I really enjoyed the customer service at this establishment. I was greeted as I came in followed by…read moremannerisms that made me feel welcome. The drinks were also cool and refreshing especially on a hot day, perfect place to grab a drink during downtown events. 10 out of 10 for me.

Stumbled in this cute coffee shop today. Good coffee & delicious treats that are made on site. If…read moreyou're into it they also have Cbd add ins & offer their drinks & treats with or without dosing. Check it out!

This place is lit!…read more The barista know their stuff, are friendly and kind, and are great conversationalist (when you want it). Walt, the owner is exceptional; he shows passion in everything he does and it's clear he cares deeply about his establishment. I have enjoyed several different coffee drinks. The two I'd highlight as perhaps the most original offerings in town are the Quest Coffee Latte (it's made with protein powder) and the hot nitro brew. I personally love the hot nitro. As far as food and snacks, they always have excellent locally sourced goods. I believe they pulling treats from Mama Inez, a local Hispanic bakery and also Scones and Doyles (European bakery). The final highlight I'll mention is the space; it's huge! This coffee shop sits across two store fronts. One side gives study room/university vibes, while the other is more of a traditional shop. So if you want a quiet study area, you have it. If you want the atmosphere of a fully alive coffee shop, you've got it!

Traveling through the area and stopped by on our way back down to the airport. It's hard to come by…read moregood coffee in these small towns and this one is 5 stars! The lattes were delicious, not too sweet and coffee had a nice flavor. We tried some banana bread that was nice and fresh as well. Lovely decor and ambiance with the historic building, plants, and lots of books. Definitely recommend if you're in the area!

Unfortunately, The Homestead is no longer at this location. It has moved to West Lafayette, IN. The…read morefood was excellent and it is sorely missed in the community.

Food is very good. Service could be a bit better, but overall is fine. Ambiance is great.read more

Came here to try something new....nice coffee shop with a comfy couch section, which is my favorite…read morefor a coffee shop. This place is expensive. I ordered a fall drink that wasn't even coffee and it was nearly $10. There's a tip jar and an option to leave a tip on the electronic payment, but they didn't even walk the five steps to bring my drink to the couch. Not sure what the tip was for. Probably wouldn't return.

Service was great, same as the ambiance. I tried an almond croissant & was tasty. It's a hidden gem.read more

Just keep going through the business complex to find this sweet spot at the tail end on the left…read moreside! Trust me, the coffee is excellent and you do not want to miss it. That being said, it is the cutest shop. It felt modern but cozy and not pretentious. A great spot to sit and sip some coffee with friends or clients. I wanted to get a real taste of the roastery and purchased the standard coffee with nothing in it! What a change for me, but totally worth it. The coffee was great. I even had the hubby try it (a normal person that uses milk in his coffee, ugh) and he said that he could drink it with nothing! WHAT! Yep, that is huge. PROS: Great parking Cute spot Great coffee/tea choices CONS: Difficult to find, GPS does not get you all the way there, keep going

This place wasn't in an obvious spot, so I'm glad I found it…read more My significant other and I walked inside. I checked out the menu on the wall. I liked how it was displayed. I went to the counter to order. I ordered an ESPRESSO. It was 3. I also ordered a DRIP. It was 4. My items were ready fast. We sat down at a table. The ESPRESSO packed a burst of flavor. I enjoyed it. The DRIP had a unique taste in my opinion. It made for a casual drink to sip on. I took the rest with me and enjoyed it shortly after. The service was to the point. I didn't have any issues. Overall, this place provided me with an excellent experience. I was impressed and I hope to go again someday. Date of visit: Jul 19 2025

Stafari West has been a staple for us when family comes to town and we want to show them some of…read morethe best of what Kankakee has to offer. The flavors of their food has been consistently spot on and fresh, the service prompt and friendly, The decor is welcoming, clean, and calming. It was refreshing to discover they offer non-alcoholic cocktails as an option. Their recent collaboration with Chef Karla and her popular smash burgers for the evening menu was a smart move. Chef Karla has built a reputation in Kankakee at various venues, most recently at the now closed 8 One Five. My favorite sandwich is the Arch Enemy with its familiar but upscaled flavors of a popular fast food staple. She consistently comes up with off menu specialty sandwiches. If you aren't sure what to put on your burger order it "the Chef's way" and prepare to be satisfied

What a great find in a smaller central Illinois town! Incredibly well decorated and very warm/cozy…read morevibe inside. The service was very kind and prompt, and it was clear that the staff cared about our whole experience. Came here while visiting my sister, and she claimed this is their favorite local spot for both breakfast AND lunch/dinner! It certainly did not disappoint. They had about 5 specialty coffee drinks on the menu (all holiday themed). We got two (one peppermint and one gingerbread), and they were presented beautifully. For food we got a few breakfast sandwiches, European pancakes, a banana peanut butter toast, and some sides of bacon. All of it was VERY good and nearly all of it (including their bread) was scratch made. My favorite item was their croissant sandwich... if the croissants were homemade this place would easily have been a 5. All accounted for, I cannot wait to return for dinner. Thank you!

Unfortunately the espresso machine was broke during my visit so I got a caramel cold brew it was…read morepretty good Cute atmosphere Servers and baristas were nice

Stopped in to get a quick iced latte. The place was crowded on a Saturday morning but they had…read moreplenty of people working. The latte came fast and it was good. Prices are reasonable and they have a nice outdoor seating area. They also have lots of merch including shirts, mugs, and plenty of coffee and tea options to bring home. A nice place to stop for a drink.

Amazing!!! I was stranded when I-57 closed, so got off at mile marker 293, which is right next to…read moreBeans & Barley Brews. These are truly amazing people, going way out of their way on kindness, hospitality, and service. And they go above and beyond to meet my hopes on selection for my snacking needs. And great wifi on top of this. Highly recommended!

Great stop off of I57!! When we arrived at 8AM for a quick breakfast on our journey, did Beans…read more&Barley Brews deliver! Enjoyed the B&G's, Mrs B's Banana Split, coffee and took a delicious raspberry white chocolate mocha for the road. The banana split was full of fresh fruit, homemade yogurt and homemade granola!! Great prices, very good service, super neat barn/country atmosphere and delicious!! A must stop next time we are in the area.

My first visit here I was very impressed with the service…read morefrom the girls they were super sweet Ordered a sugar free Carmel latte hot and a sugar free Carmel Frappe, they were good Then I looked over and saw the cranberry almond scone, and knew I just had to try it, that scone was absolutely delicious

What a cute inviting place and super friendly staff too! My friend and I loved our specialty drinks…read moreand it was so nice they worked patiently with me to modify mine a little bit to fit my dietary restrictions. I am from out of state but will most definitely return if I'm in the area again!