The vibe here is great. Lively, a little cozy, and perfect for working or catching up with friends. The space felt really welcoming and inclusive. Service was great too. The guy helping us was really kind and checked if we had any questions. The drinks were really good flavor-wise, but they lean more smooth and liquid rather than textured. The hojicha had a nice cinnamony, nutty flavor, and the banana milk was really good because the espresso wasn't too strong so it leaned more banana matcha. I do wish there was something like a cold foam for extra texture, but overall I enjoyed both drinks. read more

Drip Collective - Hojicha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This is my first time going to the Drip Collective. I went on a Saturday for their R&B session. It was very packed and busy. The ambience gave city hipster, very stylish. The seating arrangements they have there are not functional. As you sit, bottoms will be in your face. They do have a few high seated bar areas, but those fill up pretty quickly. Other than that, I really liked the aesthetic of the place. I ordered the banana milk was decent. There was cocoa powder sprinkled on the top of it. It made the drink more bitter. The drink was a 3 out of 10 flavor wise. Wouldn't order it again. I would've preferred it to taste more like a sweet banana. The drinks there are over priced for the size you get. I paid $12 for my small drink. Not worth it. The baked goods that they had they smelled really good. Next time I go I will definitely be trying one. My experience at this place was decent. I'm looking forward to going back there when it's nice out. read more

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The matcha I had was very nice, had a very pretty ube layer and was very delicious. It was about $10 with tip but this is to be expected from Chicago coffee shops these days. The environment is expansive and filled with personality, the baristas were slightly standoffish but the drink made up for it. read more

The turon latte is fabulous. I'm not a big fan of bananas on its own but I love Filipino banana lumpia aka turon, It's a tad sweet for me but I definitely would order again when I want something extra beyond a regular coffee/latte. read more

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A unique latte will always reel me in. I saw the spring/summer menu posted on their Instagram and went to try Drip Collective last weekend. We got the Noir et Creme - Citrus oleo saccharum, cold brew, creme top, nutmeg, more citrus and Banana Miso - Hojicha, cinnamon, banana, miso, oat milk. I will always be disappointed to receive high-end lattes in plastic cups. The flavor of each drink was good but nothing blew me away. They have a spacious area, but somehow seating seems limited. I feel like they could set up the space better to allow for more seating. read more

Drip Collective - Noir et Creme - Citrus oleo saccharum, cold brew, creme top, nutmeg, more citrus and Banana Miso - Hojicha, cinnamon, banana, miso, oat milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I was such a huge fan of Drip Collective! I came in on a Thursday afternoon, and there were a few people but the space wasn't too crowded. The environment here is super cool--I love the vibes they have going on. There is a decent amount and variety of seating available, and they also have some cool decor and whatnot. All of the drinks looked really good, and they definitely aligned with some of my favorite flavors. I went with the Turon Latte with hojicha. I love that they offer espresso, matcha, and hojicha for their specialty drinks. The Turon Latte was DELICIOUS--I loved the flavor of the banana milk and felt that the flavors complemented each other really well. I will definitely be back to try other options on their menu. My main complaint is just how expensive the drinks were. The baristas were very nice! I also enjoyed the environment for studying. Can't wait for my next visit! read more

Drip Collective - A clear plastic cup with a domed lid holding a dark iced beverage, placed on a wooden table in a cafe or coffee shop. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great vibes, but pricey. Ordered two coffees and two pastries for over $30. We went with: - Ube Latte (hot) - Ube Spiced Latte (cold) It's a fun take on the pumpkin spiced latte. The place itself is pretty cool. They have great music and a good amount of seating for how busy it was. The staff is nice too, it's worth it to check out if you're in the area. It's a bit of a walk from like the main area of West Town, but it's not bad. read more

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This was my first time at drip collective and I was pleasantly surprised by how nice it was. There is so much seating and they had a DJ, which was great for the vibes. I got the hot cocoa as part of the rotating seasonal menu. It was definitely something different. May have to try the coffee next time to see how I like it but overall a cool place to check out! read more

