I was very excited to try this place after seeing it on Instagram, and I was not disappointed!…read more I came here a few months ago, and it was an amazing space to work out of. It's just a beautiful, feminine space like even the bathroom was decked out in pink! I loved it. While there, I got a sandwich and strawberry matcha. I really enjoyed both. It's honestly made me crave strawberry matcha since then. There was one girl there working, and she was really helpful in explaining the difference in drinks to me. Can't wait to go back!

While in the West Loop on a warm weekend I was craving a refreshing drink. I did a quick Yelp…read moresearch and Matcha Cita came up. When I arrived I was amazed at how large the space was for a matcha shop. The counter to order was very long and there were plenty of tables of chairs available and they weren't cramped close to one another. The menu was located on the far back wall and the font was small so it was hard to look at the menu while ordering at the counter, but fortunately nobody was behind me in line while ordering. I ordered three drinks to try different things. First was the Pink Señorita with strawberry, pitaya, matcha, and coconut milk. Second was the Pistachio Honey Latte with pistachio, honey, and choice of matcha according to the menu, though I wasn't given a choice of matcha. Last was Bluetiful which included blueberry, blue spirulina, collagen, matcha, and vanilla almond milk. Pink Señorita was probably the more flavorful drink of the three although something about it the strawberry gave off an artificial taste. The Pistachio Honey Latte had a nice pistachio flavor that didn't overpower the matcha. Bluetiful was the least favorite drink since it didn't taste like anything at all; it had an interesting blue color but other than that it tasted like heavily diluted matcha with no hints of blueberry or vanilla almond milk or anything at all. All of these were ordered in 20 oz cups and I felt the price of $8.95 was a bit steep for each of the three, especially considering that the drinks didn't all taste quite as expected. By no means are the drinks from Matcha Cita authentic Japanese style matcha drinks, but they provide a bougie twist on classic matcha similar to other higher priced smoothie and juice shops. I did notice it was unsanitary for the barista to touch the garbage bag behind the counter as if she was about to throw out the trash, take my order at the register, and then start making the drinks without washing her hands, but I didn't want to make a scene and call her out on it; at least she wasn't touching the ingredients directly with her hands, I guess. If you're craving a unique type of drink on a hot day in the West Loop, Matcha Cita is an option but it may be better to stick with the basics and try to watch the barista making your order behind the counter to ensure proper food handling practices are performed.

Fantastic coffee shop!!! Excellent coffee! I loved my two iced lattes, the milk and honey, and the…read morelavender sunrise. They also offer water and fun tin glasses to drink from. I look forward to trying the food next time. Beautiful wooden tables and plenty of seating. Fun decor and atmosphere. I love the lights and jars hanging from above. Fabulous service from Logan! So personable and he really brought the positive vibes. I really appreciate that there are two rooms you can choose from. The main room has great music playing, and there is also a quiet room if you need a peaceful space to focus. It's a great cafe to do work at. I loved it here and I'll definitely be back!

A cute cafe with lots of seating inside and friendly baristas, a great find overall!…read more My friend and I were at the farmers market nearby and popped into Ground Up afterwards. I love a specialty latte so the Honey Bee latte caught my eye and oof, delicious but maybe a little too sweet for me. I think with an extra shot of espresso and a little less sweetener it would have been PERFECT, but as is, it was just a little too weak and a little too sweet. My friend got the banana coffee from the same specialty menu and felt the same way. This is one of her favorite spots in town, so definitely good coffee and worth another visit, but I might stay away from the specialty drinks menu. We also got a spanakopita as a quick bite and that was a hit!

Ancient Coffee Grounds is such a fun and unique coffee spot! I went specifically because I wanted…read moreto try something a little different, and the cereal coffee flight definitely did not disappoint. It was such a fun way to try a few different flavors, and everything was really good. I also grabbed a pastry, which was the perfect addition to the coffee. The space itself is cute and has a really fun atmosphere, definitely somewhere I'd recommend.

This cafe is SO spacious with plenty of seating, comfy couches, free water, and lots of people…read moreworking. Definitely a great spot to chill or get some work done (8.5/10). Service was great and the drinks came out pretty fast (8.5/10). We got the coffee flight, and all four drinks were on the sweeter side but not too sweet. I really liked the espresso here. It had a great flavor without being too bitter or too weak. The Biscoff (8/10) was my favorite. It was delicious and SO chuggable. The Cinnamon Toast Crunch (8/10) was super cinnamony, which I loved. The Salted Caramel (6.5/10) had a little too much caramel flavor for me. The Peanut Butter Cup (6.5/10) was good, but I couldn't really taste much peanut butter. They also have cereal coffee flights and matcha flights, so there's plenty more I want to try next time!

