Great vibe. Small, comfortable, and easy place to get some work done or just talk over a coffee. Honey cinnamon latte was good. Quick and friendly staff. read more

Disappointed that Dollop has not improved at all. Came here recently to give it another chance since it has been awhile; ordered a matcha latte, one of my faves, but it fell flat here. There was way too much milk and I had to mix it altogether because as soon as the ingredients were in the cup the barista handed it to me. I was hoping to grab a bite as well but all they had were two donuts and $5 Rx bars. The seating was not comfortable either. I won't be back. read more

I usually don't want to write bad reviews however, this had been a constant issue. I have been going to this place for a while and every time I go, I always get treated differently from others. To preface I am a person of color and I always leave a tip. When I order and receive my order the staff is rude and they have an attitude towards me. At first I bushed it off because everyone has their days however, after multiple times I have realized that this was becoming a regular thing. When I go to order I see that others in line do not get the same treatment. They are mostly white. I am not the only person of color that experienced this type of racism at this cafe. I have had friends and family experience the same rudeness. I am very disappointed because I actually do enjoy the bagels and coffee but the experience does not make it worth it. read more

After dinner at Bombay Wraps across the road, I suggested post-meal coffee fix to my hubby. I knew Dollop Coffee & Tea was in a close proximity, and they open until 2100 hour, unlike many downtown coffee shops that would close at 1800 hour or open no later than 2000 hour. I walked in, quickly browsed through the menu, and found my target of interest! "Awesome, they have Mexican mocha with cayenne." I always love the "Ipsento" at Ipsento in Bucktown by the CTA Western Blue Line station (O'Hare branch). Cayenne pepper is the key ingredient in a cup of "Ipsento." Thus, I was excited to see it on the menu here at Dollop. Dollop Coffee & Tea uses Metropolis Coffee, one of my favorite local coffee brands (other than Dark Matter). They have a high-ceiling dining room, with a plenty of chairs, high stools, and power outlets. My plan was to take it to-go, yet I changed my mind since the ambiance appeared to be relaxing to stick around and watch some sophisticated downtown-dwellers passing back and forth. My Mexican mocha was delicious, but the cayenne pepper was a bit too strong to my liking. Perhaps my taste bud was somewhat skewed since I had some Indian food with distinct spices used in the food I just consumed. Nevertheless, I was very glad I could end my work day with a cup of quality coffee. I remember my last visit to a Dollop Coffee & Tea (Lakeview location) wasn't as spectacular, but I think I've had a better experience with this Streeterville location this evening. As always, I'm a die-hard supporter of local businesses, and I will certainly advocate Dollop Coffee & Tea to anyone who wants "coffee," not diluted, mysterious brown H2O like you see at a place with an initial "DD." read more

Dollop Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Quick and fast service. Coffee wasn't expensive. Convenient location and their shop has some good seating. Would recommend

I am a big fan of this location. Always great service, and my beverages always taste delicious. I make a note to stop here whenever I'm in the Streeterville neighborhood. read more

Great place to have breakfast at the Ohio street. With very few vegetarian options being the downside, we went for a veggie sandwich, a brown sugar almond cake, and Cortado. The sandwich tasted good and fresh. However, it had an unusually large piece of red pepper. But the rest of the veggies came together very nicely with the bread. Muffin was great. Not very sweet - just right. Cortado, however, wasn't so great as we have had better ones before. The place is quite busy in general but not so much of wait compared to other known places for breakfast in the vicinity. The staff is quite friendly and quick on service. Seating can be improved as most of the seating here is high chairs. Overall, a good and less crowded place to have a decent breakfast. read more

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I happened to pass Dollop on my way to Yolk the other morning and it looked cool from the outside, bookmarking it because of the four-star average rating... but, sorry, can't agree with the overall assessment. The drip coffee: Not anything out of the ordinary and not particularly strong. (The complimentary Illy dark roast being served in my hotel lobby was far better.) My banana nut muffin: Looked enticing, but had a dense, gummy consistency with a bad mouth-feel. The service: Aloof. Let me offer one word of advice - if you don't say hello or thank you, you also shouldn't put a payment screen in front of me asking for a tip. The plus is the tall open space, with seating you can hang out in for a while - but, otherwise, seems like Dollop could use an extra dollop of something. read more

