Service was super fast and friendly. I'm not sure if this place is still called crepe & bean or complete converted to a Brü Chicago but either way it's worth a try. The space is great for studying too. The menu has so many choices and easy to eat while working. The crepes come in an ingenious container that can unravel as you eat and keeps your hands clean, letting me type this review while still eating. The yuzu honey matcha was great. The matcha on top was strong. The honey and yuzu was refreshing. Lots of milk options available. Minimal matcha sediment over time too. read more

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Crepe & Bean is such a gem! Their crepes are always delicious, and I love that they serve BRÜ coffee. They also have some of the best smoothies around. My favorites are the Orange Line, Blue Line, and Green Line. They have a great selection of pastries, the service is always quick, and the staff is friendly. So glad to have them right in my building! read more

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Needed a quick caffeine boost before the driving home to the burbs. Got a latte and it was prepared quickly and tasty. Found a meter spot right in front which was great. Would like to try some of the seasonal offerings. read more

I had the banana Nutella crepe and added strawberries. It was absolutely delicious and came out relatively quickly. The store is quaint with lots of windows for great lighting. 10/10! read more

Crepe & Bean - Banana Nutella Crepe with Strawberries - Creperies Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Glad this isn't super close to me because I'd go broke. Got a really flavorful chai cinnamon brown sugar something or other drink (latte?) and a pear goat cheese truffle Crêpe with pecans (!!!) and now I want all of them. Also it's cute and stuff. Amazing. read more

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Amazing crepes in the city! All crepes are rice crepes so they are gluten free. The shop has a wide variety in menu items whether you're looking for something sweet or savory. We got the goat cheese pear & honey and the lox. It was a little messy so be cautious with kids but the shop gives you a paper holder to tear as you make it further in your crepe. They are all made to order too so prepare to wait an extra few minutes but worth the wait! The shop is being and cozy with free wifi if you wanted to pop open a laptop and get some work done. read more

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Absolutely love the Matcha here! I don't like my Matcha sweet and the standard is just earthy Perfektion! Also tried the mushroom blue cheese Crepe and it was really really good! A lot of people were here with their laptop to work, so it makes for the perfect Spot for a little lunch and getting some work done! read more

Really good crepes. They have some unique flavors that they do really well such as the crème brûlée that I really enjoyed. Their drinks are also really solid. Would definitely come back again and am jealous of anyone who can frequent this establishment. read more

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Right across from my office, stepped in on a whim and was pretty much floored by their chai. It is the right amount of steeped milk, with the melange of spices, and served with the perfect amount of sweetness. At some point, I'll try something else, but the chai is genuinely authentic. read more

Crepe & Bean is my go-to coffee shop downtown. It is tucked away in the lobby of Presidential Towers, so it took me a while to discover it, but I'm so glad that I did! The space feels relatively large for a downtown coffee shop, so I rarely have trouble finding a table to work from. The wifi is fast and the coffee is good. Their orange macchiatos and lavender lattes are amazing. I've had a few of their crepes, which are just okay. I find them to be a little bit messy and they don't stock forks/knives, so they're hard to eat. Pricing is on the high side, but on par with other coffee shops in the area. Service is friendly and they work quickly to get your order out to you. The whole place, including the bathrooms, is pretty clean and I love the cozy atmosphere. The playlist is usually pretty good and is never too loud, so it is a great place to work or hang out and read. They even have a little free library in the corner! read more

This is the second time that I have been to Crepe & Bean as I live in the West Loop. Sleek, contemporary coffee shop that is located int he Presidential Towers. I don't eat crepes very often, but these crepes are excellent! They are super soft, fluffy, and they have some great combinations. The California Breakfast had two eggs so it was extremely filling and it had extremely fresh avocado. The Banana Nutella crepe was loaded with Nutella and bananas so it was very sweet and had a ton of flavor. The crepes are messy and I think they need some better napkins as they have bar napkins (small that hold a drink). Coffee is pretty good overall. Prices are pretty average for Chicago and the staff is friendly. Overall, if you are a fan of crepes and coffee, you should definitely check out Crepe & Bean! read more

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Love the concept and the crepes were delicious! The cappuccino and latte were not bad but not amazing. The inviting space is connected to an apartment building, with a range of different size tables. I can see it being a good place for remote working or catching up with friends. Single occupancy bathrooms read more

