Michael Anthony Salon
Neighborhood: Near North Side

1001 W North Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Erin B. writes: I went to the salon on Lincoln/Ashland/Belmont intersection.  I actually was treated by my Valentine, so over spring break, I decided to collect on it!  I was nervous as I didn't do my homework before coming here, but everything went great.  I…

Caffe De Luca
Neighborhood: West Garfield Park

7427 W. Madison Avenue
Forest Park, IL 60130

Robert R. writes: This place is great. I went there with my girlfriend and the service was outstanding. The server was very knowledgeable about wine and totally hooked us up with something that complimented both of our meals. I suggest the calamari and the ravioli is…

Dinkel's Bakery
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3329 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

Maggie B. writes: Even though I grew up near Swedish Bakery, and lived around the corner from Lutz (in "Lutz Valley") Dinkel's is the bakery I used to go to with my dad when I was a kid, and all the German ladies who worked there would give me cookies and speak to me…

Cafe Con Leche
Neighborhood: Logan Square

2714 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60647

Mark S. writes: This is one of those places you come to for the entire experience. Yeah, it is a great place to have some super sweet and creamy cafe con leche, sure.  Yeah, the foods yummy too.  Yeah, the sidewalk seating on that busy stretch of Milwaukee gives you…

The Silver Room
Neighborhood: Wicker Park

1442 N. Milwaukee Avenue
Chicago, IL 60622

Lindsay N. writes: Every time I walk in this store, I always tell myself that I am just looking and I can't afford to buy something. And every time, I find something AMAZING and literally loose all power of reason and buy the item. No joke. I'm not like that normally,…

Melting Pot
Neighborhood: Near North Side

609 N Dearborn
Chicago, IL 60610

Andrea R. writes: What is that smell? Oh wait, it's my hair from last night's dinner at Melting Pot. Perhaps it's time for another shower?

Despite coming out of this place pretty smelly and being a national chain I've always been a fan of Melting Pot. They give you a…

Salpicon
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Old Town

1252 N Wells St
Chicago, IL 60610

Steve G. writes: As I write this review, I must note that I have just been notified by email that I am a winner of the U.K. Lottery, and now have 17 million pounds waiting for me to claim it.  When I first ate at Salpicon, I was not nearly this rich.  I suppose this…

Brown Elephant Resale Store
Neighborhood: Wicker Park

1459 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Brandon B. writes: Sure its not as big as the other locations but....it's not the other locations!  The staff are just as freindly and the spirit is just as big.  A little bit hard to find (no big signs) and you have to drive by a couple times, and pretty much no close…

The Bagel Restaurant & Deli

50 Old Orchard Shopping Ctr
Skokie, IL 60077

Liz M. writes: Mish-Mash soup is the largest form of Jewish penicillin known to man!

Let me explain...Mish-Mash soup is served in a bowl, the size of the family-size, salad bowl, and it contains a Matzo Ball, Egg Noodles, Kreplach (Jewish meat ravioli) Rice, Kasha…

Portillo's Hot Dogs

1500 Butterfield Rd
Downers Grove, IL 60515

Andy D. writes: Okay, let's get this straight. Portillo's hot dogs are a Chicago institution.

When you're starving and you want to binge, here's what you do. Italian beef with cheddar cheese and hot giardeneira. If you don't know what it is, its Italian for spicy…

Northerly Island

1400 S. Lynn White Drive
Chicago, IL 60605

Justin W. writes: Frankly, I don't care about the politics.  That's neither here, nor there for the rating of this establishment.

I love this place, especially when opening acts come on as the sun goes down and the headliner comes on at night.  I've seen 311 here twice…

Thai Village
Neighborhood: Ukrainian Village

2053 W Division St
Chicago, IL 60622

Izzy N. writes: Definently not the greatest thai food I've had but it sufficed. I was starving after doing a shoot and wanted to eat ASAP! This was more out of convenience, we were close by and just had to drive down a little and walk, I wasn't in the mood to drive…

Carson's Ribs & Steaks Downtown
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

612 N Wells St
Chicago, IL 60610

Jeff W. writes: Execellent meaty ribs were served with a small carafe of warm BBQ sauce (nice touch!). Coleslaw was fresh and wasn't soupy or vinegar-tasting. I thought the service was great. Our waiter was there the moment the thought popped into my head. And he…

Heaven On Seven
Neighborhood: Near North Side

600 N. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611

Dave S. writes: This was the first time I was here at this particular location as I have been to the one in Naperville before.  This place did not disappoint me one single bit!

