Their croissants are amazing and service is great! I also love their chai tea latte. The way they are doing pickup is super safe and I feel confident ordering from them. read more

Had to do some work and thought I'd check this place out since I live in the area. I had an iced americano with a splash of coconut milk. It was pretty good. They do not have almond milk. I also got their smoked salmon bagel. This one comes with sun-dried tomato. I enjoyed it. They are very generous with that cream cheese yo! The WiFi is decent, but it's only free for an hr when you get the password with purchase. Overall, I shall return soon. read more

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Probably one of the best lattes I've ever had. The taste was literally so amazing; you could taste the espresso (didn't just taste like milk or anything) and it was suuuuch a nice flavor, not bitter or acidic or any of that bad stuff! I stopped there on the way of my weekly visit to my boyfriend's place, and I'm thinking I'm gonna make it a permanent part of my trip from the suburbs. They were also so friendly despite being super busy. UPDATE: DO NOT PARK AT THE MCDONALDS NEXT DOOR. My car got booted within literally 4 minutes. read more

A great coffee shop that we stumbled upon while visiting near Loyala campus. A great shop with cool coffee selections and baked vegan pastries. We ordered vanilla latte and caramel latte. Both lattes and pastry were great. Service was really good. Very relaxing place where seat back relax and enjoy great coffee. read more

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We came here everyday on our Chicago weekend trip. Service is super friendly and nice, coffees great! They use a local coffee roastery, Intelligentsia, which I've had before in Louisville. I had the espresso, a oat milk maple latte and an americano, all on separate trips. The barista was very kind to assist me with finding the best milk option for my latte due to a dietary restriction. I also enjoyed a locally made bagel from the New York Bagel co. They also make homemade schmears/cream cheese-- I had the smoked salmon which was light and flavorful. My friends had the croissant, donut and a quiche, which were very tasty. read more

My absolute favorite place to get tea in Andersonville! Always friendly staff (though one girl is always kind of grumpy for some reason ;) ). They have an amazing selection of teas (not really a coffee drinker), pastries and other good stuff. I'm a regular there and sometimes they amaze me when I have my order already waiting before I even walk in (cause I always order the same thing!). Place is clean, smells amazingly inside, well organized to avoid crowding near the counter. Great outdoor seating! Just the best!!! Love you guys!! See you tomorrow for some tea! P.S. the barista that sometimes wears pineapple hat is THE BEST! read more

Wonderful place to get coffee. Great, friendly, efficient staff. And I love, love, love the new pastries from West Town. So inventive and delicious. Majorly delicious. Keep it up!! read more

The Coffee Studio, located at the north end of the craziness that was the Andersonville Sidewalk Sale, was a wonderful refuge on a sunny Saturday afternoon. I was planning to just get coffee, but a moment of genius prompted me to ask the clerk, "Do you have any vegan treats?" By golly, he did! I ended up with a vegan bagel and vegan cream cheese, which I ate with great appreciation, even though I wasn't very hungry. I just wanted to support a place that provides for us poor, benighted vegans, who are dedicated to our plant-based diets. The inside looks very comfortable and welcoming. Being that the weather was so beautiful, I took my coffee and treat outdoors and sat at one of their tables facing Clark Street. There was a woman singing and playing the ukulele on the corner, which was more pleasant than you might think reading about it here. I was very pleased with the look of the place, the selection, the helpful clerk, and the vegan options. I will make it a point to come back. read more

Cozy, with free WiFi. Coffee is coffee - it's good as always. Loved there salmon flat bread.

