Walked over to Buttercup after checking into my hotel in Chicago to grab a coffee and fire up the…read moreold laptop and get some work done. Though usually one for a hot coffee, it was steamy hot out so I went for an iced vanilla latte with oat milk and was wildly impressed. I was going to sit for a bit so had the latte for there and it was icy cold and the vanilla flavoring was brilliantly paired to the really good espresso notes within the latte. I also went for a Financier, which is a gluten-free banana bread sort of loaf and this was downright silly how good it was. It had a rich banana and sort of caramel flavor to it and as a gluten-free pastry option was one of the finest that I have had. Love that the coffee shop had just about every seat full with people doing work, studying, reading and catching up and the spot was a true neighborhood gem sort of location. Awesome spot!

I've been to this place a few times since it opened, and I even visited its predecessor. I can…read morehonestly say that at first, I was a little turned off by the contrast between the two. However, this place has definitely grown on me. I really like the quaint feel of the space. The drinks are strong, but still very well crafted, and the wait staff are always kind and attentive. It has a comfortable atmosphere that makes it easy to settle in and enjoy yourself. It's not quite my Cheers, but it's definitely a place where you can let your hair down from time to time.

I had a really nice experience at Sawada Coffee! The coffee was flavorful, fresh, and well…read moreprepared. I really enjoyed the relaxed and stylish atmosphere. The staff was friendly and the service was good. The quality was consistent and everything looked well presented. It's a great place to stop by for a good cup of coffee. There were a few small things that could be improved.

This coffee place is unique and a solid latte all around. They have a mix of matcha and espresso…read morelattes and I initially went to the New York one and was pleasantly surprised when I realized they had a Chicago location. The black camo latte mixes hojicha and espresso and I think they just pair really well together. The military latte pairs matcha and espresso and the earthiness of the matcha is nice and doesn't get overpowered by the espresso The seating is abundant at this location as it's tied to a bar. It's nice to overlook the bar area.

Service was quick despite them being very busy! The interior is stunning and the staff are very…read morenice and welcoming. The coffee was perfect and the food was just as excellent.

Very good iced coffee needs nothing goes down smoothly…read more Staff is friendly and welcoming The place is busy but was happy to find a open seat outside

Loved the food here so good . The coffee is way better than…read morein fam coffee shops . Try matcha too

the food is mad good for a quick snack. i love central asia cuisine, and i will most definitely be…read moreback! this place gets busy quick. limited seating, so we got rlly lucky having found a seat right as it got busier in the afternoon.

Cute and busy cafe! We came midday on Saturday and everyone seemed to be here. Good vibes,…read morefast-paced and so many drinks options. I LOVED their menu because they have a good mix of boba, matcha and other decaffeinated drinks. Boba prices are good too, and regular drink is around $5.5 on average. I got mango matcha and I can tell it's a high quality matcha. Even towards the end, the matcha didn't get watered down much (see one of the pictures). The mango didn't taste authentic, but good quality matcha made up for it. Ube monster was also tasty; it has Oreo crumbs on top. The sweetness was just right. Service was fast and there are so many self-check out stations.

Got stuck in Chicago for two extra days so I was needing a matcha kick badly! So Yelp suggested…read morethis spot. Wasn't far from my hotel and I got on the bus a few stops. Bright and airy inside. Fast service. It was good. The creamsicle flavor is unique. But the matcha here isn't high quality like I'm used to at spots in New York. But Like I said it was still good and I drank it ALL.

Very cool place. Apparently, it's the largest Starbucks in the world at 35,000 square feet. Five…read morestories but the fifth floor terrace was closed for renovation when we went. Go before 10 AM; otherwise, you'll be lining up for stuff. The first floor is merch, second floor food and coffee, third floor coffee experiences, and fourth floor the bar. I made a beeline to the second floor for some unique baked goodies such as the strawberry matcha financier and the hashbrown egg cup. So good! Love what they've done with the space. It just screams treehouse vibes and you can feel free to move around to different floors to look for seating. We ended up on fourth floor and tried out their cocktail flight (ube martini, matcha margarita, espresso martini,). Definitely something you can't get at a regular Starbucks. Definitely happy we started our day here!

This is a beautiful large 4 stories Starbucks cafe that is always crowded even late at night. Our…read morefirst attempt was around 8pm on weekday but the line was out of the door. So, we ended up visiting it again the next day close to 9pm. This time, there was no line to enter but the line to buy some drinks inside was pretty long. There were also limited seats inside and there were just too many people inside so I didn't feel comfortable. We ended up just exploring the stores and looked around for the service that they provided. They also have some classes and tour that you can book ahead of time. There was a merchandise store at the first floor as well as regular coffee bar. The second floor was more like a bakery with selections of pastry and baked goods. The third floor was a more fancy coffee experience and there is a coffee tasting available. The fourth floor was the cocktail bar for alcoholic beverages. The cafe is beautifully designed and decorated. I wish that we could enjoy a cup of coffee there.

