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Buckingham Fountain
Neighborhood: The Loop

S Columbus Dr & E Congress Pkwy
Chicago, IL 60605

Dave S. writes: You can call me a geek, dork or a nerd or whatever comes to mind but sounds that water makes calms me. It doesn't matter if it is waves on a lake, a gurgling creek, or the churning sounds made by a fountain.

Not only can I sit here and listen to…

Chicago Botanic Garden

1000 Lake Cook Rd
Glencoe, IL 60022

Preet C. writes: Ever have this kinda day: wake up, late! DAMN!! gotta go!!!, skip shower, lookin RAW AS HELL (not fergie raw as hell, ME raw as hell, a.k.a. ROUGH), run out the door, see flat tire, OF COURSE, call in late, go to McDonald's b/c their breaky is the…

Lush Wine and Spirits
Neighborhood: University Village

1257 S Halsted
University Village
Chicago, IL 60607

Andrea R. writes: My boyfriend made a very good point while we were dining at BYOB establishment, May Street Cafe, the other night. "Maybe it's time we invest in some wine that is more expensive than the corkage fees at the restaurants we go to".

I entered this…

The Chicago Yelp Bunch

Chicago, IL 60614

Kristina R. writes: The rival gang. And Ellen's like the scary, bad-ass gang leader.

They've done some drive-by Yelping on my side of the country, and even sent some of their punks to give us trouble...

The SFers and the Chi Towners could cause some serious damage on…

Chicago's First Lady
Neighborhood: The Loop

Wacker Ave and Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60611

Pam S. writes: 1.5 hours going back and forth on the Y-fork of the Chicago river, with a volunteer talking about every single building your eye can see. An architecturally enlightening boat ride, and a great photo op for tourists such as ourselves. Too bad it was…

Brown Cow Ice Cream Parlor

7347 Madison St
Forest Park, IL 60130

Nancy K. writes: Great ice cream parlor with an old fashioned charm. Friendly and sweet ; ) Great ambiance - walking into an era of yesteryear.

Along with great ice cream they have organic coffee, baked goods, ice cream cakes and pies. A must experience. …

Ravinia Festival

301 Ravinia Park Rd
Highland Park, IL 60035

Andrea R. writes: Regretfully I never made it out to Ravinia last summer, but got my fill the other night at the Sheryl Crow concert. Like I mentioned in my '06 review...there's not many things I'll leave the city for, but Ravinia is one of them.

Here's a few tips to…

Dollop Coffee Co
Neighborhood: Uptown

4181 N Clarendon Ave
Chicago, IL 60613

Colleen C. writes: This morning I woke up and to my absolute HORROR realized I had no coffee to make...

For the love of all things holy, I cannot function in the morning without some type of caffeine, preferably drip coffee.

Luckily, very good whole bean coffee is sold…

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…

Hi Tea
Neighborhood: South Loop

14 E 11th
Chicago, IL 60605

Andy P. writes: FINALLY! A tea house that gets it right and then some. My peers and I have been waiting for this place to open. The owners kept saying 'two weeks...two weeks'...well, three months later the two weeks were up and they finally opened the doors. I went…

Lush Wine and Spirits
Neighborhood: Roscoe Village

2232 W. Roscoe
Chicago, IL 60618

Brett D. writes: LUSH rocks!! Mainly so because I am one (a lush) and they help to keep me in the custom to which I am so aptly inclined beautifully...

You'll find my pretty Lush a small, stylish boutique shop unlike the Sam's spirits depot-megastores we are now so…

West Lakeview Liquors
Neighborhood: North Center

2156 W Addison St
Chicago, IL 60618

Mark S. writes: I've been coming to this place for years- it's always been as close to the perfect corner liquor store as I've found. Cool staff into good wine and beer, great selection & open late. I'd consider moving into the neighborhood just to have a resource…

Cereality Cereal Bar & Cafe
Neighborhood: The Loop

100 S Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60610

Brad P. writes: This place is super cool and a fun way to kick start your day (or turbo charge your afternoon). Lots of retro cereals to choose from, and makes you feel like a kid again. Speaking of kids, I wish I had my boys with me, as they would have flipped…

Mercury Cafe
Neighborhood: Noble Square

1505 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60622

Dane K. writes: This is one of the better independent coffee shops I've found in Chicago.

It's got a lot of character to it... It's got more open space than most people's apartments.. if you're looking to go and accidentally end up chit chatting with people nearby…

John Hancock Observatory
Neighborhood: Near North Side, Streeterville

875 N Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60611

Bonnie L. writes: It's not the Empire State Building (which I've been to) but the height, sunset, and sky deck is THE perfect place for reuniting with a passionate love one. Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr's famous kiss would probably be more romantic. The great lake's…

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.

Renegade Craft Fair Chicago
Neighborhood: Wicker Park

1425 N. Damen
Chicago, IL 60622

Mark S. writes: 3 stars split 3 ways....

5 stars -- Hipster spotting. My goodness the random outfit generator was in full force. Sure, I wore old cowboy boots with jeans and a plain white t-shirt in an urban setting, but the amount of hipster attire was off of the…

Uprise
Neighborhood: Bucktown

1820 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60647

erik m. writes: My eighteen year old cousin started UIC this past fall. Anticipating a five-block walk to the Blue Line for her daily commute, she decided it'd be easier to skate it. I know, I know. SKATEBOARDING IS NOT FOR TRANSPORTATION. But I've always subscribed…

Holstein Park
Neighborhood: Bucktown

2200 N Oakley
Chicago, IL 60647

Kyle H. writes: This beautiful park is the home to the Bucktown Arts Festival, but that's another (5-star) review. There's a great kids playground here with a tiny fountain for the li'l ones. But the star of Holstein Park (mooo!) is the sparkling blue pool!

