In need of nourishment on a trip to Chicago, we stopped by Magnifico Coffee Roasters for some food…read moreand coffee. The establishment has a chill atmosphere and the owner was so incredibly friendly. Even though we were out of town, we were immediately invited to a small event they were having the next day and asked about our days in a manner that reflected genuine interest. I wish this could be my local coffee shop, you're so lucky if this is! Their unique offering was a wonderful selection of coffee and a delicious array of Colombian pastries. We ordered an empanada, a churro donut, almojabana, and the pan de bono. I'm vegetarian so I was very happy to see such a wide number of options for me! The churro donut was delicious and cinnamony - if you like sweet breakfasts, definitely get this! I really enjoyed the almojabana and the pan de bono. I liked the pan de bono so much, I even took a picture of the crumb to share with my mother, who is Colombian! Truly, I could have eaten 5 of the pan de bono because they tasted just like the homemade one's my abuela would make when she visited.

The service is really great here. Parking was very easy to find. I came during a busier time so…read morethere wasn't much seating available at that moment. I had a lavender latte which was pretty good.

Im on a mission to visit all these around the world This one…read moreis huge huge Many floors and each on specializing in just alcoholic drinks yes you read that right at Starbucks Another floor for experimental scientific looking flavors and drinks And of course your standard fare Didn't wait long thankfully and had a great time Staff very knowledgeable and great

This is a beautiful large 4 stories Starbucks cafe that is always crowded even late at night. Our…read morefirst attempt was around 8pm on weekday but the line was out of the door. So, we ended up visiting it again the next day close to 9pm. This time, there was no line to enter but the line to buy some drinks inside was pretty long. There were also limited seats inside and there were just too many people inside so I didn't feel comfortable. We ended up just exploring the stores and looked around for the service that they provided. They also have some classes and tour that you can book ahead of time. There was a merchandise store at the first floor as well as regular coffee bar. The second floor was more like a bakery with selections of pastry and baked goods. The third floor was a more fancy coffee experience and there is a coffee tasting available. The fourth floor was the cocktail bar for alcoholic beverages. The cafe is beautifully designed and decorated. I wish that we could enjoy a cup of coffee there.

I ordered the spinach and feta pastry along with a latte. Both were okay, but neither really stood…read moreout. The pastry wasn't flaky or puffy like I expected, and it was served cold, which was disappointing. The latte was smooth, but it tasted pretty average. The service was probably the biggest letdown. The cashier came across as cold and not very friendly, which didn't make for a welcoming experience. Overall, it wasn't a bad visit, but nothing about the food, coffee, or service would make me want to come back.

We stopped in to Coralie Coffee before starting a day of sightseeing, and we really enjoyed our…read morestop! The pastries were buttery and delicious, the Chai tea was REALLY good, and the cappuccino was absolutely fabulous! Service was very friendly, and the location is super cute and clean. We will happily stop in again when we are back in town!

The folks here are nice and make a great brewed latte--nicely flavored espresso, and the milk was…read moresteamed well. Came here for my daily cup while in the area. Appreciated the lack of much line too (maybe luck?) even though there were people at the tables every time I went. They have a few pastry and breakfast sandwich options, but I didn't try them.

So surprised by how goood these lattes are. We tried cardamom, orange rose, and brown sugar miso…read more If I were to rank them, I still liked the cardamom the best, the nutty flavor is hard to beat. Brown sugar miso was also very good, but I'd prefer maybe a bit stronger miso/savory flavor. The orange rose was also very good, although I think my husband and I just don't really like fruity coffee in general so it's more of a personal preference. It is still better than most of the fruity coffee we have tried.

+ kind staff/barista + high top and plush seating for…read moreworking + self serve water dispenser + my half sweet latte was perfect + syrups appear to be made in house + they don't charge extra for plant based milk + Oatly barista brand milk used (good stuff) Notes: 2 sizes of drinks: 8 oz and 16oz 8 oz =2 espresso shots 16 oz=4 espresso shots Most shops I've visited do small, medium, and large with 2, 3, and 3 shots respectively

Such a great local coffee chain in the Chicago area! There are a ton of options for both coffee and…read morenon-coffee lovers. I personally got the Brown Sugar Latte since I've never seen a flavor like that before, and I'm in love with it! Additionally, I'm a fan of the interior of the shop. Great vibes, plenty of indoor seating, and very friendly baristas! I would definitely come back here for my morning pick-up.

Absolutely love this coffee shop! Happy Monday in Edgewater is such a small and hidden coffee shop…read morewith the best service! It always seems to be a hit and busy on the weekends. And that is because it is only open on Saturdays and Sundays! It is dog friendly, trendy, and such a hit. Highly recommend this local joint.

UPDATE: Wow, what a speedy response, thank you. I usually…read morechat with the guy who runs this location who says he is a co-owner. I figured the limited hours had something to do with the menu. Now that you all have gotten rid of the DJ table and added more chairs, it does feel more like a standard cafe! I'm looking forward to the menu changes. Thanks for your consideration! Previous review: I really enjoy their beverages and I keep coming back. That being said, there is almost no price transparency. The only prices they have on their menu are for the THC additions. I've mentioned this to the owner twice (he's a cool guy) but he has always sort of shrugged it off. It bothers me every time I'm in. Sometimes my latte with oat milk comes out different prices. Price transparency is so important for consistency . Not including the prices is a bit elitist, especially when the average drink is $6-$8. You should want folks to come in and comfortably order what they can afford. I hope this suggestion is taken into consideration. The drinks are good and like I said, I keep coming back but this has been a sticking point for me for a year plus.

