Can it get any better? What happens when a Chicago chef and a restaurant pro open a neighborhood coffee shop? Amazing coffee of course but there's so much more. They roast their own beans, serve chef-made (Michelin-type) bagels with herb mascarpone (cream cheese) or honey-butter, home-made seasonal scones and more. Added bonus they play great music, serve a ton of neighborhood regulars including the owner's dad and a dog who loves his whipped cream. The quality of a Michelin Star restaurant with the vibe of your friend's living room. read more

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A cute and cosy cafe. The Cortado was delicious. The service was quick too. Since it's a tiny cafe, there is not much place available, but good coffee, can definitely get it to go. read more

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An intimate coffee spot on Broadway. The menu is quite small and the focus seems to be on blending coffee and tea. We ordered an iced Chaider, which felt a little expensive at $7 for 12oz. The interior itself is very cute. I loved the tin ceiling and there were only a few two seat tables and one four seat table. They also had a little sales section focused on Valentine's Day. The staff were very friendly and the Chaider itself was very good. Sweet and fruity, the apple really came through. Seems like a great place to read a book and I'll probably come back in the summer. read more

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Wow I will be back for sure. I got a blueberry Okinawa oatmilk latte and it was just fabulous!! So excited to find this place read more

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I love coming here for a work from home day or in a girly mood!! The interior is so cute. Everything is pink with disco balls and neon signs as decorations. I've tried the chai latte and vanilla latte. Their drinks are always great! Service is friendly and quick too! It's a bit of a smaller cafe so seating can be limited. read more

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This is a great neighborhood coffee spot. The drinks are unique and flavorful and the bakery items are delicious. I love their seasonal menus. Obviously, I can't leave a review without mentioning how gorgeous the interior of the shop is. The decor is pink! It feels so friendly and fun - and it is! I have met the owner a few times and he is very kind. The same goes for any employee I have encountered while visiting there. Overall, stop in for a coffee and a treat and you'll see for yourself how great Bae Coffee is! read more

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Bae Coffee is the instagrammable cafe that I've been looking for! Everything is pink from top to bottom, down to a pink, disco ball covered Christmas tree in the window. Bae Coffee is teeny tiny, so it isn't a great place to camp out and work, but it was great for quickly catching up with a friend. We ordered a dirty chai, a maple latte, an almond croissant, and a ham and cheese croissant - all amazing! Pricing is a little high for my taste, but on par with other cafes in the area. Service was great. The owner was very welcoming and super funny. He did a great job of making us feel at home. I'll definitely be back to live out all of my Barbie-esque coffee shop dreams! read more

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Fantastic service and beautiful interior! It's a bit small inside with limited seating but there's additional seating outdoors. Prices are comparable with other coffee shops in the area. I liked my latte, it was fresh and the flavors were nice. I'd rate it 3.5/5. read more

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Best coffee in town! The oat milk latte with a shot of vanilla is the best! Devon makes the best coffee ever. Check it out! read more

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solid spot! the menu surprised me a little bit- they had a ton of tea options so I ended up going with an iced london fog. it was soo good- and they honored my request of extra ice (no local coffee shop watery drinks here). I also got a bagel - it was small but fluffy, had a little tang to it so I wonder if it was maybe sourdough? was good for a little something to snack on while hanging there. they don't have cream cheese, but rather marscapone - interesting choice but I didn't notice much difference when actually eating it with the bagel. come give them a try! not a lot of seating but people picking up were in and out quick. read more

This place definitely took me by surprise. I wanted to try a new coffee shop in the area and after seeing a few good reviews decided to pick this one. I tried the blueberry Okinawa oat latte and it was crazy delicious. Not too overpowering with the blueberry and not overtly sweet. Such a well crafted drink. The inside decor is cute as well, girly and millennial pink everywhere. Would love to come back and try some of their other lattes with homemade syrups read more

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Stopped by bae coffee after my bridal shower and wasn't disappointed. I got a caramel latte which is usually my go to for coffee and it was just the perfect pick me up that I needed to get through the rest of the day. Definitely want to go back again! read more

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The aesthetics are so pretty with a pink theme in the interior. A great small space to hang out and chat or grab coffee to go. They do have a rule that restricts laptops and tablets on the weekends. I got the rose vanilla latte and it had a really strong rose flavor to it which I really like. I would recommend coming by and checking it out if you're in the area! read more

