Best of 2016 Winners!

For the sixth year in a row, our audience has spoken — this year louder than ever before. With more than 168,000 votes across 11 categories, what follows are the best businesses and services in Chicago and around the North Shore. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #Bestof2016.

Best of 2016: Fitness & Recreation

Make It Better’s Best of 2016 drew more than 168,000 votes across 11 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #Bestof2016. Best Spin Studio  Spynergy Family-owned and community-oriented, Spynergy is a great workout for all ages and fitness levels. 813 Oak St., Winnetka Best Yoga Studio Bikram Yoga North Shore […]

Best of 2016: Kids

Make It Better’s Best of 2016 drew more than 168,000 votes across 11 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #Bestof2016. Best Day Camp JCC Day Camps Passionate staffers, wide-ranging activities (from swimming to yoga) and a long tradition of sharing the spirit of the Jewish community with kids of […]

Best of 2016: Celebrations

Make It Better’s Best of 2016 drew more than 168,000 votes across 11 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #Bestof2016. Best Kids Birthday Party Venue Kohl Children’s Museum Party guests receive full-day admission and, if the host desires, the museum can take care of literally everything, including paper products […]

Best of 2016: Dining

Make It Better’s Best of 2016 drew more than 168,000 votes across 11 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #Bestof2016. Best Burger (Suburbs) Edzo’s Burger Shop The undisputed suburban burger champ for five years running. 1571 Sherman Ave., Evanston Best Burger (Chicago) Au Cheval A burger that will make you […]

Best of 2016: Shopping

Make It Better’s Best of 2016 drew more than 168,000 votes across 11 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #Bestof2016. Best Clothing Boutique (Suburbs)  |  Best Accessories Store (Suburbs) Juniper Boutique Juniper Boutique has done it again! This three-time winner of Best Suburban Clothing Boutique and first time Best […]

Best of 2016: Arts & Entertainment

Make It Better’s Best of 2016 drew more than 168,000 votes across 11 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #Bestof2016. Best Live Music Venue (Suburbs)  |  Most Beautiful Place to Hear Live Music Ravinia Ravinia is the go-to destination for live music under the stars. 418 Sheridan Road, Highland […]

Best of 2016: Beauty

Make It Better’s Best of 2016 drew more than 168,000 votes across 11 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #Bestof2016. Best Mani/Pedi Josie Nail Spa Treating customers well isn’t simply a promise; it’s a guarantee at Jose Nail Spa, so book a mani/pedi today for a treat. 2536 Waukegan […]

Best of 2016: Philanthropy & Community

Make It Better’s Best of 2016 drew more than 168,000 votes across 11 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #Bestof2016. Best Fundraising Gala PAWS Fur Ball This November marks the 15th year of the PAWS Fur Ball benefitting PAWS Chicago and its incredible work to end the euthanization of animals. […]

Best of 2016: Travel

Make It Better’s Best of 2016 drew more than 168,000 votes across 11 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #Bestof2016. Best Luxury Resort  |  Best Downtown Chicago Hotel Four Seasons Resorts & Hotels Ninety-eight hotels in 41 countries that all exemplify one word: luxury. Chicago: 120 E. Delaware Place […]