“A game store, an institution. If they don't have it, they'll get it for you. Great play area, a ton of variety and experts in all things gaming. Come see what the fuss is about, and then stay awhile.”
“A big shout out to Bill from Lombard Hobbies. He converted my DC Atlas Trainman® Plus NRE Genset II Locomotive to DCC. Awesome shop with awesome people. Thank you once again Bill for your help.”
11AM - 9PM
160 N York St, Elmhurst“I pass by this place on the way to work everyday and didnt even know it was there. Visited for the first time and it was such a cool place and the friendliest people! Will be going back whenever i can!”
“I just purchased 2 sets of dice and an MTG single and I am honestly blown away. I just checked my email and saw that the emailed receipt included pictures of the exact dice I bought and the single. I'm sure you were able to download and adapt some sort of repository of mtg cards (which alone is going the extra mile) but for the dice I imagine that you had to photograph and log all of the different color variations!? The only Brick and mortar stores I can think of that email me a receipt with photos and hyperlinks is Best buy and Microcenter, which are billion dollar companies. If this is a huge company owned by some hedge fund please let me know, otherwise this has set the bar for all small brick and mortar stores in my book.”
“The Best place to "Break Packs"! Bring the kids to this place!Scott and staff always make you feel welcomed. Ask them questions especially if you're new to Sports Card collecting. They enjoy educating newbies and welcoming them to the sports card collecting hobby.”
3:30 - 6PM 10AM - 2:30PM
11 W Park Blvd, Villa Park“Very knowledgeable staff, and got everything I needed for my mead. Their in-house brewing was a great way to learn, and ask any questions I had. A great event to check out.”
“Nice store for all kinds of kids stuff in Lombard. Lots of Dr. Who and marvel figures and toys. Prices were decent.Not many customers even on a weekend.Staff were helpful to look and suggest items.”
“Beautiful assortment of gift items (even if you yourself are the gift recipient). Everything is nicely arranged and fun to look at. Staff is very friendly and helpful. A joy to visit!”
11AM - 7PM
522 W Wise Rd, Schaumburg“I love how they make military style legos vehicles, tanks, planes and mini figs. Very friendly and nice. Great service. Answered all my questions. The only bad part is the sets are expensive. I would go back again”
“Great service, always available and responsive and the best part is the price. Before dealing with them I went to two other coin shops in the area and was disappointed. After my successful coin sale with Elmhurst Coins I am bringing all my future business here.”
9:30AM - 6PM
26W215 Geneva Rd, Wheaton“Gabe is very knowledgable as well as a very interesting person to talk with. His prices are very fair. I’m not sure why Google claims that his business is permanently closed but he is certainly open for business as usual!”
“I recently had the pleasure of selling my coin collection at Arlington Coin, and the experience exceeded my expectations. From the moment I walked in, the staff's professionalism was evident.The owner took the time to thoroughly assess every coin in my collection, demonstrating a genuine passion and knowledge for numismatics. His meticulous approach instilled confidence, and I felt reassured that my collection was in capable hands.What sets Arlington Coin apart is not just their expertise but also their commitment to fair dealing. The offered price for my collection reflected a careful evaluation of each coin's rarity and condition. I appreciated the transparency in the process, making the transaction both smooth and satisfying.Arlington Coin is a trustworthy establishment that values its customers and their collections. If you're considering selling or buying coins, I highly recommend giving them a visit. The blend of expertise, fairness, and courteous service makes Arlington Coin a standout choice in the numismatic community.”
10AM - 6PM
1524 Lee St, Des Plaines“Like hobby like this one u find whatever u need that other hobby shops don't have they close northwest hobby shop not many hobby shop around my area this hobby is convenient for some. I give it a 5 stars .”
“Every cashier I have met here has been super nice and helpful. They have a classroom area here also. They were doing a spring craft activity at the front door for anyone who came in while I was there too. Great artificial floral selection!”
“Just had the best birthday party for my 5yo, we chose the tie-dye theme package and all the kids had a blast! Staffs were super helpful and the backdrop/photo op was so thoughtful, will definitely come back for more!”
10AM - 7PM
500 E Golf Rd, Schaumburg“If you're looking for anything art related, they've probably got it, and at several price points. Want to try acrylics for the first time? Working on a piece for a gallery showing? They've got you. Staff is always super friendly, and you can find interesting tchotchkes at the front of the store and at the checkout.”
“Went in to grab a couple of board games with a gift card, unfortunately The Gaming Goat in the city by our house closed down. Michael was extremely helpful, very friendly and personable. He gained returning customers today, we'll definitely be coming back!”
