Stumbled across this little gem when we went to the Adidas and Champion stores. So glad we were hungry. Blink and you might miss this little gem. Signage is subtle. It's cavernous and dark. The brightness comes from the subway tile wall behind the counter. It's nicely decorated and the staff did a great job walking around and sanitizing surfaces. There is plenty of seating The food is delicious. We intended to go sweet and savory but ended up with two savory crepes. We did the chicken teriyaki and the pear/goat cheese/honey truffle. The first I would definitely do again. The latter I could swap out for a tried and true sweet dessert crepe or depending on my taste buds hit up as my savory. Staff is friendly and very helpful. Will definitely try a coffee drink the next time around. read more

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We stopped by Bru for some dessert after dinner nearby. The strawberry mango crepe was absolutely delicious (and a pretty nice portion to split between 2 after a meal). The Strawberry, mango, custard, mascarpone, and toasted almonds really complements each other. Can't wait to try the others! read more

Bru Chicago - Strawberry Mango Smoothie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The decor is so beautiful, it's so vintage to look at and it has a nice vibe in there. Cute, comfortable seating I ordered a Nutella banana crepe and subbed it out for strawberries instead of bananas. My crepe was super sweet with the Nutella and it was way sweeter than what I initially wanted. Mine was overly sweet and I didn't finish it. It had hazelnuts and the crunch was so good' I love the crunch. I had a few super sour strawberries, but nonetheless, id order again but less Nutella on it. It also had whipped cream on it & I think they make their own whipped cream, super tasty and delicate. I love it. Id do a 8/10 for mine too. My friend ordered the açaí bowl, but she didn't finish it either. She left about 3/4 and she would rate her açaí bowl 8/10 The only letdown for me was the sweetest level and I had to drink a cup of water, still wasn't enough to tackle the sweetness or the crepe. Overall, id recommend the place. Id prob get something different next time I go there. They had overall good customer service, interior was beautiful, food wasn't too bad, not overly priced. 4/5 read more

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Amazing for gluten free! All of their crepes are gluten free. They have savory and sweet. Amazing!!! Plus a full coffee bar. Aesthetic is calming as well with darker colors. Everything was delicious. 10/10 visiting again. read more

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The food here is great!! The Acai bowl was refreshing and delicious. As for the chocoholic crepe it was to die for! I would rate a 4 but my issue was bad communication on the staff! We got a pager but it never rang! They called an acai berry bowl and I wasnt sure if it was mine bc a ticket # or anything wasnt called. Same for the crepe thats why in the photos the ice cream is melted. Food amazing Staff communication lacking read more

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New favorite coffee shop alert! I love it here. It has such a cozy vibe and the staff are really nice, so it's the perfect place to hang out for a bit. The drinks themselves are fantastic too! read more

I had been waiting to try this place for so long - I am so glad I finally got the chance to go. Their green smoothies are so delicious. Their teriyaki chicken crepe is also wonderful. You probably can't go wrong with any of their crepe options though. I do recommend their smoothies over their coffees and other drinks though. Great place for a work meeting or for lunch. Also some great shopping locations nearby. read more

As a person that struggles with food allergies having so many options to pick from was a plus. The crepes are gluten free and I have to say the crepe I ordered was amazing. The staff was extremely helpful giving me recommendation, helping me pick a perfect latte. The place itself is very cozy which is a great place to work or even just start your day. If you have been thinking about trying Bru in Crepe & Bean, definitely recommend giving it a try. read more

I've been here a million times and always get the same thing - can't say enough about the wild berry mascarpone crepe. Equally dessert-esque sweet with fresh fruit, and amazing crepe! It's a little warm when you dine in and get it fresh! Espresso is great too, usually get a plain iced latte but if I recall correctly, at one point, unsure if they still have, they made a brown sugar or something of the sort latte. Will continue to return, especially since the service has steadily gotten better and better! read more

Bru Chicago - Wild Berry Mascarpone - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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What luck to live so close to one of the very best coffee roasters around! Get there early to choose from a selection of donuts from nearby Somethin' Sweet donuts on Kedzie near Sunnyside, another neighborhood gem! Be sure to ask about the Johnny B Special. read more

We stopped by this coffee shop for the first time yesterday! The vibes were very cool and quirky, but the coffee was nothing remarkable. There were lots of tables that people could do work or study. We got the iced cappuccino, which was pretty standard. The coffee flavor was great. We also got the cold brew horchata. The cinnamon flavor was excessive while the taste of coffee with each sip was underwhelming. We might've just gotten the wrong drinks, so we might come back to try some other drinks! read more

