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River Oaks Center in Calumet City
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Calumet City, Cook County, Illinois, US
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Wheelchair-accessible entrance
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Phone: +1 708-868-0600
Site: https://www.shopriveroakscenter....
Site: https://www.shopriveroakscenter....
Opening hours
- Monday:11AM–7PM
- Tuesday:11AM–7PM
- Wednesday:11AM–7PM
- Thursday:11AM–7PM
- Friday:11AM–8PM
- Saturday:11AM–8PM
- Sunday:12–6PM
Comments (199)
I am pretty happy with the place I shopped at. The shopping experience I had, turned out to be very fruitful and enjoyable.😊
They have a vending machine here that sells very good quality Malaysian hair by the bundle
It is still surviving. I can’t believe they made Sears go bankrupt. Somebody made lots of money.
Queen Nicole was Everything.She knew all about my suicide drink order before the words came out of my mouth.All flavors NO DIET.Amazing service.We will back soon.TONIGHT BEFORE CLOSING.Thank you.
Only Bath and Body and Macys. Food court sad. Open River Oak again please
Been going to this mall for decades. Remember when it was outdoors. FYI is my go to store.
Its not like it used to be. A lot of the stores are no longer there. But therere a few left.
Pleasant experience, not to crowded. JC Penney and Macys are running at full strength. There are several small shops functioning as well. Food court is operating and the mall temperature is cool. Security guards were present but not imposing. Simple mall not really elaborate but great deals if you look around. Diverse customer base as well.
Went to Pennys! Only store I ever go to. Its sad the mall is in such a horrible state!
The mall has really gone down over the years. Makes me wonder with all of the vacancies, how long will it remain open. In any event, didnt have to deal with any crowds of any kind, and was able to go right in and find what I was looking for.
Lots of parking come over and do your shopping disconect from the internet for a chance...
Its an okay mall if youre bored and just want to walk around with friends. They have some nice stores to buy clothes like New York and Company (business casual attire) or Too Cute (party, cute outfits). There are also a couple of shoe stores that sell snapbacks and sports related apparel. Also there is a small arcade and candy/cereal store that was recently opened so that makes the place a lot more appealing for younger people! Other than that unfortunately the mall is pretty dead. Too many stores get closed down constantly. And the food court is sub par. Alot of the restaurants there were shut down as well. Another thing to watch out for is fights! Many kids come here to fight and I rarely see security there. I go at least once a month but have stopped due to fights, lack of things to do. Oh and if youre looking to lease a cart or kiosk to start your business up, they usually offer many spots scattered around the mall. Still you might want to consider opening a business there with the influx of people that come mainly to hang out rather than spend (from my personal observations).
I only give this mall 5 stars because everytime I go in there it still reminds me of back in the days.
Great customer service! The workers are awesome in Macys!
Mall was ok pretty empty and lots of stores was closed up
Glad I moved out of Illinois state including calumet city was going downhill in 2004 due to crime I grew up in calumet city until everyone comes in and want to ruin everything that used to be calumet city I honestly think the whole area is done just like harvery even though I never lived in harvery now its its like harvery you dont dare walk in the middle of the night in calumet city
The mall is so empty, the stores have left and not much to browse.
There are very few stores but they do have Macys and JC Penney. Both are a good size and are always well stocked. They also have a few places for gym shoes and sports clothing.
I love Macys ❤ I shop there often.
I just go straight to LIDS to pick up my online orders. I dont get why this mall is still open??
A shadow of what it was 15-20+ years ago. Macys is nice, FYE is oddly well stocked, everything else is pretty bad. Should honestly get sold or torn down, its an eye sore that has been the center of a lot of violent crime in recent times.
No nice stores like before
This mall is desired and needed in this community. Inasmuch, the mall could use some additional upscale stores that are equipped with desirables rather than junk. Also, a constant, good cleaning of the entrance door glass and the grounds would be an added attraction. Old chewing gum spots upon the entrance ways are so unattractive. Why not invest in our neighborhood just as Homewood, Orland, Tinley and or Merrillville?
So much has changed here in 11 years. Most of the anchor stores are gone as are a good chunk of the in-line tenants and the food court. I would not recommend visiting the small unless you absolutely have to or want to shop at Macy’s, which seems like a pretty nice store on its own.
