Delray Farms
Neighborhood: Edgewater

5205 N Broadway St
Chicago, IL 60640

Rory G. writes: I would not recommend buying your meet or dairy products here but they do have a large selection of produce.  The fruit is almost always better than the vegetables and the prices are reasonable.  Although this is a hispanic produce store I was very…

Jewel Food Stores
Neighborhood: Montclare

2520 N Narragansett Ave
Chicago, IL 60639

Nancy K. writes: This location is new (they tore down the old one and is where Kmart use to be) and convenient to pick-up a few things but not my favorite.  It's on the small side, parking is good -- compared to Dunning locale.  It has a TCF and pharmacy

Corner Bakery Cafe
Neighborhood: The Loop

56 W. Randolph
Goodman Theatre
Chicago, IL 60602

George K. writes: NO JOKE, I'm not kidding!  This Corner bakery cafe is NOT on the corner!  What's up with that?  Who did this? Check for yourself, every corner bakery cafes are located on the corner but not this one?
You read my review about Marshall Field's? People…

Corner Bakery Cafe
Neighborhood: The Loop

35 E Monroe St
Chicago, IL 60603

Caroline A. writes: They have Mighty Leaf tea.  How can I complain?

I met a friend for an early morning breakfast.  I was tired, groggy and barely awake.  The the sight of pumpkin muffins, chocolate muffins and croissants made my eyes open WIDE. The staff is very nice,…

Joyful's Cafe

2758 Maple Ave
Downers Grove, IL 60515

Ellen M. writes: Stopped in today to pick up dessert to bring to our friends' place.  Grabbed a bagful of brownies, raspberry and apple bars, tiny esclairs and cream puffs, and chocolate mousse cake.  They also offer small chocolate ganache cakes, tortes, and other…

White Hen Pantry
Neighborhood: The Loop

200 N Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60601

Mike P. writes: Feel like a sandwich for lunch but don't want to wait in line at Potbelly's or Subway?  Go to White Hen.  I think the sandwiches will surprise you, as well as the price.

Starbucks

8021 S Harlem Ave.
Burbank, IL 60459

Issa K. writes: Well for starters I frequently go to this starbucks just becuase its so close to my house, the coffee is ok caffe mocha is my preferred choice, I would stay away from the cakes and sweets just cuz theres usually a little stale by the time I get to…

Hunan Market

673 N Cass Ave
Westmont, IL 60559

Jay K. writes: Small Chinese grocery next to Katy's Dumpling House.  Limited produce, meat and seafood selection, however they do have two large tanks housing live bass $7.99/lb and carp.  Bought a package of 100ct green tea bags (7oz)  for $2.99 to make iced green…

Savories
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

1651 N Wells St
Chicago, IL 60610

Holly M. writes: Savories reminds me of those granola-ish cafes you'd find on your college campus - old blankets thrown over couches, magazines scattered over mismatched tables, etc., but the food is good and all homemade. I've only been once, (and probably…

Atlas Cafe
Neighborhood: Logan Square

3028 W Armitage Ave
Chicago, IL 60647

Shawn S. writes: OK, I just moved into the neighborhood and Atlas is less than 100 feet from my front door.  Perfect, right?  So I had to check it out.  On moving day, I was starving around lunch time, so I went in to grab a burger.  It was just OK...a little gray.…

Carniceria Ruiz
Neighborhood: Avondale

3001 N. Kedzie Ave
Chicago, IL 60618

jason t. writes: decent little family-run corner grocery, cleaner & better-stocked than most stores of it's size. good meat counter, so-so produce.

Jamba Juice

15159 S La Grange Rd
Orland Park, IL 60462

Sandra M. writes: Thsi is an okay place for fruit smoothies and such. Recently I tried the new all-fruit mango and it was pretty bad. It wasnt sweet enough and kind of tasteless. Strawberries wild is much better.Their prices are rather high too.

Carniceria Tianguis
Neighborhood: Logan Square

2722 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60647

Craig B. writes: People bitch about not having a grocery store in Logan Square, but they must not be looking too hard.  Supermercado Tianguis is an actual urban-grocery-- you don't have to walk through a parking lot to get to it on foot-- a rarity in Chicago.  Sure…

Andersson's Kitchen and Bakery
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

2060 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60614

Nancy K. writes: Newly opened European-style bakery.  Over 100 fresh baked goods daily.  Serves Metropolis coffee.  Good coffee and cookies (all we had on our trip).  Love the carafes filled with water and lemon on the tables, small dining area.

