“The Westin stands out for its clean, contemporary rooms at fair prices, especially considering its location. Its proximity to the highway adds to the convenience, making it easily accessible. Also, don't miss the chance to visit Saranello's restaurant next door – their brunch is exceptional!Rooms: Clean and modernNearby activities: Saranellos restaurant is next door which offers great Italian food. Try their brunch!”
“Hot Ground Gym is one of the best after-school activities for kids, helping them develop both physically and mentally. The well-trained instructors build strong relationships with the children, encourage their individual growth, and teach valuable life skills like problem-solving and teamwork. Our son absolutely loves this place and the constantly changing weekly missions and obstacles!”
“Concorde Banquets is truly an exceptional venue! The staff is incredibly professional, attentive, and welcoming, and their service is always top-notch. We recently provided photo booth services there, and as always, the event was beautifully organized with stunning décor and a warm, inviting atmosphere that makes every celebration unforgettable.
We can’t wait for the next event we get to do at Concorde Banquets—always a pleasure working with such an amazing team and venue. Highly recommend!”
5:30 - 9:30PM
10 W Campbell St, Arlington Heights
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“Emily, was the best! She was very nice, patient, thorough with her instructions, and super helpful all the way. It was a blast! We enjoy her, the painting and the music. We will be back!”
“Had a great time at this bowling alley. The place was clean, the vibe was good, and everything was super easy. Heather was the standout—she was super helpful and just made the whole experience better without even trying. Really appreciated how chill and friendly she was.
Definitely worth stopping by, especially if Heather’s around!”
“Excellent services. Great food. One draw back the speaker system was set so loud , you could not enjoy the Christmas event. For that reason, I would not have them host any of my events.”
“We rented the entire roller rink for a kiddo birthday party and had a wonderful experience from start to finish. The staff was helpful & responsive through planning and then friendly and fun on site for our event! Just For Fun Roller Rink was clean, well managed, and such a blast! For the adults who grew up with lots of roller rinks, you will LOVE reliving your childhood. They have a snack bar, video games, black lights, disco ball, DJ who takes requests, and trainers to help new skaters. We will absolutely be back with our family, it was a great experience!!”
“If you are looking for something unique, this is the place to go!! The ladies there are the owners and are extremely helpful!! Some things may be a little pricey but worth it. Take a little drive and check this place out. You won't be sorry?!??”
“I came here today with my husband and our experience was amazing. Full bar, great food, and awesome service. The drinks came out fast and our server was super friendly. It was our first time and as soon as I mentioned it, she explained everything to us in great detail. The service and drinks were better than those at high end restaurants!! Will be coming back soon 100%”
11AM - 12AM
824 E Rand Rd, Mt Prospect
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“I rarely leave reviews, but Sam and his co-manager at Bowlero, they both absolutely deserves recognition’s . From the moment we walked in, they set the tone for a smooth, enjoyable night. They were friendly, patient, and incredibly professional.
When we had an issue, Sam handled it immediately and with real care. He didn’t brush anything off, he took ownership, communicated clearly, and made sure everything was fixed quickly. You don’t see that level of customer service much anymore.
Sam and his associate manager genuinely made our visit better. They checked in on us, made sure the lanes were good, and treated us like actual valued guests. You can tell they takes pride in the place and in their job.
Bowlero is lucky to have them. Because of these fine people, we’ll definitely be coming back.”
9AM - 5:30PM
6 S Vail Ave, Arlington Heights
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“We had our wedding at the metropolis ballroom in August 2025 and they surpassed our expectations! We worked with Anita and truly couldn’t say enough good things about her, she made our wedding feel like such a priority and met all of our needs! She was so attentive, responsive and present on our wedding day and all the months leading up! The venue was beautiful, was able to accommodate our large guest list and felt very us! We feel so lucky. Thank you!”
“I decorated an engagement party & Tatiana was an absolute pleasure to work with. She constantly checked up on my team & I to make sure we had everything we needed and if we had any questions. The space was beautiful and the rest of the staff were so attentive as well. This is a beautifully kept club and I hope to be back! ?
- Rina
Jadou Design Studio”
“Brothers’ Field did a great job making karaoke happen last night even with a last minute cancellation from the DJ. The kids were happy and even some of the adults that got to sing too. It’s such a cool place to hang out during the late Spring, Summer and Fall. I hopefully look forward to some more karaoke events in the future.”
“Out of town guest. First time ride. Well organized, great instructions, great food and beverages. Well informed, friendly, polite, courteous staff! Will look for venue in my city.”
“Absolutely beautiful playground right on the lake, perfect for all ages. There are two different playgrounds for different age groups, one of which is handicap accessible. Lots of towers, climbers, music, slides and swings, and one playground even has a sandbox. The biggest downsides to this park is that's its wood chips and there's limited shade. There are some sunshades, mainly over the benches surrounding the playground, but the playground itself is fully exposed, so better to go on a cloudy day.”
Open 24 hours
26225 Riverwoods Blvd, Lake Forest
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“Had a very enjoyable stay. I don't normally leave reviews for hotels but I had to let everyone know that Kim who ran the hotel bar and grill was totally awesome! After a bad restaurant experience at Rosebud's Steak House and saying goodbye to our son shipping out in the Navy I was feeling very low. But after some awesome wings and 2 Kim specials.... I was feeling no pain! Thank you, Kim for being awesome. For listening, and for your words of encouragement. I would cone back just for you! LBVS! To management... Give this woman a raise or one heck of a Christmas bonus. I think you may be underestimating what she does for your guests. It's not just pouring drinks and serving food.
