This cafe was perfect for my birthday dinner. We had a beautiful corner booth and everyone was…read morecomfortable. The staff was delightful and there wasn't a bad view in sight. The food was amazing! Everyone was thrilled with their dishes :) definitely would recommend for any occasion.

Pescatarian Verdict: #stlouispescatarianapproved…read more I think I could live here. I mean, they have furniture. There's something incredibly peaceful about this place. A beautiful fountain is in the center and that sound of running water is soothing over a glass of wine. It feels less like a cafe and more like a very expensive daydream. We ordered the meat and cheese board, shrimp cocktail, and lobster roll. Naturally, I made sure the seafood got plenty of attention. A little retail therapy, a little seafood, and a whole lot of serenity. #stlouispescatarianapproved

Stumbled upon this quaint cafe and bar randomly the other day. The bartender was super friendly and…read morehelpful. The drinks were phenomenal! I would love to go again and try other cocktails from their menu.

This place gives off a welcoming neighborhood cafe and bar vibe. We stopped by to meet our friends…read moreand we were greeted upon entering the establishment. The food menu is limited and the drink menu is the star here. Service was personal and friendly here. We ended up staying only for a short time as our meeting destination changed. Iced espresso to go! Stop by if you have some time for a relaxing drink or coffee.

It's so difficult to choose what to eat because everything looks so good!…read more If you want to dine in, make sure to grab a table as soon as you walk in. You have to seat yourself, so secure a table before they're all taken. Once you sit down, time will fly--the vibes are definitely vibing at Tary Coffee! We started with the Scrambled Eggs in Brioche. Fluffy scrambled eggs served on a slightly toasted brioche bun. The light cream cheese spread on the bread added a delicious creaminess that paired really well with the eggs. We also tried the Royal Benedict with Smoked Salmon. The poached eggs were cooked just right and paired beautifully with the smoked salmon. Definitely one of my favorite breakfast combinations! And, for a little treat, we had the Baursaq--fried dough served with a side of raspberry jam. The slight tartness of the jam balanced nicely with the subtle sweetness of the fried dough. Such a great pairing with your morning coffee!

the food is mad good for a quick snack. i love central asia cuisine, and i will most definitely be…read moreback! this place gets busy quick. limited seating, so we got rlly lucky having found a seat right as it got busier in the afternoon.

#chicago #flyforfriends #yelpfriends #gourmetcoffee…read more So the real question is what does one do in the great city of Chicago? Well, if you are with Matcha snobs and coffee snobs, you will end up visiting Sawada coffee Located on the second floor at 112 N. Green Street is Sawada coffee. It's together with another establishment. The tables inside the establishment do not belong to Sawada Coffee The trick to securing the seat belonging to the other establishment is to purchase something from that other establishment so that us Sawada coffee drinkers can peacefully sip on our drinks Don't ever think that coffee is just coffee, because it isn't you will learn this if you would to visit with Sawada Coffee if and when you are in the area in Chicago. A post script to this review is I just happen to be traveling with a bunch of people that are coffee and Matcha Kings and Queens I am a pawn still learning

As a matcha girlie, Sawada Coffee was a must-try spot in Chicago. The vibes here- I'm all about…read morethem- and the drinks were pretty good. We came on a weekend afternoon, and it was popping! The line was out the door. To get in, walk up the stairs (there's also a menu posted), then order at the register. You'll then pay and pick up your drink when it's called. Drinks are made pretty quickly; the service was kind, and they also have pastries on display. Seating-wise, they have some bar seating. But what gets you is the ambiance; it's rustic and chic! I'm all about trying either a basic or specialty matcha. I got a Matcha Latte, Tokyo Style, with Oat Milk. The matcha was good quality, a bit on the milky and creamy side, but the Tokyo style made it sweet. It was a good pick-me-up, but for the price, it was a bit expensive. I tried my friend's seasonal Hojicha Spiced Pumpkin Latte, and it was strong and good. If you're into matcha or coffee, Sawada Coffee in West Loop is a popular spot. Find them off N Green Street, close to public transportation. Happy me and Irene M. could get our matcha fix!

Really cool place to get a great latte and breakfast right down in the loop…read more Cinnamon buns looked amazing. Latte and cereal granola bowl were really filling. Husband got a breakfast sandwich which was hearty. Long lines, limited seating.

Sub standard shawarma. I tried it only because of the "halal" tag. Disappointed totally not worth…read moreit. But the folks at the next table were having sandwiches which looked sooooo much better. Then I tried the butter chicken samosa. The size looked awesome and they warmed it up. Big inside, it was full of squished chicken pieces, peas and rice!!! Horrible!

