Orbit Salon
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3481 N. Clark Street
Chicago, IL 60610

steve k. writes: Judith can cut some mean Asian hair.  I don't come here as often as I should and it usually shows when I end up looking like a squared off Asian punk.  Jude is who I always make an appointment with, she listens and won't do anything until you give…

Teuscher Chocolate of Switzerland
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Magnificent Mile, Streeterville

900 N Michigan Ave
5th Fl
Chicago, IL 60611

Caroline A. writes: This is a great place for any chocolate lover (such as myself).

The truffles are flown in once a week from Switzerland and are absolutely fantastic!  Beautiful presentation, wonderful staff and very cute gift items, this store is a great place to buy…

The Perfect Cup
Neighborhood: Lincoln Square, Ravenswood

4700 N Damen Ave
Chicago, IL 60625

carolynne r. writes: Well, I don't know how "perfect" it is, but the coffee ain't half bad and I had a sample of brownie that was to die for.  So what else do you need in life, right?

Menu options are limited, but the interior is small, funky & cute, & the girl behind the…

Swim Cafe
Neighborhood: Noble Square

1357 W. Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60622

Tina B. writes: Sunday, about 1 p.m.
Hmmm...French toast stuffed with pears and mmmmarscapone....
No lines, fuss or drama?
Ahhhh Swim Cafe!
One of my mostest favorites ever!

A super nice owner that remembers me from the last time I was there - even if that was seven or…

Toro Sushi
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

2546 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60614

Jenn Y. writes: The wait for a table at Toro made me violent. Somehow 30 minutes turned into an hour and forty minutes.

The insipid, empty-headed post-college trixies who sat next to us made me murderous. "Ewww raw fish! I just can't eat raw fish! Can I get a…

Clark Street Ale House
Neighborhood: Near North Side

742 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60610

Katie H. writes: I WILL NOT BE IGNORED!

Unless you're a 10, you will certainly know what it's like to be passed up at a busy bar counter. You're sitting there, bill in hand, with that silly expectant look on your face desperately trying to make eye contact with the…

HarvesTime Foods
Neighborhood: Lincoln Square, Ravenswood

2632 W Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60625

Lindley E. writes: For a brief few weeks this summer, Lincoln Square was my center of operations, and HarvesTime was my market, my multi-ethnic, produce-heavy, obscure-grocery carrying market. And, though it didn't have my fancy-dancy, hoity-toity organic and natural…

Bacino's of Lincoln Park
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

2204 N Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614

Kevin L. writes: I've said it before and I'll say it again.  The thing I miss most about not living in Chicagoland anymore is the deep dish pizza.  And places like Bacino's just bring back to me all of the reasons why I miss it so much.

Walking into this place,…

Metal Haven
Neighborhood: North Center

2003 W Montrose Ave
Chicago, IL 60618

Vaughn C. writes: For all things kvlt.

This store smells like a dirty gym sock and the owner stares you down underneath a hat that says DEATH FUCKING METAL. I wouldn't ask for anything more. Actually, scratch that. I'd kill to see more corpsepaint. Black seems to be a…

Mitsuwa Corporation

100 E Algonquin Rd
Arlington Heights, IL 60005

Keiko S. writes: Mitsuwa never fails to make me happy. Going here is like warping back to Japan; they have everything I'll ever need.

Most prominently, there's a large Japanese grocery store with all sorts of imported goods...including not only edible items, but also…

Tru
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River East

676 N St Clair Street
Chicago, IL 60611

Srini V. writes: One of the advantages of eating out in a large group is that one tends to get a range of perspectives on the dining experience, and that makes for interesting listening.  And one gets to try a larger subset of the menu than when you are dining as a…

Nisei Lounge
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3439 N Sheffield Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

John B. writes: It's a long time since there's been anything Nisei about Nisei Lounge. Ask Alice S -- her dad and uncles used to drink here when it truly was a Nisei hangout.

