La Boulangerie & Co was a nice little find. We were in the neighborhood craving some French…read morepastries and this spot popped up. It's small, but in a good way. Cute setup, little tables, and that Paris mural on the wall. It totally gives that authentic Parisian feel. Staff was really helpful too, super welcoming. I got the hot chocolate and a Swiss chocolate croissant. The hot chocolate was smooth and really flavorful. Made with steamed milk, so it had that creamy texture right away. Not too sweet, more on the rich side, with a slight bitterness that balanced it out nicely. The croissant though... that was the highlight. Super flaky, layers just falling apart as you bite into it. Light and crispy on the outside, soft inside. The chocolate in the center was slightly melted and it balanced perfectly with the buttery pastry. Every bite had that mix of crunch and softness. Honestly, it took me back to my fall trip to Paris a bit. Just one of those simple, really good moments. I'd definitely come back.

Welcome to La Boulangerie, we give you hardware for eating utensils, pretty funky bathroom door…read morelocks and several options of coffee that is served warm. I ain't gon cap. The little name and title enticed me to make it a thing on some type of routine basis but...the first time that I visited ( although I've returned several times afterwards) I was received poorly. Meaning, the cashier really had a difficult time with placing pleasantries in their tone. I mean, give me patience for the $8 coffee I want. I show up here because it's decent to look at but don't give me no side eye for wanting oat milk with size 18 hips. I did feel a bit judged for my selection but!!!! The next visits I had were nice, however, what does that do for anyone? You want repeat customers? Remember to be nice the first time you meet one always. (Respectfully) The chocolate tart thing was good tho.

THIS PLACE IS A VIBE!…read more So many welcoming scents upon entering, beautiful artwork throughout creating a sensory experience for your eyes. Fresh flowers to build your own bouquet, cards and books to buy. Dried pastas and gourmet sauces for sale as well as apothecary items. Soulful music wafting through the speakers, and friendly employees happy to service you. YES, this place is a vibe! Herbal teas with honey were a great choice of drinks for the day. Raspberry for me and chamomile for bestie. I chose the catfish with grits; fish, perfectly seasoned and crispy. The grits, a unique flavor on their own, creamy and delicious. I didn't have to add anything to them. The buttermilk biscuit was such a treat, a BIG one and I finished every bite. My best friend ordered the chicken quiche; she seemed to enjoy every bite. I know because the conversation stopped. She said the dressing for the salad was amazing. The star on her plate was the breakfast potatoes. Cute little squares of tender goodness seasoned to perfection. Yea, I'll be back!!!

On 47th Street, the entrance may be confusing. Once you're inside, you are astounded by the tin…read moreceiling, corners of jams, art on wall, café food, and intimate tables. The other side has great wall art and tables for multiple customers.

What a cute little cafe with real food options. It's attached to a gallery which is really cool…read more I've stopped in twice, I love the potato flauntas, mushroom empanadas, spinach empanadas. Also appreciate the vegetarian options. Seems like a good community spot, has a bit of private parking offered. It's bright and vibrant. The one drawback is seating is not very comfortable, the barstools are too tall for the counter and the regular seating is hard. Still a great spot.

I came here at 9am on a Saturday, there were 3 people in the whole place. They have samples sitting…read moreout, and a coffee menu. My son got a churro. It was a little stale. My partner got a game and cheese empanada, and liked it. I ordered a hot coffee and a spinach egg sandwich on an English muffin. After 15 minutes and multiple folks coming in and out the sandwich had not come so I asked about it. The two staff looked at each other and said okay 1 minute. 10 minutes later and the sandwich was ready, on a croissant. It was okay. Definitely not worth 25 minutes. It comes with an orange slice and a slice of cantaloupe. Unfortunately, no one's fault, but the my coffee cup was leaking everywhere and they didn't have a key to the bathroom.

Usually super crowded, which is why I have begun to avoid it. It's nice to sit outside during the…read morewarmer months, but of course that's a very small sliver of the year. There are ample vegan and vegetarian options, and I highly recommend the vegan tartine (possible to customize as a salad) and vegetarian quesadilla. The croissants and desserts are above average. Coffee/chai/hot chocolate are solid options, and there is a refrigerated section with bottled juices. Service is always exceptional, and the servers are almost always cheerful and polite. The cafe is connected to the seminary bookstore, which is fun for a quick browse. If you are not connected with the University of Chicago, Plein Air is like a window into the university and its architecture, situated right next to Frank Lloyd Wright's well-known Robie House. Most patrons are students, staff and faculty at the university. Overall, I recommend this spot if you are touring the university and need an atmospheric place to hang out. Importantly, however, menu options are limited in the summer months or during university breaks - check before you go!

Food was good but really expensive. The cafe was very nice but did not have a variety of bakery…read moretreats. I'd recommend the drinks here. Also a great place to study for the college students.

A really cool cafe place in the back of Miyagi Records. They also have seatings downstairs and a…read morespacious backyard patio. The owners are super nice and they opened the cafe in January 2025. They are very accommodating and friendly. Will def visit again.

Loved my coffee and the owners were so nice! They brought me another to try after. The way they've…read moredecorated the space is really cool too.

I've been coming here alot for visits to the International house to visit a colleague. The food…read morethey have hear is exceptional, it takes a while to cook stuff that they have here every once in a while or they don't have the items here some of the times. Stuff is somewhat pricey too but then again you're in Chicago. Staff is really nice at times. Definitely not bad to check out unless it's really busy.

