Blue Violet BodyworksSpa

Facials, manicures, pedicures, body polish, haircuts, massage and more.

CITY: Elgin

Blue Wind Gallery & Annex 4121

Furniture, collectibles, comics, militaria, railroad memorabilia, original landscape and wildlife paintings.

CITY: Crystal Lake

Bob Chinn's Crab House

Committed to providing the freshest food from around the globe. Seafood is delivered from the highest quality providers from around the world.

CITY: Wheeling

Bombay Garden

A newly opened Indian restaurant servicing delacies from all the regions throughout India. A lunch buffet is available in addition to ordering off the menu for dinner. A private dining room for 40 is also available.

CITY: Evanston

Bonefish Grill

Fresh fish-delivered, inspected, hand-cut daily and grilled over oak. Enjoy flavorful, modern culinary touches such as goat cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes and wild mushrooms.

CITY: Schaumburg

Bonner Farm

Get into the swing of spring at Bonner Heritage Farm! Enjoy a variety of spring-themed activities, crafts and demonstrations. Wagon rides, farm animals, food and entertainment round out the afternoon. Be sure to take a guided tour of the Bonner farmhouse.

CITY: Lindenhurst

Bonnie Brook Golf Course & Banquet Facility

Bonnie Brook is one of the most popular public courses in Lake County, boasting a meticulously manicured 18-hole course with rolling, wooded terrain. Its natural, picturesque landscape offers golfers the ability to enjoy tree-lined fairways, spacious greens, small lakes and the beauty of the north branch of the Waukegan River, which flows gently throughout the course. With a course length of 6,701 yards, Bonnie Brook offers championship golfers a solid test while being friendly and forgiving to the high handicappers. The clubhouse features a Indoor Golf and Learning Center which houses a P3Proswing Simulator. The simulator and its software helps analyze a player's swing and provides guidance how to improve their game and is available on an appointment basis only.

CITY: Waukegan

Bonnie Dundee Golf Course

Offering good par fours with difficult par threes, this course is architecturally classic and slightly rolling, with medium-size greens.

CITY: Carpentersville

Books at Sunset

New and gently read books, books on tape, gift items, cappuccino, biscotti and even "tea for two."

CITY: Elgin

Boomers Stadium

Located in the heart of the Chicago suburbs, the Schaumburg Boomers Stadium is the ideal destination for family-oriented fun! The Schaumburg Boomers are a minor league baseball team competing in the Independent Frontier League. Schaumburg Boomers store sells Boomers clothing and other items.

CITY: Schaumburg

Boone Creek Golf Course

This course has 27 holes, rated at a par 71, along with nine holes at a par 35.

CITY: McHenry

Bourbon Street Gallery

The Bourbon Street Gallery -- in the Bourbon Street area in Pheasant Run Resort & Spa. The gallery showcases the works of new, emerging and established Chicago artists.

CITY: St. Charles

Bowen Park

The newly renovated Bowen park's theme for the new playground is "Forest Findings". The overall layout offers tiered play areas arranged on the northwest hillside of Bowen Park. Fun and learning will go hand-in-hand as children and their families enjoy modern playground amenities, combined with several environmental learning stations that represent a forest ecosystem. Parents and kids alike will also enjoy the six-station fitness/exercise trail located on the perimeter of the playground.

CITY: Waukegan

Bowes Creek Country Club

Bowes Creek delivers a private club experience to the public golfer! It offers annual memberships for a day, or just enjoy Porter's Pub - an English inspired eatery.

CITY: Elgin

Bowl - Hi Lanes

Enjoy bowling as well as karaoke every Friday and Saturday.

CITY: Huntley

Bracht's Place

Good food, good drinks, good company.

