I really enjoyed the interior! Additionally, they have many fun drink and food options. The seasonal lattes are also really fun.

cute little local spot! Great service. Love that there's parking! Seats could be more comfortable!

Came in for their drinks and honestly was super happy with what I got! The space itself is unassuming from the outside since it's on the side of the main residential building. The vibe is inside is super bright and it's a unique WFH space. The service was quick and my barista was super nice and chill. I opted to get the black sesame latte with almond milk and light ice - it's delicious! It's a good balance between the coffee flavor and black sesame flavor. I also got the spring special which is the spring bloom tea with jasmine tea and pistachio paste/foam. It's so yummy and a unique way to enjoy the jasmine tea. It'd love to come back and try their matcha! read more

Heyday Eatery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Been seeing this place a lot on my IG feed, so I decided to swing by right after my nightshift. The first time I came, they didn't open until 9 am, even though it's advertised as open at 7 am. Nothing on their socials indicated the late opening so I waited in my car for a while until I had to eventually knock and the chef said when the actual opening was and I just decided to go home; total waste of time! Finally lucked out on second try. Really wanted to try the Benedict Jar but since the chef wasn't in yet, the menu choices were limited. I think it's a little wild for the chef to not be there during opening time, but maybe that's just me! I ended up getting their Heyday Plate and their holiday special hot chocolate. I was the only one inside at that time, so I got my order quick. The chef finally came in while I was eating my breakfast. Aesthetic wise, the food looked real good. Taste wise, it was alright. The poached eggs were cold, so it's safe to say they weren't freshly made. I did like the fermented house veggies. As for the hot chocolate, it was watered down...it lacked that rich chocolate taste. For to go, I got their strawberry matcha latte, and this was a little better, but the matcha could be stronger too. I'm still debating if I want to come back for the Benedict Jar, but the cold aesthetic, atmosphere and food are making me think twice. read more

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I've been wanting to try this place since it took over this spot! I liked the Intellegenscia that was here before so I was hoping for a nice new chill spot. I liked that the two employees said hello upon entering but kept working. As a barista myself, it shows how focused but still aware they are while making food/drinks. The display was cute. Def will come back for the chocolate cheesecake cuz it looked amazing! The macaroons looked so thick, that I was tempted. But the cute little custard jars called my name!! I got an iced matcha with vanilla and it was great! The vanilla was subtle but still present. Some places have a tendency to overpower the matcha but this was perfectly balanced. And I loved the hot water jar and ceremonial matcha set up they had! I wish I could've gotten a picture cuz it blew my mind! The custard was delicious! Nice crustalised sugar on top, sweet custard inside. The jar is a plus! I predict I will have more than a dozen of them by this time next year because I will definitely be coming back here! Welcome to the neighborhood! read more

Heyday Eatery - Catalan Cream - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The oat coffee I got was fine. Tasted a bit watered down and was about 90% milk. I wanted the protein coffee but they kept telling me I couldn't get it unless I got the combo. This was super weird as it was listed for its own price but you can only get it in a combo?? Service was also okay but I think everyone was training and didn't know what was going on. Overall pretty strange experience. read more

Cute cafe close to Wicker Park, great for socializing but less so for working. Came here for the drinks - I got the black sesame latte, which was lacking in flavor. I'd recommend the breakfast egg sandwich which was surprisingly good, but it doesn't look exactly like the pictures. Service is friendly and quick. read more

Heyday Eatery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Sesame Latte - Sesame flavor super strong. Very nutty and not too sweet. Benedict - A little difficult to eat but the flavor makes it worth it read more

Just leaving a review for the drinks -- they were terrible. Everything tasted watered down, and we tried several varieties. Unfortunately, all of them were bad. Miso Carmel Banana Oat Matcha All 1/10 it's that bad, I couldn't even finish it. read more

What a fun cafe! It's got a modern feel with the music and decor. It's funky in a really fun way. Some of the tables swivel! Definitely a unique vibe compared to other cafes in the area. And their food and drink offerings are also unique. For food we got their happy/poached croissant and scramble burrito. They seem to specialize in soft eggs because both food orders had a different kind of soft egg. The croissant was tasty but very gooey as the eggs are poached. Just make sure you have plenty of napkins! I like that there are pickled veggies on the side to balance out the meal and I really enjoyed the side of potatoes. The scramble burrito was also solid. The scrambled eggs are very soft so if you like that texture these are for you! Their heyday banana oat latte was solid but my favorite was the top cream latte iced! The cream was heavenly and the perfect amount of sweetness. Definitely worth checking out this cafe! read more

