The Knight and The Bible…read more On a drive up to Chicago to catch a vacation flight, we stopped at The Cup and The Scone to get us caffeinated for the rest of the drive. We got there about 30 minutes before close and the barista was super nice as we ordered our drinks. Emily got a caramel latte and I got the.. you guessed it... an iced americano. We also grabbed a blueberry-lemon, cranberry-orange, and birthday cake scone. While we stood there as the barista was making our drinks, we chatted her up a bit and we were able to get a few free stickers from her. She said they don't use them all too much and was happy to give us two each. Once we got our drinks, we took off to the upper part of the coffeehouse and promised we wouldn't be too long since they were closing soon. Before we headed upstairs, I took some photos with the suit of armor that is by the counter. When we got upstairs, I was surprised to see another suit of armor, so I took a photo with that one, too. The Cup and The Scone specializes in a lot of gluten-free products and a small bit of religion. I don't know if their entire menu is gluten-free but as someone who's mom is gluten sensitive (and I will probably be at some point), the care about GI issues is great. As for the religious stuff, if you don't see the occasion bible strewn about the place, you'd honestly never know. But, their website seems to support helping people and I think that also is super great as this world is getting rough and scary. Any who, Emily and I really enjoyed our drinks. The americano hit all the right notes and Emily was delighted with her latte. We were split on the scones. I really liked the birthday cake while she really liked the cranberry-orange while we both thought the blueberry-lemon was just alright. We held true to our promise and dipped out before 2pm and hit the road. If I find myself in Pontiac for some reason in the future, The Cup and The Scone will definitely be my spot to get some americanos.

I was initially drawn to this spot by the big knight in shining armor that I saw on Yelp (I'm a big…read morechess fan) and then pleasantly surprised at how cool this place is. The decor really makes this spot, with lots of fun themed signs throughout the restaurant. This definitely gives it a different and more fun vibe than the average coffee house and the upstairs loft is cozy to hangout in as well. The coffee flavors and preparation are quite good here -- flavorful, and made with high quality ingredients. I also enjoyed the mini scones, with a nice texture that was soft but a little more firm than a muffin. Overall, definitely worth a visit if you're in Pontiac. Great vibe and delicious food.

Friendly staff and absolutely delicious coffee. Several non-dairy options available and a couple…read more"gluten friendly" options including a muffin and cookie. Lots of space inside if you wanted to hang out for a while and all spaces are accessible if you're using mobility equipment.

I came here and tried their seasonal drink, vanilla and blueberry latte...it was delicious! The…read morepeople working were super friendly. The food looked delicious but I did not try it. There was plenty of places to sit and enjoy food, drinks and quality time. Highly recommend!

Cozy little town java juicer with a drive thru, I found a pleasantly decorated space and friendly…read morestaff serving the usual menu of caffeine, sugar, and tasty looking treats. My latte was very well balanced, bitter against the syrup, a smash hit ideal for the humidity and roadtrip. I was happy with the price too but hope these talented ladies start making some syrups in house soon to fit the classy desserts and foods.

Well, I found myself in good ol Fairbury, IL. A business I was at recommended this place. It's a…read moretiny little old school trailer looking thing. You just drive right up and order. I honestly think it's so cool. And the girl working was SO nice and friendly. I had never been here and she was super patient and helpful. The drink I ended up with was an iced toffee nut latte (never had this in my life). It was fiiiiire!! If you ever happen to be in the middle of Illinois - make a stop!

This is a great place to meet people and hang out. They have wine, beer and food in addition to…read morecoffee. They support local artist by hosting Gallery 105. Robyn and Randy, the friendly owner-operators, bring grace and a sophisticated hospitality to a rural Central Illinois town. Hummingbird Coffee House is among are the best of what Central Illinois has to offer. Best of all, they received an economic development grant from the State of Illinois in November 2025 and will be expanding their footprint soon, contributing even more great things to the area. Recommendations: Emancipation Brewing beer with their toasted turkey panini - yum!

Lovely house cafe with the bubbly staff, easy parking, random selection of syrups, sadly nothing…read moremade or offered to best balance espresso and sweet but tried a basic white mocha asking for slightly less syrup to hopefully bring out some java notes, it didn't work but can't fault coffee coming from an old house! Found fast wifi, an unusually drafty cold nook to plop down which seemed to attract the fresh vent cool air but didn't stay too long, I noticed others enjoying themselves and trying food. Bathroom was very clean! Hope they can figure out how to best balance the evil sucrose syrups or better yet make their own to enhance quality beans! Great to have a rare small town caffeine spot!

I ordered the chai, half expecting something thin and overly sweet. What arrived instead was a…read morewarm, fragrant testament to restraint--balanced spices, just enough milk, and a whisper of quiet joy. I sat back with K.W. in one of the window-side chairs, letting the mug steam gently into the late-morning light, and took in the interior. It's the kind of place that rewards attention: reclaimed wood, soft colors, seating that invites rather than insists. This was not an Instagram café--it was a Christian coffee shop. And I mean that as praise. I don't just mean it had a verse on the wall or worship music humming faintly behind the grinder. I mean the place carried a spirit of care. You could feel it in the details, the warmth of the baristas, and--most of all--in the baby shower happening quietly in the side room. From what I could tell, it was all women--close family friends of the expectant mother--gathered in soft tones, with gifts, cake, and affection flowing. There were balloons. Laughter. Maybe a tear or two, but the joyful kind. I thought about the holiness of childhood, the ridiculous courage of parenting, and the spiritual stubbornness it takes to keep loving in public. There are many ways to do Christianity poorly. But when it holds space for reflection, for the protection of the vulnerable--children, the poor, the disabled--it becomes something rare and tender. Guest House feels like one of those places where such values are quietly lived out, without announcement or ego. I'll be back. For the chai. For the ambience. But mostly to support a place that, in its own gentle way, remembers what a gift life is.

Be our guest and stay awhile…read more.. What once used to be By the Bean is now and has been for awhile Guest House Coffee and Pastries. This has been on my list for awhile now and with Emily and I heading to St. Louis to catch a flight to Colorado, it was the perfect time to get some caffeine before we embarked on a long day of traveling. We popped in a bit before lunch and were greeted by a friendly barista. He took our order fairly quickly and then we took a seat while we waited... and waited... and waited. There was 2 people ahead of us and it took about 10 minutes for our drinks to come out and a few minutes after that to get our baked goods. I got a peanut butter cookie and Emily got a lemon blueberry thingy. Sorry, I'm not great at knowing which is which when it comes to baked goodies. Once we got our goods, we made a beeline for the interstate. This is when I decided to try their cold brew and wow... it was the punch of bitterness that I love. Sometimes places pull back on the bitter but not at Guest House. After a few sips, I tried my peanut butter cookie and found it sorely lacking. I thought it was going to be soft but it was hard, crumbly and dry. I'm not sure if they can warm them up before serving them to you but if I could've had that, it may have helped a lot. I eventually ate most of it but really wish I had some milk to dip it in. I don't remember what Emily got but she seemed to really enjoy it. As for her lemon blueberry item, she said it was dry but that's normal for what it is. I tried a nibble and the flavor was definitely on point. It's not something I would've enjoyed but she seemed to really like it. As for the Guest House overall, I liked that they kept a lot of the decor from By the Bean. I was happy to see the doors that were previously there still there. If we weren't trying to get our stuff and get out ASAP, the wait time wouldn't have been a problem and with that in mind, I don't factor it into my score. We did leave wondering why there was one guy up front and what seemed like 2 employees in the back. But that's neither here nor there at this point. I would definitely come back to Guest House and maybe try to see if they would warm up their cookies before devouring them.

The new business was opened and a group of us tried it. We all had coffee or tea and some got…read morecookies. The iced mocha coffee was disappointing and cost more than other places. Would not buy the iced coffee again! It's a nice setting though and glad there is a business in there again. Hopefully they will get things ironed out and do well, I sure hope so.

It was closed (likely due to COVID). bummer, looked nice. Do I have to give rating to let people…read moreknow that? I gave it 5 stars for promise of the future.

Quaint cafe with lots of delicious goodies to choose from. The korean brisket bowl was phenomenal!…read moreLoved the sriracha mayo and other combo of flavors. My specialty almond croissant latte was a bit sweet for my taste but the powdered sugar rim on the for-here mug was super cute and the coffee was good. My sister really enjoyed her blt chicken salad croissant sandwich as well.

Used to Enjoy. This last trip the worse. Ordered lemonade. Could have purchased entire gallon for…read morewhat one 12oz glass cost. Quesadea cheese. ONLY THREE QUARTERS. THATS RIGHT THE FOURTH QUARTER MISSING. Hopefully the kitchen staff enjoyed. Dinning area finished cement floor metal tables chairs metal dish ware. The Noise level was a 20 out of 10. Then the large round table next to us had group of ladies. One lady drag every chair not glued to floor across the floor. Then ask us if we could trade chairs. She liked the ones we were seated. In short PRICES TO HIGH. FOOD JUST OK NOT GREAT NOT BAD. PORTIONS VERY POOR. NEVER HAD I BEEN SERVED A 3 PIECE QUESADEA

My husband and I love to explore little towns in Illinois. El Paso was adorable. This coffee shop…read moreoutshines any I have ever been to. The ambience was A+++, the avocado toast was so yummy and my vanilla ice coffee was perfection. The service is warm, friendly, and fast. I will come back.

Java Café is such a cozy little spot in a quaint town. I had the veggie avocado toast and it was…read morefresh and flavorful. The veggies are served raw per the kitchen and it worked well, though I do wish there had been a little more avocado. Still, it was delicious and satisfying. I paired it with the rooibos hibiscus tea which was light and refreshing. They also have self serve water and a clean up yourself setup which keeps the vibe laid back. Food is served during breakfast hours only, but they do keep a grab and go refrigerated case stocked with premade items if you stop by later. Staff were friendly and kind, and the atmosphere is extremely inviting with plenty of nooks to settle into. One of the highlights is a painted chess table that adds to the artsy charm and is perfect for a photo. They also have a shaded outdoor patio if you want to sit outside. Definitely worth stopping in if you are in the area and looking for good food, tea, and a comfortable place to relax.

After driving all night we ended up at the next town over. This came up as a great breakfast place…read morewith major home cooking. The reviews did it for me. We were the only ones there about 10 on a weekday. I got the standard breakfast eggs OE, bacon, hash browns. I had a taste of a most delicious meat omelet. I loved the salt and pepper stand and huge bottle of ketchup. On TV was a local morning show, kind of like TC Live. A sister combo running the place, one cooking and one waiting tables. They loved that we were from the Twin Cities driving to Nashville to a book event. If you are just passing through, do visit the cabin for an awesome home cooked meal. You really do feel like a guest.

Great breakfast, homemade food, generous portions and great ladies working…read more I had the breakfast burrito and WOW - full of great ham, bacon, sausage, peppers, onions, salsa and of course cheese & eggs. I didn't even bother to get a side with it and I am FULL!!! Add a Reese's flavored frappe to the meal and I couldn't be happier!