Great fruit smoothies! I love their mango and coconut smoothie. They also have a good amount of…read moreseating space and they have art for purchase. I keep meaning g to try their coffee, but I always go back to their smoothies.

TLDR: I visited the Gallery Café for the Plant and Clothing Swap in River West and stayed for about…read more45 minutes. I was only able to order a pastry since their oven was turned off, which was a great donut (a bit pricey) but disappointing experience. The customer service was phenomenal and both workers were very friendly. Overall, I'd rate the experience a solid 4/5 and would visit again if I'm in the neighborhood but would not go out of my way to visit. The Swap (4/5): This is such a creative and fun idea! I love that the swap is spread out over the 2-5 PM time period, making it easy to drop in. The concept is simple: bring something, and you can take something. Even if no one takes your item, you can leave it behind. Setting up is easy--you just hang up your items when you arrive and can browse without any pressure to socialize (unless you want to!). A thoughtful, community-oriented event that I'd definitely recommend. The Café (3/5): The café itself is small but cozy, with a nice ambiance. I tried two Vanilla Sour Cream donuts, which were beautifully made (pictured in the review). While they were delicious, the $9 price tag for two donuts felt a bit steep. Additionally, the oven was turned off when I arrived around 3:45 PM, so I wasn't able to order one of their sandwiches, which was a bit disappointing. Customer Service (5/5): The staff here are wonderful! Both employees were incredibly friendly and helpful. They even offered great suggestions when I was deciding between donut flavors, which I really appreciated. Their warm attitude definitely elevated the experience.

Goddess and the Baker seems like a standard fare all day breakfast spot... until you have the…read morechicken shawarma bowl. This thing was excellent and flavorful. For $20 after tax and tip, it was delicious and the chicken was spiced well. You get a buzzer with a number on it after you order your food, and your items are brought out to you, although there's no follow up table service. We sat outside on a July morning and it was lovely with plenty of chatter and traffic.

Stopped by Goddess and the Baker for breakfast and had a great experience. The portion sizes were…read morehuge, making it an excellent value, my sister and I easily shared a sandwich and were more than satisfied. I also ordered an iced vanilla latte, which was absolutely delicious and the perfect pairing with our meal. The space itself is bright, cute, and inviting. I especially appreciated that employees were helping direct guests to seating something I didn't expect, but it made the visit feel organized and welcoming.

Stopped by here to read on my day off in Monday at about 2pm and the vibe was so cozy! I got the…read moreGreat Gatsby sandwich which is their best seller, it was so delicious and freshly made. I also got their Arnold Palmer which was good but I think the tea might've been a bit overbrewed since it was a bit bitter (not a big deal though). Service was pretty quick (7 min). Place was pretty packed with students studying and had outdoor seating. No AC which made it a bit hot since outside was about 70s, but I didnt mind.

This happens to be one of my favorite coffee and sandwich spots in Lincoln Park! Located right off…read moreof Fullerton, Bourgeois Pig has a huge selection of coffee beverages, sodas, sandwiches and baked goods. I haven't had the opportunity to eat much food on the menu aside from their breakfast items. The burrito and panini are both amazing and so big I often need to get a box to take half of it home. Now that it's nice outside, I especially love the patio seating. They can get pretty busy on weekends, but the staff does a great job running food to tables and calling out names for beverage orders. See you again soon!

Cute spot, friendly staff, decent coffee. We got: - Go…read moreBananas Mocha - Minion Cold Brew - Morning Bun The morning bun was great, but it's hard to hate sugar. I didn't taste and banana in the latte, it was mostly mocha. The cold brew was pretty solid the cold foam was tasty. A cool spot, give it a visit!

This place was totally worth the drive. Small shop, but it smells amazing the second you walk in,…read morecoffee, chocolate, pastries, all of it, they had it all. The staff were super nice, just good vibes all around. I was craving hot chocolate and this spot really delivered. I got La Parisienne, a hot chocolate that was dark, a little bitter, smooth, and rich... exactly how I like it. That mix of flavors just hits right. The whipped cream with a dust of cocoa powder on top was the perfect finish. Also grabbed an almond croissant, and man, that was a good move. Flaky, buttery, with that nutty flavor that just goes so well with the hot chocolate. Dipping it in? Yeah, that's the way to do it. Everything together made it feel like one of those slow, perfect mornings you don't want to rush.

