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    Sparrow Coffee

    4.1 (415 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    The best coffee shop in Naper with the best pastries.
    Melanie B.

    Recently recognized as one of the top 100 coffee shops in North America and I feel they truly earned it. They should be recognized. They supply the coffee to more than half of the Michelin star restaurants in Chicago No, this isn't Starbucks. You aren't going to find a thousand low calorie syrups and specialty drinks because they only use house made simple syrups. Nothing with additives that will taint their delicious coffee. They take it seriously. They have amazing pastries that are house made by their own chefs in Chicago's west loop. No high volume stuff shipped in from vendors. This isn't just a coffee shop. It's a place to sit down and grab a bite Sparrow gets slammed and it can be hard to find any seating, but there's a reason why it gets so busy. People recognize quality. Service is wonderful. They heavily staff the shop and assign multiple workers at every station. They also make an effort to remember their regulars' names. Rarely do I have to be asked what my name is. Often times, someone will see my name on the ticket and personally bring me my coffee. I also love that they have an extensive training program. It takes months of training to earn a spot in order to work the espresso machines. Love the ambiance. It's a regular ritual of mine to sit in the shop and enjoy my time drinking my latte.

    Oat milk vanilla latte - delicious!
    Shelby E.

    Very cute inside - we stopped by on a Sunday morning and it was packed!! There were 4 of us and luckily someone got up and freed up a 2 person table an we were able to pull up 2 chairs. This is a hard place to come in a big group unless you get there early. The guy working the register was very helpful with all of the questions I asked him. I ordered a vanilla oat milk latte and a Brekky sandwich. The coffee was AMAZING!!! I loved mine and savored every sip. It has been a while since I've had a coffee this good. The brekkie sandwich was hot and fresh! It was a little fatty from the pork, sweet from the pepper jam, eggy goodness. I really enjoyed it! A little sticky from the pepper jam but eat with a fork and knife and you'll be good. Overall I was very impressed with Sparrow!! Will definitely be back for another latte when we're in town.

    Melodie M.

    Loved the atmosphere of these coffee shop! Busy and buzzing, this is a fun place that looks like a local hangout for many people! The line seemed to continually be out the door but moved quite quickly!

    Pastries
    Melissa L.

    This place was recommended to us and I thought it would be all hype, but it's actually fantastic! Beautiful variety of coffee, food, and pastry selections. Service was fast. I loved my ham and cheese croissant and my husband loved his ham sandwich. There was ample seating, but they were already getting busy at 7:30am so I can see them being very popular. We would come back! Limited parking out front since they are downtown. But if you are just picking up, you should be fine.

    almond croissant iced latte
    Sagarika G.

    Sparrow Coffee in Naperville is one of those spots that instantly makes sense the moment you walk in -- the vibes are great, the service is friendly, and the place is always buzzing for a reason. The staff is warm and super efficient, even when it's busy, and the whole space has that modern, cozy energy that makes you want to stay awhile. They've got an impressive selection of desserts and snacks, plus tons of drink options -- tea, coffee, smoothies, you name it. We tried the mocha coffee and it was amazing -- rich, balanced, and full of flavor. We also got a green smoothie made with fresh fruits, and it was unreal. You can taste the difference immediately. Love this spot, and it's no surprise it's always packed. Highly recommend if you want great coffee, good vibes, and a place that truly delivers every time!

    Janine A.

    Tiny spot, big vibes! This coffee shop is basically the Wi-Fi jungle--lots of people camped out with laptops, probably writing the next great novel. There's some outdoor seating if you like your coffee with a side of sunshine (or traffic noise--it's a gamble). It's tucked into a hotel, so you might accidentally become a guest if you wander too far. Good news: there's a parking garage nearby, so your car can chill while you caffeinate. I didn't try the food (wasn't feeling snacky), but the coffee hit the spot. Not many coffee shops around here, so this one feels like a caffeine oasis. But if it's packed, there's a giant Starbucks down the street.

    Nisa J.

