Very cute spot to stop in and grab a coffee in downtown Naperville! My boyfriend went to UofM and insisted that it's an Ann Arbor staple and said that we had to check it out! He got an iced mocha and a tiramisu for us to share. The tiramisu was really good - the right amount of whipped cream and the lady fingers weren't too dry. He really enjoyed the mocha and finished it super quickly. Lots of seating in the cafe and the staff were super friendly. Overall, solid little spot and I'd definitely recommend if you're in the area! read more

Sweetwaters Coffee And Tea - Bakeries Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Dragon Eye coffee is a simple but great combo. Two shots of espresso, water, and sweetened condensed milk. I love that the amount of sweetened condensed milk was just right where the coffee didn't end up being too sweet. I do want to point out that the drink didn't seem like the strongest coffee around, and the taste closer resembled tea with a little milk added. I should have gone to the Vietnamese coffee the cashier offered! I also tried a piece of their sour cream coffee cake. Warmed wonderfully, and with just the right amount of sweetness, crispness, and just a little tang from the sour cream. This was terrific, and something I would absolutely get again. The vibe is classic with lots of wood, and plenty of comfortable seating. However, if you choose to take advantage of their WiFi, you are asked to buy a drink first, and then every 30 minutes after an hour. I understand where this comes from, and it serves as a deterrent from someone buying one drink and spending a working day in here. However, it also makes Sweetwaters seem like less of a spot to chill and catch up on Yelp reviews (for e.g.,), as I'd have to set a stopwatch to not break the rules. Final verdict: while the Dragon Eye could've had some coffee flavors, the coffee cake helped bring the experience up. While the vibe is classic, don't expect to sit and work without keeping the drinks coming. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee And Tea - Bakeries Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Sweetwater is a cute Downtown Naperville coffee and tea spot. Parking can be a little tough; there are limited spots out front but plenty of nearby lots and garages. When I entered, I was a bit confused on where the line started. The inside was very clean, had a good amount of tables to sit at, and multiple menus displayed to show their featured items. I did wish they listed their syrup flavors somewhere to help give customers insight to offerings. When ordering, I decided to go with the Seasonal Great Pumpkin Latte (with Oatmilk) and no whipped cream. The staff member did try to upsell me on an espresso type which I nicely declined. My husband got their Chai Latte as well. It didn't take too long for drinks to be ready. I liked the flavor of mine but it did lean on the sweet side. My husband's chai also was on the sweet side. I'm happy I stopped in to try Sweetwaters. Pricing was average to a bit high on my latte. I didn't try food when visiting but many items looked intriguing in the cases! read more

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They have a decent selection of teas. Had the Dragon Pearl Jasmine and they use tea leaves that they place in a pouch and hangs inside the side of the cup. Love the aroma and flavors. Water was very hot, so I did ask for some ice to help cool it down enough to drink right away. They have a variety of other coffee and drinks. Also they have desserts, pastries, and sandwiches. There are a few comfy chairs by the entrance. Tables for 2-4 ppl along the wall and a larger table in the back. Great place to have a quick meeting or small study group. read more

Sweetwaters miss the mark. Its a nice looking place for sure but the quality of the coffee or their pastries was just average. Their Vietnamese coffee tasted watery and lacked any distinct flavor. I had their "French" donuts which it wasn't clear what was "French" about them since the French don't eat donuts but whatever... point is they were not good. Those dry Entemann'a donuts you can get from the store have better consistency and flavor than these. And to top it all off the service is slow and the gentleman making the drinks looked annoyed. I can't believe that downtown Naperville doesn't have a decent bakery with good cafes except the Starbucks Reserve.. Gasp. That should tell you everything. read more

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OMG McDonald's bacon egg and cheese biscuit is better than what they tried to provide. Certainly not made fresh to order. Everything is already prepared and is tossed into a large toaster. For $8.71 I was expecting so much more. Most of the bacon was nearly uncooked and one piece was under the biscuit. When I tried to pick it up it fell apart. I took it back in for a refund. Wonder if everything comes in frozen and they just thaw it out. One and done for me. read more

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Good place for younger folks and people who are less snobby about coffee. Lots of sugary flavored concoctions. read more

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They regularly update their menu which I love. And always surprised how friendly the people are here, the cleanliness, and the happy vibe. Best coffeehouse in Naperville. read more

The employees just stare at you and don't acknowledge you lmao. So awkward. Didn't stop their conversation to say hi, didn't ask what they could get for us. Quite rude read more

