WNUR 89.3 FM

1920 Campus Dr
Evanston, IL 60201

Heath R. writes: I DJ'd at WNUR-FM for five years, so call me biased. While a student at Northwestern, as well as a recent graduate, I DJ'd the Jazz Show, produced the Folk Show, and co-hosted Shakin' and Stompin', a program focusing on surf, rockabilly, and garage…

All For Doggies
Neighborhood: Humboldt Park

1760 N Kilbourn Ave
Chicago, IL 60639

Lindley E. writes: These people care. Once an independently owned facility, AFD is now part of the Best Friends network of doggie care facilities. They love your doggie...they really love your doggie. The facilities are great -- huge, easy to clean. Overnighting…

Tulip
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3448 N. Halsted
Chicago, IL 60657

David R. writes: Lovely small adult store in Boystown.   They are  very friendly and very nice!   They provide  the stuff for LBGT and straight .   You can find what you want and the prize here not too expensive.  How 's cool ?  :)    Don't  tell your mom !!  :)

Willow Cleaners
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

703 W Willow St Apt 3B
Chicago, IL 60614

Dana H. writes: Thank you to everyone who has reviewed Willow Cleaners before me...

I had a pair of designer jeans hemmed (with orig hem) at the cleaners in my building and they botched them...twice!  I searched Yelp for a tailor or alterations expert to try to fix…

The Oak Park Abbey

728 Lake St
Oak Park, IL 60302

Natalie R. writes: EDIT: May 08---The Oak Park Abbey closed as of Feb 08.  In its place is Velvet Rope, a GLBT lounge, now open.  FYI.

The women's bathroom alone is reason enough to visit the Oak Park Abbey.  I want to transplant the whole thing--towels, lotions and…

Bloom Yoga Studio
Neighborhood: Lincoln Square, Ravenswood

4663 N Rockwell
Chicago, IL 60625

Vanessa R. writes: This review is in two parts. Both excellent.

Part One-
I just finished taking Intro to Bellydancing with Malik Turley here on Sundays. Malik has a great teaching style, very calm, very open, very friendly and pretty much has this way of making you…

Veggie Bite
Neighborhood: Mount Greenwood

3031 W 111th St
Chicago, IL 60655

sandy j. writes: so i started to take a walk in my hood a couple days ago and what did my eyes behold? why there on the corner of milwaukee & paulina, a sign affixed to the window of an empty building: VEGGIE BITE

yes, fellow northsiders, our very own veggie bite is…

Fresh
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park, DePaul

2040 N Halsted
Chicago, IL 60614

Amy F. writes: I probably walked by this store 50 times before I walked in due to a recommendation and coupon from a friend a few years ago.  Now I'm hooked!  Since they are made of natural ingredients, hence the "Fresh" name, they are on the pricey side.  I love…

Bonne Sante Health Foods
Neighborhood: Hyde Park

1512 E 53rd St
Chicago, IL 60615

M L. writes: So I'm from Northern California, and I found a little piece of hippie California goodness when I walked into Bonne Sante today for the first time...I found dried herbs and little cloth bags to make sachets, all-natural cleaning supplies (laundry…

Bubamara Pizza & Pasta
Neighborhood: Lincoln Square, Ravenswood

4607 N Wolcott Ave
Chicago, IL 60640

Esme W. writes: Sometimes I think about all the horrible pizza I've eaten before Bubamara and it makes me cry! This is like nothing else you'll find in Chicago. Sorry Chi ca gonies, I don't know what the big fuss is about deep dish...NY style is way better!!

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria

3223 Lake Ave
Wilmette, IL 60091

Scott J. writes: You want some of the best Chicago style pizza in town?!  YOU'VE FOUND IT!  Don't waste time with those high profile pizza chains.  And when you go in to pick up your delicious, mouth watering, pizza...don't forget to snag some free samples by the…

Lai Thai Restaurant

7168 Dempster St
Morton Grove, IL 60053

Aubrey K. writes: This is my favorite Thai Restaurant in the burbs.  The prices are completely reasonable and the food is beyond good.  Last time I ordered this spicy eggplant chicken dish and it was amazing.  Friends had the Pad Thai and they were obsessed.  Was a…

Wild Fish Sushi

60 S Arlington Heights Rd
Arlington Heights, IL 60005

Matt A. writes: Wild Fish was my first time venturing to try Sushi by myself with a friend. I found the wait-staff to be helpful for the inexperienced sushi guest. The atmosphere is contemporary yet semi-casual.

