This place is excellent. I work remote and you really cannot ask for a better place to work remotely l. The coffee is incredible, all the more so the ambiance. There's a wide selection of pastries and each one is more tempting than the last. This cafe really feels like it can be something out of a daydream. There's no doubt I'll be coming back read more

Bean Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

Bean Bar is a great addition to downtown Northbrook! It's spacious with lots of seating, and offers a large menu that includes various drinks and meals. On my first visit, I only had a mocha latte (it was good, but could have been hotter and mocha-ier), but I'll be back to try more of their menu. We arrived at 4 p.m. on a Sunday, an hour before they closed. The place was packed with people of all ages. The service was pretty fast -- they bring your order to your table -- and the decor was really nice. They are serious about closing time -- staff walked around at 4:55 and basically asked people to leave. So be sure to allow enough time to enjoy your order and the ambiance! read more

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Huge space with lots of seating inside and on the outside patio, photogenic inside and out. Coffee drinks are solid and a good selection of pastries. Great spot for hanging out. read more

Bean Bar - Cold brew - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

This is a really good place to go if you want some privacy for the private rooms, which are first come first served. Coffee was good and so is the banana bread. I love to support small business read more

Bean Bar - Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

The coffees were good and well prepared. They probably need two "coffee prep" stations as there is one near the bar but if they deliver to you at the front of the store you have to walk to the back to get your cream and sugar...They also have some timing issues that need to be worked out. Nice ambiance though . I will go back! read more

I find this to be a glorified Starbucks. I met a friend for brunch this morning. There were a lot of people there, many with laptops. There were a few glass enclosed rooms with only 1 person, even though the tables are for larger parties. There were very few tables available at 1030AM. I went up and ordered my food, we both ordered at the same time, separate orders. My friend got hers in less than 5 minutes, coffee and all. I waited almost 15 minutes, my eggs and bacon, and potatoes were cold. I had to ask for my coffee, I didn't send my food back because it took so long to get. I was really disappointed and I was so excited to try this establishment. I may try it again, or I may not. . read more

Must try coffee spot in Northbrook! From the outside, this place looks huge. They have a very large, covered outdoor patio with lots of seating. Inside has an elevated yet eclectic vibe with lounge seating, tables & chairs, and enclosed, small meeting spaces. I loved the design of the inside as well as outside murals on the building. Their menu had a lot to order both on the food and drink sides. One orders at the counter and gets a number for items to be delivered to your table. I got the 16oz hot Bouquet Latte which had both lavender and rose flavors. I thoroughly enjoyed that their lattes were already priced out with oat milk included. The flavor was perfectly floral. My husband got the Rose & Cardamom Chai Latte which also was a good balance of spice and floral. I left thoroughly impressed by Bear Bar and will certainly be back when in the area! read more

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I was hungry, in dire need of (more) caffeine and had an hour to kill when I dropped my kids off at Glenbrook Tennis. I looked on Yelp and was intrigued by Bean Bear, which is in the same shopping center as dollar tree. This coffee shop is massive. It was quite full on a Saturday afternoon, but there was plenty of seating indoors. They also have a great outdoor area and a bunch of mini private rooms.I'm not sure if you have to reserve those ahead of time, but I was thinking great space for coworking! The biggest downside was that you can't order online ahead of time and there was a long line. Their menu looked good, but I went with a yogurt parfait because i figured that would be fast to make. And an almond iced latte. The latte came out pretty fast, but the parfait took about 15 min which left me with about 5 min to eat it. It was OK. I'd prefer to try something else next time. Due to the long line and inability to order ahead I'd probably only come back when wanting to sit for awhile to get work done, but it's the perfect spot for that! read more

Bean Bar - Very spacious new cafe in northbrook - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

Great coffee, great vibes, and friendly service with a smile. Bean Bar has a modern, artsy vibe. It is spacious with a variety of different types of seating arrangements. A diverse list of drinks and food. They have free WiFi and plenty of parking spots. read more

