We were absolutely heartbroken when our favorite bingsoo cafe closed, so my friends and I were on a…read moreserious mission to find a worthy replacement. Then--by pure luck--we stumbled into Hangout Cafe after dinner next door, and WOW... this place saved us. They have an amazing selection of drinks--coffee, tea, bubble tea, bubble milk tea, and bubble milkshakes--but let's be real, I was there for the bingsoo. Choosing was tough because everything sounded incredible, but I went with the strawberry bingsoo, and it was next-level delicious. Light, refreshing, perfectly sweet... 10/10. The service was fantastic, the cafe was clean and cozy, and there's even a parking lot (major win). We left already planning our next visit. Safe to say, we've officially found our new go-to dessert spot. Cannot wait to come back--HIGHLY recommend!

Believe it or not I went here twice yesterday. I was intrigued by the Dalgona so had to try . It…read morewas good but a bit too sweet for me so I think I'll stick to my iced vanilla latte . I wish they didn't change the bingsoo ! It used to be so delicious with the cheesecake pieces on top . This place is great for a quick treat . Try not to go before close because it's super busy . I had another craving for my usual and he was nice enough to wait for it and it was definitely worth it . It always smells clean in here as well and I appreciate that . It's not super comfortable but good enough to sit for a bit .

I met a friend here a few months ago for the first time and have already been back several times…read morebecause I genuinely love the food and coffee. This cafe does so many things right, starting with the spacious parking lot located in a large strip mall, which makes stopping by very convenient. Inside, the dining room is bright, elegant, and welcoming, and the staff has been consistently friendly and kind. During my first visit, my friend and I ordered for dine-in, and I immediately appreciated the thoughtful details. The ordering counter displays a variety of freshly made pastries and bakery items that are very tempting. My drink was served in a real glass, and my food came out hot on an actual plate with a fork. I love places that make dining in feel intentional and special rather than treating it like takeout. I ordered the spinach Turkish bread ($8.75), and it completely exceeded my expectations. It was generously filled with spinach, cheese, and garlic, and the flavor was outstanding. You could tell it was freshly made and homemade. Just writing this review is making me crave it again. I also ordered an iced caramel macchiato ($6.25), which had a perfect balance of sweetness and bitterness and paired really well with my food. One downside is that the dining room is not very large, so tables are close together. As it got busier during our visit, I became a bit uncomfortable because I could clearly hear the conversation at the table next to us, which meant they could hear ours, as well. It is something to keep in mind if you plan to stay. Because of this, I now usually order my drink to go. Overall, I am extremely impressed with this cafe. It has quickly become one of my favorite spots for both food and coffee, and I will absolutely continue coming back.

We had a mixed experience at Sweet Reserve, but positive overall. If Yelp allowed half stars, they…read morewould be a solid 3.5. We ordered a cappuccino, almond croissant, and cherry danish from a very helpful staff member. The pastries were pretty good, albeit on the heavy side. My danish was packed with cherries but didn't have much of the cream cheese I was hoping would cut the sweetness a bit. The cappuccino was the highlight, smooth and not overly bitter. We were there mid-morning on a Saturday, and two people were working. Our pastries came out pretty quickly, but it took a very long time for my cappuccino due to a large to-go order they were handling. It's understandable, and we weren't in a hurry anyway. I've only been here once and so I don't know if that's typical, but something to be aware of in case you're on a tight timeline. The ambiance was nice, and it would be a pleasant place to hang out and work.

Needed to unload some Joong Boo $3 coupons and this place (unlike K Grill) accepted multiple so…read morethis smoothie was free! Excellent and friendly service from the adorable cashier... man Im old when I'm thinking younger Gen Z are cute kids ... anywhoo... I like the vibe and menu... I think this is my fave spot in this long line of varied Korean cuisines here at the JB food court

