The perfect cappuccino freddo exists here: two shots of espresso over ice with cold foam. This is the daily go-to during our stay in Chicago--they have bomb smoothies and an assortment of noshables read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Cappuccino freddo on a summer day - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My family and I were at New City for a pop up event today. After a little bit of shopping we needed a caffeine boost. Thankfully this coffee shop was inside New City. They have quite a menu. I was overwhelmed at the choices at first but landed on an iced chai latte The staff is nice and the service is really fast. There's a lot of seating and a fairly clean loo. read more

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Nice coffee shop with a printer available for customers, which is a helpful feature. I got an iced latte with almond milk, but the coffee was a bit too bitter for my taste. I was also disappointed by the lack of gluten free food options. Aside from Rice Krispies Treats, there wasn't much available, and I'd love to see more gluten free choices in the future. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Cute coffee shop by the Clybourn redline. Super chill stylish coffee/ tea cafe/ shop; whatever you have in mind. They have a great assortment of breakfast sandwiches and pastries. I was tempted by the lemon bar since I already had breakfast and decided to double down on the sugars with a Dragon Eye coffee: made with condensed milk. The lemon bar was solid. A nice hearty shortbread bottom with beautiful lemon curd on top. Not too sweet or acidic. Would get it again. Dragon Eye coffee was not as thick as I imagine being made with condensed milk. The brew was a solid medium roast and very flavorful. The music was a jazzy chill beats and very relaxing for a Sunday morning/ afternoon. Would recommend stopping if in the area. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Brekkie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Super yummy coffee drinks here! Especially love the dreamy cold brew and the Vietnamese iced coffee. Also appreciate that they are open in the evening (which is rare for a coffee shop)--super helpful on night shifts for a little pre-work pick-me-up! It's equally good on slow morning strolls. The service is great and drinks are always made well. There is quite a bit of sitting room as well. This place is already on repeat. read more

My friend walks here from her apartment every day and she suggested we visit this spot when I came to cowork. She got the large iced latte and I got the double shot caramel iced blended with oat milk (you have to ask for a milk substitute or else you get 2% milk). I wish I had gotten the triple shot/larger size because it was delicious. Just what I needed when the weather broke 60 degrees in the winter. It's perfect for getting work done because there is ample seating and great lighting. They have wifi (ColdestBrew! is the password) and a printer. read more

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Love the drinks etc. The girls at the register today were off putting AF. Please hire people who know can interact? ? They both look like they're ready to fight someone, or go cry in their rooms. The vibe in there is negatory. read more

The barista who was working there today, around 2:05p gave some of the worst service I've experienced in a long time. She clearly is unhappy in the role. No welcome in, no acknowledgment whatsoever. She was clearly annoyed that a customer came in while she was restocking or batching something, then had a terrible attitude when interacting with me, like my coming into the business that is there to make money is a burden to her. On top of that, the matcha I ordered with honey just had a glob of honey at the bottom of it and there were clumps of matcha floating in it. No attempt to mix it in or anything like that, like she couldn't be bothered to take the time to make the drink. I usually come here before seeing a movie, but this definitely makes me not want to bother if making a drink for paying customers is that big of a deal. She either needs to be retrained or needs to find another job, because she's most assuredly a detriment to your business. read more

The food was good. I had the ham and cheese croissant and it was made fresh. Service was great. Gave good suggestions when i asked. They do have n extensive drink and sandwiches menu. I had the Pineapple Fruit Tea. At first i thought it was so bland but my silly ass didnt know i had to shake it. I love fruit teas and i would definitely go back when Im in the area again. The place is very chill. Parking is hard , itw in the city so walking is ideal. read more

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Really nice coffee place. The drinks here are refreshing and the coffee drinks are good! Who is taking orders needs to greet and smile more otherwise this place is a must! Way better than Starbucks!! read more

