Pedestrian Coffee

Cafe Deko is such a great addition to the neighborhood. I am a big fan of their on the go window on…read morethe side of the building, which is perfect for catching your morning coffee on your walk over to the El! This spot makes a great brew and have plenty of fun syrups to jazz up your go to! The place is a popular remote work spot and is themed like the 1920s in art deco fashion.

This place is beautiful inside! It has a vintage art deco vibe & a beautiful place to catch up with…read morefriends. It was crowded on a Saturday afternoon. I ordered an iced white chocolate mocha with almond milk. The coffee was okay but I could not taste the white chocolate, it just tasted like regular iced coffee.

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The bar, bathroom through the doorway.

Osmium Coffee Bar

4.4(350 reviews)

0.2 mi•Lakeview

Stopped by to grab a coffee and get some work done before roaming into 8th inning Wrigleyville…read more Ordered a hot barrel aged mocha. It was the perfect pick me up I need. This spot is a dope little coffee shop. Rock music playing, lots of art and stickers, and a wall full of wacky looking whole bean coffees to choose from. The staff are also very friendly. Great spot to get away from home a little and have a nice afternoon coffee.

Love this place so much. I've lived near it for so long but never really found myself going all the…read moretime, but everyone there is so nice. Once I went in and they forgot my drink in a big rush. I stood for 10ish mins and never got my drink. After everyone before and after me got their drinks I went back up to the cashier who was super apologetic, made my drink as fast as possible, and gave me a fully punched out punch card for a free drink. I don't think I ever used it but very nice of them, above and beyond behavior! Really great atmosphere, I highly recommend.

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Wake n bake latte with vegan chia maple donut

Intelligentsia Coffee

4.0(700 reviews)

0.5 mi•Lakeview

Great coffee shop and seems to be a neighborhood hot spot for WFH!…read more Tons of seating - small tables, a larger community table, and bar seating around the edges of the place. The barista staff was fine - I personally love perky and friendly staff at a coffee shop lol and that wasn't the case here - but they were knowledgeable and helpful. The vanilla oat milk latte was great, chocolate croissant was great (apparently they source their bakery items from publican quality breads!), and my boyfriend especially loved his pour over. He's a pour over aficionado and he was particularly pumped that there were 3 options for pour over!

First off, I just wanna say that I think the coffee is amazing at Intelligentsia. Every time I go,…read moreit's consistently delicious, no matter what I get. With that being said, I simply cannot work here. I can't get any work done. If you're a grad student like me, you need to make sure your laptop is fully charged before you come, because they have like zero outlets, and it is always crowded (which means they're doing something right!). 6.5/10 for me.

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Matcha Brown Sugar Poptart by Hardbitten

Coffee Lab & Roasters

4.7(132 reviews)

0.6 mi•Lakeview

I hope and pray the Chicago influencers don't find this place…read more Everything on the menu is well-crafted, relatively on the cheaper side, and the service is great. Sometimes there is a bit of a line but it moves fast. Highly recommend the Pistachio Matcha latte if they have it in season. Definitely one of the best coffee shops in the area.

Cool space with outlets for working and water available, so it's a solid spot to get some work…read moredone. Service was quick. The Banana Latte (8.7/10) was delicious! I just wished the espresso came through a little more. The banana syrup had a really nice texture, almost like banana puree, and the drink was definitely on the sweeter side. The Strawberry Matcha (8/10) was good but not mind-blowing. I did like that you could actually taste the matcha instead of having it completely overpowered by the strawberry.

Phflour goodies and Mexican oat milk latte

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Banana latte

11 Degrees North

4.7(384 reviews)

0.1 mi•Lakeview

Great service!! Iced chai and breakfast sandwich were sooo tasty!! Great quality for priceread more

Really delicious breakfast spot! Authentic classic Venezuelan arepas (taste tested by my Venezuelan…read morefriend!) and fresh takes too. I got the Santa Monica and really enjoyed it, very tasty and filling! This is a small place where you walk up to the counter and order of the menu posted on the wall. They've got tea/coffee/refrigerated drinks too. Not too much space to sit but there are a few tables inside and the arepas and drinks came out steaming hot and pretty quick! I went with a group of 6 and they all came out within 10 minutes of each other. Really really enjoyed this place, reasonable prices, I will definitely be coming back!

