Such a cool spot to visit while in Chicago! The aesthetic is beautiful, the vibe is great, and everyone was really friendly. I loved the variety of drinks and options they had. I tried the espresso martini, which was refreshing and had a really nice, quality espresso flavor. The donut was good too! Overall, a great experience and definitely worth checking out if you're in Chicago! read more

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From the moment I walked I was amazed by the size and design of this Starbucks. The atmosphere felt different than your typical Starbucks. It was crowded, long lines and did not see a lot of tables to sit at. Every floor had something unique to explore. One floor had a bar and you can order a coffee Martini flight. Every floor was just as busy. This Starbucks felt more like an attraction than just a coffee shop. Actually I was a little overwhelmed as it was so busy and just wasn't the relax vibe I usually go for when I stop at a coffee shop. This was mainly walk in, look around and take as many photos as possible and leave. Didn't get to try any of their pastries or coffee. Next I should armed myself with patience and mentally prepare to wait in line in a chaotic Starbucks. Otherwise this is an amazing attraction in Chicago! World's largest Starbucks. read more

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Multiple floors Each floor with a different menu Lots of room to sit with groups of ppl Must try their Seasonal drinks! read more

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Such a cool experience!! My best friend has been here before and highly recommended it. There was a line due to it being a weekend day but it went quickly, I honestly didn't feel I waited 2 minutes. I appreciate the crowd control. Once in, you get to experience each level at your own pace. It is so interesting to see how the food and drinks are made. All the different tools and equipment are out in the open so you really feel like you're a part of it all. The vibe was very chill, family, and friendly. read more

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It's Magnificent... Go big and it will be in Chicago...Starbucks Reserve Roastery Chicago boasts five levels of fabulousness and you know this is up there on my visit to Chicago right in the midst of Magnificent Mile the views here is inside as each level shows case the various Starbucks offerings. There will always be a line getting in especially on a weekend that's when we visited but with five levels you're sure to find a spot many did on the rooftop though we had a spot on the second floor which where we spent most of our visit. In the midst of it all love the bougie spiral escalator that takes you up as if you're entering some magical wonder while the enormous copper roasting tower is a feature that's grand it was a stunning structure to behold. Ordering is basically no different from your usual Starbucks as you wait in line and see the drink menu along with various of baked goods in the display case all naming the various items does make it easy to understand but as I wanted the Matcha flight was sad to find out they were out (sob!) went with the seasonal item of "Iced Black Sesame Matcha Latte" which was really good pairing it will Pumpkin Spice Creme Puff which was a tiny perfect bite. Love that you're able to use your stars here as well as I scanned the various merchandise they have here is quite incredible and opted for a key fob that has Chicago on it was the simple and perfect souvenir for me and got a bag of coffee beans as well. If you're not into the crowds this isn't the place for you as there are many great coffee spots here in Chicago but I enjoyed spending time here as a Reserve status myself was something that I was on my list and thanks to friends that made it happen I'm seeing stars ;) Thank you! read more

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Five levels! You heard that right! This Starbucks Reserve Roastery occupies more than 35,000 square feet, making it the largest Starbucks in the world. We stood in a fast moving line to enter this behemoth of a coffee shop, restaurant, bar and more. I was initially overwhelmed with the crowds of people and the options to eat and drink at this place. I was here with our group of 5 and we needed to maneuver between the multiple levels and lines of people here. It was an adventure and be ready to spend some time here to receive the full experience. We secured a table and stood in line to place our orders of coffee, matcha, savory and sweet delectables and more. Everything was delicious and service was fast and efficient here. Each level had its focus points. Too many to write about. I recommend checking out the website @www.starbucksreserve.com for details. Definitely a place to bookmark if you're visiting Chicago. read more

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The last time I visited a Roastery was in Seattle many moons ago and the location was showing as closed. This Starbucks Roastery is the largest in the world and there are only 2 of those in the US, one in NYC and one in Chicago. Upon walking in you'd see a big display board with a daily trivia question... the only thing was I was here 3 days in a row and the question was the same all 3 days. There are 4 floors of amazingness. First to second floor there is a curved escalator... if you want to go back down you'd have to take the elevator or the stairs in the back of the store as you can only go up from first to second on the rotunda area of the store. First is the merch area and to go orders, 2nd is the cafe and bakery, 3rd is the experience floor w limited dessert and drinks, and 4th is the cocktail area. First time trying a Starbucks cocktail. The bakery and all the merch were so good. I love the crew neck sweaters but they were pretty costly. I'm also not one to wear a big logo or city name on my chest so I passed on those. I did get a bag of whiskey barrel aged beans aged with knob creek bourbon barrels and a bag of Chicago beans. Quick shout out to Tracy, she was super friendly and made amazing recommendations on the beans... I ended up seeing her 3 days in a row and said hi, she found out I was heading home today and gifted me a small sample of El Salvadorian beans to try at home. They even asked if we need them ground or if whole beans were ok... I just loved everything at this store. Thanks Tracy for the amazing service!! Definitely worth the visit if you are in the area! read more

