What a cute place to grab a quick bite at! There is bigger and small spaces to sit but a little limited. They have a lot of great basic breakfast sandwiches to choose from as well as a variety of bagels. Definitely a cute spot to check out to get some work done or grab a quick breakfast/brunch. read more

Varietale Bagels & Coffee - Egg and cheese bagel Chai latte - Bagels Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Went here around 11 am on a Friday morning and it wasn't busy. The service was quick, and the food was ready within 8 minutes of ordering. Got the tomato mozzarella croissant and the spinach ricotta pastry. The croissant was hot and the taste was great, however the outside of the croissant was just a little overtoasted/burnt, which took away from it a little bit. The spinach ricotta pastry was fine, nothing stellar. Definitely need to eat it warm. Overall the vibe of the cafe was very welcoming and casual and staff was friendly. The main knock was truly overdoing the croissant. read more

Varietale Bagels & Coffee - Tomatoes & Mozzarella Croissant and Ricotta and Spinach Danish - Bagels Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Varietale is one of those places that isn't necessarily bad, but is so thoroughly unremarkable that it doesn't have anything going for it (to be fair, nothing against it either). I ordered a coffee and a cinnamon raisin bagel with jalapeño cream cheese (because I am a sucker for that sweet & spicy combo). The bagel was a little better than store-bought, but still far removed from that hole-y goodness I had in Brooklyn some years ago. A little better might be good in a pinch, but in my opinion isn't better enough to justify the cost versus premium store-bought. By the way, chips with a schmeared bagel - why? The coffee was reminiscent of a no-name greasy spoon diner. It works to wash a bagel down and deliver caffeine, but is about as enjoyable as water from a hot car on a summer day. The service was also fine - not hostile or rude, but also with about as much warmth as a self-scan machine at the grocer's. For the general vibe, I'll give them points for comfortable seating. The Instagram-ish backdrop has no effect on me, as I use social media for about 10 minutes a week (and even that I'm running my cat-stagram). Otherwise, I don't feel like this is necessarily the kind of place where I'd love to sit and get some work done. Speaking only for myself, even with Varietale being around the block and across the street, it is a better value to not cross the street and get a bagel and spread at Aldi. read more

I had mixed reviews about my bagel here. I got the smoked salmon bagel which came with sun dried tomatoes I should have just asked to be kept off. Since they were jarred in oil it made the whole bagel sandwich oily. I just wasn't a fan which skewed my opinion of the whole bagel, but I'd go here again and just change my order! Looks like a fun place to dine in as well. read more

Varietale Bagels & Coffee - Smoked Salmon and Sun-Dried Bagel - Bagels Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

What a cute little place! Offerings are plentiful - both bagel sammies and coffee/lattes. I did get my food to go, and was a touch disappointed they used styrofoam as a packaging. I got a ham and cheese bagel. It was good; not the best I've ever had, but definitely substantial. It came with potato chips (not in a bag) and that was a nice surprise. I also ordered a muffin for later and that was the most dense, moderately hard muffin I've ever had. I take accountability for that though...I did order it at 1pm. The people at the counter were pleasant and the place was clean. Would venture over here again. read more

Varietale Bagels & Coffee - Bagels Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My first time coming here had an Iced chai and a everything bagel salmon so delicious but gotta say the Iced Chai was sooo yummy best one ever had and especially when they recommended to try it with coconut was super good!! I would come here again :) read more

Extremely unprofessional and disrespectful experience. My wife was standing in line to order while I walked toward the restroom next to the register. The cashier (larger woman behind the counter) abruptly stepped out from behind the counter and blocked my path, saying "Can I help you?" in a confrontational and demeaning tone -- as if I didn't belong there. It was obvious we were customers. Instead of feeling welcomed, we felt judged and unwelcome. We immediately left and took our business elsewhere. Customer service matters. This was not it. read more

I have been to Varietale several times now, and can't recommend it enough! Their bagels are always perfectly fluffy and have delicious flavors - I'm a particular fan of their onion bagel, because it's not too oniony, but still good and present. Their coffee is also delicious, and always perfectly roasted. Most places are a little hit-and-miss, Varietale is always consistent! And I've never had to wait longer than 5 min for my food. read more

