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Lynfred Winery Inc
Aug 24, 2009 by Germanella

Overall Rating: 7

• Nearby location.
• Value, ambiance.

“We went on a Private Wine Tour and Tasting. I treated a bunch of my girlfriends to an afternoon out. We were a little disappointed in the setting. Lynfred Wineries is located right next to a Starbucks, strip mall and residential housing. It didn't feel like much of an escape, but after a few glasses of wine, nobody seemed to notice. The private tasting was nice and not rushed. The tour guide was like-able and knowledgeable. However, we just ping-ponged between a hallway, a tasting room and the distillery. It was not much of a tour. After the tour, we bought a few bottles of wine (that they would not let us open and pour at the location) and purchased a few glasses of wine to take out to the Gazebo. We lingered for another hour and a half. The wine was good. I am not an expert at wines. I enjoy a good glass and was able to find that in the Lynfred Merlot. Overall, the tour and the tasting are not the big draw. It's the people you share the experience with that make it a fun experience.”

Hide-A-Way Lake Campground
Aug 17, 2009 by Andrea from Huntley

Overall Rating: 1

• Driving away from the camp grounds to go home.
• Everything up until we were driving away from the camp grounds to go home.

“This place was an absolute nightmare! The so called pool was so unsanitary, I wouldn't let my dog near it, much less my children! It was a run-down mess. Unfortunately, I did not think to read reviews before I visited this camp site and so wish I had.”

Elgin Fire Barn No 5 Museum
Aug 7, 2009 by Andrew from London

Overall Rating: 10

• Everything you could ever ask for from a fire barn museum.
• Visitors cant use the pole.

“I visited the Fire Barn in 2001 and I have to say it was nothing short of fantastic, should I ever return to Elgin a visit to fire Barn no5 will be at the top of my 'to do' list. The only complaint I have is that I wasn't allowed to go on the pole.”

Zano Salon & Day Spa
Jul 29, 2009 by jennifer from St. Charles

Overall Rating: 8

• Relaxing atmosphere.
• Over priced.

“I thought the services were OK- but overpriced. I went for a simple pull back and make-up aplication for a special occasion and they charged me almost $200. I will never go back and think they take advantage of you if you say you have a wedding. How is a woman supposed to get that occasional treat when they are overcharged just for saying they are going to a wedding”

Bowling Green Sports Center, Inc
Jun 30, 2009 by Butch from Aurora, illinois

Overall Rating: 7

• The lanes are well maintained. Helpful friendly staff. Good Pro shop, plentiful inventory and a knowledgeable.
• A little slow sometimes getting service at the snack bar but then that is at all bowling alleys I think.

“Started bowling there about a year ago and have enjoyed it plenty. Recently bought a new fingertip ball from the on site pro shop. The pro there is knowledgeable and helpful and I was throwing 200 games in no time. On weekend nights there usually is a younger crowd with music blasting throughout the alley. I prefer the slower crowd and don't usually frequent during these hours. I prefer this alley over most alleys in my area and go here when I do bowl outside of league nights. it isn't the closest to me, but the best overall for what I am looking for in a bowling alley.”

Cog Hill (No. 4)
Jun 29, 2009 by Scott from Chicago

Overall Rating: 6

• Quality layout and friendly staff.
• Renovated greens need time to soften up.

“We played the renovated course this weekend and were extremely disappointed in the condition of the greens.”

Fair Haven Lanes
May 6, 2009 by Lisa from Mundelein

Overall Rating: 9

• Not crowded.
• A little old.

“I like fair haven lanes. Its not too crowded and its cheap too! Its a fun thing to do on a rainy day and it is a nice friendly and safe environment”

Pine Lakes Camping Resort Inc
Mar 25, 2009 by Randy from Springfield, IL

Overall Rating: 10

• Beautiful and wooded campsites. Super friendly staff.
• No negatives.