They offer a wide variety of rolls which I've found…

Koi

624 Davis St
Evanston, IL 60201

marissa d. writes: Very good restaurant. Their menu is extensive - I cannot wait to get back and try more. Delicious sushi, really excellent Reisling, very nice waitstaff. The lounge area is cute too - fun for grabbing a drink before dinner, or even eating dinner…

Chicago Summer Dance at Grant Park
Neighborhood: South Loop

601 S Michigan
Harrison Street and Balbo
Chicago, IL 60657

Kathleen O. writes: When cold, chilly winter gets me down, I look at my Marilyn Monroe dress and dream of Summer Dance.  I'm counting down till June 14 - SummerDance 2007.  It starts with a free hour of dance lessons, then once they've given you a chance for a cool…

Horrorbles

6731 W Roosevelt Rd
Berwyn, IL 60402

John A. writes: Horrorbles is on line at  www.horrorbles.com, or visit the store in Berwyn. The most obscure horror and sci-fi movies, not-to-mention model kits, toys, posters and more! Keep an eye on their events link, always cool things like Svengoolie visits or…

Krellen

SF/Chicago
Yelp
Chicago, IL 60686

Kristina R. writes: Will their powers be used for good?  ...or EVIL!  

The Krellen is a mysterious joining of two separate Yelp entities bound together by a slew of unexplained similarities.  The Krellen is drawn together through fate, karma and Yelp.  

Here's proof!…

Bonefish Grill

9310 Skokie Blvd.
Skokie, IL 60077

Mark P. writes: Surprising good and quite impressive for a chain restaurant.  Quality grilled fish dishes.  Bang Bang Shrimp appetizer is addictive and somewhat reminds me of Morimoto's rock shrimp tempura.

Blum Animal Hospital
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3219 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60657

Lindsay N. writes: My little street kitty cost me around $800 for a neutering and follow up shots.

Big money, considering the little scamp was completely free.

I choose Blum because they're clean, knowledgeable and friendly.  They get personal when it comes to treatment…

Salon Buzz - GoldCoast
Neighborhood: Near North Side

1 E Delaware Pl
Chicago, IL 60611

Madalyn G. writes: Clip, clip here, clip, clip there
Jackie cures unruly fuzz

That certain air of savoir faire
In the merry old Salon Buzz

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Thinning
Greying
Frizzing

My hair has never been one of my better features.  A combination of…

Cheese

National Dairy Council
10255 W. Higgins Rd., Suite 900
Rosemont, IL 60018

Kristina R. writes: Cheese, you evil bitch. You lactose ho!  Making me lactose intolerant was really swell, THANKS.  

Oh, and lest I forget...big ups to you for the extra ten pounds and the love handles.  More to love, huh?  

I HATE you, cheese.

Joseph Michael's Salon and Spa
Neighborhood: Near North Side

715 N State St
Chicago, IL 60610

Lou W. writes: I'm not a "strike up a relationship with my stylist" kinda gal, but over a year ago, I visited Leland and was completely in love (you know, straight girl stylist soul mate love). "Do whatever you want" was my direction 9 times out of 10. Great…

Cafe Nordstrom
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Magnificent Mile

Nordstrom - The Shops at North Bridge
520 N Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60611

Kathy R. writes: Yelper Lisa B. (the one from Oak Park) and I met up here last night to grab a bite before a reception at the Conrad Hotel.  It was Lisa's suggestion, and a good one.

Tucked away on the top floor of Nordstrom's, it's a sit-down cafe; you order at the…

Mid North Animal Hospital
Neighborhood: Lincoln Park

2212 N Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60614

eve m. writes: The vet here was sensitive and understanding.  I had my Persian kitty here for shots and checkup and yes, the least liked, deworming.
I had to bring in my kitty's poo poo--Yes, it was gross- to make sure my kitty Hairy Potter won't affect himself, me…

D/Vision
Neighborhood: Wicker Park

1756 W Division St
Chicago, IL 60622

Jenny R. writes: Your first impression of a place does not begin once you walk through the door. It begins when you call to schedule your very first appointment. When I called D/Vision, the girl who answered the phone had a warm and friendly voice and actually…

Ole St. Andrew's Pub
Neighborhood: Edgewater

5938 N Broadway
Chicago, IL 60660

Colleen C. writes: Ok, the first time I visited Ole St. Andrew's Pub was when the Bears were in the Superbowl. It was about 12 below zero, and there was so much smoke in there that my eyes were literally burning out of their sockets. The overhead fans did not help (nor…

The Metropolitan Club
Neighborhood: The Loop

233 S Wacker Dr
Sears Tower, 66th & 67th Fl
Chicago, IL 60606

Niki C. writes: This dining club requires a membership, that's A).