Soon to have bicycle…

Super Food Inc
Neighborhood: Edgewater

1049 W Bryn Mawr Ave
Chicago, IL 60660

Jillianne M. writes: I flipping love this little grocery store!!!  Anything you forgot at the Jewel, or the Dominicks? This place has it!  And its inexpensive too!  They have an excellent selection of beers and liquors, and a great place to stop by if you need to get…

San Miguel Bakery Inc
Neighborhood: North Center, Lakeview, Ravenswood

1834 W Montrose Ave
Chicago, IL 60613

Tiffany M. writes: Wow!  What a find!  Dirt cheap and yum yummy.  This is a true Mexican bakery, open long hours, making lots of breads for Mexican restaurants around town, and baking up tray after tray of traditional Mexican pastries.  This is not the place to find…

M W Food & Liquor
Neighborhood: Bucktown

1950 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60647

Keith C. writes: When I lived near here, I was always impressed by their quality cornerman services. These are the kind of guys who will not only specially order your brand of cigarettes, but have them for you the next day. That's service. They feature the usual…

T Spot Sushi and Tea Bar
Neighborhood: North Center

3925 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60613

Chiara F. writes: I moved to the neighborhood 5 months ago and it was not until recently that I realized T Spot was not a coffee shop or a bar, but actually a sushi joint.  I think that the logo screams "coffee shop" while the decor screams "bar".  If I hadn't…

Three Tarts Bakery Cafe

301 Happ Rd
Northfield, IL 60093

Melissa M. writes: This place is the epitome of "North Shore." On one occasion I was horrified to find myself awash in a sea of Lilly Pulitzer capri-ed blond soccer moms. It's a ladies who lunch kind of place, which is quite funny since their baked goods overshadow…

Cafe Society
Neighborhood: Near Southside

1801 S Indiana Ave
Chicago, IL 60616

Christine S. writes: I really love this place and it's only 2 blocks from my place so I will definately be going there again. The service is a bit slow, but you can't beat sitting outside listening to music and eating a great breakfast and esprsso. What a gem!

Joe & Franks Market
Neighborhood: Garfield Ridge

7147 W Archer Ave
Chicago, IL 60638

Azulina N. writes: Small, local market specializing in Polish/Eastern European groceries.  The deli/butcher section has very good meats and some unusual choices, all at very good prices, but if you're here on a weekend, it's hectic.  Know what you want before you get…

Geetha Foods & Gifts

4041 Main St
Skokie, IL 60076

Jacob J. writes: Ethnic groceries, particularly Indian.  You'd find the groceries being more south Indian.
They've got vegetables typically used in Indian cooking, frozen goods, spices, etc.  Also have an assortment of Indian movies on DVD and VHS.  VHS are a $1, you…

Maple Lake Wine and Spirits

8801 W 95th St
Palos Hills, IL 60465

Michelle H. writes: The only true liquor store in the area, unless you count the selection at the local grocery store down the street.  The prices here are fair, and have a large selection of common brand liquors.  This is the kind of place to stock up for a party, not…

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

512 Orland Square Dr
Orland Park, IL 60462

Michelle H. writes: I know there is no such thing as bad chocolate.  But I rate the chocolate here as only a 4 on a ten point scale from a recovering chocoholic.  The dark chocolate is just way to bitter, and the white chocolate tastes too sweet.  They do offer a large…

Carnival Foods
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

458 W Dickens Ave
Chicago, IL 60614

marissa d. writes: Ahhh, yes - my neighborhood grocery store. Carnival Foods is one of those smaller, independent grocery stores so the fact that they don't have a huge selection is to be expected. That being said, it is kind of cute in that neighborhoody sort of way.…

Dunkin Donuts
Neighborhood: Bridgeport

2477 S Archer Ave
Chicago, IL 60616

S. C. writes: Nothing special but I'd rate it as one of the friendlier, better-priced Dunkin Donuts in the area.

Torrefazione Italia
Neighborhood: The Loop

30 N La Salle St Lbby 1
Chicago, IL 60602

Vito R. writes: I just found out that Starbucks did the same thing to this place that the Romans did to the Etruscans.  As Rome grew in size and power, she attacked and conquered the Etruscan cities one-by-one.  They failed to unite, and so were thus swallowed.…

Emerald Loop
Neighborhood: The Loop

216 N Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60601

Kelly M. writes: I like this place for happy hour, but can't give it more than 3 stars because there really wasn't anything that stood out about it.  I didn't notice the drinks being particularly strong, and the waitress was a little slow, but it was fairly crowded…

Starbucks

3330 Central St.
Evanston, IL 60201

Tracy I. writes: Yes folks, its a Starbucks.  Expect all the usual Starbuckian things.  

