Lots of seating options (indoors & outdoors). I got an iced penguin and it was great! Can't wait to…read morego back and try other drinks. Food/pastry options are limited and didn't seem that appetizing. They have a small section of goodies they sell. Our barista was very patient while we asked questions and ordered. A great place to sit at to read or get some work done. I also really appreciate that this shop is open later than most other coffee shops in the area.

Wise Cup has just expanded and it looks beautiful! The owners have thoughtfully decorated and…read morecreated nice spaces for seating. Many of the customers sit there in their computers which created a fairly quiet setting. I've had their chai tea, lattes and teas. This time I just went for the peppermint tea. They also have homemade samosas and a few other pastries and bagels to choose from. It's nice to see a local business in Oak Park prospering especially when it seems to be so difficult to stay afloat. Check them out!

A former HS colleague and business partner started this spot. Love this spot. Spacious..NO…read moreINTERNETbut you can access finite with a nice signal. The coffee isn't strong but flavorful. I relied on the person behind to counter to "help" me with my choice of sandwich. The salmon wrap is PHENOMENAL! I truly recommend this spot if in the area.

The place is amazing inside.. comfortable and warm. The man serving i guess is the owner had great…read morecustomer service wanted too. That soup was a 10! I'll be back.

Café with Turkish Sweets and Drinks…read more This café has plenty of seating and offers a variety of Turkish desserts, candies, coffee, and specialty drinks. I ordered the Ube Matcha Latte and a small knafeh to go. The service was excellent--the staff patiently answered all of my questions and made me feel welcome. Ube Matcha Latte (3.5/5 ) - I ordered it without ice, so I didn't get the beautiful color gradient I was hoping to see, but it still tasted great. I especially liked that it wasn't overly sweet. Knafeh (4/5 ) - This was my first time trying knafeh. I think it would taste even better if you eat it in the café, where it's served on a hot metal plate that keeps the cheese warm and melted. It has a unique texture--a chewy layer of melted cheese on the bottom, topped with grainy pancake like layer, then finished with crushed pistachios and sweet syrup. It was a fun and delicious dessert to try.

This caught me completely by surprise…read more My friend and I just wrapped up having dinner and were looking for a place we could enjoy a desert that was something other than the usual boring ice cream or cake. I looked up Google for ideas and came across the TAJ Coffee House which was only a few minutes away from where we dined. The photos looked impressive, but I had absolutely no idea what was to come. We walked in and were immediately greeted by Shams and Louai. Their warmth and great personalities made my friend and I feel instantly welcomed and valued. To the right of the shop, our eyes were drawn to a wall of gorgeous, colorful Turkish candies which were a mind-blowing experience to behold. This, plus an elegant, large, comfortable sitting area with sumptuous gray cushioned chairs, lovely chandeliers and beautiful decor set TAJ far and above any coffee house we have ever seen --- and we've seen many! When we walked to the counter, Shams and Louai were so helpful and accommodating as we asked questions about all the astonishingly beautiful pastries, cakes and candies in the glass cases before us. Everything in front of us was unbelievably appetizing to the eye and nearly all were items we had never seen before. My friend and I settled on a variety of "Turkish Delights" and "Turkish Sweets" to get out feet wet, and we loved each and every selection we ordered. We ate a pistachio baklava which was the finest we ever had. I also tried a cake which had a dark reddish glaze and was similar to tres leches but far superior. We also sampled a variety of candies and nougats that were transcendent. One candy, in particular, was rolled in dried, chopped rose petals and was my absolute favorite. I had to order a few more to take home. For drinks, we tried their lotus milkshake which was magnificent. The types of drinks TAJ offers is extraordinary. They range from various hot and cold coffees (including Turkish) to iced shaken espressos, matcha drinks, Turkish teas, Dubai chocolate drinks, frappe, smoothies, juices and glorious mojito-style concoctions. As mentioned earlier, my friend and I had no idea what to expect from this but came out of TAJ stunned by the spectacular offerings within. The flavors we encountered were unlike anything we ever experienced before, and we will definitely make the TAJ Coffee House a regular place to savor over and over again. Once more, special recognition must be given to both Shams and Louai. They are ideal ambassadors for TAJ Coffee House and need to be recognized for it. They provided wonderful customer service and were kind, professional, knowledgeable and welcoming. Perfection!

