This location is MUCH larger than the Albany Park location. There is plenty of seating to work…read moreremote, catch up with friends, or gave a solo date. I loved that they have all year specialty drinks as well as seasonal options. They serve breakfast, lunch, and early dinner with options like coffee, tea, cocktails, smoothies, sandwiches, pastries, salads, bowls and more! This visit, I tried The Michelle Obama Latte as it felt springy to me. The rosemary and orange blossom flavors were subtle but definitely there. It wasn't overwhelming which made me love it! Another popular item is their Maple Brown Sugar Latte. I definitely prefer this location over Chicago's but I'm happy they have the same offerings at both.

About a 2-2.5: Khepri offers coffee, tea, smoothies, pastries, salads, bowls, toasts, sandwiches,…read moreand other desserts. We came here to get a caffeine fix, and the place was pretty packed! We ordered The Maple Brown Sugar Latte (prepared with maple brown sugar syrup, sea salt, and cinnamon), the Michelle Obama Latte (prepared with orange blossom and rosemary syrup and black pepper), the AOC Latte (prepared with cajeta, cayenne, and cinnamon), and lattes with almond milk. The lattes were just okay - while they came out with a nice latte art and were aesthetically pleasing, the drinks were served lukewarm (when requested extra hot), and it was just not strong. Staff could be a bit more welcoming, friendlier, and dressed with a smile. I really liked their little gift shop/corner, where you can find cute cards and other giftable items. Note that this place does get super loud, as it is very kid-friendly - they have a corner with various games and toys. Khepri has another location in Albany Park, which I personally prefer. Parking is available in the area. +weak lattes +standoffish staff +super kid-friendly/loud +parking available

Super pleasant experience at Around Cafe. Friendly service, cozy (approachable, nothing fancy)…read moreinterior perfect for a small group chat or reading, and delicious drinks! Black sesame latte was great. Earl Grey drink was also very tasty. Thanks for a great spot! We'll be back.

I love how it's very conveniently located near the Arlington Heights Metra station…read more The family had made plans to make a day out of Chicago downtown and we opted to park and ride at Arlington Heights Metra station. It was a pretty chilly morning, so I was definitely in the mood for a cup of hot coffee. Around Cafe is one of many shops around the station, which makes it very convenient. I can see myself becoming a regular if I lived in the area and had to take the train into Chicago for work. It's a nice little mom-n-pop store that's set up nice and cozy. I had a cup of espresso matcha latte, which was exactly what it sounded like. Definitely hit the spot for me. The place probably had maybe 5 to 7 tables for seating and most of them were occupied despite it being pretty early. Lady baristas were all very nice and lively, which made the atmosphere nice also. This was my one and only visit, so I don't like to settle on a verdict yet, but if I'm in the area, I can see myself visiting in the future.

What really draws me to this place is the menu & the vibes! I wish it was closer to me though…read more They have 2 sides to the store - the bakery side and the cafe side. I made the mistake of going into the bakery side on accident and tried ordering a drink lol. If you follow them on IG, they release their "test kitchen" menu every month where they showcase specialty drinks. For May, they have a thai tea matcha latte and I HAD to try it. Thai tea & matcha are my absolute favs. It was worth the drive for me. I also got their ube banana pudding which was really good. It was more pudding than bananas/wafers but still really good! Can't wait to see what other specialty drinks I'll get to try!

Finally found a place that has good egg coffee! I just wished that they were a little closer to…read morehome. Walked in and this was a spot you can enjoy your coffee/matcha/tea with your friends and just hang out. It had a nice space that was kinda spread out. The employees were nice and friendly! Side note: if you are lactose intolerant....theres a little machine with lactaid! So you can still enjoy your drink!! There were a few drinks that sounded good, but I couldn't walk out with multiple all to myself. Self control and need to pace myself. I definitely ordered the egg coffee and was asked how strong I liked my coffee. Amazing that they have this option....because there are days that I feel like I need really strong coffee! I went with medium because it was already mid afternoon. I can't have my energy continue late and possibly not be able to sleep. Even though most of the time I can still fall asleep, but you never know. New coffee spot, gotta meet in the middle! Needless to say, I loved it! It was the perfect definition of strong! I'll definitely have to come back again...whenever I'm around the area to try the other drinks on the menu!

