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    River Roux

    4.1 (22 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Not a full cup
    Kayla P.

    This is a very cute coffee shop and a great place to sit with friends or catch up on work. The river views are unbeatable, and it wasn't too busy at all around 9 a.m. on a Tuesday, which was a plus. I ordered a matcha latte and a café miel to go. When I picked up the coffee, I immediately noticed how light it felt, and when I got home and opened it, it was definitely not a full cup. That was disappointing, especially given the price, though the coffee itself was very good. The matcha latte was solid but nothing standout, comparable to Starbucks. Even though I wasn't thrilled with the drinks this time, I'd still come back to give it another chance or simply to enjoy the ambiance and views.

    Simran S.

    River Roux is my new favourite coffee shop in the city! With spectacular views of the river and the architecture it was such a great time. I got a latte with some caramel flavour and it was genuinely amazing.

    Maggie L.

    What a surprise find and hidden gem! I wish we had more time there as it has an amazing view along the river and chill vibe. We came probably 40 minutes before they closed and I'm surprise to still find a lot of people there. They got coffee, beers, wines and food there. I'll definitely come back and enjoy more treats and the view. I imagine they would be super busy during the day. They have access to outdoor River walk space in case you want some fresh air. This is in the Bank of America building at the river walk level.

    Nancy M.

    The food wasn't good but the view is beautiful. We ordered a croissant sandwich and it was dry. The sandwich was ok but it wasn't warm. And the matcha latte had too much milk to the point I couldn't taste any matcha. The place was clean and modern and the service was amazing it was just the food very mediocre.

    Charisma H.

    I really love this cafe. It's has beautiful views of the river, great food and stellar service. The space itself is quite cozy, but it's always crowded every time I've been here. It's really popular which really just highlights the need for more places to chill and hang out in the loop. More cute cafes please! I think the food is actually better than the coffee here. The coffee is good but nothing to write home about. I've gotten a few of the different sandwiches, the salad and soup and really liked all of them. I always upgrade to the tomato bisque with my sandwiches for $1.50 which is totally worth it. And the staff here are so sweet! Because it is so crowded they will help you find a place to sit and even rearrange furniture for you so your whole party can fit. Come but not with a large group and don't be too upset if you have to take your food to go if you can't find seating.

    Lavender Latte
    Vaishnavi W.

    River Roux felt like a fun speak-easy coffee shop, since it is located in an office building. A lot of corporate people, the vibes are great for a catch up with a friend or colleague. The prices were also quite decent and the ambiance was very nice and modern. I had the Lavender Latte, and I got a nice big cup of coffee which was yumm!

    Robert R.

    Great brunch spot. Employees were super friendly and the food/coffee was really good. Would recommend checking it out if you are wanting a nice little spot with a view of the river.

    Aanchal B.

    Very cute new place! Unfortunately the day I went there was a private event happening so a lot of the seats were taken but it is also a smaller space when the outdoor is closed for the summer. I got the hazelnut latte which was pretty good. It's located in the lower level of the Bank of America building and easy to find with the signs. I would come back! The service was fast too.

    Suhani A.

    This cafe is absolutely gorgeous. The views of the river are amazing and there is plenty of seating. Prices are very very reasonable and the place is honestly a great WFH or study spot. I thought the coffee was only okay, but I did love the crepe and avocado toast. Very worth it and highly recommend stopping by!

    Kit C.

    This is my second visit to this beautiful cafe located on Wacker drive. The first time I thought it would be confusing finding this cafe since its inside of a business building but surprising the signs are super clear and easy to find. First time I tried the soda espresso, it was an interesting try for me and I loved it for a hot summer. Thr sparkling soda was refreshing with a taste of espresso. This time I got a regular latte and it was alright. Nothing special to it. I also ordered a croissant breakfast sandwich- the croissant was old so when its warmed up it was a bit chewy. The bacon was burnt. And it had a hint of banana flavor, i assume they use the same utensils gor crepe and breakfast sandwich. The service was friendly and fast and they bring the order to you if youre dining in. The environment is great for studying. Work, catching up with friends or even just relax by yourself as they have a very spacious lounge.