I came here while I was getting my car serviced and it was the perfect little spot to cozy up in! I was able to do some work thanks to their free wifi and outlets available for my laptop. The coffee I tried was the Vietnamese hot coffee which was sufficiently strong. I usually opt for cold drinks when it's warmer outside and I'm excited to come back and try their matcha/more unique drink flavors. The service was quick and easy. Just as a heads up if you need to use the bathroom, you'll just have to step out the cafe and go into the New City Main Area read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Ordered the iced strawberry tea and it was perfect for a hot day! It seems like they have good weekly specials too. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Iced Tea Lemonade - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A great spot to enjoy a delicious drink inside a nice shopping center. The seating isn't too cramped and the layout feels casual with a dining room that isn't too noisy. Like other sweetwaters locations, the quality of the ingredients is evident and the prices are quite reasonable for getting consistently delicious drinks. This is prepared in a quick and friendly manner. There is also a nice selection of bakery goods and cakes if you need a bite with your drink. For the drinks, it is nice that the calorie count is displayed so that you have the ability to quickly decide between higher and lower calorie options (though the higher calorie ones are definitely worth it, as they are full of flavor!). Overall, worth a visit for a delicious drink and a sweet bite if you're in the area. read more

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I stop by this place constantly. They're fast and reliable. My favorite drink is the monster matcha (unfortunately seasonal). Think iced latte meets iced matcha latte. Double the caffeine! The food is great too. I'm all about their bagel and egg sandwiches. There's various protein options and they're all good. I typically order via app and the service is always fast and time estimates of when orders are ready are accurate. It's a casual yet clean place and nice spot to meet friends for a coffee. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Jade Matcha Cold Brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

It's a good place to get a drink. It's not too expensive (at the current going rate ). May try other stuff next time like the lemonades. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

They lock their doors at like 8:15 instead of 9 just wanted to use the bathroom would've paid for it if I had to. Just saw the coworkers all looking at me sitting talking. I do recommend the drinks though if you plan to go during the day and I guess not so last minute read more

I have been to this "Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea" location several times but never wrote a review. This is a franchise, yet the drink and food offerings are better than S*arb*cks or D*nki* D*n*ts in my opinion. I receive their weekly emails informing about the Happy Hour deals (mostly on Mondays). I also have their reward app so that I can check out anything new and look at their vivid, high quality beverage graphics and wish I have a cup of deliciousness in my hand as I'm trying to lose some postpartum weight. Many coffeeshops in the city close by the afternoon, but Sweetwaters open until 9pm. This allows us to escape the house from time to time so that we can use this place as a brief outing. I like their matcha craft drinks. I don't usually order drinks with sugar and I always prefer my coffee black. However, I do indulge myself with their matcha speciality drinks every once in awhile. Free wifi, outlets, clean and well-lit cafe seating are provided for the patrons. Many of their merchandise sold online and in-store are just too cute! Although they are pricy, looking at these items is still inspirational. I don't know if they validate parking for the parking garage. We usually swing by Dick's Sporting Goods or Mariano's since they have the parking validation machines. I believe the first 2 hours is free that way. Sometimes the frequency of visiting an establishment depends on the convenience of parking situations. You probably will see us sometimes here at nights and catch pokemons! read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Monster matcha- matcha, espresso, and cream - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I'm sitting here in the lovely outdoor space at Sweetwaters, drinking a very nice latte. Medium ("grande" in corporate owned coffee lingo) was $5.62. Worth it. Smooth and balanced. Super clean and comfortable inside. Friendly and fast service. They have a printer if you have very serious things to do. Good jazz playing at a soft volume, not overwhelming or obtrusive. Well spaced, small tables inside. Outside space is very well designed at this complex. Meant for summer relaxation. Lookit the fountain. Lookit those big rocks by the fountain. It's great! read more

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My husband and I came to Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea to relax and get a drink in the middle of a busy day. This coffee shop is very cute. It is bright, warm, and inviting. The employees are very nice. We shared the Creme Caramel. It was very good. It had a coffee taste but was not too sweet. We got a chance to sit, relax, and do and work. I highly recommend Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea! It's a great escape in a busy city. read more

