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Stopped in for a drink and it was so delicious!! Got to sit and do some work listening to their music. Lovely staff!! read more

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I love this place. My favorites are the green breakfast juice and the heavenly smoothie. They have some of the best juices and smoothies I've ever had. Fresh and delicious. The ambiance is great. Unfortunately, it is pretty out of the way for me. Today I arrived a few minutes before close (I recognize this is not ideal), and they had already locked the doors. Really disappointing. I hate that I can't rely on them to be open during their open hours. read more

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I love all the options they have on the menu. You can really make the smoothie your own based on what you want. It's very cute inside as well. The decor is funky and modern. I'd definitely say it's worth a visit if you are in the area. read more

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Got something for breakfast that was as the name says it is of course. Healthy And Simple is an unassuming place in Noble Square. It is locally owned and operated by a Mexican family so there's lots of exotic fruits to mix up. Has okay prices for the quality. There's açaí bowls and smoothies, as well as hot foods such as empanadas and tacos. Came at breakfast. It's a small place with a couple tables inside. There's all kinds of fruits to make a smoothie or a bowl as well as granola and other stuff. Hard to choose. It's $8 for the build your own smoothies. Got one with almond milk and a few fruits. These are just one option. It's about $11 for the Berry Açaí Bowl. This is made with açaí, apple juice, bananas, blueberries, pitaya, and strawberries. Good enough but it gets better. This is topped with bananas, coconut flakes, granola, and mango. Has a crap ton of fruits and other healthy foods. It's a healthy place to be sure. There's options for breakfast and later for vegans and vegetarians. read more

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Sarah V.

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Cute small shop right on ashland. Lots of fun signs telling you about the benefits of various ingredients you can choose for your juice/smoothie. Juices and smoothies are fresh and I found the prices reasonable for the size. Also have tamales and soups/sandwiches which is nice for a quick lunch. The hidden rockstar of the trip was the paleta; the mangonada one was super flavorful, and great for a quick summer treat!! read more

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Jessica W.

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Super cute spot on busy stretch of Ashland. Since it's started to feel like spring I've been on a juice/smoothie kick and this place has great options. Lot of fresh fruit and different blends of juices and smoothies as well as bowls. I also saw that they make paninis and breakfast sandwiches, I'll have to try their food in the future. I had a beet carrot grapefruit juice that was amazing. Friendly service too. read more

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Ordered a custom juice and it came out super quick and tasted very fresh! Cute family owned vibes and reasonable pricing.

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The only reason I give it a star is the customer service lady was decent although more Spanish speaking. This place is filthy with their juice and you have to be cautious with fresh vegetables sitting out. Rinsed the carrots tried to juice them all wet like negative ! The juice all watered down. Save $15-16 and go down the street to Sunlife , I didn't even bother to drink it. Xoxo Juice Snob read more

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Payal P.

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Stopped by here for juice and loved it. They have a Mexican menu as well so I was pleasantly surprised. We got a few different juices which all tasted really fresh. They have the ability to also make your own with a bunch of add-on options. I also got the egg sandwich on a croissant which was delicious! read more

