I'm amazed to say that we found this gem by accident while heading to another place. Man-oh man were we lucky! Walking in, I was enthralled. The place is gorgeous. A little dark but reminiscent of a European bistro. The walls, the floor, the space... and the food? It was everything we needed. We were greeted and seated immediately, someone else brought water quickly, and the waiter came back soon to take our drink order of bloody Mary and a mimosa. So yummy and hit the spot. The menu mentioned that crepes were a favorite so we ordered savory lunch crepes. It was hard to choose but i ended up with SPARTA crepes, and my SO ordered the BERLIN. They were both delicious. Sparta featured chicken, feta, spinach, tomatoes & mushrooms. Ahh. Berliners must like turkey, provolone, tomatoes and avocado... also amazing. The whole meal was super quick and I would have stayed longer if I had planned our parking situation better. That might be the only negative factor ... limited parking close by. But the street parking was worth every penny. If you're interested in a beautiful experience I recommend Iguana Cafe. It's also family friendly but wasn't sure if it was wheelchair accessible since there are a couple of steps to get in the front door. read more

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First time trying Iguana Cafe after having walked past many times! Tucked in the heart of River West, this cafe serves a variety of food and drink, including pizza, pasta, crepes (sweet and savory), breakfast items, and a full bar. The ambiance on a Friday night was fairly quiet, and we were seated right away without a reservation. Service was nothing special. The smoked salmon salad and truffle pasta were standouts, would definitely be back for these. read more

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Definition of a hidden gem. I had never heard of this place other than my friends who came here one year ago and were still talking about it that we had to come back. I was expecting it to be more of a cafe vibe but felt more restaurant than cafe to me which I liked! The menu is quite a variety.... Crepes, sandwiches, and wraps but also pastas, and it all sounded quite good. Several of my friends got the raspberry latte which looked delicious! I got the cup of chili and then split 2 crepes with my friend. These are HUGE and well worth the price. We got the Budapest as a savory option and the almond joy as a sweet and they were both sooooo good. Our waitress even brought us new plates in between. Great spot and I'll have to come out of my way to come back here! read more

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Warm and cozy is the vibe here. Available for breakfast lunch and dinner a variety of cocktails, beer, coffees, and tea. We ordered a couple of appetizers. The Mediterranean feast and smoked salmon. The portions are large and very shareable. For lunch in order the beats and Barada salad and the black truffle pasta. Delicious, nicely portion. Highly recommend the dessert crêpe that they are known for. Delicious !! Pricing here is extremely reasonable. Service is very warm and inviting. read more

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I stopped into Iguana Bistro and Café and walked into a space has that cozy, relaxed charm that makes you want to sit back, sip, and stay awhile. Now let's talk food.......the pasta portions are no joke. Big, flavorful, and clearly made with care. I had one of their pasta dishes and it was delicious from start to finish. Comfort food done right! The dessert was another win..... just the right balance of sweet and satisfying without being too heavy. And the drinks? My French martini was perfection. It was smooth, balanced, and the kind that makes you immediately say, "I'll have another." The service was friendly and warm, and you can tell they take pride in what they do. It's got that genuine European hospitality that feels hard to find these days. If you're looking for a spot with great food, generous portions, and a relaxing, European-style café feel, Iguana Bistro + Café is absolutely worth the visit. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Had to run it back and go again. Definitely shared the pasta and the crepes. Service was awesome and the music was soft read more

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(Kari's Rating 8/10) Give me some friends after a adult, gymnastics classes, the place was relatively good. I remember the salad being very fresh and delicious with the right ratio of salad dressing to leaves. There's an actual iguana here, which is really funny. The staff was relatively nice, and we had a larger group and we were able to get seated right away. I wouldn't come out of my way as I don't live in the area, but I do remember the Caesar salad being delicious. read more

I stopped in with my friend last week and they didn't disappoint. Their service was quick and efficient, ambiance is low lit and cozy, and the food was really good. I loved that menu had so many different options. Spicy four cheese dip, 3/5. Seafood Mac and cheese, 5/5. Florentine, 6/5. Chicken pesto, 5/5. Brownie a la Mode, 10/5. European dream waffle, 2.5/5. Martinis, 5/5. read more