Just had a simple oat milk latte, and it was delicious! Can't wait to come back and try some more items :)

Great place to go for work, to meet with friends for coffee, or to hang out and read. Coffee is perfect, nice variety of pastries (monkey bread and bagels are amazing!), nice selection of sandwiches, salads etc as well. The smoked salmon flat bread is really yummy too! Lots of tables and space for laptops and plenty of outlets. read more

Times are changing. The Coffee Studio has upped their game over the last few years and has finally got a full proof system down for good coffee ,good treats, nice clientele and great employees. read more

It's like they built this for me to have an office at. That was kind :) Kidding. Kind of. Just the correct amount of noise. Not too quiet. Not too loud. Large enough tables, with outlets. Friendly people. Comfortable-ish chairs. Not too comfy so that I fall into a coma, just riiiight. GREAT Intelligentsia coffee. In big fat mugs. Haven for the caffeine-riddled deadlines. read more

Great coffee and Lee is very generous. In the past, some workers came across as coffee snobs and not very friendly; most of them are gone

I was tricked. Damn you The Coffee Studio. You've got all the trappings of a great coffee shop, in fact your brick-and-natural-wood scheme looks not unlike Stumptown's Annex in Portland. But there's one thing missing. Not the wifi, not the straight-outta-Modernica/Moss furniture and accessories, nor the custom display cases. Nope, it's all there. In fact, just spending time in a setting so lovely will increase your hotness by a factor of ten. I know because it's true. So what's missing? Brilliant coffee, prepared properly. There's ample lip service paid to the preparation of coffee - just look at chalkboard on the far wall. Looks like they know what goes into great coffee. Or at least the person training them did. If only execution was as good as the promise. The cappuccino I had here was one of the very worst I've had in Chicago. I kid you not. It was such a disappointment, I took it across the street and dumped it in the trash, after $3 plus tip. Because of the 'no liquids' rule in the cafe's trash can, I didn't want to embarrass the barista by asking her to do it over or to throw it out for me. Maybe I just didn't want to embarrass myself. Because there's no barrier between barista and customer save for a very low wall, it is easy to engage the barista in chat...and distract them. That's precisely what happened after I gave the very sweet and charming barista my order. Her friend walked in and she began chatting...and chatting...and chatting. And next thing you know, I'm throwing Chicago's worst cappuccino in the trash. What makes a cappuccino bad? So many things, so many things. First, the espresso pull. She didn't pack the portafilter with enough ground espresso. She did give it a nice, firm pack, however. She then pulled the espresso for too long, resulting in watery espresso. And then she didn't froth the milk enough, resulting in a weak foam structure that collapsed immediately. There was only the slightest hint of foam on my drink. Worst of all, I asked for a DRY cappuccino, which means "mostly foam, very little milk". What she gave me was a latte. If I wanted a latte, I would have asked for a latte. Dammit, The Coffee Studio, I'll give you another try...but there better be another barista on duty or I'm walking out. _______________________________________________ Update, 4-7: At the urging of the owner, who contacted me via Yelp, I went back to try my cappuccino in-house. This experience was appreciably better - no distracted barista, no discarded drink. My cafe companion and I both ordered cappuccinos. My cafe companion loved her drink - it was just right, and her microfoam lasted for the duration of our chat. My cappuccino, by contrast, was less successful. The foam broke down quickly (perhaps a consequence of going for whole milk?) and there was a bit too much milk for my liking. I had ordered it 'dry' but it was unmistakeably wet. I also returned and tried an espresso. It was a good pull, as good as I'd expect from an Intelligensia espresso blend. Perhaps one of the positives of espresso here is that they dose their drinks very strong - they use a triple dose and serve you half - meaning you get about 50% richer espresso than at a place where you'd just get a single dose. read more

I don't understand how a place that seems to pride itself on its mad-coffee-skills...can brew such an inconsistent cup of coffee?!? I don't get lattes, or mochas, or choco-lattes, or frappa-choco-latte-cinos...I like my coffee brewed, I like it black and if you put sugar in it, I'll punch you in the face. Coffee Studio, your brewed coffee needs serious improvement...your espresso shots are also way too bitter and a tutorial in crema may be in order. The chocotella (steamed milk mixed with Nutella), is my only reason to continue coming here...that little cup of delicious is a score! Also, most of the staff are super friendly and sweet and the shop itself is always clean though somewhat uninviting for lounging, but I think that's just me since there are always people hanging out. Bonus for offering vegan desert options. read more

