Such a beautiful coffee shop & cafe! We decided to grab breakfast here on my last day in Chicago. I chose a chai latte along with a Nutella & banana croissant. Delicious! Cafe is on a near street, with a bookstore across the way, and a wine bar next door. Will definitely visit again! read more

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Very beautiful with chandeliers and elegant walls. We were greeted by a friendly cashier who just moved to Chicago from sunny San Diego. I got a lavender latte, and my mom got a strawberry latte. They were both a bit sweet, but the lavender latte was pretty good. A lot of people camp out with their computers, and there are outlets and free wi-fi. But it's also great to chat and talk with people. read more

This place lives up to the Instagram hype! The art deco interior stands out with a whimsical tropical nod. I ordered a latte and the pesto egg sandwich and the biscuit was melt-in-your-mouth fluffy and the vintage dishes add such a cute presentation! Also had to grab the walnut cake to-go as the bakery selection looked amazing. Service was super quick and friendly despite the crowd! I also liked their weekend screen-free (laptops/tablets) policy so tables opened faster and it felt more community oriented. read more

Cafe Deko - Pesto egg biscuit - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Good food and drinks and a gorgeous place to have them. Upbeat music, great place to hang out. Attentive service. read more

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Saw this online as rated exceptionally and wasn't disappointed. The inside is decorated so nice and service was fast. My iced later was not weak on flavor! read more

While waiting for my passport appointment this morning, I figured it was the perfect time to find a vibey café and get some work done. Naturally, I turned to Yelp and decided to take a flyer on a spot that didn't have the best reviews but looked intriguing. Well...plot twist. When I got to the end of my GPS route there was absolutely no sign of this café anywhere. No signage, no storefront, nothing. Maybe it was tucked inside one of the surrounding buildings, but after a few minutes of wandering around like a confused tourist, I realized it was time to pivot. And what a pivot it was. I looked across the street and spotted Cafe Deko, and from the moment I walked in I knew I'd stumbled into something special. The vibes are immaculate. Think beautiful Art Deco décor, sparkling chandeliers, and marble high-top tables that practically beg you to sit down, open your laptop, and pretend you're a sophisticated writer working on your next novel. I ordered a lavender honey latte, but then I noticed the pastry case and everything changed. Guava cream cheese croissant? Say less. I grabbed a marble table and before I could even finish setting my bag down, my latte and croissant were ready. Both were fantastic. The latte was smooth, lightly floral, and perfectly balanced, and the croissant was flaky, buttery, and packed with that sweet-tangy guava cream cheese goodness. Cafe Deko may not have been the café I was originally looking for, but it was 100% the café I needed today! Sometimes the best finds aren't the ones you planned. If you're looking for great coffee, delicious pastries, and a spot with serious aesthetic energy, don't sleep on Cafe Deko! read more

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So pretty In here! I reallly wanted to try the pastries but I was too full at the time of my visit. I loved the decor and the color scheme and all the beautiful chandeliers. Service was kind. I got the matcha iced latte basic and no sweetener- my usual- and I enjoyed it. Really hit the spot and gave me the boost I needed. I do recommend. read more

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This is a beautiful coffee shop and I'm so happy I stopped in. The server who took my order was so chipper and friendly and he truly helped set my mood for the day. I ordered a sunrise bagel sandwich and it was very good. I think I'd go a little lighter on the garlic aioli because it was potent! My chai was delicious. The place is so swanky, you'll feel glamorous enjoying your morning cup of Joe here. There is some parking here, along Dearborn, but not much. I'm not usually this far south of Jackson but I'll be happy to swing by when I'm around. read more

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Cafe Deko is more than an insta-friendly cafe! I loved the coffee there and the baked goods are yum! Their signature coffee is the Freddo Cappuccino which is iced so find the right temperature to enjoy that in Chicago! But.. it's a perfect Saturday morning hang. What's better... it's right across a bookstore so you can get a book and enjoy a quiet morning- people watching and book reading! read more

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Cafe Deko is my favorite little coffee house in Chicago. The coffees there are simply amazing. Nothing more need be said. read more

Cafe Deko - Latte perfection - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Such a cute and cozy place with great coffee and delicious food. We tried the turkey and caprese sandwiches - both were fresh and very tasty. The interior is absolutely beautiful and creates a lovely atmosphere to relax and enjoy your time. Highly recommend Cafe Deko for a nice coffee break or casual meal! read more

