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    Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar

    4.2 (208 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    siri g.

    After a long flight, I was really craving a good coffee and a bagel, so I searched for cafés near my hostel and found this place. Tucked away at the end of an alley, it's definitely a hidden gem and made for a fun, unique experience. I was surprised to see a security guard at the entrance directing people into the café, but it quickly made sense. The café itself is tiny, and they only allow about four customers inside at a time. The alley is decorated with string lights and has a really cool vibe. There isn't any indoor seating, instead, all the tables are set up outside in the alley. You place your order from the alley, and when it's ready, they call your name to pick it up from the small service window. I decided to try one of their seasonal drinks, the Choco Taco Cold Brew, and it was absolutely delicious. The real star of the meal, though, was the Herd Bagel Sandwich. It was hands down one of the best bagel sandwiches I've had in a long time. Fresh, flavorful, and exactly what I was craving after traveling. The only downside is the seating. Since there are only a handful of outdoor tables, finding a spot can be a little tricky during busy times. But if you can grab a seat, it's definitely worth the visit.

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    Anthony D.

    I've been to Hero coffee before, so nothing new on the food and drink front. Coffee is solid and gets the job done. What makes this one unique is that it's down an alley on DePaul's Chicago campus. It's a cute unique shop and worth it to stop by if you want a cup of coffee and you're in the area.

    J David H.

    The original Hero Coffee Bar on E. Jackson near the Art Institute is a cool vibe. Only four customers can be in the cafe at a time, it's that small. Eating, or drinking is outside in the entrance alleyway. Two cold today for that, so, I took the barista's recommended flat white on my continued walk a few sites. Great cup. Highly recommend Hero.

    Alyssa E.

    Stopped in for a quick drink and to get some work done, and the place was buzzing with energy, even on a weekday morning. It definitely felt like a go-to spot for people grabbing coffee before work, on a break, or catching up with a friend. Located near the LaSalle Metro and the Blue Line. I had one of their coffees and it definitely did the job, the caffeine had me wide awake. The staff was friendly and quick, handling the steady flow of people with ease. Great vibe for a quick recharge or a casual work session.

    Kyle L.

    Hero Coffee is amazing! Super quick friendly service from the homie Lou! The smells are amazing.

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    Arielle J.

    Cute, quick and trendy. That's how I would describe my trip to Hero Coffee today. It's nestled between two buildings - the outdoor seating area being a walkway sandwiched in the middle. I've seen the place often and was so happy I got the chance to stop by today. I order the Iced Latte with Oak Milk. The coffee, even with the added Carmel syrup, was a little strong for me. They don't add sugar and you must do it yourself given their available condiments. I didn't love that part. Overall, it's a cute place to stop by if you are in the area.

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    Timothy H.

    A great bagel breakfast place to eat! I had their lox bagel which was so good! The salmon was prepped well and the other ingredients were fresh. The bagel was nice and toasty. By the end of the bagel, I was definitely no longer hungry. The service was good. The cashier was nice and helpful. This store is popular so it took a bit of time for my bagel to be made. The ambiance is tricky to describe. There's no seating inside, but there is seating outside in an alley, which was actually kind of cool! I'd definitely come back!

    Ellie N.

    They don't have matcha anymore. Just want to update you on the menu. Matcha is gone. The place is cute and located in a small alley.

    Lou was really nice and the bagel was delicious! I was visiting from out of town and a friend recommended I go here. So glad I did! 10/10

    The lox
    Natasha A.

    We came here on a Sunday around 11am. There was a line out the door, and they weren't serving hot beverages because of a mechanical error. But it took less than 10 minutes to get in and order. Then it took about 10 minutes to get the food. It was pretty quick and the staff were nice / were moving fast. I got an everything bagel with chive cream cheese, it was great, just enough cream cheese (not NY / NJ style). Still good. The bagel wasn't thick but it was fluffy, it was good. My partner got a cheddar and herb bagel with the lox as the sandwich. It was enjoyed. My child got a plain bagel with plain cream cheese and said "it was good". Over all they have a lot of great options.

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    Jennifer L.

    This was a great coffee shop! It is kinda hidden in an alley, but just follow the crowd of people waiting for their name to be called from the takeout window. The shop itself is tiny so all the seating is outdoors. The staff was very nice and were working quickly to get our orders out. I had the egg and cheese on an everything bagel. It was delicious and had a lot of cheese on it. The lavender honey hit the spot especially on a cold day. A great spot for coffee and breakfast near the Art Institute!

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    Michelle G.

    They have a solid iced matcha latte, so that might be 4 stars except it feels like my friend has made something better at home and so this makes this feel expensive for what it is. I feel like downtown is unfortunately overpriced for often average or less quality, and so while this alley is cute, I would not go out of my way to come back here. I only really came here to meet someone for coffee, but I'd probably try other spots next time.

    Mary R.

    Great little spots very tiny inside. I don't think I would wait outside in the cold for it but if there's no wait then yes it's great!

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    Great service, and beautiful location. Hero bagel was delicious and loved the easy vegan option!

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    Fun little walk up window bagel bar. Friendly staff, tasty bagels and lots of outdoor seating. Great for takeout.

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    New to Chicago and this is my new coffee shop. Lou is the best way to start a day! So exited to find this spot

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    Great bagels, perfect for a quick breakfast. coffee always hits the spot. the teddy graham is divine.

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