In need of nourishment on a trip to Chicago, we stopped by Magnifico Coffee Roasters for some food and coffee. The establishment has a chill atmosphere and the owner was so incredibly friendly. Even though we were out of town, we were immediately invited to a small event they were having the next day and asked about our days in a manner that reflected genuine interest. I wish this could be my local coffee shop, you're so lucky if this is! Their unique offering was a wonderful selection of coffee and a delicious array of Colombian pastries. We ordered an empanada, a churro donut, almojabana, and the pan de bono. I'm vegetarian so I was very happy to see such a wide number of options for me! The churro donut was delicious and cinnamony - if you like sweet breakfasts, definitely get this! I really enjoyed the almojabana and the pan de bono. I liked the pan de bono so much, I even took a picture of the crumb to share with my mother, who is Colombian! Truly, I could have eaten 5 of the pan de bono because they tasted just like the homemade one's my abuela would make when she visited. read more

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It's a bit far out of the city but if you're looking for interesting beans, Magnifico should be on your list. I had a wonderful light roast pour over (El Paraiso). They use the Kalita pour over here and it produces a fantastic product- bright and clean while still showcasing some bold flavors. The cortado was also excellent. The servers are all very friendly and will help you pick out a coffee based on your preferences. Great sunlight from the floor-to-ceiling windows and abundance of seats, this shop would be a great place for a coffee date or to get some work done. read more

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cute coffee shop, great coffee, the CUTEST espresso art, yummy pastries, and super friendly baristas. what's not to love? read more

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We came here on the recommendation of a friend who's a regular. In short -- the coffee is really excellent. No complaints. But like most coffee shops, this one could use more seating. When we arrived, it was empty, so we managed to grab a table, but within 5 minutes the place was so full that people had to just grab their coffee and leave. Overall, though, the vibe is great! read more

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Happy new year and first review of 2025! I'm not sure if I've ever been to a coffee shop with friendly or people at it. The man who took my order (perhaps the owner? Not sure, but he was giving me that vibe) was super was incredibly friendly and personable. The chai I ordered was great, and my little one loved the pan de bono I picked for her. I had a churro donut and it was pretty good--if I got it again I might eat it right away because they warmed it up and it would be especially tasty. The shop is small but immaculately clean, and very sophisticated. There's indoor and outdoor seating (the latter in the warmer months, of course). They roast their own coffee here. They seem to be dog friendly, as a couple came in with their dogs and the owner said that they were out of treats that day. Parking was a cinch, which I wasn't expecting at all. And as of December 2024 the street parking was free, so you don't have a reason not to come. read more

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Pros - free street parking, wifi, friendly staff I walked in an was greeted by friendly staff. They have Colombian pastries but sadly when I visited they were running low on options. I tried the churro donut which was served warm and has a soft caramel filling. I also ordered a lavender latte and I was so pleasantly surprised by the adorable latte art! I wish they had more substantial food items on the menu but it is mostly just pastries. The staff were lovely and I'd definitely go back to try other menu items. read more

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I recently started grinding coffee beans at home and trying my hand at pour over after getting tired of my Keurig. I wanted to try some local spots and searched around, finding Magnifico. I ordered a couple of bags online and waited for them to arrive. What I didn't expect was for them to arrive with a very nice handwritten note complete with a piece of chocolate taped to it and a card for a free coffee when I can stop in their physical store. It was a very nice addition and I appreciated the time taken. The coffee I ordered was also phenomenal and I highly recommend it read more

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Love love love. Very friendly, family-feel vibes yet the machines, lattes and drinks are all very cool if you know what I mean. Presentation - pictures say all. Taste wise - nutty, balanced and strong. The pastries are great, too. We really enjoy the chewy and not overly sweet guava bun and beef empanada. read more

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Great coffee shop, local roasters who are very passionate about their coffee - all from Colombia. We tried a couple of the espresso drinks, the flavored ones are good and balanced, the espresso itself has a great flavor profile for a medium/darker roast read more

I love this spot! If you're getting your drink for here, you might just get to enjoy some wonderful latte art. The drinks are great, they've been excellent every time. There is a nice selection of pastries including a few gf options. I love the pan de bono with guava. Service is friendly and attentive. I really love the staff here, they're lovely. Wi-Fi works great, my only complaint is that I wish they had more space since it's frequently pretty busy and there's not always a table available. But I'm thrilled for them that they're buzzing! Looking forward to watching this business grow. read more

