Sweet Reserve Coffee Shop has such a great atmosphere. The drinks were wonderful--really well made and full of flavor. It's the kind of place where you can tell they care about their coffee and the overall experience. I did try the Dubai brownie, and it wasn't my favorite, but everything else about the visit made up for it. The vibe of the shop feels like the perfect place to settle in and get some work done. It's cozy, welcoming, and somewhere I can definitely see myself spending a few productive hours. I'll definitely be back! read more

The shop was super quiet, as was the staff; however, they were very nice. The person who took my order was helpful in explaining the different types of chai. I ended up getting a karak chai and a gulab jamun cheese cake to go for $15 including $2 tip. The chai was too hot to drink right away but I kept sneaking tiny sips until it cooled off. It wasn't great, but I thought it would be better once I could get a good swallow of it. Wrong. The tea was extremely bitter (a sign of over-boiling or using too much tea leaves) and I wasn't able to discern any spices. I tried to doctor it up once I got home, but nothing helped so it went down the drain. Blech. The cheese cake should have been delicious, but it was drying out from sitting in the case too long. It was very stiff, and the outside was turning to plastic. (Not literally, but it looked and felt like it.) I didn't finish that either. This place has a great menu, and I was initially looking forward to visiting more often once I start getting allergy shots at the clinic next door, but I will save my money and spend it at La Birria Loca down the block instead. read more

From the moment that you walk up. You know, that this place is special. You can smell the fresh baked goods wrap around you like a warm hug. As you walk in, It feels as if you've walked inside of a secret garden. It's a slice of heaven. Also, everyone is super warm and inviting. Which makes you instantly smile. This place is happy and energetic. I loved looking around at all of the different decorations, treats, and treasures. There's plenty of seating indoors or limited seating outdoors. Everything is spotless! And, they're fast, efficient, and no matter what you get it is perfect! It's a great place to go and study, hangout, or sit for an incredible cup of coffee! We've been here on a few different occasions and here's what I've tried so far. We've tried passion fruit cheesecake, chocolate torte, Dubi brownie, Iced latte, Iced pumpkin cinnamon oat chai, and the iced peppermint bark latte. Everything was incredibly delicious! They also, have lots of other food and treats. Which, I look forward to trying next time I come in. Iced Latte-This drink was simply incredible! It had notes of smoked cocoa, toasted macadamia nut, candied orange zest, sultanas, and deep nots of dark caramel. It was a dream. It's a little on the strong side. So, add extra cream and it'll be perfect! Iced Peppermint Bark Latte-This Drink is Christmas in a cup. It tastes as if you melted a piece of peppermint bark into a shot of espresso. Pure heaven! It had nots of cocoa, cocoa nibs, milk chocolate, white chocolate, peppermint, dark chocolate, vanilla, and a hint of mint. Which, tied everything together for a Christmas wonderland that I'll never forget! Iced Pumpkin Cinnamon Oat Chai-This drink is like Fall in a cup. It has notes of allspice, cardamom, cinnamon, clove, ginger, and vanilla. With just a hint of sweet pumpkin with caramel notes. To finish it off, a splash of creamy oat milk. Which, ties everything together for an unforgettable drink. If you're a spice person then get this! It's creamy, dreamy, and delicious! My dad can't get enough of this drink! Chocolate torte- this dessert is decadent and delicious! It's dense and creamy with a thin shiny glaze on top. It is the perfect combination It's pure heaven! I savored every last bite of this dedicate dessert. All of the desserts were amazing in their own special ways. So, you can't go wrong with any of them. So if you're looking for a new go to cafe with incredible coffees, teas, and delicious desserts, come here! read more

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Whenever I'm craving a sweet treat, Sweet Reserve is one of the first places that comes to mind! Their cheesecakes are my favorite. I recently tried the blueberry cheesecake for the first time and absolutely loved it. I'm also hoping they bring back the mango cheesecake this summer because it was my favorite. Whenever I'm in the mood for something warm and comforting, I always order the Kashmiri chai. On top of the delicious desserts and drinks, the employees are always welcoming and greet you as soon as you walk in. It is always clean! read more

Sweet Reserve Cafe & Bakery - Blueberry cheesecake - Bakeries Near Me - Winfield, Illinois

First time visiting Sweet Reserve Cafe. It's located right near to the Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage hospital. The food was good and I like the unique items they offer, like the chicken tikka bread. The lattes were okay. I got an iced pistachio latte, and it seems like the pistachio syrup they use has bits of pistachio in it. My boyfriend did not ask for iced but they made his iced. Even though he wanted hot, he drank about half of it anyway. I thought the baklava tart had a little bit of a freezer/stale fridge taste. My boyfriend liked it, though. I'd be willing to come back to try their other items because they had a huge selection of desserts, including ones I've never seen elsewhere. The cafe is pretty big with plenty of seating too. read more

