A trip to Chicago is not complete until we also make a trip to Garrett. I love getting the caramel and cheese corn mix. It is so quintessential Chicago experience. The service is always great. Please come and create your own adventure. read more

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First time trying Garrett's this trip. Had it earlier, but had to restock up. On pricier side, but enjoyed the nut mix options. If you haven't had it before, ask the staff to sample! read more

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Garrett Popcorn is one of those Chicago staples that feels like part of the city's identity. We walked up to the Magnificent Mile location, and the smell of fresh popcorn hit us before we even reached the door, a warm, buttery aroma that immediately set the tone for the visit. The shop itself is compact and usually busy, with a steady line of customers moving through the counter, but the staff keeps orders moving efficiently enough that the wait never feels excessive. The Garrett Mix is the obvious choice for a first visit, combining sweet caramel and savory cheddar popcorn in a way that somehow works perfectly together. We ordered a bag and found the popcorn had a light, crisp texture, with each kernel coated evenly and the flavors balancing without one overpowering the other. The caramel added a rich sweetness, while the cheddar brought a sharp, salty contrast that made the combination addictive. The popcorn is made fresh throughout the day, and the quality of each batch felt consistent, with no stale or undercooked pieces. While there are plenty of other flavors and seasonal options available, the classic mix remains the standout, and it is easy to see why it has become synonymous with Chicago. The shop is more of a grab-and-go experience than a place to linger, making it convenient if you are exploring downtown or looking for something to enjoy on the walk back to your hotel. The packaging is practical, with bags that seal well to keep the popcorn fresh, and they also offer a variety of collectible tins if you are planning to bring some home as a souvenir or gift. The staff handled the steady flow with efficiency, and the turnover was fast enough that even when the line stretched, we were out within a few minutes. Garrett Popcorn has earned its reputation over the years, and it is one of those places that lives up to the hype. It is simple, consistently fresh, and a stop we would recommend to anyone visiting Chicago for the first time. The combination of the iconic mix, the freshness of the product, and the efficient service makes it a reliable choice for a classic Chicago treat that feels both familiar and distinctly local. read more

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A trip to Chicago feels incomplete without stopping at Garrett Popcorn! We tried all the flavors, and honestly, it was hard to pick a favorite because each one has something different to offer. From the sweet to the savory options, everything was fresh, crunchy, and full of flavor. Of course, the classic Chicago Mix--caramel and cheese together--is still something special. The combination of sweet, salty, buttery, and cheesy flavors sounds unusual at first, but somehow it works perfectly! The Michigan Ave location is in a great spot if you're exploring the Magnificent Mile, making it an easy stop while sightseeing. The kids especially enjoyed trying all the different flavors, and it was fun deciding which ones everyone liked best. read more

Got the caramel popcorn!! Loved the crunch when you bite into it and the flavor was so good 8.5/10. I liked these more than the packaged or jarred ones since they tasted way fresher and actually popped. Also tried a sample of the chocolate pecan caramel crisp and that one was pretty solid too 7/10. Line moved fast and such a cute spot. read more

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facility/area was clean, but unfortunately, the caramel popcorn was burnt and the butter popcorn tasted stale read more

Garrett Popcorn Shops - Popcorn Shops Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Omg!!!!!!!!! I've heard so many great things about Garrett's popcorn so when my husband went on a work trip to Chicago I made him stop. This is BY FAR the best popcorn I've ever had! I got the caramel and you can tell they use excellent caramel!!! I will be ordering more once my bag is out! read more

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just left the Chicago location customer service was horrible. employees were very short very nasty rushed made us feel like we were a inconvenience after we spent $121 on popcorn. I would've thought better service than we received. customer service skills are very lacking. read more

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Wow! I read about the popcorn and how we should try the cheddar caramel mix - I thought NO WAY but then I bought the mix in a bag at the tilt thing (tourist attraction) becasue we hadn't come upon a proper store that day - got back to our hotel room and I ATE THE WHOLE BAG - omg I think I'm lucky I live far far away becasue I could eat this stuff for breakfast lunch and dinner lol seriously try the mix! read more

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The cheddar and butter flavors taste standard. The caramel popcorn has a nice light and crisp coating, and tasted standard. The popcorn was very fresh and was bagged quickly. The employee serving the popcorn put a bag over the bag of popcorn to help keep it dry since it was raining outside, which was really nice. read more

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I thought the people working here were really friendly Stop by here rather than the airport there's a huge price difference I got the cheese and caramel. As well as the simply salted popcorn They had a special on the Tins. My family likes the Frango mint chocolates and to my surprise they sell them here too! read more