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Largest starbucks ive ever been in. Lots of options, service was good plenty of seating. Outdoor area was closed when i went. Got to try items not in normal starbucks. read more

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Starbucks Reserve was high on my must-visit list for my Chicago trip! I've been to their Seattle location, so I was looking forward to coming here with friends. It didn't disappoint! We arrived on a weekend afternoon. It was super busy, but they usually are. The restaurant has four floors, each offering something different. The first floor is all take-out. Our group ended up on the second floor. There's a full bar, caffeinated drinks, pastries, savory items, and so much more. You need to experience it yourself! Service was fine. It's a bustling spot, so you don't get much interaction with staff, and you receive a buzzer for your items. I got their seasonal drink, the Iced Brown Sugar Hojicha Tea Latte with Oat Milk. This drink was really good! It was sweet, slightly roasty, and creamy. It was the perfect afternoon pick-me-up. My friends also got their seasonal drinks and enjoyed them. They also got some merchandise too. If I were hungrier, I would've tried their food. If you're a Starbucks drinker, visiting the Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Chicago is worth a visit! There are only a few in the country. Find it off Michigan Ave. in the Magnificent Mile. read more

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Ive visited Chicago multiple times this year and i always make it a point to visit this place. People might say its overhyped, but i genuinely think they make some of the best cocktails! The service upstairs in the bar has always been amazing. And the vibes of the place are top tier! Their pumpkin spice espresso martini and matcha margarita are some of the best things ive ever tasted! Plus their pastries and martini flights are also great! Shoutout to all the bartenders and baristas! read more

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Came in at around 12-1pm on a Tuesday and it was pretty busy, especially on the 2nd floor cafe. Lots of people were trying to get lunch and the 2nd floor had the largest selection of food. The line looked long and took about 15 mins to get to the front. It helps if everyone knows what they want, but a lot of people didn't and took their time at the register. It would've been great if they had 2 registers to take orders. Idk why they don't do that. It'd be much more efficient. Some people have a million questions and take forever at the register, as if there's nobody waiting in line behind them, and some people take less than a minute to order. It's really infuriating to watch when you've been standing in line for what feels like forever. A second register seems like an easy solution to cut wait times. If you know what you want and it's available on a different floor, I recommend getting your food and drinks on a different floor. The 2nd floor was, by far, the most packed and longest wait. You can look on their website to see what's available on each floor. It could save you a lot of time if you plan ahead a little. It took about 15-20 minutes for our food and drinks to be ready and finding seating wasn't exactly easy. People pounced on open seats. If you're in a time crunch, I wouldn't recommend this as a place to get a quick bite. At least not on the 2nd floor. There are food options on other floors that would probably be quicker, just not as many options. Overall, it was a fun place to check out. Decent food and drinks, depending on what you get. MARGHERITA FOCACCIA: Soft, fluffy, and delicious! PROSCIUTTO & FONTINA CROISSANT: Delicious! Good balance of flavors. I felt like I could taste everything. Good ratio of ingredients. WARNING: This croissant uses "prosciutto cotto", which is just cooked ham, not the typical cured, raw-like "prosciutto crudo" that comes on charcuterie boards. It mentions the specific prosciutto on the website menu, but not on the plaques in person. Feels a little deceptive, honestly. Everyone thinks of prosciutto crudo when you hear prosciutto. This should've just been labeled as ham. I wasn't aware of this and was very confused when I got what looked like regular cooked ham slices in my croissant. It was still delicious, but if you want the raw-like prosciutto crudo, they use that in the herb croissant. I would've tried to ask for a substitution if I had known, but I'm not sure if they would even do it. Worth a try to ask if you care like I do though. SALMON & CREAM CHEESE TOAST: The bread is a seeded sourdough. Idk if I would've gotten it if I had known that, so fair warning to seed haters like me. The toast crust was also HARD. Like hard to eat. My jaw hurt from chewing it. The center bread was fine though. The amount of salmon and the bites aside from the crust were good, but it didn't make up for the unpleasant crust. I regretted getting this. And I usually love smoked salmon and cream cheese dishes. TIRAMISU LATTE (hot): Almost dessert-like, but we also asked for it to be extra sweet. You could taste a lot of bitterness, but it was still delicious and sweet. BROWN SUGAR HOJICHA TEA LATTE (iced): It reminded me of boba milk tea without the boba! I asked for it to be extra sweet though, so idk how it tastes normally. I liked it! PUMPKIN SPICE ESPRESSO MARTINI: Good for pumpkin spice lovers! You could clearly taste the pumpkin spice and espresso martini equally. It was well-balanced, but pricey. read more

