This coffee shop has the most kind humble staff! The owner was at the counter when I was there! The…read moreart was phenomenal! There was plenty of seating in the back and it looked like a great spot to get some work done or meet up with a friend and catch up!!! I didn't try and if the treats but they did look good! This locally owned coffee shop is great and has a wide array of flavors for all tastes!

This coffee shop is TRULY a hidden gem. I ran into it randomly and it ended up being my favorite…read moreplace. If it was closer to me I would go often. It's the best coffee shop you will try in Chicago; I don't quite understand how it is not popular. The drinks are just perfect. They're of quality and the flavors blend in so well with the richness of the coffee. The drinks are truly made with love and it shows from the taste. I got the lavender latte and tried my friends chai latte. Both drinks were phenomenal. It's hard to find unique coffee drinks that aren't overly sweet. This spot has it down to perfection. I also loved that the shop itself felt so cozy and intentionally curated.

Kiubo open only over the weekends is definitely a coffee shop that you should stop by! I loved the…read morequemaditas latte. It was very warm, autumnal to drink on a cold winter morning. The staff members are very friendly and even helped me heat up the ham and cheese croissant! The Kiubo community center is a joint collaboration with a flower shop and souvenirs shop. May sure to check them out!

Retail collective called KIUBO started by 3 aspiring millennials. Coffee is exclusively sourced…read morefrom cafe de mujeres Mexico. The space is design from their travels in Mexico and looks amazing- see pics. Flowers also on-site We had the elotito - a cappuccino with a distinct presence of elote. Perfectly sweetened with silky smooth frothy milk. You feel all the TLC they put in opening this place. You should check it out this is not just another coffee shop. This is local, distinct and cool. Highly recommended.

A beautiful space with lovely people and A PARKING LOT?! Unbelievable. Truly a highlight of our…read moretrip.

Came here for a study session, it was a cute, cozy, small area that's below the church. They also…read morehave a parking lot which I noticed after I arrived. The coffee was good and my favorite was the horchata latte. Staff are friendly and it was just a cozy experience.

Really enjoyed my lavender iced coffee! This place is super cute and has really friendly staff…read more They have natural honey products for sale which is AMAZING! Plus some super cute merch. If you're a cafe person please check this spot out.

I love a local, Black-owned spot to add to my work from home cafe rotation!…read more The Bee Stinger with any tea is a must try, along with the Zuppa Toscana soup. I've tried a few of the sandwiches which I loved. There's locally grown honey available for purchase, along with ice-cream for purchase from a local, Black and woman owned business. Chargers near each table and at the counter.

One of the best (if not the best) coffee places in Chicago, we've been a big fan for several years…read moreand never had a bad bag or coffee. We try to make time to stop in anytime we're in the area and stock up so that we can enjoy their coffee on the daily. Staff is always super friendly and knowledgeable

I . Was in Chicago…read morefor the weekend. Prior to arriving I read an article about the top 100 coffee shops in the world. ( see link below ). While reading I saw that Metric in Chicago was on the list. And that was the sign this place had to be a must try! Came here on a Saturday morning. I walked a few miles from downtown to the neighborhood this place is in. It is in an industrial part town of area. Kind of reminds me of the west bank of the flats area or temont type of area we have in Cleveland. The shop itself is not very big. However the coffee, is absolutely incredible. While there I met Cara . She was so friendly and knowledgeable. I mentioned that the reason for making the walk to this place was to see how it measured with award of top 100 shop. From there I got my espresso. Amazing. Just amazing! Cara also took the time explain the cupping process. And how Metric gets their beans. The educational experience for a coffee nerd like myself was . And then getting a chance to do the cupping was icing on the cake!!! I'm very glad that I got to experience this gem of a shop. I truly understand why it's top . When in Chicago, for any coffee lover/nerd. Come here. I promise you will love it!!! https://theworlds100bestcoffeeshops.com/locales/metric/

My wife and sister probably think I am absolutely crazy but every time we visit my sister (and when…read moreI lived there), this was my favorite breakfast spot before work. They have the best morning bagels I have ever had! Sure, I could put cream cheese, onion, tomato and cucumber on one at home but it is NOT the same! I have tried! Whatever they do to make their bagels is so much better than the store bought ones I can find. Not to mention that I love their scones! I might sound like I have a food problem but I love their morning bagels with a blueberry scone for later and top it all off with a vanilla latte. The service is always pretty quick, the staff is very friendly and if you eat there they play pretty good music. There are only like 6 seats inside but they also have an outdoor area too for summer.

I love this spot! The sandwiches are always loaded and taste so fresh! My go-to drink is the iced…read morematcha with a hint of sweetness! So good! There's usually a line when I go on weekends but it moves really fast. The employees are always courteous. There's a patio right outside on Damen with tables & chairs that's perfect for dining when the weather is nice! Prices are so affordable that I will be back again & again!