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Yummy to infinity. Stopped here during our recent navy pier visit. How can anyone walk past a Garrett Shop and not buy popcorn. Always a good stop. So we grabbed a supply and left. Nice shop, nice people Yummy read more

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This is one of Garrett's smaller shops, but it is conveniently located off the magnificent mile. It can get crowded with lines on the weekend, but if you're staying through the weekdays, then I'd recommend dropping by around then since there's usually not much of a wait. Definitely worth a stop for some fresh, delicious popcorn. Garrett's mix ftw! read more

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A must try when visiting Chicago. The options are simple so it should be easy to decide. The caramel is my favorite. I do suggest for the cheese flavor to eat it sooner over later as it looses it's freshness and got chewy. Definitely recommend ! read more

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I must update the 2018 review. I visited this location again on August 29, 2025. I purchased the buttery popcorn and it was stale. The popcorn I have shipped taste fresh and is much better than what I received at this location. There was no line, so I was in and out. Thinking I was receiving a freshly popped that day treat, I was disappointed when I arrived to my hotel to discover the popcorn was stale. There was no way this was made fresh, I will stick to online ordering, yes it is more expensive, but I have not been disappointed in what I receive via shipping. Employees were friendly, but that does not make up for poor quality. read more

Flew in yesterday for a conference, checked in, dumped my bags and headed out to Garretts off Michigan. Oh man, the smell when you walk in is a warm delicious hug. I ordered a large with 3/4 cheese and 1/4 caramel. The perfect combination of cheesy goodness with just a touch of sweetness. Large bag any flavor is only $9.99. Embarrassingly, when I got back to my room I ate half the bag. But hey, no witnesses. I really like that the cheese doesn't stick to your fingers like Cheetos. At this rate, I'll have to buy another bag tomorrow. read more

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Garrett Popcorn is the ultimate treat! The popcorn is fresh, tender and crispy. The coatings are filled with love! They are smooth and delicate. This year, I was fortunate enough to indulge in their mint, chocolate and caramel mix. The mint coating is vibrant and refreshing! It is a mint fan's dream! Unfortunately, it is only available around St. Patty's day. read more

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My first time to Garrett. Jumbo caramel popcorn. Tastes like Cracker Jack without the peanuts and prize. Can't go wrong. Interesting that an establishment that sells nothing but popcorn can flourish. read more

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Garrett Popcorn is so good after years of buying it at the airport or getting it shipped to my house I was finally able to pop into a store. There is metered parking or a parking garage close by. There was a bit of a line but like always it moved fast. Then it was time to place my Garrett Mix order and take my prize home to enjoy later. Customer service was great, no complaints. read more

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Pricing is a little less at the store vs the airport. But wherever you decide to get some, be sure to get some!! Even the shuttle bus drivers will be your friend. read more

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This Garrett store is located on the Magnificent Mile, a perfect place to pause and grab a snack before you continue appreciating the walk. I got here on Friday afternoon, and contrary to my expectations, the store had a very small, with a quick-moving line. I got a medium "Garrett Mix" because I wanted the best of both the caramel and Cheddar Popcorn worlds. I was sharing it with my husband, but I found the portion quite large, and it was a good deal. Garrett popcorns are mushroom popcorns (not popcorn with mushrooms), they're round, compact, more dense, and coat flavor better than other popcorn. Garrett's cheddar popcorn was delicious. While one would wonder that they could get any popcorn from a supermarket instead, I noticed that, unlike those store-bought popcorn, the cheddar seasoning coat does not stick to your fingers! Although I enjoyed the Garrett mix, the caramel popcorn was my favorite. I loved the crunch, and it was hard to resist. Garrett Mix is recommended; it hits the right notes of sweet and savory. Warning: Garrett Mix is dangerously addictive! read more

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The Garrett Mix is the perfect sweet and savory popcorn mix. Exactly how I love my popcorn, very cheesy and mixed with caramel covered popcorn. Delicious and addictive. Definitely worth a try and living up to the hype. read more

The quality and flavor are always top notch. The staff is always friendly and patient. My absolute favorite is the mix of cheddar and caramel. Come on!!! Whenever you see Garrett Popcorn, get it! You won't regret it because it is addictive! read more

If I come to Chicago I gotta find a Garrett Popcorn Shop!! The best caramel popcorn!! That Shop smells awesome!! The Staff are so friendly and helpful. I just love their popcorn! Usually I get a mixed bag of cheese and caramel but today I got the caramel popcorn only!! Ohhhh Sooo good!! Easy 5 Stars !! read more

