Shopping Centers & Malls near Lake Forest, IL

30 locations found near Lake Forest

“Market square in Lake Forest is iconic. The work of noted architect Howard Van Doren Shaw is on display in every detail. Known as the first suburban mall in the United States planned for automobile access. The Square was managed for nearly a century by John Griffith and Griffith, Grant & Lackie Realtors.”

4.5 Superb32 Reviews

“Amazing variety of natural and homemade products that literally everyone who passes by should go in and buy something from them. They give out free lotion sample for you to try smells amazing and feels even better. Please stop in and support this family owned business 100000% better than bath and body or lush. ! They literally have so much stuff for men and women and even dogs !”

4.9 Superb45 Reviews

“Good variety of stores. Fast food/dining, exercise, candy, food store. Sunset foods great customer service and friendly staff. Driveup bag loading available. This chain has staples but also several items not found everywhere. If they don't carry it, they will try to get it.”

4.6 Superb46 Reviews

“There is a fine selection of excellent stores: REI, Barnes & Noble, Nordstrom Rack, HomeGoods, West Elm, J.Crew Factory, Athleta, and Whole Foods. I give the shopping experience high marks.

However, Mellody Farm built too many restaurants and eateries, making parking inconvenient—even dangerous—for pedestrians and vehicles. The complex's tall grasses are planted seemingly to reduce visibility and don't change seasonally. The grasses wilt when the weather gets cold, and are equally poor for seeing traffic and pedestrians in the lot, even during winter. The parking lot on its own deserves a low score.”

4.4 Superb177 Reviews

“Village Square of Northbrook is a gigantic shopping plaza. Most of the name brand chains are there, offering merchandise at reduced prices.Huge parking lot with handicap spaces. The village square is several blocks along, so put on your hiking boots.”

4.6 Superb36 Reviews

“This strip mall is okay. Best place in it is Max and Benny's Restaurant. The only down side to this strip mall is the road exit. Many people think that the oncoming lane to enter the mall is a double left turn lane to exit the place. This makes it very dangerous. The mall could use a better enterance/exit design to make it safer for motorists.”

4.5 Superb46 Reviews

“My guy and I visited the Dairy Queen during a ride through the area. It's hidden, but it's worth finding! We sat outside and ate our ice cream and enjoyed the area.”

4.5 Superb57 Reviews

“Nice shopping center. Unfortunately the Barnes and Noble bookstore pictured has gone out of business. I don't recommend the dental to anyone who needs dentures. I have now been toothless for more than 6 months.”

4.5 Superb35 Reviews

“I went to Michael's and was able to easily find a parking spot close to the store. There I was assisted by the cashier in using the new self checkout computers and made use of my 20% off coupon.”

4.4 Superb94 Reviews

“Has a diverse set of shops and businesses, from a GREAT grocery store (Heinens), to multiple breakfast/lunch spots, nail/massage salons, pharmacy, fast food (McDs), and pizza shops.”

4.4 Superb94 Reviews

“Depending on the day it's how it's going to be, Wednesdays are hard to find something good and everything is a mess, but on Fridays everything is new but it's more expensive. I recommend being there earlier.”

4.4 Superb51 Reviews

“The Binny's here is great. Staff is very knowledgeable and they will order anything legal that they don't have. Also, they have female staff if you are more comfortable with a female sales person.”

4.4 Superb41 Reviews

“They have replaced Sports Authority, in my mind. They have a large variety of different of items for different sports including clothing. Their prices are very competitive. They don't have the greatest of customer service, but they make up for that in price.”

4.4 Superb38 Reviews

“Tina's Bakery - Amazing!Had the chicken salad sandwich with Parmesan chips and a side salad with berry dressing. Upgrade to Tina's special focaccia bread, soooo good.Honestly nothing compares!Left with some brownies ?”

4.3 Superb36 Reviews

“Gurnee Mills is such a solid mall — always clean and packed with options. There are tons of stores and restaurants, so whether you’re shopping for clothes, grabbing a bite, or just walking around, you’ll find something to do. I love that it’s more than just shopping too. There’s an ice rink, an arcade, and even a movie theater, so you can easily turn it into a full day of fun. It’s especially great if you’re with family or a group because everyone can kind of do their own thing and meet back up. Plus, it’s conveniently located near other stores and even Six Flags, which makes it perfect if you’re making a whole day (or weekend) out of being in Gurnee. Definitely one of the best malls in the area!”