    Runzer W.

    I went there with my friends. The view of this cafe was amazing! There are plenty of seats inside, and it is very suitable for study. The late that I ordered was okay, but my friend ordered an espresso soda and said it was awesome. Hope they could have more options for coffee drinks.

    Coffee and donut
    hannah y.

    Stopped by River Roux Coffee to get some work done. The place was pretty crowded, and service was on the slow side, but it's actually a nice spot for remote work with plenty of light, calm atmosphere, and a beautiful view of the lake that makes it easy to stay for a while. I got their old-fashioned donut and a coffee. The donut was really large for the price, soft and fresh, but a bit too sweet for my taste. The coffee was fine, nothing special, just your standard brew. Overall, good place to sit and work

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    Located in the Bank of America building, just follow the signage and take the elevator down to the lower level.

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    I stopped by Intelligentsia Coffee and really enjoyed it. I ordered a matcha latte with almond milk…read moreand my husband got a cappuccino with oat milk. Both were excellent. I appreciated that the matcha can be customized. You can choose sweetened or unsweetened and even adjust the matcha strength. Since I am sensitive to caffeine I chose light matcha and it was perfect. Smooth flavor and not overly sweet. The cafe is also a really nice place to sit for a bit. There are big tables and lots of natural light which makes it feel relaxed and comfortable. The staff were nice and the drinks came out quickly. Great spot for a quality matcha or coffee in the area. I would definitely come back.

    Stopped into this coffee shop on a weekday right after landing in Chicago. I needed somewhere to…read moresit, work, and kill time while waiting for my accommodations to be ready--and this place did the job. Hella busy, the staff was semi-helpful while I was trying to decide what to order--not rude, just not super engaging either. I ended up settling on a latte, which... whew. $8 for what felt like a few swallows. The cup was hella small, so that part definitely hurt a little. Menu isn't substantial. Despite how packed it was, I was able to take a meeting without too much trouble--shoutout to my noise-canceling headphones, because they were doing the heavy lifting. The space itself is on the smaller side, so if you're planning to camp out for a while, just know it can feel tight. The bathroom could've used a little attention. Nothing major, and maybe expected with a lot of people. Overall, it's a decent stop if you need coffee and a place to sit for a bit, especially in a pinch. Just be prepared for crowds, limited space, and pricey drinks that disappear way too fast.

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    Caffe Umbria was exactly what I needed that morning. It was cold, wet and I wanted something hot,…read moresimple as that. Small and cozy spot. The kind of place where you slow down without trying. The staff was genuinely nice too. Asked how my day was and even recommended couple of pastries. I ordered a hot chocolate with an almond blueberry financier. The hot chocolate was honestly perfect. Rich but not heavy. You get that dark chocolate hit first, then it smooths out. Creamy. Warm in the right way. The financier was great. Nutty from the almonds, little bursts of blueberry, soft but not mushy. I dipped it into the hot chocolate (had to), and yeah... even better. No regrets there. It's a small place, but if you get there early, you might grab a seat with a really nice city view. Worth it. I'll definitely be back. Especially now that I know there's a solid hot chocolate spot right nearby.

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    I was in downtown Chicago and looking for a quick breakfast before taking off for the airport…read more This is an order at the kiosk and they bring your food out situation. They do have some seating but it look like most people were getting it to go and they have a very healthy DoorDash/GrubHub business. I think you can also order ahead online for pick up. The place appeared relatively clean. I ordered at the kiosk. The order took 15 minutes. I ordered a breakfast burrito with bacon and cheese, but no aïoli. It's diameter is about the thickness of a half liter bottle of water and it slightly shorter than a half liter bottle of water. I attached a couple of photos. The breakfast burrito tasted okay but lacked texture. It was mush on mush. The tater tots were soft, and the bacon was not crispy. I think the overall experience would be better IF the tater tots and bacon were crispy and offered a textural contrast. Overall, would I go back? I wouldn't go out of my way to grab a bite here but I wouldn't feel terribly upset if I ate here either (say, some friends or coworkers wanted to hit this place up, I wouldn't say no). To quote my teen, this experience was "mid."

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