Ordered a regular black coffee. My litmus test. Delicious! Dark and robust…read more I ordered the supremely affordable avocado toast. Also deeeeelish. Micro greens and feta in there too. Pickled onions. It was simple it was flavorful and the two over medium eggs I added to the top were contained to a small enough shape to easily sit atop the sandwich. Super cute inside too. Lovely large art on the wall. Nice furniture. Varied seating. Cozy curated spot. Been there twice this week. Enjoyed the iced Mexican coffee on my first visit. Friendly staff. Smiles all around! Thank you Pink Owl

This place was perfect! Such friendly staff and absolutely amazing food! Wonderful iced coffee &…read morelattes as well! We'll be back with tomorrow on the last day of our trip! Thank you Pink Owl Cafe!

I visited Whirlwind Coffee Company in Oak Park for the very first time today. We stopped by on our…read moreway to the Frank Lloyd Wright home and studio. What stood up for me the most was the beautiful outdoor seating area. I ordered an iced coffee with oat milk and it was delicious. I highly recommend this place as there is lots of seating indoors and outdoors. Service was quick too!! I highly recommend it!!!

The coffee and ambiance are excellent, and it's a great place to relax or catch up with friends…read more However, I was disappointed that there wasn't a baby changing table in the restroom. For a business that's welcoming to families, having a changing station would make a big difference. I hope they consider adding one in the future.

Just being a cafe that is open into the later evening hours is enough to warrant a positive review,…read morebut the dream does not end there. This is the type of place you'd expect to find enmeshed within a community in one or the other neighborhoods of the city. An eclectic menu where everything feels deliberate and treasured, you'll surely find something to slide across your taste buds. Ordering for pickup, the food was ready quickly, was hot and delicious, and while service was limited in that experience, it was still wholly hospitable and inviting.

I liked how the restaurants environment how it was calm and peaceful. There weren't many people but…read moreit still was great and I'm glad we went. The waiter was very kind to us and even took a selfie. The food took longer than we expected so at least we had no where to be. Overall the food was pretty good but the sandwich was saltier than we prefer. The crispy potatoes are a must buy and were a great part of the meal. The orange juice was solid but resembled grapefruit juice. We might come back and it was a worth while experience Sincerely, The Breakfast Club.

Stepping into The Bellbird Bakeshop feels like wandering into a refined bakery in an upscale…read moreParisian neighborhood, where the scent of freshly-baked pastries fills the shop, and time seems to slow for a moment. It'll make you forget you're in the suburbs of Chicago, with its selection of sophisticated sweet and savory items. Every detail feels intentional. This spot embodies everything you'd expect from a truly special bakery. I tried the Chocolate Raspberry Hazelnut Croissant and the Peach Danish -- both pastries were buttery, flakey, and packed with a unique blend of bold and nostalgic flavors. Absolutely exquisite. This is a beautifully designed place, with a modern and pleasant atmosphere. The staff is comprised of incredibly friendly individuals -- the type of people who you can tell are GENUINELY kind (which is hard to come by these days). The Bellbird Bakeshop is the kind of place that reminds you how memorable a neighborhood bakery can be.

I'm obsessed! I've only had a few items (scones, croissants, sourdough bread). I love everything…read morebut especially the Country Sourdough Bread!! It's my treat to myself. The bread is very airy with lots of holes/pockets. You can't go wrong with this bakery. I'm so happy with this new addition.

This cafe is one of one. I don't think I've ever had a cafe experience like this one. To start it's…read moremuch bigger than most cafes, there's a kitchen and the option of grab and go. I had an iced Mocha oatmeal milk latte which was excellent! What's really fascinating to me is there's a Starbucks across the street. I can say confidently Blackberry Market Cafe is definitely a competitor. Should you visit, tell Bri Sam sent you.

I always enjoy my visits to this place. The food is perfect for a light breakfast/brunch/lunch. The…read moresconces are very good, too!

Had a fantastic dinner at Habrae in Forest Park…read more The food, cocktails, and service were all fantastic. We tried several dishes, but our favorites were definitely the Chicken Satay and Massaman Curry. Both were packed with flavor and absolutely delicious. Great food, great drinks, and even better company. Habrae is definitely worth a visit!

The service slow but sincere. No one was in a hurry. There were many Interesting sushi choices but…read moremany included too many unnecessary additional sauces and or spreads. I don't need spicy mayos or exotic spreads because those mask the fish. I always wonder why the main ingredients are not allowed to stand alone, without the sauces? I guess I am a purist. The sushi rolls were good, although the eel was much more flavorful. The salmon roll had many things in it which I cannot identify. The salmon was either a paste or tiny bits of leftover salmon pressed together. It felt like cheating. It was ok, a bit mushy and I would not order it again. The Shumai was disappointing because the pork (?) and shrimp combination was also a paste and mushy. No distinct shrimp or pork flavor or actual pieces of shrimp or pork. Again, it seemed like leftover bits from other prepped dishes. The flavor was nondescript and the dipping sauce didn't suit it. The spicy garlic shrimp spaghetti was a winner. Plenty of jumbo shrimp and one had a choice of heat level. The dish was pronounced excellent. Yay! We would go back but order differently. The staff was nice but the service was slow, especially because they were not crowded.