Varietale Bagel & Coffee just opened in the area and when I visited it was bustling with people. They have only been open for one week but the vibe of the coffee shop is much needed in the area. The aesthetic of the shop is fresh, modern, and insta worthy. They have a few places you could take a cute photo but also are reminded that this is a coffee shop due to the variety of coffee bean bags throughout the shop. The staff at the coffee shop was so friendly! They greeted my group with a smile and happily walked us through the different options. I believe the owner was working on the day I visited because she walked around everyone's table to check in with every table to make sure we didn't need anything. I have been on a mocha tour so I ordered a small iced mocha along with a bacon, egg and cheese sandwich on an everything bagel. The mocha came out very quickly and I could tell just by looking it had a nice mix of milk, chocolate and expresso. Typically when I order a mocha the main issue I have is that coffee shops will add either too much/little chocolate or milk. The mocha I had was a nice balance of both. I normally don't like the taste of the coffee so it was nice just getting a hint of the expresso without it overpowering the drink. The bagel sandwich was good. I wish it had a little more bacon but you can never really have enough bacon! If you liked cheese you will like it because it was very cheesy. I did enjoy that the bacon was not overcooked, it had a little crunch to it without being dried out. The bagel was good. Outside of the coffee and food they also play mellow music and offer free WiFi. They have ample sitting for different group sizes. There were a ton of two person tables along with two larger booth style sitting for larger groups. My one complaint about the shop is that they randomly decided to open the door when it was below zero to cool down the shop. That is normally fine with me but it was for 10+ minutes so the shop was freezing and took away my desire to stay longer to work. I can see myself visiting and working from the shop on a nicer day so it doesn't feel like I am sitting outside. I am still very excited Varietale opened in the neighborhood! This is going to be my new go-to coffee shop and study place (on warmer days). read more

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What a great new little Cafe! We were about to run through Starbucks (because those gift cards just keep multiplying) but not excited about it, and then we spotted Varietale, looking all new and fresh and cute! Tasty locally roasted coffee in a cute storefront without long lines and a corporate overlord? Sign me up! We pulled a u-turn and ran in for a latte and an iced Chai. The Chai was not on the menu but the barista made it without missing a beat, and it was great. Not full of sugar like one finds at many other coffee shops. The spices tasted fresh and distinctive. The latte was -- and I pause here for emphasis -- pure, creamy, liquid joy. A real pleasure from the first sip to the last. We did not get food on this visit, but I look forward to coming back many times for coffee and light breakfast fare. Note: The café, while adorable, does not appear designed for getting a lot of work done. Not a lot of big, desk-y surfaces. But you could sit with a laptop or tablet and do some routine email or whatnot. Varietale has a more European vibe as a great place to relax and socialize. Which is something I can definitely get behind! read more

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Great bagel and coffee! Delicious baked goods. Store smells amazing as soon as you walk in. The service was really homey and kind. read more

Varietale Bagels & Coffee - Counter - Bagels Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Food is pricy for what you're getting. These are not shop worthy bagels. They simply warm up store bought bagels and have no signature cheese creams. Everything is just warmed up. 1 person on site taking orders, heating up food and servicing, so service is slow. 14 minute wait for 1 bagel and a stale wearned up croissant for nearly $20. Absolutely not. read more

More than a coffee and bagel spot. They breakfast sandwiches are savory and always good. The staff is always friendly and welcoming. It's the perfect spot to chill and enjoy your coffee and tasty pastry or bagel. read more

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Great bagel. Tasted fresh and was not fighting back when i took a bite. I got the bacon egg and cheese bagel and it seemed very oily. Tasted great, but not sure if i want my bagel to be too oily. Still great overall. Wish i could give this 4.5/5 read more

Varietale Bagels & Coffee - Bacon Bacon, Egg and Cheese Bagel - Bagels Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Owners were super friendly and kind! Lattes and matcha were delish and the guava and cheese pastry was *chefs kiss* Def recommend! read more

Friendly service in a cute shop with good food and coffee! Had a turmeric latte and a guava and cheese croissant. read more

Varietale Bagels & Coffee - Bagels Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The bagels are okay. The coffee is pretty good. The service is pretty unfriendly and it's not super cozy. Okay for what you get though.

stopped by on a walk for a quick snack/coffee. Service was fast and friendly. Great tasting bagel and chips. Love the small shop/neighborhood spot vibe. lots of options. read more

Came here on a Sunday morning to grab some breakfast. Asked for a recommendation from the barista and for the Ice Nutty Latte. Solid drink with some Nutella mixed in. I was a big fan of the croissant I got here. It was super fresh. Definitely would come back to get the sausage, egg, and cheese croissant again! It has a nice coffee shop vibe with plenty of seating here. The coffee shop has some Instagrammable backdrops for your coffee and food photos too. It also has free wifi which is nice. Would like to explore more of the menu next time. Service was great all around. read more

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I ordered a large black coffee and it was only filled 3/4. The service is slow and the kitchen is dirty and not well kept. The prices are about the same as Starbucks, though the food is notably more expensive and mediocre. read more

Varietale Bagels & Coffee - Drip Coffee - Bagels Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I asked for cream cheese on the SIDE and they put it on the bagel. Is it really that hard?