You know I’ve been gone to River Oaks shopping center since I was a kid and I’m 56 what more do I have to say to thumbs up five stars
This use to be the best place to shop bk in the day but the raising of renting spaces out n other thgs its dead only 2 gd store left n when went to Macys was not happy looking for nice lined gloves for my bf n Acadian sweater for meet getting anythg there them all is dead put it to sleep 💤💤😴😴
This place is almost broke there is not that much store and there is no more food they all close and so did many stores and is so expensive
Needs more prestige stores. We have to travel to Orland Schaumburg etc just to shop at store like Gucci ,Spencers and other fine stores. Blacks spends good money. Help us out
My fiance wanted a few pair of gym shoes and not one store had her size shoe. The employees were lounging around and just not into doing their job. It was a little annoying. This mall has definitely changed from when I was a young girl. I rarely come here and I dont think Ill be coming back.
Turning into a ghost town. You cant even go to the food court because everything is closed.
We had a suprise party at Smart Chill Cafe for our daughters birthday. The staff was very attentive in making sure we had everything we needed!
Not a bad mall In my opinion
I shopped at J. C. Penny, Macys, Ashley Stewarts and Rainbows. I really enjoyed the experience. I found some great buys.
Great mall, Ive been going here ever since I was a kid. With that being said there needs to be upgrades and changes maybe expand the store or create a second floor. This mall has stayed the same
Love shopping at whats left of large indoor malls
I drove my great grandson to shop at River Oaks. The parking was ridiculous. My great grandson did not find what he was looking for. I shop at Mr. Kays and JCPenny mostly when I go into the mall.
The whole mall smelled of marijuana and only a portion of this mall is open.
Worst mall...better off going online.
The place is going down. There nothing there but sports and jewelry stores
J.C Pennys Is At The Top Of Its Game. I Loved The Addition Of The Young Men Running The Register Adjacent To The Men/Ladies Section; They Worked Expeditiously And Professionally Which I Appreciated. From Times Past, Ladies Appeared To Have Many Mood Swings And Attitude, Which Hurts The Flow Of Business.
Mall is slightly dead. Very few options to shop at. Food court looks very depressing. Only thing I like is the Macys. Go to Orland or Southlake if you want better stores to shop at.
This mall need to be rebuilt not to many major store in mall.
We are out trying to get a bit of holiday shopping with my daughter. We are trying to keep a normal environment during the pandemic. Mask are a MUST. THERE ARE SOME GREAT DEALS. PEACE AND LOVE TO ALL. HAVE A HAPPY HOILDAY FROM MY FAMILY TO ALL OF YOU.
Ive never been until the pandemic hit it wasnt crowded but the stores are over taxing and there wasnt a sit down food court open a lot of stores were open and there wasnt a lot of people shopping may have to go back to soon and see whats changed probably better off going to single outlet store to shop or online because the mall prices are high.
The time I had there was awful its wasnt crowded but there werent much choices of retailers for such a big city. The feeling there was unsafe.
Old Mall. Need some improvement but decent place.
Terrible selection of stores to choose from. And the customer service can be better. Half of them standing around reading their cellphones instead of greeting you as you come in or checking to see if you need assistance finding a product.
The management here dont care about the property the parking lot is not cleaned.. trash all over.. over grown grass just not appealing. They main entrance dont even welcome you..at 11am when it opens the glass doors are dirty. Not a covid clean place. Inside its only a few stores.
They need more food in the food court
Enjoy the old school candy shop by the food court but not great mall to visit. Has alot of gang activity inside the mall.
Reminds me of the old Northland mall in Detroit Michigan, theres some nice stores in this mall, this is a nice little Jewel and there are not too many malls like this left in America.
Need more stores than Tee shirts & gym shoes. Couldnt find any boots for winter, snow, cold..not fashion. Thank goodness for Macys. Last pair of Uggs. Took 2 trips. Promenade in Bolingbrook next time. Variety!
Bath and body works was right on time today. Pink store was closed early so i didnt like that. High traffic area too for a younger crowd but nice stores.
Returned an item from Macys but they said I couldnt return it although it had tags and I had my receipts not happy.
