Kiubo open only over the weekends is definitely a coffee shop that you should stop by! I loved the…read morequemaditas latte. It was very warm, autumnal to drink on a cold winter morning. The staff members are very friendly and even helped me heat up the ham and cheese croissant! The Kiubo community center is a joint collaboration with a flower shop and souvenirs shop. May sure to check them out!

Retail collective called KIUBO started by 3 aspiring millennials. Coffee is exclusively sourced…read morefrom cafe de mujeres Mexico. The space is design from their travels in Mexico and looks amazing- see pics. Flowers also on-site We had the elotito - a cappuccino with a distinct presence of elote. Perfectly sweetened with silky smooth frothy milk. You feel all the TLC they put in opening this place. You should check it out this is not just another coffee shop. This is local, distinct and cool. Highly recommended.

Sputnik is truly a gem! The food is 10000/10. Their breakfast sandwiches are sooo goood. The coffee…read moreis also perfect! Sputnik never disappoints

Found this place by accident while I was in the area. It's got this cool coffee-brewery setup where…read moreyou can actually see how they make everything and the Russian space theme is a nice touch. Right up my alley. I got an almond croissant and a hot chocolate. The croissant came out warm, crispy on the outside, soft and flaky inside. The almonds made it even better, adding a crunch and nutty flavor in every bite. It's the small details that just makes the whole thing different. The hot chocolate was rich, creamy and it had an after taste that I couldn't figure out but it matched perfectly with the croissant. The guys working there (pretty sure they were the owners) were super friendly and easygoing. Only thing is, they take their time with the drinks but you can tell it's because they actually care about what they're making. Totally worth the wait. Perfect spot to slow down and start your morning.

I think that the term "hidden gem" is often over used. However, there are still some places where…read morethe term definitely applies. Dulce Cafe Cubano is most certainly one of them. This is a small sandwich shop on Chicago's southside making some amazing food. First, the food I excellent. I tried the jibarito, medianoche (similar to a cubano, but with an egg) and the tripleta. I liked all them, but my favorite was the tripleta. I loved that all of the flavors of the meats seemed to work together. Also do not skip out on their pastries and drinks. I especially recommend the frappe. Second their food is a great value. I believe that none of their sandwiches are more than $11, with many of their less than $10, and I think, most of, if not all, of their drinks are less than $5. You get a good bang for your buck here. Third, the staff is friendly and service is fast. You order at a window and wait for your food to be ready. I felt that my food was ready super fast and it was very fresh. In sum, this is a must visit hidden gem.

This place is great! I got a jibarito steak sandwich and my bf got a Cubano. Both sandwiches were…read moreso clean tasting. The jibarito was nice and crunchy and the steak was seasoned just right. The Cubano was great! Im always afraid to order it because ive had one taste like too much pork. This one did not taste too porky at all. To drink, we had a passion fruit juice and a watermelon juice. They were both so fresh! The passion fruit juice was just as sweet as you thought it would be. The staff was so friendly and they make sure you have what you need to enjoy your food.

I like coming here occasionally as I live closeby. But it's worth the trip if you don't, all the…read morebaked goods and sandwiches are of a very high quality. The shop is very cute and there is outdoor seating. Service is good, sometimes it feels like there's a bit of chaos in terms of who is making what but I've always been treated well by employees. My one complaint would be I wish they weren't card/phone only. Sometimes I just have cash.

Finally made it here on a stop back home from midway!…read more My cinnamon latte was delicious and indulgent. Got the Brazilian truffles as a little treat for my gluten free husband. Stole a bite and enjoyed that as well. I got a chocolate covered pastel de nata. I wanted so much to like it but it could just not compare to the ones I had in Portugal. I'm sure if I had not been to portugal I would have loved it.

Cozy little spot with lots of cute stuff to purchase or just look at. The empanadas were light and…read morecrispy, filled just enough. The chicken sandwich had so much flavor. I am definitely going back. Always a pleasure to be acknowledged by the staff and they are so sweet.

Haven't seen many Puerto Rican restaurants on the south side, and this one is the only one in the…read moreMcKinley Park area. If you're looking for Puerto Rican food and in the area, it's a decent spot which is why it gets 4 stars. The Jibaritos were tasty and so was the arroz con gandules! I think the restaurant is a unique concept: it's a combination of a small Christian book store and a home-like cafe combined with a Puerto Rican restaurant. The menu is small. The servers are kind and bring the food quickly.

Second location I have visited! Had to travel around the city a bit and arranged to meet a friend…read morehere. Have loved both visits service is helpful and for a small place they're using tablets for their servers and handled a totally custom order without problems! (It probably helped they weren't busy yet.) We hung around for a while on a weekday and though it was getting crowded we weren't rushed to leave. I loved the creative use of dark-stained wooden crates to deal with an extra large window that may have been 'too-open' had it been left like just as a window. (I know, weird thing to notice.) Would absolutely come here or try another of their locations again.

The drinks are good, although some are on the sweeter side, so definitely ask questions about what…read moreyou're ordering if you prefer something less sweet. The chilaquiles are very good! As for the service, it's kind of hit or miss depending on the waitress you get.

This place is incredible, some of he best matcha, and the cold brew is bomb…read more Plus it's a local run spot, what's not to love!

Eggs & cheese bagel's only flavor came from the everything seasoning on it. Everyone raved about…read morethe drinks but I thought they were average at best. Masala chai tasted way better than the chocolate one but wasn't enough incentive for me to return.

Yum coffee treat and the people in there were so nice. Horchata iced coffee yum and not expensive…read moreyay

Friendly workers, food is always good, and the Frappuccino's never disappoint, I'll always go back…read morefor the item itself

What sets this coffee shop apart is the over-the-top fin de siècle interior. The operators really…read moreput a lot of thought into the design. My out-of-town friends love it. It's cool, but if you're like me and like modern interiors or at least historically authentic spaces, this may not be your thing. This place is usually busy. Sometimes we can't find a seat and have to go elsewhere. When it's packed, the space can feel too rushed and noisy for us. It can be hard to converse or hard to just read and sip a cup for an hour. The coffee is more old-school, comforting, and predictable than you'd find at a third wave shop. I was disappointed with the last cup I had which tasted as though flavoring was added either to the beans or perhaps from a residual preparation. For a purist, this can be a let down. It's great that they offer a few pastries and light sandwiches, although they are a little pricey for the portions. The counter staff and baristas are usually very friendly.

Very good iced coffee needs nothing goes down smoothly…read more Staff is friendly and welcoming The place is busy but was happy to find a open seat outside

Wow I almost want to gatekeep this place bc it's nearly perfect - amazing extensive menu with yummy…read morespecialty drink options. I got a delicious coquito latte with lavender cold foam (coconut lavender combo!) and the rajas and cheese breakfast wrap really hit. Can't wait to return. Very cozy inside, not a ton of seating. Many regulars in the morning, I hope I get to be one of them!! Excellent service & nice baristas.

I decided to try this place after seeing the reviews, and while the coffee itself was good, the…read moreexperience was a little underwhelming. I ordered a drink with cold foam, only to find out after my drink was handed to me that the cold foam wasn't available. I wish they had mentioned that when I ordered so I could've chosen something else. As for the atmosphere, it definitely feels like a locals spot, and it was pretty evident who the regulars were some friendlier than others. We happened to sit next to an influencer who didn't seem too pleased with our presence, which made things a little awkward. Overall, the coffee was good, but the experience didn't quite live up to the reviews I had seen. I'd maybe go back and try something else.