Haven't been here in years (2018?). Still a great hang with couches for catching up with friends…read moreand socializing. Staff was friendly and it's always a nice little luxury to get a coffee not made from home in this economy! I had the vanilla bean latte, half sweet, oat milk And my friend had the koopa troopa, half sweet, oat milk They've had the same menu a long time so it's tried and true and then their seasonal offerings as well! Love this place. Bit of nostalgia for a different time. I remember the cereal bar. Now that I've made myself sound about a million years old it's time to sign off! Go catch up with friends here

Not sure how Matt managed to get hired here, so I assume being rude is part of their training…read more After hearing great things about their coffee and being in town for a trip, I payed Wormhole a visit. I ordered 5 coffees one morning, and all the register guy did was write a few names on some cups and placed it down. I understand tipping culture is a divided topic of discussion, but at the end of the day, it is OPTIONAL. After pressing the skip button from what I believe to be non-tip worthy service, he threw a fit and said "Wow you're serious? After I did all that?" Meanwhile all he did was write names on cups. Now I would understand if he was the barista working hard to pump out the coffees, but two lovely ladies were in the back doing that. He shooed me and my friend out of line as we were still processing what he just said. The next customer orders and he had the audacity to talk about us to them while we're 5 feet away. Delusional as he was, he had the nerve to say we were holding up the line and made him do "all that work", and I could promise you, we knew exactly what we wanted to order the second we got up, and took no longer than 45 seconds. We also witnessed he got into it with another customer, so it seems like he's the problem here. Most wild service I have ever received, all for some milky coffees. I ended up tipping the lovely ladies in the back though. Be warned. There are much better spots.

I had a really nice experience at Sawada Coffee! The coffee was flavorful, fresh, and well…read moreprepared. I really enjoyed the relaxed and stylish atmosphere. The staff was friendly and the service was good. The quality was consistent and everything looked well presented. It's a great place to stop by for a good cup of coffee. There were a few small things that could be improved.

This coffee place is unique and a solid latte all around. They have a mix of matcha and espresso…read morelattes and I initially went to the New York one and was pleasantly surprised when I realized they had a Chicago location. The black camo latte mixes hojicha and espresso and I think they just pair really well together. The military latte pairs matcha and espresso and the earthiness of the matcha is nice and doesn't get overpowered by the espresso The seating is abundant at this location as it's tied to a bar. It's nice to overlook the bar area.

I stumbled across TOMOKOHI on a random Thursday from just walking around the area. It was a cute…read morecoffeeshop that was full but not overly crowded on a weekday afternoon. Their menu had some delicious-sounding options in terms of both drinks and pastries. I went with the Tea Time, which they described as a lemon poppyseed muffin in a matcha latte. It came with the MOST delicious cold foam on top that I've ever had. I would literally order this drink again just for the cold foam. The matcha itself was nothing noteworthy, but I overall enjoyed my drink. The tables are quite small but they do have free Wi-Fi. It's a decent place to get some work done but maybe not stay for hours or anything. In general, I will hopefully be back!

We visited because it has good reviews and is near the house. I had their Matcha with cherry syrup…read moreand it was good but didn't taste too much like cherry. I'm a bit picky with Matcha, but I would definitely come back for it. I also had a cold brew and that was smooth and delicious. The inside is small, but cute. I'll definitely be back!

Good vibes, good beer, good coffee. Walk up to the counter…read moreand it feels really between a bar and a cafe in a great way. Always good seating, space to work, space to talk. Been there to be productive and to catch up with people and it's a great spot for either. Food is pretty good too, but some dishes a little plain salty for me. The beer selection is great tho and with the coffee it's easy to find s good complement

Trying to gate keep this place, but there are so many amazing things about it that I do want to…read moreshare. First off - pickle beer - if you know, you know. It's the life juice. Second, are the recently added craft drinks and I cannot stop thinking about the Hugo spritz - made just right. The service is impeccable, good food options and you cannot beat the patio - no matter the weather. 1000/10 recommend! P.S. If this location is not up to snuff for you, there's one more in Wrigleyville and OG in Milwaukee (trust me, it's worth the trip).

Great Chicago coffee shop. The vibe is right and the coffee options are a plenty…read more I typically get a cold brew, and a bean and cheese breakfast taco. They used to have great empanadas too but the tacos are soooo good. And they have great salsa to go along with them. They sell some beverages like Topo Chico, apple juices, and Jarritos. I have only had one weird interaction here with a staff member, I asked for a pump of mocha syrup in my cold brew and they basically said it was a dumb idea because it wouldn't mix. I have had that in several cold brews at several different well established coffee shops in Chicago and it's delicious when you need a sugar boost. The barista did it but he also shared it didn't make sense. It was uncomfortable. But I didn't let that mar my experience. I still have continued to order my beverage with that barista. Also they have a great mural in the back.

Funky and hip vibe. Great atmosphere overall - cool design, lots of varied seating (tables and…read morechairs to couches and loveseats), jazz playing, and upbeat staff. Breakfast sandwiches and vegan options available. I just got a soy latte and it was delicious. They use 3 shots so no fear that you'll get a weak coffee! Easy free parking in front. I only wish they didn't up charge for plant milk ($1 extra).

