This was our first visit to this Hometown Coffee & Juice Bar location after visiting several of their other locations over the years. It's definitely smaller, but super cute and has a cozy atmosphere. Everyone seems happy to be there. I stopped in with my son after camp. He ordered a smoothie, I had a cappuccino, and we shared the turkey wrap. My son really enjoyed his smoothie, and my cappuccino was excellent. The turkey wrap was good, but nothing particularly memorable. Unfortunately, what happened afterward was disappointing. Both my son and I ended up with stomach aches after our visit. The common denominator is the wrap. I'm hoping this was just a one-time fluke because we've had positive experiences in the past, and I truly hope they continue using fresh, high-quality ingredients and that this was simply an off day. read more

Hometown Coffee in Winnetka is a fantastic neighborhood café with excellent coffee, fresh food, and a bright, welcoming atmosphere. It's friendly, energetic, and a great gathering place that adds real character to the village. read more

Super fresh food. Part of a chain of stores. Outdoor seating, so great to bring your dog. Local hangout spot. I remember the original corner restaurant that used to be here. Yes, I'm that old, lol. This is a great little spot. Will come again. read more

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Came here on a sunny day and it was bustling! The inside is very welcoming and clean but can be very crowded and loud - if busy would not be able to focus and get work done. Outside seating is cute as well. Food: my salad was delicious! 4.5/5 - I got it with hummus on the side which I definitely think it needed(or maybe avocado!) Avocado toast: 1/5 honestly the avocado tasted like smear from a plastic cup. For $10 it is very bad. They should use fresh avocado not mashed. Just make it at home. Smoothie bowl: 4/5 was pretty good! Could have been a tad bit bigger for the price but still delicious. read more

Hometown Coffee & Juice - Kale Salad - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

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I came here recently for a change of scenery to get some work done. I got here a little after 7am I think and was able to grab a table in the corner and camp out for a couple hours. My americano was great. No complaints. I'll be adding this to my usual rotation of morning work spots when I find myself with a rare meeting-free morning to get some deep work done. read more

Hometown Coffee & Juice - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

A cute welcoming coffee shop in the heart of downtown Winnetka. This shop has been ok my radar before it even opened here, when it first opened in Glencoe. Finally made it to the Winnetka location and the inside and decor is so welcoming. The clean fresh lines with bakery treats lining the counter, makes for a very appealing coffee shop. They have an extensive menu of eats and actually less of a variety of coffee drinks. They do also offer smoothies and juices. A friend ordered the chili soup and said it was decent. Very bustling vibe on a weekday afternoon. read more

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I stopped in here for a caffeine fix. Unfortunately we already had plans for dessert immediately after but wow, the pastry display looked amazing! I need to go back to try their cookies and pop tarts. I had the honey cinnamon oat latte. I love how fresh and clean the interior is, and they appear to be dog friendly given they had so many pics of customers with their dogs on display! read more

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We made a stop on our way to the Home Alone house, and we are glad we did. Very friendly service and delicious cookies! Lattes are pretty good. Thanks for treating us so well. We will definitely be visiting again. Ample seating, all toasts look so delicious! Tried: S'mores cookie & a maple cinnamon late. read more

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Always good food and environment. Snooty girls usually (not this time...). I'd like to try other menu items. Great donut selection. read more

Hometown Coffee & Juice - Tasty breakfast wrap - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

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Always good quality food and service. I love their salmon bagel and lattes. Their regular bagels and oatmeal is just as good too!

This spot is a great choice for a tasty breakfast, though my personal favorite is their smoothie. However, the staff often seem unhappy, except for the person at the pick-up station who actually smiles. read more

