North Side
20 E Chestnut St
Chicago,
IL
60611
Arnab M. writes: Never have I ever stayed in a classier and more elegant hotel. The building architecture and decor are in impeccable taste, kudos tot eh interior decorator and the architect. Everyone of the hotel staff are proficient in Spanish, include the giant of…
Intercontinental Chicago
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Magnificent Mile
505 N Michigan Ave
Chicago,
IL
60611
Michelle B. writes: Yep, the hotel was nice. My room was nice. The people were nice. Everything was nice.
The hotel has two towers. One is newer and "nice" and the other tower (obviously, not the one I stayed in *pout*) is the historic tower and it is absofreakinglutly…
Harold Washington Library Center
Neighborhood: The Loop
400 South State Street
Chicago,
IL
60605
elizabeth n. writes: This library is gorgeous. It's a bit confusing navigating through the escalators and elevators but once you figure it out it is easy. I love the winter garden on the 9th floor as well- it's a gorgeous space and would be perfect for an event or a…
Omni Chicago Hotel
Neighborhood: Near North Side
676 N Michigan Ave
Chicago,
IL
60611
Elise M. writes: Absolutely amazing property.
My room is so beautiful, and the whole hotel is so luxe! Coming in late last night, with the snow falling, was magical.
More to come!!
Hotel Monaco
Neighborhood: The Loop
225 N Wabash Ave
Chicago,
IL
60601
MiRIAM w. writes: You might say I have a soft spot for Kimpton Hotels, and for Hotel Monaco in particular, seeing as how my favorite Washingtonian popped a very important question to me at the Hotel Monaco in San Francisco shortly before I moved to DC.
The Hotel Monaco…
Hazel
Neighborhood: North Center, Lakeview, Ravenswood
1902 W Montrose Ave
Chicago,
IL
60613
Katarina X. writes: I can't get enough of this creative little shop: They are a tremendous asset to me, my family, my dog and yes, even the community! Did you forget a birthday? Mother's Day? Anniversary? New Baby? Last-minute invite? This store has you covered!…
Hotel Burnham
Neighborhood: The Loop
1 W Washington St
Chicago,
IL
60601
MiRIAM w. writes: The marble walls and ceiling and the ornamental metal elevator grills of the Hotel Burnham will be impressive to the architect in your life, should you choose to take him along on your stay here. He'll appreciate this adaptive reuse of a historic…
Scrapbook Source
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Old Town
557 W North Ave
Chicago,
IL
60610
andrea w. writes: I have absolutely no artistic ability and need to make a scrapbook for an upcoming special occasion. Some friends told me I should visit the Scrapbook Source and they would help me with my scrapbooking skills. I spent an hour there today and I was…
W Hotels Chicago
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River East
644 N Lake Shore Dr
Chicago,
IL
60611
Nish N. writes: Now this is what a hotel experience should be about. When I checked in, Front Desk Jen asked me about my flight and taxi ride in, had my room all ready.
And the room itself was terrific - king-size bed, a plasma tv, nice modern accents, and slick…
Conte Di Savoia
Neighborhood: University Village
1438 W Taylor St
Chicago,
IL
60607
Rob L. writes: I used to work down the street and I still think about their tasty subs! This is a great little Italian import shop. Some great meats, cheeses, canned goods, pastas, bread, espressos and if you can't find it, just ask, they probably have it hidden.…
Ashkenaz Jewish Style Deli
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Gold Coast
12 E Cedar St
Chicago,
IL
60611
teresa-licious a. writes: This is, by far, the best meal I've had all week in Chi-town, even though this was not an authentic Jewish deli. And how does a Catholic Vietnamese gal know this?? Because my mouth-watering pastrami sandwich was served with cream cheese and chives.…
WhirlyBall
Neighborhood: Bucktown
1880 W Fullerton Ave
Chicago,
IL
60614
Giovanna B. writes: Oh man... I love, love, LOVE Whirly Ball! I never heard of it until I moved out here to the Midwest. This bumper-car/lacrosse hybrid brings out the kid in all of us, and having a few drinks before/after helps some ;) I'll be honest with you though,…
Westin Chicago River North
Neighborhood: The Loop
320 N Dearborn St
Chicago,
IL
60610
