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    4.1 (61 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm
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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Seasonal Blue Earth Matcha

    I've lived a block away from this place for the past two years, and it's so dangerous for my budget. There is not a single menu item I dislike, and I love that they're always introducing new seasonal drinks. Also, the staff are all super kind!

    Dog friendly walk up coffee shop with a good resting spot out front.
    Amanda G.

    Walk up window means I can stop by when I'm on dog walks. More places should copy this. They have a seasonal menu, I love variety. I believe I've had the cafe mocha a number of times, it's a good decision. A neighborhood staple, it's popular. Great impression from the staff too.

    Latte And Muffin
    Steve A.

    Basic looking yet also convenient window service coffee. It's one of the many places to get coffee around Logan Square. Necessary & Sufficient is only to go though. Even though it's a tiny place it has big taste and is friendly. There's more than just coffee, as there's muffins and pastries. Coffee is the main thing of course. It's about $5 for a latte. They have only one choice of non dairy milk, which is oat. Has more than coffee. There's also a few vegan seasonal muffins. It's $5 each. There's usually only one flavor they have at a time. Because it has limited space it's expected there's a limited menu. There's also pretty limited seating. On the side is a couple benches. There's also a few rocks. It seems the rocks are more comfortable. This makes it more of a place to get something and go than stick around it seems. Good stuff as far as coffee. It also has pretty good muffins. The prices are pretty high for some of the fancier stuff but it's to be expected for this kind of small place though.

    Aesha E.

    It's a cute little coffee window on the northwest corner of Monticello and Wrightwood in Logan. I'm sure it's a great convenience if you live in the neighborhood; I don't, so I just stopped here whilst driving through. Their stuff is... expensive. $9 for a 16 ounce "chai-der"? Yikes. I went for the small one and the 11 ounce version still cost me almost six and half bucks. Unfortunately, to cap it all off, the drink wasn't good. I've had similar drinks that was a blend of chai and apple cider and liked them, but this was... I don't know how to explain it, exactly. A bit bitter? The shop doesn't seem to have an interior for customers--maybe I am wrong about that, but if customers can go inside it's very small. There's an order window and pickup window outside which is just easier anyway. Don't know if they take cash payment, since I used ApplePay. Unfortunately, given the cost and my overall experience, I probably won't return.

    Lico J.

    Your cute and friendly neighborhood coffee service window. located at a quiet corner. We definitely could feel and like the lovely vibes although we are not from the area. The latte was smooth and served warm and fast. The coffee tonic was based on rose tonic which is pretty unique. The espresso taste got diluted by the strong rose flavor so could be a hit or miss for someone else. I like the rose taste so I enjoyed it.

    Cute outdoor patio
    Alice H.

    The walk up coffee takeaway window idea works great in good weather. Being patio season, I decided to make the trek to Logan Sq. The seasonal ube iced latte was creamy, earthy and just sweet enough (I asked for 1/2 the pump of ube syrup). There is a cute wooden patio in between the coffee joint and Sugar Moon bakery. I can't see myself coming here in cold weather but it was a nice treat on a balmy Chicago morning and my creamy iced latte hit the spot!

    Seasonal Con Pana
    Kimberlie C.

    Afternoon pick-me-up at. Order from their special menu at the window. A teensy bit out of the way-- but I guess I just ish they were at a window near me! Will definitely be back to try their other seasonal drinks! Pictured: Seasonal Con Panna (espresso with a yuzu lavender cream)

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    6 years ago

    Very cute storefront and inventive drinks. However, the prices are absurd. My oat milk vanilla latte was $7.16!!!

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    5 years ago

    Awesome nitro cold brew and breakfast sandwich! Service was quick and friendly - will definitely be back!

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    7 years ago

    My wife and I live this local coffee spot! It is our go to coffee shop! If you are in Logan square make sure you pay this place a visit!

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    7 years ago

    Cute spot to grab coffee! Drip was great. Would recommend as a commuter option or while walking around the neighborhood.

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    Walked in and immediately greeted with the smell of donuts, yum!…read more We asked for donut recs and got one of each of their most famous flavors: vanilla bean glazed and old fashioned. Both were delish! The glazed donut was fluffy, sweet and my fave. My husband loved his old fashioned donut! He said it was crunchy yet moist. We also both got the Hot N' Spicy chicken sandwich which was so good!! Flavorful and spicy, with toppings that helped add some freshness to it. Pair it with a soft brioche bun, and this sandwich was heavenly! Def check this spot out for breakfast! One of the best places we tried while in Chicago!

    I had the egg and cheese sandwich. Hot, fresh, tasty... though flavor-wise it was giving…read more"Midwestern safe choice." I stared at the spicy jalapeño version for a solid minute before deciding I enjoy my digestive system too much. Then came the gluten-free cinnamon donut covered in chocolate. Made with potato flour and apparently forged in the depths of pure butter and chaos. Heavy as hell. Delicious as hell. Roughly all the calories I'm allowed for the month. My husband inhaled his like a man seeing civilization after weeks at sea. I also had the old-fashioned buttermilk donut dipped in what I think was vanilla glaze, and honestly? That donut knew exactly what it was doing. Service was ridiculously fast, friendly, and funny. They have this little pickup window where your sandwich appears from the void, handed to you by an adorable cheerful human like some kind of magical egg sandwich fairy-poof-it appears! Go, have fun with the choices, don't even think about the calories. One lady told me people come at the holiday and get boxes and boxes! What a great idea! Now just build one in Florida! Cuz, there are enough hot air politicians to help bake these bad boys! Cannot wait to come back ;)

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