Suggestions for Retail near Chicago

Bob D. • January 22, 2017Best liquor store around. Stop in their Whiskey Bar Tasting Room.

Lee D. • April 22, 2016Love this store! Just wish they had more places to sit and enjoy!!

Lu B. • August 2, 2022Ice cream and espressos drinks are a must try here. Everything with a espresso shot worth it!!

Holly R. • March 12, 2016Best grilled cheese ever! And you can't beat the ambiance.

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.

Cindy K. • May 10, 2014Make sure to have a Nomad Company wood fired pizza. They are new to the market this year. Ingredients are from the market and pizza is fabulous!

Zach D. • September 1, 2015Great selection with a few hidden gems as well!

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

Don B. • October 18, 2015Can't go wrong with King crab, lobster or shrimp - fresh or frozen. I love coming here for any occasion, especially thanksgiving and christmas.

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.

Xinnie • August 22, 2017My favorite grocery store! Store is tidy, clean and offers a variety of unique items. They usually have a live pianist too. Sushi from the Randolph location is awesome!

Leora C. • June 13, 2012Absolutely adorable and an outstanding selection of artsy handmade cards, and very funny ones at that! Smells delicious too!

Samantha L. • March 6, 2016I love this market. Great cheese selection and fresh flowers.

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

Douglas B. • November 24, 2013Great staff! Very knowledgeable of all things plants. Can't wait to get my first bonsai here.

Zach S. • June 27, 2016Great selections of local craft beer, liquor and wine. You'll definitely find what you're looking for. They often have tastings too.

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.

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

Steve F. • March 9, 2017It was our first time there and we immediately loved this place! A wealth of healthy food selections. We had lunch there waiting for the rain to stop. Great soups, salads, etc. Great atmosphere!

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

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

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.

Kate S. • March 22, 2015I love everything about this place. Super friendly staff. Beautiful flowers. $7 bundles of tulips. 🌷

Ryan S. • April 22, 2012Great selection! Knowledgable staff! Love the fact that they have a chiller so you can buy your wine and open it right when you get home!!

Thomas G. • November 13, 2024Nearest Whole Foods to me on the west-side of Chicago. I adore their plant-based breakfast wraps which keep me returning to purchase. If you can tolerate prices that are slightly high then I recommend

Jeffrey Q. • June 5, 2010The best retail store in the city. Hands down.

Cosette E. • March 16, 2017Perfect spot for a beer/glass of wine and nice conversation. The food selection is amazing for lunch, too. Highly recommend the sandwich station.

Nikki B. • September 7, 2015I am incapable of not stopping in at Hermes. I still prefer shopping at boutique to online. Very helpful was able to pick up an item in a color that in NY I had to order. Helpful staff as always

John K. • November 2, 2014Can't go wrong with anything here: milk, soap, pizza dough, it's all good!

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