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This is the CUTEST all pink coffee shop in Chicago! I just discovered Bae Coffee and I am OBSESSED! We came to check it out this past weekend and everything from the decor to the deliciously creative lattes and friendly staff was top tier. Our favorite drink was the pink cadillac- their house mocha with whipped creamer and freeze dried strawberries - soooo good! read more

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The owners are super nice. Their coffee and choice of teas are great as well. Encourage to try their homemade bagel! Happy to have new cafe options on Broadway. read more

Came in this cute boutique cafe for an afternoon pick me up and left with an absolute divine latte! If you have seen this shop before, then you know they have a fun aesthetic with many shades of pink, velvety seating, and neon lights. I tried their iced wildflower tea latte, and it was phenomenal. Not only was the flavor delicious, but the detailing was beautiful. The latte was topped with glittery flower petals. My only complaint? Their hours are not great. "7ish" opening on weekdays and "8ish" opening on weekends. As an early riser, it's hard to find a good time to visit. Otherwise, I'll plan on coming back! read more

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Bae was really cute inside but the service was rushed and somewhat unfriendly. I had an iced coffee, which was tasty but quite pricey. They don't have any artificial sweeteners. The shop is really girly and pink with a handful of tables. It may not be the best place to try to work because of the small size. read more

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Really enjoyed this place. There has always been a great number of excellent cafes and coffee shops in the Lakeview neighborhood. Some stay, while others don't. It's good to see that even in these uncertain COVID times people choose to make a go of it and new places open. I've been around a while. Strolling down Broadway the other day this place jumped out at me. Super colorful, inviting and warm especially on a cold, snowy winter day. Bae is a husband and wife venture born from the pandemic. There are some great things that came out of this past few difficult years and the folks at Bae remind us of that. Bae is a cut above and what I consider a Coffee House as opposed to shop. A house being a place much like a public house that excels at what they offer and you meet your neighbors to chat and say hello. A true neighborhood place. The kind of place my ma who lived for decades just around the corner would have called her home. I was fortunate to meet one of the owners when I stopped in. He explained their story and how the coffee he makes is special. It was special. truly a great cup for coffee made slow drip to order. Now i'm no expert on how to make it but I know a bit about drinking it and what is a great cup of coffee and Bae hit the mark . I haven't yet tried their food offerings but plan that this next day or two. But it all starts with some great coffee. Their choice of cup they use for their coffee is exceptional. It is quality and class. Thickly made making it easy to hold a very hot cup of coffee, it can't be cheap and makes the coffee that much more worth it. You can go to big chain coffee shops, which I do at times, and get much less quality for a far greater price. I loved that he inquired about our vaccination cards. that means, unlike too many, they actually care about themselves and others walking through their doors. The decor is classic and bright. Like I said, inviting. I like that they left the old school building ceiling in tact. It gives it a neighborhood feel. though not a huge place I can see some great meet and greets happening here in my near future and hope they can get themselves a small sidewalk cafe when the weather permits. I definitely know that i will be back at Bae and hope the neighborhood folks do now and will continue to support a true welcoming neighborhood spot. read more

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Cute place, loved that the barista set a timer for the tea to brew but jeez, when asked to use the rest room, that the city of Chicago and State of Illinois require them to have, you get a "don't have one". How the heck do you serve liquids and invite people to sit at your tables and not be able to make your customers are comfortable? The man who runs it doesn't seem to care at all what happens after he creates and serves. To me, that terse "don't have one" says a lot about the (lack of) care. So, the law requires any place with a combination of ten (seating for X and X number of employees) to at least allow a customer to access the employees' bathroom- maybe that bathroom was not in a shape to be shared that day? which, of course, is kinda alarming, when food is involved. read more

We became regulars here :) so much so that the waiter remembers our order haha. The shakeratos here are great, has a very strong coffee flavor and the mixture of the milk and syrup pair very well. We also really like the vibe here because of the lighting and picturesque atmosphere. Would highly recommend ^^ Note - we tried the baguette with butter and jam, it is surprisingly delicious considering the bread is hot and toasty and the food with condiments mix very well together! read more

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I adored my wildflower tea latte with almond milk from bae coffee!! I usually don't enjoy hot drinks, but the latte was perfectly warm and didn't burn my tongue! The almond milk also didn't compromise the latte at all, and was perfectly foamy! It was the perfect floral treat on a rainy day! read more

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Great coffee and a lot of RULES. No bathroom, no tablets, no seating before you order. It's weird. Too much coffee perhaps?