Food and drinks: Kim is awesome!!!!”
“My wife and I recently had our wedding at Loft 21 a few weeks ago, and let me tell you, the pictures, walk throughs and planning did not do justice to how amazing the venue was.My wife and I are planners and we booked with Loft 21 a year in advance, so you can imagine we had a lot of ideas for our wedding. The planning process with Loft was good, some minor miscommunication, but feel like that will happen anywhere when you're emailing back and forth for that long. We were quickly able to jump on the phone and hash out all the plans and timeline to make everything flow perfectly.Brittni (Operation Lead) did an amazing job for our ceremony and reception and made the day of so easy for us that we did not have to do anything before the wedding, other than setting up our own props. The pre-ceremony, ceremony, cocktail hour and reception went so smoothly, it's really hard to believe. I would highly, highly, HIGHLY recommend Loft 21 to any couple looking to get married in the area.I'd also highly recommend utilizing Loft 21s preferred vendors, specifically H.Y.P.E Media as the owner of Loft also owns them so it made the Music and Production so much easier on us.They allow you to customize pretty much your own event, from lighting to set up to bar package, to pretty much anything you can think of.Thank you again Loft 21, Brittni, Jazmine and everyone else at Loft 21 for making our day so special and easy on us!”
“My second home. Great classes, events and community options. There are a lot of different type of classes and workshops. You can even attend free events. Try out yoga, knitting or the drum circle.”
11AM - 12AM
316 Center Dr, Vernon Hills
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“Great for winter! staff were very friendly, Conner the cook was very helpful in remaking my sisters pizza 3 times because of how picky she is with cheese.. food was great! very clean and much to do!”
“Fountain Blue is a gorgeous venue with helpful staff and reasonable pricing. We are so glad we chose it for our big day and will remember it fondly! Our event coordinator set everything up in an organized and professional way, answering our email questions promptly and meeting in person when needed. Our guests absolutely loved the food and the atmosphere. Highly recommend for a beautiful wedding celebration!”
“The rooms at The Forester are crisp, clean and oh-so- comfortable. Decor is elegantly artistic. The area/parking - quiet and safe. The Staff are professional and prompt.My personal fav: the breakfast menu offers a sophisticated take on every day classics - the items we ordered were delicious and beautifully prepared.We enjoyed our short stay - will return!”
“Such a tremendous wedding venue in the Chicagoland area. The Armour House has a European Old World grandeur that is unmatched. We might as well have been in Italy all day long! I was so impressed and had so much fun playing on the grounds. It's elegant and romantic with plenty of outdoor and indoor spaces for photos. Can't say enough positive things about this stunning wedding venue!
images by teri b photography”
“Always have great family events for members and family of members. Amazing Christmas party! Santa and Mrs claus stopped by! Otherwise it's a closer knit group”
“I find myself having to work from more co-working spaces than I'd ideally like, and I have to say that this place is my favorite by a distance. The office Clubhouse is a great space, it's well equipped and it's incredible value compared to any of the chains. Mac is personable, diligent and makes a hell of an espresso! Already looking forward to my next visit.”
“Jumps and Jiggles is one of our favorite places. Lots of indoor play climbing sliding jumping "helicopters" and the nonstop carousel. 10am - 2pm Monday - Friday. And only $6!
Just going on the carousel a few times and it's worth the cost of admission.”
9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
6676 W Howard St, Niles
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“An unassuming wedding venue from the street but once you walk in you realize this is a prime event space thoughtfully renovated with modern amenities. The event room has 2 walls of windows providing fantastic views and the outdoor covered patio is something to behold. There are a ton of spots to take your intimate wedding photos at including water, bridges, weeping willows and manicured gardens. I highly recommend checking this place out for your wedding or important event reception.”
“Incredibly nice stay! We stayed for 4 nights for a local dog show. Location was very easy, and layout of Suites was very convenient to outside exits. Greatly appreciated the designated dog area complete with bags and garbage holder. Very helpful and considerate. Rooms, hallways exercise room and laundry were extremely clean, spacious and comfortable. Kitchens were equipped with everything needed for our short stay including toaster, microwave, and any other appliance to use if asked. So nice to have a clean laundry on site. Staff very friendly and helpful. We had a problem with a faucet and heater, they immediately had someone (Oscar) come up to investigate and he promptly and courteously handled our needs. Because of this experience we will seek out Sonesta stays in the future. Thank you!”
“I rented an office here from April 23-Dec 23. The staff here is fantastic. They are very friendly and will do everything possible to make your stay hospitable and warm. No internet issues, coffee is always great and the other tenants are also pretty amazing. I will wholeheartedly recommend this place and Andres, the community manager is rockstar.”
11AM - 12AM
7333 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles
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“Came in with a bunch of friends from out of town. The alley itself was great and great atmosphere, but what made the visit great was Gina, she was so helpful and nice really made us feel at home!!”
“Nice place. We were in the room behind the bar room for Knights of Columbus dinner.8/27/22 steak & chicken cookout with the Knights of Columbus. A great deal for a complete steak meal! Only $20 for a strip steak & it included dessert & coffee.”