2.  I was lucky enough to work for a partner company, so was able to eat here on occasion.

ix:  The service is impeccable.  Seriously impeccable.  We're talking high society here.

Thirdly, the food is…

Treat Restaurant
Neighborhood: Humboldt Park

1616 N Kedzie Ave
Chicago, IL 60686

Chris N. writes: Living in Humboldt Park for over a year now, I cannot tell you how happy I am that Treat has arrived!

I have eaten at Treat three times so far and plan to try the entire menu, so please check back as I will update my reviews.

My friends and I are…

K9 University
Neighborhood: East Garfield Park

2945 Lake Street
Chicago, IL 60612

Erika G. writes: Excellent dog training/boarding/groomin g center -  I took my formerly-unruly dog, Egon there, and he loves it. The dog trainer is fantastic, really knowledgeable and our doggie is really becoming a Good Dog.

Frank's Chicago Shrimp House II
Neighborhood: Portage Park

5439 W Addison St
Chicago, IL 60641

Mark S. writes: There are three ways to fuck up my deep fried shrimp experience:  use stinky shrimp, make 'em in a dirty place and charge too much for them.

To use corporate-speak, Frank's "exceeds my expectations" on all three.  The shrimp are fresh.  They also have…

Original Sandwich Factory Llc

6300 Kingery Hwy Ste 418
Willowbrook, IL 60527

Nancy K. writes: Great sandwiches and homemade potato chips!  Fun decor and they have an outside patio.  They have brunch, salads and soups, do catering and platters.  Nice place if in the area.

Bernice & John's Place
Neighborhood: Bridgeport

3238 S Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60608

Keith R. writes: one of the last great bastions of bars in Chicago, this place has an original atmosphere and is one of the most relaxing places to get a drink. there is often live music from talented people and the fellow patrons you meet are nearly guaranteed to be…

Big Cheese Pizza
Neighborhood: Avondale

2554 W Diversey Ave
Chicago, IL 60647

Damian C. writes: WOWZERS.

Justin, Baby Manda, and I went here today in search of calzones.  Back at Ohio University, we were blessed with the deliciousness of DP Dough, and wanted to find something to compare.

Compare it did.  

The menu is awesome.  I had to spend a…

Venice Cafe
Neighborhood: Near West Side

500 W Monroe St
Chicago, IL 60661

Karen T. writes: I love Venice Café more than I love Sbarro and that's a lot, because Sbarro was such a treat as a kid with a super-Asian mom. It's in the basement of the Sears Tower and serves up cafeteria-style Italian - so not terribly classy. Head up to Spiaggia…

Starship Restaurant

7618 W. Madison Street
Forest Park, IL 60130

Nancy K. writes: ***** for Soup!  They started out nearly 30 years ago as a sandwich shop, then added soup and carry selected varieties frozen from their line of 150 different types of soups. They also do catering.  

We went here for the first time and it will be…

Rothschild Liquor Marts
Neighborhood: Noble Square

1532 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Justin V. writes: I believe the hypnotic, pulsating glow of Rothschild's signage was a major contributing factor to my moving in across the street.  When I am not like a chiseled, greco-roman statue I am a lot like a sexy moth, drawn inexorably toward blinky things…

Brix Wood Fired Pizza

104 W St. Charles Rd
Lombard, IL 60148

j. d. writes: Mmmmm....Brix pizza.... *salivating*

So, I stopped in here after my former hair "stylist" suggested it to me. She's addicted to their Brix Stix, which is apparently really cheesy garlic bread.  (Not my style, but it's popular.)

I really like the Green…

Argo Tea
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3135 N Broadway St
Chicago, IL 60657

Colleen C. writes: You got it, five frickin' stars.

Generally, it's fairly difficult for a coffee shop to reach 5-star status in my book. I mean, it's coffee. I go up and get it myself, I order drip...it's not that difficult. However! Argo has surpassed my…

Olive Mountain

610 Davis St
Evanston, IL 60201

Keiko S. writes: So very satisfying!! Friendly staff, cute and cozy interior (even the bathroom), amazing prices and of course -- delicious food.

We got:
-- "Lentil soup" - though veeeery  mild, goes well with the warm pita pockets
-- "Honey Chipotle BBQ Chicken" wrap…