We visited Folklore in Lemont yesterday and had the absolute best time. Even though the café was pretty crowded, we were still able to get a cozy table against the wall, which made the whole experience even nicer. I ordered their special Baboo Chai which has blueberry and cinnamon roll flavors, and it was unbelievable. Sweet, warm, and totally unique. My brother got a hot chocolate and an apple fritter, and he couldn't stop talking about how delicious everything was. We drove a little over an hour to get there, and it was truly so worth the trip. The staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming the entire time. You can tell they really care about their customers. Even with the rush, they kept the line moving quickly and stayed warm and kind with everyone who came through the door. The whole energy of the place just felt comforting and happy. I definitely recommend visiting Folklore if you get the chance. It is one of those spots that makes you want to come back again and again for both the amazing drinks and the wonderful service. read more

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Folklore Coffee is a small independently owned coffee shop in downtown Lemont. It's adorable, tucked away just past Barrel and Vine. The vibe is modern and Bigfoot which is fantastic. The shop is quite small though and only has a handful of seats which can fill up on the weekends. No table service, order at the counter which is not a big deal. The counter person was pleasant and helpful. They'll call your name when your beverage is ready. The muffins were pretty tasty, but the coffee and machta drinks were both just okay. Bonus points for the kids coloring pages. read more

Since moving to Illinois from Seattle, I've been struggling to find coffee shops that I resonate with. Folklore Coffee is the first shop I found that I can confidently say I'll be a regular at. I really like the vibes of the nature/woodlands centric interior the cafe is going for. It's painted in a nice dark green color accompanied by furniture made out of darker wood (walnut? I don't know my wood types). The plants adorning the back wall and the forest wallpaper located near the booth seating really pushes that whole feel. The coffee is pretty good. Usually with coffee you just kind of hope a cafe hits a bare minimum so it doesn't taste bad, but I actively enjoyed the different drinks I've tried here (namely the latte and cortado, both were solid). All that aside, the people here are really friendly :). Props to the barista who ran me through the pastries (didn't catch a name). Seems like this place is a popular hangout spot for the local community, and that speaks volumes on how they conduct themselves. read more

Cool spot with delicious specialty drinks! My brother had been telling me how cool this spot was and sending me all the fun specialty drinks they have each month so I couldn't wait to try it. I ended up getting the coyote cold brew which as super delicious and not overly sweet or milky, but you could still totally taste the banana. My brother also got a specialty drink and enjoyed it. Love the fun theme here as well, will have to come again sometime when I'm in town! read more

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Whenever I'm out of town, I like to check out random local coffee shops, and it seems that I stumbled across a super popular one. When I arrived on a Saturday morning, the line was quite literally out the door. The place itself doubles and triples down on the folklore theme, which I thought was great. They were doing a Friends theme for their lattes for the month I was there, which I thought was creative. I could definitely see myself returning, though hopefully I'll time it better so they aren't so crazy busy, and I can try their food read more

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As Heraclitus once said, "It's the same lake, but different water",and that perfectly describes Folklore. Every month brings an entirely new menu, with each drink is one-of-a-kind experience... the creativity is unmatched, and the flavors are always on point The service is so warm, welcoming, and genuine, you know, the kind of vibe that's rare to find these days. From open to close, people are constantly coming in and out, and it's easy to see why: Folklore is hands down the best coffee shop in Lemont. I can't stop recommending it to everyone I know. If you haven't been, go. You'll see what I mean read more

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Love stopping in Folklore to grab drinks and snacks. We walk our dog weekly & we stop in to try the specialty espresso drinks. They're well crafted & so yummy! The baristas are friendly & the service is quick with a smile . We even get a pup cup for our dog Daisy . It's a charming little nook nestled in between the vintage buildings of downtown Lemont. It's nice to sit at the outside tables and enjoy our coffee . read more

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I came here at 11 am with a friend. It's a small coffee shop, so it was rather busy and loud. That being said, we decided to walk around downtown with our coffee. Service took a while, but like I said it was busy. I decided on an iced sugar free Carmel latte. It was good, but very espresso forward (I typically like my iced lattes a little sweeter). My friend had the iced lavender honey latte, which was even stronger than mine! She couldn't finish it all. So be aware that the drinks are stronger than you would maybe expect. Still good though and a cute local shop! read more

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My favorite locally owned coffee shop. A little small and a little loud sometimes. Just bring headphones and a good book.

