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3 Best Pharmacies in Chicago (2026)

Independently ranked by our review of ratings, reviews and reputation · How we chose

Elara Kestrel
By Elara Kestrel, Health and Medical Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 6 min read

Picking a pharmacy in Chicago usually comes down to one thing: do you want to walk in, or do you want it delivered to your door. Review counts among the pharmacies in Chicago below run from 132 to 157, and ratings range from 3.4 to 3.8, a reminder that even well-known pharmacy names draw plenty of mixed feedback on wait times and communication.

Short answer: Capsule is the highest-rated pharmacy here at 3.8 stars across 157 reviews, and its whole model is free same-day prescription delivery with pharmacists who text. CVS (3.4, 140 reviews) and Walgreens Pharmacy at Northwestern Memorial Hospital (3.4, 132 reviews) are traditional walk-in pharmacies, with the Walgreens location convenient if you're already at the hospital.
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Chicago Pharmacies, Delivery vs Walk-In

# Business Rating Reviews Best for
1 Capsule 3.8 ★ 157 Free same-day delivery View ›
2 CVS 3.4 ★ 140 Walk-in, downtown location View ›
3 Walgreens Pharmacy at Northwestern Memorial Hospital-Galter 3.4 ★ 132 Hospital-area pickup View ›
3 Best Pharmacies in Chicago (2026)

Where to fill your prescription

Capsule logo
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days

Capsule

3.8157 Google reviews

Capsule is a delivery-first pharmacy operating out of Wells Street that fills and delivers prescriptions the same day, at no extra cost beyond the standard insurance copay. It accepts most insurance plans, and customers can text a licensed pharmacist directly with questions rather than waiting on hold. It also applies coupons like GoodRx automatically where eligible, and coordinates directly with a customer's doctor or previous pharmacy to transfer prescriptions.

What people praise

  • Free same-day delivery in many parts of the city
  • Pharmacists reachable by text for quick questions
  • Automatically applies discount coupons where available
  • Handles prescription transfers from other pharmacies directly

Worth knowing

  • Delivery windows in outer neighborhoods can run later than the scheduled slot, and cancellations near the end of a window have frustrated some customers
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating3.8 / 5
Review volume157 · 94th
Confidencemoderate
Recency2 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown63% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The highest-rated pharmacy here and the only one built around delivery rather than a walk-in counter, which makes it the pick if getting to a pharmacy in person is the actual obstacle.

Website+1312-589-7620 Directions

661 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60654

CVS logo
#2🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews

CVS

3.4140 Google reviews

CVS on South State Street is a full drug store combining a pharmacy counter with the usual retail mix of beauty, convenience, and vitamin products. It keeps long daily hours, open until 10pm every day of the week, and functions as a standard walk-in option for anyone downtown who needs a prescription filled without an appointment.

What people praise

  • Open until 10pm daily, useful for evening pickups
  • Combines pharmacy with general retail and convenience items in one stop
  • Some reviewers praise individual pharmacists and cashiers for going out of their way to help

Worth knowing

  • Multiple reviewers report unprofessional phone interactions and dropped calls
  • Stock and staffing can be inconsistent, with a reviewer noting bare shelves on a weekend visit
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating3.4 / 5
Review volume140 · 69th
Confidenceearly
Recency3 months ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown39% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A convenient walk-in option downtown given its hours, but the phone and staffing experience is inconsistent enough that it's worth confirming your prescription is ready before making the trip.

Website+1312-697-0021 Directions

520 S State St, Chicago, IL 60605

Walgreens Pharmacy at Northwestern Memorial Hospital-Galter logo
#3🕑 Open 7 days

Walgreens Pharmacy at Northwestern Memorial Hospital-Galter

3.4132 Google reviews

Walgreens Pharmacy at Northwestern Memorial Hospital-Galter is a pharmacy-only location inside the Northwestern Memorial Hospital complex on East Huron Street, without the general retail or photo services found at typical Walgreens stores. It exists specifically to serve patients and staff needing prescriptions filled at or near the hospital.

What people praise

  • Located directly inside the Northwestern Memorial Hospital complex, convenient after an appointment
  • Some reviewers describe friendly, efficient staff and a well-organized pharmacy area

Worth knowing

  • Several reviewers describe long waits and inconsistent answers between staff on prescription status
  • Complaints about communication when a specialty medication required extra steps
Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago
Rating3.4 / 5
Review volume132 · 56th
Confidenceearly
Recency6 weeks ago
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown48% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: Worth using mainly for its location if you're already at Northwestern Memorial; reviews are mixed enough that it's not a first choice for anyone with another option nearby.

Website+1312-951-1084 Directions

201 E Huron St Ste 1-210, Chicago, IL 60611

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Health information disclaimer: This directory is informational only and not medical advice. Rankings reflect publicly available Google ratings and review volume, not clinical outcomes. Verify any practitioner’s credentials and registration with the relevant medical board before booking.

How we score

Every number here comes from public Google data pulled on the date shown, not opinion or payment. Rating is each pharmacy’s live Google star average. Review volume ranks how many customers have rated them against the others on this page. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume. Recency tracks how recently people are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

What does it cost to fill a prescription in Chicago?

Prescription pricing depends almost entirely on your insurance plan, the specific medication, and whether a generic is available, so we’re not listing dollar figures here. Ask any pharmacy to run your insurance and quote the exact copay before you commit, and compare that against a discount card like GoodRx, since several reviewers mention the difference can be significant.

Serving Chicago

The pharmacies above cover Chicago’s Near North Side, the Loop, and the Streeterville hospital corridor. Searching for a pharmacy near me? Capsule’s delivery model reaches much of the city regardless of location, while CVS and the Walgreens location are fixed walk-in counters.

What to ask before you choose a pharmacy

  • Do you accept my insurance, and what is my exact copay for this medication?
  • Is same-day delivery available, and is there a fee?
  • Can you transfer my existing prescriptions from another pharmacy?
  • Is a pharmacist available to answer questions by phone or text?
  • Do you carry my specific medication in stock, or will it need to be ordered?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these pharmacies?

We started from every pharmacy in Chicago with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from the public Google data in the scorecard. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner, which adds a badge and top placement, but that never changes another business’s score or position on the underlying data.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Does Capsule cost more than a regular pharmacy?

According to its own site, Capsule charges no extra fee beyond your normal insurance copay for same-day delivery, and it accepts most major insurance plans.

Can I use the Walgreens inside Northwestern Memorial if I’m not a patient there?

The location is a pharmacy-only counter inside the hospital complex, so it’s most convenient for patients and staff already on site, though it can fill prescriptions for anyone.

The bottom line

Capsule is the safest default if you want a prescription delivered without the trip, given its rating and delivery-first model, while CVS and the Northwestern Walgreens work best if you’re already downtown or at the hospital. Confirm your insurance copay and stock before you head out or schedule a delivery.

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