Purely mediocre coffee shop - there's so many options in Chicago that in my opinion Dollop just doesn't hit the spot. I stopped by around 11am on a Sunday and there was a short line, but there were a lot of people waiting for drinks. I ordered an iced vanilla latte and an iced honeybee latte (one of their specials). It took about 15 min to get my drinks which was longer than expected for coffee that wasn't anything special. Maybe I'll feel different after trying some of their hot coffee, but their iced versions were bland and meh. Personally, I'd pass on this if you're unsure, but you do you! read more

Great service great coffee and great food! Definitely will come back to visit when I'm in town

Found this cute coffee shop a few blocks from the Navy Pier. Honey cinnamon Latte--got it without the recommended almond milk and it was still pretty good Mossy Oak-- if you are into matcha lattes but need a little more of a kick, this is a great choice. Could be sweeter though. We ended up adding 2 packets of cane sugar in our iced drink read more

The honey cinnamon latte is my favorite drink here. I recently got the Nutella mocha and was slightly disappointed by that one. It just wasn't as rich as I was hoping it to be. They also have some food options, such as sandwiches, bagels and pastries. It's a great place to just stay all day to do some simple work. I love that there is plentiful seating and many outlets for charging. The seats are a little bit uncomfortable, I have to admit. It is a little loud (with chatter and music), so maybe not the best place to go if you really want to concentrate. But it seems like a great place for group meetings, or if you like some buzz in the background while you work. I love the large windows, the bright and cozy feeling interior. It's also great that they still open until 7 even on weekends. read more

Veryyy good honey cinnamon latte (almond milk + extra shot) ! Super cozy on our walk by the water this morning. And staff was super friendly, in a clean environment. read more

Dollop Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Very good coffee. Nice service. Chill ambiance. My croissant was the only weak point.

A rare find of a quality coffee shop downtown, I was pleased to stumble upon Dollop. It is I fact the only coffee shop that is worth a review within a 5 block radius of my office downtown. The options are numerous, from espresso drinks, to Chemex, to Aeropress coffee, the place has a vibe of having their snuff together. I have been here several times now, and according to yelp I am what they call a regular. The cappuccino here is lacking. Micro-foam is just ok as you can see in one of my pictures. The lattes have been much more consistent. Most recently I went for a Pumpkin latte which was good. Not too sweet as to dominate the flavor of the espresso. I like the atmosphere and it always seems like their is a cool cat kind of crowd here. Given that it is all there is around these parts I would call myself a fan. read more

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Famous Dollop Coffee of Chicago!! Fantastic joint, ordered the Mexican Mocha with an extra shot because it had been a long Friday night. Absolutely delicious, the 3 spice blend really hit the spot on a rather rainy Chicago morning. Wonderful vibe and kind staff, absolutely a great place to bring any friend visiting Chicago for the first time. Very close proximity to all tourist attractions of the city downtown. read more

Dollop Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Good location, just a few blocks off of Michigan. Friendly staff and a very open feel. Music cast a funky vibe to the atmosphere. Coffee was delicious and they offer multiple sandwiches and danishes if you are looking to eat. I will be back for more. read more

Dollop Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Visiting Chicago, and looking for a breakfast place. This cafe isn't my first pick though. But Surprisingly, the cappuccino is good, and the bagels with cream cheese is delicious. They have some outdoor seating which seems to be nice. For sure will come back again. Taking out one star because of the lack of choice in pastry. read more

Dollop Coffee - Cappuccino - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

First time trying this coffee place. I always pass by here but never get he chance to go in and try out there coffee. My boyfriend and I were staying at the hotel nearby and decided to go grab a quick coffee there instead of starsbuck all the time. We both got honey cinnamon latte. The first sip wasn't bad a bit too creamy for me since I usually drink black. It's a nice taste would recommend friend who love latte to try it out. read more

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Great atmosphere! Flew into chicago and knew I had to try this place! My company and I had the white chocolate, vanilla latte, iced vanilla matcha, and matcha latte. All very good! I only wish I had asked for less sweetener because it is overpowering! read more