Drip Collective - Hot cocoa - A cup of hot cocoa features latte art with symmetrical heart and leaf patterns, served in a paper cup on a metallic table. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Good vibes with good flavor coffee made with house made syrups. Steep price point but comparable to others. Good flavor on the ube, could have been a little more potent but overall satisfied. 7.5/ 10 would come back read more

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Best place for a fun coffee drink in the city! They have rotating speciality drinks which is what has kept me coming back. The strawberry matcha drink they have right now is INSANE!! I've also tried the mango sticky rice matcha, a yuzu soda, and an ube latte. Would definitely recommend getting your drink for there if you can-- the presentation is great. The baristas are friendly here and the space is really cool. Lots of natural lighting, a variety of seating, and there's a florist in the back. The seating here is definitely designed to be more social rather than for people coming to sit and work. read more

Drip Collective - Three colorful layered drinks with toppings are arranged on a wooden table in a cozy indoor setting, featuring a plant, speaker, and bookshelves in the background. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I got the tomato and basil pastry, a chocolate chip cookie, and the Thai tea special with espresso! I like regular Thai tea more (probably because there's no espresso), but it was definitely a good drink to try, and the ingredients were high-quality. I'm excited to other things on the menu in the future. The pastries were top notch. Recommend grabbing one too read more

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Ambiance - cute neighborhood coffee spot, love the details to their decor from seats to walls Service - drinks were absolutely stunning with the layers, barista took his time in making the drip coffee Food - loveeeee their yuzu soda with espresso (my new summer favorite), did not like the sticky rice (has a really interesting texture & mango flavor was dominant) read more

Drip Collective - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Incredible atmosphere and energy in here! I ordered the pandan and it was the perfect balance of tasting the coffee and a bit of sweetness. Highly recommend! read more

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The banana milk matcha is delicious! Incredible banana flavor and perfectly sweet. The service is quick and friendly and it's a nice ambiance for a coffee shop. The only downside is the drink costing almost $13 for a matcha :) read more

Drip Collective - Banana milk matcha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Good coffee and matcha, but a little pricey. The cafe in West loop has nice open space and they sometimes have DJs or events. read more

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I love a good breakfast sandwich so that's what initially brought me in! I did like their sandwich but I wish they had a better aioli to pair with it than just the mayo! I also tried the banana milk which was yummy but I will say they are not consistent with their drinks here. My friend and I both ordered the banana milk and hers tasted way different... in a bad way.... They were quite busy the day we stopped by so we didn't ask them remake her drink for her. read more

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Very vibey cool coffee shop! The interior is super chill and the seating is first come first serve. They also have this shelf like seating which allows for individual seating that was also a cool vibe. The have DJs that come on the weekends in the AM so it is fun to grab your coffee and vibe out to whoever is being featured! You can find that information on their instagram Service is quick and easy to order. The coffee and matcha itself have unique flavors that honestly go really well together. I got the Ube latte which was delicious! Our friends tried: yuzu soda specialist drink with matcha and that was super refreshing + thai tea which wasn't super sweet at all so I recommended a pump of syrup. The other two drinks outside the ube latte weren't huge standouts but still good I know they have a rotating menus with the season so I am excited to see what they have for the fall season! read more

Nice spot in west loop. Not a ton of table chair seating so not a place to work, but great place to gather and enjoy coffee and treats.