“Super campground! We camp with our dogs and Pine Lakes is very pet friendly. They have a great dog park right on the campgrounds that allows me to let the dogs run and play off leash. There are great trails that are well-mulched all around the grounds that allows us to really get the dogs tired for the night. The owners, are two of the nicest people you'd ever meet. Our first two trips here were weekend trips and it rained. When contemplating how to pull our camper out of the flood, they came by and told us not to try as she wanted us to be happy and to come back. Her husband came by with a tractor and pulled our pop up onto the paved road and helped us hook up to our SUV. We've been back several times. It's large, but there's no crowded feeling. Lots of trees mean that most of the sites are in full shade-even the sites right on the lake. Lots of activities, a game room, groomed beach, etc. make for a really fun weekend.”

Town & Country Bowling Lanes
Mar 15, 2009 by isabelle from rock island

Overall Rating: 8

• Lanes are very well kept.
• The workers are very unpleasant.

“Nice bowling lanes, but the help is less than good.”

Greater Rockford Airport
Feb 24, 2009 by Laura from Wisconsin

Overall Rating: 8

• Parking, no crowds, pleasant personnel-even security.
• Slow baggage return, little to do in terminal while waiting.

“I flew during Spring break 2008 and the process was so easy. Parking was a breeze. Flight selection is minimal but if I can find a flight to meet my needs this airport will be my first choice. Even going through security was pleasant. That has never happened before! The flights were on time and the staff were polite. Baggage return took a very long time on the return flight.”

Archives Leather & Museum
Feb 22, 2009 by Jeff from Chicago, IL

Overall Rating: 10

• Lots of stairs.

“The Leather Archives & Museum is a library. The library collection contains published books, magazines, scholarly publications, films and electronic resources related to the subject matter. The archival collection contains unpublished papers and records from notable activists, artists, businesses and organizations related to the subject matter.”

Crystal Bowl Inc
Jan 23, 2009 by Dean from Spring Grove

Overall Rating: 9

• Conditions & people.
• Ball return acted up.

“Nice lanes for the upper end bowler. Conditions are quite consistent and allow for higher scoring for the bowler who can adjust and make good shots. Nice people run the house and are always willing to help.”

Libertyville Theater 1&2
Jan 18, 2009 by Silver

Overall Rating: 10

• Everything.
• Nothing.

“This is such a great theater! It has the best prices, the people are so nice, and it's never over-crowded. It really isn't that dirty like everyone else says, I mean, it's a movie theater.”

Sunset Bowl
Jan 14, 2009 by Gary from Waukegan

Overall Rating: 9

• Neighborhood.

“Nice people, nice place.”

Science Center The
Dec 10, 2008 by Sheila from St Louis

Overall Rating: 10

• Clean, fun and informative.
• Absolutely nothing.

“What a great little place! The people were friendly and my kids had an absolute ball! There is a nominal entry fee.”

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Park Gateway Fun
Oct 24, 2008 by Kyle from St. Louis

Overall Rating: 9

• Go-karts, miniature golf, bumper-boats, batting cages.
• Nothing.

“Great fun for the whole family and the employees were very nice and helpful.”

Pine Lakes Campground
Oct 15, 2008 by TIM from NONE

Overall Rating: 1

• Nothing.
• The whole thing.

“I don't think their phone works. Muddy.”

Echo Bowling Lanes
Oct 14, 2008 by mary

Overall Rating: 5

• Arcade.
• NA.

“They used to have laser light bowling and extremely loud music on Friday nights. Dont know if they still do. Popular with the teenagers, as well as an arcade. Food and bar.”

Hide-A-Way Lake Campground
Aug 23, 2008 by LISA from CHICAGO

Overall Rating: 1

• Going home.
• Everything.

“This place is horrible, do not bring your family here! It is a real life version of a Stephen king movie or Friday the 13th, there are no words to describe this campground. Broken play ground equipment, soaped up golf carts, loud for your own safety do not go there!”

Hide-A-Way Lake Campground
Aug 23, 2008 by l from glendale heights

Overall Rating: 1

• Leaving.
• Everything.

“Do not camp here! It is scary! It looks like a great location for a Steven King movie or perhaps a sequel to Friday the 13th words can't even describe this place, do not bring your family here!”

St Mary Of Nazareth
Aug 13, 2008 by Maria from Tillett

Overall Rating: 1

• Nothing.
• The birthing unit.

