Costco 387

1375 N Meacham Rd
Schaumburg, IL 60173

Joyce A. writes: I spend too much money here- otherwise I would have given it all 5 stars- heck, it gets most of my money so I'm withholding SOMETHING! There are some things that you get here that I can's find anywhere else.  For all of you chocoholics- they have…

Big & Tall Casual Male

1400 E Golf Rd
Schaumburg, IL 60173

I Q. writes: well the name says it all, if you're a big and tall male, then go here and shop for the perfect clothes!  I saw their display window, the clothes were pretty nice and fashionable for all ages!

Woodharbor Home
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

Merchandise Mart
222 N. Merchandise Mart Plaza
Chicago, IL 60686

Ren H. writes: This is one of the few places in the merchandise mart that is open to the public!  Its also enormous!  Its got over 95,000 square feet of showcase room and over 25 kitchen and bath boutiques with all sorts of famous designers.  They've got really…

The Garland Building
Neighborhood: The Loop

111 N. Wabash Avenue
Chicago, IL 60602

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Today's Chicago Woman
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River East

150 E Huron St Ste 1225
Chicago, IL 60611

Rhonda G. writes: I like finding out new information about the city, and especially womens issues and working women in the city. All of this for free?
I like it! They also include fashion, restaurants, a few business related events, and a biographical profile on a…

Clive Christian
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

Merchandise Mart
222 N. Merchandise Mart Plaza
Chicago, IL 60686

Ren H. writes: This store has some of the most beautiful pieces of furniture I've ever seen.  It is all handmade in England and you can order any piece individually which is nice since a lot of the places in the mart are for designers and even wholesale.

Smartrooms
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

222 Merchandise Mart
Ste 119
Chicago, IL 60654

Ren H. writes: This is the coolest looking store in the mart.. it just makes you want to go in and wander around.  As the name suggests, they've got a lot of wood items and fixtures and they can really make a home look classy

Valcucine Chicago
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

Merchandise Mart
222 N. Merchandise Mart Plaza
Chicago, IL 60686

Ren H. writes: Another fabulous kitchen place in the mart!  They make their products in a way that places the least stress on the environment and has the most functionality.  Most of the pieces are interchangeable and made from recycled material which alone is…

Sierra Club Illinois Chapter
Neighborhood: The Loop

200 N Michigan Ave Ste 505
Chicago, IL 60601

Camille O. writes: If there is to be any hope for saving the planet from the robber barons pushing globalization and ignoring global warming, then organizations such as the Sierra Club need our support.

Stop in at the Illinois chapter and see what's going on.  Volunteer…

Gold Coast Blade Runners
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Old Town

Gold Coast/Old Town
Chicago, IL 60686

A.S. V. writes: This is an elite group of roller bladers who patrol the streets, fighting crime, keeping ordinary tax paying citizens, tourists and shoppers safe from the baddies.

Wax on Wax off
Neighborhood: University Village

1039 W. Taylor Street
Chicago, IL 60607

Mimi W. writes: For a long time, Wax on Wax off was the only place I trusted to get my eyebrows threaded. They do a great job and the pricing is great. I discovered this place when I was a student at UIC (they offer a 10% off student discount!) I used to drive into…

US Post Office

4950 Madison Street
Skokie, IL 60076

Madeleine E. writes: Extremely convenient drive-up and thru post-box just next to the P.O. I always bring all my mail to this location. The service is exceptional and my local mail is regularly delivered the next day.

Barbara's Bestsellers
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River East

Northwestern Memorial Hospital
201 E. Huron Street
Chicago, IL 60611

Ingrid G. writes: You may or may not know that there is a Barbara's bookstore at Northwestern Memorial hospital.  Even though this location is smaller than their standard stores, they still carry a well thought out selection, and what they may lack in quantity they…

Taqueria Amigo Chino
Neighborhood: Portage Park

5601 W. Irving Park
Chicago, IL 60686

Tony C. writes: huge $1 tacos al pastor. whole baked fish (tilapia?). never had the chicken tacos, but the taco al pastor is one of the best bargains in town. not even sure if the al pastor is off the spit, but after stuffing 2 down your throat, it doesn't really…

A To Z House Cleaning

470 Kenilworth Ave Apt 16
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Anum A. writes: When they see say A to Z, they mean it. They have so many services for such low prices. Not only that, but their hours are flexible,so they won't come into your house when you don't want them to. Also, you can bring in your item that needs to be…

White Hen Pantry
Neighborhood: University Village

1524 W Taylor St
Chicago, IL 60607

Valerie S. writes: This is one of my favorite places on taylor.  It's my get what-ever you need place, whether is a pop, a sandwich, a salad, or even a bottle of wine.  The staff is super friendly.

Lands End Outlet

7205 W. Dempster Street
Niles, IL 60714

Alan R. writes: A great place for amazing bargains.  Khakis and Jeans for under $20, button down shirts for less than $10 and great selection of shorts, Polo's and jackets.  Also a really good children's section.  Very clean and organized store that doesn't feel…

Paris Ceramic's
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

222 Merchandise Mart Plz
Chicago, IL 60654

Ren H. writes: This is a really cute place for home decorations.  Its a little pricey but the designs are cool and the art is really high quality.

DVmatic Automated Rental machine
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

Merchandise Mart
222 N. Merchandise Mart Plaza
Chicago, IL 60686

Ren H. writes: This thing is so cool!  You can just slide your credit card, punch the number of the movie you want and it works just like a video store only you don't have to talk to anyone!  Its pretty cheap too, its $3 to rent a movie for 48 hours and $1.50 for…

Ahalya Stone
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

1382 The Merchandise Mart
Merchandise Mart
Chicago, IL 60654

Ren H. writes: This place is great!  Its got a lot of pieces made of stone. They make good gifts and good decorative pieces for your apartment.  The pieces are definitely unusual and can add a nice compliment to any room!