CITY: Bartlett

Brae Loch Banquets and Golf Club

The golf course has 18-holes and it is a par-70 course. Brae Loch Banquets feature a bright space in a country setting overlooking the fairways at the Lake County Forest Preserves Brae Loch Golf Club. A fine balance of food, location and people are the three ingredients that an event at Brae Loch brings together for a truly memorable experience. The banquet facility comfortably seats up to 165. The menu includes appetizers, entrees, and desserts that are almost too beautiful to eat, but too wonderful to skip.

CITY: Grayslake

Brans Nut Company Factory Store

Fresh roasted nuts of all kinds, 30 flavors of Jelly Belly jellybeans, chocolates and chocolate-covered nuts. Stop in for a bag or a gift tin. We roast on site! Open every day 9-5.

CITY: Wauconda

Bravo! Cucina Italiana-Evanston

Casual, white-tablecloth restaurant serving classic Italian food in the shadow of Roman ruins where an open "Italian Kitchen" creates the energy of live theater-wood grilled steaks and chops, classic Italian entrees, unique signature dishes and private dining, to go, call ahead seating, reservations, terrace dining and happy hour specials.

CITY: Evanston

Bravo! Cucina Italiana-Glenview

Casual, white-tablecloth restaurant serving classic Italian food in the shadow of Roman ruins where an open "Italian Kitchen" creates the energy of live theater-wood grilled steaks and chops, classic Italian entrees, unique signature dishes and private dining, to go, call ahead seating, reservations, terrace dining and happy hour specials.

CITY: Glenview

Breadsmith

An Artisan Bread Bakery featuring a delicious variety of fresh-baked breads, buns and more. Breadsmith is open Tuesday through Sunday. Stop in and see what makes us the special choice of bread lovers!

CITY: St. Charles

Brer Rabbit Motel

DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Welcome to Brer Rabbit Motel. We offer low daily and weekly rates. Amenities include color TV, free cable with five HBO channels. King-size beds available. All rooms are clean and comfortable.

CITY: Villa Park

Briolette Beads & More

Get creative at this crafter's paradise! Beads from around the world, unique rubber stamps & papers, Ranger inks, paints, and stamp pads. Sit at our "crystal bar" and work on your projects. Our friendly staff will be happy to assist you. Classes for all skill levels. Parties are our specialty! Birthdays, bridesmaids, "girls night out" -- we do them all. Come take a look!

CITY: Forest Park

Brookfield Zoo

There's more than 200 beautifully landscaped acres to explore at Brookfield Zoo. Highlights include dolphin shows at Seven Seas, ape encounters at Tropic World and the chance for kids to dress up and play veterinarian at the Hamill Family Play Zoo. The zoo also offers an old-fashioned carousel and a wide variety of shopping and dining options.

CITY: Brookfield

Bruegger's

Welcome to Bruegger's. Our authentic kettle-boiled bagels are fresh from the oven all day. And the coffee is always brewing. We also make delicious sandwiches, salads and soups. Stop by anytime.

CITY: Oak Park

Brunswick Zone

Bowling, cosmic bowling, video arcade, Pizza Hut Express and more.

CITY: Algonquin

Brunswick Zone - Carol Stream

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Brunswick Zone offers bowling, billiards, Laser Tag, an arcade/game room plus meeting space for corporate parties, team-building and special events.

CITY: Carol Stream

Brunswick Zone - Naperville

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Brunswick Zone in Naperville offers bowling, billiards, an arcade/game room, Laser Tag, Bumper Cars plus meeting space for corporate parties, team-building and special events.

CITY: Naperville

Buca di Beppo

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Recipes enjoyed for generations in villages across Italy inspire our menu, giving Buca di Beppo its authentic Italian flare. Experience the Italian traditions of food, friendship and hospitality. Dishes are served family style and are meant to be shared.

CITY: Lombard

Buca di Beppo

Even before you succumb to the powerful flavors of immigrant Italian cooking, you'll be drunk on the decor at this exuberant send-up of post-war Italian-American supper clubs.

