Ambiance sold on this one. The interior is SO cool. Decor is so unique and cozy. A bit of a small…read moreshop but has a few tables for sitting in. Service is quick for stopping by and grabbing a drink to go. We got the Manila Matcha and the Pandan Paradise. Both drinks were on the pricier side with the Manila Matcha coming out to almost $10... A lot of drinks have a default option of macadamia nut milk, which I hadn't had before this, but the taste of the milk is a bit strong and almost overpowered the drinks. Both matchas were still yummy, and I would want to come back to try the rest of the menu.

I've since been back and it's just as good as before! The sago drink was a seasonal specialty so…read morealas no longer available. But their iced ube latte is one of the best in the city. The cafe vibes themselves are so cute! Ideal for meeting up with a friend (which is how I originally discovered this spot).

Charming little cafe serving delicious coffee creations as well as home made breads, pastries and…read moreauthentic Mediterranean delicacies such as baklava, feta fries. We had pistachio lates, a to-die-for Apple danish and yummy breakfast sandwich made with yummy homemade bread, eggs, salami, cucumbers and a sauce that was a perfect compliment. The sandwich was huge but I literally couldn't stop eating it. Hellen's was a fabulous hostess and answered all Our questions about some of the tempting menu items. There's an outdoor deck so we are planning a trip back so we can have breakfast lunch or dinner outdoors.

Visited on a Saturday morning and the place was packed! Not…read moresure if this place is usually like this or if TikTok blew it up, but regardless it was nice to see so many people supporting local business. We had ordered the Bek's bfast sandwich, the spinach and feta pastry, an iced pistachio latte and an OJ. Since it was quite busy, it did take a while to get our drinks and food. No biggie but I do hope that as the cafe gets more popular, they try to hire more people to help if possible. Unfortunately, the drinks we ordered were disappointing. The OJ was watered down and I couldn't taste any pistachio in the latte. However, the sandwich was really good! We did wait almost 30 mins though which kinda sucked but at least it was tasty. Also, let me be clear and this isn't your average sandwich. It's almost like a thin pita bread stuffed with salami, mozzarella, onions, cucumber and sauce. That bite you get from the onion was so good. I'd order it again. The spinach and feta puff pastry was also delicious. The feta was so creamy and the crust was perfectly buttery and flaky. If you're in a rush definitely try a baked good! Although I was a little let down by the drinks, I do believe cafe Libra is worth the visit. I think my visit was an off day and I caught them during a rush so I'd love to come back to try another drink, food menu item, or even some gelato.

Love this space! Half of it is a work from home space where a lot of people have laptops out and…read moreare working. The other half of the space is a book store with some great books and little trinkets. I opted to get a Ube Matcha and it was VERY good! Love that the ube was well balanced with the matcha. The baristas were kind and helpful to answer questions about the matcha/coffee.

I love books and I love coffee so this seemed like the perfect place. I was a bit disappointed that…read morethey didn't have skim milk but my cappuccino was very good. It was very popular place to be as many people were there. The bookstore part is a mostly curated collection of fiction, poetry and plays. If you are looking for a large selection, this might not be the place for you. However, if you are looking for a unique place to meet a friend, read and buy a book and enjoy good coffee, this fits the bill.

My boyfriend and I really enjoyed this lovely café! He recommended that I try the syrniki (the…read moreRussian/Ukrainian cheese pancakes), and we also ordered the cream cheese & garlic donut, Napoleon cake, a "Bumble" (orange juice + espresso), and a pistachio latte. Everything was delicious! I especially loved the cream cheese & garlic donut -- perfectly baked on the outside and filled with garlic-flavored cream cheese. So savory and satisfying! We enjoyed both the food and the drinks, and we were able to get some work done here as well. I'd love to revisit this amazing place to try more of their cultural dishes!

It is a cute little bakery with good but limited options for breakfast…read more Their coffee is amazing.. strong with a creamy texture. The Honey cake is amazingly delicious. A must try!! We got the 8 inch cake home as well for the birthday party. Service is good as well.

Good coffee. Clean bathroom…read more Limited food but good quality. Uncomfortable chairs. Baristas are hit or miss. I'd go there regularly if I lived close by. Certainly better than Starbucks.

My wife and I stopped by Groundswell Coffee Roasters during a morning coffee run on a recent trip…read moreto Chicago. We both got iced 16oz oat lattes for $6.56 each. I really enjoyed the oat milk that they use here and the espresso was strong. The person who took our order was very friendly as well. As it wasn't particularly busy on the Wednesday morning we stopped by around 8:00 a.m., our drinks were ready in only a few minutes. It's a shame I had just gotten breakfast elsewhere because the donuts in the pastry case looked really tasty, especially the apple fritters. Definitely would stop by again if I'm looking for a quick cup of coffee to go. If you're looking to get work done, there's plenty of seating inside as well. Unlike some cafes that have loud music blasting over the speakers, the background music here is not distracting at all.

What a cute concept and I adore the fact that they have vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar-free…read moredesserts that taste so so good! That brownie I had was delicious and actually satisfying for a sweet tooth like me! The rose latte was enjoyable and once again, they had gluten-free bread to offer for the sandwiches/paninis. Not only that, they are actually a dollar less than the regular one because they say it's smaller. Less - you read that right. Anywhere else they up-charge for the gluten-free version, even if it's just frozen Udi's. It wasn't so here! Note: their savory stuffed pastries like the spinach ones and potato ones aren't gluten-free because they're brought in by another vendor.