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Friendly workers Best popcorn I purchased the cheese flavor I've tried the pecan mixed so good read more

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Unsure which location they used, so writing the review on this one. Went out to Chicago for work a couple of weeks back, more or less, and at the hotel they were hosting us at, we had many little goodies present. Among them were these cute little popcorn bags from Garrett Popcorn Shops. I grabbed one of these bags and have been snacking on it the last couple of days. This is pretty good popcorn. The mix I have has cheddar popcorn, as well as caramel popcorn. I'm no popcorn aficionado, but this is hard to not eat entirely in one sitting. I'm seriously a fan. I'm here wondering now how great the popcorn tastes when it's fresh, given how much I'm raving about a goodie bag. read more

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A travel group I belong to suggested getting Garrett's popcorn while I'm in town for work. I wanted to try the popcorn so I got a bag for $5 or so and it was freshly scooped. I got the spicy cheesecorn (limited flavor). It was very tasty and good. I decided to come back and buy 3 tins as they last 2 weeks in their sealed containers. I chose the most popular which is the Garrett mix (cheesecorn with caramel corn). It does cost a lot more to get the popcorn in a tin ($13.50) but I had limited space in my carry on luggage and I needed the popcorn to last longer, so I felt it was worth it for my situation. That and I had promised that I would bring this back! The service was friendly, fast and efficient. There always seems to be a line but it moves fast. read more

Garrett Popcorn Shops - These are the smallest tins called petite size. These will last 2 weeks in the sealed tin. They seal it for you. - Popcorn Shops Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Last month, I placed my first order from Garrett Popcorn Shops. I had my shipment sent to the hotel that I was staying at in Eagan, MN. The from address on the box matched this store. Before this shipment, I normally got my Garrett Popcorn fix travelling through Chicago O'Hare International Airport. I typically get a large bag of caramel crisp popcorn at a Garrett's store before I take my last flight segment home. I decided to join Garrett's mailing list. For Valentine's Day, it had a special on a tin bundle. It included a classic tin containing Chicago (caramel and cheese) popcorn mix and a petite tin that had chocolate popcorn. It was at a reduced price and shipping was free. Sold! I am a regular guest at a hotel in Eagan. Staff are used to my shipping one or two packages to the hotel each time I stay there. Sure enough. this shipment made it there a day before I had arrived. I fetched it on Valentine's Day from the front desk. When you get tins, the option to choose your tin design is there. Although the traditional blue stripes would have been nice, I went with the pink stripe scheme. The tins were so beautiful that I debated whether to toss them or bring them back. I chose the latter. They travelled well in my luggage. They are perfect for storage, and protect your precious popcorn or whatever in them. On Garrett's online site, it has recommendations for reusing the tins. Using them for succulents was one suggestion. I'm thinking that you'd need to drill holes at the bottom for drainage. Obviously, clean them first! Anyway, during my five days in Eagan, followed by a couple of days in Winnipeg, I snacked on both the Chicago and chocolate mixes. The former had the best buttery caramel and cheesy popcorn. The chocolate was so good and surprisingly not ridiculously sugary. I drove a lot. I recommend snacking on popcorn on road trips. As a popcorn fan, Garrett's is the best. It's nice that when I'm not at Chicago O'Hare, I can still get my fix by having popcorn its shipped to me wherever I am. (91) read more

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Whenever you visit Chicago be sure to put Garrett's popcorn on your list. They have multiple locations including the airport. They have some of the best and freshest popcorn. You can get a sample and try it out before you decide on your favorite flavor. They offer various sizes in bags or tin containers. It's worth the trip. The lines can be long depending on the time of day you visit. Don't wait until the last minute to get there. Go check them out! read more

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The longevity of Garrett's speaks volumes. The popcorn tastes the same as it did years ago. While a bit on the pricey side the quality is worth it to me. read more

I just received a tin of Garrett's Popcorn in the mail as a Christmas gift; what a great idea for the snacker who's hard to shop for! I could barely get it out of the box before I ripped into it, and was instantly transported back to my time in Chicago. I have three flavors, butter, cheddar, and caramel! There are many imitators but these guys have popcorn figured out. They're equally as delicious as I remembered! read more

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I was a big fan of Garrett's popcorn especially the Chicago mix but today I ordered it and I got burnt caramel and it's a bitter taste in my mouth and it left a bitter taste for me. So I am done after all these years of eating Garrett's I will never eat it again they have lost a lifelong customer. read more

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There's always a line but it goes quickly with an efficient staff and streamlined process. While I like the seasonal hot cocoa and white chocolate options, the classic Garrett mix is a hands down favorite. Great gift, stocking stuffer sizes too and if visiting from out of town, the Chicago skyline designed tin will definitely be a hit for the folks back home. read more

