I was joking with my wife about all the reviews saying this would be the perfect place to get a…read moregift. I walked out of here thinking the same! Now that I got that out of the way, the owner is so so friendly. We had a Turkish coffee while deciding on which Turkish delights we would have. All of them were really good and I can't wait to go back for more. I thought the box would last us a week but it was barely half full by the time we made it home! It's such a pleasant experience and there is so much to learn if you haven't had any of these treats or the coffee (and how it's made) that it is worth the visit just for this, and the interaction with the owner, of course!

I love supporting local businesses, especially representation of different cuisines and cultures…read more.. Turkish delight?! Heck yeah! The owner of sweet and salty is friendly to me and my boyfriend... And for me? That's A+++ He gave us Turkish coffee while he gave us samples to try I love the quaint spot with Turkish teapots and a wide range of authentic Turkish plates he is selling. Next time I am trying the Turkish ice cream!

This was my first time trying Yemeni coffee, and the experience was truly unique!…read moreThe space is beautifully decorated with a great vibe, and the staff was super friendly and welcoming. Since it was my first visit, they kindly let me try a few samples before ordering. I tried the Jubani and the Mofawer. Both have very exotic, distinct flavors. They lean on the sweeter side, and because of the strong spice blend (lots of cinnamon and ginger), the aftertaste ended up feeling a bit like ginger/scallion aromatics to me. It's definitely an acquired taste if you're only used to standard coffee or espresso drinks, but it's very interesting to experience. Top-notch service and a lovely atmosphere overall. Even though the traditional spiced coffee flavor profile wasn't fully for me, it's a wonderful spot if you love spiced drinks or want to try something culturally authentic!

Terrible service terrible coffee…read more The decor is nice though We shall never return Yelp wants 85 characters

Well, they do open at 6 AM. The inside does not open until later so if you wanna place to sit, you…read morehave to come after 8:30. The cold brew was incredibly watered down and barely tasted like coffee. It feels like they have reused the grounds several times as the color and taste was very off.

Don't know what it is but I've been really into banana flavoring this year so it was fantastic news…read moreto find this locally owned coffee spot a short drive from an appointment in Bolingbrook this past weekend that has a banana bread latte on their seasonal menu. I ordered at the drive-thru window. Staff were friendly and service was quick. I agree with others that $9 is on the pricey side for a 16oz drink. The banana bread flavoring tasted good but it could have used more banana. Still, it was really creamy with a nice ratio of sweetness. I'd be interested to try other options the next time I'm around.

Ashbury Coffee is the kind of place that feels like it's been waiting just for you. This…read moreindependent, family-run spot is a hub for all kinds of people, ideas, and creative energy. I stumbled upon it while dodging traffic and instantly got hooked. The coffee? Some of the best I've ever had. The vibe? Eclectic, welcoming, and effortlessly cool--perfect for a solo morning, a deep conversation, or just soaking in good energy. I think they truly live up to their Facebook slogan--love happens here--because it was there that I fell in love with them. #HiddenGem #BestCoffeeEver

Played a show here tonight and everyone was so helpful and nice. Had a Rocky Road Mocha after the…read moregig and it was sweet relief. The stage itself had a great backdrop and the vibe was great.

Oh, yeh. This place knows what's up! Awesome vibe in the center of the store offering EXCELLENT…read morecoffee. I ordered a small latte and was VERY pleased at the size of the cup: petite as a small should be! Which means that the large is not unrealistically gigantic like most other coffee spots. People behind the counter were friendly and conversational, which is a plus in times like these where everyone is slow and stupid and mean. Got the chai cake because it is so similar to the autumn spice cakes I remember growing up with on the east coast. Which reminds, the Midwest SUCKS, so this whole little happy coffee experience was very pleasing to me. Ideal. All their homemade take-away items looked pretty incredible, too. No complaints!

Came to have some pastries and coffee and get some nice groceries for Christmas, ended up waiting…read more15 minutes for no service. We got to the coffee counter with no line and waited 10 minutes before finally catching an employee's attention. We were told he needed to grab a barista even though there were 5 people behind the counter taking people's pastry orders. The barista didn't come for another 5 minutes so we gave up and went elsewhere.

In the area so decided to scope out. They don't offer beer…read moreflights which was weird because what brewery doesn't and the website said they did. Bartender acted like she didn't want to be there at all. Beer was ok. Mango habanero was interesting. Didn't like the pale hefeweizen.

Checked out this hip Willowbrook brewery. It has been around for a while and has great stuff. Black…read moreHorizon may not have as much as others but there's quite a few styles to get. Kind of hard to find but that adds charm to it. They also have fun events and parties. Best things are the beers of course. It's for sure not the biggest but they still manage to produce a lot. There's quite a variety of styles. A lot of the classics as well as more exotic. It's about $8 a pint. Kind of a lot but again they make smaller batches of these. Best one we had of these was the Guapo Gaucho. This is a dark Mexican lager. Made with chili arbol and cinnamon. The food is pretty limited. Has breadsticks. These come pre bagged from a local company. Check the calendar. They have some food trucks come a few times a month. For sure it's worth looking for. It's actually open daily which is especially rare for a brewery to be honest. This is located by the Target on Quincy Street.

Ordered in-store in a personal cup. The baristas were busy making online drinks and still made…read moremine pretty quickly. Tasted great. I'll be coming back again.

I ordered three drinks today but only received two. We were waiting on the last one--my matcha. The…read morebarista started preparing it but then paused halfway through to work on the garbage area next to him. My drink was just sitting there, unfinished. Then, instead of finishing it, he took his time and went to take out the trash in the back. Eventually, I had to ask another barista on the other side about my drink. I found the whole situation quite strange and unprofessional.

GREAT burger.I had the double cheeseburger. Veggies were fresh and there were a lot of them. The…read moredrive thru takes a while because everything is cooked fresh, so if you are in a hurry perhaps choose another option. But if you have time it is well worth it.

Cool and Good food. They take the time and care to package it correctly…read more It's the kind of place that makes You proud of your neighborhood. It's a One of One. If they get the coffee dialed in, it will become my morning coffee stop. I may just cut out the middle man and move in. Thanks Chi Shack.

For the cost of the items, I was disappointed in nectar. We ordered 2 drinks and 2 food items and…read moreit was almost $50. The caprese panini was bland. It was not toasted and felt lukewarm. There was a lot of lettuce on the sandwhich. Cheese was ice cold. It was served with a side of stale tortilla chips. My cold brew was nothing special. This place seems OK for groups that want to have conversations as there were some loud ones on day of my visit. If you are trying to work or read, this place is too noisy for that. Parking is shared with other businesses in the strip mall.

very cute ambiance etc - it's a pretty little place…read moreconveniently located just ok coffee

How did I not know about this place? These folks have been here for twenty six years…read more Cool, comfortable, and lived in. The couple that run this place put their heart and soul in it. It's kind of my new iteration of Quinn's for those of You that remember.

Unfortunately, Brewed Awakening was not my favorite. The menu is a bit overwhelming with signage…read moreeverywhere in shop (and no menu online), so I wasn't aware when I was ordering a latte that adding a flavor would be a whole $1.25 more. They also put my iced latte in a hot latte cup because she said the espresso was hot... which is odd because yes, fresh espresso is always hot. And they didn't have skim milk or oat milk., which are my two go to's. My daughter wanted a scone though, which was the best part! Service seemed rushed (i.e. before I was even done putting my card back in my wallet, she was taking care of the next person by shouting over me), which made me feel frazzled. However, it is just a short walk to the park, which was perfect. Just not sure I would be rushing back anytime soon, which is sad because I love supporting local businesses when possible.