We had a wonderful high tea experience at the Bakester. We made reservations ahead of time and…read morenotified them of our dietary restrictions (vegetarian) which they were able to easily accommodate. The cafe is really cute with lots of floral decorations. There's beautiful tea pots and lots of different teas to pick from. The food was delicious and ample, we couldn't get through all of it and left with a few boxes of treats. I enjoyed the sandwiches, scones and am eager to try some of the leftover dessert.

An amazing High Tea and experience in NW Suburbs. We went there on a Sunday for a family Bday. Make…read moresure you make reservations ahead of time as i don't think they do walk ins. We also asked for vegetarian options for the sandwiches which they honored and everything was so good. So good that you cannot try everything out in 1 go. We tried 3 different kind of teas. All were amazing. The decor in the restaurant was so cool. All flowery. There was Bridal shower going on there too. Definitely a place you should go. We tried Cucumber and cream cheese Turkey, havarti cheese, spinich and artichoke spread on croissant Smoked salmon, cream cheese, and dill sauce with spinach Avocado sandwiches Scones Served with Cream and Berry Preserve French Macarons and cookies

Super pleasant experience at Around Cafe. Friendly service, cozy (approachable, nothing fancy)…read moreinterior perfect for a small group chat or reading, and delicious drinks! Black sesame latte was great. Earl Grey drink was also very tasty. Thanks for a great spot! We'll be back.

spending nearly $1,000 a year on coffee there Your math is…read moreright: $3.35 × 6 days = $20.10/week $20.10 × ~4 weeks = $80.40/month $80.40 × 12 = $964.80/year went twice today.Benefiting from loyalty, not doing you a favor stopper jar situation is a real hygiene problem asked for a stopper -- a normal request. Instead of handing you one, she points to a community jar that: * everyone's hands go into no one knows if people washed their hands people sneeze, cough, scratch, pick, whatever COVID or not, it's still unsanitary food‑contact items must be dispensed in a sanitary way. Cook County Department of Public Health and FDA Food Code both require: No bare-hand contact with items that go on or near food/drink Single‑use items must be protected from contamination A jar full of loose stoppers is not compliant. asked for a stopper -- a normal request. Instead of handing you one, she points to a community jar that: everyone's hands go into no one knows if people washed their hands people sneeze, cough, scratch, pick, whatever COVID or not, it's still unsanitary food‑contact items must be dispensed in a sanitary way. Cook County Department of Public Health and FDA Food Code both require: * No bare-hand contact with items that go on or near food/drink * Single‑use items must be protected from contamination A jar full of loose stoppers is not compliant.

I really love this coffee place. The ambiance is so cozy. I even loved their coffee flour. My best…read moreone is roasted lavender latte and honey lavender latte both cold and hot. It's a little little small coffee shop with cozy and comfortable seating. They typically have only two staff members one is the cashier another one is the barista but they are very quick. You will like the whole environment inside and outside the coffee shop. We also tried their blueberry muffin yesterday. It was also very fresh and yummy. I highly recommend this coffee shop.

Comfortable spot to get coffee and some quick bites if you're in the area. This spot feels a bit…read moremore casual with a good mix of tables and seats that don't make you feel too cramped. The decor is very appropriate for this type of shop, making you definitely feel like you're in a coffee house. Prices aren't too high, and there are specialty drinks available. Service was reasonably fast, and friendly with helpful suggestions. One thing I like about this spot is the number of bakery items they have available. These all seem to be made in house and are reasonably priced for the generous size offered. This makes it easier to spend more time here with friends as you can't get some items to hold off hunger before eating elsewhere nearby. I found the drinks here to be a bit milder in terms of flavor, but still enjoyable.

Gerry's cafe is a community-focused coffee shop that provides employment for adults with…read moreintellectual and developmental disabilities. It offers a variety of beverages, baked goods, and breakfast and lunch. It is located at the end of a strip mall, with plenty of parking. The service was the highlight - caring , efficient and extremely positive. I had a cinnamon latte and was not disappointed . The best part is the cafe's mission and I will definately return.

Amazing! I love their lattes, regular & decaf. Just tried…read morethe blueberry muffin. Bought it to share. My husband is lucky he got a bite. Jam packed with blueberries. Lightly sweet. Oh my gosh, my new favorite. Staff is so friendly! We will be back, again, and again, and again!

Barista Tara is a rockstar!! I visited CoCo & Blu the other day and inquired about latte art. I was…read moretold that the amazing artist who'd once made my drink had moved out of state, but that everyone else there could make hearts and flowers. Enter Tara, who said she'd try her best to make something special. She delivered an adorable bear on my drink! She said she might be able to do better, but I loved her effort and enthusiasm. My friend and I headed outside to enjoy our drinks on the patio. Several minutes later, Tara came outside carrying another latte. She had PERFECTED the latte bear and gave it to us for free! She made my entire day. Thank you to Tara for the amazing art and for going above and beyond in your customer service!! I can't wait to go back for my next coffee and hope she's working when I do.

I came right when they opened to grab a latte and a breakfast sandwich. The food took about 5-10…read moreminutes to come out, and my latte was ready first. I tried the Lavender Blu, which was a unique flavor combination--interesting, but I would probably try a different coffee next time. The breakfast sandwich was really good and flavorful, and I was happy with the quality overall. The staff was friendly, and the interior had a really nice aesthetic. It is on the pricier side--I paid $24 for my order--but overall, it was a pleasant experience.

We love coming back here to try new drinks and love seeing how much they've grown since they first…read moreopened. Even now to have the bakery next door. We recently came by after needing an afternoon pick me up and Altea had just the treat. Along with our beverages we got the ube banana pudding and it was delicious, I'm still thinking about it weeks later! A must try if they have it in stock! P.S. absolutely love the lactaid vending for those who need it!

What really draws me to this place is the menu & the vibes! I wish it was closer to me though…read more They have 2 sides to the store - the bakery side and the cafe side. I made the mistake of going into the bakery side on accident and tried ordering a drink lol. If you follow them on IG, they release their "test kitchen" menu every month where they showcase specialty drinks. For May, they have a thai tea matcha latte and I HAD to try it. Thai tea & matcha are my absolute favs. It was worth the drive for me. I also got their ube banana pudding which was really good. It was more pudding than bananas/wafers but still really good! Can't wait to see what other specialty drinks I'll get to try!

I love this quaint coffee cafe ! The sandwich's croissants bagels and deserts are awesome!…read more The coffee and cream is perfect My daughter liked her smoothie! The scone was great pistachio s and figs and frosting superb! The restroom is gender neutral and clean and smells aroma spray therapy type! It's counter service but if you sit they will bring it to you! French music is playing ! There's a cute patio outside for pleasant weather! Relax and enjoy !

Blu Fig is an adorable cafe with plenty of character and a lot to offer. Seating is tight, and…read morelimited, but my friend and I were able to find a spot for brunch at 10am on a Monday over winter break. The price tracks with other cafes in the area, with my total being $22 (plus tip) for a sandwich and a smoothie. The sandwich itself was delicious. I love anything pickled, so the addition of peperoncini and picked onions hit the spot. The smoothie, honestly, didn't have much flavor ... it was like sipping on green ice. Not worth the price, in my opinion. They offer 21+ beverage options, and the presentation of their lattes and coffees are on point. I'd definitely visit again, as the staff was nice, the atmosphere is cozy, and the sandwich was good, but perhaps I'll be making a different choice in drinks.