In the slew of coffee houses that opened in OP I like Marouf A LOT! That's not too descriptive, I…read moreknow, but the ambience is modern and coffees are delicious. I always opt in for the hot Pistachio latte. It's not too rich, but enough to quench your sweetness for a delicious drink. There's plenty of seating but this place is always packed. I don't think I've ever gone in when it's empty, whether it's noon or night. There's also quite the selection of pastries! So many delicious desserts and buns! You can't go wrong with any selection. Everyone is friendly and helpful at Marouf! This is one of my favorite coffee houses in the SW burbs!

This was a very nice coffee shop ... one of maybe a dozen or so new ones that have opened up in…read moreOrland Park/Tinley Park area. The coffee selections are numerous, and you can get them on the strong side or a bit weaker. They also have a number of pastries that can delight your taste buds ... the only glitch we saw was that they did not have a large selection of croissants. For example, we could not get just a plain croissant. But even given that, this was a very nice coffee stop for those that really like good coffee. The dining room was nice and large, with many different sections to settle into with your coffee. Loads of outlets to plug in your lap top if you come with one for a little work. Staff was very friendly, and it is pretty much an order at the counter and get your coffee. They don't need a large staff to run this place, as it pretty much runs itself other than the coffee-master. Give this place a try.

I had this place on my radar because I'd heard they had coffee flights. It appears that the flavor…read moreoptions are pretty limited for the flights, and I wasn't interested in what they included. I went with their Honey Almond Latte (iced), and my husband had a Pistachio latte. We also ordered a Biscoff croissant, a Spinach Fateyer, and a Falafel Fatayer. Their space is really cute, and I was looking forward to enjoying a morning coffee date here. We were asked if we wanted our drinks in glasses and we confirmed, but everything ended up being brought out in plastic, which was disappointing. All in all, a solid coffeeshop with some unique menu offerings.

We stopped at Kaffa Cafe on a long road trip from Wisconsin to Tennessee. If you are a local or…read moredriving through, Kaffa is worth the stop. They have a wide array of coffees, macha, teas, and refresher drinks. In addition, they had some unique offerings such as coffee flights with multiple different types and roasts. The deserts and food looked really good too. My wife ordered a pistachio oakmilk latte. It was very good. In fact, she said it was one of the best lattes she has ever had. This is coming from someone who has visited coffee shops all over the world -- from Panama/Colombia to Europe. This latte made at a small shop in Indiana was good enough to be remembered! Overall: We'd definitely visit again if we are in the area. Recommended!

A cute cafe it has everything from boba, smoothies, coffee lattes, tea love the fact they had…read moremacadamia milk as an alternative to any other common like oatmeal or coconut milk the only thing I don't like is the fact that the place has a restroom that you need a key to get in who that's that only Chicago in bad neighborhoods although Naperville got that idea too? The service promo and friendly first time here at this rural area from were I live the coffee needed more wow factor but I guess this is not Starbucks lol

Uplifted is a great business to have in downtown Manteno. It is perfect for getting coffee/tea, a…read morequick breakfast/lunch, and/or hangout spot. All of the food and drinks that I have ordered have been great, I especially love their iced lattes. The service has always been great, and the staff are very nice and personable. This is my favorite spot to visit when I am home in IL!

Always top notch. The best coffee spot in the Region. Food…read moreoffering are good. Great community support.

Such a gem! I'm visiting the area and was in desperate search of a coffee shop. A very bright and…read morewelcoming environment. It's always a good sign when the little library out front has all of the Percy Jackson books! + I loved the fourth wing themed drink!

Buttercup in the South Loop is an absolute gem, especially if you're even remotely into amaro. The…read moreselection is unreal, like the kind of list that makes you pause and realize you're about to learn something whether you wanted to or not. It's curated in a way that feels intentional, not just "we stocked a bunch of bottles." You can tell whoever built it actually cares. And shoutout to Axel behind the bar, because she is amazing. Friendly, dialed in, and genuinely knowledgeable without doing the annoying bartender thing where they make you feel dumb for asking questions. You can tell she really enjoys working here. She makes a fantastic Negroni. Great vibe, great drinks, and the kind of place you immediately want to make "your spot."

It's nice to have another coffee shop in south loop and this place is very cute! Cozy vibes and the…read moreservice is nice and fast enough. My friends and I each tried their specialty drinks and i got an everything croissant. We had high expectations because everything looked so good on the menu. Unfortunately none of us particularly enjoyed anything we got. All of our drinks just tasted like milk (both iced and hot options) and my croissant was oddly sweet because of the filling and I didn't love that. The pastries are actually being shipped in from elsewhere (they have exactly the same one in coffee shops out in Naperville too lol). Which leaves nothing special here. It's also very small so it gets crowded and swamped pretty fast. You're really constantly stepping out of someone's way when you're just waiting for you order, so that's not ideal either. Likely won't return.