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Popcorn was stale and not good. I got the Garrett Mix (Chicago mix) and was VERY disappointed. The cheese was not fresh and the caramel tasted burnt. The bag from MDW airport location tasted better. read more

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I stopped by close to closing on a Tuesday night, the staff was friendly but seemed concerned when I ordered three jumbo bags of cheese corn and a large bag of Garrett mix. They have a big sign up that says it's for immediate consumption- I'm not sure if this is new. They don't have to worry, we're frequent Garrett popcorn customers and we've bought many bags to bring home as well as many tins online shipped right to our house. I will say the bags that are packed at the airport have been more tightly packed both filling wise and the way they twist up the top to keep is sealed. Maybe the person helping me was newer, or maybe they really just wanted me to eat the popcorn right away. I already dropped off the Garrett mix with my grandparents who are loving it and the cheddar will be devoured by my husband as soon as I get home. I highly recommend giving it a try if you've never been. If you are flying out of Chicago you can also find stands in the airport. I was secretly hoping to try the apple caramel crisp seasonal flavor while I was here, but I didn't see it. Maybe I'll order some online. read more

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I've heard of this popcorn and when I checked into my hotel room at the Royal Sonesta there was a tin in my room as a welcome gift. It was delicious and I am taking 3 tins home with me as gifts. I had the cheddar and caramel mix and it's so yummy! The staff behind the counter were efficient and friendly. read more

Great location. Since this shop is smaller, they only allow so many people in here at a time, which is no big deal. There is a note on the door stating that only so many people can be inside at a time. Well, some people don't read and so the staff in always just yelling to those people to close the door. Sure, they should read the sign, but there has got to be a better way. And when you get to the counter, you better be ready with your order. While in line, I observed the staff and their very mediocre attitudes. I got to the counter, asked one simple question and gave my order. When it was time to pay, I was ready. Thank the staff and got out. It very much felt like an episode from Seinfeld and the soup nazi. I ordered the caramel and cheddar. The cheddar was good, but the caramel had a burnt after taste to it. Not sure I would visit this location again, too stressful for popcorn that had a burnt aftertaste. read more

This popcorn was definitely the best popcorn I've ever had. The Garrett Mix comes with the flavors 'CheeseCorn' and 'CaramelCrisp'. Each kernel is generously coated with flavor. The CheeseCorn was so so so so so good it's almost hard to explain because it left me SPEECHLESS. The cheese just tasted great and it didn't give me an artificial cheese puff vibe ya know? The CaramelCrisp was absolutely COVERED in caramel and the crunchiness of it gave some nice texture paired with the softness of the CheeseCorn popcorn. These were amazing by themselves but paired together they were HEAVENLY!!!! HEAVENLYYYYYYY!!!!!!!!! I wish I could have bought a bigger tin of this but it wouldn't have fit in my carry-on Guess I have to go back to Chicago!! Also- look at how cute my little tin is They had 4 color options and the navy blue was is the original design and usually on these food reviews I go for the most classic dish on the menu at each place I go to but for some reason this pink tin was calling my name more than the original blue tin so I HAD to get it and have no regrets. I love her. ‍ read more

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One of Oprah's favorite things- a Chicago classic The classic caramel corn with cheddar is it delicious sweet and savory combination . I've also tried the cashew caramel corn, which is delicious . Sometimes they have seasonal specials . It would be great if they kept a spicy cheese or just spicy on the menu permanently.. read more

FLAVOR (2/5): Came here because everyone told me it's a Chicago classic and wanted to bring some souvenirs home too. I love kettle corn so this was a big disappointment for me. The caramel one was coated in so much sugar it sticks to your teeth. The butter popcorn was so stale I couldn't believe it even after they brought a new batch out, it was still stale lol. There was a customer that came back while I was there to tell the employees to try their popcorn because it's stale. It should have been a big enough warning for stay away. INSTAGRAM WORTHY (2/5): This store is super small, it's a one direction go in and come out place. It has a huge popcorn bucket which is kind of cute I guess. Otherwise the store smelled like musk and old butter. SERVICE (2/5): We wanted to sample their flavors because it was our first time coming here but the worker gave us one flavor and disappeared for another 5 minutes. Then another person came, did the same thing and we just stood there awkwardly. The guy that did end us helping us with our order didn't even seal it fully. The popcorn became even more stale than it already was. TAKEAWAYS: Half of their popcorn flavor was out when we got there. Save your money because the popcorn here was actually not worth it. read more