This place is fantastic and the owner is such a fun and witty guy to chat with. I can always find…read moreso many cool, one of a kind items here for my home and all at reasonable prices. It's nice not to have generic pottery barn or CB items like all the Joneses do. Over the last few years I've been able to find cute knick-knacks for the house, tables, and an antique Eastlake piece that I'm using as a bar. This place is a gem and everyone should visit. Places like this are why I prefer to shop local.

Have you ever walked into someone's home and thought to yourself, "Hmmm... Pottery Barn catalog,"…read moreor ditto, Crate and Barrel? I'm not dissing those stores, no, no, no. I love them! They stock the staples of good design. On the other side of the ledger there are antique stores, where there are always surprises, one-of-a-kinds and the smell of old wood. What's not to like? And then there's PRAHA: A rich collection of new and old, unusual pieces of decorative and architectural elements from Europe and the US, from dovetailed wooden boxes to large furniture pieces, linens and treasures of all types, jams, jellies and dip mixes, antique Shanghai Ladies posters, cottage style furnishings, lamps, trunks, European and domestic enamelware... on and on it goes... For me, PRAHA is like the proverbial candy store, and was elevated to Favorite Store status the first time I stepped inside. Much of the store's allure is the result of many shopping expeditions to Praha (Prague), where the owners purchased furniture and treasures as old as the hills, then shipped via crate back to the US. They trek to the best flea markets in the US. They keep their radar humming 24/7; a find is a find, no matter where it's discovered. But it's not just the merchandise. It's Todd and David, shopkeepers and proprietors. They love their store. They insist on expert craftsmanship in the new items they choose to sell, and enjoy musing on the secret history of their antiques. In chatting with Todd (for almost 2 hours on my first visit!) I discovered we share a love of old enamelware, antique tins, small boxes and interesting little containers. (Talk about a candy store!) Some acquisitions never make it to sale. One such item is an old coffee tin that Todd chose to keep for his own kitchen. It's not on display; it is used to store coffee, like it has been forever. He remarked how he always thinks about its mysterious history, the stories that could be told about the family in Praha who used it for generations. "Just think of it!" he said! There are stores filled with merchandise, clerks, and cashiers. And then there is PRAHA, filled with fabulous treasures, not the least of which are its shopkeepers, Todd and David. Czech it out!

Kenneth is a true gem. I came by on small business Saturday because I knew the store would be…read moregorgeous and I wanted to see if they had a baby's first Christmas ornament. Reader, he remembered us from a month ago--the only other time I've been in this store. I know he wasn't just saying that because he cooed over my baby and specifically remarked about the fact that she was awake this time instead of sleeping through the shopping trip (which was true). This is what makes shopping at local businesses so much fun; you get to established a rapport with someone who lives what they do, lives their neighbors, and wants to make sure that you enjoy shopping with them. Again as I came through I thought about how I wish I could hire an interior designer with Kenneth Ludwig on the shortlist. They didn't disappoint with their Christmas decor. They have lots of ornaments, all beautiful, and other holiday items. I REALLY love the stocking holders they have. They look like those old ceramic Christmas trees that lots of our grandmothers had, and it even lights up. I am almost certainly going to be returning before Christmas to pick up a couple. If you're in the neighborhood, I highly encourage a drop by.

I was searching for a small couch for my new house. I was dealing with a small, kind of awkward…read morespace and am a picky furniture shopper. I stopped by Kenneth Ludwig Chicago because I learned he sells CR Laine furniture and that is the brand I had my eye on. Upon arriving, Kenneth was welcoming and listened to what I wanted. He's so knowledgeable about furniture and design, not pushy at all, and patient. I've been in his store a few times and each experience was great. I did end up purchasing a settee from Kenneth and that was about 1.5 years ago. The buying process was simple. The small couch is still in great shape, easy to clean, and looks great in my house. It was on the pricier side of furniture, but I not a shocking price. I will consider going back to Kennth Ludwig Chicago when purchasing my next nice piece of furniture.

My first time visiting a HomeGoods in the city and I gotta say, I'm impressed! Not only is there a…read moredecent sized parking lot making it super convenient, but the store is much larger than I had expected. They had a great selection of decor, linens, cooking products, and other home accessories. I was really impressed by all the furniture! So many dressers, entryway tables, chairs, and nightstands to choose from. And lots and lots of mirrors! My friend and I had so much fun exploring the aisles. I ended up buying a couple mugs, some travel lunch boxes for my toddler, and throw pillows for our bed! The store was well stocked and very clean. The cashier checking us out was very friendly! I can't believe it has taken me so long to come here, but I will definitely be back!