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I have been past Iguana Cafe countless time in my strolls on Halsted but never made the leap to stop in but I can now say I am so DELIGHTED I finally got the opportunity to give this family business a try! To start, the service was great! Our server was fast, efficient, and knowledgeable about the menu items. He even offered us some suggestions and his personal favorites! My friend and I ordered martinis and both were potent with good flavor that did the trick but weren't too powerful to enjoy. For food: Spicy 4 Cheese Dip: Minimal kick and tasty hot cheese and a good crunch from the chips. You can never go wrong with hot cheese. Seafood Mac n Cheese: Yummy saucy baked mac n cheese jam packed with lobster. I loved that they were generous with the lobster and each bite had me humming. So yummy and personally a menu highlight. Florentine: A tasty cream based pasta served with check breast, spinach, and mushroom. The pasta was extremely creamy and the vegetables allowed additional flavor. Chicken Pesto: Pesto sauce over spaghetti noodles. This dish was creamy and bold with pesto/basil flavor and tender chicken breast. I kept coming back for more bites it was so yummy. Lastly for dessert we had the brownie a la mode. Talk about a dessert. A warm brownie topped with ice cream all of which completely melting in your mouth after each. If you don't try anything else YOU MUST TRY THIS. Overall, Iguana is a must try that will leave you hungry for more. Same time next week?? Can't wait to get back read more

There is a reason this restaurant has so many 5 star reviews! Service was great and the time to receive food was fast. The blended mojito and iced latte were very good. The portions were large. read more

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The food was good but it's less of a cafe and more just a restaurant. Not really Conducive to getting work done. read more

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The seafood Mac and cheese was advertised as an appetizer. It was so large I could barely finish it. It came out piping hot and was soooo savory. Each bite was of heaven but I had to save some for later. Try their pumpkin spice cappuccino! It's like a cup of coffee made from home. I'm not sure how long they'll have it for. It's very European/cafe/bar modern inside. Mood lighting always, letting in just enough sunlight on a sunny day. read more

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The sparta crepe ($15) was like pancake texture, on the softer side. Chicken was dry. The chipotle mayo was nice though! They let us stay for an extra hour to do work, smooth wifi read more

Iguana Cafe - Sparta Crepe - Creperies Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Stopped here for some drinks and apps. These were delicious apps. We didn't get full meals so I can't speak to this but if they put this much into their apps the main course must be awesome. Inside was so cool. I loved the art work on the walls and the set up. Would be a great place for a date. Unfortunately I was with a coworker. But I felt the pressure to fall in love with him, or at least go back to his place. read more

Went to Iguana Cafe today to try some new food! I was very excited about the crepes. We tried: 1. Espresso Martini - this was super nice! Very well made and I enjoyed it a lot 2. Bloody Mary - presentation on point. 3. Amsterdam Crepes - I am vegetarian so this option was nice! It had a lot of red bell pepper and tomato, and I added some mushrooms as well because I love them haha. Service was super quick! We didn't even have to wait to get a table. The ambiance of the place is very nice and cute. Felt very European. read more

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Great place for a sweet crepe and coffee! They have greek food, which makes it one of the few places in the area. Friendly staff and clean space. We will return for dinner or lunch to try the food. read more

I have been coming here on business every year since 2017. The pastas here are generous and delicious! However, this time I decided to order the fig, beets & burrata salad and added grilled chicken. It was unfortunately a let-down -- though the chicken was well-seasoned, it was overcooked and hard. The salad, which came drizzled in balsamic, lacked sufficient dressing. I had to ask for additional dressing. My friend who ordered the smoked salmon salad enjoyed his -- I took one bite and was immediately jealous that my salad paled in comparison to his. I typically order an espresso martini with my meal every time I dine here, because in the past, it had always been good. Sadly, my martini was too creamy and lacked the punch you get from the espresso. It hardly tasted like espresso at all! At such a milky consistency, I couldn't even finish it. It was disappointing. Hopefully better luck next time! read more

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The food was amazing as always. It's a really great place to eat. the ambiance is very relaxed (wish I saw the iguana but sadly he was hiding) The server was really nice and great! However the drinks seemed a little off and my soda was flat and extremely sour. read more

Cannoli crepe and coffee drinks were good. Unfortunately the Caprese crepe and Amsterdam crepe were really underwhelming. The space/decor is cute and appears to have so much potential but unfortunately the food was subpar. The service was fine but sadly we didn't feel very welcome and the servers honestly looked a bit depressed. I'm sad for this place as it seems to have so much potential. read more

Great spot for a casual meal! I went for lunch and it was the perfect portion and pretty good food! We started with the seafood dip and I got a sandwich. The bread and pita for the dip were fresh which was a great touch! The dip itself was good, a bit fishy tasting though. I got the Napoli sandwich and it was great! The food is also priced super reasonably compared to places in the area so it makes it an easy spot to just pop in for an easy meal. The pastas also looked very good and I'd love to go back and try a crepe for breakfast! The atmosphere is a bit dark inside and outdated but the servers and staff are so friendly and very attentive. We will definitely be back, I'm excited to try breakfast! read more