I really like the friendly customer service at the F.y.e. store a lot,they have a very good selection of DVDs and collectables toys.The music section its not that bad,i wish that the store do special orders again
Its sad how much this mall has changed
Went to Sams club they just need more handicapped carts. 6 is not enough.
I work in this Mall, I do have a Store called Broadway, Saturday’s and Sunday’s always crowded, Nice to visit this Mall, pretty sure everyone will like the Stores and Enjoy being there.
J.C Pennys Is At The Top Of Its Game. I Loved The Addition Of The Young Men Running The Register Adjacent To The Men/ Ladies Section; They Worked Expeditiously And Professionally Which I Appreciated. From Times Past, Ladies Appeared To Have Many Mood Swings And Attitude, Which Hurts The Flow Of Business.
Throughout the years, River Oaks has changed from a blooming outside mall to a ghost town. Thats the sad reality of malls these days. Even malls like Orland Park are at a steady decline.I came here with family this week, we didn’t stay long because there’s not too much stores since covid. A year ago, this mall was opening new stores and making its way to a come back. Covid really destroyed brick and mortar stores.We still shopped around and brought a few things at JCPenney.
Just not what it use to be. Its becoming a ghost town.
Getting bare too many groups of young boys walking they can be just hanging out with friends and having fun after all we all did it at that age but now a days its not as safe as was then. Didnt see any security
Not congested at all was able to shop without no confusion
The mall had some cool stores and the staff working there was great. The ONLY issue I have is with the washroom. Most of the toilets had bags over them and same for the sinks. There were also no mirrors in the washroom. Other than that, I had a great time and will definitely be coming back!
This mall is not like it once was. I pray that they would invest back in it to open it up completely. However the few stores that are there did suffice.
I give it 3 stars because i LOVE the massage place. I go there about 4x a month and they always do a great job. I just love that place! Some of the other stores are ok....too 😒😌
Auntie Annes pretzels were unprofessional and inexperienced.
Have to go back to exchange an ear ring because one do not close properly
Its sad to see this turning into the old Evergreen Plaza.. stores that have no return policy. Macy is looking like the old Carsons before they closed.
Its a ghost town, its very empty. People are constantly having fights here and not a lot of stores are open. it is not really that great. Nobody really comes and whenever I go there my ears ring. I live around here, but I go all the way to orland park because its so sad going here.
Was able to find everything but my son tims but got good new era hats levis and over 300 on cologne but one goin back cuz it smells awful he got me i just want to trade it in for the sean john and Ill have no issue or complaint Ive spent over 500 on smell good so it should be no problem to just switch out
Back in the day before everybody closed or moved out
This mall was ok but the food court was more than half empty so not many food options. I tried to use a restroom and by the time I got all the way to the end of the hallway it was out of order and locked. Non the less I didnt get to go because I didnt know where the next nearest restroom was. I did buy a couple pairs of shoes from a couple different stores though. There were some good sales.
If you come here for sneakers you will not be disappointed. Although this mall doesnt have the most stores, what it does have is great. The Macys has the best clothe for men and women. There is also a store that has beautiful prom dresses.
As a child growing up, this was a nice mall. A lot of businesses have come and gone, but new one came in their place. Still a nice mall.
This is starting to look like a Ghost town.
I found everything I wanted shopping for.
Although lots of stores come and go I am never disappointed at what I find thats new and useful. There are a lot of pop up vendors that have great food items like this family owned gourmet popcorn shop that just moved in at the end of the food court. Check them out if you find yourself at River Oaks, the cherry popcorn is phenomenal. Overall Ive spent a lot of time at this mall since I was a kid and it still serves it purpose.
They should just go ahead and shut this mall down. No they shouldnt but it does need a major overhaul. The community needs it. Not a lot of stores you would want to go to and it seems it gets worse every year. Even the jcp and macys left something to be desired. Needs an overhaul. There is no reason people that live around there should always have to go to orland park now a days
Parking lot not in good shape coming Macy department store
I love river oaks mall I always find what Im looking for there, I just wish they had a better food court with more variety of top restaurants. My favorite store is Macys though always great sells and beautiful clothes for all ages.💕
Stopped up in Victoria Secrets today to shop for Birthday presents! Great deals! Got some lovely gifts too.
