Chicago Coast True Value

"I've lived in Roger's Park since 60's and this is the first time I've ever been here. I was overwhelmed. Forgot to take pics inside. Needed keys made. 2 keys, a springy hoop key ring for under $7.00! Boom, Done! Compared to the key Kiosk at the Jewels, $13.50 plus 3 to 5 days shipping, no thanks. Support your local merchants."

"I just love this place. It looks tiny from the outside, but for however long I've been going there (the last three decades?) they almost always have what I need for most any household project I'm working on. What's more, Jay and Frank and their staff are available to help you find what you're looking for - so rare these days - and often have suggestions to help you accomplish whatever you're working on. They're decent people and a real pleasure to do business with!"

"This is the BEST hardware store to go to. They have everything for your house, garden, bicycle and so much more. And they are friendly and know what they are doing. Great for the neighborhood. I've been coming here for over 20 years!!"

"The owner, Frank, is the best. His prices are reasonable and he is really knowledgeable. Instead of buying a whole package of screws when u only need one, you can go there and buy 1 screw for 3 cents and his staff will treat you with the same courtesy as if you had spent $100. The staff can answer any of your hardware related questions with certainty. I can not recommend this store enough. It is so nice to have a little ma and pa type gem still in our neighborhood."

"I visit the shop at least a couple of times a month. Usually, someone asks me if they could help me find something right when I walk in the store. Their customer service is great, and if I have a list of five things I need to buy, they can help me find them and ring me up in under five minutes. Plus, they have knowledgeable staff who can tell me what to buy and how to use it. Finally, they offer a host of services such as knife sharpening, bicycle repair, servicing of lawnmowers, and cutting shades/blinds to size."