Location: Near North Side
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10 Gift & Specialty Shops in Near North Side That You Shouldn't Miss
The windy city is a cornucopia of modern art, fine dining, cutting edge comedy, and die-hard sports fans. Snap a photo of your reflection in the silver Cloud Gate sculpture at Millennium Park before heading to Grant Park to get hit with the refreshing spray of Buckingham Fountain. There are dozens of museums and theater companies in Chicago, so a cultural experience is never hard to find. You’re sure to laugh your head off at the Second City Theater, the professional launch pad of many famous comedians.
Restaurants in Chicago
1. Kooky
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Old Town Oil
3. Roots
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
4. Pistachios
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Pistachios is a contemporary jewelry gallery that has been located in the heart of downtown Chicago for over 21 years! We specialize in contemporary jewelry design created by the most talented and cutting edge artists in the world. Our gallery represents over 100 international studio artists whose work is selected based on innovative design and quality craftsmanship.
Reviewed By 490irinag - Illinois, United States
Pistachios is a very memorable store, specializing in modern jewelry and various art objects. All the items are uniquely designed, reflecting the latest trends in lines, colors, shapes, that represent some vanguard ideas of contemporary abstract art. Jewelry is excellently displayed and easily accessed. The staff of the store is very amiable, helpful and hospitable. Pistachios has a light, cheerful, welcoming ambiance, that made my first visit to this store quite enjoyable. Thank you! Pistachios is located across from The Shops at North Bridge, on E Grand Ave, not far from the Magnificent Mile.
5. The Spice House
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By TampaTornado - Lithia, United States
We were turned onto The Spice House in Old Town on a food tour and were looking forward to revisiting this time while in Chicago. Unfortunately, while we were there (11/2-11/4) the main store was closed due to water damage from a fire in the bar next door. Fortunately we found they have a small store/kiosk at the Navy Pier. While not as good smelling (can't drop spices all over the floor) as the original store, the staff was great and still a good selection. They have the BEST spices - especially love Vietnamese cinnamon, Lakeshore, and Milwaukee. Stocked up. New containers are improvement. We will be back for sure. Love me some Spice House!!!!! Great place!
6. Razny Jewelers
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Chicago's only Patek Philippe retailer. For over 60 years, and now three generations, Razny Jewelers remains family owned and operated, providing superior guest services, quality and value. From our family to yours, we look forward to helping your dreams come true by providing timepieces that will be enjoyed for generations to come.
7. American Girl Place Chicago
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4.5 based on 463 reviews
Discover a place like no other, where lifelong memories are made, time together counts, and girls can be girls! Enjoy casual dining in the Bistro, where dolls are always welcome.
Reviewed By TaherAlbaghliJulian - Kuwait City, Kuwait
Located at the famous Water Tower Place, our Chicago store features specialty shops, private dining, and so much more.This shop great place for little girl to enjoyed dolls . there are many dolls working in different jobs.The dolls price are 124 $ .But,There are offers for some dolls around 30 $.The staff was nice and friendly.Highly recmmonded for little girls.
8. Binny's Beverage Depot
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4.5 based on 59 reviews
Chicago family owned since 1948, Binny's Beverage Depot is the midwest's largest retailer of wine, spirits, beer and cigars. Binny's offers more than 30,000 items in their 35+ Illinois locations. If you can't find it at Binny's, it's probably not worth drinking.
9. House of Glunz
10. Vosges Haut-Chocolat
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4.5 based on 16 reviews