“Not a friendly place. This is a Polish hospital and if you are not of Polish descent do not bother coming here. The OB unit seems rushed and I felt like a number not a person. The nurses are not nice and just did not seem to understand that I have pain. I had a c-section and they told me that by the third day, I should not have any pain. I had surgery of course I am in pain! Everyone handles pain differently but they just did not understand that (or believe) that my pain was there.”

Maple Meadows Golf Course
Jul 30, 2008 by Joe from Downers Grove

Overall Rating: 7

• Nice greens and fairways.
• Need more washrooms and for the cart person to come around more.

“Very nice course, has enough trouble on it to get even the low handicapper in trouble.”

Six Flags Great America
Jul 22, 2008 by sam

Overall Rating: 9

• Great rides.
• Crowds.

“A great all day get-away but there were long lines and overly expensive food. Overall I had a good time.”

K Bowl
Jul 16, 2008 by J

Overall Rating: 2

• 40 nice, state of the art alleys.
• Customer service that should make any owner re-evaluate his or her entire staff.

“As far as facilities goes, Kbowl is hard to beat. As far as employees, customer relations goes, unless you enjoy being berated and disrespected by the employees that are supposed to serve you, I suggest finding another bowling alley.”

Bowl Haven Lanes
Jun 16, 2008 by Jason from Bethalto, IL

Overall Rating: 2

• Location.
• Outdated styling, run down.

“Machines didn't work, place is dirty, looks run down.”

Crane Creek Golf Club
Jun 5, 2008 by Walter from Virginia Beach, VA

Overall Rating: 10

• Great staff, awesome greens.
• No water on course, lack of cart paths.

“Incredible course. Very long, requires accurate drives. Greens were some of the best I have ever seen. Very smooth, very true roll, and very fast. Not many flat, straight puts. Staff was very nice. $22 unlimited pay on Tuesday including a cart.”

Hide-A-Way Lake Campground
Jun 2, 2008 by quinn from Chicago

Overall Rating: 1

• The girl at the gate was nice.
• Everything - they need to be shut down.

“My husband and I took a drive out to see the campground over the weekend. Scary is not even the word to describe it! Driving in there were several abandoned campers with weeds covering them. It was as if we drove into another world. There was no rhyme or reason to this place. The bathrooms were run down at best. The facilities were absolutely gross - it was as if this was a sub community to some out law gang land. To be fair the girl at the front gate was nice to let us drive around and also opened the office to give us information but I was worried about her actually being in that campground - how could she feel safe there?.”

Millennium Park
May 29, 2008 by Ramesh from Chicago

Overall Rating: 7

• Refreshing to see most of nice buildings.
• Not many things to see.

“Cute little park. Not much to see. You will enjoy more when there are programs in the auditorium. Good if you have at least 2 hours of time to spend.”

John G Shedd Aquarium
May 29, 2008 by Ramesh from Chicago

Overall Rating: 5

• Wales show.
• Not many fishes and not arranged properly. More hype.

“It is good but not great. Wales show is good and also 4D theatre. Entrance price is more than it's worth.”

Randall 16 Theater
May 26, 2008 by JANET from GENEVA

Overall Rating: 1

• Teens, teens, teens. Horrible staff and manager.

“Randall 16 is strictly run by teenagers that are rude and self-absorbed. They are horrible at the concession. Every time I go, it is dreadful, knowing that I have to be waited on by this staff. They are in conversation with their peers behind the counter, and have no regard to the people to whom they are to waiting on. Then to try and report this behavior, you are then faced with a manager that is another teenager, or barely above that age. It is so frustrating. These teens need some serious guidance. Not to mention, that if some state health agency decided to pop in, the floors and counters behind the concessions are so filthy, muttered with popcorn thrown about. I'd rather not know where my food is coming from, if this is the case. Someone needs to get in gear, before this theater goes downhill anymore!”

Hide-A-Way Lake Campground
May 24, 2008 by Jim from Lemont,Il.

Overall Rating: 1

• Nothing.
• Everything.

“Went to visit friends that were staying there, left when the wanted to charge us to visit, with our friends already signed-in and waiting for us in the office. If you like rusted-out wrecks, tall, unmoved grass/weeds, loud music of all varieties, soaped-up four wheel drive vehicles racing around, then this is the place for you! If you travel just 10 minutes west on Il. Rt.71 check out Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park-Camp & Resort. Clean, Friendly Staff, Well-Maintained Sites, Lots of Activities, and no charge to visit and check-out the grounds. Well worth the extra ten minute drive and price difference !”