Super friendly coffee shop with lots of sunny seating, delicious coffee (roasted in house!) and pastries. The owner's dad was playing chess at a table with anyone willing and there was a DJ spinning coffee shop mood tunes. Even the other patrons seemed extra friendly lol. A great addition to the neighborhood. read more

Magnifico Coffee Roasters - Spinach mushroom buddy croissant and a medium drip. Both fantastic! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is the best coffee roaster in Chicago, hands down. They have an amazing selection of high-quality Latin American coffees (I'm enjoying a cup of Marin Family, from Peru, as I type) and none will disappoint. However, my personal favorites are those from Colombia: Pitalito, Rayo Gesha, and of course, their House Roast. read more

Super friendly staff - I'm always greeted with a smile whenever I step foot into Magnifico. Space is nice with option to sit inside or out on the patio. I got the espresso grapefruit tonic and it was refreshing and delicious. Great neighborhood coffee spot with food/pastry options. read more

What a beautiful modern and sleek cafe! The baristas are incredibly friendly and there was great vibes all around. I got a cappuccino and there is a very talented artist making my drink because the latte art was so detailed. The coffee was balanced and did not need extra flavorings imo. The salted Caramel latte had a nuanced flavor which to me was perfect though my husband said he would've preferred a stronger flavor profile. We liked the ham and cheese croissant but would skip the beef empanada (crust needs more structure to hold the filling). I'd definitely come back for the delicious cappuccino and the warm and inviting atmosphere. read more

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Family-owned coffee shop + roastery with the sweetest owners!! There aren't a ton of seats for working, but there are a couple tables and counter seats available. I got an espresso tonic which was good and refreshing-- loved the hints of grapefruit flavor. The pastries were also tasty! I hope to come back one day to get a bag of beans. read more

Magnifico Coffee Roasters - espresso tonic, lavender latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Prior to reaching our lunch destination, I wanted to get some coffee and a snack in the area. My wife checked her food/restaurant map and mentioned Magnifico as a place she wanted to check out again (she had previously gone about a year ago and really liked it). When I stepped into the cafe, the first thing that I noticed and loved was the decor and color scheme of the place. The place felt warm and inviting, which was really solidified by the friendliness of the staff and our interactions with them. They greeted us when we entered, helped us with recs, bade us farewell when we left, and in general seemed happy to be there and engage in conversation if that's what you want. My wife's first experience here was very similar to this so I'm very glad they're consistent! Being that it was a blistering hot day, I opted to try something cold. They had a sign that mentioned an iced espresso tonic and so I decided to give that a try, pairing it with their churro donut filled with arequipe (I had to look this up - it's a sweet sauce made with sugar and milk that's very popular in Latin America). The donut was excellent and incredibly fluffy without being overly sweet as donuts tend to be. I was very tempted to order another! The iced espresso tonic was also a big hit - perfect for a hot day with a smooth taste profile and elements of citrus. If only I lived closer, I would stop by this place all the time! read more

Magnifico Coffee Roasters - Iced espresso tonic and churro donut - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A great spot, locally and family owned. Great coffee but even better breakfast pastries. I ate here every morning during an extended weekend in Chicago and did not have a bad item (ham and cheese croissant was my favorite, perfectly flaky). Staff was incredibly kind and helpful! read more

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Fantastic coffee shop near Avondale right off Milwaukee. Lots of parking on nearby side streets plus right out front. Small shop with just a handful of tables and cute bar height counters looking out the windows. I found it was a great shop to work from because there weren't too many distractions or loud noises, and the music was chill. The staff also couldn't have been kinder and friendlier! Their coffee menu is fairly simple -- why fix what isn't broke? I was planning on trying a toasted marshmallow (!) iced latte until I saw they had a special seasonal drink special: espresso tonic! It was sooo refreshing and delicious. Can't recommend enough! read more

I've only gotten orders to go and bought coffee beans, but the staff always has a great way of making me feel right at home. Such a positive and welcoming atmosphere. The Coffee is excellent and I've enjoyed the pastries from here as well. I highly recommend checking Magnifico Coffee out. read more

Some of the best coffee I've had in Chicago. Both the drip and the espresso drinks are on point. Super friendly service as well - a family owned and run establishment. Pan de bono are also great and gluten free! Try an espresso tonic with orange when it's warm outside. read more

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The service is always friendly, and the coffee is always great. Nice place to enjoy your coffee either inside or outside.

