Kind of a lackluster vibe inside it feels a bit empty and strange how their bar is wide open. That said, I enjoyed my s'mores cold brew. The pecan apple monkey bread danish was a bit dry but yummy flavor. They also had a couple scone options and I'm a sucker for a scone! The three people working were super kind, warm, and friendly, which means the world to me at a coffee shop!!! I feel like they should really redesign the tables inside and have better/more seating. It was fine though, just not great or anything too special. read more

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Amazing service! Amazing coffee! Amazing experience! This was my first time trying Philz after hearing everyone rave about how delicious the coffee was and definitely worth the hype! While walking in, I noticed the "New drinks" sign outside and decided to try the Salted Butterscotch. It was delicious! Just the right amount of salty and sweet but not too overwhelming. I usually am not a cold brew girl either, but the worker suggested this drink and I'm glad I tried it! Will be back soon! read more

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As someone who fell in love with Philz Coffee back when I lived in San Francisco, finding one in Chicago was like a little taste of home! The moment I walked in, that familiar aroma and laid-back vibe hit me -- and I knew I was in the right place. Of course, I had to order my all-time favorite: the Mint Mojito Iced Coffee. Fresh, creamy, perfectly balanced, and topped with that signature sprig of mint -- it's the kind of drink that instantly lifts your mood and makes you smile. The Chicago location nails everything I love about Philz -- friendly baristas who make your drink exactly how you want it, cozy seating, and a calm energy that feels worlds away from the downtown rush. Whether you're catching up with friends, working on your laptop, or just treating yourself to a coffee experience (not just a caffeine fix), this is the spot. So happy to have my Bay Area favorite right here in the heart of Chicago! read more

Philz Coffee - Getting my Philz fix!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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What makes this coffee shop different from other coffee shops is that it has unique drinks. My favorite drink to get there is the Yuzu iced tea. It has such a unique flavor, and it's something I've never had before. Their coffees are all very different and unique. For example, they have s'mores coffee and interesting-flavored matchas. Their scones are one of my favorites, especially the Chase scone. The people making the drinks are very kind. They always remember my name and my order. read more

I love Philz Coffee, especially because I'm a San Francisco native and have been a fan since day one. I was so excited that they had locations in Chicago and went to their downtown location near our hotel. However, the coffee was not as strong as usual, so not sure why. I enjoyed it nonetheless but I guess not every Philz makes their coffee the same? read more

Coffee was good but no lattes or espressos which are my favorite. We also ordered the blueberry lemon glazed scone and it was pretty good. The service was very good. The coffee shop looked clean and welcoming. read more

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Modern clean neat friendly atmosphere located in a different attractive atmosphere a variety of delectable vast decaffeinated coffee drink selections along with coffee mugs cups shirts and specialized drinks. read more

My go to for beans - Philtered Soul hits the spot consistently with it's punch of hazelnut flavor. The drinks are made to order and always a delightful and unique concoction. A must try is the mojito coffee. The seasonal drinks are always fun. Service is nice and generally pretty quick. The space is bare/to the point and has a few seating tables for small groups. There is one table that can hold a few folks - saw some people playing large uno. It doesn't get too loud here. read more

Philz Coffee - New & limited menu - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Nice staff but lacking in understanding their own technology. Clean facilities. Overpriced coffee.

Great coffee and always has something that is different than the usual chains. The store is clean but very limited seating. Usually packed with people coming to/from Whole Foods or LifeTime. I tried the Gingersnap iced and you can taste the ginger, definitely recommend. read more

Philz Coffee - Gingersnap - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Everyone is kind here and they always get my coffee right! 10/10 They have cool drinks and seasonal ones too. Even though they don't have espressos, their coffees still have enough caffeine for me. read more

Stopped by Philz for a quick break and tried the Honey Haze. Even after asking for it half-sweet, it was still way too sweet for my taste--overpowered the coffee entirely. The chocolate croissant, on the other hand, was a win. Flaky, warm, and satisfying--definitely the highlight of the visit. There are a few seats if you want to hang around, but it's more of a casual stop than a sit-down café. Good for a quick bite and go. Staff was kind and helped me with a technical issue with the payment. read more

