There are few thing I love as much as Garrett's Chicago Mix (yes I know it not technically called that any more...but neither is not technically the sears tower either) This year on our annual downtown Christmas shopping trip I noticed this location further south than the one we normally go to and guess what No line. We tried to stop at the one by the new Starbucks further down but the line was down the block. The prices seemed much more reasonable here (I sure it was my imagination) This year we also bought some Hot Cocoa CaramelCrisp. We got a sample bag on the Chicago Trolly Lights tour earlier this year. It was super good. This is not a big location but its convenient right on Michigan and close to Millennium park. Not much more you can ask for read more

How can you go wrong with Garrett's Popcorn? I got a couple of jumbo bags to bring home on the plane with me and the staff at this location -- on top of being extremely friendly -- made sure to package the popcorn so that it wouldn't leak in my suitcase. read more

Best popcorn in the world! I love Garrett's Cheddar popcorn! Nothing is better than getting it while it is fresh! You can buy it in the store at most Grocers near by but man, oh man! That fresh scoop of popcorn- no words! Highly recommend! If you're in Chicago, do yourself the favor and get some Garrett's! read more

So good! This place was recommended to us on the flight over to Chicago! We had to wait in line because they were only letting 7 customers in the store due to Covid. We asked the people in line which kind to get. They told us you couldn't go wrong with any but the main one that Chicagoans get is the Garret Mix. It is cheddar and caramel mixed. That's what went with, so good!! read more

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World Famous, made in Chicago daily! That's right... you may not know it, but Garrett's has locations around the world, and you can also order it for delivery almost anywhere. I've been eating Garrett's popcorn a long time and was really surprised when I saw a Garrett's in London.... I had no idea it was that famous. I always eat the Chicago mix, which is a mix of caramel and cheddar cheese popcorn. It's a perfect blend of sweet and savory..... The only drawback is that you'll have sticky orange fingers after eating it. Definitely try some whether you're here in Chicago or anywhere around the world! read more

I popped into this location on my last day in Chicago. There was only one worker (Brandi according to my receipt) in the store around 11:30AM on a Monday. She packaged my items with a lot of care. The greasy Garretts Mix was placed in a second brown paper bag and then a third plastic bag with handles. She also provided a bunch of napkins which were a life saver as I ate the Garretts Mix on the way to the bean. The taste of the cheddar popcorn was not overpowering, but was well balanced with the sweet and crunchy caramel popcorn. The cheddar popcorn didn't taste that great 8 hours after purchasing it, so it's definitely best consumed fresh. read more

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My first time in Chicago I thought I would get addicted to the pizza. That was off, as what I really got addicted to was the popcorn. It's so good that I'm crushed I can't have any at home. read more

Omg best gourmet popcorn I have ever tried! I bought the caramel mixed bag to try with the family! It was so big, be brought back home to Miami in the plane! They offered tins for the holidays which would be a nice holiday godmother to take to a party, but I wasn't being that back on the plane so didn't get one. Try any flavor it's all good! Omg, wish they had Garrett's in Miami!! read more

Everyone talks about Chicago-style pizza and hot dogs, but I'm ok if I can't get around to one of those while in town. Garrett Popcorn is always a must though. If you've never tried it, you have to get the Garrett Mix (caramel and cheese). It's such a beautiful, rich blend of sweet and savory. Even if you've tried another version of this combination from somewhere else, you haven't *really* tried it until you've had it from Garrett. It's truly like nothing else. Some of you might be thinking, "It's just popcorn. How great can it be?" I spent over $100 on my last visit here and I have no regrets. It's worth it. Maybe they put crack in it. I don't know. But I do know that this tastes a lot better than being skinny. read more

I heard this was a Chicago staple so I tried this location out while shopping the Magnificent Mile. It was packed, but the line moved quick! Plus there were samples on the way of their buffalo popcorn mix. Although I wouldn't recommend this, I ended up purchasing a small bag of the Garret's mix (half cheese corn and half caramel crisp). It was about $6 and definitely worth it. No shame--I ate it the whole bag on the flight back from Chicago. This wouldn't be my go to snack but it was definitely appetizing and worth the try. read more

Absolutely great popcorn, get ready to wait a little bit, but worth it, tried their plain and buttery and the Garret's Mix. Wanted to try all the different flavors, because as you will see they all look delicious read more

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A must stop every time in Chicago. I usually go with the Garrett mix of half cheese, half caramel but have realized lately that I like the cheese a little better. Great popcorn! read more