Bean Bar is the new hottest place to be in Northbrook. I work nearby so have been meaning to stop in and they are always busy especially in the morning time. Ended up going after work and it was the perfect timing. I ordered the chicken pesto sandwich and the dragonfruit lychee lemonade. The workers were so friendly and answered questions and gave some suggestions of what to order. You order at the front you get a table number and they will bring it to you. There is plenty of seating indoor and out. It has a relaxing feel to the place. They have board games out or books to read. The dragonfruit lychee was refreshing with the lemonade added to it. It wasn't super sweet which I enjoyed. The chicken pesto panini was amazing! So full of flavor and the chips along with it. I know I'll be stopping by after work to try different things. Their pastries look amazing. read more

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This is such a good addition to Northbrook, I love all of the indoor and outdoor seating. It's a perfect place to meet for coffee, read or work. They have a good variety of iced and hot drinks and delicious pastries. I haven't tried the food yet so I need to come back! read more

Bean Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

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Refried beans, jelly beans, pinto beans, toe beans, garbanzo beans, coffee beans, human beans. Bean Bar is an Interesting name choice for this newly opened (one week) cafe. Who am I to say, my name is..... Names aside, this is a spacious and gorgeous cafe, that looks like a literary salon, antique library or your great aunt's sitting room, but updated. Lots of comfy couches are set in inviting groupings, there is a large outdoor seating area. There are also meeting rooms. And I stopped in at opening (7am) and there were many people already in, taking drinks to go, or sitting with friends. There's a breakfast and lunch menu, pastries, drinks. They are open until 5 pm. I tried a macadamia latte with oat milk and a croissant. Delicious! It is a little confusing to order -- it's over at the counter. Maybe some signage about where to place your order. This would be a great place to meet up for lunch, split a dessert. I'll have to come back for a meal. Maybe have a meeting? This could very well become a popular hangout - judging by the people and conversations in here before 7:30 am -- it already is! read more

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Delightful and spacious coffee shop! There is so much room to lounge and hang with friends. Numerous alcoves to sit in and enjoy your food/beverage, private meeting spaces, expansive covered outdoor patio. This is a place you'll want to linger. The longer you take it in, the more delightful character you'll find from the tile behind the bar, to the light fixtures, to the furniture. The staff was so helpful and kind. I asked for a lid that did not require a straw due to dental work I just had done and the woman was gracious. As I was swapping them out another staff member held out his hand to collect my garbage. I was shocked and appreciative. They've got a great breakfast/lunch menu. The veggie scramble bowl was delicious - packed with vegetables. The iced coffee was strong. A must visit place if you're in the area! read more

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We had a great first time at Bear Bar! It's a nice atmosphere to hang out as a family, grab coffee with a friend or settle in to get some work done. The owners and staff are really nice and working hard on their first weekend open. I had the brioche chocolate roll and it was so delicious. It was soft like the inside of a croissant and only a little flakey on the outside. The iced latte we had had great flavor. We know that we will come back soon and will probably be our new go to spot! read more

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Love the smoothies! Dino is excellent-- service oriented, efficient, super friendly!! read more

Bean Bar - Smoothie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

My boyfriend and I came here every day while we were in town! Dino was so helpful, informative, and just overall a great and helpful barista!! The coffee and food were phenomenal consistently. I want to come back to Illinois just to be able to visit this wonderful place again! read more

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We were in the area and wanted a quick lunch nearby so we stopped by Bean Bar on a Sunday afternoon. There is a large parking lot and plenty of both indoor and outdoor seating. You order at the counter and then seat yourself afterwards. I love the interior décor and cozy patio outside. There are also some board games available. However, it took longer than expected for our food to arrive. I had the pressed chicken pesto sandwich (sourdough, pesto spread, roasted chicken breast, red pepper, mozzarella, basil) which was served with a side of chips. The sandwich was just okay. The chicken was really dry. The chips were just your run of the mill standard potato chips. Hubby had the BB chicken BLT (avocado aioli, roasted chicken breast, bacon, lettuce, tomato) and felt the same about his sandwich. Bean Bar is a nice space to chill/hang out with friends but I probably wouldn't come back for the food. read more