I had the ube x hojicha latte, and it was solid overall. The hojicha flavor really shined through, though the ube was a little on the lighter side. Still, it was a great drink. The interior stood out to me. It was stylish, clean, with great seating. Definitely a place I'd come back to for another round. read more

Drip Collective - ube x hojicha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Just leaving one more review to say you must try the mango sticky rice match. It is the most incredible drink ever. The matcha is perfect too. read more

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Drip Collective has one of the most unique layouts I've seen in a coffee shop. The seating is designed almost like stairs, which gives the space a modern, creative vibe and makes it fun to just hang out. I ordered the ube special and honestly didn't love it--it wasn't my style. If I come back, I'd stick to something simple like an Americano. That said, I really respect how they showcase and support other coffee companies from around the world--it makes the menu feel more global and community-driven. Service was friendly, though with only one person at the counter, the line built up pretty quickly. Also, a heads-up: this isn't the spot if you're looking for a quiet study session. The music runs loud, so it's better for socializing than zoning in. Overall, a cool concept with great seating and a community feel--I'll definitely give it another try for the atmosphere alone. read more

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Very cool coffee shop in west loop. They had a DJ playing music and toms of tables to sit and do work or hangout. The banana matcha drink was excellent - but it is a bit pricey. For 2 drinks was nearly $40 with tip. read more

Updating my review because I came back for the banana milk latte - the iced version was lifechanging! Probably my favorite coffee in Chicago. read more

Drip Collective - Iced banana milk latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I was too late for breakfast and didn't have too much time to stick around, but the list of interesting/unique drinks was long and my latte was delicious so I'll have to come back again for sure! There's a florist in the back, though I'm not sure if they do pickups only or if you can pick something up last minute. There was also a DJ spinning music and lots and LOTS of people hanging out and taking selfies. Definitely the place to be. Service was also friendly and the baristas were very detail oriented and focused on getting through the rush. Yes, I'll definitely be back earlier in the morning next time. read more

Drip Collective - A person holds a coffee cup with latte art of a swan, in a cafe with stickers on the wall behind. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The space has a cool concept, but definitely a place to go with friends/socialize instead of WFH. The drinks were just okay - the hojicha with oat milk was watered down/not creamy enough and the hojicha itself was subtle. The banana matcha seems to be very popular - wasn't a fan of it because of the strong artificial banana essence flavor. Highlight for me was the limited edition cheesesteak from Chubby Boys, the bulgogi and cheese were well-seasoned. Workers are very friendly! read more

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I adore Filipino flavors, so Drip Collective was right up my alley. The Turon w/ matcha was stupendous--100% worth the $9. Food-wise, I ordered the chickpea chorizo burrito from Chubby Boys. Delish! I'd order again and again. Note that this is not the place to be in a rush, and it's worth the wait! read more

Not your average coffee shop and in the best way! Drip Collective is all about community, vibes, and style. It's BIPOC-owned, with incredible music, fun decor, and really good coffee They also host a lot of cool events and Planks and Pistils takes gorgeous flower arrangements orders inside! Definitely go for the vibe (and stay for the playlist)! read more

What a cool interior! Vibes are immaculate, and I instantly wished I was dressed better when I stepped inside. Whoever put together the furniture pieces has an insane eye for design. There's limited seating in terms of being able to sit down and work, but otherwise you can just come here for a nice time. Drinks are on the pricier side, but they're worth the price! I got the banana milk latte, and you could taste the banana in it (was thinking it'd be the Korean milk that's popular). It paired really well the matcha and espresso, so would recommend the drink! read more

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Great vibes at this local coffee shop. Very busy on a Saturday morning but the staff did a great job of taking care of everyone! Great music being played while enjoying your coffee. Interior has plenty of seating and great artwork as well. Probably one of the most inventive coffee houses you will visit 5 Pro tip: bar seating allows you to watch Sando's being prepared. read more

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This was probably the most unique coffee we had during our week in Chicago. I had a ube latte & my partner got the banana milk latte. Both were really yummy, with a twist! Oh, & they were projecting episodes from the original Pokemon anime. That was a fun touch. read more

i love the idea of drip collective but i do have some notes, and it might just be because i'm not fun/cool enough. everyone loves drip so i don't feel bad knocking one star for authenticity on my behalf, but i do think everyone should come in and try it, because i truly love the overall mission. i got the banana milk w/ espresso because i've heard amazing things about it, and it IS good but it is also incredibly overly sweet in a way that i wasn't necessarily expecting and couldn't thoroughly enjoy. i wish there was a bit more flavor and a little less sugar, but i also could have asked if it was sweet on the offset and potentially modified it. the service is pretty fast even though they get busy!! also, i do love the post-it wall and the overall community outreach aspect of the business SO much. the DJ sets are super cool but i will say that it was incredibly, incredibly loud in here when i came (~2pm on a saturday) and i had a rlly hard time talking to my friend i was with. just a heads up on that!! definitely not a coffee-shop to just come and chill at but very good quality overall. read more