CITY: Wheeling

Buckinghams Steak House

Steak house located in Grand Victoria Casino.

CITY: Elgin

Buffalo Joe's

A local favorite for burgers and wings. "Spicy" describes it best. Beer and wine served.

CITY: Evanston

Buffalo Park Campground

62 vehicle sites. Seasonal.

CITY: Algonquin

Bull and Bear

The Fox Valley's premier tobacco shop.

CITY: St. Charles

Bundling Board Inn

Queen Anne style B & B, 2 blocks from Historic Square and Woodstock Opera House. Intimate Victorian atmosphere, elegant amenities, full gourmet breakfast. All non-smoking rooms with private baths. Central air, heat, sprinkler system. Check website.

CITY: Woodstock

Burnidge/ Paul Wolff Campground

Playground and fishing. 9 miles of hiking trails.

CITY: Elgin

Butt'ry Heartwarming Kitchen

The food is just as the name describes, butt'ry and heartwarming.

CITY: Wilmette

Buzz Cafe

A wonderful community gathering place in the heart of the Oak Park arts district specializing in fabulous coffee, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Local art and crafts for sale, live music, book clubs, etc. Very kid friendly! We also have a second location at 834 Lake St. (inside the Oak Park Library - 708/660-9500).

CITY: Oak Park

C & A Robot Factory

This fun factory is the perfect place for LEGO fans ages 2-14. Come and build your own creation, and learn about LEGO machines and robotics.

CITY: Libertyville

C.J. Arthur's

C.J.'s is a great place to eat, drink and hang out. Special concerts monthly.

CITY: Wilmette

Cabela's

The 185,000-square-foot retail showroom is an educational and entertainment attraction, featuring a décor of museum-quality animal displays, huge aquariums and trophy animals interacting in realistic re-creations of their natural habitats.

CITY: Hoffman Estates

Cadwell's Grille

Contemporary American Cuisine with local flair. Located in the Embassy Suites Chicago/North Shore. Sink your teeth into the "Chi-town" ribs, flat bread pizzas, or Black Angus prime rib dip. If seafood is your preference, try the cedar plank salmon or grilled calamari with champagne oregano white truffle vinaigrette. Come by Cadwell's Grille in Deerfield, IL for a memorable dining experience in a truly relaxing atmosphere.

CITY: Deerfield

CAFE LA CAVE

DINE IN THE CAVE'S DINING ROOM. A GREAT THROWBACK TO A MORE ELEGANT TIME. ENJOY RICH CUISINE LIKE EXCELLENT DOVER SOLE AND MUST-HAVE BANANAS FOSTER.

CITY: Des Plaines

Cafe Lucci

Northern Italian cuisine with a 200 bottle wine list.

CITY: Glenview

California Pizza Kitchen

Our menu feautures hearth-baked pizzas, creative pastas, delicious desserts and much more!

CITY: Skokie

Campagnola

Amazing atmosphere and a variety of entrees and pasta prepared with fresh organic ingredients. The perfect spot for a night out in Evanston.

CITY: Evanston

Candlewood Suites

This award-winning hotel with 82 suites offers a deluxe hot breakfast, indoor pool, fitness room, free high-speed Internet and business meeting facilities. Within walking distance of America's Historic Roundhouse, Hollywood Casino and Paramount Theatre. Next to Burlington Northern Railway with access to Chicago. Visit the Web site for more information.

CITY: Aurora

Candlewood Suites

Playing by different rules, the extended-stay traveler needs a hotel that understands their special needs. We provide you the amenities that make you feel at home.

CITY: Elgin

Candlewood Suites

Candlewood Suites is carefully designed with spacious rooms, queen size beds, full kitchens and business desk with executive chair. Among all amenities included in the rate are fitness center, laundry facility, local calls, high speed internet and more.