WHAT A FANTASTIC NEW COFFEESHOP! I saw that they were gonna have their soft opening (and grand…read moreopening!) this week and knew I needed to stop by. The ambiance is quite nice, and it's a great place to get work done. They had reliable Internet and plenty of outlets. I really enjoyed my Vanilla Latte. The coffee was very smooth and well-balanced -- I finished my drink incredibly quickly. It was obvious that they put a lot of thought and care into their work. The barista was super friendly, and I can't wait to come back to check out their full menu soon! Highly recommend this place.

Checked out Sakrid for the first time. It's definitely a coffee shop I'd recommend checking out…read more Barista said it's been open for about 2 months now. It's located at Clark and Dickens in the heart of Lincoln Park. I think it has some real potential. I imagine that since they're so new, the menu, decorations and wall hangings are yet to come. It's a bit sparse currently, but the seating areas and types of seats (comfy chairs, stools, etc.) make it an inviting atmosphere. I had an iced oat milk latte and an almond croissant. They were both soooo good! Honestly - it was the best almond croissant I've had. I look forward to coming back and seeing how things have evolved and to try some new drinks.

I really enjoyed my visit to Elaine's Coffee Call. I ordered the avocado toast and it was fresh…read moreflavorful and nicely balanced. Simple but done well which I always appreciate especially when traveling or just stopping in for something light. The coffee menu is solid and pairs well with the food offerings. What really makes this place stand out is the atmosphere. It has a cozy welcoming neighborhood feel that makes you want to sit and stay awhile rather than rush out. I also love that they sometimes have live music which adds a special touch and gives the space even more character without being overwhelming. The staff was friendly and the overall vibe felt relaxed and inviting. It is a great spot to meet a friend enjoy a casual bite or just take a moment to slow down. I would definitely come back and recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable cafe with good food and a warm atmosphere.

I think Elaine's is a solid 3.5 experience. It's located in a hotel lobby but it's set off enough…read moreto the side that you don't feel like you're directly in the lobby. There's some seating but not a ton. I had an ice vanilla latte and it was decent. It wasn't the best one i've ever had. It probably a tad bit too milky for my liking but what can you do!

I love everything about this place! The service is top…read morenotch. Really friendly and attentive. I really enjoyed the fun ambiance and decor! It's sleek, bright, and fun. Cool chandeliers, comfy chairs, huge ceramic mug, couch, and more. Plenty of outlets if you're wanting to work here. The coffee is phenomenal! I can really taste the difference. I absolutely loved my iced matcha latte and iced lavender latte. When you pick up your order from the counter, there is a piece of paper with your name and the name of the drink. Really helpful when I was picking up multiple similar drink for my me and friends. Outdoor patio too. Very spacious and open layout. Clean bathrooms. It's an all day cafe, open until 7pm, and they have a cocktail menu too. The food menu looks delicious so I'll need to return and try food items. The gelato looks amazing. They have everything you need here: breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, cocktails, coffee, beer, wine. Positive vibes and I didn't want to leave. I really enjoyed my experience and want to be a regular here.

I was asked to make a purchase after I was taking a nap before I went to work. So I made a purchase…read moreand the manager didn't say thank you after I gave a her a second chance to say "thank you". So I had got a refund. If we're invited to come back we're not paying for the items.

Love all the latte flavors. Had an iced Milano latte and it was delicious. Came out very quickly tooread more

I absolutely love this place and the staff. It's wonderful. Great coffee. Specialty drinks are on…read morepoint. Always a friendly smile and welcoming banter. What I can't get over is the gentleman sitting every day for hours and hours with his dirty bare feet on chairs that customers sit in. You can see his grimy feet and the slippers he leaves on the floor. It's really gross because when I brought my friends for the first time, there were no tables available except for the one he always uses to put his dirty bare feet on. So we had to sit with his smelly feet as our "neighbor" just a couple feet away. If he's homeless, I have a lot of sympathy for him. But he obviously had sandals which he doesn't use when he puts his feet on chairs, and nobody should be putting bare feet on chairs that people sit on in a cafe anyways. If he's a regular, he should know to respect the cafe, the owners, staff, and patrons better. He also takes up that whole half of the long table by the front so that no customers can sit there. And nobody would want to use that chair he has used for his dirty feet anyways. Please inform him politely it's causing a distraction and is a health hazard. There needs to be some standards at cafes for sanitary reasons even if it's not crowded. It's just pretty gross.