Green Garden Country Club, Inc
May 17, 2008 by Harilyn from Park Forest

Overall Rating: 10

• Great food, beautiful setting, friendly staff.
• It's a bit of a trip for us, but well worth it.

“We [my husband and I] have visited the restaurant several times. It is a beautiful setting with a nice menu selection and reasonable prices. We went with friends last Sunday for their brunch [$12.95 as of this date] and were truly delighted at the very extensive buffet selections with made-to-order choices prepared by a pleasant, accommodating chef. They serve the best bacon I ever ate; crepes, blintzes - several untypical breakfast items, and all of the usual. It was very good! Exceptional, actually. We don't golf, so I can't really comment on that, but the courses are beautiful, and they have an indoor driving range that is quite a sight to behold.”

Crane Creek Golf Club
Apr 2, 2008 by troy from armington illinois

Overall Rating: 8

• Value.
• Number 11 it a mother to birdie when pin in tough location.

“Cant beat Crane, they got bang for the buck; nice golf course plus a bonus see deer often and sometimes wild turkeys plus in springtime when the Cactus blooming, it pretty, yes central Illinois have Cactus, anyway it worth the drive enjoy.”

Hillcrest Golf Center
Mar 30, 2008 by don from daisy ,arkansas

Overall Rating: 10

• Great greens and fairways.
• There's one fairway that I have trouble getting through the trees, if you have played there then you know.

“Every summer we visit Washington, and I play a lot of golf at Hillcrest, it is a great course, my brother in law made a hole in one there, I plan on being there again this July, can't wait.”

La Grange Memorial Hospital
Mar 28, 2008 by Gaill Van Tuinen from Justice, IL

Overall Rating: 1

• None.
• The nurses are rude, arrogant, unhelpful and lazy.

“My mother was recently in this hospital. She was not treated nicely at all. She would ask for help and the nurse would come in and said they would be right back and would never show back up. My dad and sister did more for her than the doctors or nurses. The nurses were also very rude and would ignore her calls. She couldn't get out of the bed to go to the bathroom and she wet the bed. She called for a nurse and it took her over a half hour to come to help her out. She was very unhappy in that hospital and doesn't ever want to go back.”

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Marion Bowl
Mar 17, 2008 by GENA from CHICAGO

Overall Rating: 10

• Smoke free, friendly service. nice atmosphere.
• Nothing negative that we saw.

“The service was friendly the bowling was fun and the new bathrooms were nicer and very clean. We will definitely be back.”

Libertyville Theater 1&2
Mar 13, 2008 by bob from libertyville

Overall Rating: 10

• Cheap tickets, great food and drinks with free refills and it's in Libertyville.
• Absolutely nothing.

“This place owns. Go to it if u r looking for a sweet theatre with a lot of potential. Oh and it's in Libertyville baby.”

Crystal Bowl Inc
Mar 8, 2008 by jackie from mchenry

Overall Rating: 6

• Lots of fun with family.
• Too many smokers.

“Overall we enjoyed our time there, but I doubt that we will return. Due to there smoky atmospheres.”

Striker Lanes
Feb 20, 2008 by LM from Oak Park

Overall Rating: 3

• Well kept lanes.
• Smoking throughout alleys and bar.

“Nice lanes but this establishment continues to violate the law by allowing smoking throughout the bowling alley. It is filled with second hand smoke and there is a blatant disregard for the state law. The manager apologizes but continues to not enforce the no smoking policy.”

Yorktown Golf Complex, Inc
Jan 3, 2008 by Matthew from O'Fallon

Overall Rating: 4

• Its great for beginners.
• its very easy for pros.

“It was easy.”

Fiesta Lanes
Jan 2, 2008 by Chris from Pontiac

Overall Rating: 8

• No smoking, reasonable prices on bowling and concessions.
• Older, unattractive decor. .