On the other hand, I have a different definition of "dive" than my fellow Yelpers. I told a…

Via Veneto Ristorante
Neighborhood: North Park

6340 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60659

Les S. writes: My wife and i really like this place.  It is one of our favorite Italian restaurants - nothing pretentious, just excellent food.  We especially like the homemade lasagna.  Our friend ordered the faggottini and it was terrific.  the prices are…

Armadillo's Pillow
Neighborhood: Rogers Park

6753 N Sheridan Rd
Chicago, IL 60626

Matthew C. writes: Great little bookstore, certainly my favorite in Rogers Park. Good variety and atmosphere. Don't believe what everyone says though, Rogers Park is not that scary or run down and this shop is a great compliment to the neighborhood.

Trader Joe's

25 N La Grange Rd
La Grange, IL 60525

Izzy N. writes: Why am I still thinking of you: pretzel nuggets filled with peanut butter???

You put me under a God Damn spell woman!

Gus's Shoe Repair
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

2361 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60614

Caroline A. writes: Gus is awesome!!  I got the bottoms of my heels replaced by him a few times now, and he never fails!  I have a few favorite shoes that I'm just not willing to give up, and when they come out of the shop, they almost look new again!

He is really…

Huey's Hot Dogs
Neighborhood: Andersonville, Edgewater

1507 W Balmoral Avenue
Chicago, IL 60640

John B. writes: So after living in Andersonville for 100 years, I finally dragged my butt over to Huey's for a dog and fries. I have no excuses. Huey's is just far enough from my house that I'm not going to drop in on a whim, like I did fairly regularly at the…

Northwestern Memorial Physicians Group
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River East

680 N Lake Shore Dr
Suite 810 & 815
Chicago, IL 60611

Stella Y. writes: Like all the other reviews! Outstanding practice.Mary-Ann Meyer, A.P.N - Advanced Practice Nurse, said it perfectly - East meet West office and doctor practice. I had a great experience of great, smart, caring, thorough, careful, and efficient timely…

Costco

999 N Elmhurst Rd
Mt Prospect, IL 60056

Nancy K. writes: I love this Costco.  Of the several I have been to, this is my favorite.  It is large and the staff and other customers are friendly.  Also, they have a gas station there -- cheaper than any other gas station.  It's a great destination insofar as…

Les Nomades
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River East

222 E Ontario St
Chicago, IL 60611

Brett D. writes: Je vous aime tres beaucoup, Les Nomades.

It may be romantic to speak in French idiom, but you only have to speak one language to truly enjoy the Les Nomades experience, and it's Food, not French. Be prepared for the apex in dining if you are lucky…

Carol's Cookies

1480 Old Deerfield Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035

Andrea R. writes: Dear Carol,

We have a serious problem.  It's great that you're so charitable and all, but please stop sending your cookies to all the charity benefits I attend.  I'm really trying to eat healthy and you're making it VERY difficult by tempting me with…

West Town Tavern
Neighborhood: Noble Square

1329 W Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60622

Matt L. writes: This a good place to take your grandparents or your republican friends. Don't get me wrong, I don't hate your grandparents, but a friend check might be in order.

So yeah, the food is very good, but I don't think it's anything that's going to make a…

Provenance Food and Wine
Neighborhood: Bucktown

2528 N California Ave
Chicago, IL 60647

Nancy K. writes: Updated 03.31.07

Prepared Sandwiches & Soups are here! Each week, we will be carrying a limited supply of premade foods by Sunday Dinner Club. SDC is run by 3 Chicago chefs who focus on local, seasonal & sustainable ingredients & their stuff is darn…

Pie Hole Pizza
Neighborhood: Lakeview

737 W Roscoe St
Chicago, IL 60657

Rocky B. writes: OMG what a great little place and I do mean little. You walk in and there is a counter where you order and it also has a few stools to sit down. The front window has a counter and stools and there are 4 small high tables to sit at as well.

The…

Kaze Sushi
Neighborhood: Roscoe Village

2032 W Roscoe
Chicago, IL 60618

Andrea R. writes: My search is over!!! Those of you who read my reviews know that I"m a serious sushi addict and for the past 9 years I've been trying to find the best sushi restaurant in Chicago.  Yes, Toro is amazing and I'll join anyone for a meal at Bob San any…

Tre Kronor
Neighborhood: North Park

3258 W Foster Ave
Chicago, IL 60625

John B. writes: Tre Kronor is everything a family run restaurant should be. It's cute and homey, the food is good, and the people are friendly. Oh, and the prices are terrific.

