cute store but it's over priced. Then to add a rude employee on top of that is just an overall…read morebummer. I usually like this store but won't be coming back

One of the best gift shops I've e er been too. High quality and great choices. From Ted lasso…read moreprayer candles to lovely hostess gifts

Daughter had recently discovered Hazel in Ravenswood and has been eager to introduce this lovely…read moregift store to me.  As the gift card that she purchased for Father's Day was super cute and unique, I was very interested to visit as well. One evening when we were given an estimated wait time of 30 minutes by Spacca Napoli for a patio table, we found that an excellent chance to visit Hazel, a mere 5-minute walk from the pizzeria. As soon as we walked inside Hazel, a friendly man behind the counter promptly greeted us.  I was impressed by the huge and well-curated collection of goods for all ages and styles.  Daughter was so excited to show me around as if it's her own store, lol.  On one wall was a huge display of greeting cards.  There were also jewelry, accessories, baby gifts, housewares, and gifts for men.  Prices were quite reasonable.  If you need a gift, there's really no excuse of not finding one to buy. We were there for 10 minutes having a great time browsing around, then my phone rang and I was told that our table was ready, so we hurried out without buying anything.  The friendly man behind the counter still politely said "thank you" to us! As now I read that they close at 7:00 pm during weekdays, I am even more impressed, because we actually stepped in the store 10 minutes before they closed, and they still welcomed us!  We will definitely be back!

The shop offers efficient service, even during busy times when there's a large crowd & long line at…read morethe cashier. They attract customers with complimentary gift wrapping, which is particularly appealing during the holiday season. The variety of items & knick-knacks available is impressive, with a mix of high-end products & some more reasonably priced items. This is a wonderful spot for those last-minute gift purchases, where you'll be sure to discover something special for your loved ones.

Chicago has the best souvenir shops and this one is among them. They have everything that you could…read morewant to remember Chicago by. We were looking for several things like quality magnets, mugs and frames and found some here as well as one other souvenir shop nearby. The prices are reasonable here. We didn't need to go anywhere else. The manager here was very nice and helpful. She had some good recommendations about sightseeing that we appreciated. We took a picture of her. We are happy that we found her shop.

I was walking by on my way to get something to eat at the Taste of Chicago when I spotted this…read moreplace. I love collecting souvenirs everywhere I travel, especially a shot glass and a magnet, so of course I had to stop in! Love the name!! The store wasn't crowded at all, which was great, and it was well stocked with plenty of Chicago souvenirs, T-shirts, magnets, shot glasses and other items. The staff was helpful, and I thought the prices were very reasonable. Great little place to stop if you're looking for Chicago souvenirs without spending a fortune.

I shopped online and had it shipped. The selection of cards was terrific, the workmanship on the…read moreletterpress was great, and I really appreciate the extra time personnel spent in shipping something the short distance from Logan Square to Uptown. I have intermittent mobility issues, and would not have been able to shop here otherwise. Re price, no greeting cards are inexpensive anymore, but in my opinion, the prices were more than fair for the quality.

Such a cute shop in a nice area with lots of restaurants and places to see. They actually print…read moresome of their cards and stuff. LGBTQ+ is also a plus to me.

I walked by this door too many times before noticing it's an actual stationery store and printer's…read moreshop! Just browsing is fun. They have so many different kinds of journals, cards and letter writing supplies. They even have a regular letter writing Meetup. What a great way to get unplugged in a digital world! They also offer printing services. Check their website for the full list of services.

Tons of stationery items. You'll find something you like!…read more They have their own screen print studio in the back. Super cool! The owner is a graphic designer so it makes sense. Only bummer is the aisles are kinda narrow so you have to squeeze by a lot of it's super busy but otherwise it's nothing that should keep you from visiting!

Good selection of souvenirs, but everything is very expensive. $45 for a bucket hat is absolutely…read moreinsane. They have all kinds of merchandise, including bean replicas, keychains, T shirts, ball caps, and just about anything else you could want as a souvenir. Great variety and fun to browse, but be prepared for some serious sticker shock.

Wonderful selection of stylish hats, clothing, The Bean miniatures, etc. The owner was kind,…read morehelpful, calm, and funny. Prices are what you'd expect for the area.

So excited to find a mini print machine in the wild and inside of a beautiful stationery store at…read morethat - the prices were on the higher end considering but loved the selection of local art, greeting cards and stickers. There was also a section of secondhand clothing that were stunning, again a bit on the pricey side but nice to look at nonetheless. The gal working was just lovely & they do give you quarters for the mini print machine as well.

This is such a cute party shop and stationery. They even have a cute print vending machine that…read moretakes quarters and they do have change for the quarters if you pay them a $1. I went during Stationery Store Day and it was packed but still a super cute store. Only really one part had Stationery themed stuff and it was the LEUCHTTURM1917 and pens in rainbow color organization. They even had some clothing you can try on. It's a really multifaceted store. The checkout was fast. They were very kind. I'd visit again so I can take a better look at all the decor they have.

I recently stopped into Ecclection, and I was impressed with the charming selection of new and…read morevintage items. This is the place to go for whimsical gifts for any age. They had some toys, body care items and great gifts for the vintage-lover in one's life. They also feature wares by local artists, which was my favorite feature of all. The shop owner was personable and available for any questions. Shops such as this often have high price points, but that was not the case at Ecclection. I look forward to returning when I have birthday and holiday gifts to purchase for gal pals.

Fantastic shop for locals and tourists alike; it's just far enough off the beaten path that I think…read morelots of tourists need to be in the know to find it. I've driven by the shop several times and wondered what it was--I saw the solidarity fist; bar? Union headquarters? I found out what it was when I ended up here to buy souvenirs when flying home to visit family. They have TONS of stuff, lots of t-shirts and sweatshirts, but also hats, glasses, mugs... even pacifiers with the Chicago flag on them (you know I bought one for the toddler). They have some standard Chicago flag stuff but they also put their spin on it with some flags made with animal paws, or maybe my favorite was the one with apples on it. I think that's what lured me in, actually; my best friend is a teacher and I wanted to get one to take to her. The guy that works there told me the story, that the teacher's union was going to strike and this was a design they had come up with and Rep CHI started printing them. I looooooove the way the Chicago flag is used as the basis of so many designs and this is one of my favorites. Prices are super reasonable and you'll find lots of great stuff here. If you have visitors, I'd definitely bring them here first to look for souvenirs. The parking is fairly easy, all street in this area of Jeff/Portage Park. And grab a few of their little buttons on the way out!

Marian, with an A, is a gem of a person and an outstanding business owner! I felt like a valued…read morecustomer walking in off the street. The Chicago themed items for sale in her store are good quality and reasonably priced. I will definitely return soon to score some more Chitown merch. Thank you, Marian.

Described on their website as "An Art Deco and Art Nouveau Concept Store," so if you are…read morecultivating an historical vibe, this is the shop to check out for decor and gifts! Lots of flappers will be found, as well as cocktail accoutrements, trinket trays, jewelry, stationery, and bath products.

Gorgeous selection of truly unique items. This is my go-to store for glassware and special gifts…read more Don't listen to the negative reviews, the prices are worth it -- you're paying for the work of someone finding and curating these items which you may otherwise not find yourself. That's invaluable!