Pricey, paid $30 for 2 medium drinks and a slice of cheesecake. All very great.. so will definitely…read morebe back, this is a treat yourself type of spot. Now going on during ramadan, they have a BOGO deal in the evenings for refreshers. Good service, great environment, very calming and nice space.

I was looking for a place to chill and do some work so I dropped by Qamaria coffee!…read more The cafe itself was very spacious and clean and there's plenty of seating which was great. I tried the pistachio iced latte and it was so-so. Not super strong or flavorful, a bit watery and the staff wasn't super friendly but it was a good space to help me get some work done. I would like to try some of the other coffee items one day. They also had an array of pastries that looked absolutely divine and would love to try out next time.

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.

Came in for some coffee on a morning. The coffee was cold like I like it this time of year. It was…read morecertainly cold brew. I requested sugar and milk. Did the job of waking me up. I read a book while I was enjoying my coffee and when I looked up occasionally you can see a plane fly by because Midway isn't terribly far away.

This is my favorite coffee in oak lawn! It's so fresh and bold. I like my coffee simple, black with…read moreminimal cream. So those who do that well without all the extra stuff. That's a winner in my book. The workers are soooo friendly. Went there while working for FedEx with a delivery and on a very cold day they gave me a coffee on the house. The overall vibe is just a cool chill atmosphere! Definitely check this place out

Such a cute little space; nicely decorated and clean. The aroma of fresh coffee is very welcoming…read more Today was more of a tea day. Met up here with bestie after work. My first choice menu item was not available so I went with a delicious second option. The toast was spread with fresh mashed avocado, crispy bacon, chopped egg and peppery arugula. It hit the spot. This space makes really good drinks as shared by our happy table neighbors. They also have special events monthly and table games. Would love to visit again.

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 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.

Must visit ! A coffee shop with great food/drink AND who stands up for what's right !…read more Staff is always welcoming and give great recommendations like their Mazapan latte ! Make sure you stop by next time you're in town!

My husband and I stopped by A Cup of Joe hoping to enjoy a great coffee experience, sadly, that…read morewasn't the case. The place itself looks cool, with a stylish black and white aesthetic and a great logo (we loved the skull sipping from the cup). The space is large, though the tables are quite small, but that didn't bother us. What really brought our rating down to one star was the quality and service. We ordered an Americano, a latte, and a chocolate croissant. The shop was nearly empty, and most of the people there were already seated and drinking, so we expected a quick turnaround. Still, we patiently waited around 15 minutes. We're not even upset about the wait -- it happens -- but when we got our order, the croissant wasn't even warm (which should be the minimum at any coffee shop). Even worse was the coffee: flavorless, barely warm, and closer to bland flavored water than anything resembling a proper brew. We came in with good expectations but left dissatisfied and disappointed. Definitely not the experience we were hoping for.

Buttercup in the South Loop is an absolute gem, especially if you're even remotely into amaro. The…read moreselection is unreal, like the kind of list that makes you pause and realize you're about to learn something whether you wanted to or not. It's curated in a way that feels intentional, not just "we stocked a bunch of bottles." You can tell whoever built it actually cares. And shoutout to Axel behind the bar, because she is amazing. Friendly, dialed in, and genuinely knowledgeable without doing the annoying bartender thing where they make you feel dumb for asking questions. You can tell she really enjoys working here. She makes a fantastic Negroni. Great vibe, great drinks, and the kind of place you immediately want to make "your spot."

It's nice to have another coffee shop in south loop and this place is very cute! Cozy vibes and the…read moreservice is nice and fast enough. My friends and I each tried their specialty drinks and i got an everything croissant. We had high expectations because everything looked so good on the menu. Unfortunately none of us particularly enjoyed anything we got. All of our drinks just tasted like milk (both iced and hot options) and my croissant was oddly sweet because of the filling and I didn't love that. The pastries are actually being shipped in from elsewhere (they have exactly the same one in coffee shops out in Naperville too lol). Which leaves nothing special here. It's also very small so it gets crowded and swamped pretty fast. You're really constantly stepping out of someone's way when you're just waiting for you order, so that's not ideal either. Likely won't return.

Cafe Deko has become one of my go to matcha spots. The service is friendly and fast. I've had both…read morethe hot and the iced and they nail it either way, smooth, not bitter, and you can actually taste the matcha instead of it being drowned in milk and sugar like some other places. The vibe of this place is what really sets it apart though. Everything is so aesthetic, from the décor down to how they plate and serve everything. It's one of those cafes where you walk in and just want to sit down, take your time, and soak it all in. Great spot to catch up with a friend, get some work done, or honestly just sit and people watch for a bit. If you're a matcha person, you owe it to yourself to check this place out. I keep finding excuses to come back.

Beautiful inside with a classy coffee shop vibe. No computers are allowed on the weekends. Honestly…read moreit was nice to see people catch up with each other without heads buried under laptops. Coffee was solid, tried their vanilla latte. They have their own selection of food but didn't get a chance to try this time.

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!

Always great food and kind, welcoming people / service! I wish I had a job so I could go more often.read more

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.

Just got a chocolate chip cookie. Cashier was nice and helpful. Quick checkout. Clean. Fast serviceread more

They announced they have no breakfast sandwiches when I tried to order at 10 am. Others walked over…read moreand ordered a smoothie and they have no smoothies. My order they got wrong (they gave me an iced drink instead of hot) lady making it was complaining about coworkers and working hard while other lady was doing nothing. Evidently she called the manager on someone taking too long of breakers recently. . Remade drink was ok. Limited menu but not told until you order and talking so much messed up order. It's only thing at A15-19 but might be worth walking a bit.