Not sure why I had not reviewed this soot earlier, I come here often, in fact I'm here right now…read more Great spot! Set in an old warehouse that is now an art gallery event space and restaurant nestled in an older warehouse district in Bridgeport neighborhood of Chicago. Beautiful decor and laid out perfectly. The natural wood floors furniture ie tables chairs etc and iron work throughout sets the ambiance for old meets new. It works. The wide spacing between tables makes for a comfortable dining experience. So many folks come in to do their work and dine here. What a super addition to the neighborhood that less than a decade ago was essentially a street that was more a run down semi-truck alley. Great menu with neighborhood favorites leaning toward the old school Italian dishes. Sandwiches, soups, salads, and breakfasts just to name a few are all excellent. The pastries are insane and a must take home deal. I love the American Breakfast. Three eggs your way, thick diced America potatoes, thick cut bacon, and sourdough toast. Accompanied by what I believe to be home made jelly and for sure homemade gardiniera. Caruso's gardiniera actually. Diced into a relish unlike most standard gardiniera it's easier to eat with many dishes. Excellent flavor and just the right kick to it. FYI Dolce Arte also sells a to go line of homemade Caruso products from their gardiniera to past and past sauces and more. Yes, their coffee is really good too. Lavazza products I believe. The service is always on point. Casual but on point. Very friendly staff from diverse backgrounds. This is the place you bring people close to you, business lunches, meetings, formal ir informal, or like me, save it for myself as my own getaway spot. It's an artists dream and sets a positive time for any gathering.

The staff is amazing and so is the food! The twins and I…read moreate everything! There was so much left over we ate it for breakfast the next morning! Next time I'm adding photos! Sorry it was so good I forgot to take any .

BANANA PUDDING BISCOFF ICE CREAM!!! That's a whole sentence…read morein itself with how good that ice cream flavor was -- and that's coming from someone who doesn't even like banana pudding like that. DELICIOUS! * Made-to-order ice cream in 8 minutes or less * Delicious flavors (spiked is an option） * Fresh empanadas * Free board games * Photo ops * & more!

Wow! The ice cream was unbelievable! Service was a little slow but they provided games to keep you…read moreentertained. They also hold many groups and clubs there really making the community grow. Highly recommend if you are willing to wait a while.

There are so many planned cultural events here it makes one head spin. Throughout the building as a…read morewhole there's things happening, but they had a nice jazz series in the Spring. We came here on a Tuesday to hear some live music. It was cool on this day so we opted for tea instead of a 'drink'. The variety has good picks of pastries and salads. I don't think there is table service, but rather you have to go up and order on your own. It is not cheap but not grossly overpriced either. I usu get beverages so I can't quite speak to the food. I found comfort on the elevated seats, but there are comfy chairs and outdoor seating as well. The attached pictures are from an exhibit by Tony Smith, 'Black is Beautiful'. The walls are a pretty blue but I hope they keep rotating and redecorating the area. What a great space for a gallery/cafe!

Located on the Southside of UC's campus and managed by the onsite food service company, Bon…read moreAppetit. Large eating space (including a patio), but full of students/faculty on laptops. The food is clean, lots of Vegetarian and vegan options. Cafe selections as well as grab and go and beer and wine. You do order before you pay, so if you have any modifiers, you will need to trust the chef/cook to prepare your request correctly; as there is no ticket system. I guess this means that you could also tell the cashier something completely different and get charged a different price. Service is less than friendly, but efficient. I wish there were "for here" plating options. All prepared food is served in (compostable) to go boxes. This means that the garbages are frequently overflowing and you need to use disposable utensils.

Oh yea, I can totally see why this spot is popular amongst Hyde Park folks! Friendly and helpful…read moreowners when I asked for recs. There's even a community board towards the bathroom, which gives this spot a community-based vibe. It's a quick, casual spot with several tables open for grabs when people leave. I got a traditional everything bagel w cream cheese to start the day, which had the RIGHT amt of cream cheese. Sometimes places give wayy too much, ruining the exp. I also ordered their popular Sumac Chicken sandwich on their Dutch Crunch bread, which was really good!! The bread had a slight sweetness to it that was satisfying and the flavors altogether were soo yummy. I waited ~12 min for my order, since they were rightfully packed. No outside food/drinks allowed if you're grabbing a table to eat. There's WiFi and a restroom in the back. Lots of neighborhood regulars. Bonus points that their food is halal for those w dietary restrictions. Great neighborhood spot!!

Stopped on a whim looking for a good local sandwich shop. The highlight was that bread was very…read moretasty and fresh. The Caesar salad was also flavorful. It had homemade croutons and sides of bread. Got a slice of the carrot cake and it was very moist. Not too sweet with cream cheese frosting. Raisins included, if that matters to you. We got the garlic chicken on French baguette. It was a creamy base and not something I would buy again. Glad we added cheese because there wasn't much to it. the other sandwich we bought was avocado turkey on Dutch crunch. It unfortunately had enough mayo to drown the restaurant. The amount of meat left much to be desired. We asked for chips which they had but only for online orders that came in. ??? Doesn't make sense to me. For 2 Sammie's, a salad and cake it was $45, just for a gauge of prices. The cashier was on the phone the entire time and couldn't hear what we said because of that. Kinda acted inconvenienced we were talking while he was on the phone. The restaurant is pretty chill and seemed like a workspace for people with art on the walls for sale. The art also had a thick layer of dust, and overall the dining room could use a good deep clean. The bathroom cleanliness was decent. This probably won't be another place I would seek out in the future.