Gross facilities.. every time. They're probably understaffed? Like most places. I don't dare post a…read morepicture of the adjacent stall.

A hidden gem! Great prices and great quality items. Bought lots of cute tea towels. Am definitely…read moregoing back!

Love love love the home accessory deals, candles and outdoor items. A favorite outletread more

Kylie is amazing and her work is fabulous! The fabric choices to recover furniture is fantastic…read moreand imaginative. I highly recommend her.

Kylie is wonderful! She is very professional and great to work with. My dining room chairs needed…read morenew upholstery. The set is old, but I love it. The upholstery looked terrible because my cat totally tore up each one. I decided to look on Yelp and I found Recovered Interior. The reviews were great and Kylie got back to me immediately. I sent her photos and she gave me a quote, which was very fair. She also said that she would bring several swatches of material that she had in case one might work. When they came to pick up the chairs, I picked the material. I took a sharp knife and tried to cut through the sample, but it didn't make a mark! It's definitely cat proof. I told her that I would like the chairs back before my holiday party, and a week later they were back. They turned out fabulous! The padding that she added is great and she did a beautiful job. Everyone who has seen the chairs agrees. Thank you Kylie!!

It's amazing how many years it took me to finally visit this place. The Good Old Days is a sleeper…read morehit, hiding on a stretch of Belmont that has more than a handful of vintage and antique shops. There is BOTH and upstairs and a downstairs, and so so so much to look at. On a properly sunny day, their upstairs room with all the vintage art deco stained glass will take your breath away. I ended up walking away with an end table myself, but I know exactly what antique shop I'll be swinging by every so often, or bringing out of towners who want to see pieces of Chicago history, displayed in a classic Chicago apartment.

Fine business to buy from. Our museum in Alabama found something they had online that we really…read moreneeded and they worked with us on the price as well as shipping the item to us. Could not have asked for more helpful and willing assistance in making our purchase. Mark Bailey was phenomenal in helping us. Shipping was cost effective and excellently packed. Would buy from them again without hesitation. We highly recommend this business.

every booth is set up so professionally. there is such a variety of beautiful furnitur, artwork,…read moreglassware, vintage jewelry and clothing- I love it! ive been in several times now and always find something new and amazing.

From the owner: We are new Vintage/Antique store located at 2431 W. Irving Park Road in the North Center…read moreneighborhood in Chicago. We just opened in May 2025 and have 25 vendors who have thoughtfully curated their booths and cases with vintage furniture, jewelry, art, clothing and home decor.

I loved this store and felt like I could have looked through the books and crannies for hours. I…read morewalked away with one small treasure: the cutest vintage ring with a pave heart on a dangle! It's so unique and adorable. I can't wait to go back and search for more treasures!

Unique and vast selection of curated antique pieces! I was in the market for some vintage rings and…read morethey had a great section. They had 2 boxes of $25 rings plus others that were more expensive. I was able to ask questions and try as many as I felt like trying without feeling annoying. I could spend hours looking at the artwork in that store. Beautiful spot. Don't miss the basement that has even more cool things!

I love a trinket store! This is so fun and there's so many things to look at. Great spots for gifts…read moreor just something cute for yourself!

My partner and I were closely watched in the small shop. There were many others there was well but…read moreshe was pretty keen on us. Fixing things close to me and generally letting us know she was there. It happens to me quite a bit ... I don't really fit in. However the kicker was when she overcharged me for a bandana. I asked how much to an employee as they were about to say 20 she cuts them off and yells $25. The employee gave her an odd side eye. Later that day I found the tag. It was $20 like the first employee said. The vibe is off here. It's giving colonizer. And yes it was your shop, you and your large brim hat.

Wonderful wonderful. Such unique items. I could buy everything in the store. So many items that…read moreseem to be one of a kind. The owner really does his research to find such interesting things. Don't wait. Go now!

Hawthorne is my favorite vintage shop in the city! It's full of beautifully curated and lovingly…read moretended items from furniture to dishware and everything in between! If you're hunting for those perfect pieces to furnish your home or a useful and unique gift - start at Hawthorne!! The owner is so helpful and really cares about the items he's offering. The environment is cozy with plenty to choose from but not overwhelming! This shop is one of 5 all in a row on Lincoln - so there's 5 great reasons to stop! Parking is easy and free on Sundays!