Mike L.

Great vibes at this local spot on Chicago Ave. retro interior with plenty of seating. Cortado on point along with friendly staff! Pro Tip: the have tvs set up with old school video games which is a bonus while enjoying your coffee :)

Michael B.

You gotta be a pretty dope spot to get a five star review. This is one of them. You can easily miss this place because there's not a big sign jetting out from the door frame or on the sidewalk. As soon as you reach you get pulled into a time warp and end up back in the late 80s-early 2000s. There are video games such as sega genesis, pac man, cassette tapes, vinyls, a DJ on select days and times, movies playing, posters and a contagious energy that will get you hyped ... and that's before you get the coffee! They partner with dark matter coffee, do-rite donuts, bennison's bakery & cafe tola and so you're getting good quality beans. With that they make your usual lattes and americanos but also speciality drinks such as the two we got: Vanilla peach latte - which is the first time I got those two mixed together and thought it was well balanced. Neither one overpowered each other. I was hesitant on the peach but gave it a unique twist. Creamsicle latte - which had orange and vanilla. This one we got cold and it was super refreshing. I'm not a creamsicle guy but I digged this one. It wasn't creamy and a little light on the strength of the orange which I think is what I liked most about it. Other flavors they had include: blueberry lavender latte blueberry pancakes latte which has maple syrup and blueberry banana pancakes latte which has maple syrup and banana almond joy which has almond coconut syrup with chocolate It's Black owned. Street parking is avail. Felt decently okay to walk by during the day. I came for a quick drink and spent a little over 75 minutes here before I dragged myself out.

Annette D.

Really good coffee in a spot with a cool, retro vibe. I just ordered a latte but the food looked really good too.

Blue A.

I am always on the hunt for new coffee shops. When I saw so many people talking about the banana pancake latte, I had to try it. Concerned it would be overhyped, I was pleasantly surprised when it exceeded my expectations. It's delicious. Imagine a coffee banana bread in liquid form. The staff was super nice and even with a decent line they crank out drinks fast. The space is cool, with different areas to play vintage video games. There's also an outdoor area in the back. This will be in the rotation now and I'll be craving the banana pancake latte, but also want to try one of their dozen other flavors (looking at you blueberry pancake latte).

Jessica D.

ASH & JESSE'S CHICAGO COFFEE CRAWL Ranked #11 out of 15 Firstly, I'd like to talk about the inside of this coffee shop. So much cool stuff to check out-- so please take your time doing so. Extremely cool third space. Baristas were also very friendly. My partner and I got their blueberry pancake latte and a mango mocha-- super unique drinks so I'll give them props there. Not my fav coffee ever but I did not hate it. We also got their Maple Bacon donut that was so freaking good. Overall, super cool concept and would visit again.

Julian Y.

This place is so cute! They had a dj when I came in on a Saturday morning. I got their iced banana pancake latte with oat milk, and it was delicious. It was the perfect amount of sweetness and the flavor was tasty. They also have old Nitendo games where you can play them on the couch which was nostalgic and pretty cool. If I'm ever back in Chicago, I'd definitely try more specialty coffees from their menu!

Suzanne F.

Great experience! I got there about 715am on a Wednesday and was greeted and served promptly. I sat at the front and had a perfect view for people watching. They have a big bin of dog treats out front and a place to tie your pup while you pop in for your drinks. I ordered a flat white with soy milk. It was perfectly balanced and a bold coffee flavor. The barista did well on the latte art! I will definitely be back!

Kenna G.

Awesome coffee shop!!! Such a cool, unique vibe. Staff was super friendly & kind. Iced vanilla latte was delicious!

Cuda M.

Flavorful, rich lattes - I ordered a toffee mocha, but the banana pancake latte seems to be a popular order! Standing Passengers has a unique interior with 3 tvs for watching movies or playing video games of your choosing, as well as, quiet corners to get work done. The staff is incredibly kind, very laid back and they work well under pressure. I came in at a slower time but then a line formed to the door and they handled it efficiently. They don't accept cash which is the only "problematic" issue.

Alexander Y.

Such a cool and unique coffee shop! The atmosphere is amazing -- super stylish interior with bold wall art, neon lighting, and fun, quirky decor like the skeleton clock figure that adds so much character. One of the highlights was definitely the retro gaming setup -- playing Yoshi's Island on an old-school TV was such a nostalgic and fun surprise! The coffee is excellent -- rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The staff are friendly and welcoming, and the overall vibe is laid-back and creative. Perfect spot to relax, hang out with friends, or get some inspiration. Highly recommend checking it out if you're in the area!

Erika N.

This place has such a cool vibe! Some friends and I stopped by for some morning coffee & tea during our girls trip. The eccentric decor is what really drew us in. Inside there's a few tables & couch area but it does tend to get crowded quickly. Their menu featured the usuals as well as some signature lattes and breakfast burritos. To drink I had an iced dirty matcha. I enjoyed it. A super solid start to the morning!

Shanel S.

Our newly discovered favorite Saturday treat! I've seen Standing Passengers many times driving or walking to Eckhart Park. We finally made a stop in and have been coming for the last few weekends since. We've tried a couple great ones like Caramel Toffee and a Lavender combo where the other flavor slips my mind, but do not think it still wasn't delicious. At first, we ordered a couple hot varieties, but with the weather warming up, a barista recommended an Iced Chocolate Banana Mocha and we haven't looked back since. Absolutely delicious and very nostalgic for me! They put care and craft into every drink and we love making this stop a part of our routine. They also offer lunch items they make in house with a great selection. We haven't tried them for lunch yet, but we'll sometimes grab a taco that they serve from Cafe Tola and they're always great. They are stacked for $6 each. We really like the Machacha (shredded beef), Chorizo, & Veggie. The hot sauce has quite the kick and we'll use a whole one for one taco. Flour Power also has a collab with them where they serve meatball sandwiches. I'm looking forward to giving one a try eventually. All in all, absolutely recommend. Great vibes, free wifi, and a beautifully spacious outdoor patio with wonderful people and service.

Kay P.

Standing Passengers is such a cute coffee shop with fun throwback video games & vibes. They have sooo many specialty coffee options - The iced banana pancake latte is delicious! They also had Cafe Tola breakfast tacos and donuts available which were so good. Definitely going back to try more iced latte flavors :)