Bru Chicago - Cold brew horchata - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Chicagos hottest coffee joint is Bru. The décor is located at the corner of french regency parlor room and opulent sex dungeon, and this place has everything. Floating hats, gluten free crepes, a printer the public can use, random Japanese foods, CBD coffee, as well as normal coffee beverages for basic bitches that don't like to experience new things. read more

Bru Chicago - I forget what this was called... matcha berry? I'd looks a little squashed because my boyfriend knocked it over on accident (oops) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great coffee joint in Wicker Park. Been coming here for a few years now, and always had a good cup of coffee or chai. Great spot to sit down to study or meet up with some friends. read more

Bru Chicago - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Back when I lived nearby, I visited every now and then for latte but frequented other coffee shops a little bit closer to my doorstep. However, a few friends and I popped in for an afternoon pick me up while we were in town on a girls trip. We each got a shot of espresso, used the restroom, and rested our feet for a few on the comfy couches in the back. It was exactly what we all needed. The place was clean and up to all the health and safety standards, the espresso was good, the staff was also friendly and working their butts off. I liked the art and relaxed atmosphere too. read more

Beautiful atmosphere. Coffee house tunes from yesteryear gently floats in the air. Barely a whisper is heard, just the steaming of milk, clanking of coffee cups and taps of patrons on their keyboards. There's plenty of seating for people who work remotely. The orange cappuccino is exceedingly delicious. I'm sure they take great pride in preparing all off their food and drink. read more

Bru Chicago - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My husband and I had just arrived to Chicago on Thanksgiving. We check into our hotel and we are hungry. We drive around and stumble on a cute little place called Bru Chicago. It gave bohemian coffee house vibes...vintage chandeliers, sofas and chairs, decorative pillows...it was adorable. So they specialize in crepes...fruit, breakfast, savory, sweet...take your pick! We ordered the Teriyaki chicken and spicy beef crepes with Lavender Lemonade...I'm in love! The flavors, the care in which they put into preparing our food. Although we arrived about 30 minutes before closing they were still hospitable and warm. I thought about those crepes all night..I guess I will have to check them out again before leaving on Saturday. read more

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Delicious food from smoothies, coffee, crepes, pastries, and protein shakes! The customer service is friendly and efficient. Not to mention the lovely mid-century aesthetic! Check out the wall of clocks on the left side when you enter - it's picture worthy & I want to replicate it in my house! read more

Bru Chicago - Strawberry Mango Crepe, Crème Brûlée Crepe, Ice Latte, & Raspberry Peach Smoothie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I now daydream about the goat cheese, arugula and pear crepe with honey truffle oil--so addictive. I need to try something else but always seem to come here when I'm craving this crepe, so this has become sort of a habit. I've brought several visiting friends here and they've all found a new true love as well, so I'm sure everything else is amazing too, but I can't seem to deny myself this one for now. Such a great place. The Orange Cappuccino here is also stellar. read more

Bru Chicago - Goat Cheese Pear Truffle Oil -- amazing - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Bru was honestly such a disappointment. The coffee shop's interior is so quaint with vintage furniture and gorgeous decor, but the beverages were seriously lacking. I visited Bru around 3 p.m. on a Thursday with two others. We ordered a Cortado, Orange Blossom Matcha (seasonal), and a Brown Cinnamon Sugar Chai Latte. Our total, with a tip, was a little over $20. The Cortado was a bit bitter. The Orange Blossom Matcha and Chai Latte were just really bland - tasting mostly of milk. The Orange Blossom Matcha had no hint of orange whatsoever; it just tasted like an original matcha latte but bland. I give Bru a 1 star for its interior design and atmosphere but the drinks were a bust. read more

Iced caramel latte tasted like milky water for almost $8. Staff was very rude to me. I threw the drink right in the trash. Horrible. Will not be coming back. read more

It's been a while since I've stopped here and while the spacious cafe is still as cozy as I remember, it's definitely been perked up quite a bit! Adorable seating, and a solid menu of delicious sweet and savory crepes, smoothies, coffees and teas. Everything we tried tasted delicious, my only nitpick is that I wish the savory crepes had been warm. The flavors and textures were well balanced and everything was very fresh. My Earl gray matcha was also delicious, as was my sister's berry smoothie. Yum! Will definitely be back :) read more

