The staff greeted us immediately upon entry! The storefront itself operates via two self serve…read morekiosks, which is fine by me because of the various options that there are. Currently (July 2025), there is indoor and outdoor seating. The decorations are cool, the bathroom is clean with really nice hand soap. I have been getting the King Richard smoothie for as long as I can remember--Intelligentsia coffee, coconut milk, banana, and chocolate plant protein. My daughter got the Cinnamon Roll--plant based vanilla protein, cinnamon, and banana. She also got a Greek yogurt bowl with blue magik, chocolate hazelnut spread, honey, and granola for $5. I appreciate having a healthier option for a treat!

I've walked by this place so many times to go to Yardhouse, the movie theater, or Potbelly's. I…read moreguess it takes my latest craving for açaí bowls to bring me in here! Loved how many options of bowls they had, though mostly it's different combinations of banana, blueberries, strawberries, cacao nibs, and coconut shreds. Peanut or almond butter are also selections, as are pistachios, which were on my Goin' Back to Cali bowl. For some reason, I was left with a medicinal aftertaste after eating my bowl, and I'm not sure if it was the açaí base or the coconut shreds that were the culprit. The bananas used were also not quite ripe and ready to go and tasted a bit green, if you know what I mean. It's $13.50-15 per 16oz bowl, and there are (cashless) kiosks where you can place your order. An introvert's dream! Easy street parking, and there are a handful of seats to dine in here. Plenty of smoothie options too.

I have been excited about the addition of Bean Bar to our neighborhood in downtown Northbrook for a…read morewhile.  We finally had a chance to visit together before we went to the Art in the Park the Saturday of the Mother's Day weekend!  It totally justified all the hype! Given it was a Saturday, there was an annual art fair in the Village Green close by, and the Mother's Day weekend, we expected it to be very busy, and it was justifiable so.  There was a rather long line placing orders at the cashier, but it moved quickly.  There were many laminated menus for us to read while waiting in line.  The cashier was friendly, patient, and helpful in answering questions.  Our daughter ordered an Avocado Toast and a Berry Zen Refresher.  My husband and I found that a good idea, and each of us also ordered an Avocado Toast, although I had hoped that I got different types of dishes to photograph, lol.  Husband had a Cappuccino, and I had a large Iced Pistachio Latte (oat milk).  This simple brunch came up to $77.34 with tip, and it's worth it. All 3 Avocado Toasts were perfectly made.  All the ingredients were very fresh, although there wasn't a lot of seasoning, the taste of each ingredient worked well together to achieve a delicious dish.  I especially liked the over easy egg and the crispy edges of the warm toast.  My Iced Pistachio Latte was very good without being too sweet. Although the food and drinks were the star, the ambiance was so pleasing and relaxed that totally elevated the entire experience.  The dining room with high ceiling and chandeliers was spacious and beautiful.  There were many different types of seating for patrons -- big comfy couches, regular tables, high-tops, small booths, conference rooms with long table and chairs, small private rooms... not to mention about the large sheltered patio with many tables and seats!  As I have mentioned, we went at a busy time, there were not a lot of tables left for dining purposes, we opted for a high-top.  Even though the venue was almost filled to capacity, it still felt very airy and comfortable.  I could just chill there happily for half a day with my latte! However, there were small hiccups that fortunately did not ruin our first experience there.  My husband's and daughter's drink came out almost instantly after we sat down, but I had to chase down a staff (there's no servers except for the staff who delivered the dishes or cleaned tables) to tell him that my drink was missing.  I told him that it's supposed to be cold but with no ice.  He immediately got me a Pistachio Latte but with ice.  The cashier lady had specified no ice on when she placed the order for me, I talked to her about this and she offered to make me a new one, but I had already had a sip and didn't want to put the drink to waste, so I just kept it.  I later scooped out all the ice so that it did not dilute my drink, and it was good.  I must mention that the food came out in just 5 minutes even though the place was busy. Our high-top table wobbled when we used our knives and forks to cut the toasts, not a very big deal, but the restaurant could easily have that fixed as I am pointing it out now, It's one of the high-tops under the BB sign. This brunch kicked off a very happy Mother's Day weekend.  I was in a very good mood going to the art fair from Bean Bar.  We will definitely return to try the many other items on their menu.

The ambience is incredible here! What an eclectic, artsy vibe. I feel like I'm in Chicago when I'm…read moreat the Bean Bar. I love the brick walls, high ceilings, and the wide variety of seating areas - both indoor and out. Staff here is wonderful, very friendly with top-notch service. I ordered the avocado toast with no egg to make it vegan, and a latte with oat milk. The latte was perfect, but I didn't love the avocado toast. Bean Bar is the perfect place for both personal and work gatherings... or to just hang out by yourself.

Love this place! Staff is always so friendly and helpful with smoothie suggestions! My favorites…read moreare the chocolate covered cherry and the berry good berry nice (with spinach added in). And the lemon coconut bites are a family favorite! They also have fresh pressed juice you can order a week or few days supply for a cleanse or detox! And don't forget to bring some quarters and a friend to play a game of old school Pac Man! Or one of the other board games they keep out for customers to play!

