--Location/Parking-- Located off the corner of an…read moreintersection in the South Loop near the Printer Row district. No parking except paid parking structures near by. --Ambience-- Rectangular setup, which can make it crowded for pick up since everyone is huddle near the pick up area. There is only one restroom and the employee has to buzz you in. Limited outlet near the wall. I was lucky to have switch tables with me to charge my laptop. --Service/Staff-- Staff was cool with recommendation. The restroom can be an issue when there was no one near the cashier station. Other than that minor grip. Place is a great grab and go. --Products-- The usual Peet's coffee setup. Great selection of food items near the cashier which consist of snacks and hot food. --Capacity-- Small, rectangular coffee shop. Seating is probably max 8 people comfortably. You can squeeze in more people waiting in line to 20 to get their order. There were outdoor seating in front of the store. I didn't see the number available, but it was raining and not an optimal place to work. --Overall-- If you need a place to work and you are in the area. Recommended spot to work and grab coffee.

friendly staff and quick service at this location! Peet's used to be one of my favorite coffee…read moreplaces in college, and I'm so glad they have one in Chicago. Fairly cheaper than most coffee places nearby, but tastes just as good. The location is slightly small with no seating on the inside, but it's cozy and there's plenty of outdoor seating. [note as of march 2025, this location has closed.]

Buttercup in the South Loop is an absolute gem, especially if you're even remotely into amaro. The…read moreselection is unreal, like the kind of list that makes you pause and realize you're about to learn something whether you wanted to or not. It's curated in a way that feels intentional, not just "we stocked a bunch of bottles." You can tell whoever built it actually cares. And shoutout to Axel behind the bar, because she is amazing. Friendly, dialed in, and genuinely knowledgeable without doing the annoying bartender thing where they make you feel dumb for asking questions. You can tell she really enjoys working here. She makes a fantastic Negroni. Great vibe, great drinks, and the kind of place you immediately want to make "your spot."

I love finding cute neighborhood spots, and this one had been on my list for a while. I knew they…read moreoffered everything from coffee in the morning to wine and cocktails for lunch and dinner. I was in the area visiting Casa Tulum and decided to walk over to Buttercup. I thought it would be a hidden gem, but as soon as I walked in, it was packed. The atmosphere is quaint, cozy, and has a very chill vibe. I stepped outside my comfort zone and ordered a drink that was just okay, but the half salad was amazing. I loved the unique twist on it and would definitely order it again. The service was okay. It seemed like the waiter was juggling a lot and could have used some additional support. There is street parking available, one restroom, and the music was kept at a comfortable volume, which I appreciated. Overall, I enjoyed my visit and will definitely be back to try more items on the menu.

What I love about this bakery cafe is that it truly reminds me of my trip to Paris. There is a…read morefresh smell of butter, sweet cream and homemade breads. Everyone is so friendly and eager to serve. I love the variety, the themes and that they are trendy. I also love the French and Korean fusion. Ingredients are premium and the taste is real. Never too sweet and you're tasting the flavors you are supposed to taste. My first experience was in China Town, but I have certainly enjoyed other locations as well. Get the app, earn the rewards, eat or drink for FREE!

Connected to our Best Western Grand hotel, convenient location for us to get a quick fresh pastry…read more I noticed this place is a chain, because we saw these stores all around Chicago including Chinatown. My daughter loves strawberries and tried the strawberry croissant and enjoyed it. I tried the hash brown ham and cheese croissant, because I prefer savory over sweet. I did not enjoy it. I had to take it back to the counter to have it warmed up, it still wasn't that warm . It would taste better warm, so I would not recommend this savory pastry. The ketchup on top did not accompany the pastry well. I was not impressed. I'd try this place again, but definitely get something different. Pros: the individual pastry tongs to grab your pastry and then you take it the counter so they are cleaned, this keeps it very clean.

We picked up Tilly bagels at the recommendation of my daughter who is a college student at SAIC. We…read morearrived on a Saturday morning and there was a line of about 10 people down the block. They manage the line and let a few people in at a time. We ordered at the counter, and the workers were super friendly and helpful. We ordered a couple of sandwiches for my daughter and her friend. They were out of vegan cream cheese, so they suggested avocado for my daughter's, and she loved it. My gluten free sister in law got their GF bagel with blueberry cream cheese. They can't guarantee there won't be cross contamination with the toaster, but she decided to risk it. She said it was the best GF bagel she has ever had. She ended up going back to grab some more on her way out of town. We also ordered half a dozen bagels to go and toasted them at our hotel. Overall I liked them but I wish they wouldn't have put fennel on the everything bagel. The bagels are huge. If you get a sandwich, you can probably share. There are a few tables inside as well as a cozy sofa area.