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Coffee madhouse! As if caffeine is not enough, once you step into this 4 story massive Starbucks, you'll be amazed, excited, confused, overwhelmed, impressed and filled with many emotions. Great attraction that's a must visit for all coffee lovers if you're visiting or in Chicago. Each floor is amazing in its own its own way allowing you to explore everything Starbucks has to offer and more. As a Starbucks on steroids, be prepared for long lines and wait times to get in and to purchase items. They offer an expanded menu with great food items. Coffee from around the world. Coffee with a liquor twist. Huge roasting machines. Only wished there were more seating options around as the store is nicely decorated and organized, but limited seating compared to the massive crowd you'll likely face! Foot traffic can be better organized as it can be hectic inside with large crowds. A must visit as it's not your typical Starbucks and it'll be an amazing to experience. read more

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To start, we aren't the biggest Starbucks fans and prefer to get coffee from small local coffee shops. But a 4 story reserve roastery got our attention. This place was BUSY!! We headed to the third floor for a pour over and while the roast was a bit darker than we typically go for, it was very fresh and had a great flavor profile. The 4th floor has some adult drinks and definitely think we may head back to try one :) read more

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9.7.2025 1 French 75 and (2) Starbucks Souvenir Cups later, this place was absolutely amazing !! It's nestled along the magnificent mile and super busy! Great food and beverage options, classes to make cocktails and more offered! The decor is Starbucks Reserve trendy. Certainly picture worthy. Each floor serves a purpose. I enjoyed the oooo's and ahhh's of everything this place had to offer. My French 75 was pretty great !! Slow sip worthy. The atmosphere was a vibe. The novelty store section was great! A lot of everything associated w Starbucks Reserve for purchase, often in different styles. I look forward to returning back very soon !! read more

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People outside were wondering what was so special about the Reserve and they wouldn't wait. The line was out the door, but it goes by fast. Definitely faster than me waiting at the OG store at Pike's Place. Three levels to explore here. 1st floor mostly merch. You could chill and order on the 2nd and 3rd floor. It's an experience and you never know if they will close a Reserve. read more

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I LOVED my pistachio croissant. So many specialty coffees to choose from, but perhaps my palette is not experienced enough to taste the difference between the coffee here vs the regular Starbucks locations. Service was great. Ambiance was impressive, especially the grand spiral staircase at the center. This happened to be the closest Starbucks to my hotel so I was happy to check it out. But, I would not go out of my way to make it here. read more

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I must have gone at a random time because that awful around the block line was gone. I waited outside for less than 5 mins and then I was in! I told myself if the line was long I wouldn't go. I got in line for the first floor to go area. You scan the QR code to check out the menu. People are busy walking around trying to buy merch to take home. The upper floors are for sit down service. The drink I ordered was so good. It was a matcha latte with black sesame cold foam. I think it's only served there because I have looked at the menu here at home and it's not there. I'm still thinking about this drink and going to look for it at a local coffee shop to see if it has something close to it. read more

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I was very much looking forward to this visit and trying a new drink. We bought two types of chai and a croissant sandwich. The chai were both 8 ounces. $25+ later. The drinks weren't as good as a dirty chai I normally love, so that was disappointing and it's not their fault, but I didn't sub for oat milk so was given cow's milk of which I don't drink. The croissant sandwich was good but waiting 20+ minutes in line and another 15 for drinks was definitely not worth it imo and made me all jittery around so many humans. The place had so much going on it was almost too hard to enjoy it. read more