9AM - 9PM
1420 E Golf Rd, Schaumburg“I went there specifically to find some decorations for my Easter table snd and Michael's didn't disappoint me. it took me a while to decide what I wanted, but I really liked what I picked out. All the Easter was on sale 40 percent off also.”
9AM - 9PM
180 S Mannheim Rd, Hillside“Better than usual experience due to a capable framer who helped us out. We were there for the big 70-75% off framing sale which is a total marking hack as the prices are still very high. First time using Michael’s. Hopefully the results will be great.”
“Ravi was amazing I was just browsing and he was amazing very valuable employee. Made sure I found what I was looking for. Very helpful person thank you so much we will be back again.”
9AM - 8PM
160 S Gary Ave, Bloomingdale“Very clean! I have been here a few times in the last week for a project and although stock choices for certain things seemed minimal - I'm assuming due to the sales they were running - I was able to find almost everything I needed.”
“Always a fun place to shop for holiday items as well as accessories for the home, crafts, garden, and more. Plus something is always on sale for 50% discount or less.”
“I was looking for pleated banner flags for my deck. I wanted quality flags, preferably made in the USA. Donna in the office of Liberty Flags helped me find the perfect size for my deck. And they arrived in time for the 4th of July! Thank you, Liberty Flags!”
“service is seriously a notch above! Maria and the team is the best. She did not stop until she found Brown card stock n Illinois for me! She could have said, " Sorry, we are out." but no! She went above and beyond and I headed out to another Micheal's to retrieve my Brown paper! PUT HER IN YOUR CORPORATE SEAT!”
“This place is really great! Highly recommended! Especially to those people who really love stuff for crafts. This place is the best! They have so many interesting things here, their selection is very large, and the whole place is really enjoyable. This spot is very clean, cozy, neat, organized, and bright. Everything here is great! Fantastic customer service! Their employees here are really nice, decent, and knowledgeable. They all know how to treat their customers so right. Also, they will help you to find the things you need. They are so accommodating. You can also check out so easily because they have many cashiers. Awesome service. This Michaels is very accessible, their location is very near and easy to find. You can go to their spot in just a few minutes from your area. Very convenient. The only reason why I gave them four stars is because their restrooms need some repair. But their place is still my preferred place to buy things for crafts and others. They are way better and cheaper than other stores around the place. Plus, this Michaels is also a great place to buy some decorations for Christmas and other special holidays. You can also order online and visit their website. They will bring your order to you quickly. Really wonderful spot! All of their items have really good quality. A really must-visit place for arts and crafts. I will definitely go back here again when I am nearby and I need some crafts again. Thank you for your awesome service guys! Also, thank you for giving us such an amazing experience. Will see you again soon! Keep it up! Well done!”
“Great place to get good deals on items you need for your model train layout. Locomotives, rolling stock, buildings, scenic materials, etc. Save a dollar and skip the line by buying your admission online. Parking is free. Get there early for best selections.”
“Good place, you have to search but you can find good deals
You find for all types of seasons, you find good prices, some days there are offers, it also has clearance areas, good materials so you can make your own gifts, your Christmas arrangements or all the decorations you like, you find basic materials and tools to do it yourself
Definitely a good place to visit”
11AM - 7PM
251 W Golf Rd, Schaumburg“I met the short guy with the glasses ? and I had a great time talking about Gundam’s and what my next build should be after building a HG and jumping into one of the most funnest kits I have build, the RG RX-93-V2 Hi-V GUNDAM. He was IMPRESSED that it was my second Gunpla build and that I had made that kind of jump… I was super undecided on which model to take home, Ben was nothing but cheerful and helpful with the whole process. Giving me space whenever he made suggestions, but also letting me know which models to stay away from, at least for now. Since I was undecided ?? on which one to take home, we flipped a coin ? Thanks to him and his KNOWLEDGE I took the Mobile Suit RX-93 V Gundam Ver.Ka and the Neo Zeon MSN-04 Mobile Suit Sazabi Ver.Ka - Yes, they’re both MG kits, I understand that I’m a beginner, but I love the challenge and all the advice he gave me, plus gave a part for my Hi-V Gundam so I could buy a platform and use that, instead of buying two of them to make one to support his weight.Anyways as a first time customer, this place me feel welcomed and appreciated the support from everyone.”
“Excellent selection of trains, accessories, track, and even toys for the kids. Train service and support was excellent and the guys are helpful and knowledgeable all around. I am a kid again. Thank you. Ceiling layout is complete, just 1 more tweak remains.”