Gerry's Cafe is truly a happy place. I love seeing the employees enjoying their jobs and feeling proud of what they do. Everyone has an important job, especially those that greet the guests! They have a small menu of regular items and they also rotate new items in seasonally. They make a great Chai Tea, served either hot or cold. Their chocolate chip cookies are the best and big enough to share. For lunch, grilled cheese & tomato soup are my favorite! The Cafe is very clean and casual. read more

I have heard of here and wanted to support, it was a great experience, they started with a hello as I walked in, let me look at the menu and when I was ready they were there, easy ordering and received my order quickly, coffee and blueberry muffin were great, everyone was so nice!! read more

Gerry's cafe is a community-focused coffee shop that provides employment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It offers a variety of beverages, baked goods, and breakfast and lunch. It is located at the end of a strip mall, with plenty of parking. The service was the highlight - caring , efficient and extremely positive. I had a cinnamon latte and was not disappointed . The best part is the cafe's mission and I will definately return. read more

Gerry’s Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

The people working there were so kind and helpful explaining the menu to me! I got an iced blueberry latte and a blueberry muffin and WOW! Truly one of the best blueberry lattes I've ever had, perfect amount of sweet, great coffee itself, and the fresh blueberries on top was lovely. The blueberry muffin was so soft and jam packed with blueberries. Very cute and clean place. I can't wait to come back! read more

Amazing! I love their lattes, regular & decaf. Just tried the blueberry muffin. Bought it to share. My husband is lucky he got a bite. Jam packed with blueberries. Lightly sweet. Oh my gosh, my new favorite. Staff is so friendly! We will be back, again, and again, and again! read more

What a gem! Of course the concept and mission are a no brainer, but I was surprised by how great the menu and ambiance was! There were so many options to choose from and our selections were delicious. I was particularly impressed with the gluten free blueberry muffin - wow, seriously one of the best I've ever had. And the latte was perfect! The cafe is located in the end unit of a strip mall on Arlington Heights Rd. There's plenty of parking and even some outdoor seating. The interior is very modern and clean. The staff is quick to great you when you walk in and there's tons of seating to choose from. This would be the perfect place to work remotely. It's counter service with no cash-pay option. Overall everything was spectacular and we will be back many times! read more

This is a nice independently owned coffee shop and comes in handy if you are in the area and want to try something new. It's neat and tidy and the line moves quickly. read more

Gerry's Cafe is such a wonderful addition to the area! The staff is friendly and so welcoming! I walked in and was greeted right away with a nice handshake and warm welcome! What a way to be to greeted! There are so many options available from just regular coffee, crafted lattes and blended coffee drinks, to teas of all types, and even lemonades and hot chocolate! That's not the only highlight here - the baked goods is DELICIOUSLY ADDICTIVE! My favorites are the cinnamon scone, oatmeal chocolate chip cookie, M&M cookie, and the pumpkin scone. There's also breakfast sandwiches as well as lunch sandwiches! I love the Big Ed Sandwich - double-bacon layered between our roasted turkey, cheddar cheese, tomatoes, dressed with buttermilk ranch, fresh greens on toasted sourdough. It was not a skimpy sandwich either, I had 1/2 at lunch and the other 1/2 for dinner! The most beautiful thing about Gerry's Cafe is that exceptional individuals with intellectual disabilities are employed here and I've never had better experience anywhere else! read more

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My sister and I went to breakfast here this morning (3/1/25) and enjoyed a chai latte and a vanilla oat latte (thank you for carrying milk alternatives!!) with a Wakey Wakey Eggs and Bakey and Papa Nicholas sandwiches- and we were in love! The staff welcomed us with open arms and service was so friendly! We were welcomed as soon as we walked in the door, and made sure to wish us a good day when we left. The establishment was so clean and bright making it a very welcoming atmosphere as well. We will be returning and sharing with friends so they can come visit! FYI - this is a cashless establishment, card only. But we were perfectly fine with that! :) Thank you Gerry's Cafe crew! read more