The grind house is a very hip but local coffee house. The menu has several food options sandwich's…read moreand breakfast. Closes at 7pm how great is that!!!! I can get my late night coffee fix. The employees are very nice but they were so crowded and the food orders pushed the coffee order back a bit!!!! No where to wait for your order just get out of the way LOL! Very community conscious

This place has been one of my favorite places to go to on the weekends for lunch. The staff are…read morereally nice. There's hardly any wait to get order. The drinks and food are really good. Good size portions. The ambiance has a relaxed rocker/artsy type of vibe. I like the menu written a big chalkboard as soon as you walk into the place. My go-to drink is the iced Mocha latte. My go-to food is the pulled pork sammich. This visit I had the iced Mocha latte and the Beef bomb sammich, which were good. The sammich has lots of roast beef slices, blue cheese crumbles, horseradish cheddar cheese sauce, caramelized onions, and arugula mix on a chiabatta bread. The blue cheese and horseradish cheddar are not overpowering. I'll definitely be back soon!

I have always wanted to stop by this place on my summer walks. Owner Breanne Zolfo doesn't open…read moreher shop until 7am and I'm usually on my return walk. Today I made an exception and what a surprise I got. I sat outside with my dog Zeke, not knowing that friendly dogs are allowed inside (and they aren't required to drink coffee!). I ordered my usual cappuccino with hazelnut and stayed outside with Zeke, enjoying the sights and sounds of downtown Crown Point. My coffee was flavored with just the right amount of hazelnut and sweetness. I googled Ms Zolfo and found out she made national news for the goodness she spreads. Inspirational words are written on each coffee sleeve and she encourages people to spread it forward. She had a steady stream of customers while I was there. Most order their coffee to go. I chatted with her during a pause in customers and she revealed that she was hit hard during the covid pandemic and just recently re-opened the dining area, although she still hasn't brought back her food menu. The back wall is now full of cards and letters from customers who have thanked her for helping them. The little coffee shop truly is an uplifting place to start one's day.

Quaint corner coffe shop with a conscious, free library and food donation boxes. Inside local…read morecraftpersons sell goods. They also collect goods needed in the community (check the "week's needs" on the black board). They brew kindness & community love. Check it out.

This was a cherished experience!!!…read more Welcome to the neighborhood!! This establishment has been up and running for 4 months, and will be opening up 2 more locations. If you are into a cozy, I am home-like, close neighborhood esthetic coffee shop..THIS IS IT!! Amazing, Amazing, amazing! From the comfy couches and chairs. The warm lights and its rustic fixtures, to the selection of eats and sips, this spot has something for everyone! Every space, every corner has personality. It truly felt like I was visiting a great aunt in her stunning home living space. I was WELCOME HERE! A coffee lovers delight. A tea drinkers pleasure. And even for the lemonade drinker, there are choices to fit your pallet. There was so much to choose from. I selected a drink from their special January menu. It was called "Snowday". This sip had espresso, white chocolate, coconut, and cheesecake cold foam! It was perfect for a chilly day as today. I tried to sip as slow as I could to savor it all, but my mug was empty sooner than I anticipated. I followed up with a regular drip coffee (those have free refills). I was with company, and they ordered a decaffeinated coffee with oatmeal, and a cappuccino. The reports were that "the sips were good". There was another order of a Italian Berry Refresher. This drink scored high on the yum card as well. We sat for hours in a wonderful space, where I met wonderful people. Those in whom I spoke with report that are happy this establishment is in the neighborhood! No love lost to Starbucks and Dunkin, they have their place in the world. But, if I can be biased with my review and encourage all to stop in to this lovely spot-scurry and hurry. Lol Fun fact: Friday nights, there is a 21 and up situation that gathers in the back of this space. Live music, adult sips are available, and good times are reported. Wow! I made a mental note to check this scene out after hours on Fridays. Live music? Sign. Me. Up! Big thanks to Marion and Saaniya (I Hope I got the spelling right). These 2 dolls were working behind the bar/register making the magic happen. So kind. Friendly, and attentive! Marion answered all my questions and was very insightful and helpful! This place has depth. This place has a voice. This place has a story, this place softly speaks "come inside, there is so much to share and enjoy.." If you stop in, notice the paintings on the wall. An artist that lives upstairs painted them, and they are for sale. How cool huh? This place is a gem inside a gem, inside a gem. And to think, I literally woke up, googled "coffee places near me" and this place landed in my lap! You don't have to believe me, go get you some!

I've been hoping for the last few years that the HF area would get a local coffee shop that was…read morenice to hang out in. So happy to see beyond borders open! They are in a great location right near the train in downtown Flossmoor and they have lots of comfy seating. The staff are super friendly and seem to have good relationships with the regulars who stop in. They are really attentive and make a great latte. The holiday specials that are on right now are also worth a try! I just heard that the cafe has live jazz on Friday and Saturday night! They offer wine and other drinks later in the day so I'm looking forward to returning to see them operate in the evening.

Honestly, this might be my new overall fave coffeeshop in the region. Crown Point is about a half…read morehour drive for me, but it was worth it to give this place a try. My husband had the Doncaster - Salted Butterscotch Oat Draft Cold Brew, and I had the Voodoo - Peanut Butter Chocolate Espresso Latte ($6.50 each). Both were very tasty although my husband's needed a good stir since a lot of the flavoring had settled at the bottom. I was looking at the paper menu when I ordered, so I thought the Gold Rush ($9) was a really interesting bagel when it's actually a bowl of oatmeal. A bit disappointing. My husband had the Avocado Toast ($9), a solid breakfast option. The interior is very nice with ample seating. Can't wait to make it out to CP again and have another opportunity for coffee at Fluid.

Another amazing visit to my favorite NWI coffee shop. They always hit the mark and today was no…read moreexception.