This is a delightful place on the Woodstock square to grab a coffee, something to eat, a variety of…read morespecialty chocolate, and to relax. There is a large area inside for seating -- everything from chairs at tables or counters (some with outlets for laptops) to sofas. You can get a variety of cold and hot drinks, get a pastry warmed up, or order a breakfast or lunch sandwich. And then there's the chocolate. They have their own brand of chocolates, including flavored chocolate bars, chocolate truffles, and specialty items like Dubai chocolate and dark chocolate peanut butter cups. There are dozens of chocolate options, and I couldn't help but pick up a few to take home. Highlights were the chocolate truffles and the dark chocolate peanut butter cups. The staff was friendly and welcoming -- it's a comfortable place.

Stopped by today with a friend for tea and a chat. What a cute place! Lots of quaint tables and…read moresitting areas. I had blueberry ice tea and it was really good. They sell good, candy and some premade ice cream treats. It's in the Woodstock Square area.

Absolutely lovely…read more Located on the Main Square of Woodstock, IL, this cafe serves breakfast and lunch in a warm, welcoming space. Our waitress tells us the business previously at this location got a make over when participating in a foodnetwork TV show. Sweet. The decor is earthy colors with wood on the walls, fun signs, comfortable booths and tables for groups. Highchairs are available for your tiny family members. A hostess will seat you with menus and flatware wrapped in a napkin. Salt, pepper, sugar, creamer, jelly, syrup, ketchup and hot sauces are on the table. One side of the menu is breakfast, the other lunch. We were asked right away if we would like coffee. The staff here are all very nice and welcoming. Different members of staff came around to all tables several times during our stay refilling coffees as needed. Our waitress checked in on us a couple of times and actually stopped at the table to be sure we had all we needed, not just running past. We both ordered breakfast and the portions are generous. I had the Irish Bene and they don't skimp on the smoked salmon! The eggs were poached well, a generous amount of spinach and the potato pancake is tasty and light. I very much enjoyed their coffee. Strong, hot and smooth. Not at all bitter. Yay. Two remodled, single-person restrooms are at the back of the restaurant where you'll also find hooks for your coat. A diaper station is in the ladies room. The restaurant has two window walls letting in the sun light. On-street parking is free. If we lived here this would be our breakfast place!

Love this diner, clean and pretty right next to the Blue Lotus Buddhist Temple. Thus, you can go…read moreto the temple and remind yourself that all suffering stems from desire and that we should have compassion for all life then walk half a block and work up a desire for sausage and biscuits thus negating the inner peace you just stepped into. It would be really fundamentally incorrect to describe their sausage and biscuits as Nirvana in the Buddhist sense, but the dish is very good and so is the coffee. Most tables have a good view of the town square featured in "Groundhog Day," and the diner is next door to a nice indie bookstore.

The staff is very inviting and friendly. I ordered a vanilla iced latte with cinnamon and my mom…read moregot the coco loco- it's coconut and mocha. Both of them were good. I think the coco loco would be good with white chocolate though. I'd return if I'm in the area.

Stopped in while in the area. Parking was a challenge, but I persisted and eventually found a spot…read more A charming interior and a friendly staff. I got my usual iced coffee and thought it was just fine. I couldn't quite put my finger on the after taste. Almost a bit smoky or noticeable roasted flavor. There is a lot of seating available to linger and enjoy your beverage. Overall a pleasant experience but wouldn't be my top stop in the area for an iced coffee.

I ordered myself 2 drinks because I just couldn't decide. I ordered the midnight moon lemonade, and…read morethe café au lait. The midnight moon lemonade lasted oks absolutely beautiful. The coffee is my favorite basic coffee drink. Definitely a win in both choices. The staff greeted us upon arrival didn't take long to take an order and promptly started making our drink drinks My husband ordered a the peanut butter mocha hot and he didn't even share so it must have been good!

I prefer a local spot to the coffee chains. I love the vibe inside ...Industrial…read moreChic if that's a thing. I ordered drip coffee- it was nice and strong. My only complaint would be that I like to drink my coffee out of a mug - not paper cups. I know how that sounds - nice and pretentious! I ordered the breakfast burrito and it was jam packed with avocado, egg, bacon, and hash browns (but I couldn't taste them- maybe add more of a crisp and seasoning for these to shine more). Overall - a solid, quick bite at reasonable prices. The burrito was $6-7 (insert middle school laughter) and filling.

