Super affordable and solid coffee. It's a nice little walk up coffee window with cold brew, hot coffee, and donuts from something sweet. So glad this place was by my airbnb-it's easy to swing by and grab a nice cup of local coffee. read more

Amazing coffee, very pleasant people working there! Don't expect a cafe lounge, as it's a walk up order and go. If you are looking for a great cup of Joe this is a must go to! read more

Outdoor walk-up window only! No dine-in or even indoor standing room. That's just to clarify expectations this is not a coffee shop / cafe but roaster and take out window. I couldn't tell from Yelp listing and then drove across town hoping to sit and discovered you can't. Some photos showing chairs are apparently very old and no longer accurate. Feels like the "covid order window" a lot of places did for a while went permanent here. Drip coffee was very good--he served a medium roast Guatemalan from an airpot. I wouldn't give it mind-blowing reviews like some others here but definitely full top-tier coffee shop quality with medium body and a touch of chocolate. read more

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friendly service and affordable, no frills coffee at this walk-up order window. menu is simple with just 2 coffee offerings (drip and cold brew) and the price listed is the price you pay-- no added tax or tip. they brew their beans in house-- the guatemalan medium body drip tastes great! read more

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What a great neighborhood staple! It's affordably priced for cold brew and hot coffee, and has great pastries (particularly their donuts). If you want an alternative milk splashed in they don't charge you either. They also have bags of coffee to purchase and will grind it however you need it to be. The walk-up is always quick too! In the photo I got a blueberry donut and it was the best I've ever had of that flavor. read more

Brü Coffeeworks - 12oz hot tap coffee and a blueberry donut - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is THE BEST cup of coffee you can get in the city and that's no exaggeration. They've perfected the art to the point I'd be hard pressed to say it's the best coffee I've had EVER, at least in terms of American conventional brewing. Best of all, it's always served by an exceptionally friendly employee. read more

This is a hidden gem in Albany park. Unassuming, cozy, walk-up coffee shop. Cory and Patrick are extremely friendly. Great customer service. Everything is fresh and well done. They sell beans, jerky, and doughnuts. This is the neighborhood coffee place that gives you a great warm feeling inside. I can't recommend them enough! read more

I have been a fake coffee fan all 28 years of my life. I've wanted to like it but really all of my "coffee" over the years has been a solid mix of cream and sugar with some coffee thrown in. More and more I have used less of the mix-ins but each time I try coffee (hot or cold), I can't imagine drinking it as is. This is the coffee that changed that whole experience. I took my cup, took a sip, and threw a top on that bad boy! This cup of cold brew has no chance of getting watered down. It won't be sitting on my desk till I decide to throw it away. I'm writing this review not even five minutes after getting this delicious cup of happy goodness. I'm not too big of a reviewer, but these guys, they are WORTH IT. 10/5 stars. An absolute must buy. I tried taking a picture of my happy face drinking it but it didn't work out. So here's a picture of my coffee instead. read more

Brü Coffeeworks - The best cold brew you'll ever have - Coffee Roasteries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Their coffee is so on point. It has such a nice aroma when you grind the beans. Prefer their dark roast over there medium roast but the medium roast taste fine too. If they are ever closed they sell their coffee at harvest time grocery store on Lawrence Avenue. There have been many times where I couldn't make it to the cafe on time and I just ended up going to harvest time to purchase. read more

Super cute little place- you're not going to get a fancy latte, but you'll get a damn fine cup of coffee.

The simplest of coffee shops. Your options are hot or cold. No lattes. No mochachino frapperino. Coffee. And some donuts. This is, I believe, a sort of side business to the coffee roasting business. I received a bag as a housewarming gift and it smells wonderful! The proprietor is an upbeat and friendly guy. They also host little neighborhood things like sing-a-longs for kids. A nice place to have in the neighborhood! read more

My apartment is in Albany Park and I'm on a hunt for the best cup of coffee in the neighborhood. Bru fits the bill. I had a cold brew that was great. Really smooth and no bitterness. Not too much ice. I added a little cream and a little sugar and it was perfect. I also had a cherry donut with crumble that was off the charts. read more

They sell coffee. They sell ONLY coffee. No tea. No fancy espresso or whatever. Don't ask for latte this or machiatto that. They have iced coffee, and they have hot coffee. They also have coffee beans. That's what they're about. Coffee. With that said, it's good coffee, and the owner isn't a pretentious turd about it. You ask him for coffee, he gives you coffee, you give him money, and everyone has a pleasant day. There's also free wifi. Four stars instead of five because the hours are nuts (they're open mornings only, four days per week), and seating is limited. Not much of a hang-out; more of a grab-and-go place. Nice addition to a slowly-improving section of Lawrence Avenue. read more

This is real family coffee right here. The smell of the coffee the the smiles of the visitors and the welcoming owners. Family Coffee. read more

