I hope and pray the Chicago influencers don't find this place. Everything on the menu is well-crafted, relatively on the cheaper side, and the service is great. Sometimes there is a bit of a line but it moves fast. Highly recommend the Pistachio Matcha latte if they have it in season. Definitely one of the best coffee shops in the area. read more

Cool space with outlets for working and water available, so it's a solid spot to get some work done. Service was quick. The Banana Latte (8.7/10) was delicious! I just wished the espresso came through a little more. The banana syrup had a really nice texture, almost like banana puree, and the drink was definitely on the sweeter side. The Strawberry Matcha (8/10) was good but not mind-blowing. I did like that you could actually taste the matcha instead of having it completely overpowered by the strawberry. read more

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Some of the best coffee in the city! I love getting an iced latte from here. You can really tell the quality difference from other shops. The seasonal drinks are always great. The customer line sometimes extends outside, which keeps the inside of the store less crowded. There is limited seating, so if you want to WFH here I'd come early! read more

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Cannot say enough good things about the matcha and the banana bread syrup! Best banana bread syrup I've ever tried (actually tastes buttery & baked, not just banana). My only complaint is the music & volume while trying to work inside :) read more

great banana latte ($5.50) with homemade banana syrup! we ordered less sweet and enjoyed it you can taste real banana in the banana syrup which is nice. they charge the same price for a medium and large latte drink! there's free wifi and cozy seats, but not many. the service is a little slow but we weren't in a rush. read more

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Heard amazing things about Coffee Lab so we decided to take an adventure to the area. The store itself is pretty small and there was already a full line inside. We tried their specials: - Caramel Madeleine Latte - Miso Maple Latte Im not the biggest fan of madeleines, so it wasn't for me but the miso maple was pretty good. By the time we left there was already a line down the street, so get there early if you don't want to wait and want a place to sit. read more

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BEST COFFEE SPOT! Everything here is a hit and despite consistent lines, it moves quick and everyone here is so nice! Its a cute small walk up spot with some room to sit and i love it here. read more

Iced matcha, lemon loaf, and peak summer vibes Throwing it back to sunny days in Lakeview and my first time trying Coffee Lab & Roasters,the kind of neighborhood café that instantly pulls you in. Between the bright, airy space, the pastry case calling my name, and that perfectly iced matcha, this stop was everything I want in a summer coffee moment. I grabbed a creamy iced matcha paired with a gluten-free lemon loaf that was soft, moist, and perfectly citrusy -- light, refreshing, and just sweet enough. Simple, comforting, and such a win for anyone looking for great gluten-free options that don't feel like a compromise. the service inside is so helpful and they're all so amazing!!! Coffee Lab & Roasters has that easy summer energy with quality drinks, fresh pastries, and a cozy neighborhood vibe that makes you want to linger. Definitely a Lakeview spot worth revisiting! read more

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This has been on my list for a while! I stopped by on a Sunday and thankfully no line! I looked at their specials and went for and earl gray iced matcha latte. I love these so was excited to see it on the menu. Unfortunately the taste fell flat. There was no taste of the earl gray and the drink actually lacked flavor in general. read more

TL; DR: Always a line, but for a good reason There are a couple seats inside, but on the smaller side. I would say this is a better grab and go place. There seems to be a line outside the door most times of the day, but it is pretty quick. The pistachio rose latte (seasonal) was delicious. Can't wait to return read more

I had my first latte made with macadamia nut milk at this cafe and it was unique and memorable. The baked goods, including gluten free options, were yummy. There's seating and a large window into the roastery. read more

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Loved the espresso quality; I got an iced mocha and it was so good and the price is not bad at all. It was hard to find seating, but after a little bit I was able to find a spot. Overall, highly recommend stopping by! read more

Super friendly staff, interesting homemade syrup selection and good pastries. It's worth standing in line for!

