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Ready, Set, Shop!
 Chicago's North Shore is truly a shopping enthusiast's paradise! Whether you fancy a leisurely stroll through a neighborhood antique shop or prefer the high-energy hustle and bustle of a world-class shopping mall, the North Shore promises something for everyone.
If you're looking for a wide range of products, start your shopping spree with a visit to any of the area's nationally recognized department stores. You'll find everything from cosmetics and clothing to appliances and home furnishings. If unique finds and one-of-a-kind items are even more appealing, the North Shore's downtown retail shopping districts are just for you with their array of antique stores, chic designer boutiques, specialty shops, magnificent art galleries, and charming neighborhood storefronts, you'll marvel at the wonderful choices you have.
At the end of the day you'll surely agreeChicago's North Shore provides an exceptional shopping experience.
Abt Electronics
A family-run appliance and electronics store operating a 65,000-square-foot showroom divided into unusual store-within-store areas for brands such as Sub-Zero, Apple, Bang & Olufsen and Viking. Virtually every brand name, high-end electronics product and appliance is on display in its showroom. In addition to serving the Chicagoland area, Abt is known throughout the Midwest and the U.S. as a unique destination focusing on a customer experience and satisfaction complete with competitive pricing.
1200 N. Milwaukee Ave. |
Glenview, IL 60025 |
888-228-5800
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Antiques & Porcelain by G.K.
The only antique shop in Glenview. Fine art, estate jewelry, pottery, porcelain, furniture, ivory, oriental works of art. Specializing in Meissen, KPM and much more. Cash for gold and silver consignments wanted. We are always interested in buying.
1705 Glenview Rd. |
Glenview, IL 60025 |
847-724-3059
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Ayla's Originals
Ayla's Originals is more than a fabulous bead store. It's also a haven for the creative soul in search of instruction, support, supplies, jewelry and even repair. Come and enjoy the beauty, friendship and spirit!
1511 Sherman Ave. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-328-4040
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Becky & Me Toys
Toys, dolls, games, books, crafts, and more for infants to pre-teens-our carefully chosen, toys encourage active, creative, open-ended play. Our knowledgeable staff can help you select perfect gifts for your special kids and for the kid in you. Please visit our other location at 620 Grove St., Evanston P: 847-492-1030
1462 Waukegan Rd. |
Glenview, IL 60025 |
847-729-8850
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Belgian Chocolatier Piron
Trained by one of Belgium's most prominent chocolatiers, Master Chocolatier Robert Piron has brought the flavor, culture, and richness to Chicago's North Shore. Celebrating 20 years as Chicago's premier artisanal chocolatier.
509 Main St. |
Evanston, IL 60202 |
847-864-5504
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Crowded Closet
Ladies designer consignment boutique featuring clothing, handbags and shoes. Worth a visit for any pocketbook. Prada, Jimmy Choo, Fendi, St John, Chanel, Furla, Coach, J. Sander, etc. Open since 1974.
824 Dempster St. |
Evanston, IL 60202 |
847-475-1135
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Dancing Bear
Two unique and distinct galleries located in Evanston. Dancing Bear Native specializes in Native American art and jewelry while Dancing Bear Vintage features antiques from all over the world. Truly a treasure in the heart of Evanston.
1922 Central St. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-869-8080
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Egea Spa
Located in the heart of downtown Evanston, this North Shore Wellness spa provides body therapies, massage, skin care, waxing, nail care and packages with personalized attention to your individual needs and goals. Relax in a comfortable robe, enjoy a steam shower, sip herbal tea and replenish your soul. The goal of EGEA Spa is to guarantee an enjoyable experience, easily integrated into your lifestyle, enabling you to live a truly healthier life.
1521 Sherman Ave. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-332-2772
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Eve J. Alfille Gallery & Studio
Eve's Gallery is a magical place. Eve, an award-winning artist and former archaeologist, designs exquisite jewelry and her pieces range from the simple to the simply amazing - only things to lust for here. Alfillé's Gallery is a frequent stop for jewelry lovers and now Eve has captured the cachet of her brick and mortar venue in her online store where you can shop in your pj's and bunny slippers. Eve is continually adding new pieces, so take a look, the Gallery is not to be missed - you too could have a one-of-a-kind treasure that you'll cherish for the rest of your life!
623 Grove St. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-869-7920
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Folkworks Gallery
A one-of-a-kind gallery featuring American artists in a variety of monthly thematic shows. The shows feature Santas, angels, witches, arks, cats, dogs, and more. Also available are country antiques and vintage jewelry.
1310 1/2 Chicago Ave. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-328-0083
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Great Harvest Bread
When was the last time you visited a bread store that made everything from scratch? It's the ultimate experience! Owner, Dave Schaps, and his crew start by milling wheat fresh every day at 4 a.m. and baking it into big, beautifully designed loaves. Our handmade bread making process allows you to get the best tasting bread on earth. Most of our basic breads are guaranteed fresh for 7-10 days. Great Harvest bread store specializes in whole-wheat, handcrafted breads made from scratch. For the sweet lovers, there are delicious sweets and treats that are made from scratch each morning.