Had a pistachio Milk late and it was delicious. Their pastries are also very tasty and fresh…read more Lentil soup was also tasty Service was great staff greeted us on arrival and were very kind when taking orders. Answered all my questions on their vast menu. Cafe is small but clean. Very cozy and cute. Seating could be limited when it's busy.

Yall do I have a lot of regret for not grabbing an extra ube banana pudding. It's light, fluffy,…read morenot sweet, and quite like biting into a cloud (or what I would imagine a cloud could be if it wasn't truly what it's actually made out of..). I also regret not grabbing the Milo Coconut pudding too. The cookies were nice a soft and the banana slices were a nice touch The place was packed on a Sunday 11am, but that'd to be expected! The line moved pretty quickly. I got a longanisa egg musubi and so sorry, I inhaled it before I grabbed a pic.

It may be cold in Chicago (at the time of this review), but inside Kanin is like a warm hug and…read morebeing in Hawaii. After hearing the buzz about this place I had to check it out. Went on a weekday and so there was no lines or not much of a wait. Super friendly staff and the food is made to order. As for the food it's made to order. I had the chicken which is super tender and juicy as well as the pork belly dish that has a special sauce original to Kanin. Also picked up a bunch of Musubis. They have quite the variety! So far my favorite is the classic (spam!) and the one with Longanisa. Ube banana pudding is a must. I wanted to try the mochi but they didn't have it available the day I was there. Sad. But I'll be back!!! MAHALO!!!

First Slice Pie Cafe has been our favorite spot for Sunday Brunch since we moved to the area in…read moreSpring 2022. We love the food, the staff, and the full dining experience. First and foremost, the food is delicious and affordable. Win-win! My husband and I love everything on the menu, but we definitely have our favorites. My husband loves the buffalo chicken wrap and I love the caramelized onion and bacon quiche. Yum! He likes the side of chips and I love the side salad. The salad is the perfect sweet and savory combo with greens, apples, and vinaigrette. We love the staff! They are so friendly, helpful, and welcoming! We are so grateful for their kindness and professionalism! Prices are great, the space is delightful, and everything is clean! Plus, if you need items to go, they have all your needs! We like to get a full quiche to slice into pieces and put in the freezer for lunches at work throughout the week. We also like to get the pies for impressive items to bring to a dinner or gathering with friends. We love First Slice and how it is a staple of our Andersonville/Edgewater community! If you've never been, we recommend you stop by next chance you get !

The short walk in this torrential downpour was so worth it. Came here after work today and felt…read morelike a light lunch and First Slice Pie proved to be the perfect choice (especially on a rainy day) Felt the need to get my veggies in so went with their Goat Cheese and Roasted Veggie Sandwich. Had to add my protein so added chicken. I am a big fan of all of the things that came in this sandwich so it was an easy choice for me. Great sandwich indeed. The creamy goat cheese blended everything so well together and the crispy cauliflower added a delightfully refreshing crunch. And can't forget to mention that poached pear...genius addition to add a little sweetness without over saucing and taking away from the healthiness of a veggie sandwich lol. And how can't I not get a slice of pie from a place with the word Pie In the name? Went with a slice of Michigan Sour Cherry and...WOW. PERFECT crust married to the perfect filling. I'm so satisfied right now (I literally am writing this post meal) Such a small, simple and charming sit down cafe. My type of joint. Just what the doctor ordered for lunch. Glad I found a new go-to spot.

amazing local coffee shop…read more my lil guy knows there are "nanas" past the door where mum and dad enjoy a great cup of coffee and some tasty sweet/savory snacks best part, shh, they have a crazy amazing Santa who shows up for a few hours, today was the day, for some sweet holiday photos

A cute coffee shop with surprisingly good cookies. I stopped in for a pick me up when in the…read moreneighborhood and it was packed. Ordered an Iced Latte which was pretty good and two cookies. It looked like they had a side room with some tables to hangout or work. The staff was very friendly as well!

They had me at "crepes for lunch", lol. Crepes are one of my favorite dishes, so I was nothing…read moreshort of motivated to give this place a try. They end their lunch at 3, and we came in at 3:15 - the barista asked the cook if they could still serve lunch, and he agreed to do so. I'm SO glad he did, because the crepe was really good! My Runaway LUX crepe was evenly packed with ingredients, tasted very clean, and was flavorful. I was pleasantly surprised with how much salmon was inside. The ambiance was welcoming and fun as well - my friend and I sat in the back playing UNO while my meal was being prepared, and it was comfortable enough for us to sit there and chat for about an hour after I finished my meal. Upon us leaving, the barista thanked us for visiting and gave us some coupons for our next visit - I was definitely going to visit again, and now I have an incentive to do so.

Wow wow wow! Small unique coffee shop with the airplane theme! Coffee was fantastic, I ordered Uber…read morelatte and my gf ordered matcha latte. Additionally, I got apricot cake and also chocolate cake! It was yummy. Highly recommended! Owner Maria is so sweet and super friendly. Great decoration and we will be back!