I must not have had real Columbian coffee before today. I had a latte at Cal's on Division St…read more it was absolutely delicious. I chose an 8 oz drink, because caffeine and I do not always get along. When I saw the "courtesy cup" size, I thought, "That can't be 8 oz." But, it was, and the cups were on the top of the glass case to show how large they were. It was the right size drink for me. The "courtesy cup" size reminded me of the days in Gahanna, Ohio, whenthere was some kind of privat battle between little BBF fast food place and big McDonald's. I liked BB, and I didn't understand why McDonald's won and BBF went away. They both had courtesy cups for children. Milkshakes were huge. My mother poured some of hers into two courtesy cups, one for my sister, and one for me. Keep your courtesy cup size, Cals. Julie

What a cool spot that's so close to my place! Well branded (interior, packaging, signage, swag for…read moresale...) The bonus here is there is a mini roaster and DJ area with two turntables and speakers. Can't wait to go back for some good vibing. My wife loved the ham and cheese danish. I couldn't get enough of that banana bread muffin with my hot mocha. The barista was pleasant and professional and seemed calm when the line started to grow. Luckily, her "sidekick" showed up soon after and helped to move things along, A dynamic duo. Pics to come soon.

The Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Chicago is an absolutely beautiful experience! From the moment…read moreyou walk in, you can tell this isn't your typical Starbucks. With five floors to explore, stunning architecture, and an extensive selection of food, coffee, and cocktails, it's definitely a place worth visiting. However, my biggest recommendation is to GET THERE EARLY! We ended up waiting approximately 30-40 minutes just to order our food, and honestly, I didn't even feel like we were that far back in line! The third floor is where you'll find the majority of the food options, while the fourth floor features a bar with some really interesting cocktails. They also offer both physical and online menus, which is helpful when deciding what to order. Now, let's talk about the food because we tried quite a few things! The absolute star of the show was the cheddar, bacon, and egg biscuit on a croissant! This was SO incredibly good! The flavors worked perfectly together, and it was easily my favorite food item of the entire visit. I would come back for this alone! We also tried the salmon toast, which came with cream cheese, arugula, and salmon on sourdough bread. It was delicious and had a great combination of flavors. My only critique was that I wished the sourdough bread had been a little softer, but it was still enjoyable nonetheless. The Parmesan herb-crusted prosciutto sandwich was another winner! It was flavorful, and the croissant was buttery, light, and flaky, just as you'd hope. We also ordered the whiskey donut, which was a little smaller than I expected. However, it was still really good, and the frosting was definitely what made the donut stand out! After enjoying our food, we headed up to the fourth-floor bar to try some cocktails, and let me tell you, the drinks did NOT disappoint! We ordered the rum espresso martini, and it was SO freaking good! The combination of flavors was absolutely delicious. We also tried the pumpkin spice espresso martini, and it was everything I hoped it would be! Seriously, 10/10 recommend both cocktails! If you enjoy espresso martinis, the fourth-floor bar is absolutely worth checking out. One thing to keep in mind is that their lunch offerings become available after 11 a.m. We spotted a pepperoni focaccia that looked absolutely incredible, but unfortunately, we didn't get to try it this time. That's definitely on my list for my next visit! Overall, I really enjoyed the Starbucks Reserve Roastery. The building itself is gorgeous, the food was delicious, and the cocktails were phenomenal. It's much more than just grabbing a cup of coffee; it's an entire experience. Would I return? Absolutely! However, next time, I'd make it a point to arrive earlier in the morning to hopefully avoid such a long wait. My recommendation: Come early, explore all five floors, don't skip the cheddar bacon and egg croissant, and DEFINITELY make your way to the fourth-floor bar for an espresso martini! This is one Chicago attraction I would happily visit again!

To go during Sunday breakfast hours was entirely our own choice, so we can't really complain about…read morethe crowd...but wow, was it packed! Still, it's a very cool place. I'm not a Starbucks regular, but I really enjoyed the vibe here. The unique furniture, modern fireplaces, and that bronze cask/bean delivery thing were fantastic, and browsing the merchandise was a lot of fun. We sampled a few things from the menu: the Tiramisu Latte was delicious, though the avocado toast fell a bit flat. On the bright side, the staff was super friendly and helpful throughout. Unfortunately, we ran out of time to check out the gelato and cocktails, but that just gives us a great reason to come back!

We stopped in to Coralie Coffee before starting a day of sightseeing, and we really enjoyed our…read morestop! The pastries were buttery and delicious, the Chai tea was REALLY good, and the cappuccino was absolutely fabulous! Service was very friendly, and the location is super cute and clean. We will happily stop in again when we are back in town!

I ordered the spinach and feta pastry along with a latte. Both were okay, but neither really stood…read moreout. The pastry wasn't flaky or puffy like I expected, and it was served cold, which was disappointing. The latte was smooth, but it tasted pretty average. The service was probably the biggest letdown. The cashier came across as cold and not very friendly, which didn't make for a welcoming experience. Overall, it wasn't a bad visit, but nothing about the food, coffee, or service would make me want to come back.