We stopped in for breakfast on a casual Sunday. The Bean Bar has a nice shaded outdoor seating area as well as indoor seating. The food was healthy and good. We appreciated that they bring your food to you. We recommend trying Bean Bar if you want a quick, healthy breakfast or lunch. read more

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Friendly staff, comfortable room with lots of people working while having their delicious food and drinks. Even have conference rooms and a printer! Food is delicious. read more

This. This is what Northbrook has needed. I eagerly awaited the opening of Bean Bar for months, following the progress on their social media posts. And then they had the audacity to open while I was out of town! But that just means I'll spend the foreseeable future making up for those few days I've lost. The space is beautiful - big, airy, and lots of great seating options. Whether you're working remotely or meeting with a group of friends, there are comfortable and inviting spaces (including private rooms). The patio is gorgeous and well covered. Staff are super friendly. The menu is interesting with plenty of food and drink options. I've had a few different coffee beverages, including the vanilla almond latte and an americano, and they've all been great. The salad I had for lunch was wonderful and you can't skip the pastries. Serah, the owner, is hands-on with the team. Every time I've been there, I've seen her behind the counter making drinks or dropping off food to tables. I love the personal feel of Bean Bar, and it helps that it's already become a hub in the community. Every time I'm here I run into a few familiar faces. Love the addition to Northbrook and am looking forward to continuing to support their venture (while they support my caffeine habits)! read more

What a refreshing new look for a quick stop for anything breakfast. Just loved the newness of the cafe. Both in and outdoor sitting options. You walk up to place your order, given a number for the table, and a server brings your food to you. Seamless. Enjoyed the fast service. I didn't have to wait long. Everything was tasty. read more

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Great place to grab coffee! I got a delicious Macadamia latte for $6, and a strawberry matcha latte for $6. Both were incredible and the staff is great. Very cute inside as well! You can eat inside or outside. Plenty of parking read more

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Such great addition to the neighborhood. I have to say I'm pretty obsessed with their Chai Latte:) it's my special treat! The service is always very friendly and the ambiance is great! read more

While they haven't served their first glass of java, I spoke to their head barista, Dino. He was a senior barista at Starbucks and is super excited to be a part of an independent coffee shop and eatery in Northbrook. The space is giant, it is located in the former Chase Bank. There are plenty of rooms to meet in, great for a business meeting over coffee. They open next week, very excited for them. read more

Bean Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

New coffee shop in Northbrook. I came with my family and I was pleased there was something on the menu for everyone. The space is huge. I love that they have individual rooms. My family and I situated ourselves in one of the rooms so I was able to get some work done while my kids picked from their selection of books and games for entertainment. My matcha drink was very tasty. Just a heads up that we went on a Friday around 4 and there were a lot of kids and students hanging out there at the time. It looks like there is outdoor seating too, so that will be a nice option once the weather improves. read more

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I've only been to the Bean Bar once and had a great experience. The place is large inside with plenty of seating. I sat outside with a group and we had plenty of room and space to relax and enjoy our coffee and food. We sat under a canopy and had the option of sitting in the sun. Whatever coffee experience you crave, they can accommodate! This is a great spot that is not claustrophobic by any stretch of the imagination. Lots of room to spread out. Their prices are in line with the local competition as well. We were served quickly and I think I will come back again. read more

Bean Bar - The Bean Bar! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

Great coffee and cozy atmosphere! Bean Bar is my go-to spot for a morning coffee or a quick lunch break. The coffee is always excellent, the staff are super friendly, and the place has a nice, relaxed vibe. Highly recommend their flat white and pastries! read more

One of the neighborhood FB groups recommended this place and I decided to check it out. It was hopping! I've had the baklava and the spinach rose pastries in addition to some of the iced lattes. Getting seating might be tricky sometimes since newish and popular at the moment. read more

Cute place- warm and welcoming. Okay coffee and good scones. Would for sure go back and try some of the menu items

Very cool setup. Enjoyed the eclectic atmosphere. Was happy to see that it was pretty busy on a weekday morning. Latte was delicious too!