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I went here during their grand opening and really enjoyed everything!! I went back recently and have to say, such a disappointment. I got the tiramisu, Dubai brownie, and the white chocolate raspberry cake and nothing tasted fresh like the first time. They barely put any filling for the Dubai brownie which was sad on top of it just not tasting fresh. I may try it one more time before I completely stop going, but I'm really not sure. This was a really bad experience. I hope they do fix it, but if not, I don't see how this location will last. read more

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OKAY.. LOOOOOVE! I've previously been to Sweet Reserve in Schaumburg and was disappointed. The Winfield location is completely different. I loved everything about my time here and plan to be frequent. Like other locations - The space has natural lighting throughout and is designed beautifully. This location is spacious and has indoor seating for ~50 guests. I was here on a weekend morning and by 10am it was PACKED. I'm really glad I came in before the crowd. Service was great and the staff members were friendly with bright smiles. After my friend and I ordered at the front counter we were given a number to bring to our table. Our items were brought over to us when they were ready. I ordered a matcha latte with almond milk and the chive, roasted tomato & goat cheese quiche. The latte is NOT your typical starbucks matcha latte. It is not sweet which instantly told me the matcha they use is of premium quality. If you are looking for it to be sweet, they do have sugar and syrups to add. The quiche was DIVINE, all the ingredients go well together. It was served hot and had the perfect texture. This location was the perfect spot for our gal pal date and I'm looking forward to coming back and trying more of their menu. read more

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Sweet Reserve Café & Bakery - Winfield This was the second Sweet Reserve location I've visited, and it's cool to see they've grown into a small chain with four cafés now. The space in Winfield is bright, clean, and spacious definitely a nice spot to sit and relax. I ordered a Cortado, which was very good, along with a chicken croissant sandwich that was packed full and surprisingly satisfying. For dessert, I tried the pumpkin cheesecake, and it honestly blew me away full of flavor and really well-made. It still feels a little strange that they don't offer drip coffee, which seems like a staple for any café. Also, I think adding some background music would help give the place a bit more warmth and energy. The staff working today were very kind and friendly, and overall it was a great experience. My total came to about $21, which felt fair for the quality. 4 out of 5 stars solid café with delicious food and drinks, just could use a little more ambiance. read more

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What a great addition to the Downton Winfield area!! The inside is beautifully designed to match their other locations. I was surprised to see Sweet Reserve was located in the NW Medicine building but parking was no issue. The staff member was great about making latte recommendations since they offer quite a few syrup flavors. I landed on the lavender cardamom latte (hot). The drink was ready within a few minutes and served in a cozy mug with milk art. What a great touch! I enjoyed the flavor a lot but the latte was rather milky. I would have loved a stronger coffee punch but just my personal preference! I did enjoy the atmosphere to catching up with friends but would love to see more "breakfast" style food items be offered. Overall, a great spot in Winfield to enjoy coffee or tea! read more

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We have now visited Sweet Reserve a few times since it's soft opening and waited to give this review to ensure we had a few experiences to pull from. Service... The employees are always friendly and helpful. We received our drinks and food promptly and fresh/hot. It was also served to us at the table, which is not common at most coffee shops. Our chatty 3.5 year old also kept up a constant stream of conversation which they engaged in, to his delight. Food... l ordered the chicken tikka pastry, which was delicious. It was flavorful with a hit of spice and perfectly flakey. I'm not sure if these are made and then baked fresh or reheated but it certainly tasted freshly baked! My wife ordered the Turkish bread that came with a nice balsamic drizzle on top which was a game changer. Both items were quite filling along with our drinks. Our son ordered the M&M cookie. It was a little harder than usual today but when asked his feedback on it, he said "mmm...yummy in my tummy" so I think it passed the test! Drinks... I ordered the chai which was excellent. My only alteration would be to see if they could adjust the sweetness. My wife ordered the iced caramel latte which was beautifully crafted and made strong/less sweet (exactly how she likes it). There have been a few reviews me ruining the pricing, but not only is Sweet Reserve's pricing on par with most coffee shops, but their portions and flavors are top notch and worth the price. For $35, we got two drinks, two lunch items and a cookie. It's not necessarily cheap, but fair price and quality food/drinks. Overall, we love Sweet Reserve. After dropping Starbucks and its mediocre coffee, this has become go-to coffee shop for the food, the drinks and the vibe. The interior is beautifully designed and parking js never an issue. We definitely recommend this to all. read more

Sweet Reserve Cafe & Bakery - Kayak chai - Bakeries Near Me - Winfield, Illinois

I haven't had their sweets yet because I was taking off sugar for Lent but we did try a bunch of their savory food and WOW! Everything was delicious. We came opening day in the morning and the restaurant was packed but despite that everyone was friendly, professional, and on top of service. Most of the time I go to an opening I leave thinking, it'll improve, this is a hard day to judge them by but in this case I can say if their regular service improves upon the service I received today then they will do so well. Definitely a must try and a great addition to Winfield. read more

