Chicago First Dates has exceeded my expectations with venue choices, and quality of guys that show…read moreup. I am now dating a really great man thanks to this company! I'm an accountant by trade and consider myself fairly picky along with being a harsh critic. It was hard for me to jump back into dating after raising my daughter. It was hard not to be skeptical when considering the speed dating options... and I was for sure not going to attempt online dating. The customer service here has been nothing short of exceptional answering all questions, and standing behind their product (Thanks Jon!!) For those that like to meet face to face, but are careful to not give out personal information, this is a great option. I've been to Aloft, Neat, and Coach House for a speed dating event held by Chicago First Dates. There are usually 8 to 12 guys that show up. The girls sit, and the guys move from table to table. The majority of the men have had great qualities and were just looking for someone to meet. The company doesn't do any sort of background check, but the cost seems to keep a good quality control. I would go to an event with questions that were general, but would tell me enough about a person. By the end of 5 minutes it's usually not too hard to tell if there is a spark, and interest in moving forward to a date. Of all the events I went on, there were few that I chose to "match" and go on a date. This had more to do with me being selective and not the caliber of guys that showed up. If I could give any advice it would be to not be afraid of going to an event even if it's a bit far away. People travel from all over for example... the Schaumburg event had people from Lombard, Downers Grove, Chicago, Schaumburg, and other cities. Sometimes it is hard to hear, so I'd pull the chair a little closer to me before the event started (sitting next to the guy instead of across the table). Lastly, know if you are just looking to "date" or head into a more serious relationship. I have found all of the guys to be straight forward with what they were looking for, and very honest. Either way it's a really fun night whether you meet that special someone, or decide to go to the next speed dating event. The time goes quick, and the conversations are really fun!! Chicago First Dates is worth giving a try!!!

I would not recommend this company to anyone. This is a scam! Let's talk about canceled event after…read morecancelled event. On top of it they will cancel your event a few hours before it is scheduled. So after 4 canceled events. I finally asked for a refund. I had canceled so many plans to make their event for them to cancel last minute. When I asked for a refund they said the I didn't tell them in time and needed to let them know 5 days before the event to cancel. But on the last email they sent out for the event it said please email confirm you are going. I never emailed them and they just decided to put me on the list. So just checking my email and I see I am on the list for event I didn't sign up for seems super sketchy. So I email back saying I can't make it and asked for a refund. To get a response back the best we can do is give you a free code for another event. These events rarely happen if ever... I just wanted a refund which I rightfully deserved after that whole experience. Please if you are looking for love go to an actual speed dating company not this scam. Also yes I created an account just for this because it was such an awful experience...

Gentlemen, Please…read morestay away from this business. I was charged $2,500 and the quality of the women I have met have not even come close to what was promised. I asked to date professionals who are established in their careers and was presented with with women who are unemployed. I was told that I would see many women, but have only been presented less than 10 women in over 6 months. I'm very disappointed. Also, many of the women I've been presented, I've already seen on Bumble or Match. THERE'S NOTHING EXCLUSIVE OR BENEFICIAL TO JOINING THIS SERVICE!!! STAY AWAY!

I haven't signed into Yelp for a few years. Today I noticed a had a review I wrote in 2013 but…read morenever hit the "post review button." Better late than never: I held off on writing a review of Matchmakers of Chicago (MOC, also known as Elan Dating Services and Sterling Register) because I was so angry about what I feel is a scam and I felt I could only write a review full of emotion instead of one grounded in the facts of what happened. So, I've taken two years to cool down and wait for them to come through with an apology and a refund. I've waited and received neither. And lest you think I've forgotten details of what happened I'm writing this review with the email and print correspondence, written contract and notes taken from phone calls with them during the time I used their services. They put on a charming in person presentation about how much care they put into choosing the people they matched their clients with. When I asked how these men were selected they alluded to lists of eligible bachelors who used to pay for this service or are currently paying for this service. I paid over $1,000 of my hard earned money (which was never refunded). Here are the snippets from emails I sent in after my two problematic dates: ------------------------------------ Feedback I emailed MOC after date #1 on 5-27-11 "--MY DATE-- was 15 minutes late but was nice, polite and good looking. However, this cannot count as one of my matches because they are supposed to be based on my criteria. He was in the seminary for over 10 years and is now a VERY Catholic man: no sex unless it's in marriage and for the purpose of having a baby, anti-gay, etc. There is no way humanly possible that anyone who had even glanced at my file might think that could be an acceptable match. Its a clear fundamental difference in lifestyle and values. I told --MOC EMPLOYEE 1-- outright during our interview that I had just split from an evangelical Christian due to religious difference among other things. This should not be news to her or the rest of the team. Please forward this to --MOC EMPLOYEE 1 & 2--. Also, is my 2nd date still on for next Wednesday? And is it possible to make sure he's not a bible banging Catholic? Or any of the other deal breakers written on my intake form?" ------------------------------------ Feedback I emailed MOC after date #2 on 6-1-11 "My date didn't know that I was matched with him through a professional, high end matchmaking service. He was under the impression I was there like him, for a "free date to meet someone else in the database who had gone a mixer at some point over the years." He also said, with surprise and concern, "why would they pair you up with a free-loader like me and not someone else looking for a love match?" ------------------------------------ MOC sent me the phone numbers of two of their current female clients for me to call and ask about their experiences. I called one of the women only after I began to have problems with the service. She told me of similar experiences and the low caliber of the men she was matched with. I feel gullible for believing their pitch and dumb for not having called one of the other female clients earlier. I should have more aggressively pursued getting a refund. Don't make the same mistakes I made.

My CPA company provided free massages for employees, and I was always a little reluctant about…read morethese "free" sessions. But after hearing several colleagues share positive experiences, I decided to give it a try -- and I'm very glad I did. Elena was professional, attentive, and made me feel completely comfortable. She pointed out tension spots, worked on them and adjusted the session accordingly. I was genuinely surprised by how much better I felt afterward, both physically and mentally. I would definitely book another session in the future.

Elena was very professional. She provided knowledgeable after care instructions. I left feeling…read morevery relaxed and ready to take on the day.

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Booked through her website, easy as pie. We are 800+ miles…read moreaway, but I felt as if my best friend was right there. She gathered some basic info and proceeded to expound and advise in a way YEARS of talk-therapy have never been able to. So grateful for her insight, sympathy, empathy and advise. Will DEFINITELY book again!!

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Paid top dollar expecting a real massage, but got nothing close. It felt lazy, unskilled, and like…read morehe was just going through the motions. His touch was so light it felt like he wasn't even trying, save your money and go elsewhere.

The best psychic in the Chicago suburbs. Lauren is amazing. She knows what you're feeling without…read moreyou telling her. She's legit not a scam 10/10

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I used counseling services from NVision You's therapist Dominique Apollon for over a year in-person…read moreand virtually (during the pandemic) prior to moving away form Chicago. I could not speak highly enough of NVision You and Dominique's approach. When I started counseling, my anxiety consumed my day-to-day life. My time with Dominique empowered me to work through my anxiety productively and positively. Our sessions were action oriented and productive. The quality of life I experience now is materially better, and I simply enjoy life more. I would recommend Dominique and NVision You to anyone.

NVision You is a very warm and reliable mental health practice that I have extreme confidence in…read morereferring others to. The counselors are knowledgeable and the office is beautiful and inviting. I highly recommend this practice to anyone who is looking to make improvements in their lives.