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I believe this is a coffee shop chain in Chicago and you must go to one when visiting. They have a list of syrups for your latte - I got the Lavender Latte! Tons of room to sit, work or study! The latte was amazing - we sat on the couch and relaxed for a couple of minutes before we continued our adventure to Navy Pier. I want to try their food as the menu looked amazing - I'll be back! read more

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A wonderful little coffee shop within walking distance of my hotel! I opted for a soy latte (my usual). The barista asked if I wanted any flavorings and pointed me to a long list of options. At her suggestion, I went with the honey cinnamon. It was DELICIOUS! Now I need honey and cinnamon in all my lattes! They had a good assortment of pastries, too. I went with a bagel with cream cheese. They had several bagel varieties and an option to make a bagel sandwich with lots of different cream cheese and topping options. Would definitely recommend Dollop if you need to grab a quick breakfast on-the-go. read more

Service was good and friendly. I was just there a little while on vacation, but I could see myself spending hours in here doing work.

Worked remotely from Dollop and enjoyed their tea and a bagel for the morning. Good wifi, calm morning (not too loud or crowded), and nice staff with a variety of seating options. I liked the seating space by the windows and there was no shortage of plugs, either. read more

Modern chic interior. Simple neutral and woody tones throughout. High ceilings. Wooden counter set tall tables. Floor to ceiling glass windows. A simple menu with a few selection of sandwiches you can customize, and also a small selection of pastries as well. Their focus I think is more on the coffee, and maybe their housemade fruit preserves. I got a latte and turkey sandwich on a baguette. Both filling and satisfying for an ultra cold Chicago morning! read more

Dollop Coffee - Large latte - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Overview: amazing food and drinks, great prices, good atmosphere. Our group got a variety of drinks from hot tea to iced coffee and they were all extremely delicious. The make your own bagel is great with several different bagels, including garlic, herb, plain and more, spreads, goat and regular cream cheese, and toppings like avocado, tomatoes and cheese to choose from. The herb bagel is delicious and their portions are awesome. I got a garlic bagel with cream cheese, regular cheese and onion. It was really good! They also sell lunch sandwiches all day and it comes with a pickle and a very small but yummy side of potato salad. They made our food and drinks pretty quickly and were able to wrap them up to go. The atmosphere was very comfortable and had a typical coffee shop feel. read more

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My go to coffee place when I'm in the Streeterville area. Good/stable wifi, nice selection of coffee, tea, and specialty drinks (actually, they have a pretty extensive specialty drink menu), and people here come to get work done. With this being said, you can expect some quiet time here minus the once-in-a-while large group that grabs drinks and leave shortly after. There are plugs galore, so you can stay here for as long as you please. Baristas are not too overly friendly, but they do their best to provide you with quality drinks and service. Come here if you want to get work done in a semi-quiet environment and appreciate nice interior design to go along with your coffee/work experience. read more

Dollop Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Stopped by here to get a drink after eating at M Burger. Very spacious coffee place. Exceptionally high ceiling with lots of sunlight from the glass windows. The lavender vanilla latte is amazing! Not too sweet with the vanilla. The lavender is subtle but noticeable enough - awesome drink. House coffee is great, fresh, bold, and full bodied. One thing I find interesting is that there is only one restroom for the entire store, which is quite large in size, compared to the coffee shops I've visited. I mean one for both genders. And the condition is not pleasing at all. Anyway, the drinks we've ordered are good and atmosphere is nice. We'll come again if we happen to be in this area next time. read more

Dollop Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We had a quick weekend away & were staying close by, we ended up at Dollop two evenings in a row and both times we were the only customers. Which, I enjoyed! Although it seems to be much busier in the morning and close to lunch time. The space was trendy & a bit industrial and the staff was very friendly, which was a huge plus. Nothing worse than coffee snobs! :) My husband ordered hot chocolate and absolutely loved it. I had a mexican mocha- it definitely had quite the kick to it going down the throat, not really my style. I also tried a vanilla lavender latte, I believe is what it was called, and it didn't have too much flavor. I was hoping to really taste those notes of vanilla & lavender. All in all, I would go back and try something new. Good vibes. read more