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Intimate cafe with tons of character and amazing coffee. My iced vanilla latte was delicious and served up quickly read more

Cafe Deko - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I had the best experience at Cafe Deko! What a wonderful place to visit first thing Saturday morning, the cafe was vibrant and bustling, fantastic ambiance to catch up with friends or read a book. Obviously, the interior design speaks for itself. I'm obsessed. The barista was very sweet and helpful when I asked what they recommend for a hot, sweet coffee. I went with their suggestion of a hot latte with oatmilk (boo for the nondairy milk upcharge though) and vanilla syrup "for here" and wow was that the right choice! As someone who almost exclusively prefers cold beverages for taste, this latte just hit it out of the park. It was legitimately one of the best coffees I've ever had. While there is a ton of seating for the size of the space, it's a popular spot so it might be tough to guarantee seating for large groups at peak hours. I also appreciated the coat rack, and two large private bathrooms they have available. Overall, I highly recommend visiting, I'd love to come back to Cafe Deko! read more

Cafe Deko - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I saw this cafe was a must in the city and decided to give it a try! When I entered it was a bit crowded but I received prompt and friendly service. The inside was still decorated for Christmas, and very festive. I have recently gone on a matcha crave and was very disappointed. Matcha is a powdered drink, but you could definitely tell with this one, as it did not go down smooth. I don't think the barista even mixed my drink as there were clear clumps of matcha and poorly mixed milk. I don't think I would come back as this was very disappointing, and hopefully the proper time and care is taken when preparing someone's drink in the future. read more

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I am always drawn by this place because of the interior and what people say about it. I have been to the location in Lincoln Park and I had a good experience but I just have to say that the matcha here is terrible. It's appalling to charge $7 for the quality and keep this on the menu. I gave it a fair shot and tried both hot and iced on separate days both sweetened and unsweetened.. It's fair to say that I will never return here. read more

A super cute cafe in the South Loop! I especially love the mural/painting on all the walls and the chandeliers. They have a variety of pastries in the case and a handful of sandwiches. The coffee menu has the usual items. You order at the counter and they bring you your order to the table. Staff was nice and clear your table as well. I give it four stars because some food were good while others were average, and it could get crowded. I definitely recommend you check it out if you have never been but I don't think this will be my regular cafe. read more

Cafe Deko - Cheese Danish with drip coffee and latted with crossiant sandwich with fruit - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Ugh. I think I mentioned this before. I'm so glad that this location/coffee shop is getting the love from the Publix/social media but honestly social media is ruining everything. I arrived on a Friday afternoon probably close to 4 PM and it was full. That's great. However, my issue is at least 80% of those people have computers out working. I know some coffee houses are starting to restrict us a little bit which I appreciate because I'm not always going to a coffee place to work. I'd like to just sit and relax and enjoy a beverage and perhaps a pastry. It took a few minutes to find a seats and once it was closer to 5 o'clock, most everybody left and it was probably a third full. Service was very friendly and helpful. My drink was promptly made and was delicious. I opted to have an iced mocha. And because I wasn't sure if I was staying, I requested it to go cup, which was fine. It has very cool art deco vibes and it's just a beautiful space. It's easy to get to with public transportation and there is some parking. Reasonably priced overall again I don't wanna sound like a total complainer, but I just wish that some people who are working on computers don't end up staying there all day monopolizing the seats. It's great if they're purchasing drinks and beverages and food all day. read more

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It was so nice that I went twice. Cafe Deko was another business that was walking distance from my hotel. Yelp didn't let me down when I searched coffee shops in the area. I loved the whole ambiance of this place; the decor was terrific and definitely gave the whole Art Deco vibe. The first time I came by, they had just opened for the day so I got the whole place to myself for a few minutes. The staff was friendly and my latte was made just right. The second time I came, it was really busy, with almost every seat taken. I was able to snag a seat at the bar, though, and enjoy my drink there. This was one of the nicest cafes I've been to, so I highly recommend you stop by and soak in the vibes while you enjoy a cuppa. read more

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Highlights: the whole experience! The baristas are friendly (shout out to the gentleman who is regularly taking orders for being so kind and giving great recs) , the food is exceptional, the coffee is yummy, and the atmosphere is beautiful!!! This cafe has become my go-to coffee shop even though it's not super close to my apartment. Note: During the weekend, Cafe Deko is laptop/tablet free zone. Also, I cannot recommend the chocolate eclair enough! read more