Gerry’s Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

Coffee was excellent, food was great, and the ambience was fantastic. They totally gutted out the old Starbucks. Everything inside is brand new. It is non profit and the employees are just great. Be patient when you order. They were featured last week in the Daily Herald informing people about this location. My experience was very moving. My spin class group stayed talking for over an hour. He took our pictures for his special media page. Don't miss it. read more

I ordered a latte, breakfast sandwich, and a cookie. Everything was delicious!! The cookie was loaded with chocolate. The team members that served me had a little banter about what was available on the menu, which was helpful. Then the barista shared some history with me about the cafe and mentioned that she had Down's syndrome, like the namesake of the cafe. Great food and great staff!! read more

Gerry’s Cafe - The Arlington breakfast sandwich (sausage, egg, and cheese), M&M cookie, caramel latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

When I heard about the concept for Gerry's Cafe, I was excited and wanted to support the restaurant. I got the opportunity to go the other day, and I was very impressed by the service and the level of professionalism shown. I ordered the hot dark chocolate and the Big Ed sandwich (turkey and bacon on sourdough bread). My mother came with me and ordered the grilled cheese sandwich. Both sandwiches were really good and use high quality ingredients. The food and drinks cost a little more, but it goes to support a good cause, so I was happy to pay a little extra. For dessert, I ordered a chocolate chip cookie and an apple cider duffin. These desserts were moist and flavorful. I highly recommend Gerry's Cafe and wish then many years of success! read more

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A hard-working staff and really nice menu, which includes a variety of drinks, pastries, sandwiches and more! Alison did a great job taking my order and double checking that all the details were correct. I love having a new coffee shop in the area, and love that it's a nonprofit. Wishing Gerry's Cafe and it's employees lots of success! read more

Gerry’s Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

Very clean and good service. My iced latte, cold brew, and iced tea were all very good!

Cute little coffee shop and much more shop. Will be back! Very comfortable inside or outside read more

It's natural to worry about the future when you're a parent. When you have a child with special needs, it's a whole different ballgame. Don't know what exactly the future holds for our son, but seeing people create opportunities in our town feels so good. I had a pumpkin latte (better than Starbucks!) and our kids had some bakery items-- they were all delicious! The menu has a ton of things to choose from and a great variety. Celebrate neurodiversity and support Gerry's Cafe, Brewing Opportunities. A lot of potential future employees are counting on you read more

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An extremely positive atmosphere, can't explain how happy the staff made us. The scones and coffee were great too

This place is amazing! Fast service, delicious food, and very clean inside!! We love supporting this amazing place. The whole restaurant vibe is about inclusivity. The staff is very professional and hard working! It is a very personable experience. read more

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An amazing place with an incredible mission, good coffee and food. Stop in and support the great people who work there and deliver amazing customer service and a top notch environment. read more

Great little spot for coffee, tea, etc. I had a delicious muffin. I especially love that. This is a place that hires people from Clearbrook. Unlike some coffee shops, when you order you get the biggest smile. Delivery is good. I'd highly recommend trying Gerry's. read more

Nice place for a cup of coffee and a quick breakfast sandwich. Very friendly staff. Thank you. read more

Gerry’s Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

PSA: SKIP PANERA. The food at Gerry's is top notch. First time customer and I will 100% be returning. Love a good sandwich. The Big Ed is DELICIOUS! The cold brew is solid and I love that you can choose from a selection of flavors to add. Also, I don't think I have ever been in an establishment as clean and friendly as Gerry's Cafe. Their crew was amazing and I cannot wait to bring my friends and family! Just go, you won't regret it! They have a great selection of tumblers and zip-ups too! read more

I met a friend here for coffee this morning. I had some tea and a delicious chocolate chip scone, ordered at the counter. We got our order almost immediately. The staff was very friendly and stopped by to check on us at our table. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming. read more

Great food and ambiance. So good to see people with many abilities contributing to the community!