This Christmas, I went to their Julbord for the first time ever. Oh sweet lord. Julbord is…

Hot Tix
Neighborhood: The Loop

72 E Randolph Street
Chicago, IL 60686

George K. writes: SECRET IS OUT!  I heard about this place sell unused tickets or last minute deals.  What a deal!  Check out their website for daily ticket sales.  You can get tickets to many plays, musicals, special events like second city, blueman group, and much…

Specialty Video & Dvd
Neighborhood: Andersonville, Edgewater

5307 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60640

Hannah D. writes: This place needs some pussy.

Their adult section is probably about 90% gay male (and those who enjoy gay male porn) and 10% everyone else.  Which is fine, appealing to the clientle is all good with me.

They are very accommodating to their gay male…

Penzeys Spices

1138 Lake St
Oak Park, IL 60301

Nancy K. writes: Ditto.  Very good store for spices.

Bombon
Neighborhood: Pilsen

1508 W 18th St
Chicago, IL 60608

Azulina N. writes: The most amazing Mexican bakery in the world, I'm sure of it.  For any occasion that demands a cake, Bombon is my first choice.  I bought the Tres Leches con Caramelo for my mom's birthday, and she said, "When you get married, this is where we're…

Sinead Salon & Spa
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3416 N Sheffield Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

Amy L. writes: I went to Sinead beginning last year because it was one of the salons featured in the Pretty City deals for Oct. and because it is right by my apartment.  I went for my first Brazilian wax ever and ditto to the comments Pam P. made below. Janet does…

Kendall College - The Dining Room
Neighborhood: Goose Island

900 N. North Branch
Chicago, IL 60622

choong l. writes: It's a unique French dining experience you get at Kendall College.  If you want truly professional service, you should go elsewhere -- the culinary students at the college take turns (by semester) serving front of the house (that is, your…

Chic-A-Go-Go!
Neighborhood: Hyde Park

1507 E 53rd St
Ste 617
Chicago, IL 60615

Erica A. writes: Every city should be so lucky to have their own Chic-A-Go-Go!

Exists only to make people happy and make them dance--- a noble cause.  I danced on Chic-A-Go-Go a few years ago and it was a great experience.  So much fun.  That particular show featured…

Nomi Lounge
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River East, Magnificent Mile

800 N Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60611

Arnab M. writes: I met Caroline A. here for drinks before a night out in Boystown. May I just say that the Park Hyatt is beautiful and NoMI fits right in. On the 7th floor, it has commendable views and I can only imagine how stunning it would  be on clear day. The…

Chicken Planet
Neighborhood: The Loop

21 W Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL 60604

Ellie B. writes: Mmmmm, grilled chicken!  

Yeah.

That about sums it up.

Fresh, flavorful chicken grilled to perfection without the grease.

Wonderful side dishes.

Hefty portions.

Ridiculously reasonable prices.

Between the office and escuela.

PERFECT!

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Drury Lane Theatre Water Tower Place
Chicago, IL 60611

Zachary H. writes: This musical totally caught me off guard.  Upon receiving free tickets for a musical about a spelling bee, my expectations hovered somewhere between "This might be cute" and "This is going to suck, but hey, it's free!"

However, it turned out to be one…

Bombon Cafe
Neighborhood: Near West Side

38 South Ashland
Chicago, IL 60607

Rachel H. writes: Yum!  Bombon Cafe is a great place for lunch.  The atmosphere is bright and cheery.  The yellow walls and the sunlight streaming in through the tons of windows will definitely cure your winter blues.  You can order one of their delicious tortas off…

Wicked - The Musical
Neighborhood: The Loop

24 W. Randolph
Chicago, IL 60601

Tina M. writes: I absolutely loved Wicked.  We were in the first few rows and off to the side.  I highly recommend spending the money on close seats, seeing their facial expressions is part of the experience.  The theater is beautiful!  One word of advice, don't…