Philz Coffee - Chocolate Croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Thank you, Cam, for a GREAT experience and the warmest of welcomes! My friend's Tesora was cool and refreshing and my Magical Water was just that, magical! Yum! Philz has a great crew and delivers way more than just coffee and any purchase is more than just a transaction. I left with a lighter step and a brighter smile than when I entered. Thanks Philz on Chicago Ave.! :--) Patrick S. read more

Philz Coffee - Welcome sign with barista's name, cool! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great coffee. Good amount of seating for 20 people or so. Free water. Consistent taste with those in California. read more

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My go-to order at Philz is the iced Mint Mojito coffee with the sweet and creamy modifier! If you're a fan of sweet iced coffee drinks, you will love this! read more

Philz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Never pass up a chance to get some Philz! Happened to be in chicago and got to stop in for some Philz. Went with their seasonal option of winter bliss. Easy to order with friendly staff. Seating available indoors and outdoors. Delicious coffee made perfectly. read more

Philz Coffee - Winter Bliss - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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My first Philz experience! I was surprised I had never heard about Philz when I realized this coffee shop has a significant following. All their coffee is brewed, no espresso. They have cold brew, iced coffee, and pour overs, plus a significant menu of specialty drinks with flavoring. At first, this kind of reminded me of Mary Lou's (for you New Englanders) but I actually loved my experience. Off the menu, I chose the mojito iced coffee. I love mint and coffee together so I really enjoyed this coffee. I got medium sweetness and medium creaminess. Unlike other places, they don't overdue the sweetness - medium was barely sweet, which is the way I like it. The coffee even had a generous heap of fresh mint leaves (which I guess for $7 makes sense). Everyone who worked here was really friendly and offered to make any adjustments as they handed you your coffee. I'm still an espresso / iced latte fan at heart, but I really enjoyed this elevated brewed coffee cafe. Will stop at Philz next time I have the chance! read more

Philz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This location is literally my go to location whenever I want coffee. The people here are super nice and quick at making drinks. I think there was one time I had an issue with the sugar/cream level and they immediately adjusted it on the spot for me. This is why I keep coming back to Philz Coffee. They will always tell you to try your drink before handing you the lid to close your drink in case you're unhappy with it and will adjust it until you're satisfied. My order is always a large mint Mojito iced coffee with regular cream and sugar. Every time I take a sip of the mint Mojito I just think of eating coffee ice cream with just the perfect amount of sugar. I recently got into their seasonal drink, which is the tiramisu latte. I cannot stop talking about their tiramisu latte to my friends and family so I took my cousin here last week. She ordered a hot tiramisu latte because it was cold outside, but I stuck with my original iced tiramisu latte. She took a sip in her eyes lit up. I was like isn't it insanely good? Basically, if no one has ever been to this coffee shop, then they need to because they are so freaking good. I also like that they have a seating area where you can do a little bit of work, but it can get pretty loud depending on the foot traffic. read more

Philz One Chicago was my first stop after a nearby appointment. I was in search of a caffeinated pick me up before going on with the rest of my day, and in the mood to branch out from my go-to Starbucks. The pastries and other food offerings in the case looked intriguing, although it seemed like Peet's or Starbucks have more options in terms of day-long offerings (sandwiches, salads) and grab-and-go items. For coffee, all of the creations are proprietary to Philz. There is really nothing like an Americano, latte, etc. on offer, rather the menu features the store's own creations. I went with a facsimile of a house blend, a medium-roast Tesora, with cream. The drink, a pour-over, was crafted with care and was smooth. Certainly not as speedy as a coffee with a splash of cream added, but good to change things up. As other reviewers pointed out, there is seating indoors and a few outside tables. On my visit, the space was calm and conducive to having a coffee meeting or doing some work. read more

Philz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Being from the Bay I took it personally that the breakfast burritos from Philz in Chicago were so much better than ours . Service was great. Location was a little dirty, but the coffee and the food were fantastic. read more

