I absolutely love Chapter 2 Coffee, and honestly, I'm surprised I haven't left a review until now!…read moreIt probably just escaped me because I finish my coffee or matcha in seconds every time I visit. The space itself is so warm, clean, and welcoming. There are a couple of tables up front near some fun merch and stickers, but if you want to sit down and work for a bit, they have a ton of space in the back with comfy couches and tables. Their menu is to die for! My absolute favorite is the Mango Matcha, it is creamy, refreshing, and has the perfect amount of sweetness. I also love trying their seasonal drinks; lately, I've been obsessed with their Coconut Ube Matcha and honestly wish I could drink it all year round. If you're a coffee lover, I highly recommend the Banana Brûlée Latte, which features a perfect roasted caramel flavor profile with a hint of banana without being overly sweet. They also carry a great selection of pastries and small bites, like sandwiches and toasts. The staff is always incredibly kind and friendly, and I love that they host community events, it's the perfect place to break out of your daily routine.

Cute spot for remote work, plus super friendly staff! Plenty of parking and seating too…read more Tried the Coastal Matcha with whole milk--super earthy and rich with the prettiest gradient. Then, they were kind enough to let me try the new Cookies N Cream Latte! Not overwhelming sweet but still very rich with cookie crumbles on top. I'll have to come back and try the Tiramisu plus food items!

Couldn't decide what to do for breakfast while I was in town, so I did what we all do opened Uber…read moreEats and hoped for the best. That's when I stumbled across Hidden Grounds Coffee House... and let's just say, this place is not so "hidden" once you find it. I ordered the smoked salmon and cream cheese toast, and every single component was fresh, high quality, and dialed in. I added avocado (highly recommend), and it just took everything to the next level. Simple, clean, and absolutely delicious. Then came the honeybee latte, hot and wow. Whatever they're doing behind the scenes with this coffee, it works. Perfectly balanced, smooth, and honestly one of those drinks you think about later in the day. This is a non-negotiable order. And because discipline is overrated on a work trip, I added an almond croissant. I should've gotten two. It's filled with something magical, I'm not even going to pretend I know what it is, but it's rich, flaky, and completely worth it. If you're anywhere near Hidden Grounds, do yourself a favor and check it out. This place knows exactly what it's doing.

Really good coffee, nice staff, and chill vibes. I got a lavender and honey latte and a bagel…read moresandwich. Both tasted great. I even went back for a second latte. Inside there was plenty of seating and space.

environment 10/10: this coffee shop is on the smaller side and has limited seating (not suitable…read morefor big parties) but i loved the open kitchen concept and overall has a millennial vibe to it parking 8/10: there is a parking lot next to it but it is for highland park residents/has street parking so just be cautious! menu 8/10: a simple but unique menu, there were a bunch of unique items and there was a small variety of bakery items but they were limited as well (probably because i went a little latter in the day). in addition, their coffee was good but not anything too special. price $

I keep coming back here for the great drinks and amazing service. This time around I got a hojicha…read morelatte with maple syrup and it was so good, it kind of reminded me of an horchata, so if you're into that this drink is a must try! They also have outdoor sitting up and running again perfect to welcome spring and those warmer days!

Trying sometime new…read more No wait Clean and quiet Fast friendly service Highly recommend

I got a small coffee and pumpkin bread…read more Everything was to go. Great , helpful staff. My treat was warmed. Coffee rich and flavorful. Nice & tidy tables! I would definitely come back!

The coffee was good but the service could improve. I found it slightly off putting having to wait…read morefor the two cashiers to finish taking multiple selfies until they found one they liked before I could place my order for coffee. I have no issue with them taking pictures but personally would have appreciated if I could get my order through first. I did like how spacious this place was making it easy to find a spot to work in without feeling crowded. While I didnt try the sandwiches, they looked really good and Id be interested in seeing if they taste as good as they look (hoping they do!)

We randomly decided to stop by to try some coffee and we were pleasantly pleased. The caramel latte…read morewas delicious. However, the tiramisu latte was definitely the big hit. The place is very cute inside with a lot of seating. The aesthetic is definitely one reason to stop by but the Coffee is probably the ultimate reason why you should stop by. Service was great.

Excellent staff and great coffee everytime! They are fast amd efficient and always seem chipper.read more

It's not what you see in pictures. Fake pictures !!…read more I drove 15min to get an affogato and they don't have ice cream, and not affogato on the menu.

New to the area and still trying to find a go-to coffee shop, we decided to try Koko Loko. Will I…read morebe returning? Probably not. The staff member / barista seemed as if they hated their job. It was around 10am on a Sunday and understandably there were a few people already in the shop, but the staff member felt a bit cold and overall, quite miserable. The coffee was pretty gross as well, which could be a byproduct of the barista hating that they were working that day. I am a sucker for a fun drink and wanted to try the cookie and cream latte, not knowing it was just a cup of milk with the smallest splash of coffee and mixed with crushed up cookies. I felt as if I was drinking a child's recipe, with each attempted sip clogging my straw due to the cookie pieces. If you don't like coffee this is great, because it tasted exactly like what was advertised - milk and cookies. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing, but my partner ordered something completely different and it didn't taste great either. The taste of burnt coffee was prominent, making it hard to consume as well. The one positive is the environment seems like a great place to work remotely / study, as that is what many patrons were doing. The open-ness and bright atmosphere is great, but the beverages and customer service not so much.

I first heard of this place through Instagram and since pink is my favorite color, I knew I wanted…read morewanted to go here. It's located in a strip mall with tons of parking available. The don't accept reservations, but you can put your name on the waitlist queue and they will text you a few minutes before to let you know that their table is available. I'd avoid going here on Valentine's Day as it was impossible to get off that waitlist! I've gone in the evening but their brunch menu is definitely better. Service is great and you can scan the QR code for their menu. For brunch, they have a lot of options from crêpes to omelettes. This place is not a BYOB but they have plenty of non-alcoholic drinks and mocktails on the menu. Decor is modern, airy, and of course - pink! They also have a separate café and pastry counter if you're just stopping in and want something quicker instead of sitting down. On our most recent visit, I had the Dubai chocolate pistachio crêpe, and it was really delicious, not too sweet or too rich. And I also had the strawberry Matcha, which I enjoyed. I think this is a great spot for a weekend date, girls brunch, or just an every day indulgence. Looking forward to my next visit.

I've heard many good things about this place, so I finally stopped in!…read more I ordered the pink matcha, which is their strawberry matcha. It was over $10 which is pretty steep for a strawberry matcha. I also didn't love that they left the muddled strawberries in the drink because it kept clogging up the straw and made it hard to drink. Not a bad taste, but the matcha was overpowered by the strawberry. Staff was very friendly though and the interior is super cute. I'll be back to try the pistachio latte!