Really cool place to get a great latte and breakfast right down in the loop…read more Cinnamon buns looked amazing. Latte and cereal granola bowl were really filling. Husband got a breakfast sandwich which was hearty. Long lines, limited seating.

I love the food here. The seating is a bit mayhem though. It's grab something when you see that…read moreit's open (cafeteria table style but with more rizz). The staff is always friendly and it's fairly easy to take GF and vegan friends here to eat. They actually have a few options which is nice. Price is about standard for Chicago lunch places that aren't fast food. If you're autistic or easily over stimulated be prepared to bring your tools and accommodations with you. (NT people seem to not be bothered but I've been driven to more than one meltdown by eating in at this place and trying to act "normal". IYKYK. I LOVE it, my brain just thinks we're dying in there. lol so I've taken to just getting to go orders and eating in a park or something)

Came by Intelligentsia for a afternoon pick me up. The space is minimal and on the smaller side. I…read morewas immediately drawn to one of their specials, the toasted coconut latte, so I decided to give it a try. The staff working was very nice and made the drink quickly! The drink is made with toasted coconut syrup, a vegan cold foam, and and is topped with coconut shreds. This was so, so good! I usually get drinks half sweet but I got this one as is and I'm glad I did. The syrup had a nice toastiness to it that really balanced out the sweetness perfectly. The cold foam was super yummy, but it does melt (dissolve?) rather quickly! Delicious coffee. I get the hype. I'll be back!

Didn't love this location. It felt fairly bare bones compared to other Intelligentsia locations…read moreI've been. Almost like it was part of a hotel lobby/ office building. The coffee was okay, but again not nice as other Intelligentsia locations.

An absolute 5-star experience from start to finish! The atmosphere was effortlessly chic and…read morebeautiful, setting the perfect tone for a wonderful meal. Every dish we ordered was exceptionally delicious and served with impressive speed. We started with the creamy burrata salad, which was paired with incredible, fresh-baked bread. For our mains, the steak sandwich was packed with rich flavor, and the branzino fish was cooked to absolute perfection. A gorgeous spot with flawless food and service--I cannot wait to come back!

Need a reservation on OpenTable about a week prior. Ran about 15 minutes late due to misjudging the…read moreUber from our hotel and when I called, they moved my reservation out 15 minutes to accommodate. This is nestled inside of a hotel and it's not immediately clear in the lobby, but luckily they have a person greeting you upon entry. The hostess is in the middle and seating is in a beautiful atrium. We sat next to a fountain at a small table. 5/5 shrimp cocktail. The shrimp or colossal, lol! The cocktail sauce and the tartar/aïoli sauce was amazing, and the shrimp was perfectly cooked. 5/5 crispy, artichoke with an aïoli sauce. Beautifully presented, perfectly crispy. The aïoli was so delicious. I kept it for the rest of my meal as it being sauce. 4/5 American breakfast with egg whites. Egg whites were slightly runny, but good portion. The bacon was crispy and slightly sweet. Super yummy. Crispy potatoes were like a deep fried large country potato. Good with the aïoli, but I didn't eat too much. 4/5 petite potato, American style. These are truly petite. I wanna say it was $14-$20 but I expected a little bit more. 5/5 chocolate chip cookie for my Bestie's birthday. Best cookie she's ever had. Delicious, warm, chewy. 5/5 butterscotch crème brûlée. First time I've ever had a butterscotch version. The custard was delicious, and the Brulé topping was not too thick. Annihilated the whole thing. The atrium was beautiful. I wish there was a little bit more space for us to take photos, but the hotel itself beautiful. Our service was great. I wish I could remember our servers name but it was a young man with glasses & he was fabulous.

Good vibes, good beer, good coffee. Walk up to the counter…read moreand it feels really between a bar and a cafe in a great way. Always good seating, space to work, space to talk. Been there to be productive and to catch up with people and it's a great spot for either. Food is pretty good too, but some dishes a little plain salty for me. The beer selection is great tho and with the coffee it's easy to find s good complement

Trying to gate keep this place, but there are so many amazing things about it that I do want to…read moreshare. First off - pickle beer - if you know, you know. It's the life juice. Second, are the recently added craft drinks and I cannot stop thinking about the Hugo spritz - made just right. The service is impeccable, good food options and you cannot beat the patio - no matter the weather. 1000/10 recommend! P.S. If this location is not up to snuff for you, there's one more in Wrigleyville and OG in Milwaukee (trust me, it's worth the trip).