Hooters
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

658 N Wells St
Chicago, IL 60610

Nina L. writes: i met my friend here for lunch today and i was looking forward to seeing some hooters...but i saw very few hooters. when i go into a hooters i expect to be able to look down all the girls' shirts...but i guess showing off your hooters at hooters…

Udupi Palace Restaurant

2543 W Devon Ave
Chicago, IL 60659

Vamsi V. writes: This is the place for dosai in Chicago. I have yet to taste a better dosa at any other place. I have eaten all the varieties of dosas and they all are excellent.

This is vegetarian heaven......i usually loathe vegetarian food (now, all you…

Argo Tea
Neighborhood: The Loop

16 W Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60601

MiRIAM w. writes: Dear Argo Tea,

Please come to Washington, D.C.!
I promise to patronize your shop(s) faithfully.

I'm allergic to coffee, which is really quite a pain! Walking into your shop today was so exciting for me. I could drink almost everything on the menu!  Tea…

Gibsons Steakhouse & Bar
Neighborhood: Near North Side

1028 N Rush St
Chicago, IL 60611

Amanda B. writes: Probably 1 of the most well known traditional American steakhouses in Chicago. They remind me of a combination of Morton's and McCormick's, except this is not a chain steakhouse! On the wall you can see that pretty much all the celebs & powerful…

Oasis Cafe
Neighborhood: The Loop

17 S Wabash Ave
Chicago, IL 60602

j. d. writes: Well, the word "oasis" certainly isn't the first thing that comes to mind when walking into a semi-unkempt food court area.

That being said, Oasis Cafe is pretty good.  Plus, the guy who owns the place is really nice.  (It's just too bad that going…

Rosebud On Rush
Neighborhood: Near North Side

720 N Rush Street
Chicago, IL 60611

Amanda B. writes: Generous portion! Reasonable price point! Consistent with quality of food! I've been coming here for the last 7 years!

Anything pasta here is excellent! Great pasta makes me happy ;-)

Club Lago Restaurant
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

331 W Superior St
Chicago, IL 60610

Colleen C. writes: Wait, is this in River North!?

Yes.

Wait, is this 2008!?

Yes.

Wait, really?

Um, yes.

Old school Italian, family-owned joint with a hearty bunch of regulars lining the bar, the booths and the tables. Favorable beer selection, excellent service,…

Chicago Brauhaus
Neighborhood: Lincoln Square, Ravenswood

4732 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60625

Jenny z. writes: I get fat just thinking about eating here, seriously.  It's a fact.

I love that I can bring absolutely anyone here and everyone has a great time.  How can you not when the beers are bigger than your head and there is a freaking German band playing in…

The Chopping Block
Neighborhood: Lincoln Square, Ravenswood

4747 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60625

Timothy W. writes: I took a knife skills class here and had a great time.  I went with 4 other friends and we were together at our own station which was nice.  I did notice that if you do happen to go alone, you'll be around a small group and its a very inviting…

Fat Willy's Rib Shack
Neighborhood: Bucktown

2416 W Schubert Ave
Chicago, IL 60647

Jenny R. writes: I probably still have sauce on my face.

Do not come here on a first date. There is no way to be dainty while eating a pulled pork sandwich smothered in BBQ sauce dripping all over your face and hands. Come here with someone you feel completely…

Gary Poppins

1739 Sherman Ave
Evanston, IL 60201

Dee W. writes: Great popcorn here - could definately give Garrett's a run for their money.   Their cheese popcorn has that greasy oily cheesy stuff all over it.  YUM!  Plus, they also accept the NU Wildcard here, too.

Service was friendly and the prices are…

Union League Club
Neighborhood: The Loop

65 W Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL 60604

elizabeth n. writes: What a nice place for an event!  I attended a charity dinner here at the Union League Club and was very impressed!  There was a cocktail hour on one floor, and then you had to move upstairs to the ballroom for dinner.  The ballroom is very pretty-…

The Fudge Pot
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Old Town

1532 N Wells St
Chicago, IL 60610

Nicoletta R. writes: Are you kidding me?? It's really called that??!

Oh, dear sweet chocolate-y love.