Our waiter was really good.  He was friendly and attentive.  He was not over the top…

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant
Neighborhood: Near North Side

41 E Chestnut St
Chicago, IL 60611

Arnab M. writes: I was in Chicago on business, so I didn't have to pay for this expensive, but absolutely delicious meal. Great mahi mahi and shrimp, and I can't remember the dessert I ordered but it was really good too. Excellent service, and they had a pianist…

Corner Bakery
Neighborhood: The Loop

233 S Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601

Vanessa M. writes: We ordered 28 of their sandwich boxed lunches from this location.  The boxes were $9.50 a piece and included: the sandwich, side of pasta salad, side of fruit salad, bag of chips and a cookie.  They were more than perfect and everyone came away quite…

Hubbard & State Cigar Shop Ltd
Neighborhood: Near North Side

6 W Hubbard St
Chicago, IL 60610

Nicoletta R. writes: This place always has the brands I'm looking for at an acceptable price, always has a friendly person behind the counter, and sometimes, if I'm really lucky, somebody will tell me a really funny joke on the way out.

It's a little cozy and often…

Up Down Cigar Shop
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Old Town

1550 N Wells St
Chicago, IL 60610

Andy M. writes: I have visited the Up Down Cigar shop three or four times, and every visit has a different vibe. The employee's are quite helpful and the selection is good. There are always top notch cigars on sale at a decent price. I highly recommend the humidor…

Aria
Neighborhood: The Loop

200 N Columbus Dr
Chicago, IL 60601

elizabeth n. writes: I had heard that Aria had really good food, but I wasn't expecting it to be as good as it was!  I went for lunch with my mom, and we enjoyed every minute of it.  It is located in the Fairmont Hotel, so you know it's a classy place, and the service is…

Pet Supplies Plus
Neighborhood: Norwood Park

5435 N Harlem Ave
Chicago, IL 60656

Kelly l. writes: Good store, good things. Same old same old? NO, I love my dog and don't want to feed her that PetSmart commercial sh*t. Surprisingly this store has some of the best holistic food for your dog.

Maurice Lenell Cooky Company

4474 N Harlem Ave
Norridge, IL 60706

Ellen M. writes: Listen up folks, cookies.  Plural for "cooky" - a word nearly as cute as my infant son's little buttcheeks.  It makes me insane.

Every Maurice Lenell cooky is slightly stale right out of the oven.  I don't know how they get them that way, but they've…

Big Lots

7215 W Dempster St
Niles, IL 60714

Kathy R. writes: Didn't realize this, but Big Lots is awesome for toy shopping!  Seriously.  They've got a good selection (brands like Fisher Price, Playskool, Sesame Street stuff...) and the prices rival Target and/or Walmart.  Aisles are too narrow b/c they're…

Galleria Market
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

340 W Superior St Apt 612
Chicago, IL 60610

Kim W. writes: I work right next door to the Galleria.  There aren't too many choices in this area to get a quick bite, but they do a pretty good job (IMHO).  Today I had the buffalo turkey wrap.  It was really good.  I also love their chicken curry croissant and…

Village Theatre
Neighborhood: Near North Side

1548 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60610

Design G. writes: Gotta love it. Seriously.  It has character, cheap prices (seniors and students are loved and welcome) and somehow manages to avoid becoming a haven for trashy people... plays current/popular films and I wish they would bring back their midnight…

Cy's Steak & Chop House
Neighborhood: North Center

4138 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60618

John L. writes: Minister:  "Do you like garlic?"

Parish:  "YES!"

Minister:  "Do you like soft, olive oiled ROASTED GARLIC?"

Parish:  "YES!!!!!"

Even if you're a vegetarian, visit Cy's if for nothing more than the bread and soft, supple roasted garlic that you can spread…

Benihana Restaurant

150 N Milwaukee Ave
Wheeling, IL 60090

Heather J. writes: At the Wheeling location they have $2 sushi rolls from 12-2pm on Saturdays and Sundays - so good and the price is right!

