We asked readers what now-closed Chicago business they miss the most. Here’s what you told us, lightly edited for clarity:
“Ashkenaz Deli in the Gold Coast. Their gefilte fish was the best in Chicago.”
— Maurine Neiberg
Sabatino’s on Irving Park Road because of the amazing food, excellent staff and warm and friendly atmosphere. … Angelo & Enzo Pagni are/were the most wonderful owners and friends
— Javier Benitez
“Marshall Field and Co.’s closing created a huge void for Chicago shoppers. Nothing can compare to the attention and care Field’s employees gave to each and every person who walked into that business. Field’s merchandise was also incomparable. Absolutely miss their epic seasonal sales.”
— Maria de la Rosa
“Dugan’s Bistro. Welcomed everyone and no politics.”
— Jim Constantine
“I miss Quenchers Saloon the most. Large beer selection. Better than average food.”
— Michael Blane
“Johnny Gennaros’ place in Little Italy. Amazing pork chop!”
— James Paul Hunter
“Ronny’s Original Chicago Steakhouse was the best game in town. … Somebody you knew was always [there]. It was the downtown hangout for so many people.”
— Javi LM
“Rose Records on Wabash spent many a day looking for the latest releases.”
— Rick Faber
“Montgomery Wards. I have so many fond memories as a kid of making my Christmas list based on the items in their Christmas catalog, which I would peruse constantly. I enjoyed every trip to their Evergreen Plaza (95th & Western) location. And my grandmother worked at the downtown store (State Street). … I was a Montgomery Wards kid through and through.”
— Derek D. Forest
“Meyer Deli in Lincoln Square. It was a cornerstone of the German-American community.”
— Jason Betke
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