I was lost in the neighborhood when I happened upon this place. Their mini bagel breakfast says, "good morning" to your taste buds with all the flavors. Try it. I only went once, but would return for the bagels. read more

Red June Cafe - Mini bagels with tomato, avocado, cream cheese and olive oil and seasoning. VERY DELICIOUS! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Adorable, cozy coffee shop tucked between the homes of Bucktown. I ordered coffee, which was good, and the breakfast sandwich on an everything bagel and with sausage. The sandwich was big and fresh and delicious. The guy working behind the counter wasn't overly friendly but he seemed tired. Whatever, get over it, guy. He was nice enough to give me a free refill on my coffee even though that's not really the policy. Another pro: outlets everywhere!! There's nothing worse than plopping down at a cafe after just ordering a cup of coffee, only to discover that there's nowhere to plug in your stupid computer whose battery life is next to nothing. Only con: it was FREEEEEEZING!!!!! It was a cold and rainy day and I swear the A.C. was on. I mentioned it to the guy but all he said was he couldn't tell b/c it was about 120 degrees behind the counter. Again, I say, GET OVER IT! Customers come first, right? Turn the friggin heat on! Overall, I would totally go back. It was adorable - great atmosphere. I will just be sure to bring my parka next time. read more

Nice spot for the neighborhood! Pastries are good! Sandwiches are ok coffee is not the best to be honest! Was kind of dirty/messy! Love the idea for the pick up window! I wish they improve! read more

Red June Cafe - Avocado toast was ok! Nothing crazy but good! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A hazelnut mocha taste good in this coffee house. I believe they serve coffee that far surpasses the other big-name coffee shops in Chicago. Their beans are top quality. The cafe has a nice feel to it, comfortable and clean. Nice experience with this coffee shop. read more

I'm writing this as I sit at the window bar sharing a delicious breakfast burrito and California Dreamin' sandwich with some coffee drinks. Thanks to Scoutmob we discovered this gem which is slightly off the beaten path in Bucktown. The coffee is great and so are the prices. There is no reason to settle for a Starbucks or Caribou coffee when you have a great place like this. The woman working here is super friendly and there is plenty of seating, perfect for a coffee date, lunch or getting some work done. There is a "to go" window where you can quickly get your order without even coming in, and there is outdoor seating for the summer. I highly recommend Red June. I wish I lived closer so I could come all the time, but I will still go out of my way to support an awesome business like this. read more

When I lived in Bucktown, the only coffee shop within three blocks of my apartment was Crenshaws. Unfortunately, they closed early enough that I rarely made it in. Now that I live in Lincoln Square, the same area is host to Red June (taking the old Crenshaws space), Vella Cafe, Pure Belleza, and Ipsento. I can't be too bitter though - Lincoln Square has an excellent selection of coffee shops. Red June is an improvement over Crenshaws, and it's a comfortable, quiet space. The coffee is decent, though the friend I was with said that his lemonade was highly underwhelming. I haven't had a sandwich yet, but I did try a chocolate chip cookie, which came as a two-pack. It wasn't amazing, but it wasn't bad either. However, the prices are quite reasonable - things cost less here than they do at a lot of other cafes, and free Wi-Fi means that I'll probably stop by when I'm in the area, especially if it's a nice enough day to make use of their patio. read more

Whether a quick coffee and bagel to go or sitting down for an egg sandwich, this place delivers. Well? They don't literally deliver. But I can call in an order for an egg sandwich and have it ready for me when I arrive. Love this place. The staff really cares and wants to please you. That goes a long way. They also serve Julius Mienl coffee, which is tasty. Last but not least the walk up window is a great feature in the summer when I walk down from my home. My wife and I love Red June. Was such a wonderful surprise when we moved into the neighborhood. read more

I love little neighborhood joints. They bring the richness out of the community. And Red June was one of those spots. It feels like after a week of stopping by, the folks behind the counter would be able to greet you by name, which is always awesome. The ambiance was cozy and homey. The mismatched furniture, the boardgames to pass the time with, the menu with all sorts of fun options, all cool. As for the food itself... was not bad. Exactly what I expect from a neighborhood joint. (Although my avocado toast bread was a bit smaller than hoped for... would have appreciated a bigger piece of bread to host the yumminess on top.) read more

Cool little place w a very nice ambience Walk up window an added plus Since we are here for coffee would not be fair to rate lunch but the menu certainly looks delicious. There is a healthy range of pastries al fresh Worth the walk for sure read more

Cute little coffee shop. Enjoyed my iced coffee. Like the vibe, it's cozy. Super random place to have a coffee shop lol!