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Post completion of my run, I searched yelp for smoothie places within a radius of me. I took interest in two smoothie places 'Sol Chicago' (ranked no. 5), and 'Healthy and Simple' (ranked no. 2) which were both located in an area that I frequently visit. I nearly chose Sol Chicago because of its low reviews but went with Healthy and Simple solely because I figured parking would not be a headache due to its location. After briefly looking at its menu online, I took a liking to their breakfast smoothies which became the decision maker for me driving out. The options for parking I noted were along N Ashland Ave or within the neighborhood. During this visit, I was fortunate enough to find a parking spot directly outside which was pay by the plate. After entering Healthy and Simple, I encountered a woman working behind the counter who did not appear very social. She did her thing behind the counter until I was ready to order which is okay because I can relate; it was a Sunday the day of my visit. I ended up ordering a yellow breakfast smoothie solely because of its ingredients which were banana, pineapple, ginger, Greek yogurt, and orange juice. Yum! Service: 4 (Good) The mood was set with music by Juan Gabriel (El Divo de Juárez), a Mexican singer, songwriter and actor who is known for his flamboyant style. Other than that, Healthy and Simple gave off a peaceful vibe and felt similar to a Mexican restaurant yet consisting of healthy breakfast/ lunch items, and an array of juice & smoothie options. And as for dine-in there are only a few tables with seats available in the dining area. Atmosphere: 5 (Great) Oh my God! The yellow breakfast smoothie tasted very good! I could not help but enjoy the taste of each ingredient as I savored each sip! After finishing it, I said to myself "Ok, I think I got a favorite!" (A favorite smoothie place, and smoothie!) Food: 4 (Good) I would gladly order from Healthy and Simple again when in the Ukrainian Village/ Wicker Park area, or if I get a craving for something ordered previously. As a fitness enthusiast, I give you my endorsement of it as the complimentary option to a healthy lifestyle or someone pursuing it. Service: 4 | Atmosphere: 5 | Food: 4 Recommendations: Breakfast Smoothies (Yellow, Carrot, Purple, and Green) ~ Smile. Sparkle. Shine. ~ Thomas G read more

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Autumn B.

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Shocking prices. I don't want to give a small business a bad review, but we got two large shakes that didn't have any taste to them and it was $30. I can't afford to come back and try again unfortunately. read more

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Dana M.

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I've been wanting to try this place and it did not disappoint. I just got a dragon bowl from here. It is super yummy. Everything taste so fresh. It was really hard to put it down in the place and people felt welcoming. Looking forward to trying them again probably again this week.o read more

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Mary M.

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I've come to this place over the years. I love their smoothies, and the tamales are authentic Oaxacan deliciousness! As for a previous review on Yelp, Sunlife is actually more expensive and has smaller portions. This place is clean and cute as well! read more

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A nice surprise! Searched for a smoothie, and walked here, because it looks healthy.. and it reminded me of the jugos you find in the Mexico City markets -- and I ended up getting the Mexican torta (with few expectations) it was delicious!! My juice was hydrating. I usually find tortas to be kinda.. greasy and gross.. (doing too much) however my torta was crisp and light despite it having chorizo which I wanted read more

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Kaitlin K.

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Probably the best tamale I've had in a long time. Also the biggest. So delicious and clearly freshly made. Loved it. Will have to go back to try all the different options. We also had a breakfast croissant and breakfast torta both of which were great and fresh. The inside is very cute, lots of plants everywhere. We got our order to go and it was ready really quickly. Great quick breakfast spot in the neighborhood! read more

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Delicious smoothie with so many options to pick from and they names of each smoothie is pretty funny. They have paleta which I personally never had but it's great to enjoy during the summer. Service was rather quick and it's a cute cafe to sit and enjoy your food/drinks read more

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Joski J.

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very good food, I had the vegan pozole for the first time! the jack fruit was flavorful & tender! also had the Acai bowl very good and filling. Very nice staff as well! read more

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Ali K.

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Definitely go here! Everything is fresh! So many combinations you can pick from and it's fresh fruit. No uuneeded sugars or even worse, artifical sugars! Highly recommend! The staff is very helpful and above all, the juice and the bowl are tasty. We ended up getting the Pina colada dowl, the dragon fruit bowl and the smoothie of the day, (kale, spinach, banana honey, coconut milk, u may be missing a few components lol). It very affordable and the sizes are huge! read more

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Mallory G.

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I've walked past this place many times and finally decided to stop in. I tried the Boost Immune System smoothie and it was delicious. They use fresh ingredients which was the primary thing I was looking for and they did not disappoint. My only critique is that I think it's a little overpriced. The fact that they use fresh ingredients does justify that a bit, but even so $7 for a smoothie is more than I'd like to be paying. read more

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Emily L.

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It can take a while to get your food since it's truly made fresh, but it is SOOOO worth the wait. This is my favorite açaí bowl in Chicago, and the tamales are DELICIOUS!!!! read more

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Sheri K.

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Love this place! It's my little's fav spot for a panini and smoothie! They are very kind and inviting. Highly recommend!