Thr service is great and very friendly. The drinks are delicious without being overly sweet. I'll come back soon read more

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I love a good local coffee shop! Plenty of parking nearby and in the lot across the street. I came in on a Saturday at 11am and it was very busy with people hanging out enjoying their coffee. I liked the vibe of the coffee house. Cute merchandise, friendly, and cozy. They had specials displayed next to the register. I had the "someone in lemont loves you" which was a sweet caramel and cookie butter latte. I liked it. I want to try some of the other flavors they also had listed. read more

I don't know even where to start. The owner Tess was a delight and so chipper! She knew names of all her guest and it was such a neighborhood feeling. The coffee shop is a year old but you would think it's been around for a while with how well known it was by their guest. The coffee was superb! The place is a bit on the smaller side with two small tables up front by the windows that overlook the awesome trains as they go by! There is also some bench seating on the wall for high top laptop/workers and benches and small tables on the back wall. This is a must stop place in Lemont! They do offer some bakery items as well! read more

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The ambiance and mythical creature theme is well done. High points of decor and artwork are paintings of bigfoot, mothman, jackelope, and the lochness monster. Other interesting esoteric artwork on the fun side fills the place. Games are available including a Bigfoot tick tac toe game. I had the Bigfoot coffee which was an average to above average darker roast. I'll try something lighter next time. Great date stop. read more

Super cute little shop in downtown Lemont. Was instantly greeted by the cashier! She could tell it was my first time here and showed me the menu options and even the holiday menu favorites right away. I went with the great thanksgiving (white chocolate, caramel mocha, and honey) super delicious and was gone in 10 minutes! I will be coming back and recommending this cute shop! read more

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Cute little coffee shop with plenty of seating. We were greeted upon walking in and tried two of their lattes in which both of them were pretty good! Can't wait to try some more next time! read more

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This shop had been on my list to try for some time. On the day of my visit, they had a dj and it was incredibly loud in there and no open seats. I tried a cold brew and it was decent. I would like to return on a quieter day. I enjoy sitting and reading at coffee shops, and it was just too loud to do that. Service was friendly. read more

This is literally the cutest coffee shop in Lemont. The owner and her staff are so friendly and know their customers well. I had a seasonal drink that was just right. There was no heavy syrup sitting at the bottom of the cup. Flavor was perfect with every sip. My husband loved his coffee. The inside is small but mighty, with a cute wall for photos. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Still thinking about my coffee from this morning! Folklore Coffee is nestled into downtown Lemont and offers plenty of street parking out front. Inside is very quant with a reasonable amount of seating. They had a large amount of syrups to choose from as well as some great seasonal option. I ordered the Honey Lavender Latte as the woman working highly recommended it and said it was their signature. The staff was extremely sweet and made small talk with me till my drink was ready. The latte did not disappoint! Perfect temperature, good flavor, light froth. So happy I stopped by and looking forward to my next visit to Folklore! read more

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I've been going to folklore to work on job applications. The atmosphere in folklore is very friendly and helpful. All my interactions with staff have been great. read more

I was in Lemont for an event. I stopped by Folklore for a quick cup of coffee. The inside is small but well-decorated. The staff was super friendly. I ended up buying a bag of their house blend for use at home. It was outstanding. I don't think they roast their own beans, but now that I have finished that bag, I have been looking for a reason to get back to Lemont. read more

Pretty place to get a long with friends. Was my first time and its a good place to go to, going to go back here to bring my partner again read more

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My family and I have always been totally pleased with our coffee visits to Folklore in Lemont. Service = GREAT! Drinks and foods = GREAT! Desire to return and re-enjoy = GREAT! And the shop itself is, of course, GREAT! 4 GREAT'S for Folklore! read more

great local spot excellent coffee and vibe love it The staff was super friendly and told me a bit about how they all got started I'm very glad I stopped in read more

This is the perfect small business coffee shop. Everyone that works there is kind, professional, and greet you when you walk in. The menu has everything and their featured menus are always fun and tasty. I try to come here for a cold brew and donut at least once a week. read more

