[[HIGHLIGHT]]Patterned teal and gold wallpaper, psychedelic wall art, and black pin cushion benches adorn the very lofty and sunlit interior at dark matter coffee.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Both the baristas, and the coffee and food they sling have a vibrant and funky flavor. The coffee was surprisingly excellent. The breakfast tacos were also okay. One of my reservations was the lack of breakfast pastries (other than a few donuts) -- it made the cafe feel a bit more empty overall. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The other reservation was that the interior didn't quite hit the cozy vibe that I typically look for in a coffee shop.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] But still, it's a great place to stop in for a quick cappuccino and a breakfast taco. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Beautiful space and well decorated![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Minimal seating and tables.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We got a a decaf latte and espresso- very well made. I wish I would taken a photo of the menu because they had some cool creations on ther. Service was service lol [[HIGHLIGHT]]Tables could of been cleaner but overall good experience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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We went in when it wasn't too crowded and was not disappointed. The latte was not only great but it was served very quickly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I liked the inside and had no problem finding a seat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Would recommend! read more

Came here to grab coffee before work after many coworkers recommended this place and raved about how good it was. Happy to say it lived up to the hype! I got a hot agave latte with almond milk. It comes with agave, cinnamon, and chocolate. This was probably the best latte I've had in a LONG time. It was sweet but not over powering, spiced well, and had a great espresso taste. I'll definitely be back to try another signature latte in the future when I'm in the area! read more

I tried the Vanilla Suburbs Nitro at Dark Matter, and honestly it was mid. There was no flavor of the vanilla or the cocoa and was just watery. I get that it's not supposed to be sweet, but it felt like it was missing something. The barista was very sweet though and patiently answered all our questions and let us take our sweet time to choose from the menu. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The cafe is chic and nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Would I order from here again? Meh, probably not. read more

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ASHER & JESSE'S CHICAGO COFFEE CRAWL '25 Ranked #12 out of 15 This review actually is not for this specific location but for the Dark Matter Lollapalooza Stand! We had the pleasure of trying their Horchata Iced Coffee which we just want to thank for fueling us for the days we did not have time to stop at a coffee shop beforehand! read more

I stopped in here recently only because I've seen their coffee on sale in the coffee aisle at my local grocery store. I was disappointed with the lack of attentiveness by customer service, the sloppy uncomfort appearance of the employees, the overall Vibe of the place, the quality of my coffee and the presentation of it, and the price. The biggest insult of all, they served me a single shot claiming it was a double. That was the straw that broke the camel's back. read more

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My brother-in-law swears by Dark Matter and I love it too. The overall spacey vibe to their product is unique and fun - and the quality they shovel out is quite impressive. Got a nitro coffee that was "out-of-this-world" (see what I did there), and it was STRONG. Heavy bitterness in the way I expect from a Nitro. read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Decided to give myself an unneeded adventure and take the train from Denver to New Orleans. So, during my very long layover when I was unsatisfied with the breakfast options I did some quick yelp homework and gave this place a try. The agave latte I had was quite yummy. As was the cinnamon roll pastry although I am pretty sure those aren't made in house. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The interior is so pretty with great paintings and wallpaper[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]].[[HIGHLIGHT]] The seating is a little weird. There are a couple of 10 person booths (one table with three benches in a u shape). When I visited, mos[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]t[[HIGHLIGHT]] parties were one individual or 3 folks max. But I ended up inviting someone to share the booth with me and that [[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]felt good. So, maybe there is something to it. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Meddle Coffee in the West Loop is as advertised, a psychedelegance coffee shop.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The mural fantasies, by Jason Brammer, on the walls surround patrons with gorgeous hallucinatory images upon entering the front door.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] On our recent visit, we were greeted with a smile and offered the intriguing menu. We ordered the Cafe Miel and the Gingersnap Trainwreck. The cafe miel had a rich coffee flavor which was delightfully accented with honey. So tasty! The gingersnap trainwreck was a festival of coffee gently merging with spices and honey. This fresh flavor sensation was a wild new discovery. We loved the delicious coffee at Meddle which was enhanced by the gorgeous fantasy displayed in the art encircling us. Yay! read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Beautiful latte art on our Cafe Miel and Gingersnap Trainwreck which were both delicious! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This place was awesome! We'll definitely be back next time we're in the area. The menu was creative and everything sounded so good, I was having trouble deciding on what to order. Our barista Chris recommended the "wake & bake" latte, which I ended up loving. The presentation for our drinks was so pretty; they even poured a swan for my boyfriend's Cortado. The baristas also took some time to find a few attractions for us to hit up while we were in the city (it was our first time here). They were soo sweet. Thanks again!! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Delicious coffee and some places to do work or journal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I had this spicy coffee and it was an interesting drink. I really enjoy the coffee flavors! read more