Menu as of 8/12/23

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Elevate Coffee - Boystown

4.5(134 reviews)

0.3 mi•Lakeview

Love all the latte flavors. Had an iced Milano latte and it was delicious. Came out very quickly tooread more

I absolutely love this place and the staff. It's wonderful. Great coffee. Specialty drinks are on…read morepoint. Always a friendly smile and welcoming banter. What I can't get over is the gentleman sitting every day for hours and hours with his dirty bare feet on chairs that customers sit in. You can see his grimy feet and the slippers he leaves on the floor. It's really gross because when I brought my friends for the first time, there were no tables available except for the one he always uses to put his dirty bare feet on. So we had to sit with his smelly feet as our "neighbor" just a couple feet away. If he's homeless, I have a lot of sympathy for him. But he obviously had sandals which he doesn't use when he puts his feet on chairs, and nobody should be putting bare feet on chairs that people sit on in a cafe anyways. If he's a regular, he should know to respect the cafe, the owners, staff, and patrons better. He also takes up that whole half of the long table by the front so that no customers can sit there. And nobody would want to use that chair he has used for his dirty feet anyways. Please inform him politely it's causing a distraction and is a health hazard. There needs to be some standards at cafes for sanitary reasons even if it's not crowded. It's just pretty gross.

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Bananas Foster Latte

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Panes Bread Cafe

4.5(901 reviews)

0.2 mi•Lakeview

My favorite spot in the city for soup and sandwiches and a Lakeview lunch institution. It's one of…read moremy favorite small businesses in Chicago run by the same family since they opened in 1994. I've been coming to Panes since 2007 and still love it. The Turkey Turkey sandwich is still my favorite, they also have good soups (great tortilla soup), cakes and pies also. I love that they kept the original decor, wall art and interior over the decades which gives it a nice 90's look and vibe compete with 90's-00's music. I almost expect Meg Ryan from You've Got Mail to walk in.

It's hard to find places nowadays that offer up both high quality food at affordable prices, and…read morePanes is out here filling that gap! I went around 6:30pm on a weekday and things were pretty quiet- although this seemed to be popular for takeout, the interior was very cute and there was ample room for seating. They have an extensive menu of delicious sandwiches on homemade bread, so it was hard to pick just one! I opted for the roast beef sandwich, and it could have definitely lasted for two moderately sized meals. It took a bit longer than expected to come out, but it was perfectly toasted and truly made to order. The unsung hero of the sandwich was the rosemary ciabatta bread, which added that subtle extra flavor that would remind you this is a speciality spot. The avocado and grilled onions with melty cheese made for a well rounded rich flavor. I do think the beef could have been a tiny bit fresher and think a more flavorful aioli would have upped the sandwich, but overall it was still tasty and satisfying. I would definitely return to try more of the sandwiches and recommend paying a visit! I

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Oaxacan Pork Sandwich

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Jennivee’s Bakery

4.4(726 reviews)

0.4 mi•Lakeview

This is my absolute most favorite bakery. So this is my ode to the bakery and Dom, who is a gem of…read morean employee there. I've been a customer of almost 10 years and have been obsessed since they first opened their doors at a different location. I literally live an hour away without traffic and even longer with traffic, but I make sure to stop by or send someone else to get it for me at least once a month or more. I love the amazing cakes that are so delicious and unique but on top of that, it is Asian owned, LGBTQ supporting, etc. A lot has changed since their little storefront with no seating. The bakery is now a full on cafe and I'm so happy to see how much they've grown and how successful they are. And while it is glorious, I will say I miss the sweet neighborhood charm and great customer service it used to have. Getting in touch with the bakery through phone or text can be tough and to be honest, sometimes one of the people working there is kind of...very mean. It had me questioning if I should keep coming back. I just love this bakery so much though and being raised by parents that had a small food business, I can't help but want to support. I had a particularly difficult last minute request for the bakery a few weeks ago and I was reminded why this place is so great. It had been YEARS since I made this specific request, which was an order for a slice of cake for every flavor and a cupcake for every flavor. This is a BIG and time consuming request, especially if it's last minute. Unfortunately I come to the city whenever the traffic isn't atrocious, so it's always last minute. Dom absolutely pulled through though. Even though there were other employees there (I saw two others but one disappeared and then another male was kind of walking around the cafe and such), Dom took this giant request and fulfilled it himself. The other gentleman (not the mean person previously mentioned) was actually who I made the request to, but he told Dom to do it. I was kind of confused why they didn't do it together but idk, maybe the other guy isn't allowed to handle food? Who knows. Regardless, this request obviously took a long time and the line was getting longer; people were getting a little restless but Dom stayed calm but was swift. I swear he was moving faster than most people in the industry could with a cake knife like that. He was not impatient or rude to me at all. He was just there to do his job as fast and well as possible. It's so rare to see that type of work ethic. He is also so obviously proud of the bakery and the food they serve which makes you feel good about being a patron there. So although I continue to have an unpleasant experience with one particular employee there, Dom keeps my love for this bakery alive. He reminds me of what this bakery was like when they first opened their doors. I hope Dom is cherished there and I bet he is considering his work ethic. I will continue to support this bakery and I recommend everyone else to support as well. It may not be that small little shop anymore but Dom is a reminder of the heart of the place.

