I'll start by saying I'm thankful they open at 6am to help fuel the start of a long day. I stopped in for a delicious coffee and I like the spicy coffee options. My gripe here is they don't offer almond milk so I had a to settle for a drip because excessive oat and whole milk don't do well for me. I would have loved to get the spicy option just didn't want my day to start off bad I also like that they offer ample donut options. While they don't make them in house (do rite) I appreciate it. My visit to the mothership location they were great. Today the fritter was dry and tasted stale. I can't hold dark matter 100% accountable but suppliers should know their standard and only provide top tier products. Over all I would go back with said issues in mind and enjoy another drip. Maybe even a little whole milk depending on the day. read more

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Really good drinks especially dirty chai and the hot chocolate. London fog tea was not the best. Great staff and cool vibes. read more

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We stopped by because we were in the neighborhood. I've been to several other Dark Matter Coffee shops and they always have great artwork and great coffee. We tried the Vanilla Suburb Nitro and the Agave Latte. The nitro was good, but definitely bitter so if that's not your thing you probably won't like it. The Agave Latte was sweet and creamy. I preferred that one a bit more. The place has plenty of seating but not many outlets, so make sure your laptop is charged if you plan on staying for a while. read more

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I have been coming here for over 6 years now and this has been my favorite place to go to for coffee a reason. The agave latte is a must try for those who haven't had it. read more

My husband and I liked the coffee we got from the Mothership so much that we chose to swing by another location the following day to try their signature cold brew. Just as delicious, and left us both very caffeinated. The baristas here were just as friendly and passionate. Decor and neon signs were on point. Very happy to have been able to try while we're out here! read more

This coffee shop will have you feeling Electric! I've been here several times over the past few years and my rating still holds. I stopped in here on a weekend and there was a steady stream of customers. They have a good amount of seating and offer mugs if you get your coffee to stay! The inside is very quirky with the fun lighting and mural; very much the vibe of Dark Matter Coffee. We got Nitro Cold Brew (really good) and cappuccino with oat milk (also very solid). They offer a range of dairy milks (and available on the bar for you to use). Three coffees came out to ~$15 which in this city is super solid! The staff is really great and quick (they even made some really cool latte art!) Overall, I would definitely recommend stopping in and getting stuck in this mud! read more

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I've had Dark Matter before at their spot near my office in the West Loop, but this was my first time checking out the Western Ave location and I had an amazing experience! I went with the cold brew, and honestly, it might be my favorite in the city. Perfectly smooth, strong without being bitter, and under $5, which is rare these days. The barista was super friendly and helpful, which made the visit even better. I'll definitely be stopping by again whenever I'm near the Western station for my caffeine fix! read more

Basing this interview solely on the Rajas Empanada that I had. I loved it overall and thought it was very tasty. The outside breading was not insanely thick so there was a good amount of stuffing. I liked the hotsauce too. I do wish it was a bit crispier on the outside because that would've given it the last bit it needed to be perfection. read more

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Dark Matter has some of Chicago's best coffee and this location was no exception. They also had breakfast tacos which were outstanding. I had the egg potato and cheese taco along with my Americano. Prompt, friendly service and delicious product. Excellent. read more

I ordered the Mayan Mocha and it was perfect. Very caffeinated and not too sweet. One of the best Mayan Mocha's I've had; it had a strong flavor but not too overpowering where you can't taste the coffee. I love the unique drink options and will definitely come back to try them. The workers are very welcoming and take their time to make the drinks. read more

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Dark Matter Coffee is always tasty. The fun environment just adds to the experience. This is the first location I've been to, and I'm sure it won't be the last. Staff are chill and polite, donuts were fresh and delicious. read more

Dark Matter is awesome! This is the second location I visited. I was recently on a weekend trip to Chicago and was able to meet up with one of my high school best friends on my way out of town. We met here at Dark Matter for a couple of hours and had a great time. The vibes and decor here are great! The staff was super friendly- you can tell they have plenty of regulars. To drink I had the Mayan Mocha which was iced and I added oatmilk. It was really good because they have great quality coffee that is really delicious - but the flavors didn't come out how I had hoped. The Mayan mocha has chocolate, agave, cayenne, and cinnamon. If I were to return I would get this again but ask for a bit more spices. I also had a vegan chocolate donut. It was delicious- couldn't even tell it was vegan. Overall we had a great time and would definitely return! read more

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Went there this morning with my husband. Barista was pretty rude but the rest of the staff were very nice. Coffee was ok. Not the best compared to other dark matter locations. Had some merch I hadn't seen in other places tho. read more