The drinks are verryyyyyy sweet. I asked for my drink with light syrup but is was still way too much. Maybe I'll try a straight espresso. It's only worth it if you're in the area though read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I stopped by with a couple friends this past Saturday afternoon 15 minutes before closing. The barista was helpful with recommendations and the drink was delicious. I'm glad I stopped by before heading to Union Station to head back to the burbs. ICED MAYAN MOCHA (12 OZ) - 4.75 4.75 for a 12 oz mocha is pretty darn good in 2024. The mocha had a slightly spicy kick after every sip and it wasn't too sweet. I really enjoyed this drink and it's been awhile since I enjoyed a mocha. It had a strong chocolate flavor and I could still taste the espresso. Solid option for sure. My only regret is not copping a bag of beans while I was here. There's quite a few Dark Matter cafes in Chicago, so definitely stop by at one of them and give their drinks a try! read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Iced Mayan Mocha (12 oz) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Dark Matter Coffee has built a reputation on creativity, and it shows the moment you walk in.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They've partnered with companies across the city (and beyond), and the café feels like more than just a coffee stop--it's a hub for coffee culture. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The shelves are stocked with everything from their own beans and merch to products from partner brands, plus accessories and other fun finds.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It makes browsing almost as enjoyable as grabbing a drink.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff were excellent--welcoming, witty, and able to bring humor into the interaction, which added to the experience. Coffee-wise, it's not one of my personal top spots, but I'd definitely come back for the atmosphere, collaborations, and overall vibe. read more

Strong a** coffee, in a good way! Needed a little pick me up on Saturday morning and the small coffee did the trick! Had a strong but delicious taste to it! Regret not buying their coffee beans but we will be back! Cashier was okay and could've been a bit friendlier but I came for coffee not to make friends I guess, in the nicest way. The barista was super friendly and said bye to everyone leaving the door, so that was nice! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decoration and murals on the wall are on point, had great music playing as well! Definitely a vibe in there.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Small honey latte with a pastry - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great coffee and vibe![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The employees were very nice and helpful with giving recommendations. Will definitely be back! read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Ice Vanilla Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Good espresso--tried house and barrel aged and they both had a nice character, the barrel aged a bit more on the chocolate spectrum and the house a bit more bright. read more

I went here for the first time today with my mother. The store was not high in traffic, however the barista seemed quite agitated when taking our order making a slight remark about my drink having a lot of syrups in it however, it only had vanilla in it with a hint of honey, and a dust of cinnamon (so one syrup! Lol). As if my drink was complicated! She then told my mother they had Splenda dismissively when she asked because she only drinks that due to dietary reasons. Once given the drink at the self serve noticed instantly they don't. Then the same barista tried to explain in a very condescending way how truvia is basically Splenda..... mam they are not the same thing. We got a refund and left. Will definitely not be back. I am literally walking to Sawada as I type this because they are way better. Never again! read more