MY GOD, Coffee Studio. Would it KILL YOU to hire a barista that isn't the very incarnation of Pretentious Snottery? Who doesn't look and act as though she's smelling caca? Who has one --just ONE-- people skill? Just one? FFS. 1 star for the location and occasionally-good cup of coffee (though today's was like what I imagine dishwater would taste like... guess the barista's personality leached into the brew?). I really want to like you, but Christ. Christ on a popsicle stick. Like walking into one of those below-zero vodka bars... minus the vodka. I only ever come here because it is literally at the end of my block. That is its only redeeming quality. read more

Not so much. Came here after some breakfast nearby for an iced coffee. Parking was pretty easy to find as we parked right in front. We walk into this very modern shop with some awesome decor. There were two baristas inside, one behind the bar and one out in seating area. We were greeted with a cold blank stare and lukewarm hello. They seemed kinda bored actually. I wanted to peek at the menu first before I finalized my order just in case there was something I was missing out on. I did notice they had a lot to offer and the menu was reeeaaalllyy long. I stuck with my original order of iced coffee and got a butterfly cookie for my little one. My total came to over $5 which was a tad much for a coffee and cookie but whatevs. They serve Intelligentsia here and I was pretty excited to get my drank and enjoy. But alas, my drink was hardly palatable. How do you mess up an iced coffee. It was VERY strong and had a very bitter taste to it. I've worked with coffee for many years and drinking it for even longer to know that it just wasn't right. I'd give this place another shot and order a hot beverage but it always frightens me when the simplest of order is not good. P.S- that butterfly cookie was good! read more

Oh how I love The Coffee Studio. I no longer get the exercise I used to when I walked all the way to Dollop to take up real estate there on a per diem basis, but I've never found a tastier caffe americano. TCS is really quite perfect- the space is airy and modern, the staff is friendly and laid-back, the bathrooms are always clean, and- SWEET F*ING CHRIST, ARE THOSE VEGAN CHOCOLATE CHUNK COOKIES?! Coffee Studio, will you marry me? read more

Here's my checklist for how I determine how much I like a coffee shop: 1. Great coffee 2. Super nice baristas 3. Brick wall (I know, randomly specific) 4. Plugs for your chargers 5. Tables wide enough for your computer 6. Convenient location 7. Has wine/beer and eats for later in the evening 8. Airy and spacious 9. WIFI 10. Cute boys (kidding...kind of) The Coffee Studio has it all!! It's a really wonderful coffee shop tucked away in Andersonville that is a great place to grab a quick coffee or to hang out and get some work done. Can't recommend it enough. read more

I just want to express how perfect I feel this coffee shop is - sleek, modern nice graphics great coffee comparable prices normal sized coffee cups! friendly staff All around everything I envision a coffee shop to look like and be! Wish I was closer to Andersonville bc this would be THE place for me!! read more

I think it's about time to bump up my review to five stars. Here's the story: I've spent much of the past few years being addicted to coffee. I would get headaches if I skipped my daily caffeine fix, and I'd really be grumpy, unpleasant, and helpless to do work if I hadn't had my morning fix. This is not healthy. I don't care how great coffee is - an addiction is an addiction. And so I gave it up, just enough so that I can *enjoy* it, instead of needing it. I started by cutting my consumption by one third, and maintained it for a week. Then I went down to half for a week. Then I went down to one third for a week. And then I cut it out all together. Let me tell you, it was hard. Sometimes I went back to bed at 7pm. My boyfriend brought me a lovely cup of tea once and I snapped at him. But once I was off, and I awoke every morning thinking of my tasks for the day instead of my morning cup, life was better. And something else happened, which was quite unexpected: coffee started to taste better than it ever had. And so I have a cup of coffee every few weeks, on afternoons when I want to just sit down and enjoy it and savor it. No cravings - just a lovely little pleasure like a walk or a book. And since I've cut down on my coffee budget so much anyway, I might as well splurge on the good stuff. And I will boldly put forth what no other coffee drinker will dare to say: I like the cortados at Coffee Studio more than Intelligentsia. There. I said it. I know. It's sacrilege. And while we're at it, I like their cortados better than the Blue Bottle Coffee Company from SF, which generally wins awards for having the best coffee in the country. And it's just as good as Tilikum Place Café, a French cafe in Seattle that oddly has amazing coffee, even though they're not known for it. Isn't it funny how reducing your consumption of something allows you to upgrade to the best of the best? No more brewing ground Starbucks from my $20 drip machine at home. And to boot, the staff are way friendlier than they used to be. In fact, I happened to walk in on their anniversary for my first cup of non addict coffee (fate, right?) and got a free cupcake. read more