Jaffa Bagels
Neighborhood: The Loop

225 N Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60601

Filly G. writes: Ba-gawk!!!

I like 'em real thick 'n juicy, so make that turkey double. SWEET MOTHER OF GOD I'm in trouble, beggin' for a piece of that turkey (mixed, thank you very much) on a French roll doused in turkey juice with lettuce, tomatoes, mayo, and swiss…

Beyond the Limit
Neighborhood: Dunning

7316 W Irving Park Rd
Norridge, IL 60706

Nancy K. writes: Nice "indie" store -- has  unique, cool stuff

Pizzeria Ora
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

545 N LaSalle St
Chicago, IL 60610

Jookie K. writes: El Blanco, thin crust.  DO IT.

It's cheesy, just-salty-enough, buttery-crusted goodness.

Schlegl's Bakery & Cafe
Neighborhood: North Park

3334 W Foster Ave
Chicago, IL 60625

Rozen U. writes: I am SO addicted to their Hazelnut coffee! Yum! I also love the friendly staff and all the delicious looking pastries and cakes! This place is my favorite place to get coffee.

Neo
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

2350 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60614

Justin V. writes: "I am bored to tears with touching my own penis."

"Where are you going to find someone to touch your penis for you at 3:15am?"

"Let's go to Neo."

"Good point."

... no, really.  I've had this conversation.

Westfield Shoppingtown Old Orchard

34 Old Orch Shoppng Ctr
Skokie, IL 60077

Athena C. writes: Not sure what Chicagoland's obsession is with outdoor malls due to the climate here BUT sure is nice to stroll around in the summertime!  The lush landscaped grounds are beautiful to look at and the store selection is pretty serious!  This is not my…

Bottom Lounge the
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3206 N Wilton Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

jose g. writes: oh man, i miss it too. but isnt it opening back up?
oh wait, yes it is! 1375 west lake

Kitsch'n On Roscoe
Neighborhood: Roscoe Village

2005 W Roscoe St
Chicago, IL 60618

Ed U. writes: Gawd, I hate puns. I'm no fan of retro decor. And Rachael Ray is not a culinary role model for me probably because of her chirpy, often misplaced enthusiasm and burgeoning media empire. Yet, inexplicably, through some voodoo power of Hitleresque mind…

Kiss My K9

1640 Orrington
Evanston, IL 60201

James L. writes: Not sure if they're still around - I was in the neighborhood the other day and the store front is gone.

The Kerryman
Neighborhood: Near North Side

661 N Clark
Chicago, IL 60610

Kristin C. writes: I went to a law school mixer here on a recent Thursday night.  I don't think everyone was a lawyer or a law student but there were LOTS of business professionals getting their drink on.  All things seemed pretty status quo until some guy pointed at…

Sopraffina Marketcaffe
Neighborhood: The Loop

Aon Center - Retail Lobby Level
200 E Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60601

Esme W. writes: Great sandwich rolls and fresh veggies! I never feel full or unhealthy (like most lunch spots) after a lunch from Sopraffina.

A woman I work with had a lunch order mix-up for a meeting involving the CEO. She didn't find out that there was no food in…

Omni Orrington Hotel

1710 Orrington Ave Ste 3
Evanston, IL 60201

Keiko S. writes: Easily the best hotel in Evanston. Got an important guest coming into town? Put him/her here. The rooms (at least the ones I've seen) are slightly smaller than the Hilton on Maple Street, but they're clean, modern and beautifully decorated. Our…

Garcia's Restaurant
Neighborhood: Lincoln Square, Ravenswood

4749 N Western Ave
Chicago, IL 60625

Michael S. writes: Despite the shitty service, this food is so damn good, I'll be back. I'd even come back on a zoo-ish Sunday evening like tonight. But really, Garcia's could win shitty service prizes in any shitty service contest. Like,... you have to beg for water…

Timeless Toys
Neighborhood: Lincoln Square, Ravenswood

4749 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60625

Katarina X. writes: Yay! A place to take and to buy affordable gifts for my niece that don't include:
Prerequistes for Addiction: Pokemon, Beanie Babies,
Exposed thong underwear: Aspiring-stripper Bratz dolls,
No Underwear at all: bimbo tabloid fixtures Britney, Lindsey…