5 Best Kitchen Countertop Installers in Chicago (2026)

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

By Brad Smith, Home Services Expert · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

A kitchen countertop project in Chicago almost always comes down to two things: how clean the seams look once the slab is in, and how badly a bad measurement can wreck your week. Every kitchen countertop installer on this page holds a rating of 4.2 or better, with three sitting at a perfect 5.0, so the gap that actually separates them shows up in the review details, not the star count.

Short answer: RB Quartz Countertops and Stone Emporium both hold perfect 5.0 ratings, with RB Quartz carrying the larger review base at 73. Stone City has the most reviews on the page at 97, though its 4.2 rating reflects a rockier mix of experiences. Turnaround from template to install commonly runs around two to three weeks across these installers.

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1. RB Quartz Countertops
2. Stone Emporium
3. Urban Countertops Inc.
4. Stone City
5. MG Granite Inc.
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Chicago's Countertop Installers, Compared

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	RB Quartz Countertops	5.0 ★	73	Quartz countertops, quick turnaround	View ›
2	Stone Emporium	5.0 ★	69	Quartzite & natural stone specialty work	View ›
3	Urban Countertops Inc.	4.8 ★	72	Complex kitchen layouts	View ›
4	Stone City	4.2 ★	97	Large-scale stone selection	View ›
5	MG Granite Inc.	4.8 ★	43	Value pricing on premium stone	View ›

5 Best Kitchen Countertop Installers in Chicago (2026)

Our top picks, reviewed

#1 Overall🕑 Open 6 days/wk

RB Quartz Countertops

5.073 Google reviews

RB Quartz Countertops is a River North area granite and quartz supplier and countertop contractor, also handling marble work for kitchens and bathrooms. Reviewers describe the typical process running from slab selection through templating and installation in about two to three weeks. The company also takes on smaller jobs like bathroom vanity and shower bench replacements.

What people praise

Fast turnaround from template to finished install, often around two weeks
Wide selection of quartz colors to choose from
Seams described as barely visible even near cooktops
Handles smaller specialty jobs like shower bench replacement, not just full kitchens

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating5 / 5

Review volume73 · 92th

Confidenceearly

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown99% 5-star

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Our take: The most-reviewed installer at a perfect rating, with a turnaround speed that reviewers repeatedly single out. A strong default pick if timeline matters as much as the finished look.

Website +1312-766-0208 Directions

1122 N. Dearborn Street, Unit 17-I, 1122 N Dearborn St APT 17H, Chicago, IL 60610

#2🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Stone Emporium

5.069 Google reviews

Stone Emporium is a small Chicago countertop store and contractor working in quartzite, marble and other natural stone, handling kitchen counters, bar tops and bathroom vanities. Multiple reviewers describe multi-project relationships with the same lead installer across several homes. The shop is smaller in scale than some competitors but reviewers consistently describe high-end finish quality.

What people praise

High-end finish quality despite being a smaller operation
Same installer handles repeat projects across multiple homes for some clients
Best price quoted among several competing fabricators for at least one reviewer
Careful, precise cutting on natural stone patterns like quartzite veining

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating5 / 5

Review volume69 · 81th

Confidenceearly

Recency4 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown99% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: A perfect rating on natural stone work specifically, and reviewers who return again and again for a second or third project speak to real consistency. A good pick if you want quartzite or marble rather than standard engineered quartz.

Website +1312-532-8111 Directions

2928 N Talman Ave, Chicago, IL 60618

#3🕑 Open 6 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

Urban Countertops Inc.

4.872 Google reviews

Urban Countertops Inc. is a countertop store and granite and marble supplier on the Southwest Side, working from customer sketches and in-person slab selection through templating and installation. Reviewers describe the company solving specific layout challenges, like cutting custom holes for HVAC vents directly into a slab. The company also handles warranty-style repairs after installation.

What people praise

Solves unusual layout challenges, including custom cutouts for HVAC and appliances
Free repair of small chips even years after installation
3D design previews shown before cutting begins
Seamless matching of natural stone patterns across multi-piece installs

Worth knowing

Slightly lower review volume than the two highest-rated names on this list

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume72 · 86th

Confidenceearly

Recency5 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown92% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The strongest pick here for a kitchen with an unusual layout or venting challenge, given the specific problem-solving reviewers describe. The free post-install repair on a minor chip is a good signal about how the company stands behind its work.