A fairly small location (as they almost all are) and the line moves quick. The place was FULL and we were still there no longer than ten minutes. Popcorn is always fresh and delicious!!! I live here and still can't get enough! and if you're a tourist this is an icon - make sure you stop in and grab some Chicago Mix (now called something else, lol)!! read more

What can I say that everyone else hasn't said this some of the best and fresh popcorn around. The price is high but so is the quality. I will be back because I just love me some Garrett's Popcorn. As always folks... Enjoy!!! read more

Wow just wow the famous Garrett's mix is famous for a reason !! The salty cheddar cheese with the sweet almost burned like salty caramel is to die for!! In my recent visit To Chicago I heard this was the popcorn to eat. And I'm glad I did a small bag is more than enough. I devoured it in minutes, HIGHLY ADDICTING. You won't put my Down. Definitely a must try when in Chicago. P.S you will get the Cheeto like fingers after eating this lol and they know this as they give u wet wipes in the bag. read more

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A Chicago staple for a reason! You can just tell that this is freshly popped and seasoned popcorn from the moment you walk into the store. It's all a matter of personal preference what you get, but everything is good! I'm a savory guy, so the mix of cheddar and buttery popcorn provided a great balance (and was delicious). Also sampled some caramel corn from a friend and I can see why that stuff sells! read more

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I stopped by Garrett's last Mon. morning after taking the Chicago Architecture Foundation's boat tour. As a popcorn addict and someone keen to try Chicago-specific foods, I knew I had to pick up a bag of the Garrett Mix (AKA Chicago mix) before leaving the city. I had a bit of trouble finding this store, since the pin on Yelp is across the street, but a local pointed me in the right direction so I could get my cheesy-caramel mix on. Upon entering, the store was fairly empty, as I'd expect for a Mon. morning., so I didn't have to wait in line, which was nice. Before purchasing, I was able to try a sample from the many sample cups on the counter, and I was favorably impressed. I ordered a small bag ($5.15), which was more than enough to sustain my snacking that day and the next. I'd had Chicago mix popcorn from another flavored popcorn vendor in Pittsburgh and had enjoyed it, but Garrett's takes it to the next level. Something about the combination of the sweetness of the caramel corn and the non-overwhelming saltiness of the cheese corn just works, and keeps you coming back for more. I can definitely see why Garrett's made Oprah's original list of favorite things, propelling it to national fame and distinguishing it as a unique Chicago food. As others have mentioned, I'd recommend eating this popcorn within 24 hrs.--sooner is better, since even less than 24 hrs. later, the cheese corn starts to go stale. If you can't make it downtown, keep in mind that there's a stand in O'Hare, so you can pick some up between flights. Needless to say, I'm glad that I tried this unique Chicago treat, and I'll be sure to pick up more next time I'm in town! read more

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We stumbled upon this location while walking to Downtown area from the Art Institute. It was our first time there. We ended up getting a small bag of mixed popcorns: cheesy, almonds, and cashews. You can mix as many variety as you want by the way. The popcorns were really good and full of flavors. I understood why there are several locations because of how good the popcorns were. The service was alright. read more

A small bag goes a long way in terms of sharing with friends. We got the Garrett Mix and requested for half cheesecorn and half caramel crisp popcorn. It was only later did we realize that a better ratio would be 80% cheesecorn and 20% caramel popcorn because the caramel popcorn is super sweet and you can only really eat it with the cheesecorn together. Definitely go for more cheese! The caramel crisp can also sometimes clump up together so you come up with a huge chunk that you have to break apart. This shop is a block or two from Cloud Gate and also in the hub of all the downtown shopping. If you're stuck on what to get for a souvenir, consider getting a bag of Garrett Popcorn as they bag it in a waxy popcorn bag then in a brown paper bag and then again in a nice sturdy plastic bag with their signature logo complete with plastic handles to carry around and protect itself from rain or snow. read more

I love garret the most the quality is always fresh fast always amazing. Once in a year I have to get myself some Chicago style popcorn to munch on at work. My favorite are just the mix of cheese and Carmel of course if you are visiting Chicago you must try Garret Popcorn and take some with you for family read more

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A must when in Chicago! Garrett's has the best popcorn! They never disappoint, except when they're out Lines are always super long, inless you're the 1st one there, but it is so worth the wait. read more