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Stopped in for the first time on Christmas Eve to check out the new local coffee shop and partake in the fun idea of a book exchange! It truthfully was such a smart idea and I was beyond surprised to see how busy this place was on Christmas Eve. Ordered a Stroop waffle latte which was amazing. Staff was super attentive and very friendly. I will definitely be back to grab a coffee, and try a pastry. I really hope to see more book exchanges here! read more

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Folklore gets 10 stars. The coffee is fantastic, the mystical vibe hits just right, and the staff, including the owner, embodies "community" in every sense of the word. Folklore is a place where you go to feel welcomed. To take a beat from the every day stresses of life. To catch up with an old friend or just wrap up some emails sitting in your Outlook Drafts folder. Community, folks--we're lucky to have Tess and her husband bringing us together in Lemont. read more

Super cute coffee shop! Small, intimate, and tastefully decorated. The staff are very sweet and helpful. Ordered one of their speciality drinks and a latte. Both were excellent. Free and plentiful wifi for working. A great spot to meet up with friends or try a new drink while reading or working on a laptop. Clean gender neutral washroom! Highly recommend. read more

I love this lil cafe - me and my partner just moved and have been here twice. Each time I have lived the chatter in the cafe, and the drinks!! Well priced and cozy atmosphere. The staff is wonderful and kind. It's small but comfortable places to sit inside and outside, just get there early if you need a spot by a wall outlet (I've learned with all cafes to do this) read more

Amazing latte and iced coffee! Great service and a super cool atmosphere. This is a must stop for your next coffee. read more

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Thoroughly enjoyed my Irish mocha. My son said this was the best hot cocoa he's ever had. This cute little gem is nestled away in downtown Lemont. It's very cozy inside. We'll definitely be back. read more

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My daughter turned me on to this place. I was looking for an alternative to Starbucks due to them switching from drip brew to one cup Keurig type brew. If you want a strong cup of Joe at a decent price this is the place to go. It's just steps from the Metra station. Plenty of syrups to customize your coffee. It's a cozy small privately owned business. Here is a chance to support a local business. read more

Stopped in after lunch in downtown Lemont. Awesome friendly service. The Beagle Barkuccino was amazing. And I can't wait until they begin to sell the zucchini pens. Will definitely return. read more

Great coffee! Great customer service! Nice decoration. There is a new flavor special offer every month. We will be back ;)

Great coffee! Love how there's a monthly theme for all the specialty coffee drinks! The baristas are so friendly and nice and they offer a nice variety of flavors to try! read more

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Love this place! The owner and staff are wonderful and friendly. Every month they have new clever coffee creations. Good coffee. The place is dog friendly for well behaved pups. read more

Great addition to Lemont. Pastries, coffee, and staff are all always great. Comfortable for sticking around and having your coffee there, and also setup to grab and go. A+ all around. read more

Me and my friend wanted to go there in the evening and we are so glad we did! I grabbed the Love loose tea and it was delicious. It was a sweet floral and I fell in love. I also grabbed the cinnamon roll/bun and the dough was so fluffy and the glaze on top wasn't too sweet. The ambiance was so chill and I will definitely be back here to do some writing and studying. The service was splendid as well. I was asked multiple times if I was alright and enjoying everything and obviously I did! This place is a new favorite and I can't wait to write here!! read more

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This cafe is very cozy and cutely decorated, and I love that they have monthly drink options that rotate. I got a strawberry banana dog themed drink in the summer which was delicious! Who knew fruity coffee would be so good? I can't wait to come back to see what other options they have! read more

Stopped in here for the first time friday. Found myself back here on monday. Coffee is great. Customer service is on point. Merch is super cool. And the town is a cute little rivertown on the rebound. I don't know if they are building condos, apt, or hotel on the river front but i'd love to stay here the next time i am in town. If you love independent coffees shops you'll love it here! read more

Great cozy place in the heart of Lemont to grab a cuppa and chill, cool vibes permeate throughout. Coffee is 5 star and the pastries are top notch. Awesome staff is there to make you happy. If you're in the hood I recommend you check it out. read more