Suggestions for Retail near Chicago

Matt B. • May 27, 2013If you are gluten free, they've got a nice developing section dedicated to it. So far, the best selection I've seen in the city.

Matt A. • July 19, 2015Almost any book you could want, they have, whether new or old. The employees are awesomely helpful. One of the best bookstores I've been to

Hamid A. • December 5, 2023The staff here are super nice and professional 😊👍🏼Chocolate here is good and desert options are plenty.Hot chocolate for the winter 🥶Ice cream 🍨 in the summer Chocolate strawberry any time 😁

Melody L. • January 2, 2016Lovely furniture. Adore the cafe. Courtyard style. Gorgeous area. Food was good. Grilled cheese, cheeseburger and fries were delightful. Prices pretty good. Will be back.

Dina • September 24, 2013Everything looks so fresh and good! On sat I deff recommend getting here before noon for a better selection. Coming back to try the crepe stand.

Laura M. • May 6, 2018This is a beautiful store to look around in. This particular location is huge and the staff are eager to assist.

Jessica W. • July 21, 2018Great spot to try many different beers. The staff is friendly and amazing 😊

Lulu A. • May 5, 2014Dirk makes an awesome made to order tuna tartar. Ask for it with a smile. You won't be disappointed.

Mary K. • December 13, 2011Great people! Great place to shop for Pandora jewelry.

Daniel L. • September 19, 2018What a beautiful store in an even more beautiful location. Worth taking a visit inside just to have a look!

Chris S. • November 14, 2016Delightful gifts, knickknacks and folk art pieces in the gift shop reward anyone willing to walk a few blocks north of the main drag in Andersonville. The plant selection also ranks among the best.

Hilary J. • November 11, 2013The South Loop Tasting Room ALWAYS has amazing beers on tap and a great selection of rare whiskies to try. Definitely an underrated bar in Chicago.

Lia W. • February 16, 2013Obsessed with this store.. And when they have sales you will clean up nicely! Great staff, too!

Shai C. • April 6, 2012Their annual sale is the BEST!!!! Sign up for their mailing list!

Michelin Travel & Lifestyle • August 2, 2011The helpful staff here encourage browsing, and kids can play with toys set out for them in the excellent children's section. -- Green Guide Editor

The Food's H. • May 25, 2015Everything! They grill your meats while you shop. What more can you ask for. Competitive catering prices as well. Large organic section

Xinnie • April 4, 2018So good to have a hmart in downtown Chicago, albeit it being much smaller than the Niles location. It is as good as it gets 😆

Lucretia • November 19, 2012Cute stuff, very nice staff. Sometimes a little bit expensive, but a well-curated collection.

Chicagoist • February 8, 2017Open Books isn't your average used bookstore. It has a selection of 50,000 books—10,000 of those dedicated to children and teens. Its location in the West Loop is clean, well-organized and sprawling.

Jabbara P. • July 3, 2012They know their plants. Family owned business. It looks like they been here for years. Great prices.

Nikolas S. • February 20, 2010Ask for "Ben the Beer Guy" and have him put you on the Binny's Ivanhoe Castle Beer Mail list. Great insider newsletter, and invites to tasting events, pairings, etc.

Autumn C. • March 5, 2022Love their pies and selection of fresh sauces/dips. Great selection of spices as well

Anderson V. • February 13, 2017The guac is fantastic. They make it fresh for you with the ingredients you like. They also have a pretty good selection of cheese on the second floor.

Bill M. • December 28, 2015Great shopping and fresh food. Love the Pizza and the pasta at La Pasta.

McBragg • August 31, 2015One of the largest selections of bottled beer in Chicago. More than 900. They also have a bar with many great tap selections.

Knick B. • December 26, 2018They have an extensive selection of beer, wine, and liquor here. Also, a walk in humidor is directly to the right of the front door, don't miss it!

Nick F. • October 27, 2015One of the best Whole Foods I have seen. It has a real bar where you can order a drink and watch football

Christy Z. • October 27, 2012Great opportunity to sample local wines and try before you buy on the weekend. Some great prices here too.

Patrick B. • June 24, 2016The salad bar is excellent, although a little pricey (surprise!)