CITY: Waukegan

Candlewood Suites - Libertyville

Big and built for comfort these comfortable studio and one bedroom suites feature a full kitchen complete with microwave, stove and full size refrigerator. Work efficiently at the oversized executive desk with two separate phone lines and complimentary high-speed Internet. Relax in the over stuffed recliner while enjoying the CD player and VCR. Borrow a favorite from the free video and CD library or work off some stress in the fitness center. Visit the convenient store, Candlewood Cupboard, where meals and snacks can be purchased. On-site laundry facilities are also available.

CITY: Libertyville

Candlewood Suites - Waukegan

A 4-time Quality Excellence Award Winner, this hotel is spacious and built for comfort. Each of the suites have a full kitchen, complete with microwave and full size refrigerator. Catch up on work on the large executive desk with two phone lines and free high speed Internet. Relax in the overstuffed recliner while enjoying cable TV, listening to your MP3 or watching movies that can be borrowed from the free DVD library. Work off some stress in the Fitness Center or visit the on-site convenient store, Candlewood Cupboard, where meals and snacks can be purchased.

CITY: Waukegan

Candlewood Suites Chicago – Hoffman Estates

All suite hotel with 24 hour convenience pantry and laundry facilities. Pet friendly Hotel.

CITY: Hoffman Estates

Candlewood Suites Chicago Naperville/Warrenville

DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - We take pride in making all hotel suites feel as comfortable as home, spacious and built for comfort, kitchens, complimentary high speed internet, among other great amenities. Located off I-88 in the heart of the Naperville/Warrenville High Tech Corridor.

CITY: Warrenville

Candlewood Suites Chicago Schaumburg

Studio & one-bedroom suite rooms include queen beds, full kitchens displaying a full refrigerator, microwave, cook-top stove, and dishwasher. Also includes free guest laundry, wireless high-speed Internet, and complimentary local hotel guest shuttle during the week.

CITY: Schaumburg

Candlewood Suites-Northbrook Wheeling

An extended stay property for the leisure or business traveler. Full kitchens, free local calls, free high speed internet access; weekly maid service, complimentary guest laundry, comfortable accessible rooms.

CITY: Wheeling

Canoe & Pedal Boat Rentals: Pottawatomie Park

Enjoy the scenery from the waters of the Fox River! Rentals Mid-May through Mid-August. All rentals launch from the River View Miniature Golf Complex within Pottawatomie Park. Deposit required. Children age 15 and younger must be accompanied by an adult (age 18+). All rentals are subject to safe river & weather conditions. Sorry, no boat rentals on July 4th.

CITY: St. Charles

Canoe Shack

Canoe and Kayak rentals along the Fox River. These trips offer many hiking, picnicking and wildlife observation opportunities, as well as historic sites, small lime bluffs, and the country's only waterfall. Relax and enjoy the beautiful Fox River.

CITY: St. Charles

Canopy

Features freshly prepared cuisine with ingredients delivered daily for the nine different stations including: salads, homemade soups, pizzas, Italian cuisine, carving stations, comfort food featuring a vertical rotisserie, Asian station including wok grills, sushi, and seafood. Most dishes are prepared “a la minute,” cooked in small batches as needed to ensure product freshness and flavor. Signature and highlighted items will be presented “tapas style, “or individually in small serving dishes for guest enjoyment.

CITY: Des Plaines

Cantigny Golf

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Set among mature oak and hickory trees, lakes & streams, this full-service event facility with 27 holes of golf offers both 18 and 9-hole play and is nationally recognized as one of the best public courses in America. Cantigny Golf is a part of the McCormick Foundation, committed to making life better for our children, communities and country. As one of the nation’s largest public charities, we’ve granted more than $1 billion to organizations in local communities across the country. The golf course is part of the historic 500-acre Cantigny Park, where memorable family experiences happen. The grounds include museums, formal gardens and picnic areas.

CITY: Wheaton

Cantigny Park

Consisting of the Robert McCormick Mansion Museum, the First Division Military Museum, ten acres of gardens and parks, 27-hole championship golf course and nine-hole Cantigny Youth Links.

