This is the absolute cutest little space for a coffee! I love it! Having just returned from Antalya, Turkey I can authenticate that this coffee is as Turkish as it can get! The grounds are still at the bottom of the cup and the flavor is deep and magnificent in a way that American coffee is decidedly not! Their pastries are just the right size for something sweet to offset the coffee experience and the service is friendly and conversational. Nice place and I'll be back regularly! read more

Two Libras Cafe - Turkish Coffee - Cafes Near Me - Palatine, Illinois

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A friend wanted to try "Turkish Coffee" so off we went in search of it nearby. We found it on the menu of Two Libras, which is a "Euro-ish" coffee stop in an alley in downtown Palatine. They have a large selection of hot and cold drinks, smoothies, pastries, and a variety of "French-ish" sandwiches. On another visit, I'll order food, but today was all about coffee, and since I lived in the French enclave in the US, New Orleans, for an extended time, without glancing at the menu, I automatically asked for a cafe au lait, but the counter man had no idea what I was talking about. So it was cappuccino time, even tho it was past the taboo hour for ordering in Italy. It was perfect. As was the Turkish coffee. Note tho, my friend ordered non cow milk in her Turkish and there was a 75 cent upcharge for that. I'll return and dive into some of the sandwiches soon, which all sound interesting. Gender neutral bathrooms were immaculate. read more

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Finally got a chance to come back and try some of the food. It was good! My husband and I shared a mocha latte--it was huge. Coffee was strong enough and not too weak, and it wasn't overly sweet! Just right. Would order it again. He got the croque madame and it had this lovely béchamel sauce. I got the prosciutto tartine and it was nice and savory paired with a sweet fig jam and balsamic, which gave it just the best sweet and salty combo. Felt like a huge portion too. Yes, a bit on the pricier side but I would say worth it. Definitely not too much table and seating though, so it's probably best to go during an off-time or order to go. But definitely want to try more from the menu! read more

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A new cafe in town! With lots of food and coffee options. we ordered the vegetarian, avocado smash, the blaken crepe and couple smoothies. My 1 year old love their avocado chocolate smoothie. I think it looked like a family own restaurant everyone more involved and felt homely. They call out your name and deliver food to your table. Positive vibes place. :) read more

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I am absolutely obsessed with this cafe! My Meetup group met here for our monthly book club, and there was plenty of seating outdoors, with a few spots inside as well. You can rent out a private space in the cafe for meetings, which we had attempted to do, but no one ever responded to my inquiry ... hence the 4 out of 5 stars. Two Libras Cafe is tucked away on a quieter street with sidewalk seating during the warmer months, with parking right out front. I ordered the Mango Madness smoothie and the Smashed Avocado, both were fresh and tasted amazing. The presentation was on point and their cafe cups added to the aesthetic. I am looking forward to visiting again the next time I'm in the area! read more

Two Libras Cafe - SMASHED AVOCADO and MANGO MADNESS SMOOTHIE 16oz - Cafes Near Me - Palatine, Illinois

All the food choices and lattes are delicious. Great atmosphere and the service was outstanding !

From the moment I walked in, the staff were incredibly welcoming and genuinely friendly, which always makes such a difference. I opted for the salted caramel latte, and it was absolutely heavenly perfectly balanced and truly delicious, a real treat. Beyond the fantastic coffee, I was really impressed by how spotlessly clean everything was, which always makes for a more pleasant experience. You also have such an amazing and diverse selection of pastries, it was actually quite hard to choose just one. It's also fantastic to see you offer a wider range of sugar free options than many other places, which is a thoughtful touch for those who appreciate it. The overall ambiance of the place is just wonderful. It's incredibly relaxing, making it a perfect little escape. I particularly loved the stylish and cozy decor, it really adds to the inviting atmosphere. read more

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OBSESSED with this mother and son owned cafe! Everything about it surpassed my expectations. To start - two libras cafe is well designed. It's modern, clean and has a lot of natural lighting. Seating is plentiful and comfy. The entire space is perfect for photo ops. If you're looking to huddle up with a laptop there are plenty of outlets at each table. Throughout my time there was music playing that wasn't too quiet or too loud. Parking is also easy, plentiful and FREE. This was my first time having turkish coffee and a burek. The son (I don't remember his name) informed me of how the coffee was made. He also let me know the spices will be plentiful towards the bottom and to be careful not to shot gun it towards the end, haha. The burek was DELICIOUS. I went with the cheese 1 and had it warmed up. The dough was fluffy and light while the cheese was creamy and rich. I really enjoyed this pastry and am looking forward to many more coffee outings here. read more

