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    Damn Fine Coffee Bar

    4.4 (132 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea
    Closed • 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Outdoor seating
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    Savanna M.

    The Airbnb was about a 3-5 minute walk from this coffee shop so I decided to stop it. The two baristas were friendly and made my coffee upon arrival. The vanilla and caramel iced coffee was really flavorful and had a smoky flavor which I enjoyed. The donut was really good and I also ordered a blueberry muffin simply based off its looks! Really good and cute little spot.

    Ari L.

    Damn fine? No. Fine? Yes. Pretty average coffee spot. Good donuts. Coffee is just average. A coupe interesting drinks. Not a lot of room to sit. It's really just a grab and go spot. Staff is not friendly but also not unfriendly. This place is fine. Just not damn fine.

    Coffee+ donut in a bag
    Grant A.

    Was in the area so came in for coffee one morning. I should add still have a few more episodes to go of Twin Peaks before I finish the series. I got a coffee, not black as the night but with raspberry syrup. And added some half & half. Got a donut as well. Way down on Armitage there's a donut shop called Beacon where they get their donuts from. Coffee kept me alert. Donut nourished me.

    Umami marshmallow cappuccino with soy milk
    Presleigh R.

    Worth 5 stars for the umami mushroom cappuccino alone!!!! I don't usually like sweet coffee drinks so this is perfect.

    Ronit maple cayenne
    Nazia C.

    Small coffee shop on Armitage. I tried the Ronit maple cayenne latte which was delightful. There is no food but they had a selection of donuts. There is free wifi available and for seating they have a bar set up and two tables. There were a lot of people coming in and out so it's definitely a friendly neighborhood coffee shop.

    Raspberry Drip And Taos Bar
    Steve A.

    Came to get breakfast at this appropriately named coffee bar. Damn Fine Coffee is certainly correct. It has kind of a small menu, but they kick ass with all the selections. Funky cool atmosphere. The coffee isn't cheap but not extremely pricy like at a few places. An okay selection of cold and hot brews. It's about $4 for one of the flavored drip coffees. The Raspberry Drip has flavoring, and it doesn't taste like chemical fakeness. Get it cold or hot, or both. Just not that much besides coffee. A few pastries and bites. There's the Taos Baked Bars for about $2 each. Fun hipness in every cup. It has several non dairy milks. There's a few vegan snack bars and whatever.

    Kelsey N.

    Popped into Damn Fine Coffee Bar while I was exploring the neighborhood. For a Saturday afternoon, they were packed with patrons. I had fast service, it was clean and the staff were friendly. There was both indoor and outdoor seating. Appropriately named. I would definitely stop in again.

    a donut and a cup of coffee
    Lico J.

    A pro yet very friendly neighborhood coffee shop that serves good coffee and pastries. They don't roast their own beans but they've got a good selection of beans and a pro machine. We got a regular latte and a donut and really liked them. The latte was nutty, balanced and warm. Foam was slightly thick but the taste was impressive. The donut was very fluffy and yummy - not sure if they made them in house but I would recommend them!

    Lavender
    Miguel M.

    Good coffee and pastries to eat in or take out I like the lavender , vanilla and mocha latte

    Lovely communal space.
    Nancy Ann M.

    Great price and atmosphere. I stopped in for a late afternoon cortado and it did not disappoint. Pastries are available but I want there until 4 and missed them. Lots of electric available so you can sit and work while enjoying your coffee. Dog friendly! There are even treats and water available by the front door. Staff is friendly. I will return.

    No remanence of the donut!
    Joseph Q.

    Great spot down the street from my airbnb. Beautiful neighborhood to walk through in the summer of June 24'. Im on tour and have a show later today and couldn't have found a better experience. I also tried the chocolate caramel donut and it will be on my mind for awhile. Server was really chill as well.

    I visited this place six years ago and still think about it daily. What a little gem, everything was delicious. Even the vibes in the bathroom are haunting and beautiful. I can't wait to get back to Chicago for another visit. RIP David Lynch, your influence goes far beyond the realm of film.

    The bathroom picture hahaha

    This is a Twin Peaks themed cafe, but the coffee is 10/10!!! I had the pistachio latte and Coral was not only friendly and welcoming, but made the coffee so incredibly well!

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    the cayenne latte & chocolate glazed donut was bomb, had some caramel drizzle on top. Definitely worth the stop!

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    After a quick lunch nearby, my friend and I stopped by Ritual Coffeehouse for an afternoon coffee…read more They don't roast their own beans at Ritual, but they source from Counter Culture (which is a pretty much the Starbucks of third wave coffee). I got the 16 oz. iced latte which only comes with two shots of coffee, but I asked for an extra shot to be put in. The latte was fine. The espresso flavor was definitely very strong, but nothing unique or experimental. This is pretty typical of Counter Culture beans since they tend to stick to mainstream preferences. Overall, chill spot. The coffee is reliable, and the interior is cozy.

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