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Erin M.

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This place is great. I love their smoothies, and avocado pesto panini. I recently ordered their soup and it was delicious.

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Rachel M.

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Cute little place! Really good smoothies- I liked the yellow breakfast smoothie and pina colada smoothie. Very fresh and healthy ingredients. Also liked the paninis which are good! read more

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Lucas B.

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I ordered this in and was pleasently suprised! Everything was great and their turkey club sandwich was AMAZING!

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Emily H.

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Whenever I pass by this place I always stop here! The juice is fresh and tastes delicious, and the staff is very friendly. Also, it's usually pretty quick as it's not very crowded. I've only tried a few of their juices/smoothies but have never been disappointed. I think the prices are a little high, but then again you are getting fresh, quality, ingredients! Hoping to try the food menu next! read more

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Jeremy C.

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Was looking up healthy restaurants in the area I was in and stumbled upon this place. The reviews looked great and so did their selection of food and drinks so my friend and I decided to give it a try. I ordered the tamale and an avocado pesto panini. Everything looked so good when it came out and the lady up front was nice. Just as I was about to put salsa on my tamale, things turned for the worst. I took the top off and saw that there was mold in my salsa. I quickly brought it to the lady's attention and she was really apologetic. She offered to refund me any item I had already paid for (you order, pay, and then they bring your food out). Being that they're a small business, I decided not to get anything refunded. Only posting this so that they can grow from it and hopefully prevent something like this from ever happening again in the future. read more

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Georgia H.

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Organic fruits and veggies and simple, healthy food. My Boost Immune System smoothie was absolutely delicious! I added ginger for an extra kick. There's a ton of cute little educational posters about the unique health benefits of different fruits and veggies which is very helpful because the possibilities are endless (you can customize your own drink!) I also got the avocado pesto panini which was delicious as well. The staff is also extremely kind, sweet, and helpful! They're accommodating and have no problem altering your order to fit your food or diet preferences. They seem like genuinely nice people who just want to make the customer happy. I can't wait to come back and try every smoothie they have to offer! read more

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Try the green smoothie and the Cucumber Salad. I also heard they have great Vegetarian/Vegan tamales! They really did have great, fresh options. I could tell the Green Smoothie was all fresh items, it tastes like it was made at home. Great place to check out, in a great area read more

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Dustin B.

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I regret not coming here earlier. Really nice to have a restaurant in the area where I can get a healthy lunch at an affordable price. I order the avocado & pesto panini and the yellow smoothie. I really liked them both. Located at the corner of Ashland and Chicago (few blocks south of the Division blue line). I will definitely come back for lunch and smoothies! read more

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Enri D.

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Love their green immunity boost juice especially, but all their smoothies and juices are just as their name states - Healthy and simple!

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Haley S.

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Amazing! So many healthy options. The tamales are SO GOOD. Wrapped in banana leaf & big! I will go out of my way to stop here for lunch whenever possible. read more

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Not taking precautions during Covid-19. Whoever owns this place needs to turn the air conditioning on so the people prepping food can wear masks without getting too hot. Not cool. It's a shame because I like this place. read more

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Ulric H.

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Wanted a quick bite and a healthy juice for lunch... Healthy and simple, yep! The name says it all. Fresh made juice blends and little sandwiches/bites. I got the liver cleanser with beets and a chicken quesadilla. Great value for both (quesadilla was only $6!). While it's not the best food I've ever, I would definitely swing by for a quick bite and a fresh juice if I'm in the area again. read more

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Love this place. Simply delicious. Full of nutritional Options. The employees are courteous as well fast. The tamales are a must try. While you wait read some of the helpful health literature on the wall. read more

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Angel B.

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Had a great Açaí Bowl and the egg croissant was yummy too! The service was fast and friendly and everything was made to order. Will definitely be back next time I'm in Chicago read more

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Recently got an açaí berry smoothie bowl from here and it was insanely good. It's not cheap, however, the size of the bowl plus all the toppings made it worth it. Highly recommend. Will definitely be a repeat customer. read more

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Robert C.

