Sur La Table

Absolutely fantastic store! I cannot wait to purchase my new stand mixer, cutlery, cookware set, and enroll in some cooking classes. I was bored in the 900 Michigan shops so I just stopped in to see what the store was about. I was in heaven as I love cooking. The prices are expected for the quality items, and I think its past time I ditch my walmart cookware and splurge for lifelong products. The staff here are awesome too! They do not hover, but they are accessible. Just great!

I love Sur La table! I am a frequent visitor of the Naperville location since I live in that area, but we were staying in the city for a weekend and decided to take a cooking class. We did a seafood class and it was just us and one other couple, which made for a very intimate, hands-​on class. I do wish that I remembered what the instructor’s name was because he was excellent, but I think the wine got to me. They are located in the 900 shops and will let you bring in wine so that you can drink while you cook. We got a good amount of food to taste after the class. Not sure if that was because we were only 4 people, or if there would have been more if there were more participants. I do think it is a bit expensive, but it is nice that you get a discount on merchandise and at this location you get a deal on parking. I would really like to take another class in the future and probably will.

I came here for a cooking class, learning to make macaroons. I had fun, the chefs were great, the macaroons were delicious, I think I can make them again on my own. Haha. Probably not.
That’s the beauty of the class. They are positive and informative so you feel macaroon invincible. The chef (s) didn’t mind me bothering them with additional questions that they hadn’t covered. They said they were available for questions if I get stuck while trying to make them on my own and so on. This is an awesome service.
This location has validated parking that covered $ 15.00 of my $ 30.00 fee. This helps make the class more economical and this downtown local is great for sight seeing and hanging out for more shopping adventures. Try a classes at least once here. I’ve taken several at different Sur LA Table’s and they are always nice.
I didn’t give five stars simply because the parking is so expensive. It’s not the stores fault, but free is so much more appealing.

All I can say is it’s a fun place to shop. If you’re a foodie like me you shouldn’t go there, you’ll see tons of things that you don’t need but will want to buy! So go there with a budget in mind or you may end up spending a lot more than you intended! And the staff is super friendly and helpful. Stop in and have some fun you won’t regret it.

For all things kitchen & dining-​related, there is Sur La Table.
This particular location has some of the most coveted and unique kitchen gadgets, dishes and decorative accents I’ve found at any store yet. Yes, it’s expensive, but shopping at Sur La Table is more an experience. It’s an indulgence we all should experience. Even their cloth napkins are kinds pricey and everything else just goes up in price from there (there’s no way you can get out of this store if you buy something without dropping a chunk of change) but I like to refer to Sur La Table as «event shopping, a once in a lifetime thing» for most average Joes. For culinary types, this place is the kitchen equivalent of a kid walking into a candy store, no joke.
Everything they sell is beautiful and they do offer a fairly wide range of price points to suit everyone’s pocketbook. I like their dishes and glassware, everything else is just too damn expensive. Make it a point to stop in here and pick up something cool for your kitchen. Great customer service is a hallmark of Sur La Table in general, and this store lives up to that and much more. They offer cooking classes and do lots of samplings and demonstrations of their wares.

My fiancé and I had such a blast taking the macaroon class at this location. Our instructor was fun and very thorough throughout the class. She carefully explained each step and gave us many tips on how to create the perfect macaroon. I loved that it was very hands on. We learned how to use the kitchen aid mixer, how to fold and pipette each macaroon. Not only did we get to take macaroons home, we took home the exact recipe we followed during the class. In addition, we were given an additional 10% discount on all the items throughout the store. We can’t wait to take another cooking class here!

***This Sur La Table is located in 900 Shops, which is a small, upscale mall on Michigan Avenue in Chicago; this Sur La Table has a great variety of upscale kitchen appliance and items as well as a rather big Nespresso section where they serve all kinds of complimentary drinks***
I am not sure what the parking situation is at 900 Shops, but I imagine parking around here (given that this shop is on Magnificent Mile) is very expensive.

I happened into this location rather on accident, not realizing the other upscale housewares store in this mall had closed down. Sur la Table has a pretty wide selection of gadgets and fine cooking supplies crammed into their small place. The staff were friendly and knowledgable. I went in in search of vanilla bean paste and walked out with that plus a few discount hand towels. Their clearance section actually offered a lot of good stuff; it was hard to peel myself away for checkout. The cooking classes look like a good time too; can’t wait to go back & try one out!

You can find every kitchen baking tool here on this store, located on the third floor of the indoor mall. Automatic can opener? Natural ketchup? You got it. Join the mailing list for amazing discounts. Clearance items and washroom are in the rear. Employees validate parking for $ 6. Took a noodles cooking class. Each person was in charge of a specific ingredient for each dish. You gain experience using some of their tools. Each person takes a turn to stir the food in the pot. I enjoyed the experience; however, other cooking classes are more hands-​on than this approach.