CITY: Wheaton

Capannari Ice Cream

Ice cream shop

CITY: Mount Prospect

Capital Grille

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Enjoy aged steaks, chops and fresh seafood acclaimed by the nation's toughest food critics, and an award-winning collection of over 400 wines. Join us for impeccably prepared classic fare in an atmosphere that is both luxurious and relaxed.

CITY: Lombard

Carleton Hotel of Oak Park

Beautifully appointed guestrooms and suites grace this historic boutique hotel. Within walking distance to unique shopping and dozens of restaurants. Conference and banquet facilities available, plus two restaurants inhouse - Poor Phil's and Philander's.

CITY: Oak Park

Carlucci - Downers Grove

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - One of the Chicago area's most celebrated culinary entities offering both casual dining in the lounge and unique dining in the Italian Garden. On-site banquet facilities accommodate 15-300 guests.

CITY: Downers Grove

Carmen's Pizza

Stuffed or thin crust pizza. A Chicago tradition. Dine-in, carry out or delivery.

CITY: Evanston

Carol Stream Park District

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Stay active! This award-winning parks & recreation agency offers over 400 acres of parks, 5 miles of paved trails, 3 recreation centers, free special events & hundreds of recreation, dance, gymnastics, summer camp, sports & fitness & active adult programs.

CITY: Carol Stream

Carrabba's Italian Grill - Naperville

DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Carrabba’s offers authentic, handmade Italian dishes prepared to order in an exhibition kitchen. You’ll enjoy our family recipes handed down for generations, including crispy calamari, lasagna, and fresh fish and steaks cooked over our wood-fired grill.

CITY: Naperville

Carrabba's Italian Grill - Woodridge

DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - "At Carrabba’s, we bring you the same wonderful experiences we grew up on--from our warm Italian hospitality to the authentic aromas in our open kitchen, to our flavorful handmade recipes passed down for more than four generations." -Johnny Carrabba

CITY: Woodridge

Celtic Knot Public House

An authentic public house with excellent food, well-poured pints, and a worldwide wine list. Regular live music includes Bluegrass Mondays, Celtic sessions Tuesdays, afternoon tea Wednesdays and Saturdays; storytelling monthly.

CITY: Evanston

Centennial Beach

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Jump in to summer fun at Centennial Beach! Featuring four acres of grass and trees, a sand beach, water play features, an NCAA/U.S.S.-approved diving complex, this historic beach is a place the whole family can enjoy! With water depths ranging from zero to 15 feet, the facility caters to swimmers of all skill levels. Combined with a playground, Frisbee® Area, shallow end slide, concessions stand and Beach store, Centennial Beach is the perfect way to beat the summer heat. Named "best public place to swim" in 2008 by Fox News Chicago viewers in an online poll!

CITY: Naperville

Center for History

Museum and education center highlighting our nation's social heritage through captivating exhibits and programs. Stories of the 1915 Eastland Disaster, and experience life on the run following the Underground Railroad.

CITY: Wheaton

Centre East

Centre East presents a variety of comedy, dance, music and family-oriented performances.

CITY: Skokie

Cernan Earth and Space Center

The Cernan Earth & Space Center of Triton College features a variety of earth and sky shows, children's shows, laser light shows, earth and space exhibits, and the Star Store gift shop.

CITY: River Grove

Chain O' Lakes State Park

2,793-acre state park and a 3,230-acre conservation area provide a water-oriented recreation area for boaters, anglers, and skiers.