Coffee Lab is a small but cozy spot that feels welcoming the moment you walk in. The roastery is right inside the shop, so the rich aroma of freshly roasted beans fills the air--it's one of the first things you notice. There's plenty of street parking nearby, which makes it an easy stop. The space itself is on the smaller side, but the high stools by the window looking out toward the street create a nice, relaxed vibe where you can sip and people-watch. Service is warm and attentive, and the coffee delivers. The flat white stood out--smooth, balanced, and prepared just right. It's a simple place, but that adds to its charm: nothing overdone, just good coffee in a comfortable setting. read more

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I've been eyeing this place for a while. Every time in the area, the line is literally out the door and I can see why! Got to finally try the banana latte today and oh my daysssss, it was delicious. I don't like super sweet or overpowering flavors but this was just right. On top of that, the staff are friendly. The barista taking my order today was so patient with me since it was my first time there, and she did a great job helping me make my selections. I will definitely be back 10/10 read more

Great service and food/drink. A smaller coffee roaster nestled inbetween homes and other establishments. It provides a cherry and intimate ambience. The vanilla pistachio matcha is not overpowering by any means. Very smooth, flavorful, and addictive. The quiche is a very solid choice if you want something more savory. There are spots inside to talk and study as well as a small patio. read more

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Cute coffee shop with excellent matcha and coffee! They have a lot of different speciality lattes and matcha drink options as well! read more

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The baristas were friendly. I had the Iced Pearadise Latte, although I didn't get much of the pear flavor it was still sweet and creamy. It was my first time visiting and thought it was very well decorated. I definitely want to come back and try their other lattes. read more

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Ordered their latte with macadamia milk, and it was my first time! Subtly sweet and flavorful, better than oatmilk. I can't judge coffee based on lattes but their service was quick despite the line, and room is kind of tight but still a fair amount of seating inside, and three round tables outside. Bathroom was clean and nice as well :) read more

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I go out of my way just to get their matcha! Every time I go, it's the same color, consistency, and sweetness. I'm really sad that desert honey dew matcha is a seasonal flavor they offer pretty standard pastry and baked goods staff is friendly, however it seems like no matter what time you go during the week it's busy! You can snag a seat if you're lucky, but I would just grab and go as the space is small yet clean and well maintained. They also have outdoor patio seating, one table is shaded read more

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Cute little coffee shop in the neighborhood. Very friendly staff. The line moves quickly. Matcha and coffee options. I would go here over a chain any day! Most importantly - they have Phlour chocolate chip cookies and that keeps me coming back! read more

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Great little spot in Lincoln Park! It's a small café with limited seating, and it can get a bit loud when it's busy, but the vibe is still cozy. I tried the Pistachio Rose Matcha and the Blackberry Cobbler Matcha--both had a nice matcha flavor, I just wish the syrup flavors came through a bit more. The almond croissant was delicious and a classic pastry choice. read more

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We checked out this coffee shop last weekend and ordered 2 vanilla lattes from here. The baristas were kind and the service was quick. Our lattes were just okay, the milk to espresso to syrup proportions just tasted off. Despite that, there was plenty of seating inside and I could see this being a great place to work from during the week. read more

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I went to Coffee Lab + Roasters today for the first time and it was great! The parking situation was easy which is so appreciated in the city. I ordered the (I think it was called) Hot Butter Latte and it was so, so good. I normally only get iced coffee and don't like hot beverages but this coffee truly blew me away. It was smooth and honestly felt like an internal hug. My fiancé ordered the Cafe Au Lait and also enjoyed his. Highly recommend this spot and can't wait to come back again! read more

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STUNNING!! A cute little coffee shop in Lakeview, this place has such fun little seasonal drinks and some seating space as well!

Really good coffee!! I enjoyed my latte. The pastries are large in size and looked delicious as well.