Want a strong cup of premium coffee, then this is your go-to spot. Cozy space with lots of colorful art work and quotes to stimulate thoughts. I ordered the iced mocha latte with oat milk and it was perfect. The server was pretty cool and my order was ready quick. They also offer pastries. I was heading to a training class for work and knew donuts would be provided. read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Iced Mocha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Absolutely love the aesthetics of the coffee shop.. the decor definitely is a good conversation starter. The barista (Stephanie) is a wonderful person. She recommended an iced coffee named Cafe Miel, and it was absolutely delicious. Well worth taking a trip here read more

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Got the agave latte and a ham & cheese croissant. Agave latte was delicious and not too sweet with it served at the perfect temperature (not scalding but just hot enough to drink right away). The ham & cheese croissant was fine too but I wish they could warm pastries there. The croissant was also wildly expensive, at $8-9 for a cold croissant. For those two reasons, I gave this place four stars. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Service was quick with decent inside and outside, and there's cool decorations inside![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Ham & cheese croissant, small agave latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Overall a pretty good coffee shop. Limited seating. Coffee is good but $$. Nice open, airy space. Gender Neutral bathrooms. Barista seemed a tad annoyed when I asked him about light roasts - so knocked off a star - staff could be a little more personable. read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I was in town visiting a friend and Dark Matter was described as the best coffee in Chicago. As a coffee snob, I said we must go. Saturday morning we set out for Dark Matter and it was well worth the journey. I ordered an iced Latté with honey (Miel I believe) and it was perfection. My friends ordered a mocha, and black coffee. We sat inside and caught up on life and discussed the weekend ahead. The space was large with tall floor to ceiling windows, and abstract artwork. Patrons came and went with families, dogs etc. I will definitely return to dark matter the next time I'm in town. read more

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Stopped in during the week mid day for coffee with some friends. Coffee was solid and [[HIGHLIGHT]]it was quiet and we were able to sit and enjoy for awhile.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Would go back if I ended up in the area again! read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Popped in after an appointment around the corner for a pick me up and couldn't be happier with that decision. Bright, airy space with Jason Brammer murals on the walls, lots of seating and great coffee. Plus I always appreciate latte art read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Agave latte w/an extra shot...yum! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Absolutely horrible. I got an iced mocha with oat milk and it tasted so sour. I only drank two sips before throwing it out. Boyfriend agreed. I would never recommend this place to anyone. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The only upside was the cups and decor were pretty.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was just ok. The barista was a bit impatient even though the place was almost empty read more

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Outstanding & Outlandish Coffee! Tantalize Your Coffee Senses Here! Service: 5/5 Environment: 5/5 Product: 5/5 Chances of returning: 5/5 Experience: Sometimes great things happen by chance. Stopping in for coffee within this place was one of them. I was looking for something new to try the morning I visited. Here, the interior decor screams urban industrial bando with dark undertones - appealing and inviting! While looking over the menu to choose a drink, it quickly became obvious that this was no place for ordinary coffee. Sincerely, it was easy to feel a bit undecided and reluctant to order something different; however, I wanted something new that morning. You will notice from the menu that their specialty drinks are made with agave and ginger, and spiced with cinnamon, rosemary, sage, cayenne, cardamom, cloves, black pepper - check out the menu! The coffee here strays from the beaten path! I wasn't sure what to order. For occasions such as this, I often make it a point to identify myself as a first-time customer and ask what the most popular drinks are. The barista welcomed me and my family, named the popular drinks and described how they were personal favorites and why. In response, I selected one of the recommended drinks: the Iced Mayan Mocha. It was superb! There are many intriguing specialty drinks created here and I would certainly come back to try them all. Tantalize your coffee senses here! If you decide you rather stay in your comfort zone and order that vanilla latte, they got you covered. Dark Matter serves the everyday favorites too. Enjoy! read more

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Definitely a dope spot to check out! Love the aesthetics of this coffee shop and there are some spots to sit down and do work. The menu is super simple and straightforward, with various options for cold brew and nitro cold brew. I love that they order dark matter coffee, anything you pick is going to be delicious and unique! Service has always been quick and superb. read more