This place is AWESOME!! Just the right size with enough tables for everyone. They have wifi, coffee, breakfast sandwiches and pastries. The music is great and lots of sunlight. Just the perfect place to get work done or just sit and enjoy yourself. I definitely recommend this place!! read more

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Great addition to the neighborhood, the staff were super friendly and the service was excellent. We tried the bagel breakfast sandwich, which were pretty tasty, and the Iced Nutty Latte is superb. There are a few tables and some seating, but probably not ideal for long extended hang outs, or working on your laptop for hours on end. Bonus perk they have a print with me station if you need to print something and don't want to pay $6 at UPS store. The day I visited their Wi-Fi login didn't seem to work, but otherwise 10/10 would recommend. read more

Still a POS store How you gonna take my money for uber eats and when my driver arrives say you never received it and that you're not taking any uber eats orders If you say not accepting on your tablet, you won't show up on the apps. Not rocket science. read more

Great bagels! I got a salmon and sundried tomato bagel, it was a bit oily tbh but still really good. The coffee though was sour, and it's not the first time I've gotten a sour latte from this location. Not sure what the problem is there. I've read other reviews about the cashiers attitude and it's never been terrible, it seems like a mixed bag. Overall a cute place! read more

The cafe is small and cozy with friendly staff and its a great addition to the neighborhood. We ordered a matcha latte along with a mocha and both were super good. Overall I would recommend this place to anyone loving to try new coffee places. read more

Varietale Bagels & Coffee - Matcha latte and mocha - Bagels Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

DO NOT GO HERE. Dishonest business owners. I called to ask where they get their bagels. I was told they have a bakery in another neighborhood and they bake their bagels homemade. When I got there the woman at the cash register did not understand English, so I had to speak to someone else who was very rude. I paid almost $8 for a bagel with cream cheese. It was mushy and soft and tasted like it came from a bag of 6 from Aldi or Jewel. I commented that the price was very high for a bagel with cream cheese, and the woman told me that most places charge more, which is frankly not true . I was lied to --- and was treated very rudely. I would NOT recommend this place under any circumstances!!! read more

Very yummy chai and salmon on bagel, and very cute inside. Support this local business!

Love this spot! I come here often. Service is great and the snacks are delicious with a cup of coffee or chai! Buen servicio!

Very cute place and the bagels were delicious!! We had an iced nutty latte and a cappuccino. Both were very good, especially liked the espresso!! Recommend this for a nice environment to work from too. read more

Varietale Bagels & Coffee - Mini lunch bagel and Parmesan tomato with sun dried tomato cream cheese - Bagels Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I don't post negative reviews often but this was one of the worst bagels I've ever had. For nearly $7, I got a microwaved bagel (they didn't even ask me if I wanted it heated) that was so chewy I could not eat it. I wanted it to be good and to support a local restaurant but the staff seemed as if they couldn't have cared less that I was there and again, the bagel was inedible. My guess is that they don't even make them, but buy them from a whole sale supplier. All of the pastries looked like resold goods. A regular toaster would be a better idea, but even then it wouldn't have been good. read more

The food was bomb & everything is reasonably priced. I also really liked the atmosphere too

This place is okay. Truthfully it's a bit too expensive for the quality. I've read a lot of negative reviews about the staff but I've never had a negative experience with them. They definitely don't like to make chit chat and are usually rushing, but anybody who's worked food service can understand that. The coffee is okay, nothing amazing, nothing terrible. The food is pretty greasy. It's good for hangovers, but ultimately not something I'd want most of the time. read more

It's okay. I've been here a couple time and the staff aren't the friendliest and seemed very impatient when I was trying to decide at one point. As for the food, the pastries are great but the bagels are super chewy and nothing special. Overall I'd say it's overpriced for the service and food you get. I get that everyone has off days but the fact that on both occasions the staff seemed like they couldn't care less and were borderline rude killed it for me. Also I have a problem that any negative review for them on Google is responded to by the owner saying that the customer was actually the problem and it seems like they're not taking any responsibility for what is easily fixable. read more

The food is so good! And staff was extremely kind. Definitely give this place a shot. Dog friendly! read more

Varietale Bagels & Coffee - Parmesan bagel with cream cheese, lavender latte, and chocolate croissant - Bagels Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Their coffee is tasty and their pastries were all wonderful, all in the heart of Edgewater. Very nicely done, y'all

very over priced and very long wait. only had two employees working and still managed to get our order wrong.