The Starbucks Reserve Roastery is worth visiting for the building and overall experience, but timing makes a huge difference. I think if you are a huge Starbucks fan even if it is busy it is for you. I first explored it on my own around 9:00 a.m. I did not order anything, but I had enough space to walk around, see the different areas, and take photos. The building itself is very cool and much more of an experience than a standard Starbucks. My partner and I tried to return on Saturday afternoon for the espresso martini flight, but the entire place was far too crowded to enjoy. The lines were long, there were people everywhere, and we ultimately left without ordering. The specialty bar drinks looked like they could be fun, but corporate coffee is not worth fighting that kind of crowd. I would recommend visiting early for the architecture, displays, and experience. I would avoid the afternoon unless you are prepared to wait and deal with a packed building. read more

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I recommend arriving early -- or in the early afternoon to avoid the crowds. As the largest Starbucks in the world, there's plenty of foot traffic coming through. There's 3 floors -- each dedicated to a different experience. I wouldn't wait more than 10-15 minutes if I were to come back again; and I definitely wouldn't wait outside. I had the hojicha latte and I was a bit disappointed with both the color and the taste. I wish the tea flavor was much stronger. I didn't get any food (not because it didn't look good but because I saw a few flies in the cases, and that put me off completely). Seating is first come first serve so if you're with another person, it'd probably be wise to scope out the seating after placing your order. read more

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Very cool place. Apparently, it's the largest Starbucks in the world at 35,000 square feet. Five stories but the fifth floor terrace was closed for renovation when we went. Go before 10 AM; otherwise, you'll be lining up for stuff. The first floor is merch, second floor food and coffee, third floor coffee experiences, and fourth floor the bar. I made a beeline to the second floor for some unique baked goodies such as the strawberry matcha financier and the hashbrown egg cup. So good! Love what they've done with the space. It just screams treehouse vibes and you can feel free to move around to different floors to look for seating. We ended up on fourth floor and tried out their cocktail flight (ube martini, matcha margarita, espresso martini,). Definitely something you can't get at a regular Starbucks. Definitely happy we started our day here! read more

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We've been to the Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Tokyo, so admittedly the bar was set pretty high for us! While the Chicago location is massive and impressive, it just didn't quite measure up to our experience in Tokyo. The service wasn't as fast, the food wasn't quite as good, and the overall look and atmosphere didn't have that same wow factor. That being said, we were definitely glad we experienced it. Our travel buddies who went to Tokyo with us joined us here as well, which made it fun to compare the two locations. There are some unique coffee creations and food items specific to the Chicago Roastery, and the exclusive merchandise is really cool and gives you something you won't find at a typical Starbucks. For us, it was probably a one-time experience, but I would absolutely recommend it to any Starbucks fan. It's worth seeing just for the size, concept, unique menu and merchandise. One big tip: get there early! The lines can get long, and arriving early makes the experience much more enjoyable. Tokyo still wins for us, but Chicago is definitely worth checking out at least once! read more

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5 floors. 5th floor is terrace which is closed for renovations. 4th floor is cocktail bar. Pretty chaotic feeling in there but cool to walk around and see 1x only. The walls have history on them. read more

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I wasn't sure what to expect at the World's Largest Starbuck's but when I went there, I was amazed and impressed. Very interesting with the very futuristic decor, the 4 very different levels and the spaciousness. We spent an hour there because after looking at everything, we had to have a Starbucks coffee and a small dessert and relax. The wonderful smells get to you and you can't leave. The 1st floor offers a quick coffee and bite to go plus merchandise. The 2nd foor offers a cafe & bakery with goodies freshly made in their open kitchen. You can get sandwiches, pastries, breakfast, snaks, coffee , tea. That's were we stopped to eat. The 3rd floor offers different coffee creation to deepen your knowledge about coffee. The 4th floor offers coffee-inspired cocktails, beer, wine and sweet bites. We were there in June on a weekday and there was a long line out the door and a half a block back but it does move quickly. Inside it is packed with people but it was pretty orderly. We went to all 4 floors by escalator. There are lines for the restrooms also, as you can imagine. Some people were impatient and it was awkward being around them. I don't care much for huge crowds but sometimes there is nothing you can do about it. The Reserve is an experience that you want to have. We enjoyed it. You can buy delicious pastries and great souvenirs there. Their decor was unlike any of their regular stores. A must see. Bring money, lol. read more

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Im on a mission to visit all these around the world This one is huge huge Many floors and each on specializing in just alcoholic drinks yes you read that right at Starbucks Another floor for experimental scientific looking flavors and drinks And of course your standard fare Didn't wait long thankfully and had a great time Staff very knowledgeable and great read more