Crepe & Bean - lox crepe - Creperies Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

We visited around noon on a weekday, and while it wasn't busy, it also wasn't empty. The atmosphere was comfortable, with some people working and others enjoying their meals. We both had delicious crepes, and they were surprisingly easy to eat. My friend noticed (too late for me) that the holder has a tearable section, making it even easier to eat without making a mess. I'll definitely be back! read more

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I live in the building so I am lucky enough to get to eat here pretty consistently. The food is ALWAYS delicious and the coffee is great. Specifically the caramel popcorn latte (sub oat milk) is the most innovative coffee recipe I've ever tried and it did anything but disappoint. The staff is superior as well. Always welcoming and willing to give recommendations. Lera recommended today's meal to me with enthusiasm and not only was she a pleasure to speak with but she was right on spot! Would recommend to anyone and everyone. read more

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We were in a hurry and in search of coffee and something light for breakfast. We are so happy we found Crepe and Bean. We love breakfast and what is better than breakfast that you hold in your hand? Yay!!! Breakfast in a crepe! We ordered the California Breakfast which came with scrambled eggs, cheddar and mozzarella cheese, spinach, and avocado all served in a freshly cooked crepe. This hand held breakfast delight was so tasty. All of the ingredients worked together for a fantastic breakfast flavor. We also had two of their lattes which were very refreshing. We really enjoyed our first stop at Crepe and Bean and will keep it in mind when we are in the neighborhood in the future and need a yummy breakfast. read more

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The kitchen does not open until 8am - big disappointment as I was looking forward to a crepe before work. Had to go somewhere else.

I was looking for a coffee shop in the loop and ran across Crepe & Bean. As the name implies, they have crepes and coffee, but they also have smoothies and smoothie bowls. Plus, the crepes include sweet and savory options. What's more, the savory crepes use halal meat. What more could one want? I had to check this place out. The interior is nice and spacious, and the ambience is relaxed. I like the decor, especially one of the paintings that I unfortunately didn't snap a photo of. Service was friendly. I decided on a spicy beef crepe and a cappuccino, although I would have liked to try a smoothie as well. The crepe was presented like a bouquet of flowers. Very cool. It was kind of hard to eat, though. The crepe itself was excellent, and it wasn't overly sweet or anything so it worked perfectly fine with savory fillings. As for the fillings, there wasn't much ground beef in there, but the little bit in there was quite tasty thanks to the sauce it was slathered in. Even though it was called spicy beef, it wasn't spicy at all. The matchstick carrots and red onions were nice, but unfortunately the bulk of the filling was lettuce. I mean, it's a good way to get your greens, but I also like my protein. The cappuccino was excellent. It had a nice, thick layer of foamed milk on top. Most places simply cannot get that right. It could be that some baristas simply aren't trained properly on using the wand, or other shops don't have very good machines. Crepe & Bean got it right, so the foam was very satisfying. All in all, a very nice lunch, coffee, or snack spot if you're in the loop. read more

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Found this spot because it was close to Union Station. My friends got the savory crepes and those looked really good, but I got an acai bowl because it was hot out. I like mine with as much fruit as possible, but there wasn't much choice on the menu. This is the first one I've had with cashews on top, which I wasn't a big fan of. Otherwise it was fine. This place is pretty nice inside with plenty of seating. If I lived nearby I'd definitely visit often to study or something. read more

