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The Alley Chicago
Clothing Store, Boutique, and Coffee Shop
Northwest Side, Chicago
"Its touristy and everything can be bought online."(2 Tips)
"& It's the staff at a punk rock store, what'd you expect?"(3 Tips)
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Narcissist ProblemsDecember 8, 2016Touristy or not, this is one shop that this Chicago girl will always be going to. Not only can you find a nice variety of alternative styled clothing the prices are ridiculously low.
nina moralesDecember 11, 2014It's perfect for all those hard to find items we all love and as of recent my favorite tobacco shop has moved in there too! \m/ blue Havana rules
Adam SarwarJuly 27, 2014Exploring the city w/ friends 1st day w my drivers lic.. Coming to #TheAlleyChicago since they had the man getting electrocuted in the alley window, which freaked us out (1998.) We were impressed.- Jake MarquisApril 24, 2012I've had nothing but good experiences at the alley. & It's the staff at a punk rock store, what'd you expect? Go back to Bloomingdales.
- Kevin LoweMarch 18, 2012Its touristy and everything can be bought online. However you never find these selections in stores anywhere. Also body jewelry is great.
It’s the old school version of the Topic. They try and copy the alley but don’t succeed.
ELBOW707July 6, 2014This place isn't what it used to be... But still had a decent collection of alternative apparel and accessories. Staff never was very friendly.
walk.by - shop.localFebruary 13, 2013Here's a tip -- go to the fucking alley (yeah, they probably have a shirt that says that already) Read more
- Tshirts. Shoes. Goth merchandise. Gargoyle statues.
Megan FOctober 15, 2013Clothes run small! Buy a bigger size if you are unsure. Exchanges only, no returns, and no returns or exchanges on discounted items.
Janie HowardDecember 12, 2012Got a Gr8t T-shirt......Free!!!!! Planning 2 return, 2 git a tattoo O_o
Kelly V.October 13, 2011And this place wonders why they don't make a profit? Zero customer service, employees are rude, rude, ruuuuude.
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Tshirts, Jewelry, Leathers, Biker Gear & More! Legendary Alley Store, Counter Culture for Over 40 Years.
Open until 7:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 11:30 AM–7:30 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:30 AM–8:30 PM
- Sun
- Noon–7:00 PM
(773) 883-1800
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"Best T-Shirt shop in Chicago...hell, probably best in the Midwest."
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"I love this place.... so much that that the manager knows me. The prices are simply addictive, keeps me FLAWLESS!"
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"Very impressed with the customer service. I had a list of old issues and they were able to find many of them- all in great condition. Will definitely be back!"
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"Not a tip...a compliment. The ladies here are so friendly, helpful and patient."
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"Open until midnight on weekdays and until 1am on weekends, so it's a great place to sit late at night. Tables full up fast though!"
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