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Being from Seattle, we know coffee, and this experience just wasn't it. We stopped by because we were passing through, but the coffee at this location was underwhelming, and the line was incredibly long and overall, very overcrowded. read more

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Because this is such a tourist destination it can be quite chaotic inside so depending on what time of the day you arrive be prepared for a crowd. There's a ton of food available: sandwiches, pastries, and even alcoholic beverages on the top floor! There's barrel aged whiskey was delicious and my favorite was the espresso martini flight. It's also a little hard to snag a table so if you come in a larger group good luck. read more

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#CoffeeShopTour. Follow me #OneSipAtATime The Vibe: The lines here are legendary, but don't let a crowd discourage you--they move incredibly fast! The space is massive, with each floor functioning almost like its own unique shop serving different menu items and experiences. The Experience & Service: Mark greeted us right at the entrance and was an absolute sweetheart. He gave us the scoop on the 50% off tumbler and bottle stands (and of course, I had to buy another cup to add to my overflowing cabinet at home!). We did learn the hard way that the popular blue unicorn drink wasn't available at this location, but my cappuccino was fantastic. I was on a bit of a time crunch to meet up with someone arriving at Nordstrom's, so I couldn't linger as long as I would have liked, but it was still a great stop. Pro Tip: If you're short on time but want the full experience, do a quick scan of what each level offers before you step inside. Head straight up to the fourth floor first, savor the views and sights as you wander back down, then hop in line on your chosen floor to grab your drink and enjoy! read more

While I was riding in an Uber in Chicago, I don't even remember how the conversation came up, but my driver mentioned the Starbucks Reserve Roastery on Michigan Avenue and told me it was the biggest Starbucks in the world. Well, of course I had to go see it! Especially because my sister LOVES Starbucks. This is definitely **not your regular neighborhood Starbucks The place is HUGE five levels! The top level is a rooftop area, but unfortunately it was closed when I visited. It's right on Michigan Avenue in the middle of all the hustle and bustle, so don't expect easy parking right out front. I was taking Uber, and my driver dropped me off on a side street, which made things much easier. As soon as I walked in, I was greeted at the door, and everyone I encountered was really nice. There was merchandise available mugs, cups, T-shirts, bags, umbrellas, little espresso cups, etc.--although I expected them to have a little more. And some of those prices definitely reminded me that I was at the Starbucks Reserve! What makes this place interesting is that every level offers something different. There's an area where you can explore different coffees and flavors, another with beautiful pastries, and you can actually see some of the process happening. They had this really cool setup with the pastries moving around that immediately caught my attention. There's even a bar inside Starbucks!** The building also has some really interesting artwork and this HUGE centerpiece running through it. You can also see parts of the coffee-roasting operation, which was really cool. I didn't stand in the lines for the bar or do any of the full coffee experiences this time because it was pretty busy. They were even giving out little coffee samples, though! I definitely want to go back. Next time, I'm going to give myself more time so I can actually sit down, explore the different floors, try some of the coffees and pastries, and experience more of what the Roastery has to offer. Even if you're not a huge coffee drinker, it's worth stopping in just to see the place. It's an experience all by itself! read more

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Had a very fun experience trying alcoholic Starbucks drinks. This was so worth it and we didn't end up disappointed that we came. Super cool location with many floors and exclusive merch. read more

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I was in the area this week for work so I had to check it out! The service was prompt. Their web menu said avo toast was available all day, but that wasn't accurate. Due to this I settled for the squash focaccia and it was tasty(although lukewarm). Seating is tight here, it was super busy even at like 5pm. I tried the black sesame matcha also. I did wander to each floor just to explore. Unfortunately their rooftop terrace was closed for renovation! read more

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This is a beautiful large 4 stories Starbucks cafe that is always crowded even late at night. Our first attempt was around 8pm on weekday but the line was out of the door. So, we ended up visiting it again the next day close to 9pm. This time, there was no line to enter but the line to buy some drinks inside was pretty long. There were also limited seats inside and there were just too many people inside so I didn't feel comfortable. We ended up just exploring the stores and looked around for the service that they provided. They also have some classes and tour that you can book ahead of time. There was a merchandise store at the first floor as well as regular coffee bar. The second floor was more like a bakery with selections of pastry and baked goods. The third floor was a more fancy coffee experience and there is a coffee tasting available. The fourth floor was the cocktail bar for alcoholic beverages. The cafe is beautifully designed and decorated. I wish that we could enjoy a cup of coffee there. read more