A prolific erection in the seat of any pomodernist's distressed raw denim couture selvedge... ...no seriously, its beautiful. I am a simple slovenly creature of comfort and I avoid coffee shops because I can make delicious roast at home and take it with me in a thermos, but when I go out I hit up intelligentsia or other good roasters and like to poke about to see what floorplan they're hyping. I always assumed it was too much to ask of an in-n-out coffee bar to remain simple rather than flashy and not center their layout on hawking crap every three feet at eye level. TCS surprisingly kept their entire work area waist level which leaves you to see the entire store at a glance and keeps non-food sales items on their own shelf opposing the checkout. Raw (unfinished I think?) wood accents, glass and immaculate stainless everywhere, modest yet ADEQUATE LIGHTING (dear coffee shops, you are not bat caves, thx), brilliant. Well, to get to the important bits they make a mean americano and I heartily recommend this place cos they also do vegan treats which I didn't sample, but back hard. read more

I have been getting my fix here for several years & have yet to find a place in Chicago that delivers at the same level. The drinks here are consistently excellent & well worth the price. To think that people pay the same (or more) for a latte at Starbucks kills me. I love that The Coffee Studio uses locally roasted beans, organic milk, fair trade sugar & makes their own syrups. Their drinks are also subtly flavored -- excluding the decadent caramel latte & Nuttella hot chocolate. If you are looking for a cup of sugar with some Folgers sprinkled in, this isn't your place. There's also some delicious baked goods [no preservatives] & a good amount of vegan choices. Plenty of things for non-caffeine drinkers, too. I adore the barista crew. Stop in just a few times & they will get to know your name & drink preference. I once left my wallet on the counter & was completely nonplussed as I knew one of the baristas would keep it for me. Some reviewers have said that there is a pretentious air to The Coffee Studio, but I have never experienced that. Laid back? Yes. Unhelpful? Never. So, why am I being a bitch & only giving 4 stars? 1) LAPTOP HOBOS -- Sweet Cracker Sandwich. They have invaded. Good luck finding an open seat between 9am-close, because these m-f'ers aren't moving for anything. The owners need to come up with some kind of solution because I've seen plenty of people walk in & quickly turn around once they see all the seats taken. I haven't had my drink "for here" in at least 6 months. 2) SOY CHARGE -- At $.50 a drink, this adds up. I'm all for local businesses making a profit, but when my drink already costs $4.00, the repeated charge for $.50 gets to me. I wouldn't mind $.25 or $.35. 3) THE OWNER -- I've only seen the female owner. By "seen" I mean "lurk about." It would be great if she actually knew my name (as I'm there all the time), operated the POS once in a while, or even walked around the cafe & said "hi" to people. Nope -- she prefers to stand behind the counter, glower, & reprimand her baristas. It's a little creepy & not in keeping with the overall vibe of the business. In summation: if you love high-grade espresso, this will be your new favorite spot. read more