Dollop Coffee - Hot chocolate & mexican mocha. - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great service but the matcha tea was not properly mixed and was grainy, sitting at the bottom of the drink. read more

Dollop Coffee - The front of the store - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Dollop on Ohio is my favorite coffee shop in the city! I have been going there for years. Not only is the coffee great, but I love when I am greeted by my favorite barista and manager, Elizabeth. She is always happy and has the best energy! It makes my day! read more

Cute coffee shop with great coffee and employees are friendly will definitely come back when I'm in Chicago read more

Dollop Coffee - two cups of coffee on a table - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Okay but not great. Texture was bubbly, and the espresso was a bit over roasted and on the bland side. No art. read more

I asked the baristo for iced but he gave me hot it was $6 for a sip of coffee. Then added wrong milk to other coffee and was rude abt changing the milk. Then another individual caressed the cup and proceeded to put on the lid with his covid infected flanges. Did not remake the drink or change the infected cup. Worst service very sad was looking forward to coming here don't go here. read more

Dollop Coffee - Hot coffee - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Ok place to grab some coffee and get some work done. Not my preferred coffee shop to study at, but I live right across the street, so very convenient for me. There are a couple large tables, seating about 10 people at max each. There are two bar seating areas against the windows. A few couches and armchairs. And then a couple tables for two people. On the weekends it can be pretty crowded, so it might be difficult to get a big group in here. Usually, if I'm studying by myself, I can find a place to sit. many of the chairs are wobbly and not the most comfortable. Some of the tables are tall enough to be standing-desk-height, which is great for those who don't like to sit when they work, or would like options. Coffee is fine, tea is good. Sandwiches are ok. I don't think any of the items they serve are extraordinary. Main complaint is that no matter what season, it's always freezing in there. I often have to wear my actual coat from outside in doors. Does not make me the most productive studier when I'm shivering. One good thing is that they have two walls with full windows, so there is a lot of natural light that gets in. read more

Dollop Coffee - Jasmine green tea - Cafes Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Service was friendly and quick! The fresh bagels are really worth a try - baked goods too. Cortado was pretty good too.

Casual vibe, excellent drinks (cappuccino and iced vanilla latte), and pleasant employees. Very acceptable wait time. Better than Starbucks.

Dollop Coffee has a lot of charm; I really enjoy both the coffee and the variety of options on the menu. Every time I visit the line is never more than a few people long. The baristas are quick, yet efficient. I've always been impressed with the balance of the drinks. I've tried both the soy latte and the Nutella Mocha. The Nutella Mocha is my favorite! Once I tried it, it became my go-to. It's creamy, smooth, and rich. The sweetness level is actually perfect - you get a little bit of the sweetness from the Nutella, but the coffee and non-sweetened milk balances it out nicely. The cafe always seems full, but I never end up having a hard time finding a seat. This seems to be a favorite study/work spot for a lot of people. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting. There are both big and small wooden tables, a couch, and two arm chairs. As other people mentioned previously, the crowd is mixed and there are plenty of outlets. Free Wifi is always a plus. I don't even live in Streeterville and yet I find myself visiting this cafe often. It's definitely worth checking out Dollop Coffee! :) read more

Spacious and has a great seating area for studying / WFH. They also have a plentiful seating area outside too! Cappuccino was decent too!

Pretty cool modern / trendy coffee shop in the heart of Streeterville that seems to always be busy. Free wifi and plenty of seats but somehow always difficult to find somewhere to grab a spot as just about everyone in here seems to be trying to get some work done. Aside from that, definitely a go to spot to grab a cup of joe if I don't feel like making coffee at home. They serve up all the classics from your standard cup of coffee to americanos to lattes and cappuccinos, and even some specialties as I've read some have raved about their nutella mocha. As I recall they serve strictly Metropolis Coffee which is a local Chicago based coffee company. Pretty cool they keep it local and they even carry their whole bean coffee in bags if you'd like to take some for home. In addition, they also serve some assorted baked good and some assorted breakfast and lunch sandwiches if you get hungry. Anyways for the same price as as the big chain coffee shops, why not keep it local? Other than that not much else I got on this one. 'Til next time, cheers! 140/365 read more