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Had to come here when I traveled to Chicago and what a site. How often do you see a Starbucks that is multiple floors? Wife and I went in and did some walking around and ultimately took the time to also eat some food as they have not just drinks but also a cafe that serves plenty of food options. Place was very busy as it's a famous landmark so expect a wait and a struggle to find a seat. Come early! read more

The Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Chicago is five-floors, with each level offering something differen. I found that it was worth exploring the whole building rather than just grabbing a drink and leaving. One of the coolest details is the curved elevator. There's also a rooftop deck, though it was closed for renovations during our visit. We tried the espresso martini flight, and all the flavors were tasty. Just a heads up that the drinks themselves are not very large, so go in expecting more of a tasting experience than a full-sized cocktail. This is a major tourist destination, so lines can be long and seats can be hard to come by, especially on weekends. Worth the visit, but plan accordingly if you want to avoid the biggest crowds. read more

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One of my coworkers mentioned visiting the roastery while we were town so I decided to go check it out. We came in before 11AM and it was fairly crowded but not enough to deter us from ordering on the 2nd floor where you can get breakfast entrees and drinks. The service was quick and the coffee, pastries and breakfast sandwiches were all delicious! It was fun to explore and it's a much different experience from the typical Starbucks with more food and drink choices. It was fun to see the coffee bean roaster and the tubes that pass beans across the location. Worth a trip if you like Starbucks, you can get some fun items not available anywhere else and see how the beans are made. read more

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I think my expectations were high. It's cute. It's huge. They have tons of various menu items that you wouldn't find at a typical Starbucks. They also have a bar. I didn't have a cocktail. They have seating but not nearly enough. After standing in line about 30 minutes, I decided to go secure a seat as my friend waited for the food. I went to each level twice before I found a group that was leaving. It wasn't in the most ideal spot as it was close to the line and everyone was just there and watching. Lol. A few people asked how it was!! To drink: I had the Coconut Ube Latte.. I took a few sips and couldn't drink anymore. It didn't really taste like anything. I expected a little more coconut and a hint of ube. But all I got a coffee. Mid. My foodie Buddy had: Tiramisu Latte and it was good. I wished I had ordered that. She also had a fruit bowl. Didn't get the yogurt. Fruit seemed to be fresh. Me: To eat: I had the "Eggs in Purgatory" and it was ok. Needed a little seasoning. If you're a Starbucks fan, this is perfect for you. If you tend to get overstimulated, you may want to see if you can go as soon as the doors open. It's big and they try to limit the amount of people in at once. Very, very, very peoplely!!!! read more

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5 floors with 4 open at the time of visit. The fifth floor was closed for renovations. Get there early to avoid the line! I got in around 9am and when I left, a line started forming outside. I've been to the Seattle and New York Reserve and this one was just about the same but more crowded. I ended up purchasing a mug and two drinks. The line for drinks and food took at least 45 minutes. Drinks were expensive but you're really there for the ambiance and experience. read more

What a nice experience!!! Visiting from Miami and decided to make this my first stop in Chicago!! This place is BUSY BUSY so buckle up and be prepared to wait! There's a huge crowd of people on every floor so pack your patience and enjoy. The place is huge! 5 floors of excitement and an abundance of food and drinks to choose from. I would definitely revisit in the near future. *** SEE PICTURES*** read more

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Having been to the Seattle location before it closed, I was so excited to check out this massive 4 story Chicago Roastery! Each floor offers a uniquely curated experience. We went during Lollapalooza weekend, and the 4th-floor cocktail bar had an awesome DJ and a great vibe. My wife ordered the Roastery-exclusive Malt Shake (a must try!), and I got the new Paradise Duo flight. The flight is a two-part tasting that comes deconstructed with little cups of ingredients you get to pour into the drinks yourself, which made for a really cool, hands-on experience. Everything was delicious, the service was excellent, and the bathrooms were spotless despite the heavy festival crowds. read more

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Service and planning has declined significantly. We came right at 11am for lunch and they were out of nearly half the menu during a busy Saturday rush. Tables weren't cleared efficiently and I think most of the reason the line is so long is because at the counter everyone is trying to figure out what they want to eat when their top choice is not available. In today's age, can you afford to have an out of town visitor coming to your establishment set on a special menu item, wait 45min and then be left unsatisfied? It seems to me that in the current digital age, there might be a better way. Use yesterday's sales to drive what to make more of. Update the online menu to only show the items you currently have, use self service kiosks, or take orders cafeteria style so the customer can make that decision while they still see the food available. read more

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