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Best of Chicago 2019: Services

by Lily Yu July 23, 2019

Better: Best of 2019

These Chicago-area businesses will repair your favorite piece of jewelry, deliver gorgeous flowers, help you move, and more.

Best Floral Delivery (City)

Flowers for Dreams

1812 W. Hubbard St., Chicago

For every bouquet that is bought, a portion of its profits will be used to support a local charity.

Best Floral Delivery (Suburbs)

The Flower Shop in Glencoe

693 Vernon Ave., Glencoe

Best of 2019: The Flower Shop in Glencoe — Photo courtesy of The Flower Shop in Glencoe.

Get your loved ones’ favorite bouquet delivered to them even when you’re away.

Best Jewelry Repair

Franz Jewelers Ltd.

1220 Meadow Road, Northbrook

Best of 2019: Franz Jewelers, Ltd. — Photo courtesy of Franz Jewelers, Ltd.

This family owned and operated business has been serving Northbrook and the surrounding communities since 1966. Stop by and experience the friendly, professional service and quality merchandise that has made Franz a Best Of winner for the second consecutive year. Plus, it’s pet friendly! Meet Champ, the resident greeter, and shop his pet motif jewelry corner benefitting local animal shelters.

Best Movers

Happ Movers, Inc.

2942 Glenview Road, Glenview

Moving won’t be a pain when Happ Movers are a part of it.

Best Pet Grooming

Wags on Willow

300 Happ Road, Northfield

Best of 2019: Wags on Willow — Owners Mary Bowler and pug Ernie with one of many carloads of recent donations to Orphans of the Storm from clients and members of the community. (Photo courtesy of Wags on Willow.)

Schedule an appointment for your pet to get groomed and pampered.