Gift Shops in Chicago, IL

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“Wonderful store filled with eclectic items that are fun and a little "sassy" We always find a great gift every time we go in. The people behind the counter are friendly and helpful. Definitely a go-to spot for gifts (or something to treat yourself)”

4.8 Superb112 Reviews

“Perfection. Go there! My favorite part was asking if they had rubber chickens. "I think we do! In the back." And they did, a bag of the tiny rubber chickens I needed.”

4.9 Superb61 Reviews

“I love this little boutique store filled with local art in all types of mediums. Great gift ideas and some fantastic Chicago specific decor finds. Great store in my favorite neighborhood in the city.”

4.9 Superb54 Reviews

“My friends recommended this place to me since I collect pins and metal pieces for my backpack and this is a place full of very interesting things and I recommend that you go down to this place, you will find something to your liking and the owners of the place are extremely friendly and very nice I recommend going to this place!!!!!:)”

5 Superb33 Reviews

“Beautiful shop and the owner was very sweet. A lot of eclectic things in this store. The jewelry selection is so stunning! The piece I picked for myself was made by a designer in Kenya. Highly recommended this local shop.”

4.9 Superb43 Reviews

“I went in because I saw they were open later. I didn’t have anything in mind that I was shopping for but was able to find some things for my sister in law. They have a lot of holiday kitchen items, purses, ladies winter wear, Chicago themed gifts, etc. I want to go back and do some shopping for myself!”

4.8 Superb51 Reviews

“Very Nice, warm and pleasant greetings. Very attentive with a large variety of beautiful clothes, jewelry, Shea, and art pieces. Fabrics out of this world, and reasonably priced.”

4.9 Superb35 Reviews

“One Strange Bird has been my go-to for unique gifts for quite some time now. Definitely head in there if you want to find something special for yourself or someone else.”

4.9 Superb34 Reviews

“I’ve started Christmas shopping here since 2020 when I decided I wanted to support a small business. Everyone loves the gifts and many support important causes in Chicago as well. When ordering online everything comes beautifully wrapped and they took the time to write a note for me when I couldn’t be home for the holidays!”

4.8 Superb43 Reviews

“What a lovely shop, with an even lovelier proprietor! I've been visiting metta baby down the street for the last few weeks, and when I've passed Virtu it piqued my interest. Today I was at metta baby for a CPR refresher so I finally had the opportunity to head down the block and check it out. The owner had opened it a few minutes early because when I got there at 10:58 (they open at 11) there were already a few people in and she joked that perhaps she should open at 10.She was super friendly with everyone in the store and very helpful. There were a couple folks with whom she was talking about the being a business owner (they were also business owners), and the business climate in Bucktown. She was joking around with some other customers about some funny cards that she carries. When I was looking at the various jewelry cases she has throughout the store, she let me know right away that if I wanted to see anything to let her know, and she told me about some of the designers that she had in her shop. I really enjoyed talking with her, and I'm almost ashamed I didn't get her name. Her passion for her business and local businesses in general, as well as her dedication to truly providing fantastic and thoughtful service to her customers was palpable. Virtu's proprietor is the epitome of why I LOVE to shop local; oftentimes people at mass merchandisers, whilst hard working and helpful, don't have the same sort of pride, flexibility, and ethos of care that a local business owner does.I visited a couple days before Halloween, and she mentioned that after the holiday she'd start putting out the Christmas merchandise which is already waiting to make its debut. I think she also mentioned that she has extended hours during the holiday season. I'm excited to stop in once she's in the holiday swing to see what I can find here for friends, loved ones (and who knows, maybe even myself), and maybe even something special for my little one's first Christmas.”

4.8 Superb40 Reviews

“Always an amazing time when visiting AAE! Something about the positive vibes, amazing products, and superior customer service that does it for me! I've attended numerous events here and always send over recommendations! The perfect place to host an event, attend an event, or purchase handcrafted and natural products.”

4.8 Superb33 Reviews

“This is such a special and even magical place, right out of a movie. I love the vintage stamped ceiling and the quirky, beautiful ornaments in the shape of every kind of animal— have an octopus, zebra, lion, and more. A wonderful place to pick out a thoughtful gift from a local small business, especially when you don’t know what to get or for the person who has everything.”

4.8 Superb33 Reviews

“Today, I called needing to cancel my order and Anita answered the phone, she was an angel on the other line...patient, compassionate and beyond amazing. This will be the only edible I use in the 60630 zipcode. Anita is the reason there are good humans in the world.. she treated me like family and her kind words made my day as I attempt to be supportive for my person! I have also had an arrangement delivered before and it was wonderful.”

4.7 Superb49 Reviews

“Best shop to find local artisan products. I bought two of the loveliest earrings from this store. The owner is very knowledgeable about each of the artisans. She explains the person behind their work. If you are keen to support local talents. This place is definitely a must visit in Chicago.”

4.8 Superb31 Reviews

“An awesome place to get a gift. I came to get a birthday gift for my friend. They have candles key chains wallets and necklaces. I absolutely love this place!! if your looking for a great gift this is definitely a place to come for something cute an unique. The customer service is awesome they helped me pick out the perfect gift I will definitely come back !!”

