Great coffee, BAKED VEGAN treats (I'm lactose intolerant so I love this) Staff is really kind and thoughtful. Big space when you walk in Only issue, it's very slow, you're going to be waiting. So do not recommend going here if you're trying to be in and out. I'd say it's something they could workout. read more

Stopped in for coffee and breakfast. Great vibe inside. Cool place and welcoming staff. Coffee and hot chocolate were terrific. Donuts and scones were delicious too. Great find! read more

Amazing customer service and the place is so cute. I will definitely bring more people here.

Stopped in on a rainy Saturday morning and took a minute to look over the menu. The cashier was patient with all my questions. I settled on rosemary focaccia, an apple cider (GV) doughnut and a vegan carrot cake to go, plus a honey bun latte with oatmilk. Oh man, I will definitely be back for that drink again! I shared the sweets with someone later in the day and we thought both were good (I didn't tell him they were GV/vegan and he didn't notice!). I ate the focaccia when I got home that morning because it looked so good I wanted to try it ASAP. And it was. I heard I got the last piece that day (and it was only about 10am!). I see why it's so popular. Can't wait to go back and try more. read more

Since our last post, service has greatly improved. Thank you E&O for caring. We love this coffee shop - bakery & location.

What's not to love? A cozy, welcoming vibe. Freshly made in-house pastries and donuts. Lots of vegan and gf friendly options. Met one of the owners while there and love the focus on community. Support local!! The elder oat latte was so good, and had a nice subtle taste. The zucchini chocolate bread was also not too sweet and I liked the chocolate chips in it. Also like that they use counter culture beans. I drink their coffee beans regularly in New York so it was great seeing them here too. read more

Elder + Oat - Coffee & Tea Near Me - West Dundee, Illinois

Tried this place out - it used to be CRAFT and that was fantastic. This place has subpar coffee that could be made at home. The staff also was not very friendly. read more

An intimate coffee shop and bakery with a relaxed and friendly feel located in Downtown West Dundee. Locally owned and operated . Unique flavors featuring locally sourced ingredients . They will always feature a gluten free item. The owners want everyone to feel at home when enjoying a cup of coffee ,tea or latte while engaging in conversation with friends or just relaxing on a Sunday Morning. As soon as you walk in you will see the hand painted murals on the walls with small tables and booths while being greeted by a friendly staff. They only use 100% organic flour and the freshest ingredients. I started with their signature latte the Elder and Oat which was a mix of vanilla and oat milk with a hint of elderflower. They offer a selection of pastries..donuts..breads and sandwiches. Huge menu selection. The Mulled Apple Cider GF donut was my favorite. They are open till 2pm midweek and 3pm on weekends. Available for private events and pop up shops as well. With so many delicious choices to choose from I will have to go back! read more

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Met for a bookclub meeting here l last Saturday. The cafe was very busy but we were able find a spot. The food was yummy and the window to the front of house bakery showed just how freshly made it is! read more

It's so nice to have a go to local coffee shop! Starbucks is nice and all, but it lacks that fun, local atmosphere! Elder and oat fills that void with ease. They have a beautiful location on the fox river. Delicious food and tasty drinks! My daughter is always asking to come here every weekend, because she has a dairy allergy and they are one of the few places in the burbs that has delicious dairy free donut options! read more

Great atmosphere, great service , and you guessed it, great coffee! I got a caramel iced latte with blueberry syrup and it was phenomenal.

Super cute coffee shop with delicious coffee and food! My husband and I both got turkey focaccia sandwiches and they were delicious. I ordered a mocha latte and he tried the elder + oat latte. I will definitely order it next time because it was amazing! read more

Elder + Oat - Turkey focaccia sandwich - Coffee & Tea Near Me - West Dundee, Illinois

Super cute place! The pastries were delicious and vegan (what a pleasant surprise!). We got a tea and 2 coffees, loved them all.

Delicious pastries and coffee! Calm and relaxing atmosphere; great service! Nice selection of GF options too! read more

Elder + Oat - Cappuccino, caramel apple old fashioned donut, pumpkin chai old fashioned donut - Coffee & Tea Near Me - West Dundee, Illinois

It was a warm morning and out walking my pug. We stumble across this cute sign welcoming us inside for a coffee and pastry. Go inside and a girl behind the counter comes around to what I think is going to be a greeting but no it's not. It's actually to tell me they do not allow dogs. But, wait, I pick out some donuts and alas, at the check out counter is a 5x7 framed picture of the owners dog looking me in the face. But not dog friendly. We are asked to wait on the back patio for the donuts. Ok, so out on the back patio is a huge dog water bowl...is this for me to drink from? because remember they are not dog friendly. All signs pointed to yes but the answer I was reminded of again was NO. Needless to say I won't be going back. read more

