Really cool place to get a great latte and breakfast right down in the loop…read more Cinnamon buns looked amazing. Latte and cereal granola bowl were really filling. Husband got a breakfast sandwich which was hearty. Long lines, limited seating.

I love the food here. The seating is a bit mayhem though. It's grab something when you see that…read moreit's open (cafeteria table style but with more rizz). The staff is always friendly and it's fairly easy to take GF and vegan friends here to eat. They actually have a few options which is nice. Price is about standard for Chicago lunch places that aren't fast food. If you're autistic or easily over stimulated be prepared to bring your tools and accommodations with you. (NT people seem to not be bothered but I've been driven to more than one meltdown by eating in at this place and trying to act "normal". IYKYK. I LOVE it, my brain just thinks we're dying in there. lol so I've taken to just getting to go orders and eating in a park or something)

AMAZING! Get the breakfast burrito!!!! A must try if you're…read morein the Chicago area. When visiting Chicago last week I was looking for coffee spots within walking distance of Grant Park and I found fairgrounds. I'm so glad I chose to stop in! The indoor seating area is small with one larger table, a single seat & table, and some bar like seats. I was able to snag the single seat with a small round table to myself. It was so cute inside and while I wish there was more indoor seating there was a lots of space to sit outside which I also enjoyed after finishing my food. I got the tahini caramel latte, the staff was very kind in helping me decide on a drink, I made a substitution to have it made with almond milk and it was delicious! So rich in flavor and a great coffee taste without being too sweet. Also you have to get the breakfast burrito with an extra side of salsa. I've never had a breakfast burrito and salsa like the one I ate at Fairgrounds and I'm still dreaming of it! The burrito was piping hot, had so many different bright flavors and the salsa on the side was very bright and fresh. Absolute 10/10

Cute coffee shop with little seating inside. Attached to a fancy hotel. Beautiful decor around you…read moreif you're able to sit. Service was fast. Selection of coffees were good and the coffee was great. I would definitely come back for more when I'm in town. Conveniently located right across the street from the bean.

This place was near our hotel so we tried it to brunch. I didn't realize this was like a franchise…read moresince I saw other stores like this throughout Chicago. Anyways - walking in they have kiosks to order your food. We took awhile ordering our food since this was our first time here. I got a turkey/ham baguette which was really large. I could only finish half and had to take the rest to go. Other folks got the egg dishes and they enjoyed it. Seating wise was at first hard due to limited space but after folks left we were able to sit and eat our brunch. I was expecting more French but it's more or a bare store being runned (Subways/togos etc. I would come again and the prices were reasonable.

I was in the area and decided to try this place for breakfast. I really liked the cafe... has a lot…read moreof natural light and a chic vibe, and it's close to Millennium Park. I ordered an iced mocha, an almond croissant, and the le chevre avocat tartine. I really enjoyed the coffee and the tartine in particular. I also noticed a few people working as there are power plugs, As I went in the morning, it was peaceful and quiet. I'd definitely come back to try more from the menu as this time it was a to -go order

Quick take: very quick process…read more This cafe was recommended by our hotel lobby front desk staff. I ordered an iced macchiato latte. Very good! Would have ordered again if I had more time.

I heard a lot about this coffee shop and was eager to try it. I got a 16oz vanilla latte with pumps…read moreof honey and I would rate it a 8.5/10. My friend got a matcha latte that she wasn't the biggest fan of, but as a someone who doesn't love the matcha taste, I enjoyed it. The server was nice and worked quickly to give us our drinks. Would recommend as a good place to wfh cause of the cute and quiet ambiance and interior.