Bru Chicago - Berry and mascarpone crepe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I go here all the time! Whether to study or read, grab a quick bite to eat or drink. The menu has coffee and teas, and yummy delicious savory and sweet crepes. The staff is so nice too. They call out the order not your name in public which I appreciate. The shop is very large and accommodates many sized groupings of people, even with more seating in the back. One all gendered bathroom. It's cozy and quirky in a cool way with awesome decor. I love it here! Can't wait to go back soon. read more

Bru Chicago - Lavender lemonade - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I really wish I had taken a picture of my wild berry crepe, but I ate it so quickly. It was definitely one of the most delicious things I've eaten while here in Chicago. The mascarpone was soooo flavorful and creamy and delicious and the berries were so fresh. 5/5 crepe, honestly. Everyone there is so nice, the bathrooms are immaculately clean, and the decor...WOW. Such a comfy atmosphere that is perfect for studying. The seating is so comfortable and diverse, and when I go back to Chicago I will be coming again. The only reason why I didn't rate it 5 stars was because of my latte. I got the white chocolate lavender latte, and maybe it's because I got it less sweet at the advice of my (super sweet) barista, but I didn't get much of a lavender flavor. Anyways, definitely go to this place!! Everyone's so nice, the place is so cool, and the food is delicious. I read more

Amazing service , fast , ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS FOOD! the ambiance in the place is sooooo cozyy!! Would DEFINITELY RECOMMEND and 2 million precent going back love it smm! read more

I would recommend Bru to anyone looking for a quick bite or pick-me-up. The drink selection is comprehensive between their coffees, teas, protein shakes, and smoothies, and although the latter two are on the expensive side, I would say they are well worth the price for how good they are! The crepes further elevate this cafe as a unique option that offers both sweet and savory choices. The only downside I would describe are that some of the sweet crepes are overly so, sometimes so sweet that you can't finish them. The service is great, and the overall ambiance of the cafe makes it great to chill, study, or just grab a snack. read more

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I was in with two of my employees for a quick coffee. We ordered one iced mocha, one chai tea latte, and one drip coffee. From placing the order to getting the drinks, it took around 15 minutes - that's unreasonably long. There were exactly two drink orders ahead of ours and a building line behind us. The lady working the coffee station was on her phone the entire time, so she was literally working single handed. The atmosphere was quite nice, the music matched the vibe - good things. It just took too long. I'll try it again, maybe not on a Friday at lunch. read more

Fluffiest, softest consistency in this açaí bowl - potentially cuz I added protein powder? Idk, SO GOOD. Iced decaf latte was perf too. 4 stars and not 5 because they only have these plastic, to-go containers, even for dining in AND NO RECYCLING....... Very sickening in my opinion! Don't know how that's even legal haha. Nice studious ambiance - good charging availability too if you need to plug in. read more

Bru Chicago - Acai Berry Bowl & Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We stopped by this cafe to dodge the rain. In particular, I was lured in by the sign advertising a hot caramel apple cider. And I was so glad that I tried it out because it was delicious. It terms of apple cider, it was probably one of the better ones I've had (minus the ones that you get fresh pressed at an apple orchard). We also got a brown sugar pumpkin chai tea latte which was also delicious. Perfectly pumpkin flavored and perfectly sweet. I'm not a fan of pumpkin spice lattes so this was a nice alternative. I believe both these drinks were seasonal! From what I saw they also have raw juices, sandwiches, pastries and crepes on their menu. I didn't try any of those but it's nice to know they're there! The space itself was a little strange, they had a few small tables in the front of the store, a large table and a few couches, and then more tables in the back. Didn't feel particularly cozy like some other coffee shops do but at least the drinks we got were good. read more

Bru Chicago - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Love it! Everything was just amazing: Atmosphere: so cozy amazingly designed spot with a lot of books and chandeliers. Food: gluten free rice crepes were so delicious! We got Lox (smoked salmon and cream cheese) and Blue cheese & mushrooms Drinks: that's perfect spot for unusual coffee drinks. We ordered Pistachio Latte and Lavender White Chocolate Mocha. Definitely recommend! read more

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I absolutely love Bru - it's one of my go to study spots in Wicker. The service is always great! The crepes that they have here are phenomenal and are decently filling for the price. I also really like most of their coffee here (like the white lavender mocha latte or their chai latte), but I always find that the matcha latte lacks flavor and is a bit watery. Bru has a really interesting and comfortable environment to study in. read more