Elder + Oat has taken over the Craft Coffee + Donuts building after their close. They are still in a soft open stage, with some "secret" (but mentioned on their social media) open times. Their grand opening is July 23rd. I will miss Craft but it's lovely to see a new business continuing on with coffee, donuts and bread. I stopped in, okay I drove 20 miles, to give them a try and everything I had was tasty, the people were sweet, and the new look is still fresh and modern but they've made it their own with a lovely mural. They are, thankfully, still offering lots of vegan options, including the handful of donuts they had today, and apparently all the breads are vegan, too, either by happy accident or design. I'm not sure which, but I'm here for it! I didn't try any today, as I was here specifically for donuts. I got 4 total and ate the sugar + salt old fashioned right away, which was delicious and nicely flavored. Not overly sweet, subtle but not too subtle, and perhaps a bit heavier than Craft's. I enjoyed my iced vanilla macadamia latte, too. Haven't tried the other donuts yet as I will sample them with my husband later. They have a variety of drink options including coffee (duh), chai, mineral and sparkling waters, kombucha, and hot chocolate, and will normally have oat and macadamia milks available, as well as syrup flavors. I wish I had tried the Elderflower, but I overlooked it. Next time! I'm hoping they will have lemonade and summery drinks in the future. Happy to say I loved my experience here today, on the Fourth of July, no less. My mouth had its own celebration by enjoying a tasty donut and latte, and my eyes enjoyed the pretty designs and happy families milling about, with my ears delighting in their giggles. Such a lovely morning, and worth my drive. I'll drive the distance again, just to soak up the delicious vibe. Welcome to the neighborhood, Elder + Oat! Overjoyed you are here and making the community proud and well fed. read more

Elder + Oat - Coffee & Tea Near Me - West Dundee, Illinois

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Solid coffee and bakery spot. We got a couple barista inspired lattes, feta spinach egg white, and a pistachio donut. It was amazing. The ambiance is nice and inviting and the girls behind the counter were SUPER helpful in helping us decipher the menu. We will definitely come back again. read more

From the time I walked in the door, I was greeted and had an exceptional experience. The owner, Claudia, was very nice and helpful in figuring out drinks that would be to mine and my moms liking. She offered us samples of baked goods they offered and gave us some background on the business. My mom and I both enjoy our lattes and will definitely return again. We appreciated all of the employees PROPERLY wearing their masks, because many businesses don't enforce this. All of the employees were very friendly and helpful in answering any questions. They are a completely strawless business, which did not bother me. Their coffee is good and their drinks are well balance and not too sweet or too bitter. The apple cider donut is very yummy. The Elder & Oat latte is good and very well balanced. The ambience is very calm and relaxing. I also like how they do movie nights, and other fun activities to engage with the local area/residents. I recommend trying them if you live in the area or happen to pass by during open hours. read more

Elder + Oat - Iced vanilla latte with whipped cream. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - West Dundee, Illinois

Their elder and oat latte is legit. Such a friendly staff, and their focaccia is incredible. Try the rosemary one with the tomato spread. I would give it 5 stars, but have to go with 4 stars for their hours. I wish they opened earlier in the morning so I could buy breakfast on my way to work. read more

The gluten-free donut and blueberry bar were delicious!! The egg and bacon patty were tasty, too. I also got an oatmilk hot chocolate that was so creamy. The staff were super helpful and quick. read more

First time here. Nice atmosphere. The coffee is very good and the pastries are delicious. I got a blueberry bar and my husband got a cinnamon twist. We'll definitely be back. read more

Really want to like this place. The people are attentive and friendly. However they do not accept legal US tender (money). They outright refuse cash and insist you pay with credir or debit. You can't even tip in cash they refuse that too! Ridiculous, disappointing and inconvenient. The building is historic so that is cool and the location is great. It would also be nice to see the American flag displayed in such a historic American location. Food has always been good. read more

Huge selection of coffee with a Nitro cold brew. Also monkey bread, zucchini breads and more read more

Elder + Oat - so many amazing choices and everything made from scratch in the house we love this place - Coffee & Tea Near Me - West Dundee, Illinois

I love this place now that they have BIDA Baked items!!! I will be frequenting them for BIDA items alone!!! Any vegan sandwiches? If so, I'll expand my purchases. read more

Got some different flavors donuts. Also got some coffee. 5 stars for food / drinks and service. I will be back !

Wonderful cafe! pretty spacious idk why i thought it was gonna be real tiny, but i was surprised to see a decently large space with multiple tables and types of seating. Delicious coffee!!! I got a lavender vanilla iced latte and a cinnamon bun both were very yummy 10/10 recommend! this will def become a regular spot for me! read more

Excellent customer service. The coffee was very good. There was a variety of pastries.

