The Wooden Spoon
Kitchen supply store · Chicago
5047 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640
About
Located in the heart of Chicago’s Andersonville neighborhood at 5047 N Clark St, The Wooden Spoon serves as a local destination for home cooks seeking high-quality kitchen supplies. The shop offers a curated selection of professional-grade tools, ranging from durable pots and pans to specialized utensils and bakeware. For those looking to refine their culinary skills, the store also hosts a variety of hands-on, BYOB cooking classes that cover diverse cuisines and techniques. The experience at The Wooden Spoon is often defined by its community-focused atmosphere, where staff members provide personalized guidance on maintaining equipment and selecting the right tools for a home kitchen. While the shop is a popular venue for private events and group gatherings, the nature of the classes can vary, with some participants enjoying interactive, skill-building sessions led by knowledgeable instructors, while others may find the pace or level of hands-on involvement to be different than expected. Whether browsing for a specific kitchen essential or participating in a group workshop, visitors generally find a space dedicated to the craft of cooking.
What clients say
The Wooden Spoon is a local kitchen supply store in Andersonville that offers a variety of high-quality cooking tools and interactive group cooking classes. While many customers praise the knowledgeable staff and welcoming atmosphere, others report inconsistent experiences regarding class structure and customer service follow-through.
Strengths
- Knowledgeable and helpful staff
- High-quality kitchen products
- Engaging and fun cooking classes
Weaknesses
- Rushed or disorganized class instruction
- Lack of hands-on participation in classes
- Poor follow-up on customer requests
Best for
Home cooks looking for quality kitchen tools and social, BYOB-style group cooking experiences.
Opening hours
- Friday
- 12–5 PM
- Monday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 12–4 PM
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Saturday
- 11 AM–5 PM
- Thursday
- 12–5 PM
- Wednesday
- 12–5 PM
Contact
- 5047 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640
- (773) 293-3190
- www.woodenspoonchicago.com