The food and coffee are absolutely delicious, I wish this variety was available more widely…read morethroughout the US honestly. The inside is extremely well taken care of and trendy, and the service is very efficient and direct. I loved every part of this.

My sister has been raving about the pistachio latte from here. I finally had it last week and, wow,…read moreamazing! So much better than Starbucks. My only gripe is the price. It is expensive! This is a once in a while treat.

one of the best lattes I've had in a long time. It was a drink that made my eyes roll back after…read morethe first sip because it's just that good. The coffee was smooth, rich, and I can't wait to come back! The shop itself is clean, comfortable, and welcoming, with plenty of seating if you want to stay awhile and enjoy the atmosphere. Definitely a spot you'll tell people hey you need to check out Sputnik!

Found this place by accident while I was in the area. It's got this cool coffee-brewery setup where…read moreyou can actually see how they make everything and the Russian space theme is a nice touch. Right up my alley. I got an almond croissant and a hot chocolate. The croissant came out warm, crispy on the outside, soft and flaky inside. The almonds made it even better, adding a crunch and nutty flavor in every bite. It's the small details that just makes the whole thing different. The hot chocolate was rich, creamy and it had an after taste that I couldn't figure out but it matched perfectly with the croissant. The guys working there (pretty sure they were the owners) were super friendly and easygoing. Only thing is, they take their time with the drinks but you can tell it's because they actually care about what they're making. Totally worth the wait. Perfect spot to slow down and start your morning.

A cozy coffee shop sitting on 95th Street in the business district of Oak Lawn. It was refreshing…read moreto see this coffee shop, most of the hospitality businesses here growing up were bars. It's a funky shop, with lots of seating (in and outdoors). A wide selection of coffees and bites. The ambiance feels like a trendy city coffee shop, which is great to have for us suburbanites! We like trendy and cool things, too! :) Our service and coffee were served and with smiles. I enjoyed this shop and my coffee.

Cork and Bean is such a nice place to study, but it's also a hidden gem for cocktail happy hour…read moredrinks! The service is friendly, the space is a lot bigger than expected, and the drinks are actually very nice. I came there without having tried their drinks, but I was genuinely surprised at how a supposed coffee shop made cocktail drinks. The only true negative I have of this place is that when I went they had forgotten to place my friend's order completely. I would've justified it if they were packed, but it was generally empty, and people who came in after us had already received their orders. Throughout the week, they also feature board game nights and mahjong, so I definitely recommend checking out their events! Overall, I would definitely come again, and I hope to explore their food menu as well!

I think that the term "hidden gem" is often over used. However, there are still some places where…read morethe term definitely applies. Dulce Cafe Cubano is most certainly one of them. This is a small sandwich shop on Chicago's southside making some amazing food. First, the food I excellent. I tried the jibarito, medianoche (similar to a cubano, but with an egg) and the tripleta. I liked all them, but my favorite was the tripleta. I loved that all of the flavors of the meats seemed to work together. Also do not skip out on their pastries and drinks. I especially recommend the frappe. Second their food is a great value. I believe that none of their sandwiches are more than $11, with many of their less than $10, and I think, most of, if not all, of their drinks are less than $5. You get a good bang for your buck here. Third, the staff is friendly and service is fast. You order at a window and wait for your food to be ready. I felt that my food was ready super fast and it was very fresh. In sum, this is a must visit hidden gem.

This place is great! I got a jibarito steak sandwich and my bf got a Cubano. Both sandwiches were…read moreso clean tasting. The jibarito was nice and crunchy and the steak was seasoned just right. The Cubano was great! Im always afraid to order it because ive had one taste like too much pork. This one did not taste too porky at all. To drink, we had a passion fruit juice and a watermelon juice. They were both so fresh! The passion fruit juice was just as sweet as you thought it would be. The staff was so friendly and they make sure you have what you need to enjoy your food.

I had a horchata cold brew. It was fabulous!! my only wish for this place is if there was better…read moreparking. Not THEIR fault.....Archer ave is rough!