Stopped by this brand new Avondale coffee spot on Milwaukee Av where the owner is self-roasting his own direct imported Columbian, Guatemalan beans. The drip coffee was a perfect medium-light columbian roast with notes of chocolate but also bright somehow. Really great! The design vibe in here is awesome: owls! I talked to a co-owner for a bit--this place is family owned--and the owl logo is all about his grandmother, who used to love to paint owls! He has some of her original paintings on a wall with the story, and they commissioned a muralist to paint a crazy owl and floral pattern all along one wall--i would have thought it was wallpaper but he told me it is hand-painted. It's really cool. There's rail seating, a few tables, and wifi available. Baked goods coming next week when they are fully open, but it's open to the public now. Great new spot! Update: I found out that they received a partial grant from a Chicago community development grant to support new neighborhood small business. That's awesome. Hope they do well. read more

Great coffee...fabulous decor...flavorful pastries...friendly staff! It's a great place to sit and have coffee or to grab a cup to go. They make authentic drinks...REAL MACCHIATO!!! Although they would make the version if you want. But do the real one. read more

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Stopped in to Magnifico for the first time after lunch today and was met with great service from the super friendly baristas. They were happy to explain their menu offerings and answer any questions we had. We ended up all getting various lattes and the flavor of the Colombian espresso roast they use was a nice departure from the usual coffee I've had. I got a small latte with marshmallow flavor and it tasted great! Had a well-balanced sweetness and the barista who made our drinks even decided to show off some of his latte art skills for us. I wished I'd left some room for dessert as the pastries looked interesting but I guess that will just have to wait until next time. The inside of the cafe may look a little sparse in photos but the space had an undeniable warmth that I wouldn't have minded hanging out in for a little longer if we had had time. read more

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I went out of my way to come here because I saw they had opened and always want to support Colombian-owned businesses as a Colombian myself, but I was left with no desire to really want to come back. Upon walking in, there was not much of an acknowledgement or greeting from the gentleman behind the counter. From most experiences I have with Colombian owned businesses, I usually receive that warm fuzzy welcoming as that's always apart of our culture. Here? Nope. While the design and decor of this shop is very modern and nice, I thought it would feel less sterile and empty as well. Granted - they opened up recently so maybe it'll feel a little warmer and enjoyable to want to stay here. Unfortunately, after walking in and ordering, my group had no desire to stay so we took our coffee outside and left. Onto the coffee itself, my friend and I both didn't really like our coffee's too much either. Very disappointed, but I hope they improve going forward as I genuinely do want them to succeed. This place already gives the vibe that gentrification is very evident already in Avondale. read more

Pleasant coffee and customer service. Pastry from Aya.Came for a peaceful afternoon and they delivered. Will be back! read more

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A true blue third wave coffee shop, no doubt about it. They roast their coffee in-house on a nice (I think Diedrich?) roaster and pull their espresso on a very sleek Victoria Arduino Black Eagle, so you know they take what they're doing seriously and it shows in their product. I had a double house espresso w/ sparkling water and since my niece was standing next to me the cashier went the extra mile and also threw in a complimentary hot chocolate for her too! First time I've ever seen or heard that done and was very appreciative of it. The flavor profile of their house espresso was a rich dark chocolate, almond, toffee; what you'd ideally come to expect from a well-dialed in house roast. The team working here was also so warm and inviting and it just seems like they've got a great thing going so do yourself a favor and come give them some business (and a good tip, too!) read more

What a gem...this coffee shop was exquisite. Colombian traditions, yummy pastries, and an awesomely friendly group of people. Felt right at home as soon as we walked in. Not to mention the coffee was AMAZING and every drink delivered with outstanding presentation! Mr Mateo is an barista artist for certain. Great jazz band playing contributed to a cool atmosphere too. Highly recommend!! read more