“The fiesta bowl in Pontiac, Illinois is not the best center in the world. However, for a bowling center, it is kept clean and it has a friendly staff. The lanes are synthetic and only a couple of years old; the lanes are also oiled on a regular basis with a fairly new conditioning machine. Although the machines are old, they do perform well and the scoring system is virtually flawless. The fiesta bowl is a great place for families and kids; and it is strictly no smoking all of the time. .”

El Mar Bowl
Dec 28, 2007 by Ben from Chicago

Overall Rating: 10

• Good atmosphere.
• Location in a strange spot.

“Decent prices, convenient restaurant, good beer selection. .”

Crane Creek Golf Club
Oct 23, 2007 by joe

Overall Rating: 10

• Great loved it.
• Less populated none so good keep it up.

“Awesome loved it great people.”

Crane Creek Golf Club
Oct 13, 2007 by Joe Adair from Bloomington IL

Overall Rating: 8

• Unbelievable low prices and a great golf course.
• Rough was burned up, and hard as a rock, but hey, it was $22 so no complaints.

“Wow what a challenge. This course is a super layout, with some of the fastest greens in IL. At 7400 yards from tips, and several sets of tees, you can bite off all or more than you can chew at this track. Only one hole I didn't like and that was the par 3 #12. If you're above the whole a foot, you have no chance on this one. Kind of a goofy hole, but the other 17 are superb. Oh, and did I mention you can play all day on Mondays for $25. Best value in golf anywhere Ive ever been.”

Hide-A-Way Lake Campground
Oct 5, 2007 by Donna from Palos Hills

Overall Rating: 3

• Fun if you want to party without many rules.
• A disgrace to what could be a beautiful natural spot.

“Although conveniently located in proximity to home (only 45 min. ride) and a beautiful ride to the campground, it is indeed a bit on the seedy side. I have visited this campground dozens of times because my family had a site here. The woods are filled with abandoned truck trailers and other rusted un-natural equipment. Many areas look like junkyards with old tractors and equipment. When I visited over Labor day weekend, only 1 of the 9 or so female showers worked, so long lines were your only option. If you like to party, this is the place to be. A lot of drunken people hanging out at the pool all day and falling on the dance floor of the pavilion are a way of life here. Most of the full time residents are toothless with scary demeanors, not role models for young children. The store onsite is junky, needs a major clean up as well as the recreation room.”

Stoney Creek Golf Course
Oct 4, 2007 by Brian from Chicago, Il.

Overall Rating: 8

• Water holes, pin placement.
• None

“Stoney Creek is a great course for those new to the sport. It features an easy landscape coupled with tough pin placements which can challenge even the most experienced. I golf there several times a year with my teen age children and the location and course rating appeal to them.”

Crane Creek Golf Club
Sep 30, 2007 by John from Springfield

Overall Rating: 10

• Outstanding layout and course condition.
• No website.

“The most solid 18 whole course In central Illinois, public or private. Demanding but fairy, very scenic, friendly staff.”

Crossroads Community Hospital
Aug 26, 2007 by Kay from Salem

Overall Rating: 1

• Nothing.
• Worst care I ever received misdiagnosed my husband said he was having a back muscle spasm when he was having a stroke.

“Very poor quality in medical care through there emergency room. Nasty rooms and no up to date medical equipment would not recommend this hospital for my dog.”

Crane Creek Golf Club
Aug 23, 2007 by Mark from Normal, IL

Overall Rating: 8

• The course is cut out of an incredibly beautiful piece of property.
• Gravel cart paths (a minor negative).

“What a gem! Virtually in the middle of nowhere, this course is cut out of a beautiful piece of land. Some of the most impressive driving holes, with elevated tee boxes, that you will find anywhere. The greens are fast and roll true. The bent grass fairways are wonderful. The price is so low that it is hard to believe. The clubhouse staff is incredibly friendly. They make you feel like you are part of the family. The course is not perfect mind you. There are a few rough spots around the edges. But those are minor issues. All in all, this is a very fun course to play and serves as a tough test of golf, especially from the blue and black tees. You have to try this one!”

Brunswick Zone 311
Aug 16, 2007 by rashmi from roselle

Overall Rating: 10

• Nice hosts.
• For birthdays we need more slices of pizza.

“This is the best place in the Universe.”