Bru Chicago - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Bru was so good, I wanted to go back twice in one day. I had a cardamom rose latte, which was delicious and not too sweet. But the service and drinks are only half the experience. The place is massive yet cozy, which big comfy couches, chandeliers, and tables throughout. It's a great place to sit and read or work for a while, and the size makes it easy to socially distance. Espresso drinks are a bit pricey, but they use a double shot, so it kind of feels worth it. read more

Was excited to try this spot but was disappointed to say the least. The food was okay and the service was not as friendly maybe because I was wearing a face mask but the coffee was nothing special. But what leads to my disappointment is the amount I money I spent on a coffee and crepe- very overpriced spot and in my opinion not worth the money. read more

Bru Chicago - Strawberry Mango crepe $10.50 Ice Coffee vanilla $8.50 Total : $ 18.19 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Stumbled across this place and it quickly became a highlight of my day. Their menu features smoothies, açaí bowls, coffee, health shots and famously the crepes. I ordered the mixed berry crepe and it was delicious. They have sweet and savory crepes, either would be sufficient for a full meal. Price point is high. I'd say it's worth it for the crepe but doesn't look like it's worth it for the drinks. Small smoothie for a high price. However they are fresh! Great atmosphere and huge eating space, perfect for being alone and getting work done or to sit with friends. read more

Bru Chicago - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

5 stars for the sofas and armchairs alone. Bonus points for being a few doors down from one of my favorite bookstores in the world. Recommended! read more

This place has really gone downhill. Last time I was here I had to throw the coffee away it was so bad.

Ok. I'm gonna say I've been looking for good hot chocolate in Chicago for the past two years and I think I've finally found it! Walked in after having pretty crappy hot cocoa at a nameless market next door (lol) and was reassured by the nice barista that this one would be good. Went for oat milk instead of dairy cause like, it's 2022 and heard him mention to the lady making it that she better make it good AND SHE DELIVERED. My God, yum. First of all the oat milk added a natural sweetness that was just divine, and that mixed with the chocolate made a delicious hot beverage. I'm just sad I live in uptown and this place is in Wicker. Def try to the hot chocolate if you might be wanting something sweet and warm on these cold Chicago nights. read more

Great spot for some raw juice or a crepe. The wicker raw juice was perfect. Great atmosphere inside. Wonderful employees. read more

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Nice spot to get a drink or light lunch and work. The mocha was standard, not too strong or too sweet, hit the spot for a caffeine boost . The açaí bowl was freshly made and it looks small, but it was filling! The menu online does not match the current offerings so I included a photo of it. I was excited to try the avocado cocoa bowl but it's not on menu anymore. Decor is funky and cool, I especially liked the tables covered in book pages (as seen under my açaí bowl!). Pretty much everyone in there besides me had a laptop out and/or was on their phone working. Considering there were a like three or four people at one time on work calls, the place remained pretty quiet. Lots of space for everyone. Also want to counterpoint the pattern about bad service in these reviews- I think the staff is mostly Eastern European, so I think comes off to many used to America's overtly peppy customer service as maybe cold or rude?? But it's not, the three staff members I saw there were nice and courteous to myself and every other customer. Especially want to commend the barista who dealt with an incredibly rude customer while I was there. She was patient and answered all of the dumb questions (the lady was dumb AND rude, can you believe it?) this woman had about the crepes and remained so when this lady very rudely demanded she "hurry it up!!" when packing her food to go. The barista even reassured her everything was ok and the woman still huffed and puffed about rudely. Anyway I liked this spot, will come again :) read more

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Tldr: there are half dozen other coffee shops within 2 blocks of this place. Do yourself a favor and go to one those instead. When we walked in the cafe was mostly empty, there were 4 people behind the bar kind of chatting. I ordered a cortado and it quickly became obvious that everyone here was training/new. Right after I ordered, it got busy and it seemed to be chaos behind the bar. After waiting 15 minutes for my coffee, we asked where it was and the cashier either forgot or intentionally didn't make because once he started, it was clear he didn't know what he was doing. After someone came over to help him, offered a quick apology, and I eventually got my drink, it had a weird very sour/sweet taste. Half way through and it tasted like some kind of syrup had been added? Who flavors a cortado? An overall baffling experience. read more

I came here to meet a friend for a coffee and while they're inside it's super cute and some thing that definitely sets a mood for coworking or having a small meeting I will say that the Matcha latte that I got was just OK especially for the price. It did look like they had some other menu items ranging from different flavored coffees and juices to crapes so I would give this place a second chance. Overall the staff was very nice and I did get my latte very promptly and had a nice roomy seating. read more

Bru Chicago - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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