My contribution to any work event is now E&O focaccia and pesto. My coworkers beg for it, it is so amazing! I love Elder and Oat's principles, standards, inclusivity and their employees are so friendly and knowledgeable. I love how involved they are in the community and I hope they are around for good! Regarding the complaint about no dogs being allowed --- do you go into an indoor restaurant and expect your dog to be welcome? Would you bring your dog into an Olive Garden? Me thinks not. It is against code, period. Which is no fault of E & O. People are so entitled. read more

Such a cute shop! Tried the hun bun latte (named after someone's dog-how cute) which had lots of cinnamon and vanilla. I loved it. I sat in the shop for about three hours listening to class lectures and doing homework. I feel in love with the shop as I watched the staff greet their regulars with smiles and used their names. Will be coming back! read more

The staff are so friendly, Elder & Oat is a great place for a little leisure time by yourself or with friends. There is comfortable seating, good music playing, and a very pleasing decor. Love having a cute coffee shop in town! read more

Elder + Oat - Gluten friendly chocolate zucchini bread and the Signature Latte. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - West Dundee, Illinois

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Two times, same result. Stopped by for a drip coffee and a doughnut. First time ended up standing at counter for seven minutes while the barista (a very nice and kind person) worked on several previous sandwich orders. Once done, my order was taken. Not much selection on this Wednesday as for doughnuts - maybe four options? I overheard the barista say to another customer that they pretty much make new doughnuts for the weekend rush. What's left over is used through the week. That makes sense from a waste perspective, but does yield to slim (slightly stale) offerings during the week. Came back two mornings later, on a Friday, to wait five minutes (only person in line) watching the barista make three breakfast sandwiches. Had to leave without a coffee in hand because it seemed another five minutes would be needed before my order was taken. In all, I think I appreciate the slow handmade process of everything. However, it isn't meant for quick pick up and go. Elder and Oat is more of a come and sit/stay for a bit. Also, it seems like Saturday is the day for most variety and freshest bakery options. Will have to give that day a try. read more

Best coffee in the area! Warm atmosphere, baristas are friendly. Homemade bread and the hot lattes always have a silky texture. Barista creations are unique but not sugary sweet. Would recommend to anyone read more

2 dounuts 1 loaf of bread 50.00! Sad that they charge such a price. Call to say they forget a loaf but no that was the charge

I have tried Elder + Oat twice. We live in the community and want to support this local business. Sadly it's not for us. The first time I met a colleague for work this summer - Coffee was okay. Pastries were oily. We could not finish them. The ambiance was nice. Team was friendly. We both commented on the price. It was high for what we got. The second time which was just this past weekend I brought my boyfriend. Team was friendly. It's confusing where to order and wait if you are getting coffee to go (we were). Service was slow. The two coffees were $10.50. Very pricey for coffee that is smaller than a Tall at Starbucks. They only had 2% milk - could not get nonfat milk. In the end we could not drink either one. They tasted sour or synthetic. read more

The coffee is really good, we had cortado, lattes and some refreshers, they all are really good. We also had some focaccia bread sadly they're under baked and we can taste doughy bread. Knocking a star just for this, may be our batch is bad. read more

Stopped in while walking around. Really cute place. Very nice vibe. The elder and oat latte was delicious. Employees were helpful and very nice. read more

Great atmosphere, friendly service and enjoyed my latte and breakfast sandwich I ordered!

Kind accommodating staff. Family from Chicago choose to meet us here on Sundays when possible. Great food choices, coffees, teas, vegan options, and attractive ambiance. Focaccia is a personal favorite, both sweet and savory. read more

This bakery makes great baked goods-BUT I highly recommend you have a copy of your receipt when you leave. I have now, for a second time, left without my complete order- both times the exchanges have indicated my order is fulfilled and it hasn't. Both times I have been the only person in-line and have been in no rush to leave. I have called both times- they have addressed these issues AND I have called immediately upon arriving home (5minutes away). This time I was told they would set aside my scones- and arrived to find the did not save two-as I ordered- I love their food, but caution anyone to check your order before you leave the premise. read more

Such a cute little spot! We were heartbroken to hear that Craft Donuts was closing, but delighted to hear about the new place in town. I've been twice now. The decor is really cute, and they were very accommodating with strollers and babies. All the staff have been so warm and friendly. I really enjoyed the elder + oat latte - berry coffees are not typically my thing but it was very good. Coffee was smooth and not bitter at all. I loved the old fashioned donut and my friends enjoyed their treats too. I've heard their focaccia spreads are awesome so we'll have to come back to try one soon! read more