CITY: Spring Grove

Chain O'Lakes State Park

Located in the heart of Illinois' largest concentration of natural lakes, Chain O'Lakes State Park is a water oriented recreation area with outstanding opportunities for boaters, anglers and skiers. The park borders three natural lakes - Grass, Marie and Nippersink - and the Fox River. The park also contains a 44-acre lake within its boundaries. Comprising of over 6,000 acres; the recreational opportunities include two campgrounds with over 230 sites with a youth group area to accommodate 150 youngsters, seven picnic areas and trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding with horse rental and horse-drawn wagon rides are available May-Oct. Hunting, ice fishing and ice skating are offered in the fall and winter months.

CITY: Spring Grove

Chalet Hills Golf Club

This championship 18-hole golf course with 6,950 yards offers bent grass fairways, and beautiful rolling hills and vistas. Power carts are required Friday through Sunday and holidays.

CITY: Cary

Challenger Learning Center for Science & Technology

The mission of the center is to honor the memory and spirit of the Space Shuttle Challenger 51L crew by providing hands-on space exploration curriculum and center that enhances thinking skills and inspires those to meet the challenges of 21st Century.

CITY: Woodstock

Chama Gaúcha

DuPage County, Chicago’s Western Suburbs - Experience the unique culture and taste of Southern Brazil at Chama Gaúcha, where servers will tempt you with skewers of succulent seasoned meats, slow roasted over a charcoal fire and hand-carved tableside.

CITY: Downers Grove

Chameleon

Chameleon is a unique, fun and fashionable clothing boutique in the heart of the Avenue shopping district of Oak Park. Both men and women will find selections of hip, artsy apparel and accessories at this independently owned store.

CITY: Oak Park

Champps Americana - Skokie

Champps offers a wide variety of beers, liquors and drinks. Come in and watch your favorite team play on one of the many plasma screens.

CITY: Skokie

Champps Americana Restaurant - Skokie

Champps is a sports bar and grille, but a bit more elegant than the traditional sports bar. Come in and enjoy excellent food prepared just the way you like it or watch your favorite sports game on one of our plasma TVs.

CITY: Skokie

Champps Americana- Lombard

Champps is a sports bar and grille, but a bit more elegant than the traditional sports bar. Come in and enjoy excellent food prepared just the way you like it or watch your favorite sports game on one of our plasma TVs.

CITY: Lombard

Chandlers Chophouse and Grille

Located on the picturesque grounds of the Schaumburg Golf Club, Chandler's is a first-class restaurant and private event facility surrounded by acres of beautiful landscapes with plenty of free parking. Chandler's has a party and banquet room to fit any size and style of occasion. The Grand Ballroom features a thirty-foot vaulted ceiling with two-story picture windows. Wedding ceremonies and cocktail receptions can be held in Chandler's beautiful outdoor areas. Private Bride and Groom's rooms are available.

CITY: Schaumburg

Chapel Hill Country Club

Enjoy the delightful rural atmosphere at this semi-private facility located near the banks of the Fox River in lovely McHenry. Accept the challenge to play the longest hole in Illinois, measuring over 700 yards.

CITY: McHenry

Charcoal Oven

Charcoal Oven offers a wide variety of fresh fish, steaks, and Greek specialites daily.

CITY: Skokie

Charles Gates Dawes House Museum

The Dawes House, a magnificent Chateauesque Mansion overlooking Lake Michigan, was the home of the former United States vice president under Calvin Coolidge and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Charles Gates Dawes.

CITY: Evanston

Charlestowne Mall

Charlestowne Mall has a unique collection of boutiques, specialty shops and nationally famous stores and enchanting two-level carousel.

CITY: St. Charles

Charlie Fox's Di Fantastico

Premium carry-out & pizza delivery. Pasta, sandwiches, and more. Full service restaurant.

CITY: St. Charles

Charm Thai

Charm Thai is a unique combination of a Thai food restaurant and Sushi bar. The setting is cozy and great for families. It is a place where people can come and enjoy a leisurely meal, and sit and talk awhile.

CITY: St. Charles

Charm Thai Restaurant

A unique combination of Thai cuisine and sushi bar. Cozy setting, great for families.

CITY: St. Charles