SO GOOD. Somewhat new to the city and so glad I found this place. I can even overlook their Packer's decor ;) Highly recommend for quality food, coffee, and atmosphere! read more

Red June is my favorite Bucktown coffee shop. I would usually order a cappuccino (hot) or a latte (hot), which were both great. Price (with tax): $3.05 for a cappuccino My favorite breakfast food here is the Breakfast Burrito. It's well worth the wait (usually the food takes a little while), though I don't recommend ordering it to go because it gets a little soggy (even if you live super close like I did!). My favorite lunch option is the California Dreaming sandwich (this is what I came for most of the time!). Again, worth the wait and you will be full after you've eaten this sandwich. Rewards program: Belly Card Wifi: Free Sitting/workspace situation: Red June is a small shop but roomy. Every time I've been here, there is a constant stream of customers in and out but most folks take their orders to go. That said, there are plenty of seats for everyone (yay!) and a couple arm chairs in the back with board games! In the summer there is outdoor seating and a handy walk-up window (for all you dog owners and such). read more

Very good! I got a small coffee and a breakfast bagel, and it was made quickly and was very delicious. The eggs were incredibly fluffy and bacon was perfect--and on a jalapeño bagel. Wonderful! Coffee roast is really good and fairly inexpensive. The bagel came with a side of fruit which was fresh and tasty. I stayed here for a couple hours doing work on my computer and it was nice and quiet. Really good food on such a dreary day! I will definitely be coming back here. read more

Red June Cafe - Jalapeño bagel sandwich with eggs, bacon, and cheddar. Comes with fruit. Yum! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

One of my favorite neighborhood spots! Typically go for breakfast, great breakfast sandwiches! Coffee is good but they unfortunately they do not carry oat milk so I usually only get plain coffee and add my own milk at home. If I want just coffee I usually go else where. Please get oat milk, it's the best dairy free milk :) read more

This is truly one of my favorite places for either breakfast or lunch, simply because YOU CAN TASTE THE FRESHNESS IN THE FOOD!!!. Really the chicken salad is crazy good and she puts a great twist on it. The California Dreaming is healthy , tasty and filling all at the same time and did I mention a true indulgence is the Lavender , Blueberry Lemonade IT IS TO DIE FOR , it is sooo good I continuously find myself asking myself "How do they get the lavender in liquid for?" Do Not Sleep on Red June read more

I had driven by this place a few times, and one day I decided to try it out. Even though I was not familiar with the previous establishment, so far Red June has a lot going for it. First of all the decor is cozy and inviting. Definitely the kind of place to bring a good book or a laptop and linger for a while with a cup of coffee. The menu is neatly written on a blackboard, with food on the left side (yummy sandwiches - tried the California dreamin' great turkey sandwich with a twist) and drinks on the right (with helpful cup sizes to demonstrate what you'll be getting). Shane, the owner is a really friendly guy and he goes out of his way to make you feel welcome. With free wifi, good coffee (and better than starbux house blend) and food, I'll definitely be coming back in the near future. read more

I have to say that the staff here is very friendly. So they have that going for them. The bagels on the other hand, leave much to be desired. I ordered a breakfast sandwich on a bagel and a plain one with cream cheese. The bagel was soggy and didn't have the texture of how a bagel should be. I couldn't even finish it. Cute little place but the food is sub par. read more

By far the best coffee shop in buck town! The food is amazing and the staff is very friendly and welcoming. Red June is a must if you're in the neighborhood! There's a great little walk up window if you're in a hurry. And the girls have treats for your dogs! 10 stars! read more

Such a wonderful coffee shop always smiling staff and right next door to my sons school Love the donuts and coffee!!!!' read more

Awesome little coffee shop. Ignore everyones reviews about how long it takes. This isn't DDs or sbux. Take a chill, order, sit down, await your goods, then enjoy it. Chicago needs more neighborhood-located shops like this - furthermore, needs more people that appreciate places like Red June. Its so nice going somewhere that isn't in a strip mall or commercial complex. Red June is cute little coffee shop. Don't listen to the haters. Come have a drink, bring your dog, and enjoy the hood while you still can. Maybe you'll meet some cool neighbors. #savebucktown read more

Sometimes it takes a few goes for me to get a full feel for whether I like a place or not. This time was one of those times that I just knew on the first go that I like Red June. I came in here for a small lunch. I'm actually not a coffee drinker, but Red June isn't just about coffee. What I am however is an egg-nut. I love eggs and eat them very often in many different forms. So, what else was I to order but an egg sandwich. The eggs were done perfectly. Light and fluffy and insanely enjoyable. Best of all, there was a good amount of eggs in the sandwich too. It also came with a side of fruit as part of the package. That was pretty sweet as well. Have a sandwich and then have some fruit with it. I should mention the smoothie that I got. It was slightly too thick at first for me, but it was still a real tasty smoothie made in house. I liked the vibe here. Modern with an old school coffee house touch to it. There was even a small lounge off to the side where one could just sit and relax. I would've liked to do that if I wasn't rushing out on my lunch break. That shall be for another time in the near future. read more

