I have been excited about the addition of Bean Bar to our neighborhood in downtown Northbrook for a…read morewhile.  We finally had a chance to visit together before we went to the Art in the Park the Saturday of the Mother's Day weekend!  It totally justified all the hype! Given it was a Saturday, there was an annual art fair in the Village Green close by, and the Mother's Day weekend, we expected it to be very busy, and it was justifiable so.  There was a rather long line placing orders at the cashier, but it moved quickly.  There were many laminated menus for us to read while waiting in line.  The cashier was friendly, patient, and helpful in answering questions.  Our daughter ordered an Avocado Toast and a Berry Zen Refresher.  My husband and I found that a good idea, and each of us also ordered an Avocado Toast, although I had hoped that I got different types of dishes to photograph, lol.  Husband had a Cappuccino, and I had a large Iced Pistachio Latte (oat milk).  This simple brunch came up to $77.34 with tip, and it's worth it. All 3 Avocado Toasts were perfectly made.  All the ingredients were very fresh, although there wasn't a lot of seasoning, the taste of each ingredient worked well together to achieve a delicious dish.  I especially liked the over easy egg and the crispy edges of the warm toast.  My Iced Pistachio Latte was very good without being too sweet. Although the food and drinks were the star, the ambiance was so pleasing and relaxed that totally elevated the entire experience.  The dining room with high ceiling and chandeliers was spacious and beautiful.  There were many different types of seating for patrons -- big comfy couches, regular tables, high-tops, small booths, conference rooms with long table and chairs, small private rooms... not to mention about the large sheltered patio with many tables and seats!  As I have mentioned, we went at a busy time, there were not a lot of tables left for dining purposes, we opted for a high-top.  Even though the venue was almost filled to capacity, it still felt very airy and comfortable.  I could just chill there happily for half a day with my latte! However, there were small hiccups that fortunately did not ruin our first experience there.  My husband's and daughter's drink came out almost instantly after we sat down, but I had to chase down a staff (there's no servers except for the staff who delivered the dishes or cleaned tables) to tell him that my drink was missing.  I told him that it's supposed to be cold but with no ice.  He immediately got me a Pistachio Latte but with ice.  The cashier lady had specified no ice on when she placed the order for me, I talked to her about this and she offered to make me a new one, but I had already had a sip and didn't want to put the drink to waste, so I just kept it.  I later scooped out all the ice so that it did not dilute my drink, and it was good.  I must mention that the food came out in just 5 minutes even though the place was busy. Our high-top table wobbled when we used our knives and forks to cut the toasts, not a very big deal, but the restaurant could easily have that fixed as I am pointing it out now, It's one of the high-tops under the BB sign. This brunch kicked off a very happy Mother's Day weekend.  I was in a very good mood going to the art fair from Bean Bar.  We will definitely return to try the many other items on their menu.

This place is excellent. I work remote and you really cannot ask for a better place to work…read moreremotely l. The coffee is incredible, all the more so the ambiance. There's a wide selection of pastries and each one is more tempting than the last. This cafe really feels like it can be something out of a daydream. There's no doubt I'll be coming back

I tried the apple butter toast and it was amazing. The staff were very friendly and promptly took…read moreorders and delivered items to the tables. The atmosphere was the both great for meeting up with friends or reading your favorite book and having a coffee.

Consistent service for this coffee place whether you are at this location here in Glencoe or in…read moreWinnetka. I always get the same drink when I go and it is consistent.

Consistently great coffee and service! Great baristas who know their espresso machine well.read more

Tucked away in a cute row of eclectic shops just east of the Metra station is Astra. A good sized…read morespace with plenty of room to hang with your people. The service is fast and friendly, and the product quality is surprisingly good. We have been back several times for the chai latte. I will echo another comment I saw that the tables/floors/chairs looked like they need to be kept up with in regards to cleaning, I did note that while I was waiting for my order. Glad to have them in the neighborhood!

I went in as I was super excited to see a vegan bakery. It did not disappoint. The scones and…read moremuffins are big and have fresh fruit in them. It's hard to believe they are vegan because they don't have a weird texture or taste like some vegan products have. It's definitely come a long way and this bakery is keeping up! The owner is friendly and conversational. It's more of a grab and go place but definitely recommend for a nice little treat.

I came across this bakery when I was walking to a nearby coffee shop. Lately I've been buying more…read morevegan items for my children to avoid dairy. I was surprised by how many options they had. There were pastries and cakes - all vegan. My children chose chocolate marshmallow brownies. The employees let me sample the scraps of the brownie and it was super tasty. It is much pricier than your typical pastry - the two brownies cost me $29 after tip. Libby's Corner (a vegan Jamaican catering company) was visiting and we ended jp purchasing a large Cajun plate with 5 items (also for $29).