My favorite coffee shop since moving to the neighborhood. I have my usual but I love the seasonal drinks they offer every few months. The owners are wonderful! Great vibe and love the color palette in this coffee shop. They don't allow laptops on the weekends and it can be challenging to get a seat so I'd recommend stopping by shortly after they open or just grab and go. Also, the chairs are cool but be cautious when leaning forward. They also have some pastry items AND waffles (drinking/eating at the shop) that I'm going to eventually try. Highly recommended! read more

When I say, I would come here everyday if I lived walking distance, I mean it. But I'm still here a few times a week. First, the coffee is phenomenal. My favorite is the pink Cadillac mocha, or if I don't want espresso, the London fog latte (with lavender syrup) . They have some food - pastries and waffles, which are also good! Whether you're in town for a trip, or you live here, this is a must go if you're a coffee lover! read more

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Stopped by here for a lovely coffee this morning. Not gonna lie, I was a bit skeptical of a place called bae coffee but the interior was cute, the barista was very nice, and my latte was delicious. The menu is simple and pricing is pretty standard for Chicago. People were there with their laptops working as it was a weekday morning. The interior is small but I sat and enjoyed my drink for a bit before leaving. Love this area! Would return. read more

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I never leave reviews but felt compelled to share my two extremely negative experiences with Bae Coffee. I stopped by Bae Coffee and sat to take a work call. While I was on the phone, the owner, Devon, angrily approached me said I can't sit if I didn't buy something. Flustered and taken aback because I had been sitting for about a minute or so and in the middle of a call, I quickly apologized and told him I would order something in a minute. When off the call I went to the counter to apologize and oder something. The owner looked at me and completely ignored me and went into the back room. After waiting for a few minutes he came back and was extremely upset, yelling and using profanity towards me while other customers were in the shop. It resulted in him telling me to leave and he refused to service me. I was in the wrong for not ordering something at the start but the way the owner handled the situation when I try to rectify my mistake was completely uncalled for. Separately, my significant other was taking out our trash with our dog accompanying him. We live very close to Bae Coffee and our trash bins are right next to each other. The owner, Devon, was also taking out his trash at the same time. Our dog was leashed and waiting for my significant other to throw away the trash and our dog was apparently too close to something the owner, Devon wanted to throw away because Devon shoved our dog out of the way to pick up the item our dog was standing by. There are so many other cute, local coffee shops on Broadway, I would highly recommend supporting a different establishment. Picture of our dog for reference. read more

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A new cafe in the area that carries Publican goods. Walked into the the modest cafe to pick up a few items and was warmly greeted. Flat White- 3.5 (a bit bitter for my liking) Lattes- 4 Publican Choc chip cookie- 4 Publican Ham and Cheese croissant- 5 Small tables throughout; no wifi; ambiance encourages one to sit, sip, eat, and leave. I like it and will return; I hope the lattes/flat whites taste smoother next time. read more

LITERALLY, my new favorite coffee shop in all of Chicago!! -The design. ALL PINK. I'm seriously obsessed!! Not only is it pink... but it's adorned with streamers, disco balls, and neon signs. The most perfect and aesthetically pleasing design concept ever!! -The treats and drinks. They have a small (but dangerously tasty) selection of treats to choose from. Everything is totally Instagram worthy, and totally yummy!!! -The staff... aka: the owner!! :) FLIPPING HYSTERICAL. This is a husband and wife team, and the husband literally made my visit. He was helpful with everything, showed great hospitality, and again... was flipping hysterical. SO FUNNY. Honestly, it's because of his customer service that I'll 100% be back!! This place has only been open for a little over 3 months... so, you better get there soon before it becomes too popular!! Hehehe!! It's definitely a new gem to the Chicago area!! read more

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Cute little neighborhood coffee shop in Lakeview. It is very small (basically just a hallway) so don't plan on sitting there on a busy day. They don't make their own pastries, but they are curated from a local bakery. Very Instagram-able and they even gave me a puppichino! read more