I dare you to find a more relaxing place for breakfast, lunch, or just to hang out. Breakfast and lunch menu items are thoughtfully done and very tasty, and I love love love the berries that come with both. The breakfast burrito is a serious quantity of food. You need to be somewhat patient when things get busy, but that's ok - grab a seat outside and play with some dogs while you wait your turn. Also worth noting: the baked goods are quite nice. read more

I have been living in the neighborhood for about six months now, feeling like I had nowhere to lay may coffee-shop hat. I tried all the ones I could find, but never felt like I'd found the perfect neighborhood cafe--either the coffee wasn't great, or no free wi-fi, or the ambiance felt like the inside of a spaceship. Until the other day when I stumbled upon Red June. Don't let the silly name fool you-- this is the perfect low-key coffee shop. Cozy size, plenty of seating from laptop-friendly tables near outlets to comfy couches and wicker furniture in the front window. Brown and red walls made it a relaxing place to spend a couple of hours working. Great internet too; no problems. The coffee was cheap and very drinkable, definitely the best I have had in the area. Plus, free refills! I also had the chicken salad sandwich (with pineapple, craisins, and... walnuts?) on a croissant, which was unbelievable. The service was great too, two friendly guys working there, both of which called over to check on how my food was, etc. etc. The only, teeny suggestion I have is to lay off the top-40 radio, Red June. The Pussycat Dolls weren't really the vibe I was going for with my morning coffee. read more

Great place loved the Avacado toast with strawberries yum! Cider is good too. Service is nice and decor is fun. They even have a walk up window for people with pets. read more

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This is a cute little place. Typically I'm not crazy about Bucktown - too yuppiefied, too chi-chi, bad energy all around. And the parking sucks. But Red June is cute, on a quiet side of Leavitt, and there was actually ample free street parking (1pm weekday). This is a coffeehouse like coffehouses used to be, kind of quiet, limited food menu, and lots of coffee. But did we have coffee? No! We had lunch. I had the panini with mozzarella, tomato, and basil, and my friend had a turkey sandwich. I had kind of hoped for more than one vegetarian option, but, like I said, this is a small place. The panini was really good. The mozzarella tasted fresh, not Kraft. My friend said her turkey tasted clean and fresh. Even though it was not organic, she was very pleased. I ordered the apple crisp for dessert. It is served warm. I have to say, I was not real impressed. The apples were mushy, and the baker had a very heavy hand with the cinnamon. You can get this with whipped cream, but even I have to shy away from so many extra calories. I only ate about two bites of the apple crisp - the portion was huge - and took it home. After about 3 hours in the fridge, it actually tasted better. The cool crisped up the apples a bit. They did not seem so mushy. All in all, a pleasant experience. I would go back. read more

Great little out of the way cafe! The service is friendly. The coffee tasted like coffee should to me :-) The banana bread was moist and not overly sweet. The sandwiches were really good, mine came with sun chips and hers came with very fresh fruit. Next time we are in Bucktown we will come back here for sure read more

Red June Cafe - Turkey, avocado, tomato, and Swiss..." California Dreamin" - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The name got my attention right away. Don't really know how they came up with it, but it's catchy. I love trying new coffee shops and came across this on a coffee shop search near my hood. The coffee and food are decent, not outstanding, but the service and atmosphere are awesome. The coffee shop is quaint and unassuming with a few tables in the front and then a group lounge room in the back. The guy working at the counter brought my sandwich to my table, keep refilling my water and bused the table while I was doing work. Then he gave me a free slice of banana bread which he was going to have to get rid of as the shop was closing. Thanks :) read more

Wanted to visit the neighborhood I grew up in 63 years ago. Finding a place for breakfast in Bucktown a little sparse. Did run across Red June Cafe. It was doing only take out, but did have a few tables and benches outside. Ordered a breakfast Sandwich for myself and a breakfast Burrito for my wife and 2 reg coffees. The sandwich was on wheat with bacon and at least 3 scrambled eggs, along with a fruit cup. The Burrito was big enough my wife only ate half of it. Filled with ground beef, red onions, eggs and potatoes, with a side of salsa, sour cream and a fruit cup. The burrito was tasty. We had regular coffee as we are not into all the other variations they have now. The coffee was delicious, not to weak and not overly strong. If in the area again we will stop by again. It was a nice day for a walk, all the streets were quite shady, a big difference from years ago. The homes a mix of new and old. Not as any corner bars around anymore. So if you got time, walk the neighborhood. Paul & Karen , Palatine, Illinois read more

