I went to Portage Coffee after a morning of pickleball at Portage Park, and this was a great…read morelocation to stop at! I wanted to take more pictures of the location itself, but it was bustling so I didn't want to bother others. But the place is spacious, they have indoor and patio seating, as well as a great space to wfh! They have a printer you can use, a work meeting space in the back corner away from the noises, and a clean background too. But the main area still gives a great coffee shop vibe, with outlets for laptops. Also, the service is great! The food was really good, I loved the chocolate croissant. It was melting all over my hand with how much chocolate it offered. The cold brew was great as well, it was a great boost after an outdoor session. I did pull out my laptop to work on stuff, I do suggest either your own internet or if you have xfinity, use the hotspot. Their WiFi is ok for work and such, but due to the business it does slow down a bit, which is an average experience. Overall, 5/5! Great location, great team, great food. Will be back!

Honestly. I'd give another coffee shop a shot in portage Park. Coffee is burnt. The food is mid and…read morenot fresh baked. Maybe this was a compelling coffee shop and the 2010s. But they have not evolved and the shit is way too expensive.

Cute little cafe with large news stand inside that sells newspapers, books, magazines, and…read morecalendars. We visited the cafe. I had a mushroom and kale pot pie and a hot caramel latte. The latte was delicious and the pot pie was amazing. Service was great and she was helpful. The ambience was much like a cute cafe in the middle of the busy city with Frank Sinatra songs playing.

Mushroom kale pie so cool Delicious ground beans for coffee…read more Counter service and little tables or to go The make homemade truffles there . Nice news stand . Window counter chairs . Reward program Nice pastries Music play in the background .

I was very pleasantly surprised with Ciao Ciao Gelato. They had wayyyyyyy more flavors than I was…read moreexpecting - but the best surprise of all? They have LIMONCELLO GELATO. No - not limone sorbetto. Li. Mon. Cello. Gelato. Yes - a creamy, dairy-filled lemon-flavored icy treat. And don't get me wrong, I love a good lemon sorbet, also, but something about having a dairy version of a lemon gelato was just... chefs kiss. Outstanding. Unique. And I loved it. I've been thinking of that exact flavor since visiting and need to go back! It's a bit out of the way, but worth it! :)

Extremely overpriced even given inflation…read more.. Customer service was a miss as well..finishing off a customer, saw us in line, worker didnt ask us anything, how she could help..etc.. had to flag her over tiny portions for exorbitant price

The baristas at a local coffee shop told me I needed to try this place, so naturally I went…read moreimmediately. The gumbo was absolutely fire. Full disclosure: I haven't had gumbo in a fat minute, so maybe don't trust my taste buds completely - but it was super flavorful, and I really loved the spices. I didn't realize it came with rice, and since I can't eat rice, I basically just soaked up as much of the broth and juices as possible. I'm still heartbroken because I know I missed out on the full experience. The meat pie was also sooo good. I'm usually hesitant about dishes without any greens, and I fully expected the ground beef to be dry because ground beef disappoints me more often than it should. Thankfully, I was wrong. The filling was juicy, the sauce was amazing, and everything was packed with flavor. If y'all need a little bite on the way to the airport, please stop here and get this mf gumbo.

Biscuits? Banging. Beignets? Banging…read more Iced Coffee? Cold as hell. This small norleans style shop has some great eats. A taste of bourbon street... without the vomit and debauchery.

Caesar and his son offer a unique dining experience. The…read morefood it great but the value is in the experience, Caesar is informative, entertaining and charming. The menu is straight forward. Their selection of unique teas is the best in the State. The location is quite intimate with the location only allowing for six small tables, yet they always seem to find you a comfortable spot. Don't leave without trying their gelato. The wild berry is the best outside of Rome. Enjoy!