Great little coffee shop close to home. There are zero frills like some of the others have said. You can get hot or iced coffee, and if they're available, something sweet to eat. Make sure you check the hours because they're not open every day. read more

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Eh - it's fine. Unfortunately, the lack of seating and table space is a real problem for anybody that wants to work in here, and the lack of air conditioning makes the space pretty uncomfortable on hot days. The pared down options are an interesting MO (and certainly could contribute to the mood of the space), and the coffee is pretty good, but the lack of options make me consider other places for grabbing breakfast and coffee to go. I do wish they offered espresso drinks. The staff seems very friendly and pretty knowledgeable, but not totally confident in their knowledge. I'm happy to have this place close to me (not a ton of coffee in the area) but unfortunately it doesn't offer what I need in a coffee shop. read more

Finding I was out of beans one morning I walk(ed) in cold on this spot a few months ago and am so glad I did. I've now tried three non-decaf roast/bean options and honestly can't decide which I like the best. The owner is super cool and I love that the menu, such as it is, is quite focused. As a service industry vet I know that a smaller menu means someone does what they do quite well and doesn't need to futz around with a bunch of distractions. I'm thrilled Brü Coffeeworks is in the neighborhood and, at this point, it'd feel like treason to go anywhere else. read more

My long walks have been leading me here some mornings! Really nice owner, I love the little window to order efficiently and practice safe distancing. The cold brew is solid, not bitter at all. I also had an amazing cherry crumble donut. So worth it! Can't wait to try some of their hot coffees. read more

Fantastic little hole in the wall kind of space! Interior is hipster, the hours make absolutely 0 sense, and there's only 3 options on the menu: hot coffee for $2, $3 for cold, and $3 of 16 oz of more coffee! Seating isn't big but it's cozy. The owner is friendly and super chill. Convenient place to chill while your car is being worked on. For those that complain about hours, the main profit of this business comes from whole sale: the coffee sales is just icing on top and something the owner genuinely enjoys doing - roasting and making coffee. Cheap prices, high-quality coffee, highly recommend others to take a look at this cute shop. read more

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Stopped in on a whim on my way to work. The owner is friendly and the coffee delicious. I will definitely be back for some beans!

I didn't realize how badly I needed a place to get my brewed coffee fix on my way to work until this place opened. Excellent coffee, fast service and I can buy beans for the days that I manage to make coffee at my own place in the morning. A great bonus is that Cory has donuts from the Golden Grain Bakery on Lawrence and Kimball. I'm not a donut expert but they make a pretty solid chocolate glazed donut. read more

Great little shop on Lawrence, delicious gourmet (Peruvian today) coffee and owner is super friendly.

Brü is such a great addition to Albany Park. The owner, Corey, is the best. He's very passionate about coffee roasting & brewing and can tell you about all the varieties he sells. He loves the neighborhood dogs, too. Good donuts & other local products for sale. read more

Delicious coffee at super reasonable prices, cool owner, small venue w laidback vibe. Will definitely return. Oh, and the alfajores!! Yummm.

This coffee is so tasty you don't need any cream or sugar. I bru a cup at home and then still usually find my way into the store for a cup on my way to the office (partially just to hang out). Cory is the Bloodhound of the coffee industry using his super senses of smell and sound to roast some insane beans. I like to create my own hybrid blend at home. Currently I'm working with a Honduran / Costa Rican (pura vida!) hybrid I like to call the Black Mamba. Brü is a game changer if you like to wake up in the morning to some bomb coffee. read more

At Bru Coffeworks you can absolutely tell they put on 100% effort into what they do. Delicious coffee, highly recommend!

How could not fall in love with this local roaster? Cute cozy place serving coffee that's roasted locally by Cory. Cory is nice guy, he will greet you as soon as you enter the shop. Local art pierces hung on wall, colorful chalks available for little artists if they feel inspired. This is a place that makes my neighborhood unique. read more

Really great coffee plus the owner is a nice guy. He lets me bring my dog in. I'm glad a nice small business moved in my block

My favorite coffee place to buy FRESH beans. The coffee to go is amazing and I love being able to enjoy in my home everyday as well. Cory's a great, friendly and extremely knowlegeable guy! He's great at making recommendations and is always playing good tunes. Love having Brü as an addition to the neighborhood. You don't want to miss out! read more

Wonderful coffee, roasted right there in the store. Locally owned and a welcome addition to Lawrence Avenue. Albany Park is the better for its arrival. Check it out. read more

Place is right around the corner from me in Albany Park. I have to say that this is some of the best coffee I've ever had- even better than other Chicago greats like Dark Matter or Metropolis. Will definitely be returning and telling others about the fantastic coffee. read more

Big fan of Bru, I like that I can walk in and get a carefully curated bag that was roasted that morning. Much fresh!