Dark Matter Coffee - a hand holding a cup of iced coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Love this coffee shop. All of their more specialty drinks are creative and so delicious. I also loved their iced tea (they can make any of their teas iced). My husband also had an empanada the last time we went and said it was delicious. Service is always kind here & again, so many great drink options. read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Wanted to have a cup of coffee after my chiropractic visit and saw this wasn't too far away. Decided to stop in to do a little work as well. Place is nice with a few tables but seems more like a grab and go kind of place. It's street parking where you pay at the pay box so if you plan to be there a while you'll be paying a few bucks to park. I wish they would've offered to warm my croissant but I don't think they are able to do that so I knocked off a star because of it. Otherwise it's a nice place and I love Dark Matter Coffee so I would come back if I'm in the area read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Been wanting to check this place out for a long time. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Went on a Friday and it was very busy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered one maya mocha and a nitro coffee. The maya mocha was fantastic. The nitro coffee was very strange and didn't have that slight nitration I was expecting it was very flat and tasted very strange. Would be helpful to taste it next time before purchasing. read more

A good place for coffee. Dark Matter has a few locations and this one is referred to as Meddle. It doesn't have much room inside so it's mostly takeout. Hard to find a table because there's so few. There's lots of cool artwork to check out. I like the Agave Latte. It's $4.75 for a medium. This is made with chocolate and cinnamon and pretty sweet. It's good with non dairy milk. Options include almond, coconut, and oat. Also there's a few things to eat. Mostly granola bars and those kinds of things. I like a Tao Bar. It's about $2 each. They have a few flavors. Coffee is the main thing here of course. It has a few muffins and pastries There's not a lit or room inside so expect it take stuff out with you. read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Agave Latte And Tao Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great spot for a coffee chat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Modern space with its own style.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Great coffee, have had both cold brews and lattes here. Friendly service. read more

Dark Matter Coffee - 12oz latte. Very tasty and loved the latte art. Great baristas here. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I stopped by this coffee shop on my way to HMart. The sign caught my eye and so did the inside. My eyes were attracted to all the artwork on the walls. This coffee shop's aesthetic is different from most which I appreciate. It seems like a really cool cafe to meet up with a friend to enjoy a cup of coffee and some delicious pastries. I liked that they had novelty items for sale. They even had tiny coffee/espresso cups which I thought was too cute. I can't remember the name of the coffee I ordered but I do know it had agave in it. The drink was silky smooth. It was great to have on a cold morning running errands. I also ordered a pistachio flavored donut. It was the perfect match to have with my coffee. The person on the register was friendly and even gave me a punch card so I can have a reward after so many punches. I definitely plan to go back and try more flavors. read more

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I attend law school just around the corner from Meddle, so I stop by here every once and a while to grab some caffeine before hitting the library. The baristas are all really friendly and work really efficiently despite often being short staffed. They've got service down to a science! The drinks are all good and I appreciate the variety of non-dairy milks, although they will set you back a little extra. Pricing is a little on the high side for my student budget, but the quality is good, so I highly recommend stopping in for a treat now and again. read more

Dark Matter Coffee - a hand holding a coffee cup - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A short walk from Union Station. I stopped in before catching my train. The service was great and the barista recommended the vanilla suburb nitro cold brew coffee. It was delicious and I added some half and half. The space has plenty of seating for working or meeting others. read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Vanilla Suburb Nitro cold brew with half and half - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The Agave coffee is really creamy and not too strong. The cinnamon flavor is a little bit too mild for my taste and the coffee is not as hot as I like. The overall experience is still great. Finding a place right next to the Union Station for a great cup of coffee is not easy to find. read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Agave Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Loved everything about this place! Service was friendly and fast, Coffee was perfect, not too sweet, rich and flavorful and the vibe was wonderfully eclectic. Was perfect to have a coffee before jumping on the train at Chicago Union Station! read more

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This place has the best espresso. Unicorn blood all the way! Highly recommended. Nice work