A Thousand Tales is a great restaurant, and they also have a coffee and pastry shop in the same…read morebuilding. This time, we tried the coffee shop. The pastries are plentiful and beautiful. We had a very hard decisions to make deciding what to get. I don't know what it was called, but we got something that looked like a strawberry Napoleon. I couldn't have any because of an allergy, but my wife loved it. Their coffee bar is also impressive. My wife had a latte and I had a mint tea. They make an elaborate latte. I was a little disappointed that the tea, which was not inexpensive, was made with a tea bag and not tea leaves. But it was good, so no real problem there. There was a short line to order at the counter, but it moved quickly. The people behind the counter were pleasant and seem to enjoy talking with their customers. All in all, the Thousand Tales coffee shop rates up there with the best.

I came back from another state, and the first place I missed was Thousand Tales with their cozy and…read morestylish atmosphere. The pistachio crumble latte is still one of my favorites -- creamy, flavorful, and comforting. If you prefer stronger coffee, I'd definitely recommend adding an extra shot. The pogacha with beef and the burek were both delicious, rich, and full of flavor. I also tried the pistachio cheesecake, and it was absolutely delicious -- just as good as I remembered. I was a little disappointed with the Dubai chocolate cheesecake this time though. It didn't even look the same as before, and the pistachio paste tasted less natural than I remembered. The service was good, everyone was friendly, and I'll definitely come back again.

Barista Tara is a rockstar!! I visited CoCo & Blu the other day and inquired about latte art. I was…read moretold that the amazing artist who'd once made my drink had moved out of state, but that everyone else there could make hearts and flowers. Enter Tara, who said she'd try her best to make something special. She delivered an adorable bear on my drink! She said she might be able to do better, but I loved her effort and enthusiasm. My friend and I headed outside to enjoy our drinks on the patio. Several minutes later, Tara came outside carrying another latte. She had PERFECTED the latte bear and gave it to us for free! She made my entire day. Thank you to Tara for the amazing art and for going above and beyond in your customer service!! I can't wait to go back for my next coffee and hope she's working when I do.

I came right when they opened to grab a latte and a breakfast sandwich. The food took about 5-10…read moreminutes to come out, and my latte was ready first. I tried the Lavender Blu, which was a unique flavor combination--interesting, but I would probably try a different coffee next time. The breakfast sandwich was really good and flavorful, and I was happy with the quality overall. The staff was friendly, and the interior had a really nice aesthetic. It is on the pricier side--I paid $24 for my order--but overall, it was a pleasant experience.

I've gotten coffee/food from here couple times and both have been excellent!…read more I've ordered prior to boarding my train and the service was speedy and the Ube latte & breakfast sandwich were super tasty! The second time I've order through Uber Eats & the service was also speedy and both items were good! I got the coral blue #5 & buffalo chicken sandwich & they were both perfect temperature and flavorful! I'll be ordering trying more for sure!

Brew coffee lab was great! It's located inside the des plaines metra train station stop which is…read moregenius! We got pretty plain orders but they had soooo many different fun latte options that I want to go back and try next time.

We are huge fans of Coco and Blu in Arlington Heights and were so happy to see them expand to a…read moresecond location in Mount Prospect! The restaurant is part of a mixed-use building with apartments. Note that there are several spots in the apartment lot reserved for Coco and Maple guests, which is key as it is situated towards the end of the downtown area. Whereas Coco and Blu is more cozy, this is definitely leaning more industrial and modern. They retain a similar eclectic vibe with wallpaper and mismatched furniture. Orders are placed at the counter, and this time around we went for avocado toast and a Nutella strawberry toast for my kids. Both delightful! Other fan favorites for us include the quiche, matcha lattes, and espresso and tonic.

