Super cute coffee shop close to the college campus which means it definitely can get busy at times…read more I tried the honey vanilla oat latte which was part of the welcome back menu and it was really good. Had an interesting nutty flavor but overall pretty good. The interior is pretty big so it seems like a good wfh spot. The outside is gorgeous as well with tons of flowers! It was rainy when I went, but I bet it's nice to sit outside when it's sunny. Def recommend for a coffee and pastry vibe

I'm a local who frequents Cafe Paradiso a couple times a week. It's been my favorite neighborhood…read morespot for a few years. I even started coming more often after Dutch Brothers opened down the street because I wanted to offset the possibility of small business loss. This place has meant that much to me. What has set Paradiso apart from other coffee spots in town has always been the vibe; serving up a warm and welcoming spot to enjoy your drink and hang for a few. Up until recently the staff have always been friendly and attentive. Things have been going downhill for a couple months, but the last few weeks have been particularly egregious. A majority of the friendly and familiar faces that made this place so beloved have been replaced in recent weeks with rude and indifferent staff members. Recently I've had a half dozen instances of drinks made incorrectly (nothing fancy, just steamed milk and tea), or having to repeatedly ask for food I ordered, etc. and then being treated like I'm an imposition for asking to correct the issue. Many of the staff seem to pick and choose who they're polite to, to the point that I no longer feel personally welcome. I think I'll be taking my business elsewhere from now on.

I got the summer special which is a blueberry latte that you could get hot or iced. It had a very…read moreunique smell but tasted 10x better than it smelled. The blueberry flavor must've been a syrup the reason why it smelled like that, but overall the service was fast and friendly. It looks like a good wfh spot cause of the free WiFi and lots of seating options.

Really good coffee and beverage shop off-campus. We were actually trying to go somewhere nearby,…read morebut that was closed apparently due to some flooding. This was nearby and it was pretty crowded. I enjoyed my latte. Didn't really have much else. Good spot.

My experience was perfect! They are in a convenient location, right by the bookstore! They have…read morespecial deals on different days of the week. This day in the photo it was latte Wednesday! This means it is an affordable coffee trip to do with friends! The ambiance of this place is pretty nice, i would say there is limited seating but there are so many other places to sit around campus so it's not that big of a deal. The baristas were all really nice and they gave me good recommendations. They were also playing bob Ross on the tv, so thank u for that

Delicious coffee, nice employees and clearly loved by college students. During rush, be prepared to…read morewait, but absolutely worth it.

Everything's pretty good, but --…read more UPGRADE THE WIFI PLZZZ!! Every time I come here I have to use my personal hot spot... The WIFI is just way too slow and not usable at all.

Got a mango matcha it tastes like apricot milk not sure how that happened? Was also $8 and the…read moresigns are AI generated pretty busy and hard to find seating

Surprisingly good coffee drinks, tucked into a residence hall…read more The prepared drinks are well executed. I have ordered Americanos from two different baristas, both of whom pulled the espresso expertly. The shot came out sweet, without bitterness, and there was a fair crema atop the drink. The balance of water and espresso prolonged the enjoyment of the coffee without becoming watered down. (Tread lightly with the brewed coffee. It gets a little old in the urn.) This is not a specialty coffee place. You come here because it is quiet in the old, stone building, and because the coffee is cheaper than at the specialty shop. The quality of the prepared drinks is a happy bonus.

We ordered a hot carmel macchiato and a hot latte. Both drinks were wonderful and the service was…read moregreat. There's plenty of seating to relax or to do work.

Yes, this shop is cute. Yes, the proprietors are very nice and it's great to support local…read morebusinesses. But the best reason to shop here if you are a tea lover like me is that their tea selection is incredibly cheap. Other reviewers have not emphasized the price aspect of things enough, so here are some numbers: Regular black teas cost around $1.00/oz (~$0.10/cup). Given that there is no minimum purchase (you bag your own tea in whatever quantity you desire), you can go in, buy 1-2 oz. of several different teas that catch your eye, and then come back later to buy your favorites in larger quantities. Decaf teas are maybe twice as expensive - not as great of a bargain, but not too bad. Of course you can splurge on silver needle white if that's your thing, but that's not the main attraction here. It seems they get quite a few teas from Market Spice in Seattle, which means you can buy the famous Market Spice cinnamon-orange blend in bulk and then brew it so strong it makes your house smell like cinnamon Red Hots. Or you can get Tropical Isle, a black tea beautifully colored with blue cornflowers and yellow calendula leaves that tastes as good as it looks (and makes a great present). Or get the Earl Grey, or the Assam, or jasmine or rooibos or... the list goes on. Come here. Buy some tea at a small fraction of the price you'd pay in the cafes just down the street. And be thankful that a store like this exists in C-U.

Cute tea shop in downtown Champaign. Lots of loose leaf tea selection, priced by the ounce. Love…read moreshopping here!

I will be a die hard Kaybee coffee fan girl until forever. I feel like small coffee shops can…read moresometimes get a bad rep for not so great coffee and this place beats every allegation. I haven't had a bad coffee here EVER. The rotating seasonal menu is always creative and so well made. The staff is always super welcoming and answers every question I ever have. Don't even get me started on the owner and how much she puts back into the local community, that ALONE should be enough to get you in the door, the coffee is just an added bonus. If I had to give ONE note it's that I wish they had almond milk lol but that clearly doesn't keep me from coming!

Haven't had a bad drink the multiple times I have gone. Service is always great, even when busy.read more

Adorable and inviting cafe with delicious pastries made in house. The staff provide helpful advice…read moreand it's such a cozy place to enjoy a coffee and treat by yourself or with friends. Definitely recommend this local business!

Positively impeccable vibes at Hopscotch. The location alone is reason enough to go with the bakery…read morebeing nestled in a quiet tree-lined residental neighborhood. The staff is excellent, food is amazing, and the seating more than adequate for getting work done or just spending a few lazy hours on a weekend.