The duchess of this location is here you commoners and here’s what’s what people about this particular one. I love this location. They are always so sweet and super helpful and may I add, hilarious. Always offering an espresso or cappuccino when I walk in. I’d love to partake but I usually come in late so I have to be a good girl and decline. Which I also love that they don’t get pissy and passive aggressive with me that I stop in kinda late due to working long hours during the weekdays. Sometimes you really need a bottle stop TONIGHT cuz the one that came with the bottle just won’t do anymore. I’m a quick shopper though unless I’m killing time, I go in for what I need usually and bounce. They have a great infused oil selection and got some good info/​tips from a recent purchase of some truffle oil I’ve been looking for everywhere. (Whole food’s on Huron isn’t great for that…) Big plus is that they are one of the few stores in this mall open past 7pm on a weekday. The others are JCrew and Club Monaco among 2 – 3 others. Lame, lots of places close at 7pm on MIchigan ave on weekdays FYI — granny hours I tell you! You’re the bestest Sur la table, for my paper straws, bottle stops, pot holders, truffle oil, cake stands, etc. kitchen ware needs. Love. I could spend over an hour in here. While lululemon next door snoozes cuz they’re a bunch of grannies that close early.
Customer service lessons can be learned here and at AllSaints on Michigan avenue… People care at these locations and they’re charming with a dash of passion, making the experience enjoyable unlike some posers out there that are so bored at their jobs– I’m looking at you Lyfe Kitchen with your indifferent shrugs only a lazy bum could love.

Thanks to Sur La Table I am a macaron making master!
My friend and I signed up for the fall French macaron baking class and learned a lot. Macarons are such finicky pastries to make, but with the instruction and assistance of the chefs, we were able to make decent macarons with ease. The true test was when I took the instruction booklet they gave us and made my own at home — success! Not to say that I will never purchase another macaron again, but I can actually make some that are comparable to ones from bakeries. The class was well organized and the chefs (and assistants) were cheerful and pleasant to work with. I had such a good experience, I would take another cooking class (if the classes were less expensive I would take them more often — maybe they should have a 3-​pack pass… get a discount for signing up for multiple classes?). If you are a first time cook/​baker or more experienced, these class are great since they taught us technique and it was easy to follow along since they have huge TVs projecting each step too. Bön appetit!

Located on Michigan Ave, this boutique store is on the third floor. When I went, people were there taking some sort of cooking class. Also, this location has a Nespresso Boutique. What makes this location stand out is probably the above two I mentioned.

Decided to do some browsing and was pleasantly surprised by this store. Very friendly staff, nice selection, and lovely French music playing. On top of that, they have a Nespresso boutique and we were able to get some more capsules while enjoying an Espresso.

I know I seem to give pretty high marks to most places I review, But this place was a ton of fun. Our cooking class was part of a package deal with the Theatre in the Water Tower place that was showing a play about Julia Child. The Class was designed to add to the experience of seeing Mastering the Art. The class started with brief but effective knife skills demonstration which helped many of the people that had not used a knife in the kitchen and proceeded to preparing a wonderful champagne vinaigrette that dressed a goat cheese and spring greens salad. Then we went on to preparing Desert which was a lovely Chocolate, Grand Marnier soufflé. Ever since i had one on a cruise i have loved soufflé. The techniques that they demonstrated were perfect and our soufflé was light and delicious. Our Main course was a filet of sole cooked with a brown butter and caper pan sauce. My son in law cooked the fish perfectly with a bit of instruction from our chef. Now we discuss the wonders of Duck Fat. I had no idea that it could lend such a wonderful flavor to potatoes. We roasted them in duck fat and butter. Delightful! A the end of the day the staff was very entertaining, friendly and helpful and the food we helped prepare was delicious. I want to do this again sometime!

You know how people would ask for funzies, «If you were given a million dollars, what would you do with it?» «Ummmm go crayyyy at Sur La Table!» would be my answer. Now, if I actually said that to a friend in person they’d probably respond two ways: «Huh? What’s that?» or «WHY?!» Ummm because Sur La Table is awesome. That’s why. Every time I’m in the mood to test my cooking/​baking skills, I have to head to Sur La Table for some inspiration. There are so many little gadgets and fun contraptions for the kitchen fiend in me that I go wild. This is my culinary equivalent to J. Crew — a place where I also am like a kid in a candy store. Now, I must admit, however, that while this is a chain, there are sometimes some snobby workers hanging around. This location, so far, has been generally friendly. I have come across a couple stuffy staffers (who don’t greet you or ask for help), but I let it slide because I love Sur La Table too much to let their mediocre service ruin the thrills of going up and down every aisle.

I thought I’d stop in and check out this newly opened shop in the Bloomingdale Building, The shop is located on the third floor, where Mark Shale once was.
The store has totally been remodeled. The store has a very modern feeling with exposed cement flooring. There are two sections to this store. The first section is for your shopping needs. It reminded me of Bed, Bath and Beyond. I was able to find an orange peeler, whereas, I haven’t been able locate anywhere. The second part is the cooking studio. From what I understand, cooking classes will be offered. I’m sure someone with cooking skills will be reporting on the classes.
The staff was very friendly when I was browsing and when I was checking out.
Sur La Table is a great addition to the shopping center. Check it out!