Another place around here that has this great coffee. Dark Matter has this shop called the Electric Mud. It's hard to know what this name means, but it sounds cool though. Basically there's only this one small room for a few customers if that, and the menu is small also. That doesn't mean it's bad of course, as the coffee is the most important part. Came here recently one morning and got some coffee and one of the few things they had as food. It has about the same menu at all locations. There's not a whole lot to choose from, but it's good no matter what kind of coffee you get though. It has several choices of cold and hot brews. The best one so far is the Agave Latte. It's about $4 for a regular cup. That's kind of overpriced but it's still not as bad as other places. It's made with agave, almond syrup, dark chocolate, and the Matter Cinnamon Blend. Mostly the food options are only the Taos Bakes bars, which are good to munch on between sips. It's about $3 each. These come in a few vegan flavors and these are also fairly healthy. Good stuff as far as coffee. It's kind of expensive for the amount you get which is the worst thing about it. There needs to be some more food options but the Taos Bakes bars are good for morning snacking. read more

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If you know anything about coffee and espresso, this is not your spot. Watching the barista pull shots was traumatizing for the soul. This place said screw dialing in, let's make a mess.. let's not weigh our coffee grounds.. let's even out the portafilter by pushing off the access grounds with the back of our pinky finger... let's not rinse the machine after each pull. I feel like Dark Matter rules Chicago. I'm visiting from LA, and I guess we're just spoiled on the west coast. But definitely expected more. Got the Wake and Bake and it was mid. read more

Same dark matter deliciousness but with blues guitar vibes. They have great snack selection but not as much seating as star lounge. Always a good idea. read more

Great vibe, kind staff, clean location, quick service and delicious coffee. The regular coffee is piping hot and smooth. Dropped a star because my husband got the specialty bourbon coffee latte and it just didn't taste good. Too much bourbon flavor, not enough sweetness, all in all just not great. Plain coffee is where it's at! Plus though baked goods looked awesome. read more

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The only place for high quality coffee products! Highly recommended! Extremely knowledgeable about coffee! read more

I stopped by here to get my morning coffee before running errands as I am a huge fan of dark matter coffee. I got the vanilla suburbs natural cold brew and it gave me the kick I needed after not getting a good night sleep and having to be up early. This coffee shop is located right off the western line which makes it really convenient if you are taking public transport and stop here. The quality of the coffee is strong. The service is always nice and quick. I definitely want to try one of their signature latte flavors next time. read more

Dark Matter Coffee - Electric Mud Coffee Bar - Vanilla suburbs cold brew - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Atmosphere and staff are 12/10. This is the coolest spot to spend some time. Enjoy the great tunes playing, 3D art popping out of the wall, and gorgeous murals. The coffee was top notch but does have a very unique profile that is maybe not for everyone. If you're a coffee snob this might be the place for you. read more

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I've been in Chicago for three days and for three days in a row I've come here for my morning coffee! I have quite a drive for what I am in town for and this is the only none national brand coffee shop open in the area early enough for me to go to and I'm so happy that it's this spot! I have really liked the iced coffee I've gotten the past two days and the almond croissants and amazing! I really love that they have oat milk out on the stir-in counter. I have never seen that at another shop - such amazing customer service to have an non dairy option for everyone! The staff has been very kind and attentive the past three mornings. I will absolutely come again next time I'm in town! read more

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The atmosphere is cute very close to public transportation however they do not! Have dark roast coffee. They brew medium to light roast.

I was staying at my friends across the street and I needed a quick caffeine fix. She recommended Dark Matter. It was busy inside and it's pretty small. I ordered a dirty chai. It was ok. There was a flavor in it I felt like I couldnt put my finger on. Their pastries looked good but I didn't try one. The drink was fine and I guess did the trick. Maybe I'd go back and try something else because she really loves this place. read more

I really don't like stepping into coffee shops. I'm not a big coffee drinker and if it's a place that takes their coffee seriously like DM does it seems intimidating to walk in and say "I don't drink coffee." Walking into a place where you don't like their flagship product isn't a good start. So, with that in mind I have no idea why I walked in the first place. But I did and I told the barista, "I don't drink coffee, what other options are there for me?" She didn't skip a beat and pointed out the teas they have available. "Can I get it iced?" because why not add another burden? I ended up getting their green tea iced, and they brewed it on the spot, let it steep and then poured it into a cup with ice and then added some more. It took a little time but it was appreciated, having a batch of pre-made iced tea isn't bad, but it can sit for too long and get super bitter. Here, I got the slightly floral notes from the tea and was able to get the flavor of it and not just a caffeine hit. The next time though, I'll ask for a little less water during the steeping process, because after a while it watered down so much I couldn't appreciate the flavor of it. read more