Theres really no stores no restaurants no nothing in there not even I missed field so I dont even consider that a small its a store with a few stores inside of a store
Very few food places open. Wasn’t very crowded, but didn’t have many deals. I didn’t see any mall cops which was a bit concerning.
I went to Macys. This is the only place I go to there.
Some Stores werent open by noon.
They need 2 really fix the outside because the inside is outstanding but excellent shopping experience👍💯
The food court is a joke, the whole mall looks like its ran by these sweet tea pwople. A whole section of the mall is closed off and doesnt look like its ever going to reopen. No name brand store only ghetto shoe places. The mall it self was dirty with garbage on the ground. Just a whole mess, nothing like how it was when I was growing up.
Nice. Not too busy. Quite a few stores. Sadly, some of the stores are still closed.
I appreciate the jobs that this mall creates and hope that it can be rejuvenated into a place that can meet the needs of a broader range of consumers. Currently there is very little diversity when it comes to the types of stores, and products offered inside of the mall. If you need clothes, shoes, or jewelery this is the place for you. If youre looking for more than that this mall probably wont meet your needs.
Too many stores have not re-opened. I did discover an interesting store Gosha, had some nice inexpensive items.
Mall looks pretty terrible outside, but there are some great stores inside such as Gnc, T mobile, Custom Tees, Ooh Wee Tea, Lady Foot locker, NY & Co and Finish line. Wish there was more variety in the food court and a better variety of stores. The jewelry shops and shoe stores are much to vast.
SUPER JJ FISH Chicken& rib in river oaks mall ❌food was horrible. no seasoning, all the food had to much batter, fries were under cooked and it took them an an hour. And they sold out of water. The pops were very small for 250. Ribs had more sauce then ribs I do not recommend them at all.
People park any kind of way and security does nothing about it. I always have to park far away to avoid any damage to my vehicle. Also alot of trash outside and no hand sanitizer in the entry ways
Place is getting empty. Alot of businesses are infact leaving. But Ill always hve a heart for this mall
Not many customers and shopping was a breeze!
This mall needs to close down, I feel bad for the business owners there, but people in that neighborhood do not appreciate shopping malls. This mall is a hang out spot for dropout teens and adults who have no jobs. This mall is infested with ignorant people that makes shopping there unpleasant. The stores are empty and the staff plays more than work. Macys need to relocate.
River Oaks Mall isn’t really the terrible place people make it out to be. Yes, it can be dirty; yes, it can have trouble-makers; yes, it has multiple vacant units, but it also has heart. If we weren’t so consumed with online shopping, these malls wouldn’t be failing as rapidly as they are. Call me old-fashioned, but I like going to malls, especially when they’re indoors! I like the variety of the stores and the ability to wander around looking for gift ideas. The parking lot is a complete disaster with the snow at the moment, just a heads up..I recently transferred to a store in this mall a couple months ago, and I’ve found that this mall isn’t as bad as people make it out to be. If people were just nicer to each other, if customers treated employees like human beings and stopped being so confrontational and disrespectful, it would be a much better place to visit, shop, and work!
This mall is dead, it truly needs be closed and rebranding. Do not shop there if you planned to find anything valuable
Its been more than 5 years since I last walked thru River Oaks Mall. Its a shame that most of the businesses (large) have folded, moved away or have gone internet but thankful for the small new entrepreneurs that have sprung up and the large (Penny, Macy) that have stayed. Its good to have gotten out of the house or hotel to look and touched items for sale.Lets make every day SMALL BUSINESS DAY and if the big business are there..... visit them too.
This mall is over with. The journeys is so small and got like 3 pairs of Vans in stock. Also ghetto. This mall needs renovation asap. If they close all of it down Calumet City will look even worse then it already does now.
This mall is beginning to remind me of the Brickyard Mall in Chicago, back in the day, right before it was closed and torn down. The food court looks like a grave yard. There are a few good stores left. All we go for is the $10 eye brow shop for my wife and girls, and purchase gym shoes.
Oh Wee is a restaurant in the food court that serves jerk chicken nachos that are pretty good !
Has a variety of shops. Not as popular as back in the day. Maybe it could attract more people again if it had an H&M, Forever 21, or a novelty shop like Spencers. This mall does have a great selection of small miscellaneous shops that arent too common such as jewelry, watch repair, and phones however.