Drip Collective - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Gave this coffee shop a try, and the latte itself was pretty good! However the wait for it was almost an hour. The inside is super cool though, lots of seating, accessible bathroom, and a chill place to get some work done. Don't think I will be coming back unless I have extra time to wait. read more

Drip Collective - Pandan latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This place is unique, although it did take 20 minutes for a latte, and a drip coffee it was unique. It has Ube lattes, and Kanin on the weekend. Kanin has a delicious menu of Filipino Hawaiian Masubi. They also have Chubby Boy, haven't had it yet but it all seems good. read more

Drip Collective - Masoubi - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Here I lay brokenhearted paid a nickel only farted. Spent 15 minutes in line only to tell me I cannot buy a pound of $35 a pound beans. I guess I'm not hip enough read more

Awful service, cold vibe. Expensive. Feels so hip that I'm not even wanted there. Been there more than once. Last time, I was ignored in an empty shop with someone working right there. Eventually helped me. Never asked if i wanted cream. Then they said they don't have cream. Not sure what their appeal would be read more

Beautiful airy atmosphere, cool artwork. The specialty lattes all look high quality ($10+) and the iced ones are given in a very cool looking metallic cup that can be reused I believe. It's probably a little too loud for studying or reading since hip hop was blasting at 11am but I can definitely see myself chilling here to just enjoy the vibes and catching up with a friend. The latte I had was great! Each drink was meticulously made and the barista took their time with each order so it gave me the feeling of drinking a craft cocktail read more

Drip Collective - A person holds a clear plastic cup with a lid, containing a beverage, in front of a plain, light-colored background. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Definitely one of the coolest coffee shops I've been in. I love the vibe and their giant projector showing old school cartoons. The matcha is pretty solid but $10 is a pretty steep price tag. Service was pretty good as well. I can see myself coming back but not on a daily basis. read more

Drip Collective - Mannys matcha - Two iced beverages, one coffee and one matcha, are placed on a wooden table inside a coffee shop with modern decor and seating. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I drove to drip collective today, I live an hour away with traffic. I came for the mango sticky rice matcha. Once I walked in immediately I was greeted by a lighter skin male with a curly Afro, I was told they cannot make the last 3 of the specialty drinks. (The drink I came for included). I was told "we are short on bodies (staff), you came 45 minutes before close, and we don't have the ingredients to make the drink" He even felt so bad that he gave me an industry discount on my ube matcha. I sat at the counter and drank my beverage, and right behind me 3 staff members were sitting in the middle of the lounge. (I pieced it together because they were going behind the counter like employees, and then going back out) So I shrug and say whatever, it's fine. But then, 3 white people came in maybe 15 minutes after me, ordered 2 of the mango sticky rice matcha. I went up and asked the group if that's what it was to be sure..... indeed it was. So I told a different employee and they made me the drink free. I'm not sure if this was racial, laziness, or just poor customer service. But I will never go back. And won't recommend it. I'm going to let everyone know how they treat people! read more

The ambience was a low key vibes with chill music playing. They used a projected to show an anime show on the wall. The wall art was by a Filipino American displaying peace signs. Multiple Filipino inspired drinks and donuts. The Spiced Ube Latte reminded me of a chai latte with ube mix and espresso. read more

We've been here 4 times. Tried their ube latte, sesame latte, pourovers and espresso tonic. They were all good but pretty pricey. They are consistently good, which is important for a coffee shop, but nothing super special. The vibes are friendly but give you that "cool" distance feel. I think if you are in the neighborhood this is worth trying. read more