Philz Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

So excited to find and order Philz coffee again! I first tried it in CA and it was really good. I got a Rose this time which was pretty good, but I think I prefer Iced Mint Mojito. read more

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My family and I came in for a little break, and we definitely were glad we did! I am not much of a coffee drinker, but the drinks here were extremely smooth and artisanally crafted. Our son also seemed to enjoy the blueberry lemon muffin. While not a lot of seating, there was just enough to allow us to be in a more secluded part of the store so my youngins didn't disturb other patrons. Everyone who worked here was extremely kind, and we would absolutely return for the coffee! Thank you One Chicago Philz! read more

I had no idea Philz was outside of California! We LOVED Philz in San Francisco. What a lovely surprise to find one near our hotel in Chicago! Our whole family loved it (we have two teenagers) and how easy it was to order. It's no-nonsense, delicious coffee made with flavor profiles that have been given careful attention. The staff was top notch, friendly and patient with my teens' questions. If you're looking for "commercial coffee" that tastes like commercial coffee, keep looking. This place feels like a neighborhood, small batch establishment. 100% recommend!!! read more

Philz Coffee - Ether with medium cream and medium sweet. My teens are in the background enjoying their own coffee concoctions. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

So this was my first visit a few weeks back and it will not be my last. I was seeking an Americano and the friendly barista suggested I should go for their signature drink, JACOB'S WONDERBAR. The taste is described as a layers of nuts and chocolate filled with a full-bodied flavor. This is an accurate description and filled my need for an Americano. I really appreciated the pour over option and the time it took to provide a quality drink. The interior was clean and nicely decorated with a clean, fresh look. This location is better suited if you take public trans or if you live in the area. Parking in this area can be a little tricky but if you have the time, you'll find a spot. read more

Philz Coffee - JACOB'S WONDERBAR - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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We stopped by for a quick drink - the iced mint mojito. The drink wasn't too sweet and was also quick to come out. It was convenient from where we were staying. read more

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Philz is a favorite of mine and the hubby and I go to the San Diego stores at least twice a week, so it was an easy decision when it came to where we should grab a mid-day pick me up. This location on Chicago Ave was half a mile away from our hotel and an easy walk, so we stopped in and hung out before heading off to our next adventure. My go to in the afternoon is always tea, so I ordered a small hot Istanbul Treat Philz Way with medium cream and honey. Istanbul Treat is my favorite tea at Philz because of the licorice and mint notes. For coffee, I either get the Dancing Haze or Mocha Tesora. The hubby on the other hand orders the Philtered Soul Train in the morning and sticks to their House decaf with light cream, no sugar in the afternoons. It's a large comfortable space with huge windows to watch the city go by, so take a load off and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea. read more

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Came here for the first time and got their signature mint mojito coffee medium/medium. Probably could have gone for a medium as the ice takes up some space. Overall very smooth coffee and the mint was unique. For $5.50 for a small I probably wouldn't be a regular and would go more for a treat. read more

Philz Coffee - Mint mojito coffee, medium/medium, small - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Drop everything you're doing and head to Philz for their BREAKFAST SANDWICHES. It's so rare to find a coffee shop in America that uses REAL EGGS! It was extremely satisfying to dig into that breakfast burrito knowing that. Philz has its own unique twist on coffee. They do not have any espresso drinks, so if you're looking for a bland Starbucks latte, this isn't the place for you. However, if you're looking for unique and affordable cold brew or pour over coffees, the combinations at Philz are out of this world. They also allow you to choose your sweetness level, which is a godsend in this country! 1. Iced Coffee Rose - delicious! It's truly an experience; the first sip has you taste the rose and then the coffee flavor kicks in for one astounding mouthful. I highly recommend this drink while it's still on the menu! They also seem to have a few seasonal drinks like the Gingersnap - if you're feeling festive. 2. The Honey Haze is now my all time favorite drink. Who would have thought honey and coffee went together so well? & Philz just perfected it! This is by far one of the best coffee drinks I've had in a really long time. Service is excellent - can be slightly slow during a rush, but that is expected and the wait is worth it. The place is also decorated in a way that makes me either want to complete all my work and assignments in one sitting or relax and read a long long novel. There is no in between. They also have a few merchandise items for sale and coffee to brew at home. Highly recommend! read more