Anne d. writes: Another fine Westin property. I especially enjoyed drinks at the bar where the bartenders surely found my group to be a bit boisterous...my girls from South Carolina and Georgia can be a bit out of hand. I stayed here 3 years in a row during the…
All She Wrote
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park, DePaul
825 W Armitage Ave
Chicago,
IL
60614
andrea w. writes: They really do have absolutely beautiful paper and invites in this store. The staff is super friendly and although I've yet to purchase anything here I've come close many times. It's also a great place to purchase little gifts (especially this…
Cape Cod Room
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Streeterville
140 E Walton St
Chicago,
IL
60611
Rachel W. writes: I'm torn. I want to give this place five stars because it was the location of an amazing, fun date with the boyfriend. He picked a very 'special' , high-end place in an effort to take his lady out on the town and give me an excuse to wear a "hawt"…
Kasia's Polish Delicatessen
Neighborhood: Ukrainian Village
2101 W Chicago Ave
Chicago,
IL
60622
Kelly M. writes: I have very mixed feelings about this place. Now, I brought this home for grandma and she seemed content with the czernina (if you don't know what that is, don't ask, you'll want to gag :)), and the cabbage rolls. so ok, two stars. But they didn't…
Adler Planetarium
Neighborhood: Near Southside
1300 S Lake Shore Dr
Chicago,
IL
60605
Astronomer Joe .. writes: Well, I'm rather biased in favor of the Adler Planetarium, as I am a Telescope/Observatory Operator there.
I think that these reviews are an important tool to help make the Adler bigger and better to all visitors. Recently, we dedicated a new…
Union League Club
Neighborhood: The Loop
65 W Jackson Blvd
Chicago,
IL
60604
elizabeth n. writes: What a nice place for an event! I attended a charity dinner here at the Union League Club and was very impressed! There was a cocktail hour on one floor, and then you had to move upstairs to the ballroom for dinner. The ballroom is very pretty-…
Newberry Library
Neighborhood: Near North Side
60 W Walton St
Chicago,
IL
60610
Michelle B. writes: It has rooms full of books? FIVE STARS!!!!
Clearly, I'm not very picky when it comes to libraries, but damn, this is one of the most beautiful libraries I've ever been to. I don't necessarily need a dramatic staircase to take me up to the books but…
White Linen Catering
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Old Town
449 W North Ave
Chicago,
IL
60614
andrea w. writes: I threw my boyfriend a surprise 30th bday party last night and the hardest part of the party planning was finding a good yet inexpensive caterer. I searched the yelp pages for an answer to my problem and came across a few different caterers. I had…
Enjoy: An Urban General Store
Neighborhood: Lincoln Square, Ravenswood
4727 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago,
IL
60625
Robert F. writes: Another great reason to visit Lincoln Square. This place is jam packed with fun unique little gifts for anyone on your list. I say unique because you honestly can't find a lot of this stuff anywhere else in the glut of "unique stuff" shops across…
Olive Mountain
610 Davis St
Evanston,
IL
60201
Dee W. writes: Yes - a five star review from me and what put them up to five stars? Our waitor was really awesome - when he found out that it was our first time here, he was super friendly and suggested some great recs, and as Mr. Slapnuts (the fiance) put it,…
Amalfi Hotel
Neighborhood: Near North Side
20 W Kinzie St
Chicago,
IL
60610
Brian B. writes: i gotta be honest, my bullshit detector was twitching when i learned that the folks at the front desk are not 'clerks' but 'experience consultants'. think of the amalfi as a 'mini-w hotel'. it's hip and comfortable and (unlike the w maybe) an…
twoSided
Neighborhood: Lakeview
2958 N Clark St
Chicago,
IL
60657
Katie H. writes: I want to live in this store. I could easily decorate my entire apartment with some truly ingenous pieces from this place, and for cheap!
I am currently in love with a stack of 5 antique suitcases in descending sizes that I want to display in my…
Dan Gin Photography
Chicago,
IL
60608
Dee W. writes: I love Dan's photography! When our first wedding photographer cancelled on us, I immediately contacted Dan and he was super helpful and friendly and his portfolio is amazing, fun, and intimate all in one.
Unfortunately for us, Dan was already booked…
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