2126 Central St. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-866-8609
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Healthy Green Goods
Eco-friendly, toxin-free products for your home body and future. Everything from soaps, candles and books to carpet, mattresses and furniture!
702 Main St. |
Evanston, IL 60202 |
847-864-9098
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Illinois Nut & Candy Home of Fantasia Confections
Specializing in hand made chocolates, custom confections, dessert tables, gift baskets, corporate gifts, party trays, bulk candy and nuts. The entire store is certified kosher. Our line includes vegan, lactose free and gluten free products.
3745 W. Dempster St. |
Skokie, IL 60076 |
847-677-5777
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In Print Gallery
In Print Gallery unique for Pop Culture collectibles, now open in downtown Skokie. Offering unique collectible art featuring music, movies, magazines, comic books, sports as well as the exclusive representation of John R. Rowlands rock and roll photography.
4917 Oakton St. |
Skokie, IL 60077 |
847-329-0700
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ixia flowers
Contemporary, upscale floral shop specializing in weddings and events. Carries the freshest flowers from around the world from Holland, California to New Zealand. Ixia, a gallery of flowers makes the simple-art.
1630 Chicago Ave. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-332-1020
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Lois & Co.
Destination specialty store offers stylish apparel and accessories for every occasion. Clothing store for creative woman. Located on Central Street in Evanston on a lovely tree-lined street complete with unique boutiques, restaurants and specialty stores.
2014 Central St. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-869-0222
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Main Street Merchants Association
Sample Southeast Evanston's eclectic mix of independent specialty shops, live theater, unusual private museums and an international array of notable restaurants from casual to gourmet. Take a short stroll to the Lakefront Historic District. Drive or arrive car-free by Metra, CTA or bike.
704 Main St, 2nd Floor |
Evanston, IL 60202 |
847-492-3460
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Morning Glory
We create beautiful fresh flower arrangements as well as blooming plants and European gardens. Work with our design team to create exquisite custom floral for weddings, parties, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs and other special events.
1822 Glenview Rd. |
Glenview, IL 60025 |
847-729-2070
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Northbrook Court
Located in the heart of Chicago's affluent North Shore, Northbrook Court is home to a powerful anchor alignment: Neiman Marcus, Macy's, Lord & Taylor and a free-standing, 36,000 square foot Crate & Barrel Home Store. Also featuring BCBGMAXAZRIA, Cole Haan, CUSP, Tommy Bahama's, Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren, Burberry and Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa. Dining and entertainment options include P.F. Chang's, Stir Crazy, Di Pescara, and AMC Theatres providing 14 screens.
2171 Northbrook Court |
Northbrook, IL 60062 |
847-498-8161
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Oil & Vinegar
Enjoy flavors from around the world at our culinary gift shop. We have over 25 oils and vinegars on tap, delicious olives, tapanades and other delights from Africa, Southern Europe, Australia and more.
82 Old Orchard Center. F82 |
Skokie, IL 60077 |
847-763-1446
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Perennials
Everyone loves presents,Giving them,Getting them,Choosing them,Buying them,Opening them,Wrapping them? Perennials wraps them for you! That's our gift to you. Stop by to see our abundant selection of presents, teas, invitations, decorations.
2022 Central St. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-475-8327
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Red Door Spa
Leave all your stress at our doorstep. The moment you escape through the Red Door, a warm welcome and our sensitive staff of professionals assure you that you've come to the right place. Salon and spa services from massages and body treatments, nail services, hair design, skincare and makeup artistry. Serving the North Shore at two locations: 1604 Sherman Ave., Evanston 847-332-2339 and at 2171 Northbrook Court, Northbrook 847-272-6140.
2171 Northbrook Court |
Northbrook, IL 60062 |
847-272-9300
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Relaxing Urban Bodywork The "Rub"
The Rub. Relaxing Urban Bodywork is an Evanston-based family-owned business offering personalized and affordable massage therapy and relaxation services.Every massage is as unique as the person receiving it. Gift certificates available.
816 Church St. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-869-0300
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Schaefer's Wines, Foods and Spirits
Chicago's BEST says Chicago Tribune. Serving the North Shore and Chicagoland for 73 years, great staff, extensive service and selection, free delivery, free use of glassware, case discounts, full credit for returns, fabulous foods, gift baskets and more.
9965 Gross Pt. Rd |
Skokie, IL 60076 |
847-677-9463
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Spice House
The Spice House has been family owned since 1957. The philosophy is to offer the highest quality spices, herbs, and seasonings at far below grocery store prices. Featuring hand-blended ethnic Chicago neighborhood seasonings.
1941 Central St. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-328-3711
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Stella
This charming boutique located on Central Street in North Evanston, overflows with wonderful treasures. Shoppers will find artisan-crafted jewelry, creative clothing, fabulous handbags and eclectic home accessories and gifts. Stella is a must see!