This cafe is conveniently located in the middle of the Roosevelt Collection shops on the second…read morelevel, in its own standalone building right by the parking garage entrance. Lots of great coffee options, I went for the berry jas lemonade- made with jasmine tea, it was awesome and a beautiful color. Love that you can get small tea bags too, made for a perfect gift. Staff was super friendly and helpful. They serve empanadas from local Cafe Tola and other pastries as well. I tried poblano, potato, and cheese and it was amazing! Always love the opportunity to support a black owned business too!

Good place to stop by for quick bite or drink before the architecture boat tour. Located on the…read moresecond floor in the same plaza as AMC! I ordered the spinach feta croissant. Service was good, the cashier took my order & toasted my croissant in a timely manner.

This place is HUGE for a coffee and tea shop. They sell everything from beans and loose-leaf tea to…read morespices and syrups, and the latte counter is all the way in the back. I don't think I've ever seen this many syrup flavors in one place. There's no seating inside since it's mainly a retail shop, but there's a bench outside. I also loved seeing how inclusive the space is with Pride flags throughout the shop. The Cross Cross Apple Sauce Latte (9/10) was nutty, not too bitter, and had the perfect amount of sweetness. I was expecting more apple, but it actually tasted more like vanilla with a subtle apple flavor. Still super good and honestly impressive for a latte this huge.

I saw a line out the door, so I knew I had to check it out. I grabbed a hazelnut latte, and it was…read moregreat! The staff are super friendly and impressively quick, even when it's busy. I would not wait in line but it is a solid coffee.

Very fancy place , almost over priced cafe style foods . BUT there stuff is deliciousread more

I wanted to like it. I did. But after a few visits, it's just not for me…read more The first trip, I tried the Matari Tea: Green tea, Himalayan pink salt, milk, and spices, topped with roasted pistachios. Sounds good, right? Alas, it could not have been blander. I couldn't taste any "spices" or even the hint of salt. The profile was that of very watered-down tea mixed with milk, and a ton of pistachios floating on top. Like, barely crushed pistachios. Huge pieces, covering the top of the drink, bobbed around like tiny icebergs, and even they somehow had a toned-down flavor. The drink was definitely a swing and a miss. Fast forward two weeks, and I tried Matari again. This time with a simple cortado. I sat at the table right by the door, and the espresso was pretty good. Solid body, not too bitter. It was on the pricy side ($7+), but I was ok with that. But then, I'm hanging out, sipping my coffee, and I catch a burst of perfume-like scent. I'm shocked, but whatever, I figured someone in heavy perfume walked by, no big deal. A few minutes later, wham, I'm hit in the nose with another burst of perfume. Then, I see it. A slight haze around me. So, not a heavily perfumed woman after all, but an automated air-freshener. After further inspection, I see the unit plugged in on the ground right behind my chair, which sprays up and out on a timer. That's right, an air freshener right next to a table where people consume food and beverages, shooting a mist into the air that slowly rains down onto my head and table, and into my coffee. I ended up tossing the last few sips of my cortado, as I could taste the scented whatever-it-was in my cup. I'd have gone to the counter and asked for a new one, but I was so over my visit by then, I just opted to get out. The staff aren't very friendly. Not rude, but they don't give off a welcoming aura, and I didn't feel like trying to explain the issue. Lastly, can we talk about their little "your order is up" beepers? We've all seen them. The little electronic things that blink and make a noise when your order is ready, so you can go snag it from the counter. When I think of a coffee shop, I think quiet and peaceful, or perhaps a bit louder, with bustling people and well-paired music. At Matari, it's an insane BEEP BEEP BEEP that goes off every few minutes when an order is up. I get it, you don't want to bring the food out to your customers. But does it really need to feel like an airport Chili's? It's a bummer, because Matari is beautiful inside. It's clean, it's chic, and its location is at a notable crossroads in Skokie with plenty of parking, leaving it extremely convenient. They've even got an easy-to-use website, which so many coffee shops simply do not have. There aren't a lot of coffee shops in this particular part of town, which is why I so, so very much wanted to love Matari. But subpar drinks? Air freshener spray intrusions? Frequent and obnoxious beeping? I tried. I'm sorry. I just can't.

Way better than Goddess and the Baker right around the corner! No insane line, no overhyping, no…read morehustling to get through a silly (and not worth it) line. There's enough seating, but it could be improved. The drink "Grandma's Bag" is really delicious. This place's drinks are so much more yummy than its competitor!!

I stopped by Happy Monday Coffee on the way to the Art Museum for some quick caffeine. Very good…read morecoffee and great chill, moody ambiance. It was quiet (around 4 pm on Friday) and not too crowded. You order from a kiosk so not too much to add about service, but my oatmilk cortado was fantastic. If I lived here, it seems like a great little coffeeshop to come read, work, or I even saw someone crocheting. The downside was that it seemed they don't have public restrooms, which maybe makes it hard to sit and stay awhile despite the cozy environment.