Gerry's has an amazing mission - to employ adults with disabilities to serve the community a Cup of Joy! Their food is delicious and always served with a smile! Stop in today and see for yourself. You'll be glad you did. read more

I don't think I have enough words of how amazing this place is not only is the food and drinks great, the people are wonderful! I go into Gerry's all the time on my lunch break so I am so happy we have something close to walk to ! Rachel is amazing she always has a smile on her face and knows me by name from the first time I came in as a new customer ! Missy is amazing as always ! Along with everyone else there just to many to name but this place is definitely my favorite! I recommend everyone trying they're new cold sandwiches you get chips and pickle for low cost! & they are yummy!!! read more

Gerry’s Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

Everything about this cafe is wonderful. It is a very clean and well maintained space and the food is great. And the people who manage and run the cafe are a blessing to me. I'll be back! read more

Just found this place today and absolutely love it. Food and coffee were delicious and fresh. I had an oat milk latte, a Gerry's classic, and an orange and cranberry scone. The staff, who happen to have developmental disabilities, were friendly, serving the delicious food they prepared with a smile. read more

Very tasty coffee & sandwiches and the staff is excellent. Fun, relaxed vibe and the place is spotless. Love supporting this mission! Our new go-to cafe! read more

Gerry’s Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

I really wanted to give Gerry's a 5 star review because I love their mission. After my first visit I can say that they're a great addition to Arlington Heights. The store is immaculate and nicely decorated. The menu is just right for a cafe and has lots of choices. The staff was just wonderful. Good service with a smile. I was there at about 3:30 pm looking for a to-go salad that I'd have later for dinner. I had a Mediterranean salad which was fresh and tasty. read more

Gerry’s Cafe - Mediterranean salad - very fresh, and the dressing was great. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois

While slightly overpriced in comparison to mainstream competitors i.e. Starbucks, dunkin their beverages and sandwiches were still very good. Menu has wide selection of drinks and sandwiches. The vibe gave off very chill whether you're stopping by do work or catching up with friends. Last but not least the mission this establishment stands behind is truly heartwarming knowing they offer competitive pay for workers with disabilities read more

Gerry's Cafe is definitely a great place that I would recommend to anyone who considers going. Their sandwiches, soups, and coffee are phenomenal, and they also have great outdoor seating too. I'd definitely give it 10/10. read more

The whole purpose of this place is wonderful! What an amazing addition to the community. Also, the coffee is literally the best I have ever had in my life. I told my mom I wanted it for Christmas if they sell their coffee. If you don't sell it, you should think about it, pretty please. Friendly staff and the soup was great! Can't wait to go back and try more! read more

Nice new cafe. I stopped in for just a cup of drip coffee, though they have many drink and food offerings. The coffee was excellent. Easily one of the best cups of drip coffee I've had. Nice flavor, very smooth, no burnt after taste. I'm not in that area more than 1 or 2x per week, but I'll stop in for a cup when I am. I do wish they opened earlier during the week so I could grab a cup after a morning workout before heading to the office, but maybe that will change once the store has more traction. read more

Great place to have coffee. Very organized and quick service. Lots of free parking. Attentive staff. Will definitely be back. read more

Amazing food happy employees . Awesome place to zen out and relax and recharge your battery's and grab a cold brew or lemon aid . Support a good cause and amazing awesome hard working staff who put in long hard hours especially Hanna and Sam and kat keep a look out for them and let's not forget Rachel And Bret there hard working go getting team . Who all employees are friendly and make you want to come back again and again, I recommend the husky ham and grilled cheese tomato soup and try there scones while your at it . Don't forget your Gerry's swag to support them ! read more

Great coffee which I enjoy often:) Ada compliance is huge for us because my daughter is in a wheelchair. The cafe is large with plenty of room for her to move around. The young adults that work Here are well versed in what they are doing and are extremely friendly. read more

Great coffee shop. Very similar to a Starbucks, but staffed by adults with special needs. Get a great cup of coffee and sandwich and feel good about it. read more

I like to work and make money. Cause I was hired in June cause I passed my test for the job.

Loved my white chocolate mocha from Gerry's Cafe; not too sweet and just the right amount of white chocolate flavor! I will be back and bring my friends! Great, friendly service, too read more

Gerry’s Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Arlington Heights, Illinois