I really enjoy this spot for lunch. It's casual, has easy parking, and the food is made fresh…read morein-house with plenty of relatively healthy options. Some of my favorites are the chorizo breakfast wrap, the roast beef panini, and their signature Italian wedding soup. My wife and I usually add a side trio to get some greens in as well, which is always a great complement to our meal. Service is straightforward. You order up at the counter, grab your number, and find a seat. Just a note that it can get busy on weekends and during peak lunch hours, so plan accordingly. In addition, they also have a full coffee bar if you're in the mood for an espresso or specialty drink. Solid lunch spot that we keep coming back to. I'm a fan. 'Til next time, cheers!

I have another favorite coffee shop in the area, so although blackberry has been on my radar, I…read morehaven't made the trip. After finally visiting, I'm not sure I would return. My latte was mediocre at best. It wasn't very flavorful, and it wasn't very coffee forward, so I wonder if they use less shots of espresso than is standard or less strong espresso. The thing that bothered me most though was that the barista swirled my drink in front of me, it splashed all over out of the top and sides of the lid, and instead of fixing it or apologizing (or even just acknowledging it!!!!), he proceeded to hand it to me and said "have a great day!" I walked over with my baby in tow and cleaned it up myself. It was SO odd to me. The space is bright, there are plenty of seats, and parking is easy. Such a shame that I didn't like the actual latte more! :/

Fancy, trendy place to take your special someone or meet up with friends. I had a really good…read moresalmon dish. Our server was friendly and didn't hover too much. Even though it was busy on a Friday night, our table felt secluded and no one rushed us. It's hidden away in one of the enormous malls in the western suburbs of Chicago. Parking can be stressful on a weekend.

Is it a bakery? Is it a restaurant? Is it a coffee bar? Yes. Beatrix is all of them at once, and…read moresomehow none of them feel like an afterthought. We went last Saturday morning and it was standing room only with a line to the coffee bar, then we loved it enough to come back for breakfast the next day. That should tell you most of what you need to know. The lemon burst cookie is the reason to walk in the door and a reason to come back. Delectable, plenty of lemon, plenty of tart, and it goes down dangerously fast. We ordered it twice across two visits and would have gone for a third. The lavender honey latte was very good, just the right amount of lavender, not too sweet. The regular coffee was solid, and they let me do a half-and-half decaf without blinking. Sunday breakfast was straightforward, bacon, eggs, hashbrowns, a Virgin Bloody Mary, and all of it was well executed. The menu is ample enough that you could come back several times and not repeat yourself. The decor is modern chic, the seating has a relaxed couch-and-lounge feel, and the music including Rolling Stones, Duran Duran, Van Halen, etc, was the kind of 80s pop-rock playlist that makes a Saturday morning feel like it has a soundtrack. Not too loud, just right. The restrooms were really nice and accessible. The crowd was a genuine mix, families with kids, older couples, and young "elite", the kind of clientele that parks Maseratis and Ferraris out front but doesn't need the prices to match, because they don't. The menu is moderate for Oak Brook, which is a pleasant surprise. Wait staff were excellent, friendly, accommodating, attentive. This works for a casual coffee run, a family breakfast, or a special occasion with reservations. If Beatrix were a TV character, it would be Lorelai Gilmore, fast, charming, effortlessly good at three things at once, we get it Lorelai, you're over caffeinated. 4.4 Stars The honest gripe: we felt a little rushed. Breakfast came and went in forty minutes, the waitress was ready to move us on in 30 minutes, but we pumped the brakes and asked for our second lemon burst cookie of the weekend, and it would've been nice to get the signal that we could linger. My sense is they're popular enough that turning tables is the priority, and I get it, Lorelai has a business to run, but it's the one thing that kept a great morning from being a perfect one. What would push it to five stars: let us sit with our coffee a little longer. We came back two days in a row, we clearly want to be here. Just let us stay.

I've been frequenting Brewpoint-Founders cafe for several years now, and I can confidently say it's…read moremy favorite coffee shop. The ambience is unmatched--cozy, welcoming, and full of charm. My husband and I used to live nearby, and some of our favorite memories are walking over on weekends with our pup, grabbing coffee, and sitting out front just enjoying the moment. I recently visited the Elmhurst Craft location for an event and had one of those experiences that just sticks with you. I was chatting with a barista about how much I love (and deeply miss!) the Equinox. She mentioned she was newer and hadn't tried it, but saw it in the recipe book and agreed it sounded amazing--which, for the record, it absolutely is (or was ). A little while later, she came running up to me asking if I was the one talking about the Equinox. When I said yes, she surprised me with an Equinox sticker she had dug up. Such a small, simple gesture--but it genuinely meant so much and made my entire night. To the Brewpoint leadership team: that moment alone earned my loyalty for life. Customer service like that is rare, and it deserves to be recognized. I didn't catch her name, but I was there Thursday, March 19 between 6-8 PM at the Craft location--she was running the sample table and sharing the carrot cake latte (which, by the way, was incredible). Please pass along a huge thank you and some well-deserved recognition--she truly made an impact. And one last thing... BRING BACK THE EQUINOX!! Pretty please