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Went for lunch ... first time visit. The room is lovely with it's dark tones. I ordered the tomato basil soup with crumbled feta and the Amsterdam crepe with ham added. My husband ordered a bowl of the chili. The chili was very good. The tomato-basil was good but the crumbled feta was actually large chunks. The major fail was the crepe. The taste was overwhelmed by the peppers and the olives. I could not taste the Gouda or cheddar (of which there was a minimal amount). The service was okay 'though when the server saw me "deconstructing" the crepe at the end of the meal, she asked if everything was okay. When I replied that I wouldn't order this again, she just turned and walked away. Maybe I'd go back for a drink because the bar looked nice and cozy, but I wouldn't rush back for a meal. read more

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This place is a hit. Location is a bit of a problem with very little parking but once you get in, the lights are dimmed and there is a great view of the iguana cage nestled in the upper left hand corner of the place. Ambiance is great, candles on each table and a nice classy look all around. We ordered the banana foster crepes with Nutella. Very thin made to order layers of banana and chocolate. We also ordered a latte. Both were great. Very fresh, they add lots of Nutella, a healthy serving and customer service is excellent with the staff constantly checking on tables. If you like desert and Nutella, this place is a must! Everything is made to order and you can tell the quality of ingredients is perfect. Check this place out ASAP! read more

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Lovely cozy restaurant! I'm surprised I didn't try it earlier. It might look super discreet from the outside, but you will be surprised with the amazing food and the friendly staff. Our favorite was the pesto pasta and the croissant sandwich. Will definitely come back to try more things on their menu! read more

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Charming venue. Comfortably priced and great food. Had salmon sandwich and tiramisu. Waitress was pleasant and efficient. Nice menu variety. Need to come back. read more

Catching up on reviews, I was here quite some time ago so I don't remember details. I do remember thinking that everything about it, the space and service, etc was lovely and had wondered why I'd not been there before. We were on our way to a concert and, as we were early, decided to get a coffee. We yelped nearby places and enjoyed wonderful espressos and cappuccinos. Will definitely go back for a meal! If memory serves me, they had plenty of vegetarian/pescatarian options. read more

Came here for Sunday dinner and it was a horrible experience. I came here with my good friend and we ordered a savory and sweet crepe, and we specifically requested a vegan salmon crepe (aka no milk). They messed up the salmon crepe, and when we told them, they were nice enough to make us another and took back the original. When the remake back 20 min later, it came with chipotle mayo... which also has dairy. She said screw it and skipped the meal, and I finished half of if. The sweet crepe never came out, and when we told the waitress she thought we somehow replaced the original salmon crepe for another salmon crepe? I don't know. But then when we went to pay we were charged two salmon crepes and a sweet crepe. We told them the issue, that we literally never received a sweet crepe and got a replacement savory, but they were up in arms about having to make two even though they can't follow directions. The food was ok, service horrible, we wasted so much time trying to correct the order. I would not recommend this place. read more

LOVE. One of my favorite dessert places in the city and was a go to spot in undergrad (right by UIC). The waffle and crepes are recommended and definitely filling! It's a good place to bring a date too because the lighting is low key and romantic. The ambience and decor is modernistic and there is an iguana cage but have never actually seen one so not sure what is up with that.... Service is a little slow but still giving five stars because the wait is worth it. I have heard the coffees give a good "taste of Europe" so will have to try that next time. Another plus is that there are outlets available and they are open late. read more

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We were looking for savory crepes near us. Iguanas Cafe came up. We got there just as they were opening. Within a few minutes, more people came in. It has a nice European decor. We ordered the sparta with add-on smoked turkey and monte carlo crepes, americano and caramel latte. Food and service were good. read more

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Stopped by early Saturday and it was pretty empty. Had their mimosas and their crepes; Zurich and Pantheon - they were yummy! Danka took care of us and was very knowledgeable of the menu. They have a nice ambiance, creative wall art and even an iguana! read more

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Iguana Cafe hands down has the best crepes in the city. If you're looking for some European flair head to Iguana!! (looking at all the girlies who vacationed in Europe this summer). I'll save you time on your order because the cannoli crepe is simply genius and transports you straight to the heart of Italy. Grab one of those and a freddo cappuccino and you are LIVING. It is truly the best dessert crepe I've ever had in my life!! Would 10/10 recommend Iguana for breakfast, lunch or dinner! read more