I've been to Jennivee's twice now and I also got my college graduation cake from here last year for…read morepick-up! They did a beautiful job. For my graduation cake, I chose the tres leches and it was so creamy, moist, and delicious. I basically ate half of the cake by myself lol. This most recent time, I needed a snack and wanted something sweet. Everything here looks amazing and I'm sure tastes amazing too, so it's hard to choose. I chose to get the berry chantilly cake slice since it was a hot day, and it was the perfect refreshing treat! It was soooo good.

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Ludlow Charlingtons Coffee Shop

4.7(142 reviews)

1.1 mi•Lincoln Park

Loved the vibes here! Dog friendly place that also serves your pastries in cute dog bowls. So fun…read moreand different! It is quite chilly inside so I definitely recommend bringing a sweater if you plan to WFH there. Great place to WFH with plently of seating! Their vanilla latte was so good and their barista was very polite!

I stopped in for a quick coffee and really enjoyed the ambiance and service at this location. I…read moredefinitely felt like I needed to have a dog with me for this visit. I truly enjoyed it for what it was: a great cup of coffee in a space that felt like an old English pub.

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Fancy Plants Cafe

4.4(150 reviews)

0.4 mi•Lakeview

The breakfast burrito is super delicious!!! Highly recommend- also add a side of garlic aioli with…read moreit. The lox bagel is really good if you like smoky bbq flavor- personally i love their bagel with just cream cheese and veggies! Staff is always super kind and welcoming. The outdoor seating is super cute.

Stopped by Fancy Plants Cafe for a quick bite and coffee. We tried:…read more- Lox Bagel - Banana Bread - Maple Citrus Crème Brûlée Note, this is a vegan restaurant so things will taste a bit different. Not bad but not what you expect. The coffee is fantastic, but vegan isn't necessarily for me so that is why it's a 4/5.

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Quinn T.

1 year ago

Just tried Pedestrian Coffee in Chicago's Southport Corridor--this place is legit. Rolled in around 9A M and grabbed a double cortado and a blueberry muffin, spent about $7.50. Barista was chill, knew exactly how I like my espresso--no guesswork, just perfect. The spot's cozy with that neighborhood vibe, lots of natural light, comfy chairs--you can tell they care about how it feels. Muffin was fresh, the blueberries popped, and the coffee hit smooth with just the right crema. Saw locals stopping in, chatting by the counter--felt like I was part of the crew. Definitely coming back next weekend for another fix. read more

John W.

1 year ago

Rolled up to Pedestrian Coffee off the Belmont 'L' and got myself a honey lavender latte and their famous sourdough cinnamon roll. The latte was creamy with just the right floral kick, none of that syrupy guilt and the roll was straight fire, gooey and warm just like folks say. Baristas were hella friendly and the vibe's chill, all plants and mellow tunes. Grabbed a window seat, sipped slow, soaked in the neighborhood feel. Only bummer was the roll was a tad pricey, but totally worth it. Solid 4‑star spot. read more

G L.

2 years ago

Disappointed to see "ceasefire now" and "free Palestine" posters in the window without also having a "free the hostages" sign. If you are going to be vocal about humanitarian rights, let's promote rights for all. read more

John T.

111

2 years ago

You really should rename these two shops after The Coffee Studio. Better brand recognition. Really.

Sandra Z.

3 years ago

Pedestrian was introduced to me and I'm never going back. They make every day better!

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