Cafe Deko - Just a girl enjoying a coffee and scone - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Definitely on the map because of social media and the aesthetic, but I don't know that I'd say it's worth trekking for the hype. The coffee is great! But the breakfast sandwich is rather forgettable. Be prepared to wait a bit for a spot to sit, just since it's crowded, not because there isn't a lot of seating. read more

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We were so excited to try this place and the decor truly lived up to the hype but the food did not. I didn't get a photo of my chai tea but it was good just too much sugar. My friend and I each got the strawberry banana smoothie, though my friend added blueberries to hers. They were refreshing but flavorless. Unfortunately the sweet chili turkey sandwich was also kind of flavorless, now that I'm looking at it on the menu again, I'm confused why all we could really taste was honey mustard, lettuce and turkey. The chipotle chicken sandwich was thank goodness a winner, as we spent over $60 for so much mediocre or worse food. We thought the place would be packed but it was not and mostly all tables were full with people working. read more

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TL; DR: Great chai latte and place to hang on the weekend Great spot to stop in, enjoy the decor, and have a screen free environment on the weekends. Another perk is going across the street and visiting the bookstore after a little caffeine intake. read more

Wow, what a cafe...The ambiance looks straight out of the 1920's, the service was fast, and the coffee/smoothie was top notch. If you're in Chicago and need a spot downtown for coffee, check this place out. read more

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Swung by Cafe Deko for a quick coffee and some light bites with a couple of friends. Upon entering, I was left in awe of the ambience. Very art deco and impressive! We have to order at the counter and they bring your order to you. I got an iced latte and some orange cake with icecream. The latte was decent, nothing special there. The orange cake though!!!! Omg! It was so delish! The vanilla icecream complimented it well! The cake was dense and decadent with a nice citrusy tartness, exactly what I needed on a hot summer afternoon. I would totally be back, mainly for the photo ops and the orange cake! read more

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This has to be the cutest coffee shop. I felt like I had stepped into a Parisian cafe. The ambiance and decor are top notch. I visited on a Saturday afternoon and the place was buzzing. Although they were really busy, I was still able to find street parking right in front. The line was long but moved fast. I was worried that I wouldn't find a place to sit, but people were quick and were leaving at a nice pace and I was able to find a table rather quickly. I had a caramel latte with oat milk and a breakfast sandwich. My order came out pretty quickly so no complaints there. The latte was just ok in my opinion. It wasn't anything special and was more reminiscent of hot chocolate than espresso. The breakfast sandwich was quite tasty on the other hand. My experience was solid and I will definitely be back to try another drink and enjoy the beautiful atmosphere. read more

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I was on a semi-spontaneous trip to chicago, and of course had to try a new coffee spot. Cafe Deko immediately grabbed my attention, but pictures don't do it justice. It's truly a gorgeous, art deco paradise. The vibes are immaculate. I ordered coffee and some treats which were as good as they look, and made myself comfy. This is clearly a hot spot with a constant stream of customers, and for good reason. If I lived here I'd be a regular. read more

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Pretty spot with good coffee. The breakfast options are limited but it'll do. Service is friendly. This isn't a spot where you post up and work on your laptop. Being on a device isn't recommended inside. There are about 8-10 2-seater tables plus seating at the counters along the windows and a couple sofas. It's a nice neighborhood spot. read more

I just moved to the area and was eager to check Cafe Deko out! While waiting for my friend, I ordered a vanilla latte and their chocolate croissant. After sitting down for less than 2-3 minutes, my coffee was ready and shortly after the croissant was brought to me. If there's something I love, is a croissant that's properly filled and distributed with said filling. And this was it. On top of it looking beautiful, it was truly delicious. Also, they had a sign that on holidays they do "screen free" from tablets and laptops and I thought that was really cool (for context, I stopped by on Memorial Day). Even better, people were engaging with one another instead of their screens! It was a lovely, local coffee shop vibe and I can't wait to go back and try their breakfast and lunch menus. read more

Cafe Deko - Chocolate croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Fantastic local coffee shop with great coffee! I had a delicious smoked salmon bagel, as well, and staff was warm. Lots of space to get a little work done, as well. read more