Boooooooooooooooo! The meal I had here was the most disappointing meal I've had in quite some time. When I ordered, I'm sure I was ravenous because I ordered through Uber Eats. They had a high rating so I thought it was safe and I had really been craving some type of pasta with an alfredo and pesto-like​ sauce. I went with their spinach pesto pasta. Fast forward, the ​order comes and the dish is simply horrible - not even basic. I barely taste any alfredo or pesto sauce, even​ though it looks plentiful. Something in the sauce was ultra grainy and there's not even enough sauce to cover all the pasta. Sometimes ratings can be a trick with so many variables. PRO TIP: waiting to the last minute to order food is not the best bet. read more

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Love, love, love Iguana Café! Server Danka is always super friendly and polite and everything on the menu is good starting with beets salad or Cesar wrap and ending up with a crepe dessert with Nutella, bananas and strawberries! It's a bit quite there which makes it perfect for a date with a friend who you have not seen for a while and ready to catch up read more

Iguana is my to go place when I crave for pasta. Their pastas are creamier than most places I know. Must try: Carbonara Pasta with creamy white sauce topped with provolone cheese. This is more than enough for two girls (or not lol), I highly recommend just share one and get some appetizers. By far everything I tried here was good. Super cute spot for 4 people and under, limited seatings. There's also a bar for drinks. Street parking. read more

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Lattes with a kick of alcohol, crepes with nutella, ice cream, sweets, I mean nothing but great things here. I am from Los Angeles and we don't have anything like this out here or not that I know of. I've always enjoyed lattes with alcohol and they are pretty good here. I got to taste about three different ones and they were all good. I ordered the rum chata latte and loooved it! Great place for sweets and hot drinks in cold weather! read more

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Met some friends here while visiting the city. Love that this place is right by the blue train station. Walked in and it was empty, which surprised me with all the great reviews. But realized it was early evening on a rainy Monday. Also meant we got great service. Loved the atmosphere, this place would easily be great for a date night. I ordered the tortellini which was on special. It was delicious!!! Yummy, al debate and cheesy. It looks small, and I was hungry but I could only eat half. read more

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I feel like this is highly under-rated. I feel like writing this in Haiku form. Then again I may not. When I just want to get away from everything and just vegg out this is my spot. That being said Its also a good first date place, a 3 date spot. I found that the staff is interested in what you want to eat. I have basically tortured them with my requests to mix up the salads and put in different items from other salads and they abide by my requests and dont give me that weird vibe like i have just asked them to sacrifice my first born son or something. My favorite is the smoked salmon AKA "lox" salad. I added the AKA. They have a chard for $5.50. For those of you winos out there you will understand that this is a good thing. read more

What a great cafe!!! This was my first stop coming from O'hare to downtown Chicago. Service started off kind of slow at first. I probably sat around for 15-20minutes before a waiter came up to me to take my order. I wasn't too mad about it but I might have when I realized how good the food was. I just wanted to eat some kind of lunch quickly before continuing on to downtown Chicago but I ended up staying here for 2 hours! I ordered a white mocha latte, carbonara pasta, and the "Tempting Trio" crepe (nutella, banana, strawberries). Let's just say the portions are more than welcoming for its price. I had leftovers from the carbonara pasta and I would have had leftovers from the crepe too but I finished that with pride. There's alot of variety to the menu and I hope to come back one day and try more things! read more

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My Greek brought me home some leftovers last week and I was craving them since. Last nite we met there and had a chicken, tomato and provolone crepe, some tomato and mozz salad and the carrot cake is perfect. From the bar section, to the coffee station, yummy all the way around, and I mean that. Seriously devine. (and ya gotta love servers with accents) EDIT 3/31/07 I saw the yelp sticker on the door when i came in the other day. I love it here, my son loves it here, my friends love it here. The servers are NOT snooty. Just that hey're not from the South and wont "y'all" you on the way out the door. If you cant handle the service here, you're just not cool. The food is still awesome as when I found it, and I still love coming here - even after having everything on the menu. read more

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One of the best chicken Pesto sandwiches in the neighborhood. And the crepes I've had are all fantastic. Service is friendly, quick. I'm moving, and this is a place I had to have before Thanks Iguana! read more

The decor is amazing. It such a cute little cafe. But upon arrival, we took the hostess a moment to sat us down. That should have been a trigger that everything else was going to be a wait. It took awhile for our crepe to come out when we ordered it the same time as our other food items. Then afterwards, the waitress too so long that we didn't even bother waiting on her to ask for our check so we just paid at the counter instead. It could have been a 4-star if their service was a bit better. I had a croissant sandwich with sausage, egg & provolone. Nothing out of the ordinary. Simple and savory. The table got a hummus plate to share and the hummus was really creamy so it was pretty good. I would recommend sharing this as an appetizer. We also had the creamy caramel creations and the dulce de leche ice cream was what made it stand out. Really good crepe just wish there was more ice cream dab on top. Can't wait to try other crepes! read more

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