Sometimes they have dairy-free dark chocolate-dipped fruits. You know, the good stuff.

Bed Bath & Beyond

915 E Golf Rd
Schaumburg, IL 60173

Kathy R. writes: This is the mothership of the Bed Bath & Beyond Chicagoland stores.  Largest in terms of the selection of merchandise.  I bought a stainless steel garbage can from Real Simple here, and I've tried to buy the garbage bags it takes from a BB&B closer…

Caribou Coffee
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3240 N Ashland Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

Sarah L. writes: I wish there were more Caribou's around the city. I mean really! They have the BEST sugar free lattes around. Their syrup flavors surpass the Bux. I love the SF turtle and SF raspberry, yum! The staff at this location are very friendly. I used to…

Martyrs'
Neighborhood: North Center

3855 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60613

molly c. writes: great place to see a show. very chill vibe. i've seen bob schneider (from austin, tx) here a couple times and it's a very great show for either a solo perfomer or a band (bob does both!)

check it out.

Odyssey Cruises
Neighborhood: Near North Side

401 E Illinois St
Ste 425
Chicago, IL 60611

Nancy K. writes: We have been on this ship several times.  She is lovely.  Very memorable times are to be had aboard her.  We recommend going when there is a full moon.  Sunset sailing are among our favorite things in the world to experience.

Great Head
Neighborhood: Lakeview

612 W Belmont Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

colleen k. writes: I moved to Chicago in the summer and had no clue where I could find a stylist that knows how to cut my hair. As a lesbian, I tend to get poofy old woman short hair from people who don't know better. That, or they want to do an L Word theme on me with…

Brownstone
Neighborhood: North Center

3937 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60613

Nick M. writes: Oh how I miss Benedict's!!! But I also used to live right across the ally which meant I lived at Benedict's.

Let's get something straight Brownstone gets 4 stars but only during the day, at night or any Texas Alumni game day it gets only 2 stars.

Day-…

Mia Francesca
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3311 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60686

Johnny B. writes: Wow, do they pack 'em in in the dining room here.  Squeezing into my bench seat, I thought for sure I would knock over our neighbors' wine/olive oil/etc with my ass.  Luckily the table next to ours went unscathed (save the potential loss of appetite…

Brazzaz
Neighborhood: Near North Side

539 N Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60654

Mike O. writes: My wife and I received $100 in gift cards for this Brazilian steakhouse  last Christmas. Being parents of 2 little kids with a busy life, we rarely have an opportunity to go out together to a fancy place. Having read nearly all of the 61 Yelp reviews…

Jimmy John's
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3328 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60657

A K. writes: I kid you not.

So I'm sitting next to my window, having just started the Brothers Karamazov (I've read the first half of that book about twenty times over my life.  I usually have to put it down around then, because of, you know, Life, but by the time…

India House Restaurant
Neighborhood: Near North Side

59 W Grand Ave
Chicago, IL 60610

Julie H. writes: And now for some haikus:

The India House,
Okra so good and spicy,
Please pass the water.  

Tandoori veggies,
Chicken tikka, and naan bread,
My meal is complete.

Channa masala
I recommend you try it.
Lentils? Not so much.  

I hate C.E.O.
the delivery service;…

Paul's Pizza

3044 Wolf Rd
Westchester, IL 60154

Andy M. writes: Pizza is nothing special. but good. but the fast food and especially the Italian Beef are very good and the price is great. great dogs too. only problem I see is the dining area. it's very old and dated. with 500 covers a day you should be able to…

Aveda Institute of Chicago
Neighborhood: Lakeview

2828 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60657

Mallory p. writes: As a recent graduate, I can honestly say that I received the best Cosmetology education one could ask for!

As a customer one would be pleasantly surprised at the amount of skill their student/stylist might have.
Everything is overseen by a Instructor…

Metro
Neighborhood: Lakeview, Wrigleyville

3730 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60613

Brett W. writes: "Hey man."

"'Sup?"

"Nothin' man.  Hey, who are these guys again?"

"The Rock Steady, or something like that."

"Dude, that guy is such a spaz!"

"Yeah, but they are kind of okay, yeah!"

"I guess.  Dude, we have got to Google these lyrics."

