Shibam Coffee in Glendale Heights is an absolute hidden gem. From the moment we walked in, the…read moreplace felt incredibly warm, welcoming, and homey. The decor is beautiful and thoughtfully done--it honestly makes you want to just sit back and relax for a while. The owner was super friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. You can tell they genuinely care about their customers. We ordered a dragon fruit refresher, a mocha coffee, a lemon fruit pastry, and the Dubai chocolate cheesecake--and everything was amazing. The drinks were fresh and flavorful, and the desserts were on another level. The Dubai chocolate cheesecake especially was rich, unique, and seriously one of the best desserts I've had. Overall, this place checks every box: great vibes, great service, and incredible food and drinks. Definitely coming back again soon. Highly recommend!

Been to Shibam Coffee multiple times and usually never have any issues, which is why this visit was…read moredisappointing. The place itself has a beautiful aesthetic and is honestly really nice to sit in. The drinks and food are normally good and everything usually tastes fresh. This time I ordered a matcha, but the worker heard mocha instead. When I asked if they could remake it, he flat out said no and blamed me for the misunderstanding. Even if there was confusion on my end, I still feel like the situation could've been handled better. Customer service goes a long way, especially for returning customers.

Been here multiple times since they opened. Always have had an amazing experience, the people are…read morenice, the drinks are amazing, and it's a great environment in there. They give great suggestions and just all together a great experience. This is my go to spot 100%

Randomly drove pass this place and saw they have Viet coffee, so I decided to stop in and give it a…read moretry. Looks like a family owned operation, an older gentleman came out and took my order. They have a pretty extensive menu of Asian drinks and snacks, they even have banh mi. I ordered only the Viet coffee and I must say it's pretty legit. Very strong coffee taste and also creamy and sweet. The ice helps cut down the sweetness, just the prefect blend. I'll definitely be back to try their boba and bang mi!

Sweet Reserve Coffee Shop has such a great atmosphere. The drinks were wonderful--really well made…read moreand 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!

The shop was super quiet, as was the staff; however, they were very nice. The person who took my…read moreorder 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.

I felt spontaneous and brought my wife over to this cozy little coffee shop inside Barn Owl Garden…read moreCenter. My wife loves matcha and hope that this coffee shop would have some inspired drinks. They did not disappoint. It was very cool to see the matcha process. Personally, I don't like it but my wife does. She ordered a Pride matcha special. It had a mix of berries and matcha. I was simple and ordered their house drip coffee. The barista was great. She was very friendly and educated us on their matcha. The place itself was very zen. If you enjoy coffee, reading and plants, this is the spot for you. They offered a variety of coffee and other drinks. They also sold pastries. I will be going back to grab my coffee and explore the plants inside. As always check it out for yourself.

Cutest coffee shop located inside of the plant store Barn Owl. The coffee was so good. I got the…read morechantilly cake iced latte, then sat in their greenhouse room surrounded by plants. The two dogs "working" at the store were also so cute! Definitely brightened my day.

Cute little place for boba. It wasn't too busy for a Saturday night. We ordered the coconut match…read morelava milk and the taro frappe. Everything was so good. Will definitely come back to try other things on the menu.

Nice, aesthetic boba spot in the same strip mall as Jollibee. Say less! I got a taro milk tea with…read morecoconut pudding. It was refreshing and on the sweeter side. Pretty solid find, not the best I've ever tasted but in terms of quality and taste, I would definitely come back if I'm ever in the area.

I was kind of surprised to see this place listed separately on Yelp as it is actually the cafe…read moreinside of Lifetime Fitness -- but hey, I'm not going to complain. My husband and I don't really plan on eating here because we just come to use the machines, take a few classes, and sit in the hot tub (which is pretty amazing); however, we decided to give it a shot just to say we've eaten there. Life Cafe's philosophy is to provide clean, healthy food to the people using the facilities. That means no high fructose corn syrup, no artificial ingredients, organic and gluten-free options, and so forth. To my surprise, they actually do a good job of sticking with this philosophy and creating a yummy menu. They also make a variety of smoothies with fruits, juices, yogurt, and milk (almond milk available for $.50 more). Whey protein is added to nearly all smoothies but you can request VeganMax protein instead, which is Lifetime's vegan protein supplement. SWEET. (I hate whey.) My husband ordered the savory roast beef sandwich and I had a wild-caught grilled salmon salad with a smoothie. The food is made fresh behind the counter so there is a slight wait. However, you're able to sit at the table and hang out until they bring the food to you (you're given a number sign when you order). My husband's sandwich seemed kind of small; yet, my salad was huge. They were both REALLY GOOD -- much better than we had expected from a place inside a fitness center. My strawberry/banana/orange juice smoothie was good although I could taste the protein powder with every sip. I got used to it. I wish they had more veggie smoothies. The cafe has a good amount of tables, large windows, and shelves of products for sale. I pretty much ignore the walls of products, but the snack bars are cool. So what's the catch? Why the four stars? The food is EXPENSIVE! Kyle's sandwich and my salad were nearly $9 each. I realize that the quality is amazing (and heck, Lifetime's membership isn't cheap) but I just can't afford to pour more money into this place. I'm still glad we tried it!

I always find this place to be a happy little retreat for lifetime members. I can't put my finger…read moreon why it's always nice visiting. Maybe it's all that serotonin straight from working out, the friendly employees, or the nice natural light that'll flood right into this cafe. I enjoy just sitting here. Smoothies are awesome. I have never had one I did not like! They frequently update their menu so look out for new items arriving every now and then! Totally recommend stopping in!

Such a cute spot!!! It was interesting to see a shared work space in their upstairs seating area,…read morewhich is the first time I've seen this. On to the food, I had the egg salad toast with the addition of the avocado & it was simply delicious! I paired it with the smoothie and both were perfect especially on the hot day! I loved that they supported organizations and brands that help people on a global level! it's so great knowing where my purchase will be going to!

Really love the outside vibe here--simple and not over the top. The inside has a cute little…read moreboutique that donates a portion from every purchase, which I thought was such a nice touch. The coffee menu is delish! I got the churro latte, and it was amazing. Also couldn't resist grabbing an apple cider donut because, fall duh. Definitely a cozy spot worth stopping by!

If you're in the west/SW suburbs of Chicago, this is probably the best place to get authentic…read moreEthiopian food. Got their weekday chef special (highly recommend from 12-3pm) for pickup and the flavor was absolutely on par and delicious with many of the other Ethiopian places I've tried across different states. The chef special is a great value and starter for trying all different types of Ethiopian cuisine staples if you are new to the cuisine - some of my favorites within the special were the alicha wot (split yellow peas), gomen (collard greens), and doro wot (I think it was chicken). Injera was fresh and the spice level was perfect. They have a very helpful menu if you dine-in explaining all the dishes. Staff are very friendly and the place definitely gives homemade mom-and-pop shop vibes, and even better - there is a grocery store attached right next to it. Would definitely drive 30 min again to try other dishes. Parking lot available.

Stop 3 on our global cuisine adventure takes us to Ethio Beans in Carol Stream…read more The service and hospitality was fantastic, they're very patient for newbies like me who have never had Ethiopian food. We had the Shekla Tibs, collard greens, kitifo, and the coffee and tea. My favorite was the Shekla tibs and I'm obsessed with the tea. My partner said he could live on the collard greens and coffee. The ambiance was authentic and had several booths and tables, connected to a grocery store. Overall, I'm thrilled to have tried something new and had a great experience. My partner who's had Ethiopian food before very much enjoyed it. Definitely give them a try! The world may be large but it is places like this that shrink it enough for everyone to be able to experience other cultures and food.