Found myself in Winnetka and whilst here I thought I'd find a coffee shop, and Hometown was just down the street from the shop I'd visited. It's a very popular place and it's easy to see why. Staff are friendly enough and the food isn't bad. I ordered a bagel sandwich, chai latte, and a couple of their crystalized ginger cookies. The bagel sandwich wasn't anything to write home about; the bagel itself was actually pretty disappointing, like one of those soft bagels that you get from the bread aisle at the grocery store. But it was fine, and I was hungry, so I have no regrets. The cookie was really my favorite. I don't even like ginger, let alone big chunks of crystalized ginger (which weren't that big, but they were small chunks and I don't really love ginger) and though I fully expected to give one of these cookies to my significant other, I kept it for myself. If they have them and you're around, definitely treat yourself. Ordering is at the counter, but they bring your food out to you. I was a little surprised at the wait time, given their menu and the number of folks there, because they don't have a lot of variety on their menu--it's mostly bagel sandwiches, so no pancakes/omelets/etc. Even ordering a coffee it said the wait was 10-15 minutes... which is kind of astounding. However, perhaps if someone actually came in and just ordered coffee/juice, it would be shorter than that. There's counter seating as well as some tables and a small seating area of armchairs, to keep the place casual and comfy. The place is super clean which is what you want to see in a restaurant! They have heated outdoor seating, which is pretty awesome. The heating elements are underneath the awning, and it's actually pretty warm. I don't know how it would feel in 20° weather, but in 40° weather it seemed like it could be pretty comfortable as I was walking under them (and since there were several groups of folks in sitting out there it probably was nice). There's no dedicated parking, but a good deal of street parking along Lincoln and Elm right by their corner, and a couple blocks away (west of Green Bay Road) there's a parking lot for the downtown shopping district as well. They have heated outdoor seating, which is pretty awesome. The heating elements are underneath the awning, and it's actually pretty warm. I don't know how it would feel in 20° weather, but in 40° weather it was pretty comfortable. read more

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Cool place in downtown Winnetka for coffee and breakfast. Hometown is less expensive than it looks. It's certainly not cheap but surprisingly affordable for this fancy ass suburb. For sure people want coffee. They can also get fruit bowls and avocado toast. A pretty crowded place at breakfast. It's hard to get any work done here. This isn't a good place for that. Anyway, it's worth coming here for the coffee and food. The coffee is pretty typical and may actually be the least interesting thing. It's about $2 a cup. Of course, then add some for non dairy milk. I got the Green Bowl. It's about $10 for a ton of fruit and vegetables all mixed. The base was made of avocados, bananas, coconut milk, and spinach. Could hardly taste any vegetables in it. This was topped with agave, bananas, chia seeds, granola, kiwi, and strawberries. Less expensive than it looks as you get tons packed into a bowl. This is a good price. Good value for what you get. It has coffee along with bowls and pastries. There's a few things for vegans. read more

Hometown Coffee & Juice - Coffee And The Green Bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

Back at Hometown and wanted to try something else on the menu! Ordered the Anytime Toast and it was really good and filling. All for a great price. Service was efficient, especially for mid-morning on a Sunday. The inside is cute with a decent amount of seating as well as outdoor tables. read more

Hometown Coffee & Juice - Anytime Toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

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I always make a point to come here when I'm in the area. The space itself is clean and inviting. They have outdoor seating you can enjoy in nice days. I especially like the coffee and cookies. They have a big menu but I usually come for a drink. I appreciate that when they are busy they have estimates on the wall of expected wait times. It's also an extra nice touch that they bring your food to the table. The downtown has plenty of free parking. read more

While this cafe is pretty bright and tidy, I found the staff to be rushed and not terribly kind. The place was packed when I went, so clearly they have a solid group of clientele but the experience left much to be desired on my end. read more

The prices for their coffee are great! The day we went it was packed, it didn't take too long for the coffee but there is a sign posted that coffee wait time can be 15-20 minutes. read more