My first time there was in the early 70s and my last time there was 10 years ago and its gone completely down hill.It use to be a very nice somewhat upscale outdoor mall but it just looks and smells like any enclosed mall.
I have been shopping here since I was a kid. However, I am sad to say it is NOT a safe place to go and shop. Especially for a woman. Stay away and shop some where else.
Looks vacant and desolate as Lincoln mall was before closing. Only good is JCPenny ,Macys, Ooh Wee , Kays dress shoes and The watch repair shop east of atat store and of course the Look!! Lobe their suits
Havent been here in years but it was actually fun being here tonight. It sure has changed but the shopping experience is still awesome.
I had a very enjoyable time with my daughter, grandchildren and girlfriend. Delicious meals, conversation and laughter. Wonderful atmosphere. Looking forward to restrooms be completed.
Nice Lil Strip Mall if you need that quick Lay to go out! Or need some walking Taco’s, man that kiosk that sells them joints in there bomb 💣!
Four stars because the mall still has some really good stores as Macys, Express, Jimmy Jazz, JCPenney with Sephora, Rue 21, Rainbow and Victoria Secret.They dont have a lot of the original stores when they first open, but still a good variety of shoes stores, jewerly places, small boutique, and hair/nails salon. They have a fun center with games and such. So I think thats cool for the kids. If youre into music, F.Y.E. is still there.The food court is getting better, before it was dead, but my last visit a lot more food options. I really like that.This mall definitely isnt like others malls, but it isnt another dead mall.I shop here once in awhile, its closer than any mall thats still available.
This mall its really convenient some new stores with a different variety of clothing which is great but not a large selection of food
It was great,I looked for a dress but ended up just buying a pair of low heel shoes😃
Most stores have left, only a few left
I’m only giving it a 1 cause the super JJ’s is the nastiest place ever. It doesn’t take like no other JJ’s and on top of it all they take over 35mins to make 4 wings. I believe they givin JJ’s a bad reputation....Never again will I come to this location to eat or recommend it!!!.The other restaurants in the mall are decent and they fast; they food taste wayyyyy better.
I only go through when I need something right away & dont have time to go to South Lake. The people at Victoria Secret are very friendly & helpful. I was very sad to see Fans Edge was gone. I dont feel there, which is something since I grew up in Hammond.
Awful what happen to the Mall
The usual favorite stores but the new additions should find new vendors...Alot of blank space as well.
Need better stores!!! Too many Ghetto stores!!! I will travel all the way to Orland Mall for better quality stores!!!
For this to be one of the Simon Malls, they ought to be ashamed, in comparison to Orland Mall which is also Simon, so much cleaner, better stores there, come on guys, could do better, although income is lower and more minorities, ppl are still spending the same green money in your malls. Please do some updates and better stores.
More stores are opening and a fun arcade for kids hope the movies come back. I like the barbershop also very convenient while i shop my son get lined up
Just tear it down.... Looks like a ghost town. It definitely hasnt been the same for a while now. Only place is still good is Macys. This place reminds me of the way Lincoln Mall use to be before they closed.
It look dead in there alot of stores were closed or gone.... kinda makes me remember why I stopped going there...
Still a good mall but need more upscale stores
I visited Victoria Secret. The customer service I received was terrible and unprofessional . Every one who was on staff was busy doing nothing. I tried to get help to answer a question about a particular fragrance and the only one who would help was a cashier, she went out of here way to give me great customer service. Staff at this location can learn a lot from the new hire.
Not many stores to do a lot of shopping. People mainly come to waste time or buy shoes. Not much to eat. If you do stop by support ooh wee sweet tea they are good and its a growing business
I visited the JCPenney store to purchase a pair of dress shoes. The Center itself seemed like a ghost town. The only real stores left out there are Macys & JC Penney
Me & my grandson KARLO always finds deals here. We shop for hours & he enjoys riding those animals through the mall. We like the food courts selection as well.
Customer service was great and good sales.