Really like this place. Big welcoming space, music isn't too loud, lots of seating. If you have a small group there's a few options for private meetings. It's accommodating for kids as well. There are board games and books available to read, and Internet access as well. Service is friendly. The coffee was very good. Had a blueberry muffin that paired well with the coffee I had. During warmer times, it has nice and ample outdoor seating. Lots of parking too. Will be back. read more

Wonderful addition. The drinks are solid. The vibe is chill and friendly. There are private rooms and good seating options. Owners are amazing. Food is excellent. You can't go wrong with this place. read more

Bean Bar - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

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the vibe, deliciousness , fun music, happy employees: lots of smiles = my new favorite place to work & play. read more

Bean Bar - iced strawberry matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

The food is always good. My husband and I enjoy the food. The atmosphere is perfect. I enjoy watching couples with their babies, ladies playing Canastra, people working in there instead of having to go in office. Eat, drink and play. The desserts look great, we haven't tried them yet. Great location. The day we were there, the gal taking our order was adorable. She just started today, Monday 2, 2026. We asked things, her reply was I don't know. I said nicely, please ask. Better training (she should of had someone next to her, especially being her first day. WE WILL BE BACK, we do like!!!!! THANK YOU FROM ENID read more

A calm and relaxing upscale environment plus great drinks, friendly staff, and high value pricing. Definitely worth making a stop. read more

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I love the concept behind this place: it's a beautiful space with friendly, helpful staff and delicious food. But the drinks always leave me with something to be desired, the worst offender is the chai tea. I'll keep going back though because of all the other reasons in hopes that I'll find a drink I enjoy. Also, not the establishments fault but it's impossible to get a table because there are a ton of solo diners taking up the bigger areas, making it impossible for groups to eat there. read more

Food was absolutely amazing! I would definitely recommend bean bar. The private rooms that they have are awesome for getting stuff done. I always get one when I can. Also the staff was SO helpful. Definitely going to be a new regular at bean bar read more

Bean Bar - Yogurt Bowl - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

Just what Northbrook needed. Bean Bar is a breath of fresh air for downtown Northbrook. With limited local coffee spots open early (Leonidas/Basu), it is nice not to have to go to Starbucks and support local. Bean Bar serves La Colombe coffee for their drip/iced/cold brew, which is a fantastic coffee. The service has been great when we come in around open 7/730am. Always met with a smile and now a memory of what we like to order. The ambiance is really nice and spacious. Good for a group to sit and enjoy their coffee and pastries, to get some work done, or just enjoy your time. Will definitely be visiting Bean Bar more and more in the future. read more

The Kouign Amann pastry I got was $6.50 and wasn't very good. That same pastry costs $4 or less at other bakeries. It was way more muffiny than croissanty and had no crunch. It was also drenched in the sugar glaze. Also, they package it in a plastic to go container versus a bag?? I find that very wasteful. My latte tasted great, it was also expensive, but that's just how much lattes cost nowadays. Great coffee except for the fact that they didn't fill it up to the top. Which was disappointing, I assumed that they just put ice in and it melted when they poured the espresso over it, but it wasn't very cold and there was a great lack of ice. It was also very sweet. The staff seemed very nice and my drink came out quick. Seems to be a menu+pricing issue with this place. I also loved the vibe, I can totally see myself coming to do work here over a coffee. I wish I ordered an entree for $13 versus a almost $7 pastry lol read more

Stay away from the Bean Bar. Their food is god awful. I went there today and ordered scrambled eggs. The worst eggs I've ever had in my life. And then Sarah The owner has the nerve to call me and complain to me that I brought the eggs back I told the guy that they're not good. How dare she do that Sarah get a little thicker skin. You're in the restaurant business people are going to complain. I made it real easy for her when she called me. I told her that don't worry I'll never come back and I will make sure to tell all my friends in Northbrook and Glenview the same thing. Remember Sarah karma is a bitch. How dare you even call me and think like that? read more