Very nice and clean coffee shop! Stopped in for a quick coffee and I got a lavender latte and it's…read moredelicious m! The staff was super sweet too and I appreciated that. The place was definitely busy and I see why!

Came by for coffee the other day and it was a decent experience. The coffee shop had lit vibes as…read morewell as chilled out staff. Opted for an iced mocha and it was ok. The espresso was on the bitter side. Luckily the chocolate wasn't too sweet. They said that the chocolate is made in-house! There were plenty of seats to hang out, including some seats facing the street. $7 for an iced mocha.

+ kind staff/barista + high top and plush seating for…read moreworking + self serve water dispenser + my half sweet latte was perfect + syrups appear to be made in house + they don't charge extra for plant based milk + Oatly barista brand milk used (good stuff) Notes: 2 sizes of drinks: 8 oz and 16oz 8 oz =2 espresso shots 16 oz=4 espresso shots Most shops I've visited do small, medium, and large with 2, 3, and 3 shots respectively

Such a great local coffee chain in the Chicago area! There are a ton of options for both coffee and…read morenon-coffee lovers. I personally got the Brown Sugar Latte since I've never seen a flavor like that before, and I'm in love with it! Additionally, I'm a fan of the interior of the shop. Great vibes, plenty of indoor seating, and very friendly baristas! I would definitely come back here for my morning pick-up.

A must stop if you truly love coffee and the experience of roasting. Stopped by and the staff…read morethere were so welcoming. A true gem.

got a good cup. the espresso is done right and place is nice and chill, not trying to be fancy or…read moreanything. staff is cool and gets your order out quick. prices are fair.

Absolutely love this coffee shop! Happy Monday in Edgewater is such a small and hidden coffee shop…read morewith the best service! It always seems to be a hit and busy on the weekends. And that is because it is only open on Saturdays and Sundays! It is dog friendly, trendy, and such a hit. Highly recommend this local joint.

UPDATE: Wow, what a speedy response, thank you. I usually…read morechat with the guy who runs this location who says he is a co-owner. I figured the limited hours had something to do with the menu. Now that you all have gotten rid of the DJ table and added more chairs, it does feel more like a standard cafe! I'm looking forward to the menu changes. Thanks for your consideration! Previous review: I really enjoy their beverages and I keep coming back. That being said, there is almost no price transparency. The only prices they have on their menu are for the THC additions. I've mentioned this to the owner twice (he's a cool guy) but he has always sort of shrugged it off. It bothers me every time I'm in. Sometimes my latte with oat milk comes out different prices. Price transparency is so important for consistency . Not including the prices is a bit elitist, especially when the average drink is $6-$8. You should want folks to come in and comfortably order what they can afford. I hope this suggestion is taken into consideration. The drinks are good and like I said, I keep coming back but this has been a sticking point for me for a year plus.

This cafe is conveniently located in the middle of the Roosevelt Collection shops on the second…read morelevel, in its own standalone building right by the parking garage entrance. Lots of great coffee options, I went for the berry jas lemonade- made with jasmine tea, it was awesome and a beautiful color. Love that you can get small tea bags too, made for a perfect gift. Staff was super friendly and helpful. They serve empanadas from local Cafe Tola and other pastries as well. I tried poblano, potato, and cheese and it was amazing! Always love the opportunity to support a black owned business too!

Great spot in South Loop in the shopping area by Northwestern. It is a standalone establishment by…read morethe AMC. The barista was super friendly and knew his craft. The cold brew was balanced and they could add the cold foam to it. I will be back and will try their savory pastries next time.

This place is HUGE for a coffee and tea shop. They sell everything from beans and loose-leaf tea to…read morespices and syrups, and the latte counter is all the way in the back. I don't think I've ever seen this many syrup flavors in one place. There's no seating inside since it's mainly a retail shop, but there's a bench outside. I also loved seeing how inclusive the space is with Pride flags throughout the shop. The Cross Cross Apple Sauce Latte (9/10) was nutty, not too bitter, and had the perfect amount of sweetness. I was expecting more apple, but it actually tasted more like vanilla with a subtle apple flavor. Still super good and honestly impressive for a latte this huge.

I stopped by to restock on some loose-leaf tea, and I'm so glad I did because I got to explore the…read morevariety of options they offer! I didn't get a chance to try their coffee or tea beverages, but it's definitely a cool spot worth checking out, even just out of curiosity. The staff was helpful also.

First time here and it was good! Not many coffee places I know of with outside seating so we came…read morejust for that. Baklava cheesecake was great except the bottom and outside which were not so good. Cheesecake itself was crumbly but tasted like real cream cheese and all the right ingredients. Turkish coffee was great and I got a ginger cardamom coffee that was yummy as well. A bit on the expensive side.

Nice space , authentic kadak chai and print service. Very surprised to find this so close to our…read moreoffice . Went there for a post meal beverage at night and was impressed that it was busy even at 10 pm . Only negative is they need to keep their restrooms cleaner because they are gender neutral