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    Ralph’s Coffee

    4.0 (208 reviews)
    ModerateCoffee & Tea
    Open 8:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    chelsea d.

    Of course I have to visit a coffee shop that is all over social media! The inside of this coffee shop gave everything Ralph Lauren the design. The aesthetics were absolutely perfect. The young lady who took my order had a smile which always goes a long way for me. If you like coffee, you will like their bean . If you are not a coffee fan and you really like super sweet coffee, this may not be the place for you.

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    Kenna G.

    Ralph's is a cute shop, just incredibly overpriced. My latte was over $10, while it was good, no coffee is worth $10 in my opinion! Service was nothing spectacular, and there are not very many tables.

    Charel G.

    Finally made it to Ralph's Coffee, and it definitely lived up to the anticipation. We arrived just in time, right before a long line started to form, which made the experience even better. We ordered two iced vanilla lattes topped with brown sugar cold foam. The balance of sweetness from the foam paired perfectly with the smooth espresso, refreshing and not overly sugary. The baristas were friendly, efficient, and professional, which kept everything running seamlessly even as it got busier. The space itself is aesthetically pleasing, classic, and effortlessly chic with the rest of the store filled with RL clothing. Overall, a nice coffee experience that combines quality drinks with a polished atmosphere. Definitely worth stopping by if you're in the area.

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    Alexander D.

    Ralph's is a cool concept as a coffee store in front of the retail right off of Michigan this location is cool. It adds a more boutique consumer experience as you can order some coffee and then browse the aisles for new styles. I ordered a specialty latte and my wife ordered the matcha which she felt was pretty milk heavy (we just came back from Japan) and a chocolate pastry. My coffee was pretty good nothing out of this world for the price point but just solid. They did provide relatively fast service which was nice. I do think they could expand options a little as well.

    Alexandra F.

    I love this place! A darling cafe inside Ralph Lauren. A menu full of delicious coffees, teas, and pastries. I was taking a morning walk from my hotel, and just happened upon this place. I asked what was the best on the menu given it was my birthday, and was recommended by Trinity to try the Oat Milk Draft Latte and add maple. WOW! Simply divine! Outstanding! My coffee was creamy, and slightly sweet. Perfection in a cup. In addition to the delicious coffee, the pastries are also very well made. My plain toasted croissant with a side of honey was flakey and buttery. Also a divine representation. While chatting with the employees, I learned that there are several Ralph's around the nation. Good to know, since I fell in love with my order. I will be seeking those out... I ended up coming here four days in a row. I did not encounter a line with the exception of my last day. That was a wait of about 20 minutes. There are several tables inside, but when there's a line/crowded you would have to take your order to go. There is a 45 minute time limit on the tables, however. Thank you Trinity for your recommendation! When I'm back in Chicago, I'll definitely stop by.

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    Jay B.

    We're in Chicago for a campus tour at Loyola, taking in that classic 20‑degree, sunny Chicago weather that somehow feels both brutal and beautiful at the same time. After the tour, we wanted a place to warm up and relax before heading to dinner, and that's when we came across Ralph's Coffee, tucked right at the entrance of the four‑story Ralph Lauren flagship store. The moment you step inside, the space reflects exactly what you'd expect from Ralph Lauren: polished, elegant, and full of that signature upscale charm. It's a small café area, and because the store was pretty busy, the line was long at first. We decided to browse the store while waiting, and by the time we came back down, the line had thinned out enough to give it a try. The barista was genuinely kind and attentive. My son ordered a matcha latte, and she immediately let us know that their matcha isn't sweetened, something I really appreciated, so she offered sugar on the side. Drinks are made to order, similar to Starbucks, but the menu itself is fairly limited. Not a huge variety of drinks, and the food selection is minimal as well. Our drinks came out quickly. I ordered a chai latte, and while it was fine, I'd say Starbucks still does it much better in terms of flavor and balance. My son enjoyed his matcha, but overall the offerings felt more about the brand experience than the beverages themselves. In the end, it was a pleasant stop, beautiful atmosphere, friendly service, and a fun little break in the middle of our day. But in terms of coffee alone, we'd probably explore other cafés in Chicago before coming back here.

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    Insia Z.

    Maple latte was good. I heard the pastries are good but can't confirm. Good spot if you're in the area but not sure I'd go out of my way to return

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    Kara S.

    Yes, a tourist attraction - but a good one! There is always a short line. But the coffee comes out fast. Seating is very limited so if you want to sit down have a friend go sit while you order! The interior is cute, very on brand with the signature white and green. Good for photos! I had the vanilla latte with oatmilk - $9.

    Lakeshia O.

    Saw on TikTok and had to go! Downtown area right next to the Ralph Lauren store. Cute coffee shop. There was a wait when we went but it went by pretty quickly. Super cute! We tried the matcha lemonade and then the iced chai latte! 5/5!

    Ciara W.

    What you would expect from an overpriced tourist trap. Drinks were decent, but the croissants were still half cold after being heated up. Aesthetics were nice but isn't worth the price or waiting in the line for in my opinion.

    Kelse S.

    I really enjoyed our visit to Ralph's. I've seen it all over insta, and since we were in town, I took full advantage of a visit. We went mid November and they already decorated for Christmas which was really nice. We went on a Saturday morning and the line (shockingly) wasn't out the door. It moved quickly, and after a 5 minute wait it was our turn to order. I ordered a latte and my boyfriend ordered a seasonal gingerbread latte. The gingerbread latte came witha cinnamon gingerbread man on it which was really cute. Mine was traditional latte art which looked really nice. We sat and sipped for a bit, but the space is so small we wanted to free up space for others and left after a couple of minutes. It's for sure worth checking out, just don't plan on staying there if it's busy!

    Ann L.

    Been eyeing this cafe for many months and finally on this snowy day my furbaby and I decided to drop in. It was rather cold outside so we wanted to warm up with some hot chocolate (avoiding caffeine in the afternoon to preserve my night slumber). Was the perfect choice for this cold winter day. They also had affogato which was super tempting but because I didn't want to disrupt my sleep, I made the adult decision to pass this time. They also had soft serve espresso and a few pastries which I would like to try the next time. There were decent amount of indoor seating to warm up and enjoy your drink. The decor was a simple and elegant, white and green palette which was perfect. Also a life size Ralph Lauren bear figure which make a cute photo op.

    Marisa P.

    The seating area is extremely small and difficult to navigate. The coffee shop is in front of the Ralph Lauren store, so the foot traffic is awkward if there is a line. The coffee was excellent and the seating area is adorable with Ralph Lauren stripes and style. I just don't know if it's worth the wait in a long line.

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