2116 Central St. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-864-5565
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Ten Thousand Villages
From rings to rain sticks, from table linens to toys and games, it's all here. Sales benefit thousands of disadvantaged artisans worldwide. Stop by to sample the delicious fair trade coffee!
719 Main St. |
Evanston, IL 60202 |
847-733-8258
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The Cat's Meow!
Established in 1981, with purr-fect gifts for every occasion and holiday, including Precious Moments, Anna Lee, San Francisco Musicals, crystal, Red Hat items, Charming Tails, Joseph Age Girls, jewelry, Ty, Webkinz & so much more. Chicago souvenirs and your own custom Chicago landmarks only available here. A beautiful Christmas year round room featuring Christopher Rasko, Dept 56, Kurt Adler ornaments etc. Avoid all the mall crowds, this charming downtown Glenview shop is located between Waukegan road and Harlem avenue with easy parking in the front and rear. Open Monday Saturday 11am-5pm, closed Wednesday and Sunday.
1814 Glenview Rd. |
Glenview, IL 60025 |
847-657-6369
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The Glen Town Center
This perfectly-planned town offers beautiful shop and restaurant-lined -- just like a European town. A 10 screen movie theatre, shops including Von Maur, Ann Taylor Loft and Dick's Sporting Goods as well as restaurants unique to the North Shore including RA Sushi, Mitchell's Fish Market and Ted's Montana Grill. The Glen Town Center is also home to the Kohl Children's Museum, a leading institution for hands-on, interactive learning.
Patriot Blvd. at Navy Blvd. |
Glenview, IL 60026 |
847-724-2025
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The Silk Road
We are a small out of the way shop, filled with wonderful treasures. You will find beautiful jewelry and purses of all shapes and sizes. This is a fabulous place to shop for those unique accessories for women.
531 Davis St. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-424-1111
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Toys Et Cetra
Visit our world of hands-on creative play. We believe childhood is a special time of exploration and discovery. Our sales assistants are kid savvy and toy-wise. Our playthings are fun and fanciful, cooperative and constructive, imaginative and inventive.
711 Main St. |
Evanston, IL 60202 |
847-475-7172
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Turin Bicycle
Turin Bicycle is a leading bicycle shop for Chicago-area cycling enthusiasts and the general public. Since 1965, its knowledgeable and enthusiastic staff have offered a wide selection of brands, fit bikes to each individual, and shared their passion for cycling. The mission at Turin is more than selling bikes; it's to show you a good time on a bike, whatever your cycling style or goals may be.
1027 Davis St. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-864-7660
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Viking Cooking School
In addition to the cooking classes offered at The Viking Cooking School, we have a Culinary Shop where you can peruse the latest in Viking counter top appliances, like our Standmixer and Food Processor, as well as all the gourmet gadgets' you will need to make you a great home cook.
1140 N. Milwaukee Ave. |
Glenview, IL 60025 |
847-350-0705
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Walsh Natural Health
Visit the most unique natural health store on the North Shore! If you have a need for homeopathy, herbs or supplements while in town or just want to explore aromatherapy, flower essences and more; stop and see us.
2116 1/2 Central St. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-864-1600
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Westfield Old Orchard
One of the Midwest's most celebrated shopping malls. With over 100 specialty stores including retail giants Bloomingdale's, Lord & Taylor, Macy's, Nordstrom and Saks Fifth Avenue, this spectacular outdoor mall features beautiful gardens, landscaped walkways, sparkling fountains and children's play areas. McCormick and Schmick's, California Pizza Kitchen, Cheesecake Factory just to name a few and 13 screen AMC Garden Cinema provide fine dining and entertainment
I-94 and Old Orchard Road |
Skokie, IL 60077 |
847-673-6800
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Whole Foods Market
Founded in 1980 in Austin, Texas, Whole Foods Market is the world's leading natural and organic foods supermarket and America's first national certified organic grocer. The Whole Foods Market motto, "Whole Foods, Whole People, Whole Planet captures the company's mission to find success in customer satisfaction and wellness, employee excellence and happiness, enhanced shareholder value, community support and environmental improvement.
1640 Chicago Ave. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-733-1600
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Whole Foods Market Northbrook
Opening in August of 2007, Whole Foods Market is the world's leading natural and organic foods supermarket and America's first national certified organic grocer. The 60,000 square foot store, located at the corner of Willow and Waukegan Roads, will feature a culinary demonstration center, a lifestyle learning center, a crepe station, smokehouse, and gelateria.
840 Willow Rd. |
Northbrook, IL 60062 |
847-205-5353
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Willow Wauk Golf Shop
A family owned golf shop offering everything you need to enjoy the game of golf. Equipment, accessories & apparel at prices that rival the "big box golf retailers" and "online golf superstores" with unmatched service.
936 A Willow Rd. |
Northbrook, IL 60062 |
847-412-4492
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WineStyles
Evanston's family owned neighborhood wine shop. This cozy shop makes wine buying easy; these affordable, global wines are organized by taste and style. Find gifts and accessories too. Enjoy free tastings twice weekly.
1741 Sherman Ave. |
Evanston, IL 60201 |
847-328-4400
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