This is my first time visiting this cute coffee shop. They were very friendly. It wasn't very busy…read moreso it was nice and quiet. It was a great environment to work from or meet up with someone. They had an array of pastries ranging from vegan to sugar free. It looks like they also had sandwiches and chips. I ordered a white hot chocolate which is so yummy. I also got some of my favorite muffins from my Holcomb hollow which they sell. All in all I will surely be back.

This is a great addition to downtown HP! It's an airy, well lit, comfortable space, where you are…read morenot rushed and can sit and enjoy your coffee (or litany of pastries). My Wicked-themed coffee drink was delicious, served in an oversized mug, not overwhelming in vanilla flavor but more subtle. My friend liked her coffee as well, though I forgot what she ordered! There is a wonderful variety of food as well, including vegan and gluten free desserts. Everything here is very clean and well organized, like the table of garnishes (not sure what to call it - milk, stirrers, and such). The owner was very friendly and seemed glad to welcome everyone who dropped in.

Love the wings and sandwiches The bowls are good but not…read morehuge servings Will absolutely eat there again

Still fantastic. Friendly, fast, fresh and delicious. My go to spot for a quick dinner when I don't…read morehave time to cook.

When in the area, we had to make a stop by one of our local faves. We stopped by because I was in…read moreneed of matcha and absolutely love their strawberry matcha. My husband came with and saw croffles and it was a no brainer. We waited a few minutes for the croffle to come out, and it was so good. My little even devoured the strawberries, it was the perfect snack and treat for all! Can't wait to come back soon, we saw they had other flavors, and some fun new drinks.

Cute, cozy space with great drinks!! It's quite a hidden gem and I would recommend to everyone, I…read moregot a delicious matcha.

I forgot to take a photo of my food, but I ordered the oyster mushroom adobo tacos without the…read morecojita cheese since I am vegan. They came with guacamole, pickled red onion, cilantro, and lime, and salsas roja & verde on the side. I was surprised at how flavorful and delicious they were! I only used the salsa verde because the salsa roja looked like it might have dairy in it. The line to place an order went at a decent pace, and the food took about 15 minutes to arrive at my table. The dining area was packed the entire time I was there. The is one employee who cleans tables to make sure new customers quickly have a place to sit and eat. The staff here are cordial but not really friendly. The biggest complaint I have is that I would think a garden-view restaurant at the Chicago Botanic Garden would have a lot more vegan options. They have various vegetarian ones, but not vegan.

Poorly run. I went there with 4 family members on a Saturday. We ordered and they gave us a buzzer…read more After waiting 40 minutes we went back to check on our food and they said "we've been calling your name!" Then why the heck were we given the buzzer if we should have waited to be called?!! They got parts of the order wrong and when we reiterated what we ordered the counter service just said "here's your receipt" and told me if I wanted what I ordered I had to go pay for it. I walked away. In the end they fulfilled the correct order but after that amount of mishandling and aggravation it wasn't even worth the wait. Eat before or after visiting the Garden, but don't bother getting a meal at this Cafe.

Stopped by for a late lunch with my wife yesterday and we really enjoyed the place…read more An awesome little cafe for pastries or a light breakfast/lunch in downtown HP. I had a Caesar salad, my wife has the French onion soup and a grilled cheese and all items were solid. Also had the Chocolate chip cookies which were awesome. They have a ton of pastries that I look forward to trying down the line as well. Would definitely recommend.

I can't believe I haven't written a review for The Little French Guy yet, because it's truly one of…read moremy favorite spots to visit whenever I'm in the area. They even expanded to allow for more seating -- and honestly, it makes perfect sense because the food is that good. Everything here is amazing. Literally everything. The pastries are perfection, the French toast is unforgettable, the salads are fresh and flavorful, and the quiches are some of the best I've ever had. You can't go wrong no matter what you order. They are quick and efficient. I love this place, and I love coming back every chance I get. A must‑visit.

The cutest little coffee shop!! Delicious coffee, pastries and they even have Pan de Muerto for día…read morede los muertos! Staff is always so friendly and kind!! Seating is limited but have never had an issue!

This was such a cute restaurant and the people were so nice! We had the Lox cream cheese and…read moreavocado toast with smoked salmon. The salmon was hard to bite in some places because of the texture of the salmon that was placed on the toast. The chorizo breakfast burrito was excellent. It was stuffed and everything tasted great. I loved how much chorizo, egg, and hash brown was in there. I'd definitely have that over and over again. I also got the chai latte and it was delicious. Loved it