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I got a little nervous when I first walked in because there was a very long line, but the young lady is working behind the counter we're really working. The line moved fast and we were in and out in less than 10 minutes. They were very helpful and the popcorn of course was beyond delicious. My favorite is the Carmel. The cheese was a little too cheesy for me but everyone else seems to love it. Great experience and I would definitely come back to this specific location. read more

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I knew I had to stop here during my visit to Chicago! The story is nice and their popcorn options are great. The guy helping us really cleared up the prices and choices. The prices almost gave me a heart attack ($80 for a family sized tin with a nut caramel crisp - nut popcorn was more expensive). I don't know if I will ever spend this much on popcorn again. Was it worth the price? Probably not. It's good popcorn though. read more

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The first time I've ever tried Garrett's was during a layover in Chicago's ORD airport a few years ago. The employee recommended the Garret Mix, or what people call the "Chicago Mix". It is basically a mix of cheddar and caramel popcorn, conveniently my two favorite popcorn flavors. I have been hooked since. Ever since I moved to Chicago, I have been frequently coming here to get my popcorn fix. This place is definitely a Chicago staple and I can see why. I never thought I'd be this hyped up about popcorn, I mean after all, you can just go to the store and buy popcorn anytime you want, right? Nah, this doesn't do it for Garrett's; once their popcorn touches your lips, you've raised all the popcorn standards you've ever had. This location specifically targets tourists. It is located on Magnificent Mile, and usually, there are long lines to get in. That might be the case at any Garrett's, but this location gets extra busy. They have tons of different flavors that you can try, and when it's not nearly as busy, the employees will always offer you samples to try. They don't only carry one kind of caramel popcorn, there's also almond, cashew and even macadamia caramel flavors. I've tried basically all of them, and they are all really good flavors. If I had to pick a least favorite, it would be butter. Don't get me wrong though, the butter flavor is not your typical "movie theater" taste, it's actually a lot better, and tastes really good, but I prefer the cheese and caramel over butter anytime. The sizes vary, and yes, it is a little on the expensive side for what it is, but Garret's is a name, and you basically pay for that too. The prices also vary by flavor. The butter and plain are cheaper than the rest. Prices range from 3.50$ all the way to 99$ depending on size, but I find more value in the large sized popcorn being at 11$ and it really is a large bag. This place is a must try! read more

What can I say? You can't go wrong with popcorn! I ended up coming here to buy a bag of the mixed popcorn (half cheddar and half caramel) to bring home for a gift, because, honestly, food gifts from specialty stores that you can't get anywhere else cannot be beaten! They have a variety of flavored popcorn and they even give you samples for you to try. Their prices are reasonable and the popcorn is delicious. Luckily, we went when the line wasn't terribly long so we got through quickly. The staff were all friendly and worked very quickly. When you're in Chicago, go find yourself some of Garrett's Popcorn! Just follow your nose! read more

I heard about Garrett's YEARS ago when Oprah had it on one of her "favorite things" episodes. We walked by and I immediately said we HAD to go in. The 2 stars is for the popcorn only, which was good; service was HORRIBLE. I heard one of the employees being so rude to the woman in front of us, they weren't rude to us but definitely not nice. I tried to turn around their attitudes by saying "have a great day" and the response I got was "yeah...". What!!? They obviously hate their jobs and have zero experience in customer service. An employee overhaul is needed... read more

All of the popcorn here is delicious! The caramel pecan popcorn is my favorite. The combination with caramel and cheese is addicting. You might start off slow but before you know it you are getting through that bag! They are well priced for the quality you get. It's so delicious! I don't live in Chicago, so when I go... I grab a bag or two for the ride home! I never regret it. read more

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This is one of our favorite stops in Chicago. We went two days in a row. The buffalo ranch is a limited flavor but was delish. The Garrett mix is another favorite. I definitely recommend if you have popcorn lovers in your family. read more

Their popcorn is amazing and this store is just the same. I do wish they were a bit more adventurous and offered a couple of additional flavors that were a bit outside of the box, but they do stick to the classics. The location is good. I was at a conference at the Hyatt and people were 'sneaking' out on their break to grab a bag. After three days of seeing this, I had to give their popcorn a try. I went with the simple cheese corn and I can't stop eating it, it's just so darn good. For popcorn, it's a bit pricy, but it is gourmet popcorn and a treat to have while in Chicago. read more

This popcorn shop is a must try!!!! And the staff has all the proper popcorn moved to give you that perfect sweet and savory mix! They are very kind! read more