1. Free Wifi (the hour thing is a myth...I saw the guy next to me go up and get another card without purchasing anything additional--but then again, maybe he's special) 2. Excellent espresso 3. Delicious granola 4. Cool, laid back, serene vibe. Love the modern furniture and decor. 5. Friendly baristas Five reasons I will be heading back to coffee studio again...and again. (Not to mention it's near my house) read more

Thank God that The Coffee Studio is on my commute to work. It may be putting a dent in my pocket, but not much more than any dent created by Starbucks or another cookie cutter coffee place. The latte I get here is smooth with just the right amount of bite. It's a treat. I'm also usually so disappointed by chai lattes, but The Coffee Studio delivers. I love their chai. And as someone else said, the pumpkin bread is killer, but I'm also partial to the chocolate croissants for mornings when I'm feeling sinful. It's also no surprise that this place was founded by a couple of ex-designers. Its atmosphere emulates what's on its magazine racks--Dwell, Metropolis, etc. I can't speak to the wifi issue because when I do get the chance to sit down here, I take advantage of the space to decompress, pick up one of the magazines or chat with a friend, and sip on whatever I've chosen. BTW: They blogged the progress of their shop--from concept to construction to today. It's actually pretty cool to read about their experiences of trying to start a coffee shop. (http://thecoffeestudio.blogspot.com/) read more

Its a shame. Most things about this place hit the mark for me, but the most important mark is missed, and unfortunately I won't be back. The tea was great, the staff was nice, the atmosphere was great. But the big downfall was when I asked how the internet was handled, I was handed a code for one hour worth of service. I was then told that I can have another hour if I come back up and buy something. To some degree I can understand why they have this policy. The place was packed, the only seat I could find was next to a screaming baby that kept trying to put his hand in my tea, so they want people to either spend money or make way for paying customers. Maybe they have such a good flow of new customers that they don't need customers like me that need to set up shop for several hours and work. I am not a freeloader, but I also don't want to be forced to buy things just to keep the internet working. I will buy things as I want them, which will be regularly but not on the hour. These days policies like that seem so antiquated to me. I really enjoy supporting local coffee shops, but unfortunately on this day i was forced down to the local Starbucks. read more

This shop is such a nice breath of fresh air in Edgewater (and Andersonville). No more counting on Starbucks for your coffee fix. Very cozy atmosphere. Friendly staff. I spent several hours there working and they do not require me to buy more coffee to get the free WiFi. We love you Coffee Studio! read more

A coffee shop that stops brewing decaf after about 5pm--weird!! That actually makes me sad. They made a cafe americano (decaf) instead--which was a little on the strong side, but still tasty. I am not 100% sure I like this place--mainly because it is not so cozy. There is almost an industrial feel to it, perhaps because the decor is very modern. There were 2 staff members that had this "you are bothering me" look about them--next time I will take my coffee without the sneer--thanks! All in all, it is just A-OK. The outdoor seating area is nice. read more