Ahhhh it gets no better... books, warm pastries and quiet. Nice and peaceful quiet. Rebecca owns…read morethis lovely baby that's only seven months old and she is doing a fabulous job running it. In addition to reading books, there are games you can play or buy. Plus she has discounted items in a majority of the genres. Located in Berwyn, this is a place you must stop at and visit, walk through or simply just grab a coffee to go. You won't regret it.

New Business Located on Roosevelt Road in Berwyn IL. A Woman Owned Bookstore where you can find new…read more& used books. There is a coffee station in the back of the store. Where you can purchase coffee & snacks for sale. You can also trade in your used books for a trade in the store or store credit. Used books trades must be in good condition to receive this benefit. . FYI: If your interested in joining a book club. Go online and sign up to join in on some fun. Great way to meet new people and enjoy discussing different books each month. Also, when you join the book club you will receive 10% off the book select for the month. Small and cozy space to come and work or just grab a cup of coffee and enjoy the beautiful space

They don't just have a cafe ~ they also offer a unique quiet back room space designed for…read morerelaxation and wellness. It features red light therapy, a salt sauna, a quantum light bed, bio mats, green light and vibro beds. Reiki master by appointment. The space is also available for private events and regularly hosts gatherings, including sound baths and other wellness experiences. Definitely worth checking out.

While visiting friends in Illinois, I stumbled across this hidden gem in downtown La Grange. This…read morewas my first visit to a cafe that is centered around wellness and I think the concept is brilliant! Upon entering the establishment, I couldn't help but notice the ombre colored walls and combined with the chandeliers as well as the pink bistro tables the aesthetics were overall, very impressive. The owner Lauren, patiently explained all of the available treatments and due to the amount of stress I had been under, I was eager to relax and to quiet my mind. I was only in town for a short time, so she graciously worked me into a couple of sessions. I started with the vibroacoustic sensory lounge followed by the red light therapy and finally ended with the quantum crystal bed with biomat. For the first time in weeks, my mind, body and soul were totally relaxed. By the time I left, I was drunk on relaxation and it felt great! I slept like a baby for the next two nights! I really appreciated the unique variety of non alcoholic cocktails and adaptogen beverages available for purchase. If you have not stopped by, do your body a favor and treat yourself.

This place is so cute and the service is top notch. The food?!? OMG!! Amazingly delicious!!read more

My first jibarrito and let me just say that jibarritos are an amazing idea. However, ropa vieja…read morejibarritos are a somewhat less than amazing idea. Not that there was anything wrong with the ropa vieja. In fact, aside from a slight excess of cumin, it was pretty damn good. It's just that a dish that wet causes the plantains to disintegrate. It was a huge but tasty mess. All the other dishes we tried were pretty good, too. I feel like the mojo on the yuca was not made with naranja agria but the yuca was very well cooked and that's no small thing. The coffee was strong, hot, and sweet as it should be and the portions of everything are large. Service was friendly and the atmosphere is small cafe-like. There is street parking out front. If I lived closer I'd be returning often.

Boy, if Tony's was closer to my home I would worry about my waistline big-time lol so despite…read morehaving multiple diverse places around me to eat, I eagerly drive over 30 minutes to get my fix of Tony's menu! Everything is delicious affordable, and the quality and quantity are immense. You really feel like you're going into your family's home with greetings by the wonderfully attentive and caring manager Ryan, hostesses and wait staff like Lupe and Phil the best coffee refiller & more. Plentiful tables amidst a welcoming, comfortable decor. Bathrooms are clean, fresh & well maintained-always a good sign. I truly give honest reviews, so allow me to share that this time only, the pork chops were a little overly done, but still delicious and juicy on the inside. But did that stop me from ordering to go the pork chops special? Heck no!

I love this joint. I don't know why I wasn't coming here all the time when I lived in Riverside and…read moreBerwyn. For shame! My nephew recommended we come to Tony's, and I could not thank him enough as we sat there eating great food served by such a friendly staff. Every person we spoke to was Chicago friendly, which is perfect in my books. Orders came to the table quickly, correct, piping hot and delicious! My niece got the Mickey Mouse pancakes and sausage, a family classic, which were fluffy and delicious. HUGE pancakes and crispy sausage links! My sister got the breaded pork tenderloin and loved every bit! The broccoli soup was plain and needed a little excitement, but the pork itself was crispy and well cooked! HUGE portion! WOW! My nephew for the lumberjack platter which was a TON of food. A TON. WILD. Just HUGE serving! The French toast was special; it almost tastes like a cinnamon roll cake. Nice and crispy rounds and soft in the middle. A nice ham steak, bacon, sausage, eggs, and joy. He didn't finish the entire plate but enjoyed every single bite! I got the vegetarian skillet with bacon - I know, I know. It was a long night before this meal, and I needed salt and bacon but wanted all the veggies. What a TREAT! The hash browns were crispy and delicious, not greasy at all which I loved and appreciated, and TONS of veggies. I couldn't finish the entire skillet, but also I happily finished it about 2H later. I just love how I didn't feel heavy after the meal - too full or bogged down by grease. Every single bite was delicious, and I legit cannot wait to go back. The restaurant was busy but had plenty of seating. There were some ants under the table, but they quickly took care of them, and TBH, if I was an ant I'd be in that restaurant too finding food joy. No judgement. Restaurant was clean and service was great! I will happily come back any time, any day, to Tony's. Great people, great food, huge portions, and a great experience. Stop on by!