Business Hours:
Wednesday-Friday 11am-7pm Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm
1926 W. Montrose Ave.
Chicago, IL 60613
Welcome to GiGi's!
Bring Your Own Containers
Stop in and step up to the front counter to get your containers weighed, and proceed onto our vast selection of conventional and organic dry goods, fill your container with your desired amount, and come up to the counter to check out... It's that easy!
While you're here, stop by our selection of pre-packaged goods curated and verified as having zero single-use plastic in the packaging or take hold of some of our products that support a sustainable lifestyle. It really is just that easy! Don't have a container of your own? No problem. Paper bags and recycled bottles and jars are available to fill with your desired amount of drygoods, and bring it to the counter to check out. Don't forget to shop some of our products that support sustainable living or grab a jar or can of pre-packages items curated to ensure no single use plastic in their packaging. It really is that easy to be plastic-free for you and me.
Welcome to Gigi's General Store, a nostalgic nod to the beloved in-town staples of yesteryears, nestled in the vibrant heart of the Ravenswood neighborhood in Chicago.
GiGi's is a 100% plastic-free environment featuring custom, locally made displays, a vast selection of dry goods, plastic-free pre-packaged delights, urban gardening supplies, housewares, vintage and upcycled items, all in a 'bring your own container" environment. When we say 'plastic -free' we mean it! Items in the shop are curated specifically to discourage single-use plastics as well as putting our words into action by offering only items that are metal, ceramic, nature-grown, glass & and wood or made of bio-plastics that are biodegradable or compostable. Sorry big oil....the buck stops here!
Equity! Dignity! Plastic-Free!
Tired of paying for the marketing and branding, not to mention plastic packaging of brand names? So are we! We will offer both conventional and organic "GiGi's Favorites" that will support equity in sustainable shopping, dignity for all of our guests, and plastic-free for our earth, which could really use our support right about now.
At Gigi's, we're more than just plastic-free environment - we're a community hub committed to sustainability and education. Join us for workshops in zero-waste lifestyle planning, upcycling techniques, urban gardening tips & and tricks, and other engaging topics that empower us to make a positive impact together. Step into Gigi's and rediscover the timeless essence of mindful living, one eco-friendly choice at a time.
Vintage & Upcycled Containers
Gigi's General Store showcases an inventive collection of upcycled treasures, from eco-friendly accessories to great plastic free life essentials and gift items. Explore our upcycled items for unique, sustainable finds that add character to any space. Help us offer you what YOU want! Complete our survey!
Workshops
GiGi's General Store will be featuring numberous workshops highlighting the ease of sustainable practices such as Spring Seed Planting, Fermenting 101, Finger Knitting with recycled cotton fabrics, Composting at Home, Indoor Plant Propagation & Doctoring, One-of-a-kind Greeting Card Collage classes and so much more!
Have something you would like to explore? Complete our survey!
Retail Pre-Packaged
Find a diverse retail selection, all featuring plastic-free packaging. Old standards favorites plus gourmet brands will help make GiGi's the perfect stop for your complete grocery store experience. Have a suggestion for a plastic-free retail product or line? Complete our survey!
Discover a number of charming home essentials at Gigi's General Store, from vintage-inspired decor to modern kitchenware. GiGi's will offer both conventional and organic options for refills of soaps, detergents, personal care items as well as a curated selection of personal items including natural creams and lotions by our exclusive brand "C.Clifton Naturals'. Have a suggestion for a product or line? Complete our survey!
Home & Personal Items
Dry Goods & Foodstuffs
Gigi's General Store boasts an array of quality dry goods, from rustic grains to specialty spices. Our shelves brim with an assortment of delectable grains, beans, pastas and rice options, plus the most delicious coffees and teas. Want to see your favorite item featured? Complete our survey!