Dimension the first: Decor ----------------------------------- The decor is slick, bordering on chic, and leagues beyond fancy schmancy. Think Sex and the City meets Logan's Run. If you ever wondered what Guy Montag's favorite cafe hangout might look like then your best guess probably resembles The Coffee Studio. Dimension the Second: Food and Drink ----------------------------------------------------- Besides the snazzy furnishings, The Coffee Studio provides nice coffee and baked goods. I had a cappuccino that was expertly crafted: foam you could stand a small child on without said child suffering a milky end, solid espresso in the right proportions, and an artfully done heart marked my foam. I indulged in a sweet treat as well, selecting a chocolate chip cookie to cure a powerful bout of hypoglycemia. The cookie was meh. Methinks it was undercooked, giving it that unmistakable cookie dough saucer three inches in diameter taste for which some pine. Me? I prefer my cookies on the crisp side, ya dig? Dimension the Third: Pretentiousness -------------------------------------------------- All coffee houses are pretentious to some degree, and I'm investigating what amount of pretentiousness is optimal. Go too far and you're a snarling like William F. Buckley at a sneak preview of The Hangover. Not far enough and you might as well be Starbucks in Gurnee Mills. (Love you, entry F Starbucks!) Somewhere between those two poles is equilibrium, and that equilibrium is what I intend to find. My experience was shockingly free of pretentiousness. I got a smile from the cashier, the barista didn't scowl at me, and not one person mentioned Proust or the Gilmore Girls. Not bad. On the other hand the Macbook to customer ratio was off the charts. In total, pretentiousness was appropriate. Dimension the Fourth: Potpourri ------------------------------------------- My only real qualm with The Coffee Studio is that originality isn't swinging from the rafters. While I think it's great to have a clearinghouse for the finest coffees and baked goods in Chicago it seems like those cafes that ride the gravy train of other trailblazing brands or stores should be penalized--unless they make up for this in some other, extraordinary way. (Not everybody can roast their own coffee after all.) The Coffee Studio does a fair job of making up for this shortcoming--if it can be called a shortcoming--but it doesn't bowl me over. However, they do a solid job and I'd certainly return. The Coffee Studio does an excellent job with OPP (other people's products) but I could just as easily go to those other places and get at least the same quality of goods. Good on you, Coffee Studio, for being in Andersonville and saving me the trek to Intelligentsia, but what value are you adding to the already great products you serve? Conclusion --------------- It's a fine joint. Well-made beverages and tasty treats. It also serves an area that isn't close to a ton of other coffee spots, and it does a fine job. However, if you want something new, something original then carry on. read more

Good local coffee shop with 1 hour free wifi (get code when making purchases.) They also have a decent selection of tea if you feel like something calm. Like the fact that they have some good electrical outlets. And the warm, friendly beige tone decoration always gives a relaxing feel. read more

Hooray for Coffee Studio! Nice Space: Check Good selection of tea: Check Mad compliments on the coffee: Check Scrabble board: Check Friendly baristas: Check Proximity to my apartment=close: Check Free WiFi with purchase: Check I wish they were open later. I wish there was a little more seating. I also wish people expecting there to be quiet at a library level should either turn up their iPod or actually go to a library. read more

My friend at Imbibe directed me to this place. I was lured in by the promise of free wifi and organic ingredients. The coffee is fantastic. The wifi is limited to an hour per drink. Good business strategy perhaps but it feels stingy as a patron who likes to suck up wifi in abundance. People praise the minimalist environment but I found it somewhat sterile....Like, don't get TOO comfortable. Not as cozy as Metropolis or Dollop. I will return for the delicious coffee but the atmosphere leaves a bit to be desired. Chalk it up to aesthetic preference. Addendum: I have discovered that the less comfortable atmosphere is really conducive to doing work! 5 star upgrade! Plus I'm here every damn Sunday. read more

I had the best Americano of my life here yesterday. Seriously, the best one ever. Nutty, smooth, consistent. Lovely. The prices kill me, but I know that's normal for a coffee boutique. It's worth paying for Intelligensia, but $2.50 for a large tea is painful. Fabulousity has come to Edgewater in the name of The Coffee Studio and I'm thrilled. read more

Apparently Time Out agrees with me--the ambiance here is great! The Coffee Studio is listed in this month's top coffee spots to try now: http://chicago.timeout.com/articles/restaurants-bars/91287/15-spots-to-drink-coffee-now read more

I was about to give The Coffee Studio 3 stars, but after seeing that Yelp suggested that 3 stars is equivalent to "A-OK" I just couldn't. It wouldn't be fair to the world. I love trying new cafes, and I've heard a few good things about The Coffee Studio so I thought I'd check it out. When I got there, I was pretty impressed with the atmosphere and thought it would be a nice place to sit and study for a while. I order my coffee, got some food, had myself a seat and hopped on my computer... Oh wait, I forgot a step... I also had to get a wifi code with my purchase which allowed me 1 hour of internet... I'm sorry, but this just isn't reasonable considering the price I pay for coffee and food at The Coffee Studio. I understand the logic that the internet should only be for paying customers, but I can find plenty of other cafes that don't suggest that I get the F out after an hour. I won't be returning read more

