Love the food and the coffee. They have gluten free breakfast sandwich's which are amazing. And I…read morelike the peanut butter syrup for the coffee

Coffee by day, Wine by night? Eastside Café is located in Downtown East Dundee. They have a large…read moreinside but also a great outdoor patio to enjoy. They have plenty of coffee flavors and options to kick start your morning but also sell bottles of wine and drinks for the evening. This visit, I got a Bourbon Caramel Iced Coffee and my husband got a Hot Chai Latte. The Chai was on the sweeter side but had good flavor. My coffee was the perfect caffeine strength but it could have used a bit more syrup flavoring. Overall, the staff member who helped us was great and very kind! I'd love to come back and try one of their customer favorites.

Quaint one-off neighborhood coffee shop and bakery. Good menu of specialty drinks, but I've only…read moregotten the latte's. Very good. Ditto for the bakery stuff like croissants and biscotti's. Fast service from the counter. Right on Chicago Street, street parking can be scarce but there's a garage across the street.

Nice coffee spot in downtown Elgin that I was glad to find this past Saturday afternoon. Very…read morefriendly baristas and a large menu full of the usual suspects and more. Ordered a Chili Chocolate iced latte after one the baristas gave me a rundown of what was in it. Tasted great and liked the laidback feel that I got even from just being inside of the cafe for a little while. Looking forward to warmer weather so that I can grab an iced shakerato the next time I'm in Elgin.

Biggby rocks!! A friend and I came here for a coffee date early Saturday and throughout our time…read morethey had a constant flow of customers. This coffee shop is kept clean and can seat about 25 people. There is also a drive thru which makes it convenient for anyone in a rush or just wanting to grab and go. Staff members were very nice! Since it was my first time there it took me a little extra time to decide what to order. They remained patient and extremely helpful. Service was quick, my items were ready within 5 mins. I tried the dark hot chocolate with almond milk and also got a breakfast sandwich (everything bagel with egg and cheese). The hot chocolate was good - not overly sweet and at the perfect temperature where I didn't burn myself. The breakfast sandwich was also very good - it usually comes with sausage and cream cheese, however, I opted to leave those out. Everything was of great quality and I can see myself coming back in the future.

The restaurant was clean and it was laid out nice with lots of tables. They have a $3.99 Happy Hour…read morespecial for a 16oz hot or cold lattes. I had the hot sugar-free caramel latte. It was very good. My mom came with me and she had the Earl Grey iced tea and did not like it. They had three board games behind the counter that you can borrow and play. We brought our own Uno game with us. They don't have any egg bites or other protein snacks to eat along with your coffee so that was kind of disappointing. They do have egg sandwiches, but I'm trying to avoid extra carbs when I'm drinking a latte. We will definitely be back again to enjoy the $3.99 Happy Hour specials from 2PM to 6PM.

My family and I always loved getting brunch at Maple and Hash, so we were ecstatic when they opened…read moreup this café. It's such a cute spot to hang, drink, and eat. I've gotten a variety of coffees there, and they hit every time. I recommend the iced vanilla latte, as well as the shaken espresso. It's also nice to get their giant waffle with bananas and Nutella. Try it out!

A fantastic new café in the heart of downtown East Dundee! We stopped in today for a quick bite and…read moresome coffee, and we were immediately impressed. The decor is beautifully done, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile. My husband enjoyed the hearty and delicious club sandwich with potato chips, while I had an oat milk and brown sugar latte made with Julius Meinl Italian coffee beans. The latte was perfectly hot and full of rich, smooth flavor. On top of that, the service was absolutely impeccable--friendly, attentive, and welcoming. We're thrilled to have this gem in town and will definitely be back!

Drove from Chicago to Huntley to visit family and desperately needed coffee on the way. Did a quick…read moresearch for a non-chain spot and Calibre was very convenient. The 2 baristas working were very friendly, greeted me right away and made the drinks quickly. I got the biscoff iced latte, which is something I've had many times at other places. I really like that theirs isn't overly sweet, it doesn't have a ton of whip or cookie crumbles or syrup coating the sides which is what I prefer. The ube latte is sweeter but also not overly sweet like other places do. We ordered 16 oz but were given 20 oz cups, the barista said they were out of smaller cups. I think because of this they actually added more milk too, because the coffee taste was very light. I wish there was less milk or more espresso. Prices were high, $17 for 2 drinks is steep for the burbs. I'd come back, but I'd probably get an extra shot or ask for less milk.

Calibre Coffee in South Barrington was honestly a letdown. The place looks nice from the outside,…read morebut the experience didn't match the hype at all. The coffee tasted burnt and overly bitter, like it had been sitting too long, and for the price, that's unacceptable. Service was slow and felt disorganized--staff didn't seem very attentive, and it took way longer than it should have just to get a basic order. On top of that, the atmosphere was louder and less relaxing than expected, which defeats the whole point of going to a coffee shop to chill or get work done. Overall, overpriced, underwhelming coffee, and poor service. Definitely not somewhere I'd go out of my way to visit again.

Wow!! Just moved into town and needed a good churro spot and found one. Churros were made fresh and…read morefriendly staff. We will be back!

We stopped here on our way from Chicago to Rockford. It was in the back but worth the walk. There…read morewere so many options. I had the guava churro and it was delicious. You are able to choose the churro and ice cream flavor you want on your sundae. I love the option of being able to customize. The staff was really nice and speedy. The space was clean, organized. I would recommend.

This might be one of the best cafe's in the area for tea lovers! I was BLOWN AWAY by their tea…read moreselection. The tea I ordered is now one of my favorite teas. If you like a sweet treat with your coffee or tea they have a large selection. The cafe itself is super cute and the staff members were friendly!

I've been wanting to try this place for a few years now and finally got a chance. We stopped in for…read morelunch which I thought maybe they had some light sandwiches or something but really it's more like a breakfast place. But that's OK because I had the most delicious ham and cheese croissant. Of all the places I've ever eaten croissants at this was by far the best one ever. Buttery, fluffy, with just the right amount of ham and cheese inside. Just to bite into it was like I bit into a cloud. The person I was with had the poached eggs with smoked salmon on a croissant and said it was outstanding-best ever. It is on the pricey side, but when you're eating niche food like this, you would expect to pay more money. I did buy some pastries to take home for later macarons, and a couple of pieces of cheesecake and a honey cake which were OK maybe not the best. I wish they had had more flavor. The cherries in the honey cake were lacking that great cherry flavor. The macarons were good bigger than usual or what I'm used to but OK. The cheesecake was too dense for me, but the person I was with and others enjoyed them profusely. The place is adorable inside very cozy, small but plenty of places to sit and the person behind the counter couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. Check this place out if you're looking for a delicious croissant I would really like to also try the sourdough bread which looked amazing.

This has become a morning favorite many work days. I love their cold brew, and the Snow Mint is one…read moreof my absolute favorite flavors. Service is always quick & friendly.

Biggby Coffee in Carpentersville is a solid stop when you're craving something a little sweet and…read morefun. I tried the Iced Spotted Owl and really enjoyed it--definitely on the sweeter side, but as a hazelnut fan, it hit the spot. The lemon coffee cake bites were a great add-on. Not too heavy, just the right portion for a quick treat alongside a drink. Huge bonus for me: they have a drive-thru, which makes it super convenient when you're on the go. The service was also great: friendly, quick, and made the whole experience even better. And extra points for being dog-friendly! Their pup cup was huge and such a fun surprise. Always love seeing places go the extra mile for customers with pups.