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Great, consistent service and a variety of yummy drinks. I'm there early for the coffee -- my go-to is Dragon Eye, and gotta say "Try the hash browns!" read more

It's a cute coffeeshop. It's in the smaller end. They have lattes, tea, and more. Don't trust the location in yelp, it's actually around the corner. I got lost following yelp location. My sf brown sugar almond latte was delicious. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Pastries Lattes tea and more - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I would have loved this place if it wasn't for 3 employees screaming and laughing so hard they were choking. They really created an unnecessary scene. There were 5-6 staff standing around the entire time I was there. One girl ate the whole time behind the counter, in view of all of the customers Several could have gone home. Located in the very pretty New City Plaza, the wrap around windows offered a fantastic view of all the trees decorated in a ton of twinkle lights. It is bright and cheery inside with plenty of seating. The glass cases at the counter were filled with pastries sweet & savory. Their beverage menu is quite extensive. I opted for a nice herbal tea. I loved the Mandarin Orange Rooibos. They play smooth loungey music, which I would have loved to enjoy with my tea. Unfortunately the girls were still squawking at a volume level meant for a stadium. They were choking, coughing and snorting. One girl had to wipe her face down with paper towels because she got herself so worked up. Note to management: Don't over-schedule and train your staff of proper behavior while working. They were still at it when I left. I tried to sit and sip my tea but gave up. I'd rather drink my tea in my car than be subjected to the chaos any longer. read more

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Great coffeeshop in North/Clybourn area! I ordered a pistachio latte and asked the barista what syrups they had beforehand. They have around 20 something options and the barista was so nice and listed them all! I got the pistachio which was perfectly sweet and nutty. The area also reminds me of a nice suburban outlet mall. A nice, chill place to work or sit and read! read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Pistachio Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I really enjoyed the matcha here. The drink sizes are crazy--maybe one day I'll get the biggest one! The service was quick and polite. It would take some maneuvering to get around with a mobility aid, and the tables, straw/napkin area, and seating areas were quite messy and disorganized. I wouldn't sit around and study but I would definitely grab a drink here again. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - iced Matcha Latte!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I didn't really like it! I got the imperial tea, butter croissant, and cinnamon roll. The croissant was good enough not the best and expensive for what it is. The tea was something I was still contemplating on, it's strong but not good if that makes sense? The flavor wasn't that great to me. I asked the young lady at front if she liked the cinnamon rolls she told me they were really good so I bought one. Unfortunately the roll was very hard and seemed old. Maybe it's good but just not fresh? I'm going later today for a refund for the roll just because the quality was unacceptable and I asked her specifically about it... Too much money for the quality. I think the cafe itself is a nice place to get work done did not seem loud just the food quality was very disappointing. Idk if I would recommend still trying them out I know some items can be made better than others but I think it's risky to buy something that likely will not be worth it. read more

Really yummy hot Vietnamese coffee! I definitely recommend giving it a try :) The baristas are super friendly as well. I'll be back to try the pastries in the future. The only downside is that it gets pretty busy and most of the tables will be filled up by people working. Wouldn't recommend to hang out in there. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - French Vietnamese Au Lait - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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On most Sunday mornings, since Sweetwaters has opened, you can find my husband and I ( and our daughters when they are in town) curled up in the cozy seating up front, enjoying beverages, breakfast items or sweets. We also gravitate to the community table in back to play games. This is our go to place to start our week as the drinks are delish, the seasonal specialties are top notch, and the owners are incredibly welcoming. The vibe is relaxing and inclusive for all: families, students, first dates, seniors, dog parents, and everyone in between. They also participate in and host community events throughout the year. read more

I'm a cold brew drinker so I'm only reviewing that. It's quite good and very neutral tasting. Not acidic at all, but not as zingy and fullbodied as I'd like. They only offer it in the bigger cup as well. They have a decent amount of indoor seating and parking isn't too bad. They also provide complimentary wifi and have plenty of outlets. Also, the workers are very sweet and friendly. Wifi pass : ColdestBrew! read more