We found this smoothie place in Glenview and decided to give it a try. My daughter and son wanted…read moresimple strawberry-banana smoothies. Instead, the employee suggested ordering a menu item that she said was similar. We took her recommendation, but after trying it, the kids didn't like the taste and would have preferred the simple smoothie they originally wanted. When my wife asked if it could be exchanged, we were told that because we ordered a menu item, it could not be changed. We ended up spending nearly $90 for five items, and unfortunately, the experience left us disappointed. Good customer service means helping customers when a recommendation doesn't work out, especially when it involves children. We felt the business was more concerned about making the sale than ensuring customer satisfaction. Sadly, we won't be returning.

Recently, after I had some dental work done in the late afternoon, I just assumed that I could not…read moreeat that evening, and searched on Yelp for a nice smoothie place. I felt so lucky that Tropical Smoothie Café is so close to home! It is located in the strip mall called Plaza del Prado, where Jewel-Osco has been there for decades. I passed by the mall so often, but had not noticed Tropical Smoothie just a few stores from Jewel-Osco! I did not have their app; I just walked in to order a Mango Monsoon smoothie. The guy behind the counter was friendly and efficient. He worked on the smoothie right away. I was able to leave the store with my smoothie within 5 minutes! There was only another customer at the time when I left. The Mango Monsoon was refreshing and not too sweet. I couldn't believe that I finished all 22-24 oz. in no time! It was delicious! I guess the price of $7.99 plus tips and tax seems fair. Next time I will try some of their food items on their menu too!

My girls love tropical smoothie! Their wraps and smoothies are delicious and nutritious. Quick…read moreservice and cute ambiance!

I left my Apple AirTag here about two months ago, and just realized it. In the morning, I called…read moreGlenview Grind and spoke to an employee, but she didn't think they had it. She then called me right back and said that they did have it in their Lost and Found. So, I headed right over to their establishment. I am so appreciative that they saved my AirTag for this long, and didn't just toss it in the trash. I ordered a toasted sesame bagel, and a chai tea latte with oat milk. As a vegan, I would love to see Glenview Grind offer more vegan options for their customers. The place is bright and has a lot of seating options. The staff here were great!

Nice outdoor patio with street views. Visited this restaurant on a Monday morning and did not have…read moreto wait long for my order. The Canadian bacon egg and cheese breakfast sandwich on an English muffin was decent but, it will not be something that I will be craving. I ordered a 12 ounce bulldog coffee to go with my sandwich. The bulldog coffee is coffee with espresso. I said yes to the cream and sugar and it was still pretty strong. The coffee and the sandwich cost me $12.15.

Delicious! The staff here are so nice and I'm a big fan of the coffee and food. It's nice to see…read morethat their reach is certainly expanding to other suburbs!

A great new place to sit outside and enjoy a cup of coffee and a pastry or a nice sandwich and…read moredrink for lunch. Friendly staff and nice patio dining as well.

You know how sometimes you have a great day at work and want to reward yourself? Or you're having a…read morebad day and you want to soothe yourself? This Liquid Fusion location is my go-to for those times. I always get a blended fruit of coffee drink. Strawberry, mango, and honeydew are my favorite fruity flavors. The blended coffees are better than a Frappuccino in my opinion. My drink is always made quickly and everyone who works there has been really helpful and kind. The quality is consistent with their other locations. The space itself is bright and cute, and I appreciate the giant parking lot. Thanks for the emotional support and tasty drinks, Liquid Fusion!

For me, an alright spot to enjoy a drink. While not as fancy as some other spots closer to the…read morecity, this does provide an above average selection of different coffee, milk tea, freeze, and hot drink options for the area. There is also some pastry options including cakes, brownies, cookies, muffins, and more. This spot is not as busy as the Northbrook location, which is good if you're looking for a more relaxing spot to casually enjoy your drinks or hangout with friends. Prices are fair, not the cheapest you'll find but in line with this area of the suburbs. They also have tapioca, jelly, popping bubble, and crystal bubble if you want some variety. Overall, a relaxing spot to enjoy Asian inspired bubble tea and other drinks in the area with a good selection and fair prices.

A well-lit, expansive space means that grocery shopping is less likely to be annoying and…read morefrustrating. There is so much room to move, much more so than the Deerfield location. I only needed a few items but they were pretty easy to find. (Somehow, the candle I spotted was not a need - nor something I bought - because it was an absurd $32.) The staffing is well organized on the "floor," with lots of people who can help you politely and efficiently. Sadly, the registers themselves are pretty understaffed, which made the experience take longer than it needed to for my single-digit items.

I purchased a half gallon of Organic Valley 2% milk use by dated Jul 7th, 2026. I opened it today,…read moreJune 20th, and put it in my cereal. Once I started eating the cereal, I noticed an off taste. Upon drinking a little milk from the carton, I realized the milk was sour. I have never purchased any sour milk from any store, so I am really shocked WHOLE FOODS is the store that sold me this milk.