Stopped by again and just as good as the first time. People were super friendly suggesting options and their seasonal cold brew is definitely worth a try! read more

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The food and drinks were amazing. My daughter and I said they had the most delicious baked goods that we ever had. The barista's service was kind and the ambiance was clean and refreshing. Will be back for sure! read more

Thanks to my friend Egan for suggesting this spot! I must've driven by here countless times into downtown Naperville, trying lots of similar spots nearby but had just never noticed this one. This place really hits the spot with drinks that I'd consider somewhere between Joy Yee's and Gloria's Jeans in terms of design. Unfortunately, I only have a limited capacity to try so many drinks in a single visit so I'll need to make more visits to be able to try everything. What really makes this spot stand out for me is the selection of premium drinks and asian inspired drinks. For example, there's lots of cold brew, expresso, and iced drinks made with premium ingredients and their housemade whipped cream. There's also vietnamese coffee, matcha latte, imperial milk tea, thai iced tea, and a large selection of hot teas available as well. There's something to satisfy everyone's cravings here with the selection of soy, oat, and almond milks as well -- and chocolate milk shake and hot chocolate for those looking for less caffeine (and pup cup for the dogs!). These wonderful drinks are served with a very impressive bakery selection, rivaling as many items as you'll find in a panera or corner bakery and at reasonable prices. If you warn something a little more rich, cakes and cheese cakes are also available for purchase. There's a good amount of seating available here to enjoy everything with board games and books available as well. This was overall a delightful place to enjoy a coffee and I'm sure to be back soon! read more

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Sweetwaters is just the best. Went here weekly during undergrad and always enjoyed my experience! Staff is extremely kind, and the feel for the shop itself is so cozy. Perfect place to sit with friends to chat or study for classes! The hot creme caramel and iced Vietnamese are absolutely delicious. Perfect pairings with their bagel sandwiches or muffins. 10/10, recommend to everyone in the Naperville area looking for a coffee! read more

Sweetwaters Coffee And Tea - Cranberry Scone - CranOrange and Crme Caramel - Bakeries Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

My first experience was wonderful but now So sad . the drinks were terrible!! I got the same strawberry bliss but bigger size and it tasted like water down sour strawberry water. Not even close to what it was last time. Husband got a strawberry refreshing and it tasted like sour grapefruit. Very disappointing. I wanted to go back but the girls seemed like I was inconveniencing or a bother to them. I won't be back again read more

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This is a very cute place that has a traditional coffee shop vibe. It's so hard to find places like this anymore. The barista suggested one of their cold brews based upon my questions - one of the best that I've gotten in the burbs. So well done. They were baking cookies when I arrived. The chocolate chip was warm and so fresh and perfectly complimented my cold brew. They have artwork on the walls that you can buy which I found very cool. There's a nice friendly atmosphere with great food and drinks. Found out that it's pet friendly so I'm bringing my dog next time. Highly recommend and thank you to the wonderful barista who served me today. read more

Love this place. We visited Naperville for the Wine Walk and saw that Sweetwaters has high reviews. We ordered a croissant sandwich with egg and cheese. They serve it warm which really brought out the flavor. I had the carrot cake and it was the best I'd ever had. This place allows dogs, btw, which is so wonderful. We will be back." read more

Cute little spot. Wide variety of beverages and flavors. I went with the raspberry iced tea, and it was very refreshing on a hot day. I had the pretzel club sandwich as well, which was delicious. They have a decent amount of seating. Prices are a little high, but overall, it's a great place. Check them out! read more

This cute downtown coffee shop is perfect for meeting up with friends, doing some work, or just grabbing some coffee to go! I got the dirty cold brew which basically tastes like a mocha. It was delicious and had a great balance of flavors. I ordered to go, and it was ready before I got there, which is great since it was busy when I walked in. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee And Tea - Bakeries Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

I like this shop. The staff is really friendly. It's clean. It's only half a block from the Benton Ave parking garage, which is good because I hate parallel parking my SUV on Washington. There are kid friendly options if caffeine isn't their thing. My daughter drinks her tart Strawberry Lemon Freeze ($5.75) while I drink my Dragon Eye -their house coffee with sweetened condensed milk. It sounds like it would be a really sweet coffee, but it's not at all. A single Dragon Eye is 130 cals. At $4.75 it's not too badly priced. There's a fairly big selection of pastries, but as a pastry chef, I usually avoid any pastry that isn't house made or sourced from a reputable pastry shop. I don't come here for the pastries though. I'm only here for the coffee. read more