First off the staff here, father and son duo, and absolutely amazing and took really great care of…read moreus. They truly went above and beyond! Unfortunately we came here specifically because the website said they have gluten free pierogi, which my Polish-American & Celiac friend visiting really wanted to try during their Chicago trip. They did not have gluten free pierogi, and only had the pizza pot pie as a gluten free option. That said, I did really enjoy my pierogi, very soft and buttery! She was also fine with her pizza pot pie but it wasn't something she would've ordered otherwise. It's defiantly worth the stop because they are so kind and hospitable! Just a beware to anyone GF coming for pierogi!!

5 stars all around !!!!! Krissi was amazing and helped my…read morefriend & I pick out the best drinks & bagel/samdwhich!!! We're not from here & spent about an hour trying to pick a bagel spot: & i'm so glad it was this one!! Along with amazing food & customer service the interior was decorated amazingly & felt so welcoming! 10/10 for this place.

I stopped by Perkolator Coffee in Portage Park for a scheduled work meeting at 9am. Surprisingly,…read moreit was already very crowded for a Wednesday morning, which made it a little difficult to find a comfortable place to sit. The space itself is pretty small and the tables are also on the smaller side, so it's not the easiest spot if you're trying to have a meeting or spread out to work. I ordered a latte, which was really good nice and strong, exactly how I like it. I also tried a breakfast sandwich. It was decent but pretty average, and I did feel like it was a bit pricier compared to similar coffee spots. The staff was friendly, which always helps the overall experience. Parking can be a challenge though since you have to rely on street parking in the area. Overall, it's a solid neighborhood coffee shop and I would come back, but it's probably not my favorite spot if I'm planning to meet someone or need a little more space.

Tried this place on a whim and so glad I did. The store itself is small but super cute. No room for…read moresitting but looked clean and smelled like fresh pastries. Staff were so nice and charming. Very polite and welcoming when you walk in. Some of the best cold brew I have ever had. I'm a black coffee drinker and will definitely be back. They also had an assortments of baked good and their almond croissant is a must try.

This cozy Colombian coffee shop may be small inside, but it delivers big flavor. Their strong…read morecoffee is rich, bold, and absolutely delicious -- the kind that makes you stop for a moment just to appreciate it. I ordered the Mazapán Latte iced, and it was the perfect way to start my Sunday. Sweet, nutty, and beautifully balanced, it's one of those drinks you immediately want to recommend to a friend. I also tried their ham and cheese croissant, which was warm, flaky, and surprisingly flavorful. A simple item done exceptionally well. If you're looking for a spot with authentic Colombian charm, great drinks, and tasty bites, this place is absolutely worth a visit.

Just found my new favorite bubble tea spot in the neighborhood! I usually get bubble tea when I'm…read morein China town or uptown neighborhood but was surprised when I found this place without having to take a drive. Ordered pickup online and my first order was ready in just a few minutes. I had the mango smoothie with Lychee popping boba. Smoothie was fresh and delicious. Can't wait to go back and try the teas.

The drinks are really good. It was my first time being in that place. The lady was nice and variety…read moreof selections on tea. The dragon fruit was really good and like to stop in there next time.

Lots of sweets and stuff though they seem to have a small food menu as well, which is nice to…read morecounteract the sweets. I stopped in to go and the chai was different from what I've tasted before; hard to explain. I did't like it at first but it grew on me. I wonder if it wasn't well mixed, perhaps, because it was a little stronger at the end. Having a drink to dine in might be nice though. They have a really nice tea. The parking lot though is a mess. This is located in a strip mall right off Lawrence and Oketo so it can quickly get congested, and it's a little tight. But a nice comfortable place to stop if you'd like a coffee or tea.

Simple, fresh delicious. This is where you go to eat, relax and hold hands with your loved one. The…read morefood is great, restaurant is relaxing and you don't feel rushed . you forget you are in the bustle of city life. Merci this chop is wonderful!!

This is the definition of a hidden gem. Very glad to see something like this in the community. I…read morewish I lived closer!

I have loved seeing the growth of this cafe over the last year. The drinks - both coffee and…read morenon-coffee options are very tasty. A great place to work from or just get a drink to go. The storefront has lots of fun traditional Mexican clothing, jewelry, kitchenware, snacks, and much more for you to look at before or after you enjoy your drinks and food.