Never thought I'd be drinking carrot milk but this is straight fire. The matcha hibiscus is also…read morereally good. Come and get the unusual drinks you won't be disappointed.

Came here once and didn't try the food so I was excited to come back and try the food. Despite it…read morebeing after 12 PM, they still were only serving breakfast. The breakfast burrito was huge so it was a good bang for your buck. There is no meat in it though, that's an extra charge. I need to try the breakfast tacos, but I heard they were good. Service was also pretty fast. Both of our drinks (iced chai latte and the ladybird) were very good. The ladybird says that it has banana syrup but I could not taste it. It is double espresso so if that's what you like, definitely get that. The patio space is shared with the restaurant next-door, but it's very nice on WFH day or on a weekend.

Wormhole is weird but in a good way. The line was long but a lot to look at. Great coffee, fun…read moreretro vibes, and a DeLorean casually hanging out inside because apparently normal coffee shops are boring. Definitely worth a stop even if you're not trying to get back to 1985.

Not sure how Matt managed to get hired here, so I assume being rude is part of their training…read more After hearing great things about their coffee and being in town for a trip, I payed Wormhole a visit. I ordered 5 coffees one morning, and all the register guy did was write a few names on some cups and placed it down. I understand tipping culture is a divided topic of discussion, but at the end of the day, it is OPTIONAL. After pressing the skip button from what I believe to be non-tip worthy service, he threw a fit and said "Wow you're serious? After I did all that?" Meanwhile all he did was write names on cups. Now I would understand if he was the barista working hard to pump out the coffees, but two lovely ladies were in the back doing that. He shooed me and my friend out of line as we were still processing what he just said. The next customer orders and he had the audacity to talk about us to them while we're 5 feet away. Delusional as he was, he had the nerve to say we were holding up the line and made him do "all that work", and I could promise you, we knew exactly what we wanted to order the second we got up, and took no longer than 45 seconds. We also witnessed he got into it with another customer, so it seems like he's the problem here. Most wild service I have ever received, all for some milky coffees. I ended up tipping the lovely ladies in the back though. Be warned. There are much better spots.

Located in West Loop, Postcard has carved out its on unique space. Based on my visit, it's a…read morecombination coffee shop, cafe, and lounge; while each of those provide a unique experience, Postcard has meshed them altogether to create a great vibe. I stopped through late morning on a Saturday and there was no line for ordering That said, as it is located in a relatively compact space, seating was limited. The staff was friendly and once a line started to form, they did a great job of managing it. I opted for a cold brew coffee which was very tasty. My son had their espresso/tonic which was also tasty and refreshing. I did not try any of their food offerings but the items I saw other with looked delicious. Postcard is laptop-free space on Saturdays and Sundays so keep that in mind if you come here wanting to work on the weekend. I will definitely be back to check out more things from their menu.

Pretty solid coffee spot. It doesn't have much space for the amount of people, but we were lucky to…read morefind a spot. We tried: - Cold Brew w/House Cold Foam - Matcha Americano Solid cold brew, but nothing new as it comes to flavor. Just overall good cold brew. The Matcha Americano was overwhelmingly matcha - couldn't taste the americano.

Cafe Deko is my favorite coffee spot in Chicago! This was my first time at the Diversey location,…read morewhich is also nicely decorated in art deco and funky interior design- so my vibe! My hot latte was divine here and the vegan scone was also a great addition, I loved how it didn't feel too heavy, and seemed to be made with healthier, more whole ingredients without compromising on taste. The service was super kind and fast as well, I highly recommend checking out Cafe Deko!

Got the seasonal maple cinnamon latte Perfect amount of…read moresweetness Great work from home pl

Such a cute Palestinian-owned cafe on Wells. I've been a few times now and everything I've tried…read morehas been good. The OUD latte and pistachio latte are my favorites, and their scone is sooo good. The milk cake is also really good without being crazy sweet. Everyone working there has always been super nice and service is quick. It's pretty small inside, but I love sitting outside when the weather is nice. Good coffee, good desserts, and just a cute neighborhood spot.

I was in the area for a yoga class, and Oud Coffee & Cafe was recommended to me by the instructor…read moreand students. First thing that drew me in was the glass case of baked goods. There was a variety of sweets and savory items, and everything looked delicious. The banana bread pudding cinnamon roll and oreo cinnamon roll looked insanely good. I didn't have an appetite for food, so I will have to come back. I appreciated their expansive latte menu. They had a whole lot of specialty lattes to choose from. I went with an iced vanilla rose latte. When I stopped by around 9:45am, I found the place was busy. That said, I got my order in less than 5 minutes. Now the moment of truth... the latte was a fine vanilla latte, but where was the rose? Didn't get the flavor at all.