Had the Guava crepe and the ham and cheese crepe. EXCELLENT!!…read moreEven we had to wait, the food made us forget about it!! Lots of food too! Brought some home for the next day!! Thumbs up!

We loved this new cafe for its food, service and ambiance. It truly feels European...but with US…read moresized portions What a great addition to the local community.

An institution. The type of coffee shop every small town wishes it had - but rarely does. They do…read moreeverything right. Great brew. Remarkably strong food. In-house bakery. Lots of tables. And always friendly, high quality staff. What's more is that they embrace the role of community uniter, sponsoring countless community events, and hosting gatherings like the weekly community open mic night where musicians of all ilk are welcomed and appreciated. Oh and they also feature an adjacent, highly-curated fine wine and spirits shop, and an upstairs speakeasy to boot!

Been here a few times before, and it's always been a good experience. It's a restored building in a…read morevintage-looking part of downtown. The front has large windows, a couple of patio tables, and bright yellow mums that invite you to step inside. Once inside, it's a big space with a chill vibe. The order counter is large, with a few seats and a good view into the barista area. There's plenty of seating for different-sized groups, plus an elevated seating and stage area at the back. It was late Monday afternoon, and there were only a couple of other people inside. I got a friendly greeting from the barista and help with my order. I went with my usual London Fog Tea Latte in a mug (little lavender, little vanilla, extra foam). I also wanted some bakery, but the only options were cookies and brownies, so I chose the Molasses Cookie. Along with that, I ordered a Peach Mango Refresher. The beverages and cookie were good. The refresher was made with half coconut milk, which added some richness. The London Fog was decent, and the cookie was chewy and flavorful. It made for a very relaxing time, sitting on a sofa and reading a book. On the way out, we browsed the small wine and grocery room off to the right. Lots of interesting spices, wines, vinegars, and gift ideas. This is definitely a place I'll stop in again.

Super cute little cafe with tons of furry friends to keep you company. We had an appointment for…read more11am - they are hour long appointments which I think is the perfect timeframe. There were about 10 cats, one got adopted while we were there! They have a small selection of beverages in addition to coffee, as well as a handful of baked goods. I love this concept. If you're a cat person, you'll love it too!

If you go to Japan, you will be hard pressed to find a cat cafe that will admit you without a…read morereservation days or weeks in advance; redeeming disappointed travelers from that nation is the BaristaCats Café in rural Wisconsin! Twelve cats await you, many very friendly, and you can sit with them, pet them, play with them, and give them cat treats. Also a nice collection of cat related gifts, and coffee. Highly recommend if you love cats!

A Thousand Tales is a wonderful dining experience. The space is much larger than I expected, with a…read moremain dining room, an attached bakery cafe and what looks like a banquet room in back. Located in a strip mall, there is ample free parking. Staff is unassuming, professional and helpful, willing to help with any menu questions. We came for lunch to celebrate a birthday and it was an excellent choice. The menu has a lot of clean eating options, including vegetarian and keto. We opted to share a lamb pizza, a tomato and cucumber salad and a meat tray. All were excellent, plenty of food. The pita was excellent. The tea at the end was lovely. Prices reasonable, good food good portions. Absolutely worth checking out and adding into the rotation of where to go.

I came back from another state, and the first place I missed was Thousand Tales with their cozy and…read morestylish atmosphere. The pistachio crumble latte is still one of my favorites -- creamy, flavorful, and comforting. If you prefer stronger coffee, I'd definitely recommend adding an extra shot. The pogacha with beef and the burek were both delicious, rich, and full of flavor. I also tried the pistachio cheesecake, and it was absolutely delicious -- just as good as I remembered. I was a little disappointed with the Dubai chocolate cheesecake this time though. It didn't even look the same as before, and the pistachio paste tasted less natural than I remembered. The service was good, everyone was friendly, and I'll definitely come back again.

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.

This place is AWESOME! The coffee and smoothies are outstanding and the food is great! Super…read morefriendly service and our dog loved the patio. They also have really cool items for sale like t-shirts, cover posters, etc. So fun!