The Chicago bagel with cream cheese was delicious. The combination of poppy seeds and celery salt…read moregives it a distinctive Chicago flavor that you don't find just anywhere. It's a simple idea, but it really works and makes the bagel stand out. The drip coffee, on the other hand, was just okay--nothing special and could be a lot better. One thing to keep in mind: if you're expecting a sweeter bagel, this probably isn't it. Chicago is known for its savory flavor profile, and that comes through in this bagel as well. The seasoning blend gives it a uniquely Chicago character that locals and visitors alike should appreciate.

AMAZING! Get the breakfast burrito!!!! A must try if you're…read morein the Chicago area. When visiting Chicago last week I was looking for coffee spots within walking distance of Grant Park and I found fairgrounds. I'm so glad I chose to stop in! The indoor seating area is small with one larger table, a single seat & table, and some bar like seats. I was able to snag the single seat with a small round table to myself. It was so cute inside and while I wish there was more indoor seating there was a lots of space to sit outside which I also enjoyed after finishing my food. I got the tahini caramel latte, the staff was very kind in helping me decide on a drink, I made a substitution to have it made with almond milk and it was delicious! So rich in flavor and a great coffee taste without being too sweet. Also you have to get the breakfast burrito with an extra side of salsa. I've never had a breakfast burrito and salsa like the one I ate at Fairgrounds and I'm still dreaming of it! The burrito was piping hot, had so many different bright flavors and the salsa on the side was very bright and fresh. Absolute 10/10

No issues with my order. Coffee was good and strong. The service was fast and the inside was clean!read more

Consider this my love letter to a small Cuban cafe chain that gave us all the home vibes we needed…read moreto get through the cold Chicago. We originally stopped in for a hot colada and warm tostada. A delicious little pick me up treat to get us by as we braved the Windy City block by block. After having a taste and thinking back to line busting through their doors, we decided we had to try their meals for dinner. Thankful that we were able to locate their locations on all the delivery apps, we opted to dine in our hotel room and have the food come to us even if it impacted the flavor a bit. I'm happy to say, it did not. The food was as flavorful and delicious as if my abuela had just laid it on the table in front of me (although my grandma does burn the maduros for that extra sweet crisp IYKYK). The star of the show was the Ropa Vieja sandwich. Probably one of the best I've had. Even counting back home, in Miami. If you're a local or just in town visiting, this cafe is definitely worth a visit.

This location in the loop is a nice escape from the hustle and bustle of the city conveniently…read morelocated near Grant Park. If you're in the mood for Cuban, don't skip Cafecito. The pressed sandwiches are clutch for any kind of weather, and there's a wide variety to choose from. I went with the Chivito which has steak, ham, bacon, fried egg, mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, onion, citrus aioli, and shoestring potatoes. If I didn't get that, I'd go for the Cubano or Jamon. They offer salads, plates (with rice, black beans, and plantains), and vegan specialties. Pair your meal with a café con leche or other coffee drink, and it's a happy day.

This was close to our hotel. The food was fresh and delightful. It certainly did not dissapoint…read more Great service. Cooked to perfection. We will go back while we are in town . 10/10

Excellent place to have breakfast! We had breakfast for 5 days and the food was great , staff was…read more attentive and courteous. Definitely recommend if in area to go here.

Even though I was staying at the hotel for a week, I only had breakfast here once. I mean they do…read morehave food and drink items that are not breakfast items as well but I was so busy during the days I was there. I wanted to take advantage as well because my job was reimbursing for meals so I went to indulge. I have been staying away from meat for the past year so I was disappointed that they did not have any meatless options for the breakfast sandwiches. I decided on the croissant sandwich, which had bacon, egg, and cheese. I also ordered a large iced coffee. Holy crap-for those 2 items-it was $17!!! We went back to our room to eat and the food was still warm enough. It was good but not like $12 amazing or worth it. The coffee was good. I had to ask for almond milk to be added afterwards because that was not an option at the self serve area. They had Stevia though so I was excited about that. The staff were pleasant. This place is also open late, like 10pm or 11pm! I checked out the deli sandwiches but they looked skimpy and again not worth $15+ so I didn't bother considering here the other days for food.

Considering this is the only spot to grab coffee if you're staying in the Hilton, I think it could…read moreuse some work. Don't get me wrong, the staff are great and work efficiently to get the hoards of conference goers and hotel patrons through the long lines but this place could use an upgrade. It looks like it hasn't been upgraded since the early 2000s and the breakfast options leave much to be desired. I wish there were some healthier options besides oatmeal, maybe something more protein heavy. Coffee was decent.