This location has a drive thru and wifi.  

And some really sweet, patient girls that work behind the counter that don't mind helping a picky 6 year old boy find something suitable…

Massa
Neighborhood: University Village

1218 South Halsted Street
Chicago, IL 60607

Mia S. writes: I've eaten at the Massa in Elmwood Park a handful of times with my family so I was excited that they were opening one up in an area I visit frequently.  Massa is first and foremost a gelateria and secondly an Italian cafe.  

The gelato is pretty…

La Luna
Neighborhood: Belmont Central

6209 W. Diversey Avenue
Chicago, IL 60639

Nancy K. writes: Very nice little bakery with an in house kitchen, that opened about two months ago.  You start off by going to the counter and pick-up a tray and tongs, then make your own choices.  All of the items are described in Spanish, we needed help with some.…

Kim's Grocery
Neighborhood: Rogers Park

11401 Bosworth Ave
Chicago, IL 60606

kenny f. writes: This place is great for buying Korean foodstuff.  The staff doesn't speak much English but it doesn't really matter since they take cash and CC.  Money talks!  Hard to find good Kimchi and other lesser known South Korean ingredients in Chicago but…

McChesney & Miller Grocery & Market

460 Crescent Blvd
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Robyn C. writes: A small, cramped Centrella frequented by the elderly/locals in Glen Ellyn who believe it to be quaint.  Why the 3-star rating then?  Their meat counter, which is exceptional.  Real butchers, real quality meats cut to your specifications.  Go for…

Starbucks Coffee
Neighborhood: The Loop

209 W Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL 60606

Matt W. writes: What do you call a schizophrenic coffee shop? Give up? This Starbucks!

Like someone suffering from mental illness, this Starbucks has good days and bad days. I feel like the drama-worn parent here, making excuses when this metaphorical child of mine…

Global Grounds Cafe
Neighborhood: Douglas, Bronzeville

3201 S State Street
McCormick Tribune Campus Center, IIT
Chicago, IL 60616

sairam n. writes: Nice place to hangout,
best barista's you can ever get and the positive attitude and energy makes every customer feel good....
Music is set according to the time,
I bet you , check it out when it is busy still the drinks are the same.
I would say the…

Scoops & More

110 W Park Ave
Elmhurst, IL 60126

Erica i. writes: Well, conisdering I know the owners, I am a little biased.
I liked the ice cream selection. Its not overpriced ,and the cone is a decent size. Being lactose intolerant, I was glad to see that they had sorbet. And delicious sorbet at that!
Great place…

Starbucks
Neighborhood: The Loop

40 W. Lake St
Chicago, IL 60601

Amy H. writes: This is my favorite Starbucks.  It's located in the Leo Burnett Building, which is easily accessible for me via the pedway.  It's perfect for cold winter mornings!

The employees are always smiling and having fun.  I'm not kidding.  They really are!…

Bom Bon Americano Bakeshop & Cafe
Neighborhood: Near North Side

1000 N. Clark St
Chicago, IL 60610

Katherine M. writes: You got a sweet tooth? This place is for you!

From cookies, cupcakes, pastries, parfaits - it's all great.  The problem with this place is trying to decide what to order. After much consideration I ordered a strawberry parfait, layers of whipped…

Black Koffee
Neighborhood: Rogers Park

6560 N Sheridan Rd
Chicago, IL 60626

joanne y. writes: i go to loyola university and on the lake shore campus, there isn't much to do.  or maybe i just think that because i don't live on campus but i don't think that is the case.
i found this little gem while walking to beck's bookstore and went in for…

Starbucks
Neighborhood: Scottsdale, Ashburn

7788 S Cicero Ave
IL 60459

Shawn C. writes: I go back and forth with this Starbucks. The employees are always friendly and smiling each and every day. Plus it's a on a very busy corner and with a drive thru they move those lines like there is no tomorrow.

The only downside is every so often I…