Really good breakfast burrito and amazing coffee. They roast the beans right on site. They also…read moremake their own syrups. In the summer they host a group that sells heirloom seeds. We love Perkolator!

I stopped by Perkolator Coffee in Portage Park for a scheduled work meeting at 9am. Surprisingly,…read moreit was already very crowded for a Wednesday morning, which made it a little difficult to find a comfortable place to sit. The space itself is pretty small and the tables are also on the smaller side, so it's not the easiest spot if you're trying to have a meeting or spread out to work. I ordered a latte, which was really good nice and strong, exactly how I like it. I also tried a breakfast sandwich. It was decent but pretty average, and I did feel like it was a bit pricier compared to similar coffee spots. The staff was friendly, which always helps the overall experience. Parking can be a challenge though since you have to rely on street parking in the area. Overall, it's a solid neighborhood coffee shop and I would come back, but it's probably not my favorite spot if I'm planning to meet someone or need a little more space.

You need to go here! A plethora of wonderful things about this place ---where do I start -- OH…read more--THE FOOD--AWESOME! BEST breakfast ever! So far tried fluffy, generous omelettes, Benedict's, stuffed french toast!! YUM! My picky uncle (the breakfast connoisseur) comes from Des Plaines to eat here. Said they have the best Benedicts he ever had. Also the Acai and mango ssmoothies, white chocolate & Pistachio latte --soooo good! BEST VEGGIE BURGER EVER! (homemade - NOT frozen) The decor is adorable and inviting - some tables can fit huge families, clean, modern bathrooms and friendly service! Love the music! Been there many times ----the owner stops by to check on customers - love it! Now go and ENJOY! :)

My friend and I are always looking for brunch places that are midway between us and stumbled upon…read more5800 N. The website doesn't really do the menu justice, it's kind of hard to read. That said, there are so many options, particularly for this vegetarian and egg hater. Pro tip: Make a reservation! The place had a solid wait from the time we arrived until we left. Service was ok, spotty at bits, but I also attribute it to the place being busy. We had to ask a second time for some missing items. To eat, I got the berry crepes and a side of hash browns with cheese. My friend got the eggs Benedict with a side of pancakes. The crepes were very good, but I preferred the bites without the berry mascarpone filling. The side of pancakes my friend got was huge, this would be plenty as a main. They are very good at accommodating larger parties, but do wait to seat you until your party is all there.

This cute coffee shop has developed a lot more since I last visited. They have a community bulletin…read moreboard, local art on the walls, and a decent grab and go section. On this particular weekday morning, they had a great looking selection of donuts I sadly resisted, along with some other pastries. My boyfriend had the oatmeal cookie latte and I got the ginger snap latte. While tasty, the coffee flavor itself wasn't super strong, but overall the drinks were yummy. The vibe in here is quaint and bright, with different seating options. Would be a good spot to work from! Due to its convenient location and parking lot, I will definitely visit again!

Wanted to love this place since it has such good reviews. Or maybe I just ordered the wrong things?…read more I ordered the oatmeal cookie latte and a vanilla mint matcha from their season menu for my husband. Both drinks tasted very watered down. Not to mention the matcha was not good at all. When the barista handed it to me, I could already tell by the color that it wasn't going to be good. It just tasted like watered down vanilla milk. No matcha taste at all. Pro - they do have a parking lot in the back.

Stumbled upon this cafe after a day of thrifting and it is so adorable and cozy inside! The walls…read moreare covered in art and little touches that show the owner really cares about this place. We got the chilaquiles breakfast burrito and the green salsa that comes with it is a MUST! Absolutely delicious!!! We also got the homemade cheddar butter biscuit and it was fluffy and so cheesy! Would be delicious toasted! I got the iced horchata latte and it was covered in cinnamon and very tasty. The counter attendant was a little brisk and rushed us a bit as we were ordering but otherwise she was very kind. Would be excited to come back!

Food was really good albeit expensive, not surprisingly priced though. The cheddar biscuit was…read moresuper good!

Small space with tons of character, as soon as you walk in your immediately taken into old world…read morecharm with a splash of NOLA. At night it could easily double as a vampire hangout. Had the banana foster latte it tasted like cappuccino. The beignets are excellent. The handmade traditional meat pie(empanada) was fine the remoulade sauces makes a difference. But really the food is secondary this place is cool AF!!! Worth a visit.