Crepe & Bean - Açaí bowl - Creperies Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Okay, so I've been making & eating crepes all my life. I also practically NEVER leave reviews for anyone. This place, however, just completely (and unexpectedly) shocked me with the best filled crepe I've ever had in my life. My partner and I were rushing to Union Station to catch a train, and needed a quick place to grab a bite -- only requirement being some vegetarian options. My partner got the California Breakfast crepe, I got the Lox crepe. Both were under $14. I doubted one portion would be enough for me after a missed meal, but decided I'd have this crepe and then order another later if I'm not full. The person at the counter was sweet and attentive, ready to give recommendations, and fairly sure we will *not* need extra portions. Hm, I thought, that's mighty confident. Turns out: they were right, I'll probably be full til next morning. Let's get to the meal: Presentation - *chef's kiss*. The crepe was in a funky plastic bag with handles, put in a cup for stability I presume. Honestly, I don't think it needed the bag, and I'd prefer to have a meal without plastic all over it. But since it's quick affordable food on a quick journey, I can't really complain. Flavors: the salmon was perfect, not too salty. The sour cream/whatever spread was FANTASTIC. Little bits of dill completed the flavor. The crepe itself was great: chewy enough, but soft enough, and most importantly -- it had actual flavor to it (a rare occurrence in the U.S.). Now, I'm really weird about avocados. A touch of those lil black dots, or some minor stringiness, and I won't eat it. This avocado was perfect. Speed: I've gotta say, it took about 15-20 minutes to make both crepes for us (they were still working on another order when we ordered). But holy crepe it was totally worth it. Space: the restaurant itself is nicely and simply decorated. There is a HUGE green velvet couch (we were too slow to snag it), and at least a pair of big velvet chairs with foot stools (I'm not kidding!!) where we eventually ended up sitting. The music playing was somewhere in the vicinity of Europop, which made me miss home. Conclusion: I wish I could come here every single week, because there are about 18 more menu items that I'd like to try immediately -- but alas, I simply do not have that much space in my stomach. Thank you, Crepe & Bean! P.S. Oh, my partner's California Breakfast was also delicious. He kept wondering if there's some secret bacon hidden in it (there wasn't), and after I tried a bite of the crepe-- I understood what he meant by saying "the egg is sort of... magically fluffy, and the spicy mayo! Oh my god!" read more

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The coffee was great and the service was good. Definitely recommend if you want a quick bite to eat and a good latte.

I paid nearly eight dollars for the worst chai latte I've ever had in my life, which is impressive. It tasted like a great dane's backwash.

Best Savory crepe I have ever had, I ordered the chicken teriyaki, I also ordered the mascarpone with berries for dessert and it was also very good, pretty packaging when you get it to go. read more

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I was pretty excited to grab a breakfast crepe while in town. Was greeted by a fantastic friendly employee who definitely made anyone that walked in feel welcome. Unfortunately the crepe was pretty tough to eat and was falling apart. Good flavor but just tough to eat as designed. Espresso was great read more

It's very cute and aesthetic however the food is nothing to write home about. My friend and I got the chocoholic and I got the mango strawberry crepe. However my other friend got the strawberry matcha crepe and it tasted like fish food. I am usually a fan of all things matcha but there was so much matcha it was practically inedible. The crepes were also cold and arrived after 10 minutes of waiting. I feel like you should come here if you enjoy aesthetic over taste. read more

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A lovely space with excellent service. The blue cheese and mushroom crepe was delicious.

I highly recommend Crepe & Bean for the smoothies and amazing/excellent atmosphere with great music!

Cute place to grab a drink! The cashier helped me pick something out when I wasn't sure what to order as well. I recommend the turmeric ginger spiced tea! read more

Food was delicious, service speed could be improved, ambiance relaxing. I ordered a crepe with turkey bacon, eggs, spinach, cheese. It was perfectly seasoned. I also ordered a brown sugar cinnamon drink, too much cinnamon for me, returned the drink. Then ordered a lavender lemonade, tasted good but tasted like carbonation in the drink, and I cannot have carbonation. So if you can I would recommend the drink. read more

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I have never seen such service before. We just ordered two crepes, and then the cook girl went out of the kitchen and told us she was too busy, so we cannot order anything. There were maybe 10 people around and a half of them got their orders already. We were not in rush, so they could offer us to wait for a bit. We were trying to order coffee at least, but they didn't even want to listen to us, just said goodbye. What's going on with your staff? read more

Great staff! Great Food and milkshakes! Very pleased with atmosphere and staff and overall great experience with food.

Forgot my order. Served about 10 people that ordered after me before i had to ask where my coffee was. They said they didn't know if someone took my coffee when i asked, then they said they don't think my order "registered" even though i got charged. Was not offered any accommodations. Was late to work partially due to this situation. Overpriced and bad coffee. read more

Conveniently placed for me as a resident in the building. Great service, and also great food!

I absolutely love the place and the coffee! There's an amazing staff here who are always so warm and welcoming. My only issue is the lids for the iced drinks are so bad! Half my drink spills through the lid before I make it home. I just beg for new lids please! Otherwise 10/10 love this place! read more

Amazing food and service great vibe in there. It's kind of messy though. My kids loved it and so did I.