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This little cafe is a hidden gem! My sister and I have been meeting for coffee every Saturday morning for about 6 months., The space is a cozy, and the coffee, food and service are always outstanding. The diverse menu makes it difficult to choose what I want every time! I have enjoyed everything I've tried. Alex is such a friendly barista and always serves with a smile. The entire family is so friendly and welcoming. I hope to continue to enjoy this cafe for a long time! read more

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We all know I am a coffee lover! Well this past weekend, I had some friends in town and wanted to find a cute little place for us to all meet up! I absolutely did! Two Libras is the perfect spot for a friendly meet up, coffee date, or casual breakfast or lunch! Although I didn't try the food this time everything looked incredible as it was coming out to the other patrons! I am eager to go back so that I can try the food! That being said the coffee was magnificent. They offer almost every iteration you could think of of traditional coffee drinks and an abundance of flavors to add, if you're feeling adventurous! I absolutely loved the mugs that they use! You'll see them in my photos! There are several comfy two-person seating options. As well as a three seat high top table near the bakery case. There are also several two top seating options at tables and a small room in the back with a four top and an additional two top! There's lots of great outdoor seating too! The staff is super friendly and super accommodating and the overall Vibe is just very cozy and welcoming! I will definitely be coming back. Might even dare to say that this could become my new local spot! read more

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New coffee shop/breakfast place that just opened last week! Cute little shop with nice decor. Would be a great place to work remotely, but when I came, it was pretty packed. People were eating sit-down breakfast foods there, which by the way looked SO good. I'm ready to come back another time to try their breakfast foods. The plated breakfast foods looked good enough for this to be considered a breakfast restaurant, but there aren't really enough tables. More of a small coffee shop/cafe setting. Ordering took a little bit of time, but I'm sure things will speed up once they get a hang of things (since they just opened up). My drink was made immediately though. Ordered an iced caramel macchiato with oat milk. Tasted great (I'd get it again). My only disappointment was with the addition of oat milk, it came out to be $2 more than it listed on the menu. I looked at my receipt, and apparently ice costs 50 cents too. I will definitely be back again to try their breakfast foods! read more

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Great cafe located in downtown Palatine! Their menu has a great mix of coffees smoothies, and food items (both sweet and savory). The cafe is very conducive for working or catching up with friends. They had a mix of table and chairs near outlets as well as lounge seats. I ordered the salted caramel latte and chocolate croissant which I thoroughly enjoyed! Staff were very kind and helpful when asking about the menu items and for the wifi password. Would definitely come back to enjoy more! read more

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It was a nice place to visit. I had an Americano which was very tasty. Small place so not a lot of seating. Place was full soon after we arrived. read more

Adorable cafe. Great service. Very clean. Menu has a nice variety and they allowed me to add and remove something on my order. Staff are very friendly and atmosphere is warm & inviting. Would return again the next time we are in the area. read more

I'm a Palatine resident and Two Libras is a very welcome addition. I was impressed with the ambience, the friendly staff, the wide variety of healthy delicious food and coffee choices at reasonable prices... all combine to make this a very positive dining experience. It's now on my list of favorite places. Thank you. read more

Two Libras Coffee Shop has a really nice vibe--clean, stylish, and a great spot to hang out or get some work done. The coffee itself is okay--not bad, but nothing to write home about. I'd give it 4 stars for presentation, but just 3 for actual taste. They do take a bit long to make your drink, so don't come in a rush. Still, worth checking out if you're in the area and want a chill atmosphere. read more

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From the charming decor to the friendly, helpful barista, this spot is truly five stars. I had the avocado toast topped with cottage cheese--it was creamy, flavorful, and absolutely delicious. Every detail was thoughtfully done, right down to the refreshing self-serve water station. I loved everything about this place! read more

Cute little coffee shop. I ordered the lemon sugar crepe and a cappuccino. They also offer eggs, bureks, and breads. Everything I tried was really good. The cafe is clean and welcoming. The owners are pleasant. What a nice addition to our downtown area. read more

I'm always looking for new cafes, especially ones that offer something different than your typical coffee shop experience. Two Libras not only checks the boxes for aesthetic "Insta-worthy" decor but they also have good coffee, and fresh, healthy, and delicious food items. Combinations like "brie, honey, grapes, orange, walnuts" and "tuna with bechamel sauce, cherry tomatoes, and basil" definitely piqued my interest. I had a hard time deciding what to get! I decided on the prosciutto di parma tartine, which is an open faced bread. I thought the flavors were delicious, and the side salad was a good addition to the salad. The latte that I ordered was huge, first of all, and pretty solid as far as coffee goes. I was curious about the bureks, but I definitely couldn't have finished one on my own. Service was friendly and prompt. We went on a Saturday morning, so it was understandably busy. The seating is quite packed together, but I was happy that we found a spot! I will definitely be back if I have another meet up in the area. read more

