Grill Stores in Illinois: Where to Buy a Grill in 6 Cities

This guide lists the grill, hearth and outdoor-kitchen stores we found in 6 Illinois cities, with each store's location and what it carries. Store stock, hours and addresses change, so call ahead before you visit.

If you would rather not shop in person, Arteflame ships its corten-steel fire pit grills directly to homes in Illinois. See buying an Arteflame in Illinois below.

Cities in this guide: Chicago, Aurora, Joliet, Naperville, Rockford, Elgin

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A typical gas grill runs cooler, so a steak needs more time over the heat before it browns. The Arteflame’s center grate reaches 1,000°F, so you get a deep crust fast while the inside stays juicy.

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Grill stores in Chicago

Chicago's grilling season is short and intense, with heavy use for about six months a year.

• American Sale (locations in Bridgeview, Orland Park, and Naperville): Pool and patio-furniture retailer with a grill section, mostly familiar gas models.
• Abt Electronics (1200 N Milwaukee Ave, Glenview): Large appliance showroom with helpful floor staff carrying Weber and Traeger gas, charcoal and pellet grills for side-by-side comparison.

Grill stores in Aurora

• American Sale (Naperville showroom, just over the Aurora line): Regional pools-and-patio retailer stocking a wide range of grills, mostly mainstream gas brands, and outdoor furniture.
• Southwest Fireplace (2630 N Farnsworth Ave): Long-running hearth and outdoor living specialist carrying grills alongside fireplaces and patio gear, with knowledgeable staff.
• Ace Hardware of Aurora (2144 W Galena Blvd): Neighborhood store carrying standard gas grills and accessories.
• Home-center chains: Lowe's (Route 59 corridor), Home Depot (Route 59 corridor).

Grill stores in Joliet

Joliet has humid 90-degree summers and winters that dip well below freezing.

• Whitmore Ace Hardware (1202 Essington Rd, Joliet): Neighborhood Ace with a patio and outdoor living department carrying name-brand grills; staff can discuss grates and BTUs.
• Home-center chains: Blain's Farm & Fleet (451 S Weber Rd, Romeoville), Walmart Supercenter (Joliet).

Grill stores in Naperville

• A Cozy Fireplace (503 W. 87th Street): Hearth-and-patio specialty store stocking outdoor grills alongside fireplaces and patio heating, with knowledgeable staff to talk through options.
• Naperville Ace Hardware (1212 S Naper Blvd): Carries charcoal, tools and grill accessories, plus an outdoor living department with a range of grills and smokers.

Grill stores in Rockford

Rockford winters are hard on grill metal.

• Benson Stone Co. (1100 11th Street): Home-and-garden retailer with a grill showroom of over 50 grills, including Weber, Traeger, Napoleon, Summerset and Saffire; offers assembly, delivery and grill support.
• Home-center chains: Lowe's (7130 East State St).

Grill stores in Elgin

• Ace Hardware (Lillian St): Carries charcoal, wood chips and grill tools, plus gas grill brands like Weber or Traeger.
• Home-center chains: Home Depot, Menards.

Other Illinois cities

We don't have a store list for Peoria or Springfield yet. Many of the chains listed above, such as Home Depot and Lowe's, also have stores in or near these cities; check their store finders for the closest location. Arteflame also sells direct and ships to your door.

Buying an Arteflame in Illinois

Arteflame grills are round corten-steel fire pits with a solid carbon-steel cooktop ring. The center of the cooktop runs hottest and the outer edge cooler, so you can sear and cook gently at the same time while guests stand around the fire. They come in 20-inch, 30-inch and 40-inch sizes, plus a fire pit with cooktop. Arteflame sells direct and ships to your door; every grill carries a 3-year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Compare the models on the Arteflame store page, or browse grill stores in other states.