I've been pleased to use Farmers Market for many years. Their plants see always well cared for and…read morehealthy. Over the years they've expanded their selection to include more trees and shrubs. One of the things that I love is that they load bagged compost, mulch , potting soil directly to your car. It's an enormous help to me and I'm sure to many others.

Always has a wonderful selection of flowers. Enjoy coming here for my annual flower box selection!read more

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!

I have been using Susan, Ruben and the Fertile team for 5 years now and they continue to blow me…read moreaway with their creativity, service and price. They plant my roofdeck and window boxes and it just keeps getting better! Well done!!

I like coming here for the selection and to support a small business instead of big box store. But…read moreI have to agree with other reviewers, the staff here can be off putting. Anytime I ask questions they just repeat what's on the care tag. They don't seem passionate about gardening and make the whole interaction uncomfortable.

The number of pandemic projects I've taken on in the past few months is pretty impressive. Whether…read moreyou're looking for mounting hardware, water supply valves, electrical wires & outlets, toilet wax rings, they have just about everything you need for that DIY home improvement project you're working on. Not sure why I've been so loyal to home depot since moving to Chicago a few years back, but in general I do find Menard's prices to be slightly cheaper than home depot. Another point worth mentioning is their propane refills/exchange are only $15. By far the cheapest I've seen in the Lincoln Park area. 'Save big money at...' You know how it goes. 'Til next time, cheers!

You pay full price, fill out a form and the so called rebate is not your money back to you but more…read moreof a store credit that you have to spend at Menards. That, folks, is not a rebate.

I loved this store and felt like I could have looked through the books and crannies for hours. I…read morewalked away with one small treasure: the cutest vintage ring with a pave heart on a dangle! It's so unique and adorable. I can't wait to go back and search for more treasures!

Unique and vast selection of curated antique pieces! I was in the market for some vintage rings and…read morethey had a great section. They had 2 boxes of $25 rings plus others that were more expensive. I was able to ask questions and try as many as I felt like trying without feeling annoying. I could spend hours looking at the artwork in that store. Beautiful spot. Don't miss the basement that has even more cool things!

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!

Such a cute shop, and the owner obviously knows what's what and takes very good care of the green…read morebabies. Also a big selection of adorable isopods, crystals and niceness.

The photos online does not do this place justice! What a variety and great selection at very…read morereasonable prices! Today was my second time there and it had been years. The shop owner is clearly not only extremely knowledgeable but loves his plant babies passionately. As someone who gets sentimental with plants this hooked me. Can't wait to go back!