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The food wasn't great, but the worst thing is they are very shady about pricing. We ordered an egg and a cheese sandwich and the woman said "where do you want the hashbrown, on it or on the side?" We said on the side not knowing it was an upcharge. They pulled the same kind of thing with our drinks. Not bad drinks but I won't go back solely for the dishonesty. read more

Date: 31-May-2024 Time: 6.45-ish pm Total (before tip): $17.73 Payment type: cash Barista: Amanda Grade: A+ We come here almost every week. And the service, the drinks and the sweets are excellent and today was no different! We ordered our drinks (Ginger Raspberry Tea and London Fog) and a cupcake. I had London Fog and it was pretty good! My partner enjoyed her Iced Tea too. Cupcake was pretty chocolaty and delicious! Service has always been excellent and on point! A+! Definitely will be back! read more

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Sweetwaters is a hidden gem in Downtown Naperville. They offer a wide variety of coffees, teas, pastries, and speciality drinks. This is the perfect spot to come get some study or get some work done. The environment is super cozy, there's lots of seating and they even have a printer you can use for free! The staff is incredibly sweet and knowledgeable as well. Please consider checking Sweetwaters out if you haven't already! read more

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5 stars for sure. Food and drinks are both excellent. Staff is friendly and helpful. I am new to the coffee scene and typically like creamer more than coffee itself. I ordered the dreamy cold brew and it is incredible! They also have great food options. You can have a breakfast sandwich any way you like it with the choice of croissant, bagel, biscuit, or pretzel bun. I ordered egg, ham, and cheese on a croissant and it was delicious. They also have so many pastry items it's hard to choose! Seating is available, but fairly limited. Not ideal for large groups. Highly recommend for a quick breakfast option! read more

I had visited this cafe in early December and ordered a chocolate cold brew, which was absolutely delicious. This time around, I decided to try their hot crème caramel with almond milk and Abianno espresso. The latte was so warm and the espresso was very smooth and rich in flavor. I thoroughly enjoyed my latte and paired it with their banana muffin which was so fluffy and fresh. Overall the experience was great, the atmosphere is very pleasant and perfect for studying sessions (I had noticed a great deal of students silently studying when I visited). The service was great, the staff were excellent with service, friendly and attentive! I'm particularly grateful that the cashier that helped me suggested I try the Abianno espresso, it certainly elevated both my latte and the experience! I'll definitely keep this cafe in mind whenever I'm in the area and would drop by again when I get the chance. I highly recommend this cafe to everyone, especially those that enjoy a good coffee! read more

Sweetwaters Coffee And Tea - Creme Caramel Banana Muffin Abianno Espresso - Bakeries Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

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The Sweetwaters in downtown Naperville looked just like the one from my college campus in Ann Arbor. I was a bit thrown back by it. The drinks here were pretty $$ since I paid 6.00+ for a dirty cold brew. The dirty cold brew was OK - felt like the coffee was a bit weak and the amount of cream was too much for me (definitely will ask for less next time). Definitely a nice place to chill and cool down - lots of small tables here that will fit two people and a big table in the back if you're trying to get work done. read more

The food was serviceable but obviously not of good quality. The cold brew was overly bitter and dusty. The service was slow and not kind. Also the purchase and pick up process was congested and stressful. About a 10 minute wait for two drinks and danish. read more

Such a breath of fresh air! Naperville has been in desperate need of more local coffee shops and Sweetwaters fits the bill! Walking in is an experience for the senses--it always smells so inviting, with fresh brewed coffee wafting in the air! The team is engaging, upbeat and very kind. They do a wonderful job of greeting customers and making one feel welcome. I really enjoy the multiple cold brew options--especially their Dreamy style. It's the ideal balance of coffee, cream and sweetness , with a bit of vanilla. The signature French Vietnamese Au Lait is so unique and flavorful! I've never had anything like it before! They offer a rewards club, with accumulating points that can be redeemed for drinks, etc. There's also a convenient app to download. It features an order ahead option for pick up, that updates the expected wait timeframe. This week marks Sweetwaters 1 year anniversary, with specials offered to mark the occasion! read more

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Service: Rude miserable woman at counter. Customer service could really use some work. Food: No complaints on the actual food, but it is so so overpriced read more

I'm always down for an inviting coffee/tea place. Sweetwaters is located in downtown Naperville, and they have quite a large space. It's actually quiet and you can hear yourself think, if that's important to you. I've tried the Vietnamese coffee and Imperial milk tea drinks, and know that they are not completely traditional. They're close enough to the originals, but have a slight twist that smooths out the flavors. I liked it! Some of the baked goods are made in house and they're good too! Some small bites too if you're in the mood for breakfast fare. Overall I love the vibe and offerings here. Definitely worth coming back to, which I do! read more

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Lots of variety of drinks and fun games to play with family on a lazy afternoon. Prices are a little on the higher side.

