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I'm from Los Angeles, and I have to say this place was such a sweet surprise. Everyone was incredibly welcoming and made me feel right at home, which always stands out when you're visiting a new city. The outside is super cute too it actually caught my eye when I first found them on Yelp, and it's just as charming in person. I tried the Teddy Graham latte on the barista's recommendation, and I'm so glad I did. It had great flavor without being overly sweet, and I got it with whole milk which made it perfectly smooth and comforting. If you're in downtown Chicago, I'd definitely recommend checking out this spot. It's a cozy little gem with great vibes and even better drinks. read more

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Molly C.

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Clearly a popular spot, run like a well oiled machine. The space is tiny so they only allowed four people in a time and then you wait outside in the alley for your order. The bagel was good, I had a hippie sandwich and my boyfriend got a bacon egg and cheese which he said was good too. read more

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Ordered: Cortado w Lavender (~$5) Aya's take: Tucked away in an alley, Hero Coffee Roasters is a tiny coffee shop that also serves breakfast bagel sandwiches. We just needed a quick pick-me-up so I got a Cortado and added Lavender syrup. The Cortado was nice and creamy but considering how little volume this drink was, the Lavender was overpowering. I wish they matched the quantity of syrup accordingly. Nonetheless, it gave me the boost I needed! read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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Alyssa E.

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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. read more

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Kyle L.

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

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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. read more

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Savannah C.

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

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Timothy H.

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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! read more

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Ellie N.

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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. read more

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Andrew Z.

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I was walking by and randomly saw this bagel place with a big line out the front, and I just knew I had to try it. There was a super long line for a random weekday, but the line went fairly quickly, and I got my food within 15 or so minutes. There wasn't a lot of seating though, so I ended up eating while walking to my destination. I got an americano and a criminal bagel breakfast sandwich. The criminal bagel was sooo good, packed with flavor. A balance of sweet, salty, fatty and just plain delicious. I would definitely come back here again if I'm ever around, which I hope to be sometime again! read more

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Ashlee K.

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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 read more

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Natasha A.

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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. read more

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Sara W.

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Ordered the festy bagel which was really mid. Bagel wasn't toasted very well and the sausage was the pre-frozen kind, lacked flavor. Wouldn't return read more

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Jennifer L.

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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! read more

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Michelle G.

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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. read more

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Mary R.

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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! read more

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Ellen F.

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Hidden far back into the alleyway, you could almost miss Hero Coffee when walking by. However, stepping in you find a nicely decorated space with lots of outdoor seating and a beautiful coffee marquee sign. The inside is a compact area for ordering with a chalkboard menu. I got the Midwest Princess, which is a matcha with mocha and strawberry. Very Chappell Roan and springtime style! I also got the Bullseye bagel sandwich on a sesame bagel. It is quite good and filled with lots of toppings for a lot of flavor! Overall, it took under 10 minutes to get food and drink. Not local to Chicago, but I'd recommend this place if you're looking for something authentic to the city! read more

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Danielle G.

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Best hidden gem of a coffee nook I've had the pleasure of discovering. I enjoyed there coffee so much I wish I could have fit some into my luggage to get it home with me! Excellent breakfast bagel sandwich too read more

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Mary K.

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So good! I loved these bagels. The bagel itself was perfect texture and the inside was so flavorful. The coffee was really good as well. Def make the visit! read more

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Vicky H.

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Good coffee, delicious bagel sandwiches and convenient location when walking in the neighborhood with my pup! It is located between two buildings, just look for their signs on Jackson. The waiting line could be long but they are pretty organized in keeping the line moving. read more

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Joselyn M.

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Visiting from Las Vegas, NV and decided to try a different local coffee/grab-and-go breakfast spot every day of our vacation. I preferred this over Tilly Bagel Shop. The bagel was good, the iced latte was good, and we got everything we ordered very quickly. They don't have any indoor space for seating, only outdoor, but weather was nice and we were able to catch someone leaving as we waited for our drinks and food. read more

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Wendy H.

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The coffee and matcha here were great. Kind of dark here but everyone was nice. They have a lot of screens playing different things. read more

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Camille A.

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Cute and eclectic coffee shop tucked away in downtown Chicago! Sausage and bacon bagels did not disappoint. Loved my iced vanilla latte and my partner enjoyed an iced matcha which was also pretty good. Service was fast and easy! It happened to rain on our visit here so just be mindful of limited seating that's not covered. Great place overall! read more

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Claire S.