A great little cafe, especially in the summer/fall. It's the best that a small, local, independent coffee shop can get (cya later Starbs). Bring your dog up to the window for a hello and a treat. All of their drinks are yum, their breakfast foods are delish (the chicken salad sandwich and egg croissant are my personal faves). Just give yourself about 10 mins to wait if you order food & coffee at the window. This place is meant for you to relax. read more

I love this place in the morning and I love it in the afternoon. It brings me joy to be able to support the local community especially a place that injects me with caffeine. Thank you Red June! Sure you can get a great cup of coffee, but you must try their sandwiches for lunch. My favorite is the mozzarella, tomato and basil sandwich. YUM. They don't skimp on the mozzarella and its fresh. I have spent time reading a book or working on my computer with little disruption and they have offered to warm up my cup free of charge. I say go here for your next cup, avoid the starbucks.........you won't be disappointed. ( free street parking a plenty and yes they take debit) read more

I'm not a huge fan of most Bucktown places, but was pleasantly delighted to find this cute spot tucked away on Leavitt. Cute space with a wonderful "hidden" sitting area for those trying to stay incognito and a great little selection of coffee drinks, treats and food. The staff is extremely friendly and it is a very kid friendly place but not over running with kids that's it's a distraction. You do have to wait a bit for food items but they are made to order and with fresh ingredients so it's worth it. I love the gouda, apple croissant which is all the more special because of the pecans. Lastly, they have great art work on the wall. They had me as a loyal fan with the picture of Anthony Bourdain on the wall. Skip the crappy Starbucks down the street and come here for a great afternoon with the kids, with your girlfriends catching up on your lives or you just need a spot to get away. read more

Great place to grab a cup in the neighborhood. The cappacino was decent and the chocolate chip cookies were tasty and reasonably priced. A lot of in and out which makes for great opportunities for conversation. Did I mention that the baristas are beautiful and friendly? I might just have to stop in more frequently. read more

This place is literally in the neighborhood next to a school and surrounded by residential real estate. Visited on a Friday morning. The barista seemed pretty impatient/unfriendly with me as I asked questions about their foods/coffee. Definitely wasn't the warm fuzzies that I witnessed her engaging with other (regular) customers in the shop. I ordered an iced latte and a croissant sandwich. Both were good. If I was in the neighborhood, I would probably stop by again, but not worth making the trek across town. read more

I love this cafe for several reasons: 1. The food is ALWAYS great. 2. Any coffee drink I have ever ordered has been made to perfection. 3. It's a local coffee shop run by a hardworking mom. 4. The ambiance makes you feel right at home. 5. The staff is the best! Always greeting me with a smile and by my first name. 6. The music is great. 7. I love the fact that they have outdoor seating in the summer. 8. The prices are extremely reasonable and you get a lot for your money. 9. It's walking distance from my office. 10. It's a kid friendly cafe. I love supporting, local, small-business shops. We need to do more of that and less of the big franchises. Thanks, Red June, for always giving 110%. We love you!!! read more

Unfortunately after years of visiting Red June to grab a quick meal or hot drink my recent visit will be the last. The coffee quality has declined to undrinkable and the cost of mediocre sandwiches and wraps is disappointing. Charm and unicorns isn't enough to visit again. read more

Wonderful place to grab coffee! Great coffee and staff. Also if in Milwaukee check out their other location on Jefferson street.

Adorable little coffee shop in the middle of the neighborhood. A nice quiet afternoon spot to relax, do homework, or catch up with a friend. I made a second trip to try out the sandwiches. A friend and I split the chicken salad and Ham with apple butter,etc. Both were delicious! Great service with refills on coffee. Love the mug option for to stay orders, no need for cardboard cups. Just wish it was open past 4! The music selection could use some work, it felt a little more like I was in a dance club on Saturday night than getting homework done on a Sunday afternoon. read more

Nice little patio and loved the food. Got a chicken salad croissant, bag o chips, & coffee. read more

Red June Cafe - Enjoying an awesome chicken salad croissant at Red June with Mya - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I love this little cafe! The service is excellent and the food never disappoints. I've had the chicken salad and the breakfast burrito. My kids love the doughnuts! So good!! I take my kids out every week and they always pick red June for breakfast! Kim really believes in what she's doing. We love it! read more

Great local spot for a quick cup o joe. Pastries are yummy too! Definitely working on becoming a regular.