The Knight and The Bible…read more On a drive up to Chicago to catch a vacation flight, we stopped at The Cup and The Scone to get us caffeinated for the rest of the drive. We got there about 30 minutes before close and the barista was super nice as we ordered our drinks. Emily got a caramel latte and I got the.. you guessed it... an iced americano. We also grabbed a blueberry-lemon, cranberry-orange, and birthday cake scone. While we stood there as the barista was making our drinks, we chatted her up a bit and we were able to get a few free stickers from her. She said they don't use them all too much and was happy to give us two each. Once we got our drinks, we took off to the upper part of the coffeehouse and promised we wouldn't be too long since they were closing soon. Before we headed upstairs, I took some photos with the suit of armor that is by the counter. When we got upstairs, I was surprised to see another suit of armor, so I took a photo with that one, too. The Cup and The Scone specializes in a lot of gluten-free products and a small bit of religion. I don't know if their entire menu is gluten-free but as someone who's mom is gluten sensitive (and I will probably be at some point), the care about GI issues is great. As for the religious stuff, if you don't see the occasion bible strewn about the place, you'd honestly never know. But, their website seems to support helping people and I think that also is super great as this world is getting rough and scary. Any who, Emily and I really enjoyed our drinks. The americano hit all the right notes and Emily was delighted with her latte. We were split on the scones. I really liked the birthday cake while she really liked the cranberry-orange while we both thought the blueberry-lemon was just alright. We held true to our promise and dipped out before 2pm and hit the road. If I find myself in Pontiac for some reason in the future, The Cup and The Scone will definitely be my spot to get some americanos.

I was initially drawn to this spot by the big knight in shining armor that I saw on Yelp (I'm a big…read morechess fan) and then pleasantly surprised at how cool this place is. The decor really makes this spot, with lots of fun themed signs throughout the restaurant. This definitely gives it a different and more fun vibe than the average coffee house and the upstairs loft is cozy to hangout in as well. The coffee flavors and preparation are quite good here -- flavorful, and made with high quality ingredients. I also enjoyed the mini scones, with a nice texture that was soft but a little more firm than a muffin. Overall, definitely worth a visit if you're in Pontiac. Great vibe and delicious food.

Friendly staff and absolutely delicious coffee. Several non-dairy options available and a couple…read more"gluten friendly" options including a muffin and cookie. Lots of space inside if you wanted to hang out for a while and all spaces are accessible if you're using mobility equipment.

I came here and tried their seasonal drink, vanilla and blueberry latte...it was delicious! The…read morepeople working were super friendly. The food looked delicious but I did not try it. There was plenty of places to sit and enjoy food, drinks and quality time. Highly recommend!

The food service and ambiance are the best. It reminds u of those good old times. Good coffee .read more

I ordered the chai, half expecting something thin and overly sweet. What arrived instead was a…read morewarm, fragrant testament to restraint--balanced spices, just enough milk, and a whisper of quiet joy. I sat back with K.W. in one of the window-side chairs, letting the mug steam gently into the late-morning light, and took in the interior. It's the kind of place that rewards attention: reclaimed wood, soft colors, seating that invites rather than insists. This was not an Instagram café--it was a Christian coffee shop. And I mean that as praise. I don't just mean it had a verse on the wall or worship music humming faintly behind the grinder. I mean the place carried a spirit of care. You could feel it in the details, the warmth of the baristas, and--most of all--in the baby shower happening quietly in the side room. From what I could tell, it was all women--close family friends of the expectant mother--gathered in soft tones, with gifts, cake, and affection flowing. There were balloons. Laughter. Maybe a tear or two, but the joyful kind. I thought about the holiness of childhood, the ridiculous courage of parenting, and the spiritual stubbornness it takes to keep loving in public. There are many ways to do Christianity poorly. But when it holds space for reflection, for the protection of the vulnerable--children, the poor, the disabled--it becomes something rare and tender. Guest House feels like one of those places where such values are quietly lived out, without announcement or ego. I'll be back. For the chai. For the ambience. But mostly to support a place that, in its own gentle way, remembers what a gift life is.

For the longest time, my team would go to McDonald's or Casey's for a cup of coffee. When we…read morelearned about Tea and Grounds, it was an absolute game changer. This local tea and coffee shop is light years ahead of the drinks on offer at other places in town, and I find myself grabbing a drink whenever I'm in for business. The interior is very warm and inviting with plenty of space to mingle or do work. The employees there are always helpful and can make recommendations on their favorites. They also sell local artisanal gifts. It's also a very communal location, they host a pop up take out lunch spot and is right next to the golf course. Tea and Grounds also wins the award for most unique drive thru. I'm not a coffee drinker, but everyone that drinks Tea and Grounds' coffee loves it. For me, a good London Fog or pumpkin spice latte (without the coffee) does the spot. The tea doesn't taste like the boring generic flavored tea, it is fantastic. Don't settle for the muddled down coffee, get the real deal at Tea and Grounds!