Hermes Custom Tailor and Dry Cleaning
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

Merchandise Mart
222 N. Merchandise Mart Plaza #221
Chicago, IL 60686

Ren H. writes: This is another convenient place to get some errands done in the mart.  They are very friendly here and ofer a variety of services.  Their prices are fairly reasonable and they work pretty fast!

B Dalton Bookseller
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

222 Merchandise Mart Plz
Ste 204
Chicago, IL 60654

Thane M. writes: As with most of the other smaller chain bookshops, you can safely ignore the actual book selection, unless you are looking for super-mainstream fiction or pyschology/self-help masquerading as philosophy. I like this place for the really extensive…

Christopher Peacock Cabinetry
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

Merchandise Mart
222 N. Merchandise Mart Plaza #148
Chicago, IL 60654

Ren H. writes: Really classic styles here and very sturdy!  They've got practical units and decorative pieces!  The staff is helpful and can help you choose something to suit your needs and budget

Bradford Systems
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

Merchandise Mart
222 N. Merchandise Mart Plaza
Chicago, IL 60654

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Real Estate Solutions
Neighborhood: Ravenswood, North Center

1940 W Montrose Ave
Chicago, IL 60613

Sylvia W. writes: If you are looking for professional, dedicated real estate agents, look no further then Real Estate Solutions. Sue Romano has been in the business a long time and she tells it like it is. No messing around! Sue and her team are dedicated to you and…

Awami Bazar

2340 W. Devon Avenue
Chicago, IL 60686

a w. writes: This meat shop and Indian grocer is really great. They have a huge, well-stocked store that is very well organized. The carry all those great Indian spices and lots of frozen meals as well. Check out their weekly specials some great deals!

Madrigal's Cafe
Neighborhood: Edgewater, Andersonville

5316 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60640

Sylvia W. writes: Ok- this place has the absolute HOTTEST male dancers ever. This is a "straight-friendly" bar in Andersonville that caters to the hip, hot gay scene. I have always felt welcome at Madrigals. Bring plenty of singles because these guys are beautiful.…

U B Fashions
Neighborhood: Roseland

11142 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60628

Lee-Han J. writes: It's an okay place. Good for belt shopping and finding little things for going out. They have good gym clothing..not brand name though.

Live & Learn the Latin School
Neighborhood: Near North Side

1527 N Dearborn Pkwy
Chicago, IL 60610

Sylvia W. writes: The classes offered at the Latin School Live and Learn program are so much fun. The offer anything from a pedway tour to cooking classes in someones' home. The prices are very reasonable...so if you do not enjoy the class, you haven't broken the…

Simply Fashions
Neighborhood: Roseland

400 E 103rd St
Chicago, IL 60628

Lee-Han J. writes: It's an okay store. Everything is cheap and looks cheap. Great for doing the night run abouts..like to the grocery store, getting gas.

You will find a treasure in this store somewhere if you look hard enough.

Luciano's on Rush
Neighborhood: Near North Side

871 N Rush St
Chicago, IL 60686

Doran C. writes: I tried Luciano's when I went to my cousin's wedding in Chicago awhile back. I just remember it being so good~. The steak was awesome, the atmosphere was great and the wine, tasty, no bitter. The whole Rush street scene was nice and seemed like a…

Career Vision

800 Roosevelt Road
Suite E200
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137

Andy P. writes: The Ball Foundation's Career Vision is a non-profit organization of career advisors who do their job scientifically. After booking an entire day to spend here, you'll be surveyed, tested, measured, and otherwise examined for two basic categories of…

Futon Air
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3154 North Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60657

bill s. writes: Honestly, I walked through the doors expecting to hate the place, but to my surprise I loved it. The reason I thought I would hate it, is due to the fact that I hate Futons. I think they are extremely uncomfortable and unnecessary. This place has so…

Kentucky Fried Chicken

4301 Indianapolis Blvd
East Chicago, IN 46312

Lee-Han J. writes: Not every KFC is the same..I like this one. For some strange reason it reminds me of being a country bumpkin when I'm in there. Maybe I just day dream alot when I went. ANywho...it's  clean, no loud mouths and same prices. Rarely they ask your area…

Doreen's Gourment Frozen Pizza
Neighborhood: Hegewisch

13248 S Baltimore Ave
Chicago, IL 60633

JESUS C. writes: Even though the pizza is frozen when you get it in the oven and on to your plate it's very good. It's seasoned, and very cute! Great for a date with a french theme. Come on use your imagination it is so good you will come back for more mmmm

Old Fashioned Donuts
Neighborhood: Roseland

11248 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60628

Pinaki S. writes: The chocolate donut was arguably the best I've ever had.

But what made this trip was not just the donut, but for two other prime reasons.

For one I've never been on the Southside other than Hyde Park and Chinatown; this really felt like I was another…

Cheetah Gym
Neighborhood: Wicker Park

1934 W North Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Justin V. writes: No one has ever made fun of me at this fine, fine (slightly cramped) temple to fitness, not even that time i got the Muscle Milk with the defective lid and was standing outside in a wifebeater looking like i wasn't strong enough to open a twist-cap.

I…

Dunkin Donuts
Neighborhood: Roseland

250 E 103rd St
Chicago, IL 60628

Lee-Han J. writes: It's attached to a Basin Robins....that's all I have to say. IT'S Good but I know they use some of the donuts from yesterday so I don't go there anymore for that. The coolatas yep!

Sunny Day Ice Cream

12440 S Ashland Ave
Calumet Park, IL 60827

Lee-Han J. writes: I like this place. The ice is alright and I thought the prices were a tiny tiny bit pricey but it was worth the trip and it was really hot the day I went!