This place is awesome. The atmosphere is great and full of horror memorabilia. I love the old tv…read moreplaying clips and old commercials. The drinks are all themed and i stopped in for the new Swamp Thing: pistachio chocolate matcha. It was super delicious. Service was quick and there was plenty to look at while waiting too. Might just be my new hangout cafe.

Fall feels + spooky sips = the perfect first visit! Today…read moreI stepped into Brewed in Chicago for the very first time, and it couldn't have been more magical. The entire café is horror-themed, which makes it the perfect spot to kick off the first day of fall and spooky season. The team was so kind and welcoming -- they really took care of me and helped me pick out the best drink for my vibe. I went with the Fire Starter latte with macadamia milk, and it was amazing. The smooth espresso paired with just a hint of chili took the flavor to another level -- cozy, bold, and just the right amount of heat. If you're looking for killer coffee, spooky vibes, and wonderful service this fall as Halloween creeps closer, you NEED to check this place out.

Donuts- great, wi-fi terrible! Came here to work as I got my…read morecar worked on down the street. 3 other people couldn't get online either and had to use their phone as a hot spot.

I thought I already did a review. Maybe I forgot to push send. The vibe in here is cool and non…read morecommercial. The standards are availability. I've been choosing items on the menu that is unique to Dark Matters. Like the Mayan Mocha that will get your blood pumpin' with a kick! WiFi is good and there's a good amount of seating for chillin'. The baristas are amazing!

I work across the street and always buy from here. The coffee tastes great and the staff is always…read moreso friendly. Definitely my favorite coffee spot .

The Chiqueolatte seasonal/ speciality drinks are delish! They also have sandwiches and smoothie…read morebowls. A nice variety. I got the turkey pesto and it was so good! Plenty of seating. Parking: metered

There's a very tight shared parking lot behind the cafe. The interior is pretty with beautifully…read morepainted flowers. I tried the maple latte which wasn't too sweet. They don't have any sugar free syrups which is a bummer.

This place has a wonderful old school coffee cafe feel, modestly sized, but packs a punch in terms…read moreof coffee quality. If one is looking for straight coffee instead of "fru fru" stuff with syrups and all, this is the place to go, they excel at this. On our visit, they had a menu with no less than seven offerings for pourover, with a variety of origins and processing. Using Origami drippers (similar to V60), the baristas will carefully craft your cup to perfection. Our party sampled four of the offerings on our visit, and they were all outstanding. If espresso is your thing, there's only one on offer, Reprise's Space Flower espresso, a more traditional espresso but with a fruity twist, it was satisfying as a straight shot, but if you're looking for a distinctly third wave or highly fruity shot, this isn't it. I'd love for them to pull some of the pourover coffees as espresso, but alas. Bottom line, this was a great visit with some wonderful coffee. Highly recommended if you're in the area, and almost mandatory if you're a big pourover fan.

Sipping Turtle Cafe was truly just a mediocre experience. I visited the coffee shop around 10 am on…read morea Thursday with a friend and there were only 3 other customers inside. The shop is sparsely decorated but seems to be a real staple in the community, which felt special to visit as an outsider. My friend and I both ordered egg and goat cheese bagel sandwiches. I ordered an iced lavender matcha and my friend ordered a cappuccino. The sandwiches were made with boiled eggs, which felt extremely odd. The egg type was not clarified on the menu, but I feel like for a breakfast sandwich to include a boiled egg instead of a traditional fried or scrambled egg, that should be disclosed to customers with some sort of expectations. My friend said the cappuccino was "just like every other cappuccino I've ever had." The lavender matcha really just tasted like a regular matcha. It was good but not much lavender flavor! Our food also took a bit to come out, despite the coffee shop being empty (only one other person already dining when we came in) and what we ordered. It looked like there were only two workers. I personally wouldn't visit Sipping Turtle Cafe again, unfortunately. There are a lot of other great options around that satisfy me more.

A great spot with a great vibe! We didn't try any of the food, so I can't speak to that, but it was…read moresolid drip coffee and cold brew and friendly service. It seems like a great neighborhood spot - very welcoming!

This place SLAPPED, excellent vibes, great music, the most delicious ube coconut latte of my life…read more(meryenda), def on the sweeter end but I'm obsessed. Worth the trip. Want to come back and try the pandan.

It no longer smells in here. Baristas have gotten much friendlier. Coffee is still great a their…read moredonuts are some of the best in the city IMO. It's not a big spot, but it's a good spot. Chill vibe. Not good for work, which is fine, because people don't camp out here like some coffee shops.

Since my last review 2 years ago, I've developed such an obsession with Ritual's scones that I…read morethink they deserve their own review. I don't know what sorcery they are using to bake these scones, but they are not your average dry, flaky pastry. They are moist, gooey, huge, heavy on flavors and ingredients, and always delicious. I'm tempted to ask the owner to start texting me the scone flavors of the day so I never miss my favorites. Top 5 scones: - Peaches and cream - Cherry chocolate - Vanilla chai and/or vanilla rosemary (can't pick) - Lemon ginger - Chocolate caramel pecan Obviously I'm a sweet pastry person, but they also always have a couple of savory options like ham jalapeño cheddar, goat cheese, etc. I had one that was like blackberry habanero one time?? So good and so unique. Thank you, Ritual, for always feeding me scones :)