As coffee spots go this wasn't to bad but remember cash isn't accepted. A selection of treats to…read morehave in the morning and decent selection of breakfast sandwich's. Overall I stop by again and grab a cup of joe.

Stumbled upon this quaint cafe and bar randomly the other day. The bartender was super friendly and…read morehelpful. The drinks were phenomenal! I would love to go again and try other cocktails from their menu.

This place gives off a welcoming neighborhood cafe and bar vibe. We stopped by to meet our friends…read moreand we were greeted upon entering the establishment. The food menu is limited and the drink menu is the star here. Service was personal and friendly here. We ended up staying only for a short time as our meeting destination changed. Iced espresso to go! Stop by if you have some time for a relaxing drink or coffee.

What sets this coffee shop apart is the over-the-top fin de siècle interior. The operators really…read moreput a lot of thought into the design. My out-of-town friends love it. It's cool, but if you're like me and like modern interiors or at least historically authentic spaces, this may not be your thing. This place is usually busy. Sometimes we can't find a seat and have to go elsewhere. When it's packed, the space can feel too rushed and noisy for us. It can be hard to converse or hard to just read and sip a cup for an hour. The coffee is more old-school, comforting, and predictable than you'd find at a third wave shop. I was disappointed with the last cup I had which tasted as though flavoring was added either to the beans or perhaps from a residual preparation. For a purist, this can be a let down. It's great that they offer a few pastries and light sandwiches, although they are a little pricey for the portions. The counter staff and baristas are usually very friendly.

Very good iced coffee needs nothing goes down smoothly…read more Staff is friendly and welcoming The place is busy but was happy to find a open seat outside

Yup it's Monday Morning in Chicago!…read more Freezing outside, but pure warmth inside at the Midway Starbucks on Cicero! Even with a massive rush (those drive thru's), this team is crushing it. Veronica ("Vero") is a total star--her charisma and ability to connect with everyone (including her teammates) in the chaos is amazing. Giving me all the genuine East Village NYC vibes from back home. Cheers! #Starbucks #Midway

Starbucks fan here and this store is a regular stop when we are visiting Chicago. Convenient to…read morehotels near Midway airport. Clean and friendly store. Nice size. Always welcomed when we enter and place our order. Orders have been delivered without any mistakes!

Cozy little spot with lots of cute stuff to purchase or just look at. The empanadas were light and…read morecrispy, filled just enough. The chicken sandwich had so much flavor. I am definitely going back. Always a pleasure to be acknowledged by the staff and they are so sweet.

Haven't seen many Puerto Rican restaurants on the south side, and this one is the only one in the…read moreMcKinley Park area. If you're looking for Puerto Rican food and in the area, it's a decent spot which is why it gets 4 stars. The Jibaritos were tasty and so was the arroz con gandules! I think the restaurant is a unique concept: it's a combination of a small Christian book store and a home-like cafe combined with a Puerto Rican restaurant. The menu is small. The servers are kind and bring the food quickly.

Last time I was at Midway, I had a craving for coffee and found myself at Big Shoulders Coffee…read more They had the usual trappings of a modern coffee shop - some pastries, all kinds of foreign-sounding beverage options. But they also had a plain old cup of black coffee to go. No frills, no weird names. A large black coffee, please. And it hit the spot - hot, dark, a little bitter, a little chocolatey. Exactly what I needed! Next time, I know exactly where to go at Midway for my daily brew. Big Shoulders might be the place for you, too!

This coffee station is in Midway airport in Course A by gate A19. I was standing in line to order…read moreand the employees were deep in their conversation talking away and not professional. Their conversation was more important than helping their customers. Eventually they engaged, but they never stopped talking. Talking and being loud and commenting on how nasty the items are in the case. If the items are nasty in the case, you should not be selling them to customers! And they are turning customers away suggesting other places in the airport. This place needs a manager to train their employees. Personal conversations are fine, but when a customer comes up, the personal conversations needs to stop while the customer is waiting in the area. And when there are no customers there are potential customers waiting on their plane, cussing is inappropriate at all times. Complaining and constant cussing coming from this business, stay away!