4.2 Good391 Reviews

“It's a decent Jewel, not as good as the Highland Pk Jewel - therefore, this Jewel isn't as crowded. But, the area has a big variety of different stores & restaurants”

4.2 Good49 Reviews

“While there have been a few relatively recent vacancies in the mall, entirely due to covid and those businesses not being able to make it through to the other side, I know the management will have new merchants filling in the gaps in no time. I really enjoy shopping at the grocery store for their quality and selection, as well as the consistently high level of cleanliness throughout the entire store! I've also needed to buy a few things at one time or another from the medical supply store, be it for myself, family, or friends, and always am amazed at the variety of products available in stock, as well as their ability to special order something for you and have it in hand the next day! I could keep going about the other tenants and the great experience I've had with each, but in the interest of brevity I'll stop and instead encourage you to visit the selection of stores and see what I've been saying! ??”

4.2 Good42 Reviews

“Very clean and well organized.Love that bakery and the prepared meals. Need more nutritious meals, everyday for seniors. Like salmon, grilled shrimp, turkey with vegetables, ....”

4.2 Good37 Reviews

“The Riverside Plaza Shopping Center is in a great location and has a lot of great stores and I always find plenty of places to park and the place is always kept extremely clean and the lot is kept very well maintained and I will say that I do feel safety is almost never a problem around here.”

4.1 Good31 Reviews

“Great store with a surprisingly large selection. A little higher prices, but for the convenience it's worth it on some of the items or on a late night run for snacks.”

3.4 Good46 Reviews

“First time to this Navy Exchange store!!! Has an abundant amount of Navy clothing items, souvenirs, hats, water bottles, keychains, lanyards, mouse pads, pens, etc. Good selection, prices are kind of pricey, which is expected. Sizes are limited for certain types of clothes, though. Like the Navy emblems, logos and signs. Good customer service representatives working there. Parking can be a hassle, though. And it can get pretty crowded in there as well. So, please be aware of that.”

3.9 Good63 Reviews

“The store manager “brittany ” is absolutely incredible. When I came in for heel pads specially for heels- she knew exactly what i meant and needed. Anytime I’ve stopped in she has always welcomed me in a professional manner. I would recommend this store especially if brittany is working because she never fails me. Thank you brittany.”

3.2 Average8 Reviews

“It's a little sad to see what was once a vibrant shopping center devolve into a mall on life support. That said, they have some absolutely delicious coffee and pizza at the eatery on the 2nd floor.”

4 Good195 Reviews

“Overlooked, misunderstood gem. It's an old-school mall from the 60s that's repeatedly adapted to the times and community. The mall is kept respectably clean and the personnel who work here are friendly. The vendors are chill and welcoming. I frequent this mall several times monthly and occasionally bring friends and family from out of town. The vibe has never felt unsafe.

There are vacancies, yes, and don't expect the usual mall fare. The merchants here are all family and minority-owned. Many have been here for decades and it's a great place for launching a startup. Food options rule (try the elotes at Pollo Rico, or churros at Ortiz). The dollar store is a trip. Cash is king. Lot of community events every month with local/handmade vendors, live entertainment, car shows and even more food (look for the tamales). The theater is running again by local artists -- it hosts local music, indie film festivals, podcast recordings and shows free throwback movies a few times a month.

Ignore the racists. This mall rules and people do care for it.”

3.9 Good118 Reviews

“We visited this place for the first time, namely, we visited Goodwill and were very pleased. They bought shorts and three T-shirts for my husband in different sizes and they all suit him very well. The eldest daughter found herself a cute light blue blouse, and the youngest daughter found a Lego train and a ball to develop fine motor skills. I bought myself two shorts - some to wear at home, the other to go to the gym or for a run, as well as five T-shirts, one blouse and a sweatshirt with a hood. All of these things started costing between $2.99 ​​and $6.99.”

3.6 Good40 Reviews

“Nice place, spacious and with good seats, we were explained at beginning that there is no sharing of food if order "all you can eat sushi" which seems be fine. But, seen at our next table, a couple on a date, shared their food! The taste of their sushi was good to excellent but there were at least 6 sushi chefs, each preparing food items differently. One of our orders was exactly the same, but it turned out looking differently. One sushi was round based with thicker fish pieces, the other has a triangle shape rice based with longer and thinner sushi! We waited a longer while in between orders, maybe the sushi chefs were busy. We gave the same percentage of tips to the waitress as if we were in all dine out place, despite of long wait in between orders.”

3.4 Good34 Reviews

“I love mall we need to bring them back hopefully they will make a come back I mean shit iPod CDs and the early mid 2000 clothes are coming back and even cigarettes smoking now I heard”

3.8 Good238 Reviews