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Ordered a cup of hot coffee for take out in the early Saturday morning. Got a couple of miles away and realized that it was stone cold. Cold. Not even remotely warm or room temperature. Like they put refrigerated, stale coffee in a hot coffee cup. I couldn't feel the cold through the cup sleeve, or I would have called them out on it when I was there. So I'm out $5. Been here several times. It's a cute cafe. The bakery items are good. The coffee, when they don't mess it up, is good too. But the prices for other food items are higher than they are worth. And, as others have repeatedly mentioned, the cafe needs some soft music. Something. The dead silence is off putting. read more

Great bites and coffee with a nice vibe. Service was quick and easy. Will return in the future.

The gluten-free chocolate torte is one of the BEST things I've ever eaten!!! They're open early. They STAY open past 7! read more

The barista never acknowledged us even when I was at her counter looking at there coffee menu. She was glued to her phone the whole time a through most of our meal. Ordered quiche but was told it was still frozen. This is at 11:15 in the morning. Food that we did have was pretty good. read more

I used to like them, but has it been a frustrating experience lately. My wife loves their Kashmiri chai so I picked one up while I was in the area. While I was there, I asked if their chai was sugar free. Turns out, they don't have a sugar free chai, which is very surprising especially since they are attached to a hospital. No worries, I can't change their menu. Back to the Kashmiri chai, Turns out, they forgot to put nuts in it which is probably the only reason she likes it. When I pay for a $6cup of beverage, I expect basics to be taken care of and staff that is knowledgeable. Anyways. This is the second or third time our experience has been frustrating here. read more

Latte's we've had, have been great, the staff is polite, and the pastries are wonderful!!

To start off, the people were very friendly, this can be said about the atmosphere in there also. They had a vast selection of food, I had the Turkish bread and it was a 9/10, but I also had the some of the best Tiramisu ever. I would 100% recommend. read more

The desserts are lovely and what they're known for. But my favorite are the pide breads especially the sun-dried tomato with olive oil drizzle. read more

This bakery/cafe never disappoints me for food or service! Everything I have tried has been fresh and tasty.

Great spot close to Northwestern CDH Hospital for a sweet treat (although they have a few savory offerings as well) and a beverage (the iced tea is lovely!) read more

Love to see this in Winfield. The ambience was really inviting. We ordered a plain drip coffee, an ice strawberry matcha and cranberry scone. The drip coffee was excellent. The matcha was fine. Enjoyed it - but I've found it difficult to get a perfectly made matcha most places. Scone was really good !! Prices were on the high side . But pretty consistent with other cafes of this type. Service was good. We will be here often read more

A great addition to Winfield! We stopped in for coffee and ended up getting an assorted box of sweets and tried the Turkish bread as well. Coffee and Turkish bread were delicious. A little disappointed with the cake jars; it was just a jar full of icing. read more

I'd give up my first born child for another piece of their chocolate torte. Also the vibes are nice

Cute atmosphere, and the danishes look super good. The coffee isn't the best, and the cups when you get a cup of coffee there are maybe 8-10oz with no refills. I'll make my K-cup at home lol read more

the good the setting, brand new location the ok the quiche, small serving for $7.50 over price a tea for $5.00 fancy coffee priced at $6 was good service the hot food came before the drinks so 2 quiche and two beverages came to $27 a bit high, but what isn't now days last limited menu not a family friendly place no menu for young kids better bang for your money is the Scone House down the street!!! read more

I looked at the menu as I walked in, which seemed interesting but expensive. I gave them the benefit of the doubt as I thought maybe the sandwich would come with a side of chips, or soup possibly. Spent $20 on a large strawberry lemonade and a croissant chicken sandwich. I was hoping for something better honestly as there was no meat filling in the croissant sandwich whatsoever, and the strawberry lemonade is not fresh. Basically syrup at the bottom of the cup, and they fill it with Minute Maid Lemonade into their pitcher containers. You can buy a carton of lemonade from the grocery store for $4 vs their $9 cup. The staff were not too friendly, but super weird vibes. Was not greeted when approaching the register to place my order, and the barista person handling the drinks etc didn't wear gloves, not hand washing in between doing certain things. The atmosphere of the store was nice, but not too inviting. No music, nobody talking because it felt awkward. Lots of people walked in, and walked out as they looked at the menu and said it was too expensive. A small slice of Opera cake, $7.XX - you can get a great slice that's bigger in size for that price at other bakeries. Definitely not worth it, and I don't think the business will succeed in Winfield. Wish I could say better things, but I honestly can't. I was really disappointed in my meal for lunch. :-( read more

This place is amazing - and such a great addition to Winfield! The various chi teas are delicious. I haven't tried the food but it looks delicious. It's super spacious and has become my new go-to place to meet people for coffee/tea. read more