Tucked into the food court of Joong-Boo grocery store, KCafe & Eats is one of the food court…read moreoptions and absolutely delicious! I needed to go grocery shopping, but before the tasks begins hubs and I needed lunch! We walked thru the choices available at the food court and decided that Korean wings would be a tasty lunch meal. We were there just before 3:00 so we ordered the KPopcorn chicken lunch special. It came with tater tots (my fav), popcorn chicken with ddukbokki (ttekbokki) in the OG sauce, and a soft drink. We also got a 5 piece chicken wing in honey sauce and a taro blended smoothie. The popcorn chicken with dduk-bokki was plentiful for a lunch special. The OG sauce is DELICIOUS! It's slightly spicy, sweet, umami, and covered everything well! The popcorn chicken was crispy and juicy, nice plump sized pieces, and the dduk-bokki was nicely seared, chewy, and fresh! The tater tots were fried well and we dipped it in the OG sauce. The wings were larger and juicy, sooooo crispy, and covered in plenty of yum honey sauce. It wasn't a sickly sweet honey sauce, it was well balanced! The taro freeze tasted like taro which is good. I've had it at other places where it just tastes like a cup of slushy ice and a hint of something. The owner (I think he was the owner) was so sweet and was patient while I tried to figure out what we wanted. Because we were there just before 3:00 on a Monday, it wasn't very busy. There are plenty of tables for seating and enjoying your food. They're spaced nicely apart and all kept clean. The food court area is separate from the grocery store and has its own entrance (far right doors as you face the front of the store). To get to the grocery side you'll have to leave the food court and walk over to the other entrance. Craving some delicious Korean wings, dduk-bboki, or even bingsoo? KCafe will really hit the spot and it's so affordable!

was at Woodfield mall and wanted to try this place out. for what it is, it wasn't bad but just a…read morefew call outs: - they also sell yakitori so the smell inside the store is very interesting. it smells like a mix of fruit and yakitori and doesn't fit the vibe of the store - the cashier wears gloves but the employees mixing through the white cream with a spoon doesn't wear a glove so questioning the level of sanitation here otherwise, not bad. has a lot of potential!

If you saw No Face sitting on the train, would you join them? Of course you would! I couldn't…read moreresist, so I got a mango smoothie with boba and took a few photos. This is a cute cafe with drinks, snacks and gifts. Spirited Away is one of my favorites so I thought this was fun. The theme doesn't carry over to the rest of the cafe though; that would be five stars for sure.

If you're looking for a breakfast spot that checks all the boxes, this is it. Wildberry Schaumburg…read morehas a massive menu, kid-friendly vibes, and is fully accessible to all guests. Everything we ordered was fresh and tasty. The servers were very kind and helpful. Yes, there's a wait time, BUT that's just because it's THAT good!"

My son's girlfriend was in town from Michigan and we wanted to go to brunch before she headed back…read morehome. Wildberry gets so busy but you can easily get in line through Yelp. However, I'd join when you are 10 minutes away as sometimes the line goes quick and you get passed. After we are called for our seats, we wait in a small line as they prep the table. After we were seated, the staff quickly gave us water as we looked over the menu. I was not in the mood for a fancy breakfast so I went traditional, Two Eggs over medium, veggie patties (homemade), hash browns and pancakes with decaffeinated coffee with honey. The food came in a nice time, not too long and not too quick- enough to have a nice conversation while waiting. When the food came, everything was cooked to perfection. The eggs over medium, the hash browns were cooked and had that bit of crunch from the skillet. Pancakes were a nice size. And the veggie patties were tasty! The coffee with just honey hit the spot. It appears everyone else really liked their food as it was pretty quiet. Lol. I enjoy this place especially bringing family and friends from out of town. Good times and great memories.

Yum! This food is good but expensive. If you want to add protein it's an extra charge and a big one…read more! At least $18 to add protein to a salad . We opted to split their special beef sandwich with pickled veggies and an aioli with a bit of a kick . You sit yourself here and pay at the front which is nice . They also have wine and a bunch of beverages to choose from as well as tasty bakery treats . The booths are comfy and it's a nice classy place to recharge after shopping . Service is kind and professional. I'd definitely go back

Nordstrom Café is a nice little getaway from the mall -- calm, quiet, and a relaxing spot to take a…read morebreak. You order at the counter, and they bring the food to your table, so remember to leave a tip. The food was good and met all of our basic lunch needs. We had the Caesar salad and the Cobb salad. The Caesar was average, and the Cobb was okay -- nothing special, but both were fresh and satisfying enough for a quick lunch.

Great cafe! Got iced strawberry matcha latte and bulgogi panini. And croissant, which was…read moredelicious! Got my matcha latte with oatmilk. Bulgogi panini was very delicious and came with a drizzle of sriracha mayo. Very mild, not very spicy at all, and adds an interesting touch for the tongue! Service was nice and quick! Ambience was chill with kpop music playing in the background.

Came here with my cousins on a Saturday night after dinner. Cute little spot. The name changed, so…read morethey might have changed owners. There's private rooms available if needed, for a fee. On the side, there's a "mini" ramen bar. Kinda cool. There's many different pastries available that looked good. We came for the bingsoo and got a big one to share. We were all pretty full from dinner, but between the 5 of us, we somehow managed to finish it. Will have to come back to try some of the other items on the menu and pastries!