This place is fantastic and the owner is such a fun and witty guy to chat with. I can always find…read moreso many cool, one of a kind items here for my home and all at reasonable prices. It's nice not to have generic pottery barn or CB items like all the Joneses do. Over the last few years I've been able to find cute knick-knacks for the house, tables, and an antique Eastlake piece that I'm using as a bar. This place is a gem and everyone should visit. Places like this are why I prefer to shop local.

Have you ever walked into someone's home and thought to yourself, "Hmmm... Pottery Barn catalog,"…read moreor ditto, Crate and Barrel? I'm not dissing those stores, no, no, no. I love them! They stock the staples of good design. On the other side of the ledger there are antique stores, where there are always surprises, one-of-a-kinds and the smell of old wood. What's not to like? And then there's PRAHA: A rich collection of new and old, unusual pieces of decorative and architectural elements from Europe and the US, from dovetailed wooden boxes to large furniture pieces, linens and treasures of all types, jams, jellies and dip mixes, antique Shanghai Ladies posters, cottage style furnishings, lamps, trunks, European and domestic enamelware... on and on it goes... For me, PRAHA is like the proverbial candy store, and was elevated to Favorite Store status the first time I stepped inside. Much of the store's allure is the result of many shopping expeditions to Praha (Prague), where the owners purchased furniture and treasures as old as the hills, then shipped via crate back to the US. They trek to the best flea markets in the US. They keep their radar humming 24/7; a find is a find, no matter where it's discovered. But it's not just the merchandise. It's Todd and David, shopkeepers and proprietors. They love their store. They insist on expert craftsmanship in the new items they choose to sell, and enjoy musing on the secret history of their antiques. In chatting with Todd (for almost 2 hours on my first visit!) I discovered we share a love of old enamelware, antique tins, small boxes and interesting little containers. (Talk about a candy store!) Some acquisitions never make it to sale. One such item is an old coffee tin that Todd chose to keep for his own kitchen. It's not on display; it is used to store coffee, like it has been forever. He remarked how he always thinks about its mysterious history, the stories that could be told about the family in Praha who used it for generations. "Just think of it!" he said! There are stores filled with merchandise, clerks, and cashiers. And then there is PRAHA, filled with fabulous treasures, not the least of which are its shopkeepers, Todd and David. Czech it out!

It's amazing how many years it took me to finally visit this place. The Good Old Days is a sleeper…read morehit, hiding on a stretch of Belmont that has more than a handful of vintage and antique shops. There is BOTH and upstairs and a downstairs, and so so so much to look at. On a properly sunny day, their upstairs room with all the vintage art deco stained glass will take your breath away. I ended up walking away with an end table myself, but I know exactly what antique shop I'll be swinging by every so often, or bringing out of towners who want to see pieces of Chicago history, displayed in a classic Chicago apartment.

Fine business to buy from. Our museum in Alabama found something they had online that we really…read moreneeded and they worked with us on the price as well as shipping the item to us. Could not have asked for more helpful and willing assistance in making our purchase. Mark Bailey was phenomenal in helping us. Shipping was cost effective and excellently packed. Would buy from them again without hesitation. We highly recommend this business.

Wonderful wonderful. Such unique items. I could buy everything in the store. So many items that…read moreseem to be one of a kind. The owner really does his research to find such interesting things. Don't wait. Go now!

Hawthorne is my favorite vintage shop in the city! It's full of beautifully curated and lovingly…read moretended items from furniture to dishware and everything in between! If you're hunting for those perfect pieces to furnish your home or a useful and unique gift - start at Hawthorne!! The owner is so helpful and really cares about the items he's offering. The environment is cozy with plenty to choose from but not overwhelming! This shop is one of 5 all in a row on Lincoln - so there's 5 great reasons to stop! Parking is easy and free on Sundays!

I recently went to Jayson Home to pick up a small orchid. It took everything out of me to stay…read morefocused and not look around. It's one of those places where you pop in for a minute and can easily leave an hour later. This place is teeming with eclectic items for every room in the house. Even though the store is big, it has a feeling of being one of those small shops in a seaside town with great art objects and home decor. The kind of store you wished they had back home only it is back home in Chicago! My only quip about this store is the customers you run into during your visit. While Jayson's carries items for most people's budget, they do have items for those who have, let's say, extra, extra income. And for some reason the people I've come across in my path of perusing come off very snobby. That aside, I have found the service to be friendly and helpful.

We had to stay home for the first time for the holidays due to covid so this Christmas was looking…read morea little different for us. We'd never had a real tree and since we lived across the street from Jayson Home, we decided to pick out our first live tree to make the season a bit warmer. Their tree selection was perfection. All the trees were healthy and came in many shapes and sizes. The staff was super friendly and helpful. When we finally found 'the one' it was love at first sight. We just knew. The staff gently wrapped it up for us and we left it there to pick up the next day. When we arrived to take our tree home, we were surprised when a staff member offered to carry it across the busy street into our house! We were prepared to make the arduous journey alone, but this man was a saint. Once inside, we grounded our tree, released its casing, and stepped back. Wow. After a horrible year this was just what we needed. The aroma hit us like a million happy Christmas memories years before. Thank you Jayson Home for helping make this year a little brighter for us and for your helpful staff!

Wow! What a great find!…read more I just happened to notice a vintage shop while I waited at a stop light. I visited my son and we decided to headover to check it out. The shop is filled with fun things. I loved the kitchy light up paintings. There were a ton of ashtrays, cocktail glasses, artwork, sculptures, furniture and more. The prices were very reasonable too. The owners were so nice. Melissa was so friendly and chatted with us about all kinds of things. I will definitely return to see what items they have gotten in and also to chat with the owners again. This shop is a great place for anyone looking for neat vintage pieces at decent prices.

Really great place to look at well-priced vintage items, the owners were so nice, I'd come again…read morejust to chat! Totally recommend you visit this store.

What a lovely store! While it's mostly Asian antiques, they have a great mix of modern vintage and…read moreEuropean pieces as well. Including a few truly stunning MCM wall systems, tables and coat racks. The Asian architectural pieces - pillars, wall reliefs, etc. - were so gorgeous that I wished I had some vast room or garden to place them. Some pieces are quite expensive but nothing is overpriced for what you would be getting. The salespeople are very helpful too.

I had visited The Golden Triangle when this store participated in Open House Chicago last October…read more Located on Clark Street just north of the Chicago River, this venue features a unique treasure trove of antiques, architectural elements, and artworks. While a great deal of the selections leans towards Asian objects, there is a fine enough stylistic variety where you will feel like you have visited a small museum after a tour of the lovely showrooms. If you have a mansion to decorate or have a few dollars in your checkbook, you might just be walking away with an incredible find.

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!

So it's tiny, but mighty. Each booth is curated, colorful and whimsical. Many mid-century items…read more they had a nice selection of records at good prices. The lady at the counter was so friendly, and actually listened and seemed interested to carry a conversation. Very welcoming! Loved the total experience.

What a refreshing change! The "old" mall was hard to navigate, cramped and had a worn out feeling…read more The "New" Mall is very welcoming and open with a lot of personality. Great variety of vendors with eclectic tastes. Some real values and some amazing high-end art and collectibles. They even have a Vegan baker; just in case you're hungry and need to fuel your shopping.