This was my first time to the Brewpoint Founders Cafe and was completely impressed! From their…read moreother location, I like that this one truly aligned as a coffee shop. They still had the same coffee menu, seasonal drinks, and baked good offering; but, felt a lot more like a neighborhood destination. I ended up ordering coffee for my work team and all were impressed by the flavors! I got a Black Americano, Hot Borealis Latte, and the Whipped Carrot Cake Latte for myself. The Carrot Cake Latte may be a new all time favorite of mine! It wasn't too sweet but just leaned into the flavor profile enough. My coworker who had the Hot Borealis said it may have been her favorite latte she's tried. I also got the Herbed Goat Cheese Croissant which is familiar yet unique with the pop of savoriness. Overall, this was a great experience as a stop in when passing through the area. Brewpoint continues to have great flavors that leaves a lasting impression. Staff is friendly and pricing is fair.

Came to CFS Coffee For The Soul and honestly the place just feels good when you walk in. Colombian…read morecoffee vibes, cool stuff on the walls, kinda makes you look around for a minute. Staff was really friendly too, didn't feel rushed or anything. I ordered the hot chocolate and... wow. First thing, the size. I've never seen a cup that big at a coffee shop. Pretty sure it healed my soul right away. Taste wise, super smooth. Nice and hot. Had light cinnamon notes that show up after a sip. Not overly sweet either, which I liked. Creamy texture, almost like melted chocolate but lighter. They even did latte art on top and served it in this artisan cup. Looked way too nice for something I was about to destroy in five minutes. Came for chocolate, left spiritually repaired. Honestly might come back next time my soul needs maintenance.

Great coffee spot to work from but wasn't thrilled with the food. I ordered the bacon, avocado egg…read morewhite ciabatta and there was really nothing to it and very bland. The avocado was hard I ended up taking it off of the breakfast sandwich. Willing to give their other food items a try though with all things considered. On the other hand, the coffee was good. They have a variety of matcha option flavors, which I liked being a matcha fan. Tried the pistachio latte and have to admit I was a little disappointed the presentation wasn't as nice as the photos on their page though. I will give them another try if I'm in the area again.

Cute coffee shop in downtown Villa Park area! We were drawn to this place as it was open a little…read morelater than the other coffee shops on Sunday and we wanted a place to hang with family before heading to the airport. Love the coziness and welcoming feel of Villa Perk. It is very clean and the coffee is gooood. I ordered an espresso over ice with a splash of half & half. It was the right amount of strong. My sister and mom enjoyed their gluten-free blueberry muffins and chips. Loved the unique touches of this coffee shop. They pay homage to the historic Ovaltine factory that used to anchor the area. So interesting! There is a special Ovaltine Crème item on the menu as well. I can pretty much hear the "rich, chocolate Ovaltine" from the commercials as I spotted that item.

I do not drink coffee, however my husband does (black no sugar or cream)…read more We will try anywhere once. He said that their coffee was fine, but nothing that he would return for. He was also disappointed that he could not grab a breakfast sandwich or pastry to enjoy with his coffee.

No one was in the store when we went there then came a big group. First thing come to mind is if…read morethis is a good choice. We asked the employee what is the best choice and she recommended the habibi coffee or pistachio. Ordered the habibi coffee and it is really good. I ordered it with the full sugar and it is not that sweet. The place looks nice too.

Stopped into Shaghf Café for a quick cup of coffee on my way to a work meeting, and I'm so glad I…read moredid. I've been exploring more Middle Eastern cafés lately, and this one stood out in the best way. I ordered a V60, and honestly it was one of the best cups of coffee I've ever had. You can see the care and attention they put into the process, from the precise brewing to serving it with a small pot so I could enjoy the rest at my own pace. The flavor was incredible, smooth and rich. I also tried the pistachio cheesecake, which was absolutely delicious perfectly balanced. Maybe a bit to much chocolate on topo. The presentation matched the taste, and it paired beautifully with the coffee. The café itself has a wonderful atmosphere thoughtfully decorated and very inviting. You can tell a lot of effort was put into creating a warm, stylish, and welcoming space. Between the excellent drinks, the tasty desserts, and the inviting vibe, I left very satisfied and already looking forward to coming back. Highly recommend Shaghf Café if you're looking for a quality coffee experience!