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I love this place SO MUCH! Me and two friends were looking for somewhere quick to eat after a full day of moving into a new apartment. Here's the catch: one friend is vegan, the other not, and I'm on a full-liquid diet (just had jaw surgery) - this place had something for everyone! We even got there 15 minutes before they closed and they still served us! When I say full-liquid diet, I mean that all my food has to fit through a pasta strainer. This place fit the bill because they have smoothies, but at 8pm I was really hoping for something savory. The beautiful people at Healthy & Simple were willing to liquify a tamale in the blender for me! They blended it with chicken broth and put it in a big cup with a straw. They're my new heroes. My friends both had tamales (in solid form) and they were just raving about them. I'm looking forward to coming back when I can chew! I'm so glad I found this place. Everything was truly fantastic. read more

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Jessica W.

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LOL THIS PLACE WAS SO DAMN GOOD. Idk if it was bc we were walking in the heat for two miles before this, or because we were hungry as hell from walking two miles, or because we were desperate for food because the previous restaurant we went to was closed, but DAMN this place was worthwhile. like honestly looking back at my entire chicago trip this was probably my most memorable. cutely decorated little shop, they sell tamales, paleta popsicles, and different kinds of sandwiches. their smoothies were INSANELY delicious. it was these smoothies that made me want to have smoothies for the rest of my trip. their green smoothie was bright and delightful and didn't taste like a salad at all, with a great green apple touch. the purple smoothie was good and definitely had that greek yogurt tang to fill you up. my friends ordered their tamales (for about $4) and they were ENORMOUS. Such a good deal, and very delicious. I ordered the pesto panini and added turkey to it, and it was served with marinara and was crunchy and yummy! the staff was so friendly and helpful, and bathrooms were clean and dining area was nice and cute. i'd probably make the trip back here when i'm in chicago LOL read more

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Friendly staff, tasty choices and just like the name of the shop healthy and simple! Definitely will be back! read more

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Great service and great juices! The chicken soup is amazing. I will be back for more! The women here where really nice and so accommodating. read more

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815 N Ashland Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
West Town
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Hours

What time does Healthy and Simple open?

Healthy and Simple opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Healthy and Simple opens at 9:00 AM on Saturday.Healthy and Simple opens at 11:00 AM on Sunday.

What time does Healthy and Simple close?

Healthy and Simple closes at 6:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Healthy and Simple closes at 4:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 6:00 PMSat 9:00 AM - 6:00 PMSun 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Healthy and Simple take Bitcoin?

No, Healthy and Simple does not take Bitcoin.

Does Healthy and Simple take credit cards?

Yes, Healthy and Simple takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Healthy and Simple serve alcohol?

No, Healthy and Simple does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Healthy and Simple have TVs?

Yes, Healthy and Simple has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Healthy and Simple have bike parking?

Yes, Healthy and Simple has bike parking.

Does Healthy and Simple have parking?

Yes, Healthy and Simple has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Healthy and Simple wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Healthy and Simple is wheelchair accessible.

Does Healthy and Simple have free WiFi?

Yes, Healthy and Simple has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Organic, authentic recipes from Mexico City including fresh fruit juices, natural fruit waters, healing spices, snacks, coffee, specialty teas and light breakfast items. Owner Azucena Guzman is Oaxaca, Mexico, and comes from a line of women that value the importance of organic and natural foods for their healing affects on the body.

History

Established in 2015.

Grand opening in January, 2016 offering organic, authentic recipes from Mexico.

Meet the Business Owner: Azucena G.

Owner Azucena Guzman is from Oaxaca, Mexico and comes from a line of women that care for others. She was raised with an understanding of organic foods and their role in health, diet and healing the body.

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4.4(378 reviews)

Got the hot honey oat latte. This latte was amazing. Super nutty with a nice foam on top, and the…read moreflavor was really balanced. Not too sweet with the perfect amount of bitterness. The space is cute but on the smaller side, so not ideal for long stays. Service was great though, the server was smiling and really welcoming. They're known for their Italian-style coffee blending, using beans from different regions around the world to create a more balanced and complex flavor, which you can definitely taste in the drink.

