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Backlot Coffee

4.5 (30 reviews)
Closed • 6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Updated 3 weeks ago

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Not filled all the way and there was about 1inch of foam there
Ari R.

The cardamom Rose latte was not good at all. Very bitter the the cup had about an inch without drink at the top, it wasn't filled all the way, and the foam was about an inch deep so in the end was about 2 inches at the top with no drink. I didn't taste the rose, only the cardamom, with bitter coffee. Also I ordered an extra hot and it came lukewarm. The Horchata latte was good. Ordered extra hot but that also came lukewarm. The drip coffee was very bitter and not enjoyable.

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Christina H.

Super cute coffee shop with friendly staff! I don't like super sweet lattes but thought the oatmeal cookie latte was pretty well balanced and a reasonable price. They have free wifi so it would be a great place to work or study but I'd recommend getting there early or going during off hours since it was full when i went on a Friday afternoon.

Sandy's Holiday Soda--holiday special at Montrose.
Aesha E.

I love Backlot Coffee. They're cashless here. Not somewhere I get terribly often since usually I would stop by when I was visiting Hewn in Evanston, so I was super excited when I saw that we were going to get our own Backlot in Ravenswood/Lincoln Square. The chai is pretty good here, and that's my go-to drink so yay for me. Their specials are good too, like Sandy's Holiday Soda. Reminds me of my favorite punch at formal events and holiday parties we attended when I was a child. This location is much more spacious than the other locations; Evanston always feels crowded, though lively (but Evanston has the best food and pastries) and honestly I don't even recall if Irving Park has any seating besides maybe a few counter chairs. The Montrose location has several two-tops as well as a large communal table for folks to use. Parking can be more of an issue than the other locations, though. There are some street spaces along Montrose or the side streets as well as a 15 minute pick-up spot, but no dedicated parking for the place.

Birthday cake donut and black coffee
Min L.

It was a rainy day, and I thought it would be the perfect excuse to explore this little coffee shop. They are laptop-friendly, which is always a plus. I got for a black coffee paired with their birthday cake donut. The coffee was smooth, and the donut was delicious. The barista was friendly and its cute cozy spot to check out!

Olivia B.

Very excited to have backlot in the neighborhood! I've been eagerly awaiting their arrival and I'm happy to say they're finally here!! They have a few street parking spots right out front which was convenient to run in and grab a cuppa while I was running errands. I was looking forward to grabbing a treat and a coffee. I got the horchata draft latte. It was pricey but what isn't these days. They only offered this in a 16 oz. For treats they only had cookies, banana bread, or a vegan scone available. Hopefully they'll have more options next time I stop in! The space was super bright, clean, and spacious. I could hear everyone's conversations so might not be the best place to work if you have work calls to take. I loved the gigantic round table. I'll be back!

Cardamom Rose Latte
Amy C.

I mean... they had already won my heart just with their adorable flying squirrel merch and decor, but the coffee was also delicious. I highly recommend the Cardamom Rose Latte. I got it with soy. The apricot pastry was okay, not quite as great as the coffee. It's a cute space, and the staff were super nice. There were a good number of people in there studying or chilling when I came by on a Wednesday mid-afternoon but definitely enough seats left.

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1 year ago

Great coffee and pastries. They have some unique coffee option too. They all have pup cups!

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7 months ago

Thank you to the lovely Lady at the front , she ended up changing my coffee , Highly recommend this place !

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1 year ago

Excellent coffee, tea, and baked goods. Our go to for any occasion. Their house beans also make great gifts.

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Thanks, Jane! We love the Horchata Latte!

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2 years ago

Great coffee, friendly staff, quiet environment when not busy, nothing more you can ask for :)

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Isaac B.

Aw - thanks, Stephanie!

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Thanks so much, Melissa!

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Thank you so much, Elaine!

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Amazing coffee and a super friendly staff! One of my favorite cold brews in Chicago! This location is great to work at!

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