Stopped in here to grab a quick snack before our an appointment. We didn't have time for coffee but we tried the lemon bar and the savory spinach croissant. The spinach croissant was fine but the lemon bar was fantastic. Def would come back to try the coffee. read more

my drink didn't taste the same as it always does and the person making it and serving it was clearly too busy talking with her peers. She handed it to me and said "here" in a rude way. I love this place and I always come but this has never happened before. read more

$8.20 sandwich. Biscuit with bacon egg and cheese. Yea...you decide if it's worth it. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

So this will be a compliment or an insult depending who you ask but this little franchise coffee shop located in New City shopping plaza Is the most suburban feel coffee shop in the whole city of Chicago. Fortunately the menu has any coffee drinks one would want and has a good selection of daily free mills and sugar free syrups so overall I am a happy customer. Good place to go before or after a movie or when shopping at saks off 5 th read more

This brand new cafe is so cool and in such a great area. The interior is very clean and welcoming, menus and displays are easy to read/navigate. The courtyard well lit with security around. I tried the ginger lemon tea and loved it! Very refreshing balanced flavors. The staff was so nice, helpful and patient with all my questions and provided recommendations. Thank you!! I will be back! read more

Absolute best vanilla latte I've had in my River North/Old Town/Gold Coast hunt so far. Soo creamy and smooth, and relatively sweet. I used oat milk which was delicious, and not too thick or made me feel heavy/bloated after like others have done. Ordered a medium, oat milk vanilla latte with Abianno espresso upgrade. And I ordered it through UberEats and it still came warm, well blended, and delicious. Mega kudos to Sweetwaters because a lot of coffee shops I order on Uber eats half-ass their delivery orders and make them bitter or missing an ingredient. read more

Nice facility and friendly-enough peeps. Cafe latte was weak sauce, however. Weak. Sauce. There are better options out there.

Def my favorite for coffe and tea place in linkin park. If you're undecided and unsure what you want to drink this is the place for you. They have so many options and good dessert to go with eveything. The Thai tea is brewed and tasted legit Outdoor seating is nice as well read more

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea - Turkey melt , Thai tea , Iced French Vietnamese Au Lait,,tiramisu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Location can't be beat. Street parking as well as garage parking. Not particularly spacious but there were a few seats to be had. Some outdoor seating as well. Selection of sweets, savories, coffee, and tea. However, the coffee was just plain bad. Order taker asked if for $.50 I'd like to upgrade to a premium espresso which she claimed to be smoother. I said I'd give it a try. My husband, the true coffee aficionado, took his first sip and his face said it all... I thought he was going to gag. I'd asked for sugar free brown sugar syrup in my latte and, frankly, it tasted like they forgot to add it. read more

I wanted to try this fancy coffee shop as a treat and it's excellent though a little inconsistent. I went one day and got a monster matcha and a breakfast sandwich both were excellent although pricey. Yesterday I went back and got a croissant and an americano, while the croissant was top notch the americano was really bad just like a cup of hot water with little flavor. So that lowered my rating a bit I lowered my rating even more bc I went back and the Americano was once again really weak. I asked them to add a shot of espresso and they seemed annoyed and charged me an extra 2.45 for a shot of expresso and demanded I take the lid off my coffee. Very rude and it's not my fault you don't know how to make an americano read more

Don't get hot tea here. I got a tea with milk and it did not brew. Staff seemed a little unhappy to be here this morning. Cute location. read more

This cafe has a good ambiance and quiet/ calm music for people to sit and work. The drink I ordered was a Monster matcha which consist of matcha, espresso and your choice of milk with vanilla syrup I believe. I tailored the sweetness of my drink and it was perfect. I also tried the butter croissant- very buttery and flaky! It was quiet pricy for a small croissant but I didn't mind trying it. Overall love this cafe a far and I'd return to do work here. read more