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[I left this review on Google maps first since it wasn't on Yelp yet] Service was terribly slow and the person taking the orders seemed very confused about the drink offerings. The wait was very long and my dirty iced matcha was mostly milk. I ordered a pastry that was also very dry. My visit was during the opening week, so I am hopeful that they have been able to workout the kinks, as there are way better options in the area. I was offered a certificate to make up for this experience, but I'm not interested in returning. read more

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New cafe in the West Town / Wicker Park area! Interior gives very artsy and modern vibes. Sitting feels a bit limited, or like it wasn't meant for big groups. For the food, we ordered the scrambled burrito and heyday plate. Both were overall okay. They looked amazing but fell a bit short on taste. The scrambled burrito was very creamy on top of creamy from the eggs, avocado, and aioli. The heyday plate had components that went really well together but it just felt like it was missing a main item. As for the drinks, we ordered the strawberry collagen matcha and the caramel miso latte. Both were very yummy and the highlight of the meal! The matcha was light but the strawberry balances it all well together. The caramel miso was also light so it was difficult to even taste, wish it was a bit stronger. It would also be nice if they offered alternative milks! We ordered through the self kiosk and they did not have options. Overall, it's a cute spot. Definitely coming back for drinks but food could use a bit more depth read more

Heyday Eatery - Scrambled burrito and heyday plate - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Such a cute spot for breakfast foods, desserts, and drinks! I stopped by today with a friend, and we were warmly greeted by staff. I got the breakfast egg sandwich which was perfectly cooked with fluffy eggs. The side of potatoes and pickled veggies were also terrific. I didn't get a drink today but would love to come back and try one of the many matcha offerings. There are also parking spots for customers which is super helpful. read more

Heyday Eatery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I usually don't leave poor reviews but this was upsetting since I was looking forward to trying. When I walked in the staff was not welcoming or dud not help when I asked about the menu. I was extremely disappointed with both the food and drink from Heyday. I got the caramel miso latte and it literally tasted like milk with no flavor somehow. The burrito was not presented as shown and completely soaked in the cream cheese. There was some avocado buried in the end of it. I spent 20 dollars plus tip to get better quality at a fast food place was just a bummer. The only reason why I'm giving 2 stars is because I liked the artwork inside. read more

Heyday Eatery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Aesthetic vibey place but it feels a lil superficial. Drinks were super mid and watered down. We got the miso caramel latte and black sesame latte and they looked amazing but they didn't taste like that at all. The ratios must have been off bc both of them tasted like sugar water lol read more

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Stopped into Heyday for an afternoon pick me up, and I'm happy to have checked this eatery out! Their matcha jasmine cheesecake has creamy molten center and gets more solid as you eat towards the exterior. Flavor is on the spot delicious! The hot black sesame latte doesn't have as much black sesame as advertied in the photo though. Let's talk about the ambiance. Modern, futuristic surrounding with large floral metal pieces everywhere. The bathroom looks like a science lab. Music is booming. Quirky vibes. The cashier is extremely sweet and welcoming. I'd come again for my next study session or breakfast for sure! read more

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Bright, clean and modern interior. Slightly slow service in the opening weekend but the super friendly staff made up for it. I enjoyed the matcha cheesecake w a cup of hot matcha latte a lot! Our family also got the breakfast sandwich (with yummy side of veggie pickles), iced black sesame latte and iced banana oat milk latte to share. Overall, a solid 4.5 star cafe. read more

Heyday Eatery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This is a new-ish place with cafe fare in a bright, modern, lemony-yellow space. What to order: Morning Bowl, hummus, house pickles. I can't quite place my finger on what cuisines HEYDAY is specializing in, but it feels a bit like whatever the owner likes to eat/drink/make, which might be from the Eastern-Mediterranean (use of labneh, hummus, tahini), Ukraine (syrnyky), Spain (Basque cheesecake, Catalan cream), or Japan (lots and lots of matcha). A refrigerated pastry case featured a tasty-looking chocolate cheesecake, and other chilled items. Service was very friendly; I got the Morning Bowl (egg of your choice with labneh, hummus, avocado, pickled vegetables, cucumber, edamame, and mixed greens) and the matcha coconut water. The food was well-made and well-seasoned; I particularly liked the beet hummus and pickled vegetables. If I were to nitpick, maybe labneh doesn't need to go on everything  (I'm sure you can ask for without) e.g. the breakfast burrito filling is just labneh and scrambled eggs which won't scratch that itch if you want a classic breakfast burrito. And the music was a bit loud. As someone already getting tinnitus, I'm sure turning down the volume will be good for everyone who works there, not just the customers. At any rate, I'll be back to try the syrnyky, cheesecakes, and coffee! read more