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I've been here twice since I saw it driving along Milwaukee avenue. I've been in the area for a while and was looking forward to trying what looked like a great new coffee shop because there aren't too many around here. The coffee is delicious and the drinks are well made. I've had a basic hot and iced latte and both were top notch. Good flavor without excessive bitterness. Really good energy afterword without feeling jittery. My wife has had an iced matcha latte and a lavender latte. Both were delicious and subtly flavored (not too sweet). We also tried a bag of the house blend roasted beans at home and enjoyed the coffee. The almond croissant was also quite tasty. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. They absolutely appreciate their customers and are happy to chat with you. It's a family owned place and you can really feel the care and commitment to the community and the quality of what they put out. The atmosphere is sleek and modern with a cool logo and branding. They are clearly trying to ingratiate themselves as a community-centered business that delivers on high-quality modern standards. read more

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I was immediately greeted by the friendly staff at Magnifico. I must have had the "I need help" look because they began recommending pastries, which I caved and got the Churro donut; which was filled with caramel and absolutely bonkers (10/10 would eat again). I also got the Marshmallow Latte, which was equally mind blowing; just sweet enough without being too sweet, which is perfect for me. I almost forgot that my original reason for coming was to get beans, so I grabbed a bag, which I am very excited to try at home. It was cozy and warm inside (which was welcome on this cold December day); looks to be a great place to get some work done. I will definitely be coming back and recommending to friends! read more

Magnifico Coffee is a lovely addition to Avondale's coffee scene. My friend and I tried the vanilla and caramel latte which both tasted wonderful! The coffee beans are sourced from Colombia and are roasted on site. The pastries look to die for and I loved the inclusion of Colombian snacks and chips. The entire cafe is beautifully designed with locally sourced art on the wall and plenty of seating if you're looking to work from there. The owners were super sweet too! read more

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This coffee is unusually good for Chicago, I believe. The roast is smooth and yet quite powerful. This is not even in the same league as other locally roasted coffees, but rather approaching a high-end, or speciality roast of a Michelin restaurant. I do not expect to pay--post COVID-- a buck or two for this type of experience. It's not Dunkin Donuts! I discovered the business here, on Yelp. I travelled to Logan Square to have a try, and now its a favorite! This is a family-owned business. The family works well together it seems. I didn't even expect table-service, but I got it here! It has a good vibe for hanging-out. It's reminiscent of a coffee shop I visited in London a couple years back that I kept making my way back to throughout my London stay. It seems I'm doing the same with Magnifico Coffee now. Try it. If you enjoy fine coffees like me, you will probably find yourself going back to Magnifico many, many times! read more

Wonderful and warm owners and staff and great coffee!! Always a go to when visiting my son Chris and his wife Lo in Chicago! read more

Omg!!! The smell is amazing, I just want to sit and smell the coffee! They roast their own coffee which happened to be delightful. The service was a bit slow there was only three people in the front on a Sunday morning line wasn't long but it did take me a while just to get a drip that hadn't finished brewing. Obviously I was happy cause it was freshly brewed but I did run late for my appt and couldn't drink it. Downside there's not a lot of seats available so I know it will definitely be super hard to just sit and drink coffee in there. Anyway I also ordered an almond croissant which was scrumptious! Definitely will come back but with more time. read more

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The staff were very friendly. This coffee shop definitely seems to have its regular customers. My latte was fairly good, too. I only wish they had more tables and seats. Most of the seating are stools along the window front. There's also some outdoor seating which could be nice when it's warm. read more

The coffee is Awesome!! Great people! Great Place! I enjoyed the motorcycle conversation. read more

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If you want authentic Colombian coffee, pastries, and a nice place to work, Magnífico is your place read more

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The nicest people work here and the owners are so sweet too. The pan de bolo is so tasty! I love all 3 flavors they offer. They roast thier own coffee on site and the espresso is perfectly balanced read more

To the owners: my coffee friend says to Dial in / adjust the grind size because the espresso wasn't very strong/kinda watery. Very yummy coffee and sweet people and nice little candies out for customers. And my lavender latte was delicious but not super strong (which i don't mind but to be noted!) read more

I wanted to love this place. I love coffee shops and I'm always interested in trying new spots. But this one isn't it. It's a tiny, sterile spot. It's definitely not a place to chill and drink your coffee. And it's expensive. An iced latte with tip was over $8. And it wasn't even good. It was just bitter tasting. I wanted to love it but I probably won't be back. read more