Not much variety in stores. The Edward Arm customized tee shirt and More store is great. Awesome service every time.only to restaurants besides the two pretzel places. And the bathrooms are always dirty with broken stalls
Cant really say cause we only visited the Macys in the mall. Hope to visit more of the mall next time
This is a Simon mall. It is an indoor mall. They have two department stores. Macys & JC Penney. The food court is not as great as it was a few years ago. There is an ATM by the food court. In addition to that, there is a childrens play area next to the food court. It is cleaned. There is plenty of parking.
It has changed a lot mostly sport wear and a lot of hip hop clothing.
This mall was the bomb when they first opened back in the 90s when i worked for Fredericks of Hollywood and they had the Jurassic Park theme...but now....this mall is just tired..i dont want to shop there so i can walk around looking like everyone else..im good
This place is very bad. Its truly a ghost town. If you arent careful, your car will get dinged in the parking lot. Do not recommend.
It would be nice if they would fix the mens bathroom, its been nasty and smelly for a very long time now. only one sink to wash your hands, plastic over the majority of the toilets and urinals. The odor in there makes you sick to the stomach!!!!!!!!!
Everyone giving this mall more than one star is obviously not seeing straight. This mall is the epitome of trash. There are no good stores, the staff in most of the stores have no customer service skills. The mall gets ran by juvenile delinquents on the weekends. There have been robbing and shootings at this mall. The management team is never around, this mall is unsafe and filled with trash. River oaks used to be a beautiful mall years ago. When you lose a McDonald’s in your mall that means your doors need to close. River Oaks needs to be closed!
Decent mall for last minute shopping.
This is my favorite mall. Well its a tie between this one and Ford City. If you come here you will experience ghetto-ism at times but if you can deal with that then you may like the place. I like all the stores and the surrounding areas include Fye (best store ever😊). Most crowded times are weekends and late afternoons. People can be a lil pushy at those times but other than that its not really bad. Everything you need is in the area.
River Oaks been around for a long time and it was good thing to be able to walk around after a year of this virus just to be able to do some kind of normal things
This mall at one point was the best place to go for variety of stores and a nice shopping experience now not so much. Dont feel safe and the variety is very limited.
There isnt really anything of anything there. Most of the stores sell cheap quality off clothing at high prices. Makes no Damn sense. Sears closed down. The only good places are express, Victorias secret, rue 21, bath and body works, and wet seal. Its like a little swap meet up in there but with no diversity.
Nice place to shop but the parking is HORRIBLE NEEDS ATTENTION ASAP!!! I sometimes rather take a trip out of town to a different mall because of the mess of a parking lot they have please be cautious where you park you may come out to a damaged vehicle
Lady footlockers really good service lady name Q has great service n an out
Nice place to walk and have some good time with your family.
Omg I havent been to this mall since I was a teenager. Its much cleaner and nicer now. I hate going to malls but Ill probably be back now. It was congested less stores, less ghettoness lol.
The cornerstone Department stores in this location are great places to shop at. There are some other larger chain retailers inside too, however, in the past 10-15 years, the quality of shops have really gone down. A few bigger name chains left, and more low-value single-owner shops that have popped. All in all, if I know I can find what I need there, Ill go. But, wont spend time just passing through without purpose.
It was a big ghost town, no stores, nothing to eat, almost got robbed in my car. Not my favorite mall.
They need a coffee shop
Malls are a relic of the past where ppl would enjoy browsing and perusing stores for items to purchase. Now everything is online and folks forgot how to enjoy a visit to the mall. River Oaks mall is fun. Quiet, kids can run around, there plenty stores and home one of Chicagolands few FYE stores. Funko pop central. Might find some rare ones. Last time I visited there was a sale.
We need a meal in this area but unfortunately the money needed to maintain it is not in this community. Rumor is the entire mall is closing. Jc Penney is closing soon which is heartbreaking
I parked and went in at Penney store. The shoe department is right there. They keep it quite clean and in order, which is hard to do in that department. I am very happy with Penney store and hope it will stay!
Its a garbage mall that is a shell of its former self. 10-15 Years ago this mall was very diverse and at least had a movie theater. Now its nothing more but an indoor swap meet. Most of them are urban clothing stores which for the life of me cant understand why there are so many. There is NO diversity or variety in this place.There is an FYE store that looks like a ghost town especially in the back of the store. Sears have abandoned this terrible mall and now its just a big open space. Food court is probably the only redeeming place in this mall but then again with so many food places around here why bother going in there.I down right hate this place. SIMON malls should be ashamed of themselves and it shows they dont care. If you want a better mall experience just go to Orland Park Mall where standard actually exist. There it shows SIMON cares about that location over this.