    We came to Sparrow for an afternoon pick me up. At 1 PM, this place was packed! While the lattes were for were good, they were quite pricy. I definitely would come again, but sparingly given how expensive it was. However, great location in the heart of downtown Naperville!

    Miranda L.

    Sparrow Coffee is THE coffee spot in Downtown Naperville. Located next to the street entrance of Hotel Indigo, there is always a crowd on the weekends. They offer a variety of coffee and tea drinks as well as pastries, breakfast entrees, sweet treats and more. They source their own coffee beans which gives a personal touch to the experience. This visit, I got the 10oz Salted Caramel Latte and shared a warm Cinnamon Roll with my fiancé. My latte was strong but flavor was subtle; I did love the milk art! The Cinnamon Roll was perfectly warm & easy to cut; the cream cheese frosting was amazing. My fiancé got a 10oz chai latte which fell more on the spiced side but was a bit watery. I was thankful that two seats opened up right as our items were ready to enjoy. It was fun to watch the staff hustle to make drinks and see the work flow. Overall, we enjoyed starting our morning with Sparrow Coffee. They get a lot of hotel customers but it's always good. I'd love to see some more specialty drink flavors or variety of syrups but coffee beans have good flavor. Tip: Sparrow Coffee hosts coffee classes throughout the month! I loved seeing postings for milk art, how to make syrups, etc. How cool!

    Flaky Biscuit, Egg and Cheese
    Anthony D.

    A cute coffee shop in Hotel Indigo. There is an exit only door, so take a look before trying to enter. The space itself is very pretty and there is a good amount of seating. It is a share seating situation, so a long table and then some counter seats around the perimeter. We ordered: - Iced Latte - Coffee Chocolate Cookie - Flaky Biscuit Egg & Cheese (w/Pork Belly) - Cold Brew The coffee is pretty solid, I really enjoyed the cold brew. The coffee cookie did not taste of coffee, but the biscuit was pretty flavor albeit expensive. Definitely check this place out if you're in Naperville.

    Flat White (5oz)
    Sam H.

    Great coffee shop!! You have it all, from treats to sandwiches to amazing coffee! Came here to get some work done and the service is great! Very helpful and very polite. The ambiance is hectic but its because alot of people come here. We had a flat white, double shot expresso and ham, egg and cheese treat. This was all amazing, a bit pricey for $14 breakfast sandwich but worth it! Will def be returning. Thank you!

    Avocado Toast
    Erica M.

    Cute coffee shop! Stopped in early on Tuesday morning and it wasn't busy at all. Tried the raspberry mocha which I wasn't a fan of however it was likely due to my type of drink preference. Also had the avocado toast which was delicious. I'll try a different drink next time as I suspect they have good coffee, just not a fan of mochas.

    Chocolate peanut butter smoothie good
    Bailey M.

    I came in on a Friday morning around 9am and it was packed! The line was super long! They worked through it quickly though and I was served my coffee fast! I tried the hot mocha. It was good - not overly sweet. I wish they offered a size other than 10 oz or 20 oz. 16 oz would be perfect. Plenty of options for food and drink which I appreciate. There is no drive through.

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    Jess B.

    This place is always buzzing with people. I love that they have A La Folie macrons, and grab one or two for a treat every time I'm in. Im a sucker for a Honey Lavender Latte and Sparrow makes one of the best I've ever had.

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    This is a cute coffee shop with great service and drinks! I had a mocha latte and it was delicious! Totally would recommend to make a visit!

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    Amazing coffee and great customer service. A must stop anytime we are in Naperville! Perfectly sweetened lattes and cozy ambiance.

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    Is there free wifi?

    Yes - the coffee, sandwiches and pastries are the best!

    Can I buy whole bean coffee bags here?

    Yes - there's a side area to pick what you need

    Can i sit in and study?

    Indoor dining is now open

    Do they cater to gluten allergies?

    Yes! Sparrow does a great job being conscientious about food allergies/special requests. Hope you enjoy!

    Do they have almond milk?

    I believe the only milk alternative they offer is oat milk!

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