First time here and won't be my last. I enjoyed the barrel-aged mocha latte in the other store and asked if they had that here, they did not have that but said they can make it, which they did from hot expresso with a cup of ice. In essence, they made that drink without any milk which in my mind was what I wanted from the start. Prices was decent for the ask and service was impeccable. I will be back for more and there is plenty on free parking nearby. read more

This is my favorite coffee ever. It's so smooth and delicious I barely need to add any sugar. I got an iced latte which was just as fun to drink as it was to watch the barista whip up. There is not much seating compared to other locations. Also I was disappointed with food selection (again compared to other locations). Peking was a little tricky since the neighborhood parking is for permit holders only. They seemed to have only a few donuts left by the time we got there around 11 AM. The coffee is so good I still have to give it five stars. read more

barrel aged mocha half caf is so fire!!!! lovely lovely workers and vibe :) thanks y'all ! read more

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Swanky Bucktown outpost of the now famous Dark Matter Coffee crew. Full selection of coffee drinks in a funk-cozy little coffee nook. Some pastry and food options as well. Not a ton of seating. read more

EXCELLENT COFFEE. Truly some of the best. Plus their staff are all very friendly and will gladly walk you thru their options.

Love Dark Matter Coffee. Exceptional Mocha's where the taste permeates throughout the whole cup with consistency of taste from top to bottom. barista's perform great artwork with the foam despite my love of oat milk. (Non-dairy is more difficult to create an artful foam top) Unicorn Blood Espresso is a go to for whole bean to use at home. Very consistent roast and taste. I keep coming back because it's so good. read more

Delicious coffee with a fun atmosphere inside! Checked it out on a whim and really loved the music they played inside. Perfect way to relax on a hot day with the iced coffee and will return! read more

How I came across this cafe is actually really bizarre. My friend had to drop me off in this area and I was waiting for my Uber outside this cafe. Then I felt like I was getting approached by a creepy stranger and i basically walked away from the stranger and into this cafe as casually as possible. I ordered a cup of iced coffee (tasted like it was dark roast with some acidity- really nice cup of iced coffee). Then my Uber arrived so I left the cafe with my coffee. Got home safely and enjoyed my coffee!! The only "downside" was that this was a very strong cup of coffee so I was jittery the whole afternoon. But better stronger than weaker! read more

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Immaculate vibes, great service, great coffee! I love this place. I got a vanilla suburb nitro, it was very strong and bitter which is just the thing for me. read more

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Was told that Electric Mud's coffee is super strong and that their mochas are super delicious. Finally stopped in and confirmed that both were true! Good vibes, great coffee. I love all the vine-y pothos hanging from the ceiling. Lots of natural light streaming into the cafe. read more

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3 shots in one basket of espresso HELLLL YEAH! great vibes, great coffee, great space, great place. I have been charged different prices for the same drink... like 3 prices, but it doesn't bother me. read more

Praise Be! :-D {inspired by Handmaiden's Tale} xo As always, Coffee is great. The Girls are great too oozing with killer kindness and knowledge. ;) Smooth OLD DANK NIC! 3 tbsp for 10 oz pour over. Thank you Ladies for the recommendation. I shall be back for more. read more

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I loved it in here. The baristas were very friendly and helpful. I loved my nasal chai latte. It was perfect! There was also a selection of pastries both savory and sweet. It also looks like they have breakfast tacos on the weekends. It was bright, colorful and full of plants. For a Chicagoan in the winter it felt so nice. The cafe is music themed with music stands for menu signs. It's a small spot but people filter in and out, so it wasn't too crowded. There's a long bench across a wall to wait for your drink or park your stroller to hang out with a toddler. It was just a nice experience all around. read more

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Atmosphere, coffee, and staff all 5/5. We're Corona-quarantining but still trying to (safely) patronize local businesses as much as possible. We stepped into Electric Mud for the first time and were dazzled by the decor (yes I took a few pictures for social media). I was so impressed with the social distancing steps they've taken including markers for how far apart people can safely line up. Asked the barista for a recommendation and he told us to try a mocha with barrel-aged espresso. It more or less changed my life ;) now it's my new coffee obsession. Barista was very knowledgable about the coffee and the company, and was also friendly and positive, which is such a bright spot in these dark days of COVID-19 and social distancing. Pay this place a visit ASAP, especially if you need a safe trip out of the house during lockdown! read more

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Oh man, I had the most delicious coffee but cannot recall the name. It was Oro something; chocolate, heat, espresso and cinnamon? I wish I could remember but man, what a buzz and such good flavor. A uber cool vibe. LOVED it at the cafe. read more

The people that work here are rude AF. I've been here twice and have been basically yelled at both times. First, because there's only one person allowed in at a time and I came in behind someone, second because I didn't order at the "right spot." Jeez read more