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I have thought long and hard about this review. I think that Bae Coffee stop is right in the middle of a four star and three start review. If half or three quarter stars in a review where possible, this review would employ them. You should also realize that I visited here on their opening weekend, so that could have impacted some aspects of my visit and experience. First the positives. I am always happy when a new independent coffee shop opens, especially in this area. I used to live near here for several years, and it is surprising that there are not many independent coffee opens in their immediate area. Bae Coffee is a Breath of fresh air. Second, their coffee is good, but not better than the next independent coffee shop. I ordered a hot oat milk latte. I enjoy it. The coffee had a good taste and the oak milk made for a creamy latte. Now for the negatives. First, It's expensive, even on the scale of an independent coffee shop. For my 12 oz hot oat milk latte I paid around $6.60. Compare that with a 16 oz hot oat milk latte I got at Hexe Coffee a few weeks later for about $5.50. I got more of the same quality latte at over a dollar less at Hexe. Second, the interior needs a small bit of work. The Pink color aside (not my favorite color, but not a deal breaker), the interior is nice, but lacks a bit of something to make it sing. To be fair, I went on opening weekend, and all new businesses, including this one, need time to refine their presentation. Overall, this a good coffee shop worth supporting and buying coffee from. If you are in the area, it's a good option, it's not worth traveling here if there is a independent coffee shop with better value in your area. read more

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I had an unfortunate experience today! Coffee was good, and the blonde employee was kind, but the rules of this coffee shop and demeanor of another employee made it difficult to enjoy my time. You aren't allowed to have your laptop out in the shop? With me working remote, I was hoping to have this be a new spot for me. You also can't bring in outside food or drink, which is a totally understandable rule, however it was communicated to me in a short tone which made me feel unwelcome. All in all, I came in when it was busy, so maybe this place is awesome when it's a little slower. Not for me. read more

Holy crap, y'all! In addition to being hands down adorable with the nicest staff in the world, the lattes are fun and delicious, and the pastry selection features some of the best people in the city. Stopped in after pride fest up the street and decided to get all rosy with a mini rose babka from Masa Madre and an iced rose tea latte to match. The babka was warmed up for us and the barista thoughtfully brought a couple of glasses of water with curls of orange peel to the table. So nice to see that it's not just an Instagramable spot, but a really great coffee shop first and foremost. Will definitely be back!!! read more

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Dropped by here after the gluten free diner told me it was closed to dining in, and I'm so glad I checked it out! This place was cute and pink and for anyone into that. (It's me. I'm anyone.) It was clearly well liked by locals. But above all, holy cow the folks in charge know about coffee and food! The coffee beans are *incredibly* roasted, and done by the owners themselves. I ended up buying a bag of their single origin coffee beans to take them where I live in Seattle. The owner was so kind and passionate about food that it was an absolute pleasure to get to chat with him for a few hours. read more

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Really cute coffee concept! The barista is an enthusiastic guide if you need help pmakimg a selection. I tried a dirty chai latte with oat milk. It was easy on the eyes and delicious. The cinnamon rolls are humongous! They do offer seasonal LTO special drinks too. read more

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Really cute spot for the girlies in your life! Didn't have their food but pastries looked great. Service was fairly quick and drinks were good. Got a cold brew and iced latte and thought both were good but iced latte was better. Would go back for takeout or to sit in but there are limited spots so you may have to takeout. read more

The best mocha I've ever had anywhere on this planet. Really nice staff and a great local small business!

Love this coffee shop. Stopped in every morning on a visit to Chicago. The coffee is delicious, and service was quick and friendly. Thanks, Devon! read more

Service was great and the shop is super cute. I love checking out local coffee shops when traveling and this one did not disappoint! I got the maple latte as per the suggestion of the barista (with oat milk) and it was so good. And a smaller detail that I appreciate are the pink to go cups. It just adds a nice touch. read more

Coffee and food are good, the people are friendly. Not sure if they're renovating or something, but the space got smaller than I remember. They don't even have a bathroom for the customers, which I find pretty wild as a coffee shop. read more

This coffee shop is a neighborhood gem! The owners are so warm and caring about the community, and also about providing quality coffee to Lakeview East residents. I love stopping in for an excellent cup of coffee and a heartwarming chat with Devin and Alicia when they're behind the counter. You can see that their love story has been carried throughout their business and that they enjoy sharing it with the community. I also love that they give back by providing local artisans a venue for their holiday markets. This is a great place to shop local. read more