I was a…

T-shirt Benefit for Kristina R.'s Kindergarten Class

Not Normal Yes Normal
Chicago, IL 60686

Ellen M. writes: This is fashion with a purpose. Our fellow yelper Kristina R. has been spending an arm and a leg (non reimbursed) on supplies for the kindergarten class she teaches, supplies not provided by the school.

Mick Frederick pointed out the awesome art…

Lollapalooza

Grant Park
Chicago, IL 60686

Josh C. writes: Damn.

I don't know if it's possible to actually damage one's DNA over a three day period, but if you could, this concert would be the way to do it.

The lineup for this year's show was great. They also overcame the sound bleed issue by expanding the…

Chicago Green Festival

Chicago, IL 60686

Jessie B. writes: If there was one word that could describe how I felt after I was done volunteering at the Green Festival--it would be empowerment.

In the four hours that I worked the "Green Team" I felt like I made a difference to Chicago. Yes. A big difference. The…

Windy City Rollers
Neighborhood: Logan Square

PO Box 47863
Chicago, IL 60647

Erin J. writes: BEST SPORT IN TOWN!

I have never been able to get into sports at all whether it be team sports like soccer or individual sports like tennis. But watching the really cool highly athletic badass chicks of the Windy City Rollers has turned me into a…

Irish American Heritage Center
Neighborhood: Irving Park

4626 N Knox Avenue
Chicago, IL 60630

MaryAnne M. writes: Are you 1/16 Irish? You can research your ancestors here at the Heritage center to reconfirm the best part of your lineage. Or maybe you want to learn Gaelic. This is your place. I have been going here years. I have attended the following events:…

Siren Salon
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3143 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

Alicia F. writes: Love Love LOVE Mark, he gives great cuts. Most stylists just want to go chop-happy on my hair but Mark actually listens to what you want. I've gotten tons of complemets since my last cut there!

Chicago Photography Center
Neighborhood: Lakeview

3301 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60657

Kelly S. writes: I've been a student at the CPC for over a year and love it. I have completed film I, II, and III and had my first photo showing this past May. CPC is a great environment where new photographers and accomplished photographers alike can come and…

Annual Chicago Outdoor Film Festival

Butler Field, Grant Park
331 E. Randolph Street
Chicago, IL 60601

Lauren H. writes: I can't believe in my 9 years here last night was the first time I went.
It is free, plenty of room, and ComEd gave out free popcorn (but I didn't try it) and Robinson's had a rib stand (didn't try it either).
Just bring your own blankets, food,…

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…

City Segway Tours - Chicago
Neighborhood: The Loop

400 East Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60601

Neil A. writes: Let it be known that this is a baised review: I am a tour guide for City Segway Tours on the weekends. I just want to share the experience that my patrons have.

Most people get on on of these things and they're terrified. It's like learning how to…

South Side Irish St. Patrick's Day Parade
Neighborhood: Mount Greenwood

3400 W 111th St
Chicago, IL 60689

James B. writes: As either a participant or spectator I have enjoyed just about every Southside Irish Parade since it's inception. Both a family event and drinking spectacle it continues to grow in popularity and mystique.

If you take one of the booze bus's from a…

Yelp Book Club

Various Locations
Chicago, IL 60602

John B. writes: So here's the secret of Yelp Book Club: it always seems to be me, one other guy (Ronnie, Rich, Daniel), and a bunch of women. So if you're looking to meet some Yelpettes, this is the event for you.

The Club was started by the intrepid Andy F, but then…

St Patrick's Day Parade Committee of Chicago
Neighborhood: Near West Side

1340 W Washington Boulevard
Chicago, IL 60607

Nancy K. writes: Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Dyeing the river green is scheduled for 10:45 Saturday March 17th and can best be viewed from the upper level bridges at Michigan Avenue or Columbus Drive. They'll be selling shirts on the Michigan Ave Bridge on saturday --…

Salon De Silverman
Neighborhood: Near North Side

150 W. North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60686

Me, Myself and I. writes: What a truly unique place to go and get awesome treatment and a full range of Salon Services! Whether, you're a woman, man or undecided, are all treated with exceptional care here and the owner is very concerned for the well-being of all his…

Original Chefs' Fest 2007

Route 53 & Euclid Road, Arlington Heights
Enter Euclid Road Gate, West End Clubhouse
Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Nancy K. writes: This looks like fun

Your Official Invitation to the "Original" Chefs' Fest 2006

When: Tuesday, April 18

Time: 5:00pm-8:00pm

Where: Arlington Park Racecourse
Route 53 & Euclid Road, Arlington Heights
Enter Euclid Road Gate,…

Chicago Gateway Green
Neighborhood: Near North Side

515 North State Street
Chicago, IL 60610

Nancy K. writes: "Thought some yelpers would be interested.

This year Chicago Gateway Green is celebrating 20 years of making ours one of the most beautiful cities in the world!
Beginning Arbor Day (4/28) and culminating with Green Tie Ball XV (9/16) we'll be hosting…

Lakeshore Sail Charters
Neighborhood: Near Southside

Burnham Harbor - next to Soldier Field
598 E Waldron
Chicago, IL 60605

Amy D. writes: I can't say if it was worth the money b/c I went on for an event but it was sure fun! It's as interactive or relaxed as you would want it. You can help the crew or you can just sit back and relax. They go along the shore so you have a beautiful…

B-Fest

Norris University Center
1999 South Campus Drive
Evanston, IL 60209

Matt W. writes: There is one day of the year that's been requested as a day off every year for the past seven years and it ain't my birthday and it ain't Arbor Day. It's B-Fest. Held the last weekend in January at Northwestern University B-Fest is a 24 hour bad…

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