Ordered from Froth Cafe thinking it'd be a normal coffee situation... it was not. It was better…read more The dalgona latte showed up with massive chunks of toffee--like, not decorative, not subtle... full-on "we believe in happiness" pieces. Every sip felt like a reward for simply existing. Also tried something called "False Spring," which has carrot juice in it (I know, I had questions too). But somehow it works! It's fresh, a little sweet, and makes you feel like you've made a good life decision--even if you're just ordering coffee in pajamas. Everything arrived perfectly and tasted like someone actually cared while making it. 10/10, would absolutely order again and pretend I'm a sophisticated person with a refined palate.

Stopped by to try their breakfast and specialty coffee drinks but missed breakfast by 30 minutes --…read moremy boyfriend ended up trying their Italian sandwich We also ordered their dalgona latte and cold brew (we originally wanted to try their ladybird and stuntman mike but was told at the register that both were no longer available) There was a super sweet barista with curly hair who offered to add regular cream top to my boyfriend's cold brew coffee because we thought we had ordered the stuntman I would say the dalgona latte tastes much better when the toffee is melted -- when I first tried the drink it didn't taste sweet enough for me but once the toffee melted it tasted better I would say that the ambiance of this space really left an impression -- it was extremely spacious and had lots of tables for studying. If I was a local, I could definitely see this space as a regular study spot To be honest, I feel like my boyfriend and I didn't order the best items because the coffee and food was just okay -- I'll come back to try their breakfast burrito and potato wedges next time, and maybe try different speciality drinks like their hibiscus matcha or this purple iced drink I saw everyone ordering But the staff was so kind and the space had great vibes so I hope to try more from them next time!

Brand spanking new cafe in the medical sciences library. I hate when we are reduced to stereotypes…read morebut at one point when I was in there, all the customers were Asian-Americans. It's a comfy, quiet little coffee shop with new but pleasant workers, good coffee, some light snacks that could be lunch. The one thing I don't like is that this place doesn't allow the workers to take tips. Unless they are getting paid over $15 an hour, that's not right.

I've been to this location a handful of times now. I've gotten iced coffee, drip coffee a couple…read moretimes, and an iced americano. None of them were particularly exceptional, but they serve their purpose of caffeinating (if that be your goal). I believe they use the same roast for all 3 of those drinks, which is a bright, acidic roast. If you're into that sort of taste, then this place will suit your needs. The employees are hit or miss. I've had a couple good experiences and a couple poor experiences--not rudeness, but not an inviting, pleasant attitude. It wouldn't keep me from coming to this location, but it is a bit of a letdown to be served by someone who doesn't seem to want to serve. All in all, I enjoy this coffee and the employees more than the alternative around the bend from here, but it won't become my go-to stop for now. For now, I prefer walking to Starbucks, although I don't consider myself a Starbucks person.

Absolutely adore this place. Wonderful, warm and inclusive atmosphere with warm hospitality from…read morethe moment you walk in. The food and drinks are all well made, the 405 and West Coast are my favorite sandwiches, you can really tell they put a lot of love and effort into what they do. The drinks are made with equal care and love. I also think it's so wonderful to see a business actively trying to give back to the community and is not afraid to stand up for what they believe. Don't skip if you live in the neighborhood.

This is such a sweet, tasty stop in Pilsen! We had the Pink Line and 606 bagels - both tasted…read moredelicious and were full of flavor. The 606 was unlike any combo of flavors I'd had before on a bagel: sweet, salty, slightly bitter from the arugula. For bagel connoisseurs, the bagels themselves were nothing particularly special. The space itself is spacious and has nice seating options. There's also colorful drawn pictures on the wall that makes the space feel bright and happy. I will say, it does get a little smoky inside, so they do need to work on their ventilation system. The staff was friendly and helpful! No complaints. Overall, a nice spot for a breakfast and drink in the morning!

Sparrow Coffee Roastery is incredible! The coffee is absolutely excellent and perfectly roasted. I…read moreloved the smooth taste of my latte and the beautiful latte art. The atmosphere is modern and very welcoming. A must-visit for any true coffee enthusiast!

I just flew in from out of town and was looking for a coffee shop near the wedding venue I was…read moresupposed to be at in a few hours. I didn't pay attention to the "roastery" portion of the name so I walked in expecting to buy a cup of coffee and use the wifi to work for a few hours. Everyone greeted me so kindly even though I had obviously NOT stumbled into a coffee shop, but a warehouse. Chris also made me a coffee in his office, answered all my questions about the different machines in the warehouse and told me multiple times to "make myself at home" until I could get into the wedding venue I was supposed to be at. Absolutely blown away by the customer service and so thankful to the team for turning a stressful few hours into a very pleasant afternoon!