Kitchen supply stores?

Sorry if this has been asked already -

Any recommendations for kitchen supply stores aside from the usual suspects?

What are the usual suspects and what don't they have that you are looking for?
Jamie

Hi,

I like the housewares department in H-Mart Korean supermarket at Oakton and Waukegan Roads in Niles.

Regards,

This thread makes me realize how much I miss the Edward Don Outlet on Elston.
Personally, I like to browse places like Williams-Sanoma and Sur La Table for ideas and then buy online.
Northwest Cutlery on Lake Street has many items cheaper than what you'd find elsewhere - just not in fancy pastel colors.
If you're patient enough, there's always Craigslist.

What about the restaurant supply places on Madison? I know there are at least three or four in the 1000W-1100W block of Madison. There
is/was another restaurant supply around Milwaukee and Halsted (on Milwaukee), but I think it might've been heave-ho'ed for condos? It seems like shiny, corporate places like Williams-Sonoma and Sur La Table can gouge you price-wise. If you're looking for a smaller store, The Chopping Block in Lincoln Square is a good option.

Chopping Block
4747 N. Lincoln
773.472.6700

In the city, I like Krasny's for small items and friendly service. If you've got a business license, Restaurant Depot has very good prices. I finally made it to Northwest Cutlery for a new santuko and butcher knife, a fun place with knowledgable staff. The santuko was a bit less than what Williams-Sonoma was charging, plus you're supporting a local business.

I can't recommend Schweppe's in Lombard. They have a huge selection, but I tried to return 2 half pans for a steam table that we hadn't used, and an employee accused me of lying and would only refund my money for 1 of the pans. She said they "looked used". Huh? Well, nice going lady, I just started a catering biz and Schweppe's will never get another dime. All that over a $20 pan.

Online, this place has good prices but the shipping tends to make it about the same as Restaurant Deport: http://www.equippers.com/

grace


Krasny's
2829 N Clybourn Ave
Chicago, IL
(773) 477-5504

Restaurant Depot/Jetro
1030 W Division St
Chicago, IL
(312) 255-0403

Schweppe's
376 W. North Ave.
Lombard, IL
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