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-bagels were bready and not chewy -cream cheese wasn't spread out properly -matcha latte was weak in flavor and too milky -outdoor seating area smells like sewage -coffee was just okay -long wait times read more

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Monideepa C.

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While looking for Chicago recs, this place kept coming up at the top. Hero Coffee Bar seriously hits the spot! Their house special bagel was so good--crispy on the outside, loaded with flavor, and super filling. Grabbed a coffee too and it was smooth and strong, just how I like it. Cute little vibe inside and the staff was really chill. Def gonna recommend all touristy as well as local people. read more

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Trisha B.

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Wow! This hole in the wall is amazing the coffee was delicious and the bagel was also amazing. The line was long but it moved fast and the seating outside was nice. The coffee was the perfect amount of sweet and strong. read more

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Stefanie N.

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Staying at the Palmer House, this is super close. Walked around the block, went inside to order, called my name outside for pick up. Enjoyed veggies and cream cheese on a jalapeno cheddar bagel with a cappucino in the outdoor alley seating on a warm, breezy morning. Delicious way to start the day. read more

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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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Visited Chicago and had to stop here! The coffee was great and the coffee shop is so cute! read more

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Rebecka S.

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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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Melanie B.

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This is a small independent coffee shop in the loop that makes good coffee and the service is fast and friendly. But this place is best only if you're on the go. There's only a handful of tables outside and none inside. In fact, only a few people at a time can even fit inside. You just order and then exit. Your order will be called from the window promptly. The alley with the tables is really cute. A little hideaway. But on nice days, those tables are always full. I did finally get a table today, but only because it was cool and raining. read more

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Ashley G.

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This coffee shop was so fun to visit. I got the teddy graham latte and it was so delicious! They have oat and almond milk for dairy alternatives. The ambience was super cool. read more

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Yuri G.

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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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Alicia J.

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This is more of a note to myself, I truly wish I was closer to the other location but the begals and coffee are good. I just need to remember to ask for cream cheese on the side. The tiny amount they put on melts into the Begal ... I asked for extra this time and at least could see there was cream cheese, but had no impact on the sandwich. Also the alley needs a good hosing. read more

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Annie Y.

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There are no indoor seating, but outdoor seating only. You can only fit 5 people at a time inside. I got the Sausage, Egg, & Cheese bagel and it was good! You can choose your bagel, any add-ons, and cream cheese flavor. They do have mobile order, so that may be quicker than going in and ordering if the line is long. The bagel didn't overpower with cream cheese, and everything tasted good. Recommendation(s): - Sausage, Egg, & Cheese Bagel Service: 5/5 Tip(s): - You can do mobile order - No indoor seating, only outdoor - 5 people at a time to go inside to order since it's really small read more

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Matea P.

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We ordered a couple of cappuccinos, a matcha latte, a pretzel syrup latte, and a breakfast sandwich. Everything we had was average. Although this was a good and warm place to pop into it while it was cold and snowing, I wasn't aware that they didn't have a seating area. read more

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Maria B.

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Cute alley location. Really liked how it is in a random alley in the middle ofcthe city. I walked over before opening. The service is organized, limited number of people in the shop due to space. The coffee was good and the bagel hit the spot. I love the addtion of cream cheese to a breakfast sandwich. People look at me weird when i do that - but i am apparently not the only one! Thank you Hero Coffee! read more

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22 E Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL 60604
The Loop
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(312) 285-2786
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https://www.herocoffeeandbagelbar.com

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Hours

What time does Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar open?

Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar opens at 8:00 AM on Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar close?

Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar closes at 3:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 3:00 PMSat-Sun 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar take Bitcoin?

No, Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar does not take Bitcoin.

Does Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar take credit cards?

Yes, Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar have a drive thru?

No, Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar does not have a drive thru.

Does Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar serve alcohol?

Yes, Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar serves alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar allow dogs?

Yes, Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar allows dogs.

Does Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar have TVs?

No, Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar have outdoor seating?

Yes, Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar has outdoor seating options.

Does Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar have parking?

Yes, Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar has parking options.

Other Amenities

Does Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar have free WiFi?

Yes, Hero Coffee and Bagel Bar has free WiFi.

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For coffee with an impact, visit Hero Coffee in Chicago, IL. Our Latina-owned, woman-owned coffee shop is on a mission to positively impact our community, one cup at a time. That's why we make it a goal to support our community; however we can. Next time you get a cup of coffee, choose us, and help make a difference!