It been a long time since Ive been to this mall. Covid has stripped it bare. A lot of stores are either closed or gone. Still was a good experience
Love victoria secret bath and body works and two cute!. However, there are too many vacant spots throughout the mall. It gives it the presence that the mall is not appealing to a bigger community.
Im not sure whats up with the pandemic hours... 11 am- 8 pm? Even Saturday.
Love river oaks cant wait until they get more stores
River oaks center, this would be a great place for Amazon to take over the entire mall and build a factory right there....Sad... I used to go to that mall a lot back in the 90s, but now with Sears and Macys have moved out, and a lot of stores have pulled/ abandoned, and also huge water marks on the ceiling, I just cant see this mall lasting another 10 more years. The mall back in the 90s used to thrive with activity, and lots of book stores, and people eating at the food shops and McDonalds in the corner... The mall is just an empty shell now.
Wasted a ton of money remodeling it back in the 90s. Should have done a better study of demographics. The place was doomed before the first backhoe pulled up. It will soon be joining Lincoln Mall as empty and abandoned.
River Oaks Mall is tired there is no new stores there they need to just shut it down
No premium stores other than sneaker stores and Macys and attracts alot of kids and people who arent there to necessarily shop. Id say it wont be open in the next 5yrs ....
Sorry to say I see what was once a thriving shopping center is now a skeleton of stores. As a child in the 70s and 80s I would get so excited at Christmas time to go see the fountain and shop for gifts. Its all gone. So sad
I have no stars for this mall, Retailers be aware mall management is playing the game with tenant they are threatening tenants behave rudely as if they are paying you a salary. and security hit my child and when I complain security director told me he will collect witness that my child was running here and there. some security is not healthy enough. They are authorized to hit any ones child by running them over. If you love your children then dont let them run here and there in mall security can run over the child. If they run here and there. They will get you witness for this incidence that your child must not run around.
If you want to keep these stores in your community, you will have to SUPPORT them. Dont keep driving out to other places and ordering from GIANTS that threaten how we shop. Support!!! Stores in or close to YOUR community!!
Surprisingly still in existence. The glass on all the mall entrance doors was very dirty tho.
Some stores are closed down. Many are run by decent hardworking people. But, some customers and employees can make the shopping experience. On good days, the service and experience is great.
The owners of River Oaks needs to be ashamed of their self. It is always dirty in there and the bathrooms are filthy. Security is never around when you need them I dont feel safe shopping there. Compare to Orland Yorktown Schaumburg Merrillville. totally different!! And I feel only because we are Urban. Because in a Caucasian they have security in the mall. And it is clean and you dont have all them thugs hanging around!!!
This place has gone all the way down. MACYS and J C Penney is only thing that they have.
I dont go there for serious shopping. All their anchor stores are gone except Macys. The merchandise is just OK, nothing exceptional. I use this mall usually for small items like fashion earrings, scarfs, perfume.
Worst experience of my life. People stealing, cops there all the time. This place is going down hill. Only 2 food places open. Most stores are closed.
Absolutely love going to the MAC store here in Macys they always do a beautiful job on my makeup. Thank you 🤗 all the staff at this location YOU ALL do beautiful work.
Close to my home and near the interstate .
They need more stores
Ok, ok, ok, I went to the jewelry store first and those prices are INSANE!! Im totally going back for my engagement ring.
Everything gone its a ghost mall now I remeber when I use to go get my pictures by photo magic and I use to get my shirts made use to go see movies in the theater use to go in to the dollar store and use to walk around meeting celebrities like Trey songs and lil cory etc.
Back in the day River Oaks Mall was the everlasting Oasis of the south suburbs. Now it is only a shell of its former glory. Entire wings of the mall are being closed off by the month soon there will be nothing left.
Horrible stores, not clean, closed stores not filled. Victoria only store worth anything and it was very under staffed and no merchandise. Would give no starts if I could. Horrible environment.