Holee Shyeeeeet, this some dam good coffey1! I was goin to caseys and drinking they slop for god…read moreknows how long and then i finally discuvered this place. I be getting my favorite drink, the decaf americano, plain, no shugar or nothin, and boy it be good as hell. And they got a drive thru so you dont gotta get out your car, it be like that. Yup.

The new business was opened and a group of us tried it. We all had coffee or tea and some got…read morecookies. The iced mocha coffee was disappointing and cost more than other places. Would not buy the iced coffee again! It's a nice setting though and glad there is a business in there again. Hopefully they will get things ironed out and do well, I sure hope so.

It was closed (likely due to COVID). bummer, looked nice. Do I have to give rating to let people…read moreknow that? I gave it 5 stars for promise of the future.

Cozy little town java juicer with a drive thru, I found a pleasantly decorated space and friendly…read morestaff serving the usual menu of caffeine, sugar, and tasty looking treats. My latte was very well balanced, bitter against the syrup, a smash hit ideal for the humidity and roadtrip. I was happy with the price too but hope these talented ladies start making some syrups in house soon to fit the classy desserts and foods.

Well, I found myself in good ol Fairbury, IL. A business I was at recommended this place. It's a…read moretiny little old school trailer looking thing. You just drive right up and order. I honestly think it's so cool. And the girl working was SO nice and friendly. I had never been here and she was super patient and helpful. The drink I ended up with was an iced toffee nut latte (never had this in my life). It was fiiiiire!! If you ever happen to be in the middle of Illinois - make a stop!

Super cool cafe, suitable for working on laptops. The baristas are so professional in coffee making…read moreand nice to chat with. I like the major color of black, which makes the cafe calm and cozy, especially vibes with rainy days. Their coffee beans have special sorts of aroma, and their coffee tastes really good when mixed with oat milk. Love this cafe!

Holy Cow! I had the vanilla latte and in my opinion its better than SB's or something-Brew. Aaron…read moreand his staff are amazing, atmosphere is serene, I'll be going back to The River very soon.

Absolutely LOVE Main Street Cookies & Cream. The ice cream is great, there's always at least one…read morenon-dairy flavor, and the teas and lemonades are ahhhh-mazing. This is a small business with big heart for their small town humans and we will support this establishment (and their new mobile one) as long as they're here! We love their gluten free bakery treats and hope to see more in the future!

From the owner: Ice Cream, Coffee, Pastries. read more

My husband and I love to explore little towns in Illinois. El Paso was adorable. This coffee shop…read moreoutshines any I have ever been to. The ambience was A+++, the avocado toast was so yummy and my vanilla ice coffee was perfection. The service is warm, friendly, and fast. I will come back.

Java Café is such a cozy little spot in a quaint town. I had the veggie avocado toast and it was…read morefresh and flavorful. The veggies are served raw per the kitchen and it worked well, though I do wish there had been a little more avocado. Still, it was delicious and satisfying. I paired it with the rooibos hibiscus tea which was light and refreshing. They also have self serve water and a clean up yourself setup which keeps the vibe laid back. Food is served during breakfast hours only, but they do keep a grab and go refrigerated case stocked with premade items if you stop by later. Staff were friendly and kind, and the atmosphere is extremely inviting with plenty of nooks to settle into. One of the highlights is a painted chess table that adds to the artsy charm and is perfect for a photo. They also have a shaded outdoor patio if you want to sit outside. Definitely worth stopping in if you are in the area and looking for good food, tea, and a comfortable place to relax.

6/5/26 First time customers, we thought it was a great…read moreplace. Our server was excellent and I did not catch her name (she did have a cat tattoo on the back of her right upper arm). Stephanie got two buttermilk pancakes and 2 sausage links, I got the banana bread French toast? What no way!!! It was great, came topped with bananas and housemade whipped cream and a caramel drizzle and I believe candied pecans. I did not get a picture, of our meals. We definitely want to return. We live an hour away, so we need to plan for it. Thank you and we will return!!

Maple & Yolk has great proportions for the price…read more The aesthetic is nice. The restaurant is packed to the brim with every table filled so it's hard to have a conversation with your group because it's loud. We had to join the online waitlist a few hours in advance, so we didn't show up until we were notified that our table was almost ready. The waiting area inside is very small.