The locals were buzzing about this popcorn place so my sister and I decided to give it a try. They have so many different types of popcorn and other snacks. We got a mix of the cheese and caramel flavor which was a nice blend and tasted delicious! Although the line is long, the ladies there move fast and are so friendly, they made ordering so easy and you don't feel rushed. We were in and out 5 minutes tops! Now I see why there's so much buzz about Garrett's Popcorn Shop, definitely worth it. read more

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My family happened to be in Chicago the week of National Popcorn Day. I had no idea there was such a thing, but it worked to our advantage because Garrett was celebrating by offering a small bag of their signature blends for only $1 between the hours of 11 -1 for the whole week. The first day we went (we went three days in a row), I found it odd that people would stand in a long line for popcorn. After trying the popcorn I realized that there isn't a whole I wouldn't do for a $1 bag of Garrett's popcorn. It is the best cheddar popcorn I've ever tasted. We liked this location. The staff were all kind and remembered us each visit, which was impressive because there were a lot of people in the shop every time we were there. I highly recommend this tasty popcorn and will be ordering it from TX regularly! read more

I came here looking to try Chicago Kernel, to get a taste of a Garrett's competitor at this same address that got good Yelp. Alas, Garrett's is locking up the city by taking this location too. Not that I mind, since I love the "Garrett's Mix" (you know, the Cheese mixed with caramel). That's the new name for Chicago Mix; since they got sued for a trademark issue by a shop in... Gasp, Minnesota?!? (Talk about carpet baggers not even moving to the city!) I do wish they didn't have monopoly pricing (hence 4 of 5 stars). This new location is spotless and not busy on a winter Monday holiday. But I'm sure the hordes will come in the summer, when tourists and locals alike pack Millennium Park, down the block. But good for those tourists to get a real taste of Chicago! Now off with you to go get a hot dog with radioactive-looking green relish. read more

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Ordered for the Garrett Mix, Omg the cheese corn were so delicious and cheesy. You can actually taste cheese melting in your mouth! And the caramel is so crispy! Can't stop eating them! read more

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Best Popcorn in the world, people travel from all over to taste Garret Popcorn. You want regret it. read more

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I enjoyed my first visit at this location. Even though we had to wait for CaramelCrisp, Tiffany the shift manager and her team stayed calm, professional and friendly even as the line was growing. They kept us updated on the status and offered taste cups of buttery or cheese popcorn. I appreciated that the team kept busy - restocking bags and cleaning the floor. Their teamwork really showed when CaramelCrisp was ready and they served the line in a timely fashion. Tiffany and the night crew - you did an amazing job and I cannot wait to come back ! read more

This popcorn is delicious! The store even smells good. The service is quick and friendly. Even though there was a line, it went by real fast. I got the cheddar and the almond crunch popcorn. Both were amazing and I can't imagine any way they could taste better. If you like popcorn, this place is worth the visit. read more

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I love popcorn! My friend told me to try this place. I went in & tried few flavors. They have cheese, caramel, butter & a lot more. You can also mix 3 flavors in any of their bag sizes. I got 1 medium mix & 1 big can to go. It was really good. Its sweet & salty. Its good for presents when you visit chicago. I recommend this shop when you visit the cloud gate. Its just a few blocks away from there. Don't skip it! Its fresh, delicious & mouthwatering!! read more

I don't understand the "hype" - was told this was a "must" when visiting Chicago. We came 2 days in a row, 30 minutes before closing time and both times they were out of the Chicago Mix. We did get a small bag of the caramel flavor to try. It's just "okay". Make sure to come earlier in the day if you want some! We ended up buying it at the airport to take home since we had a few requests to bring some back from our trip. read more

OMG OMG OMG. No sense in posting pictures because everyone else already has everything you need to see. I used to go to the popcorn store in Louisville and have been to other popcorn stores in other places. I was NOT enthusiastic about this being on our list of places to go... until we went... Walking in the door the smell is intoxicating. I mean truly mouth-watering. We got a bag of Garrett Mix with the caramel corn so fresh it was absolute greasy goodness and the powder on the cheese popcorn was better than any I've ever had... EVER!!!!! Do not skip this on your Chicago Trip Do not forget to buy some for your friends back home (it is very expensive online) Do not feel bad about being a mess before you even leave the store with popcorn all over your face and in your hair and on your fingers! Omnomnomnom... I wanna go back! read more