I stopped by Oromo one afternoon for a quick pick-me-up. The woman working the register was so…read moresweet and welcoming. I asked her for some recommendations and she suggested one of the frozen drinks. I'm so glad she did because I have been craving it ever since! They have a few frozen drinks to choose from, but I went with the cold brew + hazelnut truffle. It's made with housemade hazelnut milk, cold brew, cacao, frozen bananas, housemade coconut caramel, maple syrup, vanilla, and seasalt. Trust me-- it is just as heavenly as it sounds! I forgot to get photos of it because I drank it so quickly--sorry! The space is so cute inside and it's in a fun area to wander around, right in the heart of Lincoln Square. Can't wait to come back!

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.

Cute coffee shop, great coffee, friendly baristas. I also just read about their good neighbor…read moreprogram, love to see that they support the community.

I wonder if my experience was a fluke, but unfortunately this was some of the worst "matcha" I've…read moreever been served. From the pictures alone you can see why, there was just a pinch of matcha powder in there, my drink simply tasted like sweetened oat milk, which to be fair, didn't taste bad, it just isn't a proper matcha. I wonder if my drink was this way because we came in around 15 minutes before close, no one was at the counter to take our order, I had to lean into the storage room to get the barista's attention. The barista was super friendly and attentive once they realized customers had been waiting. It's a shame because it looked like a cool spot to hang out, plenty of folks were working from here, they had some cool tiger artwork on the outside of the shop that drew me in, great vibe, but sadly I just cannot recommend coming here as it seems like a bit of a hit or miss experience.

Love Frera! I love that their vegan desserts are a healthier spin on them, the vibe is nice and…read morequiet and I don't struggle to find seating. Staff is always super nice. I have been here more than once and will definitely keep coming back! I highly recommend their open faced sandwiches and the protein shake. So good!

What an amazing and clean place right off of the 606 trail, I was just looking for a clean, healthy…read moreplace for a sweet craving and boy did I stumble upon a good choice. They have handcrafted smoothies that use pure ingredients and such clean finger foods like the matcha protein ball. I ordered the peanut butter chocolate smoothie that was laced with cashew butter, cocoa and almond milk and the taste was phenomenal. Texture was smooth and silky and overall the space was so nice for seating. The matcha ball and hazelnut ball was the perfect size and the right amount of sweetness. Amazing place, great work! Catch a bike ride and a smoothie

Drink happy thoughts was fitting to catch up with a friend and grab a tasty to eat. Nice staff and…read moregreat lightening. The music isn't too loud so if you wanted to go and read a book, have at it! I came on a holiday so the hours were a bit shorter. While there I chose to try the Birria arancini. They have three or four other flavor options you can choose from. Each are $5 and comes with a side of corn and sauce to pair. The outside was super crispy. The inside was rice and meat. Not mixed together but it was layered. The rice alone had zero flavor. The Birria was nice and slightly juicy. What brought the snack together was the sauce and corn. Without those two, it lacks heavily. Not horrible but I wasn't wowed or prompted to buy another. Would I return? Yes. They serve house made ice tea that I want to give a try.

Delicious lattes in a cute space! When we came to pick up a morning treat while working nearby, we…read morewere greeted by friendly staff and warm atmosphere. Lattes were great, though pastry/food selection was a little limited at the time. The pesto cheesy bagel hit the spot!

This is a great place to WFH or to just enjoy some sweet treats + baked goods…read more I came here for a few hours to get some work done. I ordered a ham and cheese croissant with a cold brew. It was warm with a buttery crust and the perfect ham to cheese ratio. A very great snack! The staff gave me a free refill on my cold brew which was very sweet! The Bakehouse had the perfect atmosphere to get your work done, but seats go fast so make sure to get here early!

I will not be revisiting The Bakehouse as I was very disappointed by the quality of product…read more I visited The Bakehouse on a weekday morning and the coffee shop was steadily busy. I ordered a 16-ounce iced turmeric ginger chai latte with oat milk ($7). I watched the barista make it with store bought Starbucks turmeric ginger concentrate, which was disheartening. I can make this at home for cheaper (and better). Additionally, the photo of the drink on the summer menu board looked much more appetizing than the milky one I received.

Great place! We had avocado toast with egg and salmon on toast. Only in town for two days and the…read moreowners made us feel like we were locals.

Been here before and typically have had decent experiences. I like to support locally owned cafes…read moreand know that the owners take a lot of pride in what they do here. I wanted to update my past review because today's experience was kind of sub-par. The good: - love the ambiance and atmosphere (really good coffee shop vibe) - lots of speciality drinks - service is pretty timely - free wi-fi - seating inside and outside The not so good: - employee who took my order was extremely unpleasant (stared at me when I gave my order and looked generally annoyed; never even responded to me when I talked to her; when picking up my drink, I also said thanks and have a good day and she just stared at me and turned away - SOOOO WEIRD AND UNCOMFORTABLE) - I had a 16oz speciality latte and a cup of strawberry banana overnight oats. Total of $15 not including tip. VERY EXPENSIVE. - latte was pretty undrinkable - overloaded with syrup - but didn't want to interact with the girl behind the counter about it - overnight oats was in a small-ish cup - wish there had been more for the price Hoping if I stop in again in the future that employees are more welcoming and pleasant. I'll stick to straight up lattes instead of the specialty ones. Probably pass on the food since it's $$$.

I really like this coffee shop. I had been wanting to try this place out, for a while. I like that…read moreis it fairly quiet, even though there were a bunch of people working; we were still able to talk and not feel like we needed to whisper. They have a good amount of tables and a small couch which we sat on. I think the Queen B sign is a cute added touch! The staff were also very friendly. I ordered the Nutella latte, and I was very pleased with it, because it was not overly sweet. My daughter really enjoyed the croissant, which was very large and so buttery and soft.

Quick, solid spot for a meeting…read more If you need a good place to meet up and grab a couple of snacks, Queen B at 3072 N. Lincoln Ave. is a solid choice. This is a walk-up service spot, and everyone working there has always been friendly and welcoming in my experience. The space itself has large front windows and a slightly upscale café/diner feel, making it a comfortable place to post up for a bit. They're mostly known for café-style items, but the menu has some really good bites as well. I've had their French toast in the past, and it was great. Overall, it's a convenient and reliable spot if you need somewhere casual to meet, work, or catch up with someone over light food and drinks. 4 out of 5 stars.

Their seasonal specials are basically a lineup of everything I love, and they did such a great job…read moreputting these flavors together. Matcha + red bean - such a classic combo, yet somehow still not very common in cafés for some reason. Then black sesame + espresso? Nutty, rich, and surprisingly good. And the ube cream top foam over cold brew was honestly such a fun and delicious combination. Everything felt creative without being overdone. Definitely a seasonal menu made for people who love Asian-inspired flavors in coffee drinks.

The vibes here were so nice. I loved all the plants and the music they were playing, and there were…read moreplenty of people working inside. They also have free water, which is always a plus for a work-friendly cafe. Service was kind and they didn't rush us to order (8/10). The Manila Matcha (7/10) had a watery matcha flavor, but I loved the macadamia milk. The ube flavor was also really good and wasn't overly sweet. The Pandan Vanilla Latte (6.5/10) was surprisingly addictive. I wasn't a fan of the slight bitterness, but otherwise I liked the pandan and vanilla flavors. The Cardamom Bun (4/10) was basically like a cinnamon roll without the sticky filling. The bread was soft, but it just wasn't what I was craving.