Caffe Umbria was exactly what I needed that morning. It was cold, wet and I wanted something hot,…read moresimple as that. Small and cozy spot. The kind of place where you slow down without trying. The staff was genuinely nice too. Asked how my day was and even recommended couple of pastries. I ordered a hot chocolate with an almond blueberry financier. The hot chocolate was honestly perfect. Rich but not heavy. You get that dark chocolate hit first, then it smooths out. Creamy. Warm in the right way. The financier was great. Nutty from the almonds, little bursts of blueberry, soft but not mushy. I dipped it into the hot chocolate (had to), and yeah... even better. No regrets there. It's a small place, but if you get there early, you might grab a seat with a really nice city view. Worth it. I'll definitely be back. Especially now that I know there's a solid hot chocolate spot right nearby.

Coconut cloud (amazing!!)

Coconut cloud

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Hot vanilla latte

Café Crèmerie

3.9(133 reviews)

2.0 mi•Near North Side

Usually I left a couple days after my visit to write my review, but this time I could not wait!…read moreIt almost NEVER when my husband eats cake, because he is lactose intolerant. He picked the chocolate coconut slice. Not only he likes it, he gave it a 5/5! He was like "it's moist. It's chocolate! it's coconuty! Great balance!". He never give such score on cake, let alone a full sentence review (he is man of few words. He usually devour the whole thing before you get to taste/try it, or automatically push his food to your plate type...)

Cute café with good coffee (4/5 Green Stars) I visited Café…read moreCrèmerie twice in one day. Once for lunch and then again in the evening for a Too Good To Go pick-up - cake slices! Too Good To Go is a program that allows businesses to sell left over food at the end of the day on discount, avoiding food waste. For lunch I had an Americano, the vegetarian egg sandwich and a Margherita Bistro, which is like a cross between a margherita pizza slice but in a latticed pastry. Both the Americano and egg sandwich were actually excellent, while the Margherita Bistro was less noteworthy but fine. Actually when I looked up Margherita Bistro, wanting to learn if it's a common thing and it turns out that it's made by a food service company (Bridor, owned by French Groupe Leduff which supplies baked goods to cafés all over Europe). I got two cake slices later in my Too Good To Go order. The strawberry cheesecake (Monteressa cheese cake, made with marscapone, ricotta and fresh strawberries) was delicious while the carrot cake was not as good but still fine. It turns out that the Monteressa cheesecake is made by another big supply company (Bindi) that supplies Italian desserts. Coffee appears to be from Illy. I'd definitely recommend Café Crèmerie for their good coffee, excellent egg sandwich, and nice atmosphere. I'm also giving Café Crèmerie 4/5 Green Stars for social and environmental impact, based on the following: * First I'll get into the mediocre aspects and then some positive points. * Coffee is from Illy, which I would say is slightly better than average for a major coffee company. It's a certified B Corporation but it not known for organic or fair trade coffee (they do a kind of direct trade). * Many of the pastries are mass-produced by companies that supply European or European-style cafes. Like Illy, these suppliers are perhaps slightly better than average: Bridor mentions using cage-free eggs while Bindi uses renewable energy. * A lot of the menu is suitable for vegetarians and I appreciate that there's no sign of beef on the menu (the single food product that drives around 10% of climate change). Would be nice to see more vegan options. * Café Crèmerie does a nice job at avoiding waste generation. Ceramic cups are available for coffee and food is served on trays with a paper liner. * I also appreciate that Café Crèmerie takes part in the Too Good To Go program, avoiding food waste.

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Mojo Coffee

3.9(11 reviews)

2.1 mi•Near North Side

This isn't a full shop, it is a kiosk-like setup in the lobby of an office building and the hotel I…read morewas staying at during my quick trip to Chicago! I had a latte with their Maple Cinnamon syrup, and it was delicious. The chocolate croissant was also nice and flaky, though I wish they offered the option to heat it up. Service was friendly and the coffee came out quickly as well! Not a ton of seating and it is slightly awkward since it is in the lobby of the building, but they have some communal tables around where you order.