"He's talking about…

D.O.C. Wine Bar
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

2602 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60686

Amy H. writes: I met a couple of friends at DOC Wine bar a few weeks ago for a girl's night out.  I really didn't think I would like it, but I knew that the company would be great and I would probably have a good time with my friends, so I went.

I really loved it!…

Al's Deli

914 Noyes Street
Evanston, IL 60201

Andrea R. writes: Al's Deli has been around forever and was one of my favorite spots to go in college for a sandwich & a cookie! Although it looks like a good alternative to fast food do not go here if you are in a rush because the service is beyond slow. This is a 1…

Pars Cove Restaurant

435 W Diversey Pkwy
Chicago, IL 60614

Rebecca T. writes: By far one of my favorite spots in Chicago.  The food and service couldn't be better.  The hummus - and amazing warm, golden bread served with it - is the best I've found.  I always get the walnut pomegranate chicken... simply orgasmic.

They always…

Anthropologie
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Gold Coast

1120 N State St
Chicago, IL 60610

elizabeth n. writes: Anthropologie has some cute clothes at times, but I think it's extremely overpriced and I'm not the biggest fan of the peasant look, ok I actually hate it and think it's unflattering, but they do have some cute items at times.  I prefer other shops…

Adler-Weiner Research Co
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Streeterville

875 N Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60611

Jenny R. writes: Somehow they got my info and contacted me about doing a market research. I was just about to hang up, when she said those sweet words, "You'll get $125. cash."

Sign me up!

It was at 7:15 in the John Hancock. They provided sandwiches and drinks for…

Sports Authority
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

620 N LaSalle Dr
Chicago, IL 60610

Aaron S. writes: I had a fantastic experience here purchasing running shoes.

Accustomed to receiving no customer service at all from places like this, imagine my surprise when the young-looking shoe guy was able to answer questions I didn't even know I had about…

Nacional 27
Neighborhood: Near North Side, River North

325 W Huron St
Chicago, IL 60610

Nina L. writes: Last night I ate the BEST dinner of my life. No joke. Ask everybody I work with...I told them all about it. I think they wanted me to shut up.

When you first walk in you really enter a completely different world. The hostess had a wonderful smile on…

Spare Parts
Neighborhood: Lakeview

2947 N Broadway St Fl 1
Chicago, IL 60657

Christine M. writes: If you are looking for a unique bag, piece of jewelry, or gift, check out Spare Parts before going all over town.

This little shop is fun to just take a quick stroll through from time to time.  They carry items from random destinations and aren't…

Hot Chocolate
Neighborhood: Wicker Park

1747 N Damen Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647

Paige W. writes: I cannot NOT love this place.
It would be contrary to the essence of Paige.

I mean...I like hot things. Boys, showers, that kind of thing. And I like chocolatey things. Bunnies, showers (what?), that kind of thing.
My adoration for Hot Chocolate, then,…

Aurelio's Pizza Restaurant and Bar
Neighborhood: University Village

506 W Harrison St
In the Holiday Inn
Chicago, IL 60607

Kathy P. writes: Got a large today of half pepperoni/sausage and half tomato, spinach & mushroom to go with some Sunday football.  I loved the sauce and I agree with many others that this may be the best thin crust.   I liked the pepperoni/sausage a little bit more…

The Pepper Lounge
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3441 N Sheffield Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

Abigail T. writes: 4 stars for the bar, down tempo house music and friendly bar-flies at this joint.  Linda is a really good bartender!!  =)

3 1/2 stars for the food.  The waiter said the crab cake was his suggested appetizer.  Well, let's just say, the crab cake (you…

Park Grill
Neighborhood: The Loop

11 North Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60602

Kristen J. writes: I expected nothing more than a mediocre tourist trap.  I was very pleasantly surprised on my first trip to Park Grille for lunch.  I had a chicken sandwich that was absolutely delicious.  The chopped salad was also very good.  I will disclaim that I…

Flat Top Grill
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3200 N Southport Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

Matt W. writes: In a nutshell - bring your appetite, your patience and a tolerance for yuppies.

It's on Southport, that should say something about the clientele but I swear, nay I guarantee you the food is worth it as long as you have patience to wait while it's…