Excellent food and coffee, and the staff was extremely polite. The atmosphere was very comforting.read more

Met a family member there for mid morning coffee. She goes there a lot and really likes the place…read more Not overly crowded, nicely decorated, variety of people, some doing computer work, typical type coffeehouse stuff. Had the Mofowar. Tasty, seem like it had a little bit of chocolate on the bottom. I liked it. She had a cappuccino, that that's her usual she enjoyed it very much. We split a piece of Dubai chocolate cake on a recommendation of our barista. It was excellent!!! His service was phenomenal! Pleasant, but not over the top. Kind, yet chill. I didn't catch his name but basically he was a good dude ! This is a nice place to go have a coffee and a little snack with friends. Recommended!

Oh, yeh. This place knows what's up! Awesome vibe in the center of the store offering EXCELLENT…read morecoffee. I ordered a small latte and was VERY pleased at the size of the cup: petite as a small should be! Which means that the large is not unrealistically gigantic like most other coffee spots. People behind the counter were friendly and conversational, which is a plus in times like these where everyone is slow and stupid and mean. Got the chai cake because it is so similar to the autumn spice cakes I remember growing up with on the east coast. Which reminds, the Midwest SUCKS, so this whole little happy coffee experience was very pleasing to me. Ideal. All their homemade take-away items looked pretty incredible, too. No complaints!

Came to have some pastries and coffee and get some nice groceries for Christmas, ended up waiting…read more15 minutes for no service. We got to the coffee counter with no line and waited 10 minutes before finally catching an employee's attention. We were told he needed to grab a barista even though there were 5 people behind the counter taking people's pastry orders. The barista didn't come for another 5 minutes so we gave up and went elsewhere.

Quick and easy online ordering experience. Able to pick up multiple tasty treats to take back to…read morehotel to enjoy during a recent business trip. Would recommend and may revisit in future.

I really like this location. It's more spacious than the Naperville one and has more pastry…read morevariety. It has more of a Starbucks/Panera Bread feel, where you can order items then hangout with friends there. People also come to study or do homework. Service wasn't the most welcoming, I would have liked it if they smiled or maybe showed more enthusiasm. Prices were fair. I've had a few of their cakes before and they were never too sweet. Flavors were equally balanced. This time we decided to order a bunch of items for snacks/meals. We ordered spinach feta Danish, pizza baguette, strawberry croissant, croque monsieur, strawberry soft (it has like strawberry cream between two soft breads), mango cream doughnut, curry croquette, and milk cream bread. It's about a 4.5 for me. I'll be returning. -spinach feta Danish 5 -pizza baguette 5 -strawberry soft 5 -croque monsieur 4 - it was okay. It was a little too bland for me. -strawberry croissant 5 -mango cream doughnut 5 - I liked that it has a lot of mango cream inside. -curry croquette 5 -milk cream bread 5

5 stars because they have large coffee options…read more.. Nice spot in Lombard great for business meetings, studying, or just getting you a quick coffee and pastry. Close at 10pm but if you need longer later hours a 1am tea shop is about a quarter mile down the road with good options also. Parking lot with plenty of parking. My highlight is that they have booths. Plenty of tables and seating. Good menu options for lattes, iced, hot, espresso, etc. Reasonable priced and they have 20oz coffee. The service was nice as the girl was kind but she didn't seem to understand me well and she didn't know if the coffee was Turkish or not. Therefore, I ordered an Americano with their homemade pistachio sauce. It was a nice beverage. I also ordered a Turkish bread with ground beef. It too was delicious, hot and fresh. The ambiance is inviting. The pastries and mini to small cake options were quite beautiful. The nose level was very quiet until little ones came in. Still tolerable but if you are studying and it's busy don't forget your headphones. Lol. I studied for about 3 hours and I would definitely return again.

I went to this location because I didn't like the selection at the Winfield location. It looked…read morelike yesterday's product that didn't sell, and I got there right when they opened. But, I am reviewing the Lombard location. The selection was good and fresh, although some of their items are a bit pricey. I ordered cake pops, brownies, and a chocolate chip cookie. The sales person was pleasant and quick. This store is their biggest store, and they feed the Winfield and Schaumburg stores. They make their pastries at this location, so you'll probably get the freshest selection at the Lombard location. I had bought a gift card from Costco for Sweet Reserve. I admit if I hadn't bought it, and received a discount at Costco for it, I probably would not have noticed the store. It's in a small strip mall on Roosevelt road which has hundreds of strip malls off the road. The store itself is clean and well kept. It does have a limited selection of products but they were all pretty good. The brownies are very frudgey, just the way I like them. The cake pops are sweet, but a little dry. The cookie has a lot of chips in them. Overall, I liked the place.