A hole in the wall treasure in down town palatine. The food is incredible. I had the egg and avocado toast panini and my boyfriend had the croque - monsieur. Both were so delicious. We tried the coffee too and it was fabulous. It was very cozy and aesthetic. Staff was helpful and friendly. We'll definitely be back! I hope you never close. read more

Two Libras Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Palatine, Illinois

Great coffee shop with some fantastic pastries in downtown Palatine! I went with the salted caramel iced latte recommendation and added another espresso shot, and it was delicious. I also tried their Jaffa Bar and it was also amazing. The staff there are so friendly and nice. They really keep this place clean and the ambience to sit and enjoy your coffee is really there and cozy. I have a new coffee spot! read more

This darling cafe also has a nice alfresco area where our group of 7 ladies sat for lunch today. The food was delicious and unique. Everyone enjoyed their food, great bread, toppings, and sauces and also salads with very fresh ingredients. We ordered inside and they brought our drinks & lunches outside to us. Pleasant and helpful service. read more

I came here for the first time 3 weeks ago, and have come every week since, lol. I really love their burek and turkish coffee, and they have a nice atmosphere. Unfortunately, lots of people agree! Can be pretty difficult to find seats at times. read more

Two Libras Cafe - BUREK WITH SPINACH AND CHEESE; TURKISH COFFEE - Cafes Near Me - Palatine, Illinois

An absolute gem in the downtown!! Family owned! Owners are so friendly. The food is made fresh everyday. I go for coffee almost everyday but I tried one of the sandwiches and it was so fresh!! read more

Excellent food and finally a good place for Turkish coffee! Everyone was very nice and atmosphere was as well.

Busy Saturday but still great service. Super friendly and no delays. The cheese burek with yogurt and chocolate croissant were delicious! We will definitely go again! read more

Enjoyed a Turkish coffee and a couple of sweet treats this morning. My friend and I were surprised to learn they had only been open for two and a half weeks! The cafe is located near downtown Palatine, very quaint, cozy, and clean cafe with an extensive breakfast and brunch/lunch menu. The owners were delightful and super sweet! 10/10 recommend! read more

4.5 stars Pros: Nice downtown Palatine location, modern decor, outside seating options that are pet-friendly, lots of menu options with food, friendly and prompt service. Cons: Wasn't a fan of the coffee, but that could have to do with my order. read more

We went to try this place today and it was delicious. The place is beautiful and very clean. Food was really good, the cofee was just delicious. Also the service was great. Will be back for sure read more

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Great iced latte, fun variety of bakery items, nice ambience for sitting and talking.

Hidden gem with delicious food. Would highly recommend. Friendly staff with a very cute ambience read more

Two Libras Cafe - CROQUE-MONSIEUR - Cafes Near Me - Palatine, Illinois

I love this place! It is so cute and the coffee is great! A go-to weekend coffee spot in Palatine

There are so many good choices of food. My personal favorite is the Nutella crepes and it is delicious. This shop is owned by a mother and son and they are so kind. They have a very fast service. They are very festive with many Christmas decor. Overall this is my favorite place read more

Two Libras Cafe - Nutella crepes with banana and strawberry banana smoothie - Cafes Near Me - Palatine, Illinois

Amazing cafe! The aesthetic here is so cute & cozy! I had the Turkish coffee and crepes & I was very pleased with it. For lunch I had their home made soup! It was all delicious! I also thought it was reasonably priced. I will definitely be coming back! read more

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Great folks, GREAT prices and fantastic food/drink. A Palatine business all should support!

I ordered the hidden tuna but there was no bechamel sauce as it said in the description

Wonderful family owned Cafe :) the service is excellent and the food makes me feel like I'm back in Europe. Lovely ambience within the cafe, comfortable seating, and overall a fantastic visit. It was only my first visit but never the last read more

I am all about trying to support independent small businesses but I have given this place two chances since it opened and no one should be waiting over twenty minutes for 2 basic coffees. Both times I waited forever. This time, our order receipt was tossed in the garbage, staff is frazzled and chaotic, I'm finally asked what i'm drinking after 20 minutes and I waited another 5 minutes for a mediocre cappuccino that tasted like milk. It's cute inside, I hope they do well, but they have major kinks to work out. I watched people waiting 15+minutes to receive a muffin on a plate. If you need to be somewhere, maybe wait a few months to try it so they get some sort of rhythm down. read more

Good. Cool vibe. Really liked the lunch option, if a little expensive. Coffee was good. I'd come again.

Great coffee very well lit seating area seems a bit expensive for some of the pastries but I would definitely go again for a relaxing cup