I had seen this place come across my Yelp and social media suggestions. Hearing it was a…read moresouthern-style cafe, I was really excited! Reviews have been really positive, so I hate to be a downer, but to me it was only OK. Solid, but a solid OK. The food was good. Service was fine. Coffee was fine. The theme of the place felt a bit all over the place for me, but coffee and food are much more important than theme. There's a ton of coffee shops in the area I'm still exploring. I'm not dying to go back, but I also wouldn't mind ending up there again.

Caesar and his son offer a unique dining experience. The…read morefood it great but the value is in the experience, Caesar is informative, entertaining and charming. The menu is straight forward. Their selection of unique teas is the best in the State. The location is quite intimate with the location only allowing for six small tables, yet they always seem to find you a comfortable spot. Don't leave without trying their gelato. The wild berry is the best outside of Rome. Enjoy!

You can't rush greatness, and this restaurant has it all. From the time you walk in, the…read morehospitality is unequivocally personal. The setting of the restaurant is relaxing and a perfect place to have a coffee and conversation. The pierogis are hand made with care and cooked to perfection, they even sell them frozen to go. Caesar's coffee taste amazing and is the most delicious coffee in the city. It contains an espresso made with Belgium chocolate, delicious and no crash. I highly recommend Caesar Pierogi.

Sipping Turtle Cafe was truly just a mediocre experience. I visited the coffee shop around 10 am on…read morea Thursday with a friend and there were only 3 other customers inside. The shop is sparsely decorated but seems to be a real staple in the community, which felt special to visit as an outsider. My friend and I both ordered egg and goat cheese bagel sandwiches. I ordered an iced lavender matcha and my friend ordered a cappuccino. The sandwiches were made with boiled eggs, which felt extremely odd. The egg type was not clarified on the menu, but I feel like for a breakfast sandwich to include a boiled egg instead of a traditional fried or scrambled egg, that should be disclosed to customers with some sort of expectations. My friend said the cappuccino was "just like every other cappuccino I've ever had." The lavender matcha really just tasted like a regular matcha. It was good but not much lavender flavor! Our food also took a bit to come out, despite the coffee shop being empty (only one other person already dining when we came in) and what we ordered. It looked like there were only two workers. I personally wouldn't visit Sipping Turtle Cafe again, unfortunately. There are a lot of other great options around that satisfy me more.

A great spot with a great vibe! We didn't try any of the food, so I can't speak to that, but it was…read moresolid drip coffee and cold brew and friendly service. It seems like a great neighborhood spot - very welcoming!

this place is adorable and I had such a lovely time here with my friends. they have a vast…read morecollection of different games and it's clear that the games are the real mvp. their staff is really knowledgeable, can recommend games based on what you're looking for and explain the rules. they also check the games and make sure they're complete and neatly sorted before returning them. the food and drinks were great too! very reasonably priced cocktails and yummy food. if you love plantain and games, this is for you!

Decided to look for a game night and quick meal and Stay & Play fit the bill…read more When you enter the building, you'll be greeted by a host, who will sit you to a wooden table or booth. The building is decorated nicely with paintings hanging on the walls and other walls have shelves filled with games. If you would like to play a game, it is $5 per person. Games- The games are organized alphabetically with featured shelves for two players games and Hispanic artists because this is Hispanic Heritage month. Food- I ordered the house special sandwich, a Jabanito. On this sandwich, the buns are replaced with tostones. It was an average size sandwich cut in half containing a decent amount of lettuce, tomatoes, and meat. I felt the sauce was on the lighter side as some bites would have sauce, but not consistent throughout. Additionally, the cheese on the sandwich was an American single, which did not fit the flavor profile.

Quiet spot for made-to-order Italian dishes. The bar is open until 9 PM. Traditional Italian, cash…read moreonly neighborhood eatery.. Come on in!

Walked in for a coffee stayed for amazing conversation with Nina the owner. She has an absolutely…read moreamazing story. If you're lucky you will get to hear it. Ended up going in 2 more times. Once for dinner. Once for an espresso. The food is like it came from your nonnas kitchen. The place is a blast from the past. An inexplicable feeling of home. Like being home in the Bronx in the 80's.