Good coffee and Feta Toast but they need better seating arrangements. I'd love to hang out here…read moremore if they had better and sturdy seating.

Avo Feta Toast $11

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Quad shot latte

Lea

4.0(108 reviews)

Great carrot curry soup and excellent latte. You order at a kiosk near a wall of rolling pins. Your…read morename is called to eat in at about 14 small tables or you can take out. Cute and cozy.

Middling iced coffee (a bit more watery than I like) but very tasty and fresh Brie sandwich with…read moreexcellent bread! It would be nice if there were an option to have it slightly warmed (not melted) because I tried a few bites fresh in the cafe but enjoyed it more after walking through the conservatory gardens, by which point the cheese had softened for a satisfying chewy / creamy bite.

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Stan's Donuts & Coffee

4.0(700 reviews)

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Must say for being as packed as they were it was pretty quick. Couple of rude employees but I…read morebrushed them off due to the nice ones. Donuts were way to sweet that'll work for some but for me it was like eating a box sugar. Iced coffee was pretty good much better than a Starbucks or Coffee Bean Iced coffee. The breakfast options were top notch.

On our way to The Cloud, my friends and I dropped by Stan's for a quick little pick me up…read more I had seen so much hype about the place on Tiktok and was really excited to check them out. I ended up getting a chocolate old fashioned and matcha latte sweetened. The store itself is super cute and had so many options for donuts, I wanted to order it all but just opted for one. The team here was really friendly. When they called me for my drink order, it was a chai but they were able to fix that right away. My matcha was so smooth and perfectly sweetened, not too much since I was already eating a donut. The matcha gave me the much needed energy boost and the shop kept us warm because it was definitely cold outside. 1000% recommend checking out Stan's everyone is so nice and the food and drinks are great and exactly what you need.

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Prickly pear refresher and almond cronut

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Brown Butter Glaze with Salted Caramel Drizzle

Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea

4.1(225 reviews)

2.4 mi•The Loop

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Really easy in and out and yummy beverages and breakfast sandwiches. I loved the tahini latte.read more

Hit up Fairgrounds after a class in the Chicago Athletic Association. Had a delicious coffee, and…read morebaristas were very nice. It's a very small space - perfect for pick up and go. There are a few seats, but it's pretty tight. They were a little slow BUT my drink did end up coming out well. I've enjoyed their other locations where there's a bunch more space to sit and chill.

Pick up area

Vietnamese cold brew and the Grilled Cheese & tomato soup combo

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Egg Tuck

4.3(490 reviews)

This review is primarily for people from out of town, as the locals are already fully briefed on…read morethe magnificence of this place (meaning: it can get crowded). Now let me tell you about arguably the best breakfast burrito I have ever eaten: The Royal Burrito. The Royal Burrito at The Loop seems to be a little different than the one listed on Egg Tuck's website, so I just wanted to alert you to that. Specifically, at The Loop's Egg Tuck, they use Korean Beef instead of the "Signature Beef Patty." While I cannot vouch for the latter, I can tell you that the former is absolutely amazing!!! The tortilla they use is also solid enough to hold the contents of the burrito until the last bite, which is a rarity nowadays as more and more places skimp on solid products. This place is amazing, and I'm sure they'll start franchising to more places than LA, so stay tuned and see if one turns up in your neck of the woods. Until then, I guess you'll just have to eat here.

Walked past and got pulled in by the branding, the marketing is cute and the fluffy egg imagery…read moredoes its job. Decided to pop in and give it a try. The ordering process is straightforward: simple menu&kiosk ordering. But would have been nice to have someone help walk us through the options. We went with the avocado toast and the ham toast. Overall? Good, but not mind-blowing. If you're an egg lover looking for something light and satisfying, you'll enjoy it. It's not really trying to be more than what it is, and there's something to appreciate about that. Personally, the sauces were a bit heavy for my taste, but the chilis on the side were a nice touch and added just the right kick to balance things out. Would I go out of my way to come back? Probably not. But if you're nearby and want a solid, no-frills egg situation, it delivers.