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Portuguese egg tart, coconut bun & BBQ pork bun

Decadent Chicago

4.3

(69 reviews)

1.0 mi

Decadent Chicago offers a wonderful and intimate dining experience, with exceptional desserts like…read morethe brownie skillet with ice cream and a delicious red velvet cake slice but my favorite items are pictured. I was visiting Chicago for the first time and stumbled on this hidden gem. I told everyone I could about this place. I went first for breakfast and again for brunch. The cafe provides a wonderful atmosphere, perfect for people-watching and over relaxation. The service is top-tier, with knowledgeable servers and the eclectic vibe is so rejuvenating. I will definitely visit again if I'm ever in the area.

This is genuinely a hidden gem in the city! It's black owned by the nicest family with an amazing…read moreatmosphere and delicious treats. It's more of a cafe style during the day making it a perfect spot to work remotely with great coffee, perfect cookies and great regular food dishes as well with lots of seating. Also great for a casual date. By the evening it turns into more of a restaurant and on certain nights they have events like bingo as well. I got the hazelnut cappuccino and a turtle cookie and they were both phenomenal So worth making the trek out of your way for, i'd highlyyyy recommend!

Hot chocolate with S'mores

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Nice decor, relaxing music and friendly staff.

Sweet Maple Cafe

never had a bad meal here…read more never had bad service here. vibes are always great here. that's is the review.

It had been close to 20 years since I've been to SWC! I took my youngest to help reminisce of…read moreplaces that I used to go to in my pre-kid days. It's definitely a family place - just not one we had gotten around to visiting. On this visit I had the protein power scramble and paired it with their absolutely delicious biscuits and home fries. My daughter had a cinnamon swirl pancake that she enjoyed, but it was took big too finish. Not a problem as she demolished it the next morning. Definitely will be back and we won't 20 years this next time!

Service was quick and friendly.

3 Cheese Omelet

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Diaz y Noches Bowl with a Biscuit

Honey Berry Pancakes and Cafe

I absolutely love a great breakfast and this establishment provided just that! The cinnamon pancake…read moreand berry pancakes were some of the best I've had!! The south of the border skillet was delicious as well. Service was great 5/5 experience.

Extremely disappointing experience at Honey Berry. As a…read morefirst-time visitor to Chicago during Juneteenth weekend, I was looking forward to breakfast here, but the experience fell far short of expectations. Service Issues:The service was inattentive throughout the meal, and concerns were not adequately addressed when brought to the staff's attention. Basic items such as water, napkins, and straws took an unreasonable amount of time to arrive, with water alone taking more than 10-15 minutes. Food Quality Issues:The food and cleanliness were equally disappointing. I requested extra crispy bacon in my omelet, but the bacon was undercooked and appeared raw. Both coffee cups also arrived dirty, with dried coffee residue inside, raising concerns about cleanliness and attention to detail. Closing Takeaway:Adding to the frustration, gratuity was automatically included despite the poor service. I rarely leave reviews, but I hope management uses this feedback to improve service standards, food quality, and overall guest experience. But I will never visit again!! There's so many other great places around #Roux #Brulee # Batter & Berries

Dining Area at Honeyberry Chicago

Veggie Skillet w/ sunny side up eggs

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Tom’s Place Pancake House

Great place to eat yes it's in one of the hoods from Chicago but you should be fine ppl. Parking on…read moresundays is free on the streets on 47th fyi. The staff was amazing and friendly and felt very welcome from the entrance to checking out. Prize was good to be honest and the food was really good. Also noticed that you can reserve a table as well just putting that on here so you girls and guys know. Super clan restaurant and restrooms as well. Come try this place guys and girls.

Tom's Place Pancake House is a solid local business with good pancakes. The pancakes are pretty…read moretasty, and the staff were very nice and accommodating. The menu is a normal breakfast menu with the focal point being pancakes. I settled on getting a traditional stack which was pretty huge. The taste of the pancakes reminded me of a funnel cake. My brunch companion got the seasonal flavor pancake which was the orange marmalade. This stack was little excessive with the amount of whip cream and orange marmalade on the top, so I don't recommend that. I enjoyed brunch overall, but I would probably advise to stick with the traditional stack if you like more of a traditional breakfast. My preference is to keep it simple when it comes to breakfast.

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Tom's breakfast burrito

Saint Anna Bakery & Cafe

Love this bakery in Chinatown! We usually go to another bakery down the street but we found…read moreourselves wandering around and walked in. Their sesame balls are delish! And I wish I ordered more of the steamed buns. They accept card and cash. And have ample seating. Can't wait to go back!