Its a nice mall peaceful and a relaxed environment its not a lot off traffic threw the mall which is the down side so they jacked up their prices in a lot of stores but its still a ok mall to take the family
I visited here about 3 or 4 years ago it was a very pleasant experience the food was good and I enjoyed shopping near me and my son.
Its a real small mall, needs a lotta work oh and the food court sucks, not much to choose from. Im glad to find VS & Bath body works there tho. No old navy 😔.
Even though I see this mall changing and not for the good all the main stores they used to have years ago have left Im they still have my my vote I pray that they can recover and stay open
Sad decline of a once wonderful shopping venue; nothing fresh and attractive to draw and sustain shoppers coupled with a closed section make this mall a one note experience.
Decent. Its not as shut down as I thought it was not that many food courts anymore
I love this mall they get a bad reputation it i have never had any problems there. You have so many stylish places to choose from
This mall is going down which is sad. Immediately there need to be a change in management which should bring in more quality stores and eateries. Neighborhood malls are a necessity for the community to assist with revenue for that town.
Its Not Safe To Park Your Car In There Parking Lot My Car Got Stolen... Out Of There Lot.... I Went To Talk To Tha Mall Cops & They Tell Me That My Car Was Repo.... & I Told Them My Car Was Never Repo Because My Car Is Paid For.... I Then Asked Did They provide you With Info About My Car They Told Me No.... So I Went To Tha Police Station To Make A Report & Asked Them Was My Car Repo Even Tho I Knew It Wasnt They Told Me No.... So Theres A Tow Truck That Ride Thru There Parking Lot stealing Cars & Trucks... & Telling Tha Mall Cops That Its A Repo... Without Giving Any Info & They Just Let It Go Without Getting Any Info On Tha Tow company Or Driver.... So Be On Tha Look Out 4 Your Car If You Park In There Lot.... If You Ask Me Its A Inside Job.... And Tha Funny Thing Is They Gave Me My Plate Number B4 I Asked Them But No Info Of Tha Tow company That Took My Car
Some great bargain prices. Only two anchor stores left. Macys and JC Penneys. Lots of empty space for rent. Movie theater is closed.
I had a great experience at Jcpenny, Macy, and at trending.
Theres nothing in the food court the Malden open up on time theres no stores and dismal I dont even understand why this mall is open
Total reviews rating 3.6
199 Reviews for River Oaks Center 2023:
Review №1
2022-05-26Very clean mall, good for exercise. Its my favorite mall. Since the plaza was torn down. Hop it stays and open more restaurant in food court.
Review №2
2022-06-10I did curbside at jcp. Parking lot is a little weird and ppl park however they want. Curbside spot was taken by a customer who was shopping inside. The lady who brought my curbside order was friendly and professional
Review №3
2022-06-20Cool place to spend the weekend. It’s so sad that lots of stores don’t stay open too long…
Review №4
2022-06-26I havent felt safe even going there in 5 years but I did drive by it yesterday no shots were fired!
Review №5
2022-02-08Im old enough to remember when it opened. It was wonderful and the rocking chair theater on the other side of Torrence was the best. Like Calumet City itself, the mall is in a death spiral. Pretty depressing. How long before it goes the way of Lincoln Mall?
Review №6
2022-04-08They really need to spruce it up and do a real good deap cleaning around the property. Its horrible. Gum all over the side walk garbage everywhere. Its in a really good spot. SOMEBODY NEEDS TO TAKE OWNERSHIP OF THIS PLACE, and push to get more businesses. So many malls are dying, dont let this one get away!!!!
Review №7
2022-04-11I went to JCPENNEY to pick-up an order. I wanted to use Curbside pick-up. They claimed they had one. Yet no one ever answered the app when I got there and parked in the spot for pick-up. I had to go inside and wait in Iine to get my order. When I got to the counter the clerk just laughed and said I guess its not working again. When I was leaving the store I noticed a few other people complaining about the Curbside pick-up service at that store.
Review №8
2022-03-22The store selections have fallen off over the years. I like Macys and the kids clothing store because they have school uniforms, but its very basic, and cheap after that.
Review №9
2022-06-23Good, got a few deals from Pink theyre having a good sale.
Review №10
2022-04-06The river oaks mall is too dry as of late. Macys, Victoria secret, bath and body works dont have enough product, or customer service attrndant to provide a good shopping experience.