Hanabusa Cafe is a cute spot. The café has a nice, airy atmosphere with a garden-inspired aesthetic…read morethat makes it feel bright and inviting. The menu is also pretty extensive, with everything from ramen and udon to small bites, soufflé pancakes, teas, and smoothies. I stopped in mid-morning during the week, and there were already quite a few people in the café. I decided to try the Strawberry Pancakes with the Strawberry Passion Fruit Lemonade. The pancakes are made to order, so expect about a 10-15 minute wait, depending on how busy they are. My tea arrived pretty quickly and had a really nice balance of strawberry and passion fruit. I could taste both flavors without one overpowering the other, which I appreciated. I've had soufflé pancakes before, so I knew what to expect. These were nice and airy and definitely passed the jiggle test. The strawberry topping was delicious and reminded me of a flavored whipped cream. It paired really well with the pancakes without being too heavy. Overall, I had a great experience at Hanabusa Cafe.

Had to try these pancakes you always see on tv…read more They do take a while to make but honestly it was worth the wait It's a cute little place nice for a date or to have a whimsical time I enjoyed these fluffy cakes so much Service was good

Way better than Goddess and the Baker right around the corner! No insane line, no overhyping, no…read morehustling to get through a silly (and not worth it) line. There's enough seating, but it could be improved. The drink "Grandma's Bag" is really delicious. This place's drinks are so much more yummy than its competitor!!

I stopped by Happy Monday Coffee on the way to the Art Museum for some quick caffeine. Very good…read morecoffee and great chill, moody ambiance. It was quiet (around 4 pm on Friday) and not too crowded. You order from a kiosk so not too much to add about service, but my oatmilk cortado was fantastic. If I lived here, it seems like a great little coffeeshop to come read, work, or I even saw someone crocheting. The downside was that it seemed they don't have public restrooms, which maybe makes it hard to sit and stay awhile despite the cozy environment.

Eggs, pancakes, fruit, toast, all you see was delicious. I Will definitely come again.read more

We had a long wait but the pancakes and brisket skillet were delicious! Worth the wait! Service was…read moregood. We didn't wait long at all once we were seated. And it's close to the Bean so you can do some exploring while waiting to be seated

Morning coffee and tea with a pastry! Two Raisin Danishes, a Grim Steeper, and a Applely Ever After…read morehot beverages.

Finally came back to check out a different drink. Ended up getting the London Calling Latte, which…read morewas much better. I have tried a latte with honey and sea salt before; that one I didn't like but this one was much better. Like last time, pretty fast & friendly service. Coffee place seems nice and calm; I would come back and work next time! Note: London Calling Latte is usually made with oat milk but I ordered mine with whole milk.

I'm torn on this review because the crepe was delicious, the storefront is very cute and has its…read moreown aesthetic but our service was lacking a bit. Sadly our server wasn't too friendly until we switched to another language. My goal isn't to get anyone in trouble as I know we all have off days. We got the strawberry banana Nutella crepe, cannot remember the name of it, and it was so delicious. There was only one other table being served when we arrived so it was overall quick service which worked for our afternoon. If you like sweets it's worth a stop here as they had a lot of options. Keep in mind that it's in a touristy spot so prices will be a bit higher.

As its name implies, every single item in this store is full of sugar. Heaven for pre diabetic…read more Hell for diabetics. Let me be more clear, everything is painfully sweet. Visit at your own risk.

Slow service Inside an apartment building. Which is not in…read moredescription of the coffee shop Very quiet Uncomfortable very low stools, difficult for elderly to sit or stand. Small table with 4 stools but its very small for 4 people to sit. Good for 2 or max 3 people The light globe in the center is bright and is uncomfortable for eye.. while talking across the table, it glares way too much in your eyes I dont think so I will go back again Coffee - we ordered 4 and all 4 were extremely sweet and none of us finished or enjoyed- everything went into trash

Last day in Chicago. Last Riverwalk. Last cappuccino because you know what time it is? it's midday…read more It's "CAP" time. Most every day midday my way cappuccino today. Enough alliteration. Time to taste my ritual coffee libation. Taste good. Robust flavor notes on the darker side. Silky creamy smooth foamy whole milk, layer on top. Got my midday CAP! Very cool coffee shop to check out. It's all glass enclosed. If you take a picture of the outside, you will see the tall skyscraper reflecting in the glass. Friendly service and lots of seating. Good coffee vibrations.