I swear! Teena S, a credible yelper out of Winnetka was the main instigator for this visit to Hometown Coffee & Juice with her endorsement of the restaurant and menu recommendations. It became my choice for eats post completion of my run along Green Bay Trail. There are plentiful parking spots available along Lincoln Ave in spite of it being shared with other restaurants and businesses. Believe it or not, there is always someone leaving this area if you cannot find anything upon arriving. While locating a parking spot, I had no idea what to expect once I entered because it appears to be a very popular choice in the area. I nearly considered its neighboring restaurant, Stacked & Folded due to that, but I went along with visiting because it is loved by one of my regulars. I was acknowledged by an employee as soon as I walked up to the counter but needed a brief moment to gauge what I wanted to order. As much as I wanted to order a sandwich, I kept browsing the smoothies offered on their menu. Being a vegetarian, the process of ordering just takes longer for me, especially when I visit at the spur of the moment like I did with Hometown Coffee & Juice. Likely, if I were to have ordered a sandwich, I would have ordered the veggie sandwich. For future orders, it will be either the veggie sandwich, or the Greek avocado toast, as recommended. The employee who assisted me was patient from the initial encounter at the counter, and as I contemplated what smoothie I wanted to order which ended up being a PB & Banana smoothie. Anything pertaining to smoothies consisting of peanut butter just makes my taste buds melt! Inside, Hometown Coffee & Juice consists of modern style furniture which gives off an elegant, yet minimalistic vibe with a much welcoming presence compared to Starbucks. And the mood of this ambiance feels very casual dining like, but its menu makes it the perfect spot for brunch, or to have coffee or espresso drinks. In a reasonable time, I was informed via a buzzing/vibrating LRS (Long Range Service) pager that my PB & Banana smoothie was completed. And I must say that while walking to my vehicle, I smirked in anticipation of what it would taste like. There were certainly no disappointments in it. I was satisfied with its visual appeal along with its delicious taste which I casually sipped and enjoyed while leaving the area. The PB & Banana smoothie tastes exactly like it sounds. Yum! Being that I had a satisfying experience, I would gladly order from Hometown Coffee & Juice again when in the area. And as Teena gave her endorsement of this restaurant to me, I share my endorsement of it as well with you all. ~ Peace. Love. Happiness. ~ Thomas G read more

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Yay! So excited for Hometown to open in Winnetka. Headlamps are hanging from above so you can stay cozy outdoors. The Classic (Avocado toast) - delicious The Club under bagel melts - delicious The Hometown breakfast sandwich - delicious Chai latte with unsweetened almond milk - perfect Everything that I've tried here is really good! I can't wait to come back and try other items on the menu. People here are super friendly and patient. read more

Hometown Coffee & Juice - Avocado toast - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

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I love you please come to glenview!!!! Fresh healthy options!!!! Get kale salad and almond bowl read more

The food and juices here are super good and a great healthy spot to eat at. On a weekend afternoon it is paced and very hard to find a spot to sit down at, even more so when the weather is nice. They are very quick to get the orders out dine in or take out, even with the crowds that they have. Your getting what you asked for and can't be disappointed. read more

Hometown Coffee & Juice - kale salad and lox bagel - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

Cute coffee shop with delicious toasts. It is always busy but there is lots of space. My favs are matcha and avo lox toast read more

Hometown Coffee & Juice - people sitting at tables in a coffee shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

My #1 favorite spot in the north shore and Winnetka. Great food and service Keep it up !!!!! read more

My fav coffee place in town! Great place to bring the kiddos to get treats too! Service is always amazing and the ambiance is a true coffeehouse vibe. read more

Hometown Coffee & Juice - Honey Cinnamon Oat Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

I have gone to the Glencoe location more often and I've always been extremely satisfied. I've been to the Winnetka location far less often with mixed results. While both are extremely popular and therefore busy and packed with people, somehow the Glencoe location manages the crowds better. It's a good problem for the proprietors but not so good for the customers when there's not a seat to be had. I noticed many people visiting for a long time or working for a long time, I'm sure I've done this myself and there's nothing to be done about it- it would be far worse to ask people to leave! When I approached the counter I asked a few simple questions about the food that required opinions and the folks working didn't seem very knowledgeable about the food. I ordered a kale salad with quinoa and sweet potato. The sweet potato was chopped so finely that it didn't provide any substance or taste, there was barely any quinoa or pumpkin seeds. Additionally, 2/3 of our very simple coffee orders were messed up and had to be remade. Addendum: shortly after posting my review I received a lovely heartfelt response from the business owner. It is clear that he and his wife (co-owners) care deeply about their customers and work extra hard to satisfy. I will continue to visit both locations and suggest that you do as well. Wishing them the best! read more