Nice space to hang and work but the coffee was just okay. Ordered a decaf iced caramel latte with oat milk and it was fine but nothing special. It was very sweet and tasted mostly like syrup with only a very faint espresso flavor. It was also fairly pricey. I would come back to try something else. The pastries looked tasty! read more

The ambiance is great to go and work or have a meeting with someone. I went in the late morning so it wasn't very pack. We were able to grab a table. My raspberry tea was delicious but I wish the employee let me know how extremely hot it was. I did wait about 6 minutes before I had my first sip and still burnt my tongue. So be careful with the hot drinks. I also had an almond croissant. It wasn't great either. I do not recommend. I will maybe go back to try one of the breakfast sandwiches. I heard the breakfast sandwiches were good. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee And Tea - Almond Croissant Ginger Raspberry Tea - Bakeries Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

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I came here to try their Vietnamese Au latte and it was quite delicious! Their pastries on the other hand were good but didn't seem as fresh. This place has a friendly staff and lots of cute art over their walls. I also came to get some school work done but I'd say the atmosphere after 10 am is pretty loud. This is more of a meeting cafe more than a study area if you're interested in that. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee And Tea - Danish - Cream Cheese French Vietnamese Au Lait - Bakeries Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

The outside is very unassuming, but the inside is really big and wonderful with many tables to work at or sit with friends! Passing it piqued my interest, so I stopped by thinking it was an Asian drinks place but they serve mainly regular coffee/tea but with some asian specialties like Vietnamese coffee, thai iced tea, milk tea, etc! Their menu all looked super tasty, but I ended up trying the Imperial Milk Tea, and I was a bit worried when I couldn't adjust sweetness but it wasn't overly sweet at all! I could taste the tea and it was also creamy, so very impressed. The only downside was a pretty hefty price, but it's comparable to Starbucks. Excited to come back more often! read more

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This is my second time here and it was just as good as the first time! It was earlier in the morning, so it was quiet and peaceful inside. I sat inside with my dog and no one said anything. He's trained, so he just laid down the entire time. The staff is always so sweet and friendly! The food is great too. I've gotten the pastries, coffee, breakfast sandwiches, and the yogurt parfait. They are all great! I highly recommend coming in! read more

Sweetwaters Coffee And Tea - Bakeries Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Locate in downtown Naperville with a local coffee shop vibe. I ordered 3 cafe latte macarons and the iced French Vietnamese Au Lait. I received my macarons and coffee pretty quick after I ordered. The Au Lait was sweeter than I expected. I was hoping it would be a little stronger since it was dark roasted coffee. The macarons were bite size and not overly sweet. This is another option to your typically Starbucks for a quick me up. read more

Sweetwaters Coffee And Tea - Cafe Latte Macarons & French Vietnamese Au Lait - Bakeries Near Me - Naperville, Illinois

Love how this place opens itself up to community gatherings with the big table in the back. A great place to meet up for coffee and a snack with a friend. Good mix of background noise and mellow atmosphere for studying and getting work done. Most food is premade and simple drinks mean you get your order fast. read more

Cute cafe for a unique drink, a delicious pastry and local art! I was pleasantly surprised by all the options at Sweetwaters! The baked goods are fresh with both sweet and savory options. We tried the Spinach Feta Pretzel Bun and Lemon Bar, both delicious and warmed to order. I coupled the breakfast with the French Vietnamese Au Lait; a dark cherry roast with condensed milk served warm or cold. My friend ordered the Strawberry Lemon Ice Dragon, and wow! Very lemony and refreshing. Parking isn't easy, but if you are walking in the area it's worth a stop. Also check out the local artists' work on the walls! read more

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Great coffee and great selection of sweets ! Clean place and staff is friendly and helpful. read more

Excellent place for coffee or food, plenty of seating, and quiet enough to heaer yourself think. Just about anything you could want - and great staff! read more