Not family friendly. They do not have highchairs. Staff seems hostile to children. It was…read morean....interesting...choice to cater to the 20-somethings and completely alienate the families in the neighborhood, since families (and older folks) are what make up most of the neighborhood. Also, food is good but prices are insane.

Came here on a random Sunday at the peak of luncheon was luckily seated immediately. It's located…read morein a large strip mall so there's lots of parking. The menu is pretty straightforward and service was pretty utilitarian as well. However, food did come out quickly. Unfortunately, the French toast came out at room temperature at best, and the syrup that was brought to the table before hand had already had a solidified top part. So it wasn't warm at all it in fact was cold. They're also very quick to clean tables and remove things from the table. In fact, my friend was still picking at her salad and they literally came by four times to try to take it away. I think this place is family owned small business type set up so it was great to see it busy and filled. I said service was utilitarian because I think we saw our waitress maybe twice all other things were done by the bus boys for refilling waters and coffees, etc.

We just love this little cozy cafe. We bring our kids, they color and do word puzzles on the kids…read moremenu until we have our food. The wait staff is amazing and treats you like family from day 1. We like to get there early when it's not too crowded but even when it's busy, they tend to your every need and turn tables around quickly so there is never a long wait. Truly a gem. We love Jelly Cafe!

We came because we saw it in passing and checked out their menu online. Lots of interesting teas we…read morehadn't had anywhere else, so we stopped on on our way home. We were wowed with the decor and soft lighting in addition to the great drink options. Drinks were ready very quickly and they were beautiful. In addition, there were board games to borrow next to the pastry case. Instead of grabbing a drink and going, we settled in and enjoyed the ambiance. We'll be back!

Slightly hidden in a plaza, you'll find this little tea shop sort of nestled in. Really beautiful…read morewhen you walk in. They have it decorated with a faux cherry blossom tree and other faux greenery. They almost try to transport you onto an outside patio, even in these brutal winters. Service is not with a smile, but they offer a decent menu, so you just have to look forward to a good drink haha. We shared two drinks. Mine was the coconut coffee that could be lightly sweetened. I wanted a Vietnamese coffee since that's why we went but they couldn't make any modifications. They said it was premade and either way the coffee turned out good imo. Hubs got a brown sugar tea no boba and liked it overall. Might be back but perfectly fine!

Straw & Bubbles Tea Bar is for sure my daughter's go to when she has a taste for boba/bubble tea or…read moreramen. She has been there with friends as well as myself multiple times. (I wish they had a loyalty program or punch card of sorts for her because of her affinity to the store!) Last night, she had a taste for bubble tea so we took her after dinner and we had some pleasant surprises in our drink choices! My boyfriend got the Cookies and Cream milkshake with oat milk ('cause dairy) and it was thick, delicious, and had a strong ratio of milk to cookie in it. Last time my parents took my daughter, I tried a Coconut Purple Berry tea and added tapioca. It is tea, coconut milk, and like, chunks of guava--delicious. I can tell you my daughter's go to is a Taro Milkshake which is milk and taro blended--very delicious! The presentation is appealing--it looks like white clouds in a purple sky. Other drinks I have tried include their galaxy lemon tea, a sort of ocean lemonade (?), etc. My daughter also lives for their croffles--I know she has had matcha, tiramisu, plain, etc. Last night's choice was matcha and there was not a crumb left in the box. Ordering is easy on the kiosk, and the staff is quiet, but friendly. I have been there with different sized groups at different times of day, and the food, drinks, and service are always consistent. Sometimes it's packed, sometimes it's not. Driving back home, I wanted to yell at all the youths in that green siren logoed coffee shop to drink something better across the parking lot, but I did not. I hope Straw & Bubbles continues to find Mount Prospect to be a good home!

Straw and Bubbles is a nice gem in Downtown MP. The Taro…read moreMilk tea here was really good, and they have a nice cozy sitting area where you can even make your own ramen! They have ALOT to choose from with bowls on the spot so you can enjoy there. You order through the Kiosk so it makes it easy to look at all the sweats and drinks they have. We also got a plain croffle that went perfect with our drinks but will be back to try other treats they have!