Everything looked fantastic food-wise, but I wandered in for an after lunch latte. The process is odd - make the latte, pass it to another person in a cubby hole sort of enclosure, who triggers a handheld buzzer/light and you pick up the brew from the cubby hole counter area. The decor is cold chic, modern. The latte seemed bitter. (It's on the list for a second more in depth try later). read more

Why go to Starbucks when you've got Hometown. The prices for drinks are fair and the teas and coffees taste great. The staff is welcoming and provides good service. The atmosphere is inviting and homey. The Gilmore Girls would love it here. I haven't tried the food yet, but it looks excellent. One day my willpower will be overcome. It can get crowded. read more

Modern large caffe with smoothies, espresso drinks, pastries, and hot sandwich options. We went light with a banana espresso and blueberry smoothies. Both bright with flavor, fresh, and delicious. The smoothies are prepared in the kitchen and brought to the pickup area. They're not prepared at the order counter. The wait was short and atmosphere pleasant. Will return to try more drinks and something from the hot menu. read more

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Okay! I manage an office in the area so this place is just a walk away and I'm so glad it is because it'll help fulfill my need for a coffee fix! It's fairly new so I expected it to be busy, but the line moved quick. Staff was really courteous and did not rush us to order. (We we're chatting about the place and how nice it was and the food menu even though we were only there for coffee.). Overall good customer service and my latte was on point. I'll be back to try out other times soon! read more

Hometown Coffee & Juice - Almond milk latte! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

This place has promise but they cut too many corners for my liking. This morning's bagel and lox for $12.75 included one piece of lox on each half of the bagel that did not even cover the circumference. The lids on the takeout coffee are low quality and the coffee drips out between the cup and the lid before making its way to your mouth. No simple menu items for kids other than a bagel and cream cheese, even though the neighborhood is teeming with toddlers. The coffee is also just okay. Make the trip over to Towne & Oak which is serves much fresher fare and a delicious cup of Joe. read more

Hometown Coffee & Juice - Bagel and lox - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

What a gem ! Great food , perfect atmosphere, very clean and great employees. Prices also very fair ! I have tried the toasts , sandwiches and oatmeal and I love their Americano! read more

Not only did my cappuccino take 10 min though no one was in front of me but it came cold because they prepared 5 drinks for those behind me .. Terrible! read more

I love this restaurant that is sprouting new locations all over the north shore. The bacon egg, and cheese wrap is especially delicious as is the avocado toast. It is a casual dining restaurant where you order up front and they bring your order to your table using placards with local street names to find you. I think this is a nice, neighborly touch. Outside dining in the warmer months is very pleasant. read more

Such a cute place! I wish we had somewhere like this in my town! Great selections of smoothies, shakes and food. Very friendly service and quick to get our order out. read more

My wife and I enjoyed coffee and cake there. Nice area, great Brooke. I'd like to get back there. read more

Hometown Coffee & Juice - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Winnetka, Illinois

Favorite coffee place, can get packed and loud but a table opens up pretty fast. The coffee and food are decent, but the pastries are to die for. Honestly just appreciate the ambiance more so than the menu items. read more

I order pretty regularly for lunch and the food is always good. Portion size is just right for me. This morning, I ordered the Blueberry Banana smoothie with vegan protein and WOW. Dessert for breakfast. Will definitely order again! read more

One thing that I cannot get past with sit down venues is the use of disposable plastic. They give out to-go cups for coffee and if you want a glass of water it's a plastic cup - and they don't recycle. No care about the environment whatsoever. Otherwise the interior atmosphere was nice, coffee tasted good, but food was just ok. read more

This place is mediocre. Think Einstein bagels but double the price. I was excited to have a nice coffee shop with food options open up right by me but it continues to disappoint. The coffee is bad and over priced. The food tastes and looks like something you would get at an airport. The staff seem to be only focused on takeout orders made on the app - this leaves people wanting to pick up a coffee and sandwich sitting around for 15+ minutes. read more

Good coffee and sandwiches, but service so slow I am considering ditching the remaining balance on the gift card I got from my boss and not coming back. read more