Service friendly and fast! Coffee/ Latte was smooth - very good Very unassuming spot on Lincoln but warm and inviting vibe once you enter the door. Heard a lot of friendly neighborly conversations and smiles all around. Enjoyed this quick stop in so much! read more

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This place is great. I'm shocked none of the other reviews mentioned dog friendly as everyone in line here had a dog with them which you don't see often and they were giving out dog treats. The drinks were delicious and they have the custom options im accustomed to ( sugar free vanilla syrup , milk alternatives such as almond, soy, oat etc). Large visible roasting room in the back proves they are the real deal. Sweets/ treats look good and love they have a variety of gluten free options from defloured ( this you don't typically see at small places ! ). Hours are a little limited 7-1 but frankly I don't allow myself to drink coffee in the afternoon so not a problem for me. Adequate cute seating space with 5 tables if you want to stay and enjoy your drink. I'll be back ! read more

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- Good coffee shop - Coffee is delicious (this is important) - Barista girls are cool. - I will gladly recommend to my friends read more

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Small mom and pop shop comes highly recommended. Cafe latte did the business. Baked goods on offer. Not a lot of comfy/cozy seating but do you want coffee or not? Super friendly proprietors. Coffee prices slightly above average. read more

TLDR - great drinks and service, not a lot of tables, short hours, and chairs were decent! So it's my spring break so I wanted to change it up and go somewhere I don't regularly go. Looking at the map, this place popped up and based on what I saw in photos there were chairs with back support so I'm in. Note they're only open to 1pm, which is a bummer for the non-morning people like myself. I get there and it's such a lovely space. The staffers were great and my iced chai latte was so lovely. I was nervous I wouldn't find seating but thankfully a table opened up right when I got there so I had a seat. The chairs are actually the same Ikea chairs I have at home lol. They also provide thin mats for the seating - not super helpful but a thoughtful gesture! I also didn't use any electronics but note they have so many plugs everywhere, which is great. The chairs too while they were pretty good are just ok (the hard backs don't feel good over time) but I can manage for like an hour or so before my back needing to leave the chair. In all, I'll be coming back! When I'm in the morning spirit ;-) read more

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Love this spot! We stopped in after getting bagels at Gotham and I loved the atmosphere. I got a brown sugar cinnamon iced latte -- so good!! We also got a cinnamon scone and it was delicious. Can't wait to go back! read more

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I have been frequenting this intimate, cozy coffee shop since they first opened. Over the years and even with change of ownership, quality and service remains excellent. Baristas are friendly and recall repeat customer orders. The seating space is limited but there is seasonal outdoor seating. Love that you can pick from the daily rotation of light, medium or dark roasts, iced or hot. I gravitate towards the smooth Mexican (medium) blend and always grab a pastry or quiche to go (sourced from phflour bakery - no brainer). This place is always busy despite the three competing coffee shops nearby. They have built a solid following over the years! Love supporting independent coffee shops in the hood. read more

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Love this place! The staff is always very friendly, they have a great syrup selection, drinks always taste great and come out quick, and they play great music! read more

Wow! Coffee lab and roasters is one of my favorite study spots with the kindest staff and the best environment. My barista, Nellie, was so kind and made a mean matcha. The seasonal drinks are always on point and I am happy to be a walk away from this amazing coffee joint. read more

I really love this place! I've been trying to find a coffee shop that has really good matcha, and this place for sure has it. Some of their syrups are also house-made! The ambiance is always great, the baristas play great music, and they are really nice. Such a great location, it's super close to DePaul and is a great place to study and get work done. read more

Cute coffee shop along Lincoln Ave! It's a fairly small shop -- there are 6 tables indoors and then a bar table that looks out the window. I appreciate that the tables were wider rather than deep and there were power strips with 3-4 outlets each, so you won't have to worry about all the outlets being used. It was a little pricier than other coffee shops (maybe due to inflation)... I got a cappuccino with lavender syrup and the syrup was really good -- it was very floral and not overly sweet. read more

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Some of the best coffee and pastries I've ever had. The coffee has a lot of flavor and is very smooth. The cinnamon roll is not to be missed! Staff is super friendly, quick and spot ok with orders. read more

They are the best place to get fresh roasted beans in Chicago their coffees are delicious and worth the price. I love that you still get a complementary drink when you buy a bag of beans. I definitely come here when I am running low also a great place to get some fantastic iced coffee read more

Cozy coffee shop. Not many tables. You can sit outside at a table. Friendly polite staff. The latte was delicious, the croissants were also delicious. read more

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