Need a reservation on OpenTable about a week prior. Ran about 15 minutes late due to misjudging the…read moreUber from our hotel and when I called, they moved my reservation out 15 minutes to accommodate. This is nestled inside of a hotel and it's not immediately clear in the lobby, but luckily they have a person greeting you upon entry. The hostess is in the middle and seating is in a beautiful atrium. We sat next to a fountain at a small table. 5/5 shrimp cocktail. The shrimp or colossal, lol! The cocktail sauce and the tartar/aïoli sauce was amazing, and the shrimp was perfectly cooked. 5/5 crispy, artichoke with an aïoli sauce. Beautifully presented, perfectly crispy. The aïoli was so delicious. I kept it for the rest of my meal as it being sauce. 4/5 American breakfast with egg whites. Egg whites were slightly runny, but good portion. The bacon was crispy and slightly sweet. Super yummy. Crispy potatoes were like a deep fried large country potato. Good with the aïoli, but I didn't eat too much. 4/5 petite potato, American style. These are truly petite. I wanna say it was $14-$20 but I expected a little bit more. 5/5 chocolate chip cookie for my Bestie's birthday. Best cookie she's ever had. Delicious, warm, chewy. 5/5 butterscotch crème brûlée. First time I've ever had a butterscotch version. The custard was delicious, and the Brulé topping was not too thick. Annihilated the whole thing. The atrium was beautiful. I wish there was a little bit more space for us to take photos, but the hotel itself beautiful. Our service was great. I wish I could remember our servers name but it was a young man with glasses & he was fabulous.

I mean it's aight. This venue would do very well as a wine bar / club / hangout. The food here I…read morefeel like is just in excess of what this place would excel at. Glasses of wine with your colleagues after work in what is honestly a gorgeous place. But otherwise the food is decent. Delice plate for appetizer, salmon, and no dessert because... yea. It was a nice little dinner but I could've probably made this meal at home for like... a fourth of the price. And drank that bottle of Reisling I managed to bring back home from Baden Baden.

Perfect Logan spot but without the modern decor. Very cozy…read moreand my drink was delicious. Will definitely go back next time and stay longer!!

Stopped in for a latte and fell in love…read more The people, the space, the coffee. My only regret? I didn't make it back for karaoke night. The workers were awesome. Cutting it up with all of the patrons. This is 100% a locals haunt which I love. The customers were awesome as well. People writing, doing puzzles, drawing. Such a safe space for folks to express themselves. Sometimes I like to keep reviews simple. This is one of those times. Don't let my words dictate how you feel about this place. Go visit and feel the magic yourself. It's beautiful and so are its people

This coffee shop is more than just a place to grab a cup of coffee. What I appreciated most is how…read moreit embraces and celebrates culture in a way that feels thoughtful and authentic. From the atmosphere to the details, there's a genuine sense of cultural appreciation rather than simply using culture as decoration. It creates a welcoming space where people from different backgrounds can feel comfortable and connected. The coffee is good, but it's the cultural sensitivity, warmth, and sense of community that make the experience memorable. A reminder that a coffee shop can be a small space where different cultures, stories, and people come together.

Had an opportunity to meet up with some colleagues at the OUD location in Wicker Park. It was a…read morebigger space than I had anticipated which was a nice surprise since I was meeting a group of people. I got a latte and a plain bagel. I really wish I had gotten some pictures but I was enjoying my drink, food and talking so much that I didn't even think about it until I got home! The only down side is that it takes a fairly long time to get your order. So, be prepared to wait at least 10-15 min. Not a huge deal - just take note. Overall great place. Next I'm going to check out their River North location!

Since my last review 2 years ago, I've developed such an obsession with Ritual's scones that I…read morethink they deserve their own review. I don't know what sorcery they are using to bake these scones, but they are not your average dry, flaky pastry. They are moist, gooey, huge, heavy on flavors and ingredients, and always delicious. I'm tempted to ask the owner to start texting me the scone flavors of the day so I never miss my favorites. Top 5 scones: - Peaches and cream - Cherry chocolate - Vanilla chai and/or vanilla rosemary (can't pick) - Lemon ginger - Chocolate caramel pecan Obviously I'm a sweet pastry person, but they also always have a couple of savory options like ham jalapeño cheddar, goat cheese, etc. I had one that was like blackberry habanero one time?? So good and so unique. Thank you, Ritual, for always feeding me scones :)

I had high hopes for this little place. The server was a little rude that I was standing in the…read morewrong place to order (no biggie, but it was my first time here). But my drink: awful. I took a sip. Yuck! I waited a few minutes, thinking, maybe it wasn't THAT bad, and tried another sip. Yuck! On my way out, I brought my drink back to the counter. It was still warm. I told the guy that the drink was terrible, that it tasted like warmed up Hersheys syrup. He took my drink and said, "Oh I'm sorry about that." I paused a second; he had nothing else to say. He didn't offer to make me a new drink. Didn't offer a pastry. Didn't offer a refund. I'm out $6 and I did not get to enjoy a treat. We're urged to support local, but experiences like this remind me why I like to go to the consistent chain that ALWAYS remakes my drink if there's a problem (which their rarely is), no questions asked. Totally disappointing. Would not go back because my drink was terrible and the customer service didn't exist.

Loved the food here so good . The coffee is way better than…read morein fam coffee shops . Try matcha too

We met with one of our friends at TARY, which was highly recommended to her. I wasn't aware of…read moreKazakh cafe culture, so I was excited to try something new. The cafe was very pretty with its ornate rugs and textured materials, and their menu was unique. I got the coconut shaken espresso and cottage cheese pancakes. Both items were delightful. The coconut shaken espresso used coconut water instead of milk, which was different but surprisingly smooth. It also wasn't thin or watered down as I would've expected by mixing with coconut water. The cottage cheese pancakes were pretty good. Fluffy, light, and not too sweet. It came with a sweet sauce with the slightest tang to it. Maybe also created by cottage cheese? Worth trying. Lastly, service was a bit slow. It took about 20 minutes for us to get our food.