Very chill coffee house in Ravenswood! Friendly staff with all the usual coffee choices. Small…read moreinterior but seats to enjoy your coffee and listen to some vinyl Pro Tip: dogs allowed and they have bacon treats

In need of nourishment on a trip to Chicago, we stopped by Magnifico Coffee Roasters for some food…read moreand coffee. The establishment has a chill atmosphere and the owner was so incredibly friendly. Even though we were out of town, we were immediately invited to a small event they were having the next day and asked about our days in a manner that reflected genuine interest. I wish this could be my local coffee shop, you're so lucky if this is! Their unique offering was a wonderful selection of coffee and a delicious array of Colombian pastries. We ordered an empanada, a churro donut, almojabana, and the pan de bono. I'm vegetarian so I was very happy to see such a wide number of options for me! The churro donut was delicious and cinnamony - if you like sweet breakfasts, definitely get this! I really enjoyed the almojabana and the pan de bono. I liked the pan de bono so much, I even took a picture of the crumb to share with my mother, who is Colombian! Truly, I could have eaten 5 of the pan de bono because they tasted just like the homemade one's my abuela would make when she visited.

Such a gem- seriously! Cute, charming and well crafted Columbian coffee. They roast in-house. It's…read moreauthentic. Such a positive vibe here. Owners are so nice. The staff is so chill and kind. Seriously though, it's a good coffee spot without pretentiousness and ego. You know what I'm talking about?? You do . You know exactly what I'm talking about. They have events and pop-ups on the regular and DJs on Sundays, like all the time. Give them a follow and get here. One of the best local roasters in Chicago. Period. Boom 10/10 recommend.

Do yourself a favor, and let yourself splurge a little at Au Levain. First off, their fresh,…read morehomemade sourdough english muffins are out of this world I love to buy a pack of 6 ($12) to bring home and make avocado toast with a soft scrambled egg on top. (They freeze great too if you want to savor them). I haven't tried their breakfast sandwich, because I'm not a big pork sausage person-- would love if they had more variations of a breakfast sandwich! You can also order a toasted english muffin that comes with fresh butter and a homemade jam.. it's so simple but addicting. I have had their Lox English Muffin a couple of times, and if you love Lox, it's GREAT. Really good balance of cream cheese/veggie/lox ratio.. though Lox is always so overpowering so it's most of what you're going to taste. If you are a quiche person, PLEASE try theirs. The creativity in their rotating flavors, and their perfect crust, are a must-try. It's soooo well done. Every pastry I've tried has been spectacular, from their almond blackberry croissant to the pistachio escargot, to their donuts.. I don't think you can go wrong. Their cinnamon roll is next on my list.. but I need to try it when I'm with 2-3 other people because it is GINORMOUS. I don't trust that I wouldn't eat the whole thing by myself. Their coffee is good, but there's nothing special to me about it! I come here for their fresh pastries and eats. They have free wifi and it's fairly quiet, so a good place to knock out some work or have a good conversation with a friend. It's neat, clean, and bright with a good amount of seating. This place is right next to my therapy office, so I frequent it a couple of times a month, and I have always felt welcomed and cared for by their employees. If you are eating there, they will go the extra mile to bring your food to your table and make sure you have everything you need. Highly recommend!!

Au Levain is a huge hike for us but I am willing to go the whole nine yards and even plan some…read morefamily activities for the neighboring area just so I can return and splurge. We stopped by on a Saturday morning around 8:30 am. There were a few patrons dining in and enjoying their breakfast. The display case was well stocked. We ordered the following: 1) Sourdough English muffin, pack of six* 2) Pistachio lemon doughnut 3) Strawberry glazed doughnut 4) Chocolate glazed doughnut 5) Almond blackberry croissant* 6) Pain au chocolat* 7) Lemon blueberry Danish* 8) Pistachio chocolate escargot* The ones marked with an asterisk are my favorites. The pain au chocolat was love at first sight/touch. I could immediately tell it was incredibly flakey, buttery, and light just by lifting it off the plate. Every bite was divine. If I was not concerned with my waistline, I probably would have had more than one. I used the English muffins to make lunch sandwiches at home. I toasted them and they held up really well after I layered them guacamole, pan-seared German bologna, cheesy-potato omelette, and Sriracha aioli. I am thrilled to try other sandwich variations with these English muffins. Another pro is that they offer Sparrow Coffee. My husband and I are both fans. There were several small tables for dine-in options. We would love to return and enjoy a cup of coffee with breakfast.

Stumbled upon this cafe after a day of thrifting and it is so adorable and cozy inside! The walls…read moreare covered in art and little touches that show the owner really cares about this place. We got the chilaquiles breakfast burrito and the green salsa that comes with it is a MUST! Absolutely delicious!!! We also got the homemade cheddar butter biscuit and it was fluffy and so cheesy! Would be delicious toasted! I got the iced horchata latte and it was covered in cinnamon and very tasty. The counter attendant was a little brisk and rushed us a bit as we were ordering but otherwise she was very kind. Would be excited to come back!

Great coffee spot in Irving Park! Went for a visit after pickleball and they had a great variety of…read moredrinks, food, and even merch! The shop is small but they make the vibes really homey. Also, they have seating outside for sunny days. I got the horchata latte and it was really good! We sat down and talked too so great spot to talk and yap. But the drink was so good I finished it before we got done talking! Service was great too and the baristas were very polite and answered my questions especially as this was my first visit. 5/5 we'll visit again soon!