Reviewing their "Courageous Cones" ice-cream: one of the most delicious soft-serve ice creams I…read morehave ever had. You pick a waffle cone (vanilla/chocolate), an ice cream flavour (vanilla/chocolate/non-dairy coconut) and a fruit (strawberry, blueberry, plantain etc.). They blend the actual fresh fruit with the ice cream to produce an incredibly delectable, flavourful soft-serve. I got a vanilla waffle cone with chocolate ice cream blended with strawberries. It took maybe three or four minutes to serve because all of the blends are freshly made, and I had to wait in line for about twenty minutes, but the wait was worth it. It was nice to take the ice-cream cone and sit on a bench at the park nearby. The shop/window is attached to Courageous Cafe, but the operating hours are not the same as the cafe's, and one has to wait in line outside rather than indoors. The shop is about five minutes from the Oak Park Green Line CTA station. Highly, highly recommend this place to those visiting Oak Park! I might even make a trip all the way from the city for this ice-cream - it was that good!

There's a certain point where a bakery stops being a bakery and becomes a gravitational force, and…read morethis place crossed that line the moment I tried the pastries. Everything I've had so far has been spot‑on -- flaky, buttery, and made by people who clearly understand that "good enough" is not an acceptable standard for laminated dough. And then there are the cupcakes. The pink velvet and vanilla bean have basically derailed any attempt at exploring the rest of the menu. They're that good -- tender crumb, real flavor, none of that cloying sugar‑bomb nonsense. They even offer gluten‑free and vegan versions of some, which somehow manage to taste like actual cupcakes instead of punishment for dietary restrictions. There is a full breakfast menu, and it looks legitimately appealing... but I keep getting ambushed by the pastry case before I make it that far. One day I'll branch out. Today is not that day. If you're in Oak Park and want a bakery where the classics are done right and the cupcakes are dangerously habit‑forming, this is the one.

Quiet spot for made-to-order Italian dishes. The bar is open until 9 PM. Traditional Italian, cash…read moreonly neighborhood eatery.. Come on in!

Walked in for a coffee stayed for amazing conversation with Nina the owner. She has an absolutely…read moreamazing story. If you're lucky you will get to hear it. Ended up going in 2 more times. Once for dinner. Once for an espresso. The food is like it came from your nonnas kitchen. The place is a blast from the past. An inexplicable feeling of home. Like being home in the Bronx in the 80's.

Airy bakery w plenty of seating. & plenty of baked goods. Many many options…read more I got a strawberry cream cheese danish & a ham & Swiss handpie. Strawberry cream cheese danish was really nice w very fruity strawberry jam & crispy pastry. Ham & Swiss handpie was pretty good. Really delicious & thickly sliced ham. I found the pastry to be a little greasy & very rich but kind of 1 note all around. Maybe some mustard or herbs or spice would make it a little more interesting. A lot more to try & a really cool place to chill out.

This place has the best scones I have ever had. Light, buttery and absolutely delicious. Banana…read morelate was perfect. Glad this place opened up to give some relief to all the crap chain places Berwyn has. This is now my coffee spot!

Pretty cool vibe, I would prefer real eggs on a bacon egg croissant. It wasn't bad, but the bacon…read morewas a little undercooked. The latte I had was pretty good. Took a little longer than anticipated, but they had other customers in the vibes are nice people were enjoying the outdoor patio, which was pretty cool. I will go back cause there are a few other items on the menu. I wanted to try.

So glad to have another solid coffee shop near me. The decor and ambiance is wonderful! They have a…read morevariety of drinks, syrups, and food option available. Although I did not like the caramel taste of my latte, I am very excited to come back and try other options, including their breakfast sandwiches. One of the owners and other barista were extremely sweet and could tell they knew who their regulars were and were very welcoming to everyone. Though for that reason they were a little on the slower side. It did take a while for me to get my drink, so I would take that into consideration. They have plenty of seating downstairs, upstairs, and a back patio for when the weather gets nicer.

Got caught here during the tornado and it was the best place to be! The service from Javi when I…read morearrived already set the tone for the day and I knew I would be back.... I didn't plan to spend the entire day there but it was cozy and the vibe was so good the storm passed behind me and when the sun came back out about 4 hours later I had done a days work! I think this will be my coffee cheers!

I wish I lived closer! I was in the area for an errand and wanted to stop for a quick small bite…read moreand a coffee. Their vanilla latte was DELICIOUS, I loved it. For a snack I tried the Colombian Chicken Empanada - it came with a side of sauce (similar to a chimichurri type) that was perfect for it. Definitely a hit for me for both food and coffee. The service was prompt, and the guy working the counter was nice. But where this place really shined for me was the ambiance and the seating. It is comfortable without trying too hard to be hipster. The seating choices show consideration for folks wanting to set up shop and stay for a while, whether it's to read or work, and they really do come through. The leather couch they have was so comfy, I wished I had more time to just sit and enjoy my drink with a good book. But even if you can't grab a spot on the couch, the chairs at the tables actually have cushioning, so if I was trying to sip and work, this is where I'd go. I really do wish I lived closer but on nice days when I'm interested in a drive, I plan to head back here!