Website +1773-893-5259 Directions

3734 S St Louis Ave, Chicago, IL 60632

#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk

Stone City

4.297 Google reviews

Stone City is a large granite and marble supplier with a 25,000-square-foot Chicago showroom, offering natural stone including granite, marble, quartzite and onyx alongside its own engineered quartz line. It offers virtual consultations as well as in-person showroom visits and works with trade professionals as well as homeowners. The company has served some customers since the mid-1990s.

What people praise

Large in-person showroom with a wide range of natural stone options
Long-tenured customers who have used the company for decades
Able to source hard-to-find stone materials on request
Professional installers who double-check pattern matching before finishing

Worth knowing

Several recent reviewers report measurement errors and installation issues on more recent projects
At least one reviewer describes an unattached slab left unsecured for months after install

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.2 / 5

Review volume97 · 97th

Confidenceearly

Recency5 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown79% 5-star

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Our take: The largest showroom and stone selection on this list by far, which matters if you want to see slabs in person before choosing. Recent reviews show more installation complaints than the smaller shops above, so ask pointed questions about who does the actual install crew work versus subcontractors.

Website +1773-533-9806 Directions

3053 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

#5🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews

MG Granite Inc.

4.843 Google reviews

MG Granite Inc., doing business as Earth Meets Luxury, is a Southwest Side stone fabricator founded in 2016, specializing in custom fabrication and installation of granite, quartz, quartzite and marble surfaces for kitchens, bathrooms, fireplaces and bars. The company sources from strong relationships with material distributors, giving it access to imported stone. It works with both homeowners and general contractors on residential projects.

What people praise

Pricing repeatedly described as beating other distributors and installers on comparable stone
Handles difficult seam work that a client's own general contractor called some of the best he'd seen
Repeat customers across multiple kitchen and bathroom projects
Access to imported stone through established distributor relationships

Worth knowing

Smaller review base than several other names on this list

Reputation scorecardrank in Chicago

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume43 · 75th

Confidenceearly

Recency8 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown93% 5-star

✓ VerifiedSource: Google

Our take: The clearest value pick here, with multiple reviewers specifically citing lower prices than competing quotes without a drop in seam quality. Worth getting on the quote list if budget is a bigger factor than showroom size.

Website +1773-823-9570 Directions

4724 S Talman Ave, Chicago, IL 60632

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data as of the date shown, not opinion or payment. Rating is the installer’s live Google star average. Review volume shows how many customers have rated them, ranked against other Chicago countertop installers. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a 5.0 built on dozens of reviews carries more weight than one built on a handful. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No business can pay to change these numbers.

How much do kitchen countertops cost in Chicago? (2026)

Countertop pricing depends heavily on the material (engineered quartz versus natural granite, marble or quartzite), the size and complexity of the kitchen layout, and how many seams or cutouts are needed for sinks and appliances. Custom or imported stone typically costs more than standard in-stock slabs.

Serving all of Chicago

These countertop installers are based across Chicago, including River North, the Southwest Side, and Logan Square, with several serving the greater metro area for both homeowners and contractors. Searching for a kitchen countertop installer near me? Every listing below has a live phone number and address so you can reach out directly.

What to ask before you hire a countertop installer

Who performs the in-home template measurement, and how is accuracy verified?
What is the realistic timeline from slab selection to final installation?
Is the installation crew in-house staff or a subcontractor?
What happens if a seam or fit issue shows up after installation, and is repair covered?
Can you see the actual slab in person before committing, given natural stone varies piece to piece?
What’s included in the quote: removal of old countertops, sink cutouts, and disposal?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these countertop installers?

We started from countertop fabricators, stone suppliers and installers 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.

How long does a kitchen countertop installation take in Chicago?

Reviewers across several installers on this page describe roughly two to three weeks from initial template measurement to finished installation, though larger or custom stone orders can take longer.

Do any of these installers work with natural stone versus engineered quartz?

Yes. Stone Emporium, Stone City and Urban Countertops all work extensively with natural stone like granite, marble and quartzite, alongside engineered quartz options.

The bottom line

RB Quartz Countertops is the safe default given its perfect rating and fast turnaround, while Stone Emporium and MG Granite are worth a call if natural stone or price is the deciding factor. Whichever you choose, confirm who’s actually doing the install and get the timeline in writing before the slab is cut.

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