Chicagoist: Baby-on-Board Review: Ethel's Chocolate Lounge

guest

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 12:36:30 -0600

Just because a company is corporate owned doesn't mean anything about the quality or service. In my experience this means the staff are better paid and looked after than any mom& pop store thus leading to happier, cleaner service for the customer. Sure Ethel's is owned by mars...Chipotle is owned by McDonalds and those are some good burritos!

guest

Sat, 28 Jul 2007 02:03:53 -0600

I love how a lot of people are like, "I would love this place...but do you know who it's owned by?! Egads! Can't love it now.."

guest

Fri, 27 Jul 2007 08:42:33 -0600

love this place.

Olive

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 22:56:25 -0600

I think the concept is cool and I have been to the Armitage and Old Orchard locations, and passed by a few others, but what turns me off is how "chainy" the place feels. I am not opposed to chains per se, but it's too chintzy or something. I agree with the old Chicagoist review linked to this article - it tries to be upscale, but comes off cheap. I think the stand alone stores work the best. However, it's meant to be a mall chain I think. The chocolates are pretty good - I got a sampler and a coffee drink, but nothing spectacular. I am sure though that it's great for kids. I am sure when I become a mom, I will want to come here for friendly child service.

guest

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 11:38:15 -0600

This place may be good, but it's way overpriced. Ethel's is a chain owned my Mars (same people who make Snickers, M&Ms, etc.) and, other than having a nice atmosphere, is not worth my time.

Scott the Jerseyist

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 11:30:25 -0600

God, I love this place. If I had money I'd weigh an extra fifty pounds by now from going there too much. Any place that does not serve alcohol and says "Would you like to run a tab?" you're in trouble! Also, anyone who does not think chocolate is a drug should check this place out. They'll give you a little sample just like any good dealer and you are hooked. It's just a good thing we don't have to smoke it.