What's not to love about the Coffee Studio? A few things, but I'll get to that in a second. Awesome espresso. I'm talking top notch: balance, aroma, crema, presentation (w/ that awesome little cookie!)...perfection. After so many shitty experiences with metallic-tasting, evil little black puddles of "coffee extract", this alone would keep me coming - even if the rest were so bad as to warrant 1 star. An actual coffee bar to drink your espresso. I can walk in, order my espresso, sip it down, and adios. Big plus after a long ride and my bike is outside, up against the window. The outdoor seating is spacious as well. They have great pastries (very fresh, the almond croissant kills) and the restroom is always very clean. I think they pay the employees relatively well here. The reason I didn't give 5 stars is because of the deadpan attitude when I bring our new baby (now 6 weeks), in either a stroller or a body sling, where I used to get all smiles pre-baby (and still do, no baby.) The ownership REALLY needs to address the bias that their very talented yet smug hispter baristas seem to possess. I've heard this from many other customers of the Coffee Studio. Sorry, but it's Andersonville. And we didn't all migrate here from Wicker Park - have you SEEN Damen Avenue between North and Armitage lately? Stroller Mafia down there. Some of us have lived here a long time, and yes we're breeding, and we're staying. You once had a little sippy cup and cried because you pooped your pants, too, you smug, unshaven prick. Also, what's up with the constant ambient drone music on the sound system? It's never anything else, and some mornings the volume is such that it's ANYthing but ambient. read more

After a few months of hunting, I've found my neighborhood coffee shop of choice, and it's the Coffee Studio. First of all, the drinks are fantastic. Simply fantastic. I've had many different baristas during my various trips to this north Andersonville spot, and each time, the drinks were consistently great and the service was even better. The shop also offers free wireless for an hour -- with a code that you receive at the register -- which is nice. I feel like it makes me stay on task (though I'm pretty sure that if you needed another code for more time, they'd give it to you). It's not the biggest space ever -- particularly if you want a table instead of a chair -- so it seems to get somewhat crowded every once and a while, but if you time it right, this is a great place to get some work done in a casual, trendy spot with fantastic caffeinated beverages. Loves it! read more

I will not come in here again, I just found this place pretentious and very fussy but having said that, there are obviously by the reviews tons of people who love this place. I like Intelligentsia coffee but I almost found it "club" like, either you tow the line, breakout your laptop, not say a word and look very intently at your computer or you are out. It just was not a comfortable, cozy atmosphere and the guy at the service counter was kind of sullen. I think this is one of those kind of places where you are either "in" or "out". For me, it has a sterile, people taking themselves overly seriously air about it. This one is not for me, there are too many other options in the neighborhood but it could be for you. When it boils down to it, I just didn't like the layout and the atmosphere. I guess each to their own cup of coffee. read more

This is one of my favorite coffee places. The baristas are all really friendly there and the espresso drinks are very well made. They give out little cookies with the coffee drinks, which always reminds me of trips to Europe. There's something about a cookie with your coffee that just makes it so much better. They're open until 9 pm, which is a perk. They also have some tasty truffles at the counter. Chocolate is a guilty pleasure of mine and I like to have one piece of chocolate in the evening so I usually pick up one of the two-piece packs and it will last me a couple of days. I'm not sure why so many people refer to this place as being "hip" or pretentious. Far from it. At 42, I'm a cross between nerdy ex-academic and socially awkward dork and I've never felt anything but comfortable here. Socially speaking, at least. It can get pretty crowded and hard to find a seat, especially on the weekend, and if you get stuck sitting on one of the counter stools, that's less than ideal. However, in the summer, they open up the outside, which improves the amount of seating considerably. Sitting outside in the evening (especially when the weather is in the 70s) is a truly enjoyable experience. read more