Cafe Deko has beautiful aesthetics, and very different for a typical 'cute cafe' vibe. It's more elegant and explicit. The Cappuccino was just perfect! We also tried the Caprese sandwich, which was yummy. The service was pretty quick too. A great spot for a date or to hang out with friends. read more

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This coffee shop was popping on my feed every time I look for Chicago coffee recommendations! I'm so glad I came because the aesthetic lived up to the hype. It's a small sized shop, so the waiting area was a bit of a squeeze. Everyone was bustling and moving fast though. I asked for a sticker, and the employee found one in the back for me that was just a regular cup sticker, but I cherish it for journaling!! My coffee was also verrryyyy delicious. I got a latte with oat milk, pleasantly well balanced. read more

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The environment on Saturday afternoon warmed my soul! Today's a gloomy day and this Freddy Cappuccino with my book is brightening the day. I didn't know whether I wanted to get my typical Flat White or try something new. The lovely woman that took my order recommended the Freddy and I'm glad she did. The espresso provided a good pull and the foam on top was thick and smooth. If you like sweeter drinks, then definitely add some sugar. I'll be coming back for sure. read more

Cafe Deko - Freddy Cappuccino - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Really liked the vibe at this cafe. I saw many people describing it as a European style and I felt like that they might just be basing it off of the decor but it really does give off that feel. The drink menu is pretty standard with a few offerings that are hard to find other places but it also doesn't try to make you pay a premium to enjoy these. The cafe freddo options stood out to me but I ended up going with an iced mocha because I thought I was just going to grab and go and was feeling more thirsty but one of the little tables looked so cozy that I ended up sitting down and enjoying my drink for a little while. I only got the drink but the pastries all looked good and the sandwiches and other food items I noted others eating around me all seemed to be well made. Staff were very friendly and service was quick. I also liked that even though I got there past 5 there seemed to be no push to get the still half-crowded place empty before they closed at 6. read more

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My oh my! This is by far my favorite latest addition to the neighborhood. It's absolutely gorgeous! Want to visit every single day! I stopped in for lunch with a friend earlier this week. We have been long awaiting this spot to open. And it didn't disappoint! The longer you sit and look around the more detail you notice. I love all the decor and gold accents. They really put so much thought and effort into this. The wall paper is to diiiie for and the wall sconces..?! Cmon!! So cute! There is ample seating, but it does get full. We lucked out on a small table for two. But there is an assortment for high top/bar seating, couches, and small tables. They have Breakfast and lunch(sandwich) menu and a solid beverage menu. The lattes are fantastic and I really enjoyed my chipotle chicken sandwich (with crisps on the side). Their serve ware is of course-- so cute too! I will likely walk here each time because it's so close, but if you're driving, parking is sparse around here, as it's Printers Row. Not impossible, but definitely not easy. I would recommend public transportation. If you are reading this and haven't visited yet... Definitely stop by soon to take in the beautiful site. read more

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Amazing cafe in Printers Row! Friendly and efficient staff and the Cortado is a perfect blend of excellent espresso and milk, the interior space feels like you are in Europe, one of the nicest I have reviewed! Grab a coffee and pastry and enjoy the atmosphere!! Pro Tip: Saturdays sling printers row there is a great framers market with local businesses! read more

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Christmas decor Cozy coffee shop I love it my fav capuchino, flat white ,hot coco ,croisantl and lunch items all good and service on point happy hollidays all read more

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This shop was so fancy inside! The coffee was great! They had dairy free options as well. read more

A gorgeous cafe with yummy pastries and coffee! I stopped by this place with some friends from out of town and we all loved it. Quick service and ample seating with a quick turn around. I will be back next time I'm in Chicago! read more

Cafe Deko - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Fabulous place! I've never seen a coffee shop decorated in such a gorgeous way, no inch was spared, pure 1920s Maximalism! Beautiful place. The coffee was great as well, and I got a lovely Caprese sandwich. Really loved this place! Would recommend to all. read more

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Ambiance (5/5): I LOVE the ambiance here, it's very England vibes, love the blue wallpaper and great business even though it's new!! A bit loud in here, so may be difficult to work here without headphones but the vibes are amazing! Coffee (4/5): Coffee itself was pretty good but nothing out of the ordinary. They had two specialty items as well including a maple cinnamon latte. read more

Cafe Deko - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois