Absolutely love this place!! It's so tricky to find good, craft coffee and this is the place!! They have a really cozy inside with tables and chairs set up with the wonderful sounds of coffee grinding in the background. The servers are also quite friendly and always up for a good recommendation. They also seem to know lots of people who come in which makes for a community feel. I absolutely love this place and recommend it if you need some good coffee!! read more

One of my new favorite coffee shops. I came across it while heading back home through Plainfield earlier this month. It's located inside of a warehouse space that houses a couple of different businesses including the Ten Drops roastery but the shop itself is a big space all its own and they have done a nice job giving it a good vibe. I ordered an iced version of one of their signature drinks, the Spice latte and it was one of the best tasting coffee drinks I've had in the area. It had great tasting espresso with a perfect balance of milk and flavoring. The barista was very friendly and the fact that she had the place quietly jamming to Aerodynamic when I walked in was a big plus. I took a seat while waiting for my drink and was kind of bummed I couldn't stick around to take a load off and enjoy it while the sun poured in from all of the big windows but it was okay because I just looked more forward to coming back soon. read more

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So much better than any chain coffee shop at a much better price too. My fav by far the Conquistador! So badly wished I lived closer to this place to have it be part of my "routine". You can also buy coffee to brew at home and it is ethically sourced. The vibe is very chill. Always great service too. read more

Fantastic coffee, roasted in their own coffee lab. Friendly, skilled staff. Great selection of unique lattes and other coffee drinks, as well as teas and hot chocolate. Fun, eclectic atmosphere. Delicious pastries from Atrevete available Wednesday - Sunday mornings. read more

Ten Drops Coffee - The barista team - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois

Review Visit: November 26th, 2018 Full disclaimer: This place does not have alcohol and you get more than 10 drops in your caffeinated beverage. My sister and I set out on a treacherous journey to Chicago for a family event after an overnight storm dropped some ice and snow. Along the way, we stopped to get some coffee and to also spend a few minutes out of the car. We picked Ten Drops as it was close to Chicago and just far enough away to avoid the god awful traffic that comes with it. Ten Drops is located in a building that shares space with other businesses. You walk through the front door, walk down a hallway and take a right and then go through the doors at the end. Easy enough to navigate. Parking was ample on the cold and snowy day that we went and should still allow for easy visiting even if they are a bit busy. Once inside, we straight to the menu and spent a few minutes pouring over what to get. My sister ended up getting a hot chocolate and I grabbed a drink called 'Outsiders'. According to the menu, it is a rotating dark blend. To me, that sounds like a normal black coffee that changes once in a blue moon. What I ordered was just that, but watching the barista make my drink, it was not that simple. He took about 5 minutes to prepare it, going through about 8 steps to make it. It seemed like a pour over black coffee with some added goods? For all the coffee that I drink and all the places that I have visited, the process to make all the varieties of coffee styles still alludes me. While we were waiting, my sister and I split the cookie that we ordered. It was a chocolate chocolate chip cookie that was a bit smaller than the palm of your hand. We both agreed that it was delicious and we wanted another! The inside of Ten Drops is cozy and open. There was plenty of seating for 12-16 people before it would reach capacity. There were a few people that braved the cold to grab something warm. The counter that you order from is also a bar that you can sit at. The sitting area (overall) is a bit bigger than what you can see in my photos. Once my drink was ready for consumption, we hit the road. It was once we were back on the interstate that we tried out our drinks. My sister said her hot chocolate was good, but it had more of a cinnamon flavor to it than anything else. I took a sip and I agreed. My coffee, despite all the work that went into it, tasted like a normal black roast... if not a bit fancier. It reminded me a lot of the coffee I got from Blueprint Coffee in St. Louis. I liked it quite a bit once I got halfway through it. My sister thought it tasted decent but was nothing to write home about. All in all, it was a great place to stop, stretch our legs and get some drinks for the road. read more

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What a cute place!! A hidden gem for sure. The interior is still in the works, but wow. It's so cute, perfect for doing work, or school work. The iced latte I got was their "what's good here" drink. It has vanilla and honey in it and it's amazing. Best latte I've had in a while. Creamy, and delicious. I'll definitely be back here. I wish I could be a regular, however I live nowhere near this location. read more

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Such a hidden gem! The island mocha and French toast lattes were both delicious. There is plenty of seating and the space was very well decorated. It felt comfortable like you could stay and spend time there for hours. The staff was also very helpful. Bonus is that they don't charge extra for alternative milks! Highly recommend and look forward to returning. read more

Friendly and knowledgeable employee. Coffee is delicious. Will sooooo be back. Wish we found out about this place sooner. The 'What's Good Here' is exactly that...and more. Best coffee I have had in a long time. We loved the decor. Spacious environment with plenty of room to sit and work. read more

Ten Drops Coffee - Outside signage and seating. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois

Great coffee beans, friendly, and knowledgeable. Our first time going here and we will definitely be going back. read more

Excellent coffee shop with really great coffee. You can tell they take coffee seriously. Chairs and tables available if you want to hang out. read more

Bare bones coffee. It looks pretty boring inside but don't let that keep you from coming in a few minutes. Ten Drops Coffee is run by people who live for coffee, making the best possible stuff after putting in hours of perfection. Has a few African and European kinds. With some more options and some pastries they'll be even better after those. I came in to check it out a bit. Kind of quiet even for a coffee shop. There was music but that was it though. It didn't have much of an atmosphere. There was only one barista working. As you can expect, it took a long time just to get one cup of coffee. The coffee thankfully isn't too expensive even for this. I had an Ethiopian Pour Over. It's $3.80 for a regular. That's not bad for all that. Of course this coffee is labor intensive so costs are kind of higher. The lattes are good and you can get some of the less common nut milks like macadamia. For the most part it pretty much has nothing but coffee. If you're lucky there might be art for sale. There's nothing of any kind of food but it would be nice if they had some muffins and pastries. read more

Ten Drops Coffee - Ethiopian Pour Over - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois

I love their coffee! I'm always sure to stock up on bags. My favorite is The Outsider (good for drip and espresso). Each bad purchased comes with a free drink. Don't come out to Plainfield often, but when I do, it's one of my pit stops. I wish they still carried cool mugs. I have a couple of their old ones and people are always complimenting them. read more

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Best coffee in suburban Chicago. It's a small cozy place, nothing fancy! But the quality is top notch. Love all the drinks that they offer. My favorite is French toast and conquistador It's unique flavor. I would highly recommend people to come here and try this place! Worth to drive for sure :) read more

Ten Drops Coffee - a menu on a blackboard - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois

Cozy coffee shop with fresh roasted and expertly crafted drinks. No matter your mood you'll find a comfortable place to relax with your coffee. They offer really good breakfast sandwiches too. The service is excellent. The barista explained the different drinks available. This coffee shop is nestled in a residential area along the tracks with plenty of parking. read more

If you like great coffee and excellent service, visit 10 Drops. While you may fallback on your corporate coffee shop, 10 Drops elevates the coffee game. The ambiance the space is hipster eclectic, with a twist of fun. read more

Ten Drops Coffee - My Island Mocha on a cool, Fall day. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois

We had a pleasant experience. The service was good and I thought helpful, we both had never been here, the coffee was good and we thought the ambiance was very cool and eclectic. All of the art was available for sale we were told and it was awesome! We went on a Sunday morning after breakfast because the weather was beautiful so if I had to put them to task, I would say, more tables and chairs outside would have been nice for all of the customers to sit and enjoy the outside:)! read more

Ten Drops Coffee - Beautiful and delicious way to start the day!!!!! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois

I love this place..I don't drink coffee everyday but when I'm craving some good tasting coffee or cappuccino this is my go to place. I love the vibes here it's super chill and I would recommend bringing a friend or family member (cool meetup spot) to share a cup of joe with. The service is always on point and I've never really had to deal with any long lines. Everything here is crafted to perfection. read more

Friendly service, atmospheric space, and carefully crafted coffee--what more could you ask for? read more

Ten Drops Coffee - Oat milk cortado with cinnamon powder - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois

Really good Flat White, with an attractive trendy café. Aaron is a knowledgeable barista with an intense passion for coffee culture. Located behind the brewery. Highly recommended. read more

Ten Drops Coffee - Delicious flat white $3.80 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois

Such a hidden gem! The coffee is amazing and the atmosphere is so chic and chill. This is my place to go when I need to get work done. Love this mixed demographics that comes in as well read more

Super friendly staff for the first time I stopped in on the Fourth of July. I was surprised to find that they pretty much had regular hours as well. The atmosphere was AWESOME and fits my aesthetic perfectly and the coffee was delicious! Cannot wait to come back!! read more

We just got back from Italy and their coffee is just like what I had in Italy. It was so good. I'm glad I found them so I can keep having outstanding coffee. Excellent place!!! read more

If you're looking for a very basic but good/strong coffee ten drops is the place to go! They don't have a lot of speciality flavors or lattes nor do they have food options - but the coffee itself is good quality and it's an enjoyable vibe. Very laid back and bare bones - but relaxing in its own way and a nice place for conversation. read more

Great coffee and atmosphere! The smell when you walk in is incredible. The staff was really friendly and they had plenty of room to sit and do work. I got the island mocha, which had a great unique taste and also looked super cute! You can tell that they care a lot about their roasts. read more

Ten Drops Coffee - Island Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois

Love this coffee spot in Plainfield. It's the only specialty place in the area to my knowledge. Ryan is an expert roaster and barista, so anything on the menu is great, but especially the "what's good here" and the pour overs (brewed with a kalita wave). When we're in the area, it's my spot, greatly appreciate that Ten Drops is there. read more

Coffee was good, but overpriced. Service wasn't the best, tried asking the cashier a question about the coffee and got ignored and had to ask a second time. Seems like they were a bit short-staffed that day but it was just alright overall. Probably will go elsewhere next time. read more

Ten Drops Just ... Yes, please The conquistador is my absolute favorite. And the architecture and, but of course, mostly the people. Thank you!! read more

The place was really cute and the coffee was pretty good. Barista accidentally used the wrong milk and then blamed me for it. I've been dairy free for 10 years and wouldn't make that mistake. The whole interaction made me pretty uncomfortable and I probably won't go back because of my anxiety. read more

This business offers a beautifully crafted balance between eclectic and funky for indoor visitors. They serve decadent pastries alongside exquisite brews. All batches are perfected in their on site coffee lab, and served with a smile by a truly amazing staff! Real connoisseurs will appreciate the delight on the palate. read more

- clean - cozy (intimate space) - chill vibes - good drinks or at least lattes - a *hidden* gem read more

Ten Drops Coffee - "Conquistador" Sweet Latté - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois

Ehh vibes are kind of hardcore not really my vibes it's more of a tattoo shop vibe than a coffee shop. The coffee itself was good 4/5. The ambiance was eerily quiet. 2/5. read more

4/5 due to small menu, no food options, and loud music. My drink was delicious and they have macadamia milk which is unique. I'm in from out of town and I stopped to do some homework. The WiFi worked great, the building is pretty neat. The decor was awesome and I would definitely come back. Good vibes, nice staff. Could use a much broader menu and even some toast or pastry selections would bring more people in. read more

Ten Drops Coffee - the interior of a coffee shop - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois

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I like coming here Sundays after my dog's class next door. The coffee is pretty good, especially the Conquistador latte. Not sure why this last time I got charged over $16 for two lattes when the menu says they are $5 each. Unfortunately, didn't think to grab a receipt so I'm not sure what the extra $6 charge was for. Definitely won't be coming here anymore if the prices are that steep. read more

Ordered online for pick up. Appreciated the extra steps they took to protect their workers and my family. Fantastic coffee. Got a croissant as well and it was so flaky and great. Staff was super friendly through text for bringing stuff out to the car. This is how pick up should work for all businesses during the pandemic. Thank you! read more

Coffee is very good! Came while visiting Illinois with my boyfriend- originally I'm from California, so I'm used to seeing little cafes back home, especially coffee shops. I got the honey vanilla latte, and it was delicious!! I just wish it was a little bigger, but next time I come visit my boyfriend, we definitely want to come back! read more

My boyfriend and I LOVE ten drops. We live in Chicago but whenever we visit we come in every morning. We love the single origin pour overs. But if you prefer coffee on the sweeter side they have some hand crafted lattes. Everyone who works there is awesome to talk to, very nice and are very excited to answer any questions you have. Absolute favorite coffee shop ever. Stop in sit at the coffee bar and talk to the baristas, and order a coffee or two. You will not regret it, promise! read more

Ten Drops Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois

Very cool place. I'm not a coffee drinker, but they made me an awesome type of tea similar to chi tea. Cool staff and interior decor.

I was a little confused walking in, but overall extremely happy with my experience at Ten Drops Cafe. The huge windows really open the place up and makes it feel so comfortable which complements the comfy chairs and couches they have out for customers. the variety of coffee is quite slim but all you have to do is ask the barista for a recommendation and they will NOT disappoint! I got the conquistador iced latte and it was so good! The flavors matched so well together and it was so pleasant to sip on. I most certainly will recommend this local business for anyone wanting to try some really natural and cultured coffee! read more

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Ten Drops Coffee is a true hidden gem! Stepping inside the shop, I was pretty surprised at how this industrial location was transformed into a cozy nook, complete with comfy couches and greenery. Upon further inspection, I truly believe that Ten Drops heavily promotes "Death Before Decaf"-- a slogan that I live by! Skulls are used in the decor and packaging, and paired with Victorian living room furniture. The friendly barista was softly playing metal, which made me feel right at gothic-home! My friend and I both grabbed an almond milk latte, which was served in a giant cup and brought to our seats. The coffee was nicely balanced; no overly bitter tones. I was mostly impressed that the steamed almond milk did not taste like burnt nuts! If you have ever used almond milk as substitute for hot drinks, I'm sure you know the flavor. Instead, the Ten Drop Latte was smooth! Overall, what was meant to be a quick coffee run turned into an hour long stay! I cannot wait to go back and sample even more of their menu! read more

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My latte was great but customer service wasn't the best. This was my first time here and clearly confused at the menu. Expiation of lattes where okay... it wasn't until they placed my iced latte on the counter and I looked around for the straws... the young lady who made my drink watched me look around, I asked "where can I find the straws?" She didn't say a word and pointed rudely at a counter about 6 feet away from where my drink was placed. She had a look of disgust on her face as if I should of known the straws where in a counter across the room. I wasn't greeted nor did anyone say have a good day, or any sort of hospital was shown at any encounter in my short 7-8 minutes in there. I felt unwelcome and will probably not come back. read more

Ten Drops Coffee - Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Plainfield, Illinois