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Thank you Philz for the consistency of your Philz Family baristas across the board. W Chicago location Thank you. Clean. Perfect Jacobs, Medium, Medium cream, no sweet. read more

The location has seating inside and outside. No espresso, only pour over coffee. The drinks were pretty good. The mojito had actual mint leaves in the drink. Menu was a bit small though. read more

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It's a Philz coffee so let's not go overboard on expectations. But it delivers, is quick, clean, and organized. Decent seating too though not massive. read more

I've always wanted to try Philz & finally got the chance to this weekend. Pretty typical coffee prices for the city. Decent sized inside, a few tables before inside and out- nice ambiance clean. Tons of different flavor options which I loved. Another cool this is you get to customize a lot - iced/hot, your level of creaminess, & your level of preferred sweetness. I loved that part never seen it before. I went with Dancing Water & a seasonal Mojito one. Both were good but for some reason watery? I could taste the coffee but it was watery. Strange but pretty good! Quick service. I'd come back again if near one. read more

Philz Coffee - Large iced - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I have been to this location a few times and really enjoy the coffee and the atmosphere here. I think one thing that stands apart is just how warm and friendly everyone is all the time. Celia made my day today. Her hospitality was unexpected and very appreciated. I was so happy I got a little choked up to be honest. I have recommended this place before but I definitely will be more specific and recommend the state and Chicago Ave location hands down. Thank you for making my day brighter today and every day I have been coming there. This iced coffees I got today feels warm to the soul today for sure. read more

After being homesick for LA, finding out Chicago now had a Philz was a game changer... Iced Mint Mojitos are back. Now please bring the weather as well... read more

BEST COFFEE EVER!! The Mocha Tesora is to die for! So rich and creamy! I have craved the coffee ever since I got it! A good spot to work in. Staff is kind. I am going to have to go again & again & again!! read more

Philz Coffee - Mocha Tesora - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I've never been to a Philz establishment and was excited to try it today at the One Chicago location. Unfortunately, the man working was incredibly rude to me - I asked if he had almond syrup/flavoring and he said "this isn't a Starbucks, we don't have syrups." It would be great if the Philz team could train their customer-facing employees how to communicate information about the menu that doesn't involve condescension. read more

I regularly get my Philz from the Lincoln Park location and LOVE ordering from there. Always consistent, always tasty and well balanced. I was really excited to visit this location when visiting the area, but left very disappointed after my regular order tasted completely different at this location... No refreshing sweetness w the Mint Mojito, almost completely honey and no cold brew in the Honey Haze. I modified my coffees once I got home. Maybe it was because the store closed in 30 minutes? The cafe was still bustling with patrons, so I wonder what the issue was :/ read more

Don't understand all the positive reviews to be honest. Having had Philz from multiple locations in the Bay Area for years, this location has never lived up to that standard. Popular drinks such as the rosé, ecstatic, mocha tesora do not even come close to the taste and quality as they do in California. The service is also much poorer here. No friendly faces, conversations, etc. This experience is specific to this one barista who I have also seen at every visit. Let's just say this is how he greets us every time "hi .. -_-.." The last time I was here, I also noticed he first made drinks for people who ordered in the store after I submitted my online order and then showed attitude when I asked him if my drink was ready when I didn't get mine on time(because the app told me to check in). read more

standard philz location, coffee is ok, customizable, favorite drinks are the mint mojito and mocha tesora. the standard philz can be heavy depending on the size so take that into account when customizing your order. service was quick, just not my favorite coffees read more

My friend and I were so excited to see a Philz coffee shop! For a few years, went to their Berkeley location in California at least 3 times a week to get a cold mint mojito coffee. read more

Philz Coffee - a cup of coffee on a table - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois