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    Daily Projects Cafe & Eatery

    4.3 (324 reviews)
    Open 7:30 am - 7:00 pm

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    Misty S.

    Great place to stop in for breakfast, lunch, beverage or quick bite. Cute décor in the dining area that is brightly lit with many different seating options. I saw quite a few people by themselves working on their laptop. You order at the counter, get your number and find a place to sit. Your order will be delivered to your seat when it is ready. Better BLT $9 - Big sandwich! Delicious sourdough with a crunchy crust. The avocado and pesto complimented the bacon, lettuce and tomato very well. Thai Milk Tea $5 - Good flavor iced beverage. .|\---/| | @_@ | ..\_^_/..2025

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    Joe M.

    I've been driving past Daily Project Coffee Bar for years and honestly can't believe it took me this long to stop in what a home run of a place . The coffee selections are both unique and abundant I got a nitro brew, which came in a generous-sized cup and was absolutely delicious. The food was equally impressive; my pesto chicken sandwich was flavorful and fresh, and the dessert options looked great too . Prices are very reasonable for the quality you get, and the atmosphere has that perfect "get work done" vibe lots of people on laptops, calm energy, and clean modern decor. Service was good Nd to the point. I'll definitely be stopping by again whenever I'm in the area. If you're looking for a spot to work, relax, or just enjoy a really good cup of coffee, this place deserves a visit.

    Pumpkin pie matcha latte
    Alexandra A.

    Big fan of locally owned coffee shops and this place did it for me! I was pleasantly surprised to see how large this cafe is. There's about 50, if not more, seats inside. I was here during the fall so I'm not sure if they put tables and chairs outdoors during the spring/summer time. There are outlets pretty much everywhere if you are planning to huddle up with a laptop. I will say that sitting at the bench against the wall was somewhat of a 'challenge' for me. I couldn't reach my laptop while sitting against the wall so I didn't have support on my back. I think adding pillows to the bench area would be a much appreciated plus. For short people like me at least, haha. I ordered via their front counter and the staff was friendly and quick. Once drinks were made you're asked to grab it at the counter. If you order food and are dining in they give you a number and bring it to you once it's ready. I tried a hot pumpkin pie matcha latte and loved it. I could taste both the matcha and pumpkin and neither were competing with each other. This was a well balanced drink that set the tone of having a cozy and relaxing stay. For food I ordered the breakfast sandwich with turkey bacon. This was a pretty standard sandwich for me, nothing special, but I'm glad they offer it!

    Great place and the owners Kevin and Sang are so very cool
    Jason R.

    We have been coming here for the best coffee and burgers! I'm a burger fanatic, and I can tell you without a doubt these smash burgers are incredible.

    Miranda L.

    Daily Projects is a great coffee shop in the Algonquin area. Located in a strip mall on Randall Rd, it's an easy location to get to and is near a lot! The inside is large with a central ordering counter with seating on each side. There are outlets along the front of the banquet benches for people to work with ease. The staff were extremely friendly and fast to turn around food/drinks. I ordered a hot Lavender Latte and Breakfast Sandwich with crispy bacon. The latte was served in a to-go cup even though we said we were dining in. The flavor was good but not strong. The foam art on top was a nice touch. My breakfast sandwich came out exactly how I ordered it but definitely needed more sauce. I would certainly stop back for a coffee when in the area but wouldn't go out of my way. While it had some working benefits, the seating was not comfortable enough to accommodate long stays. The pricing was very fair, in my opinion, but I have had better lavender lattes.

    Merrill D.

    Daily Projects is a great place for quality coffee if you feel like stepping away from the chains. It kind of gives a homely, inviting environment, comfortable enough to hang out all day, and I think some people do lol. I'm usually a fan of the basics and they have solid black brews. Every once in a while I'll get a latte and they are delish. They used to make great cortado, not sure if they completely stopped or if they were seasonal. Speaking of seasonal, make sure to try them because they're unique, delicious, and because I said so. Not sure if their pastries are made in-house or ordered from somewhere but they pair well with a strong cup joe or their teas.

    Mango Paradise Smoothie
    Ann C.

    This is one of our favorite places to stop on a Saturday or Sunday while out running errands. We've never had a drink (or snack) that we didn't like. During our last visit, we were served with a smile even though the line was long as there were only two employees working at the time. Cute place to sit and do some work, visit with a friend or people watch!

    Cherry Vanilla Latte
    Brad A.

    Everything was amazing! This was my first time here and the service, food, and my beverage were all outstanding! It is a great place to hang out for a while. I forgot to take a picture of my breakfast bagel, but it was also delicious! I had the everything bagel with bacon.

    Specialty Latte
    Jacqueline M.

    I'm from the area and everytime I'm back home I stop here. LOVE their lavender lattes and matchas

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    Beth A.

    It's nice to see a local cafe with dairy free and vegan options with a nice interior and plenty of seats along the busy Randall Road. We had been wanting to stop by here many times, and finally was able to. This cafe is along the very busy Randall Road but we were able to find parking just outside. I was glad to see dairy free milk options and even vegan cheese to add to meals - for those of us who are lactose intolerance. I was surprised by their good sized menu of drinks and food. We chose to eat in and had an early lunch on a weekday. We enjoyed the food and the drinks and the total for two people with drinks, a side, and 2 sandwiches was about $40.

    Iced Americano.  Not good

    My Americano tasted awful and looked like tea. I asked for no room and there was room at top.

    Service station equipped to handle all orders.
    Barbara Becker M.

    Outstanding service today as there was no long line. Yesterday I passed this place up due to not having time to wait. Ordered an iced pumpkin latte. Offers a peaceful place to work and sip a cup of Jo!

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    A lot of fun seasonal options and always quick service. Breakfast sandwiches are also excellent. Very cute and welcoming atmosphere.

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    Huge portions and great food! Family owned friendly, lots oof options I love this place!

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    Ask the Community - Daily Projects Cafe & Eatery

    Do you have sugar free flavored syrups?

    Yes

    Do you have vegan options/ almond milk?

    Yes we do. We have oat milk, soy, almond, and coconut

    Is Daily Projects coffee fair trade?

    Yes. All of our coffee roasters are fair trade

    Is nutritional info listed anywhere? Love the watermelon smoothie and ricotta toast. I do weight watchers and love to be able to figure out points. Thanks!

    You'll have to ask them personally because I don't see anything online

    Any plans on expanding out in the city? ?

    Sounds like a great idea to me

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