5 Superb15 Reviews

“Good store for postcrossing. Lots of gift shops don't supply postcards for whatever reasons, but Transit Tees has a good variety of Chicago themed cards. My only wish is I use multiple stamps when exchanging postcards internationally so wish the description text was positioned differently since the stamps will cover the text sometimes. But the art is beautiful on the postcards.”

4.9 Superb17 Reviews

“I was kind of going between 4 and 5 stars, but thought to bump it up to a 5 because its a small business and exactly the kind of store you want in your community. The basic premise is that its a store that showcases Chicago based items and Chicago based companies. I really like it because its a great place to buy a unique gift for somebody. I would say most of the items lean towards "home goods", but if you ever need something for a housewarming party or need that last minute birthday gift, this place has you covered. If there is any "downside" is that their items tend to be a little bit on the expensive side. That really shouldn't be surprising as it is a small business supporting other small businesses. I also wish they had wider hours, but the foot traffic might not call for it. If you are looking for a cool Chicago gift for yourself or somebody else, I would highly recommend checking this place out! They are very nice and have some really good finds!”

4.9 Superb16 Reviews

“I love this sweet little shop! There are so many cute things to buy for gifts or for yourself. The prices are reasonable, even for the vintage items. Plus who doesn’t love to support a local business!”

4.9 Superb16 Reviews

“the atmosphere is very soothing and pleasant. Additionally, the staff is friendly and easy to approach. If you need assistance or help, you can be certain that they will come to you and help you as soon as possible. It is without a doubt highly recommended. This is the kind of place that all of you will absolutely adore.”

4.8 Superb20 Reviews

“The shops behind the vendors are open as well, so if you're tired and want a coffee or bagel, make your way behind the vendors and enjoy the cafe's. Overall, this is a market that I will be returning to many times.”

4.8 Superb20 Reviews

“Fantastic shop with a wide array of Latinx, LGBTQ+, and Chicagoland products. Love the intersectionality. I learned about some new local artists as a bonus. The staff was very pleasant and accommodating, even when I accidentally knocked things on the floor. Can't wait to come back again and see what's new. Next time I'll budget time to get a tarot reading!”

5 Superb13 Reviews

“This is the best place to shop whether you are looking for a gift for a friend, your MIL, a teacher or even just something for yourself. Every time I stop in they have new products that are always so cute and clever. I have purchased candles, jewelry, hair clips and headbands, vases and glassware, unique cards and so many more products. You don’t want to miss this awesome little shop when visiting Logan Square!”

5 Superb12 Reviews

“Super cute atmosphere! Just wanted coffee but got to browse through neat curated goods as well. They can warm your pastries for you, which made the pastries extra delicious. The coffee was very good and filled to the brim with lovely art. The tea latte with cookie was excellent as well!”

4.5 Superb77 Reviews

“One of my favorite boutiques in Chicago, I always stop here when visiting to look for gifts. Excellent selection of Christmas decor and ornaments during the holidays as well. Staff is super friendly & helpful every time.”

4.8 Superb17 Reviews

“I love this local shop! They have the best gifts and the clothing is very comfortable. They use very soft tees and sweatshirts for their prints. Every time I stop in they have new offerings. The employees are super kind and helpful, too. I hope they remain in the neighborhood for many, many years to come!”

5 Superb11 Reviews

“This small artesian mexican store is perfect for local mexican items. They have cantaritos in various sizes, shirts, mexican skirts and rebozos, catrinas, and other various mexican items. Definitely enjoyed shopping there.”

5 Superb11 Reviews

“This place is really fun and has cool stuff! The only thing is if your on a budget this may not be the best store sense stuff usually is more expensive here!Still amazing shop though!?”

4.6 Superb27 Reviews

“I discovered this gem when I moved to Chicago in 2006. I got my first artificial Christmas tree here and could only afford that and a few ornaments at the time. It still remains my favorite store for holiday decor and one-of-a-kind gifts to this day. I shop here every year for holiday decor because I can’t get ornaments or decorations like this anywhere else. The service is stellar. Staff have totally put up with me calling to order products even now that I’ve moved to Colorado. Thank you so much for making my collection, so big and special.”

4.6 Superb25 Reviews

“My favorite smoke shop! The owner is the best. She's super sweet and very helpful. I go here for all my smoke stuff. Very unique and beautiful selection of pipes and accessories. Great place for gifts.”

5 Superb9 Reviews

“The Fig Tree is a cute shop in the West Loop that I've tried to get to for some time. It's not very large but they have a wide variety of gifts and even souvenirs. They have some great Chicago-related merchandise: Glasses, coasters, kitchen towels, and so on. I was surprised to see an area with children's items like onesies and t-shirts and some small toys. They had a lot of cards, as well as a big section of socks. A lot of snarky and irreverent items too. This shop isn't easy for me to get to--I live on the north side and so it's nowhere near my neighborhood, and the couple other times I've attempted to visit here there was no parking around, so I'm not sure I'll be able to get back anytime soon. I would recommend it though and will be back if I'm around.”

4.7 Superb16 Reviews

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