I wanted to enjoy groundswell, but the espresso just tasted extremely weak to me, so much so that I…read morequestioned if I even got 2 shots or just one. It ended up tasting like oat milk with a splash of espresso. I ended up having to get a matcha in the afternoon as a pick me up as I didn't quite feel awake. I didn't try any of the pastries but they did have a few. Despite the lackluster coffee experience, the cafe is a decent area to work in, with seating, free wifi, bathroom, and outlets. Sorry I forgot to take pictures :(

Stopped in on an early Thursday morning as it was in walking distance to where we were staying. A…read morecute cozy spot with a minimalist industrial feel, the space was definitely comfortable to do some light work but not a place I could see myself camping out for a few hours. I opted for one of their pour overs. I didn't pick up on the advertised flavor notes but also wasn't disappointed-it was ok. For those that are craving food options, they do have some bakery and breakfast sandwich/burrito options. It wouldn't be a destination cafe for me but perfectly acceptable for those seeking a solid cup of coffee.

This might be one of my new favorite spots in the city! The barista was very knowledgeable about…read morethe different beans, and the ingredients used in all the drinks. She mentioned to me that everything is weighed, so flavored drinks aren't overpowered, etc. She also mentioned the milk is sourced locally, and has a different protein that is more lactose intolerant friendly. While I love the coffee, they need to move out of this weird location that they're in. It's a weird office slash shopping space for local businesses. While good in theory, they need their own brick and mortar.

The service here is impeccable. The staff is so knowledgeable. I really enjoyed the oat milk in the…read moreiced matcha. You know how some places just ruin it with whatever they're using. They have really yummy goodies too. The concept of smelling the ground coffee aromas for the pour overs is great! I wish I lived closer. But this is the spot when in the west loop!

Absolutely exceptional coffee. You can tell they take their craft seriously--the cortado was…read moreperfectly extracted with beautiful, rich tasting notes. The baristas are incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about their beans. A true local gem for anyone who genuinely loves great coffee. A total neighborhood gem. Excellent coffee, a beautiful and clean space, and incredibly friendly customer service. It is the perfect place to kickstart your morning or grab a quick afternoon pick-me-back. I will definitely be a regular here!

Always my go to coffee spot in the city…read more Love supporting local Chicago brand that supports the city

everyone needs to try their minion cold brew and chocolate chip cookies SO GOOD!!! if you're in the…read moreneighborhood or even if you aren't definitely make that a stop

these folks are unreliable. We had visitors in from Europe and wanted too take them to C+C. We…read morechecked their website - open until 3 pm per the website. We organize the group - including several children - get there just before 2pm and see a sign - closed at 2 if you are closing early then say so. very unlikely to ever come here again. certainly not with family visiting from out of town - they are unreliable and provide horrible service

Absolutely obsessed with this cafe. One of the best cafe experiences I've ever had. When I'm not at…read morethis cafe, I'm thinking about visiting it. The interior is beautifully decorated, with a fair amount of seating. I love how much natural light there is. I've visited over the course of several weekends, and it's always fairly busy. However, the line moves quickly. Service is speedy. The variety of drinks and pastries is incredible. The Indian-inspired pastries are so tasty. I highly recommend the gulab jamun croissant and butter chicken croissant. Their matcha is some of the best matcha I've ever had. The banana cream matcha is perfection - the cream top is fluffy and tastes just like banana. The matcha flavor is deep and perfectly sweet. Another delicious option is the lemon cream matcha. This is definitely a pricey option, but the food and drinks are worth it. Can't wait for my next visit!

I finally made it to Swadesi Coffee, and it absolutely lived up to the hype…read more I ordered the Lemon Cream Matcha, and it's officially one of my favorite matcha drinks in Chicago. The matcha is smooth and earthy, while the lemon adds a bright citrus flavor that somehow works perfectly without overpowering it. The house-made lemon cream ties everything together, making it refreshing, creamy, and perfect for summer. Beyond the drink, the café itself has a warm, welcoming atmosphere with beautiful design and plenty of character. It's the kind of place where you can catch up with friends, get some work done, or just enjoy a slow morning. If you're a matcha lover--or even if you're just looking to try something different--Swadesi Coffee is absolutely worth a visit. I'll definitely be back to work my way through more of the menu.