Service is good food nice and hot. Skip the Congee though…read moreway to much salt for 2026 Vegetables fresh and fried doe fantastic. After you eat, have a little snack at the dessert counter and get yourself some sesame balls yummy.

Hong Kong milk tea, egg tart

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Kasama

Desserts were all very delicious…read more $7.95 pecan $13 for banana $9 for ube Although they were pricey I think it was worth it. All 3 pastries we got lived up to the hype. We got lucky and there was a very short line outside the time we went and got our pastries right away. Would definitely love to try the food next time.

BREAKFAST: 10/10 pastries and breakfast. Excellent value, delicious pastries and excellent coffee…read more I especially liked the blueberry muffin since it's just the muffin too without the whole muffin. FINE DINING AT NIGHT: 5/10 rating. Considering Alinea is 2 stars and similarly priced, I felt like a few things were lacking. The first issue? I left very hungry. The whole meal lacks any actual meat except two pieces of bird, which are small. The other dishes were primarily seafood or vegetables. I left at 70% capacity of fullness. Regarding the actual food, the quality was solid and the ingredients were excellent. The caviar was delicious, although the design of the small bowl and big bowl made it very annoying if any of your caviar came out you'd have to lift the small bowl out to scrape it. The next seafood platter had fresh shrimp and the toast was excellent with the sour cream. Tasted like a potato chip! The spring roll was unique and required you to roll it up. It's small but packs a good punch. The cabbage with Wagyu barely had any meat, so it was just a bite. The soup was very delicious and hot in temperature. The mackerel is small but fresh. Very good soup. The pancake dish was very unique and enjoyable with the pork. My favorite was the crumb dish with mushrooms. The crumbs were delicious. There were a few small oysters in it. If there were a few chicken bites it would have been perfect. The ending bird dish was tiny. I expected the whole bird to be cooked and many more pieces, but it included two bites and one leg with mushrooms. I thought one or two additional protein dishes were needed. I was at 60% full at that point and it went straight to desserts. The croissant with truffle was delicious with honey. Could have eaten 6 of those. The banana pudding really felt like delicious street food. The frozen shaved ice was delicious with the chocolate underneath. The white chocolate dessert and cracker were light with guava. It felt like the meal heavily overindexed on dessert and not actual entrees. Overall, for 1 star and $200 range I would have given this 9.5/10. But for 2 stars and $325, with a comparison with Alinea and other 2 star restaurants I've been to, this fell short. Increase the food portions and decease the dessert volume. The staff are highly attentive and well trained. Dinner took 2.5 hours.

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Breakfast sandwich: soufflé egg, longanisa, cheese, hash brown

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Breakfast Sandwich: longanisa, egg, and cheese | $12

Sweet Bean

A Taiwanese bakery. How could a place that loves Michael Jackson be bad?…read more Salted Egg Yolk Bolo Bun流心菠蘿麵包: Calling it "流心"(runny) isn't quite accurate; it's a bolo bun菠蘿包 (pineapple -shape bun) with a salted egg yolk filling, but it had an authentic, old-fashioned flavor that made me feel like back to childhood. The crust was thin and crispy, with a large air cavity, making it very soft and fluffy. The salted egg yolk has just the right balance of sweetness and saltiness, and wasn't too cloying. Garlic Cheese Brioche Bun蒜香奶酪麵包: Perhaps its more Taiwanese name is "八蒜包" (Eight Garlic Bun). Its appearance and taste were very similar to those I've had at Taiwanese bakeries in mainland China. The cheese and garlic flavors were very strong, but the bread itself was slightly coarse. Hojicha Latte: The whole milk was very milky, but the hojicha flavor felt a little weak. However, it's already great to find a tea latte that's not very sweet.

We came around 12:30noon and got a huge bread haul at this bakery. I'm SO glad we did!…read more Here's what we got: * Purple rice taro bun / 5 (OUR FAV!!!) * Matcha custard bun / 4.5 * Matcha pistachio bun / 5 * Tuna egg mayo bread / 4.5 * Hot dog & cheese bread / 4 * BBQ hot dog skewer / 3 * Sesame roll / 3.5 * Cheese pudding tart / 3.5 * Banana bread matcha c oat milk / 4.75 If there's one thing you get here, get the purple rice taro bun. Suuuuper soft & chewy bread filled with purple rice and taro. The textures were amazing. Best baked good I ever had. It's pricey but SO worth it!! 10/10, 5 stars, 100%. Service here is just okay, nothing special. There's also a small seating area in the back that is open until 4pm!