Heyday Eatery - Matcha coconut water - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Matcha quality is so good and not too sweet! It's nice and not overly milky. The cafe was cute and spacious! The only critique I have is that the milk was steamed before pouring it over ice, which caused the drinks to get a watery very quickly read more

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HEYDAY EATERY has the potential to become a great neighborhood breakfast spot. The food is fresh and genuinely good, and the coffee hits the mark--smooth, well-balanced, and exactly what you want to start the morning. The interior is also surprisingly charming, with interesting art pieces that give the space a creative, welcoming feel. That said, the experience still feels a bit like a soft opening. The counter shelf with desserts and ready-made items like yogurt or parfaits was noticeably half empty, giving the impression that the kitchen and prep routines aren't fully dialed in yet. Service was on the slower side as well, which reinforces the sense that the team is still getting into their rhythm. read more

All dishes with eggs (bfast burrito, bfast sandwich, and bfast bowl) were cold, so eggs not freshly made? Underseasoned. But pickled veggies were good. Not the most inviting atmosphere, I prefer a warmer feeling cafe. But service was great! read more

Heyday Eatery - Heyday Plate - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I live nearby and this is the best place to grab a quick tasty breakfast, treat, or drink. The Matcha Tiramisu jar is to die for!

You must try this place! Seriously. Nothing like that in Chicago. It's very European, like really European, not a cheesy Italian European. It's fresh and sooooooo tastyyyyyyy!!!! We have tried a few dishes and a few drinks... OMG!!!! Coffee-tonic!!! The food is fresh and delicious. They do drinks in 3 minutes, food in 6. It's real. Service is also great! read more

Heyday Eatery - Benedict jar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

this place is EXTREMELY german lol. from the bright yellow interior design, loud blasting 80s music, & central european spices (dill & salt) with pickled veggies. i appreciated that the coffees weren't oversweetened like typical cafes- the black sesame was actual black sesame, not black sesame drowned in vanilla. also had the banana oat, & the miso caramel. extremely subtle flavors all around. the desserts were the real stars of this place- i would return solely for the miso brownie & mille feuille. also tried the raisin spiral & tiramisu (the matcha here is gimmicky like most cafes rn. but fun if you want an instagram order) read more

Honestly pricing wise kinda crazy but food is very good. burrito has avocado in it. will buy again. read more

Heyday Eatery - burito - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The food was very tasty. I got the fluffy sandwich bun and it was delicious. I would recommend this place if you're interested in a quick and casual brunch meal. read more

This place just makes me so happy! Beautiful light yellow interior and deliciously-crafted desserts...like those macarons

Very cute cafe with healthy all day breakfast options. The people are super friendly and also got to speak with the owner! Definitely recommend- easy location with free parking. read more

Place feels gimmicky - website claims its 'fast-casual' and 'every dish is served in 6 minutes' but it took us 30min to get our food. Lattes were fast but we finished them long before the food came and they were nothing crazy. The food was also ok, everything pretty mushy - won't be coming back. read more

Great lattes and new opening!!! Love black sesame latte, they also have flower workshops!! The staff was sooo nice too.

Fun seating/decor/ambiance, friendly service, tasty drinks. A welcome addition to the neighborhood!

The service is so quick and the workers are so friendly! The interior is so cute and the ambiance is amazing.

The ambiance is unmatched! Also, high quality drinks and food. They have a wide variety of unique flavored drinks! A 10/10!!

Ambiance is amazing, a pretty fair amount of seating. I didn't get food but it looks delicious and fresh and the matcha is legit. Love Heyday!!! read more

Super cute space! Shared the plate w a friend and it was very yummy, also got a banana latte and it was super good, not milked down at all or tasted overly sweet. The workers were also kind. read more

Heyday Eatery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Yummy matcha and nice staff!!! My bf loved the strawberry basil lemonade. Ambiance was cool and it wasn't too packed. The food looked great but will have to try it next time! read more

Heyday Eatery - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This is a great Ukrainian cafe in a convenient spot. The place is bright and the menu is nicely curated. The food and matcha were flavorful and the sauce to our croissant was delicious. :) read more

really cool bright ambiance, with classic menu items that were delicious. I'll be coming back

So yummy! Very clean, modern space. House made strawberry syrup was delicious in a matcha and the added collagen is a plus. Staff was very friendly. read more

Heyday Eatery - iced strawberry matcha latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

So delicious, def something a matcha lover would enjoy. The service was great and staff is very kind - offer you suggestions! I also really liked the vibe and colors of the space, very modern read more

Heyday Eatery - Matcha coconut water - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois