This central location is the best. I place my order and sit, relax and people / animal connect. This is where you can talk to locals. I love living down the block from this place and coming early before the hustle and bustle starts read more

After a spicy dinner we needed a cool down--whispers gelato was the perfect end to a perfect Chicago day. We both got the coconut and it was wonderful. Such an adorable server as well. read more

Whispers Cafe - The whispers park - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Happened upon this cute little cafe in Mariano Park while enjoying the unseasonably warm October weather. The deliciousness of the white mocha paled in comparison only to the tremendously warm service we received. read more

Love the fresh juice, although a little pricey, this is great area to have a coffee and plan the days agenda.

I got the caramel white mocha and it was super nice and sweet! Definitely needed the sugar rush. Service was very quick as well. I love where this cafe is located. It's super cute in the center of the street and has a nice little fountain where people were reading / hanging out. Great summer vibe! read more

Whispers is in the middle of a number of restaurants in the River North area and serves coffee, juice, pastries, and gelato. We opted to get some coffees, a banana nut muffin and a single scoop gelato. They're open late which is great cos my bf is always looking for coffee later in the day. The gelato was nice and light, and we also enjoyed the muffin! It wasnt busy when we went, and scenery is very pretty here. Love that it's a quick stop to start or end my day! read more

Great ambiance and tasty smoothies situated perfectly at the top of magmile. They have seating outdoors with a fountain in the background. Great for people watching. The coffee was good too. A little sweet but could have been what I ordered. It's not summer without Whispers read more

Extremely rude girl behind the ice cream counter. They up charge you to have two flavors in one cup. They basically charge you $12 and change for a single cup if there's two flavors and then they call it two portions but it's a single scoop container. They are straight up ripping people off and then when you go to pay this rude woman tries to solicit a tip from you. When I didn't tip, she said to her coworker, 'We have another cheap one here." I hope some OBlock Boyz take this place out. read more

Amazing gelato tried the mint chip and strawberry cheesecake flavors and both were excellent. The cheesecake pieces and creamy texture of the cheesecake gelato were spot on along with the flavor. My husband got a mango strawberry smoothie and didn't care for it but gelato was amazing! read more

Whispers Cafe - Mint chocolate chip gelato and strawberry cheesecake gelato - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Saw some other reviews saying the coffee wasn't the best. I disagree, I got a blended chocolate/caramel which was amazing. Also got a pistachio muffin that was good as well. Definitely a must try when it's a nice day as it's almost a small brick park in the middle of the city. Don't need to get anything if you're not hungry/thirsty to enjoy the view! read more

Whispers Cafe - seating - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Stopped by here for a fresh juice and it was delicious. $10 for 16 oz is of course expensive but that's what people charge for juice nowadays. I was able to build my own and did celery, pineapple, green apple, and lemon. The cashier was super friendly and helped me choose a good drink! We didn't sit but there were some chairs and little tables available. read more

Whispers Cafe - Green juice - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Have always enjoyed myself here even during the limited time you can hang out places during the pandemic. A piece of chicago and americana... in the area near tavern on rush that we call the viagra triangle ( you can figure that out yourself). The family that runs this are nice to all their Gold Coast neighbors Many luminaries and famous people will come here in the summer...hopefully we will be allowed to congregate here in the summer without random people saying there looks like there are too many people . I love the gelato and when you see it you're like " summer has arrived. read more

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I wouldn't consider this a lakeside venue. However it's a welcome place to stop and grab some coffee or a healthy juice beverage. It has a park like setting with mature trees that can help provide shade while you take that little break touring around Chicago. read more

Whispers Cafe - Sitting at the fountain with my cup of coffee. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A quiet oasis in the middle of the urban jungle. Great cappuccino and smoothies. Quick and efficient service. They have a small selection pastries that looked delicious. Prices are standard for the area. What makes this so nice is there is a ton of tables and benches right next to the cafe where you can relax under a canopy of trees and enjoy a cool breeze and just people watch. Lots of pups out with owners which always makes me smile. Deducted one star because there was loose trash and no one clearing and cleaning tables. Kind of a self serve in that department. Greta early morning stop to just enjoy the city. read more

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Cute little coffee shop located in between State Street, Bellevue Place, Rush Street, and Cedar Street. The building itself was built in the 1870s and has a connection to Frank Lloyd Wright. It is very small and there's only room for two the cashiers. But, they serve coffee, fresh fruit smoothies, pastries, and has a cart next to the building that has the gelato. I have only tried the swiss chocolate gelato, but it's so good and creamy. A perfect snack to cool off or to end your night. read more

Whispers Cafe - Swiss Chocolate - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Love this cafe but its isn't open winter. You can sit in the best park in the Gold Coast having gelato and coffee.

Really super nice vibe by the lake. Good spot to bike around and chill. Didn't try the food but drinks service was nice.

Whispers Cafe is the perfect place to stop for a drink during the nice Chicago summer weather. We stopped here after visiting the Surgical Science Museum and it was excellent. I ordered the iced tea which was perfectly brewed and served ice cold. We managed to snag a seat by the fountain which was a picture perfect backdrop for our drink break. It was really busy that weekend, so we were lucky to snag some chairs! The pavilion is shaded nicely with trees and it had really lovely ambience. The green space was much appreciated in the middle of the city. read more

You definitely pay for the ambiance. Also location - your in front of Carmine's and the plaza is as European as you can get in Chicago. In addition your getting gelato (not ice cream) next to a cafe - yes it feels very nice. The ice cream is of the finest quality. The banana praline, strawberry cheese cake and pistachio tasted great, light and not too sweet. The mixed fruit was good. Is it worth the $10 for 2 borderline petite scoops? NO. I will however enjoy my time here because it's like being in glossy magazine add only I'm in it. read more

Whispers Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I usually stop in for an iced coffee or an iced latte and a blueberry muffin. The coffee sucks, but the scenery makes up for it. Also, the other muffins aren't really great either, but again, ambiance. It's a nice watering hole for this area where you can sit under the shade of lush trees in the summer, people watch, or read a book if you can ignore the street traffic. Service is pretty straightforward. Haven't had a bad experience, but if you come at night and order a "gelato," you're really getting ice cream. read more

Whispers Cafe - Blueberry muffin - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

While in Chicago we spotted this location directly across from our hotel. We were in the mood for some coffee and wanted to enjoy the night crowd. It was a little disappointing to say the least. While the location and scenery was great, the coffee was below avg. Add in the fact that a Starbucks is around the corner with competitive pricing (yes you heard me... Starbucks had competitive pricing) this place was just mediocre. Although I loved the seating, I could get better coffee elsewhere. read more

This is a welcome stop during my morning dog walk. The coffee is great and there are so many options. The pastries are muffins but I wish they had more options . I have yet to try the smoothies . The adjacent p read more

This spot is unique for it's area. Smacked in the middle of the restaurants on rush and oak, Whispers gives off European vibes with its coffee and gelato and wicker/metal chairs and tables. A cellist even comes on most weekends! However, this rating is a knock on their gelato and price. Pretty average tasting (I got the pistachio) for the price, around $6. You can sit here without paying. The vibe is amazing on a sunny day! read more

Worst customer service. Asked for chairs to be open but told it was for the owners. Never again.

I came here on a warm afternoon in Chicago. They have a large variety of flavors here. They also offer smoothies I believe. I got the mango sorbet as I wanted more of a fresh and light ice cream. It was decent but nothing special. My sister got the coconut ice cream with a cone but sadly they didn't have any left. It was fairly busy here but it is in the middle of a bustling area. Plenty of tourists here sitting around chatting. read more

Whispers Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I love that this Cafe sells: Artisan coffee beverages Artisan gelato Fresh squeezed lemonade Fresh fruit smoothies Snacks, etc. Location, location, LOCATION! In the Triangular Mariano Park named after a local Chicago Reporter who spent time here cultivating conversations for stories. There are tables, chairs, umbrellas, benches, and a fountain where locals and visitor patrons cherish each moment under the shade of the trees and foliage compliments of The Chicago Park District. Great people watching! ARTISAN GELATO: $6.00 is the price of a cup of Artisan Gelato...August 1, 2019. ATTN: Mr. Tiger (Owner)- Please, please, PRETTY PLEASE...PLEASE: SELL PINTS OF THE GELATO!!!! It would be great for the locals and tourists alike! FUN FIND! Corn on the Cob plants flanking each side of the "point" of the triangle! read more

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everything else seemed good but the berry smoothie was so bad-very liquidy and frothy. I made all my friends try it to make sure I wasn't crazy and we all thought it was gross read more

Good stop on the hottest day of the year. Gelato is pretty good. (Andy's Frozen Custard is better.) I won't buy gas on weekends because they jack up the price, but I paid six bucks for 1 scoop of gelato. Plus tip. Don't be an asshole: Tip these kids. Yeah service was cheerful despite 1000 degrees of humidity. I've been appreciating people lately. And goodness. Maybe I should get out of the sun. This is a small hut on the edge of Mariano Park--better known as the Viagra Triangle. Across the street from Gibson's and Dublins. Just like I called it in my Gibson's review, fat guy in pink shirt with obnoxious cigar here. Is that how rich guys establish status? Most awful cigar wins? He's still a person and I'm glad he exists. Unless he drove the babes away with his cigar. They sell coffee and hot chocolate too in the winter. Come here if you're already here, otherwise Andy's FC in the burbs. read more

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I thought I was going to get one scoop.. turned out to receive a kiddie spoon. It was like 90 degrees today too..come on.. there utensils aren't even for regular ice cream.. way overpriced!! read more

I think the best part about this Gelato was the little park you could sit at and eat it. I maybe a little judgy when it comes to ice cream or gelato because of Jeni's but this wasn't really anything special. It was good but not great. Just a nice little treat after we had eaten some AMAZING deep dish pizza. It's in a tiny little park in the middle of the shops and streets which was super cool and it was packed with people. Chairs all over and people all over. Chatting, playing games, people watching or eating ice cream. It was pretty cool. read more

Whispers Cafe - Nothing compared to Jeni's - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Friendly staff at this delicious gelato stand. They have coffee as well, but the gelato is Heavenly. Reminds me of the gelato back home in NYC. Definitely delicious and worthy of dropping by. Look at how fresh the fruit is as well read more

Whispers Cafe - A variety of fresh fruits and gelato. They'll give you a sample spoon beforehand. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Super cute little booth! Whispers is located inside a small park in Gold Coast. There's a lot of outdoor seating in the little park and a fountain as well. The area is pretty packed during the day and the evenings in the summer with people just hanging out outside / reading. Whispers Cafe itself is a little booth / gelato store in the middle of the park. The staff here is super friendly, and prices are very reasonable! They sell espresso and a wide selection of baked goods, as well as a really respectable selection of juices from their juicer. The cold drinks in their fridge as well as the gelato are all perfect accompaniments to chilling in the park. Area around is bustling as well with quite a few restaurants and stores to browse. read more

Whispers Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The guy who gave the gelato said one scoop was 7 dollars but he gives "generous portions." I believed him and ordered a scoop. Was a small scoop and was mediocre. Felt scammed... read more

Came across this little spot after walking through the shops in Gold Coast. We walked up to a window and I ordered a "Ging-N-Juice". The Ging-N-Juice was fresh and I could definitely taste the ginger. However, the carrot taste in the juice was very overwhelming, so I could not really taste the apples or oranges. Next time I come I would probably order another drink. My boyfriend ordered a lemonade. He was not a huge fan of it either. He said it was way too sweet. We were able to find a table and just enjoy the city and the people all around us. Lots of people out here with their kids, dogs, significant others. A lot of restaurants and bars nearby as well. Also, they sell gelato and coffee here but unfortunately we did not have an opportunity to taste either. A very cool spot to come and hang out during a beautiful summer day! read more

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My boyfriend and I shared a large banana caramel with pralines gelato. The flavor was recommended to us by the worker, and we are so glad we listened! If the weather is nice, there is also a lovely fountain to sit at to enjoy your gelato. :) read more

Cute little Café with some delicious gelato. I got the banana caramel with pralines and yes, it's amazing! The customer service is great and it's right in the middle of a little park area. There is a fountain right in front, tables and chairs to hang out and enjoy your delicious gelato. They also serve fruit smoothies, I didn't try that but others had some and they looked pretty good. read more

Whispers Cafe is a quaint walk up window place that offers delightful pastries, coffees & teas, along with yummy gelato. With bright yellow awnings and gelato on full display, the atmosphere is casual and comfortable. Many seating options are spread through the tiny Mariano Park. There are tables and chairs and park benches. Locals can be seen reading the paper with a latte while their dog naps in the sun. Tourists are drawn to the open air concept as well. Whispers Cafe is a small place for a quick casual beverage or snack. Street parking is limited but easily accessed while walking the neighborhood. read more

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The owner Tiger does a great job with Whispers Cafe. Over the years the Park District has tried to move Whispers out in favor of a different vendor. One spectacular fail, and a couple RFPs later, Whispers Cafe still stands. Personally I enjoy sipping on coffee in the Triangle. read more

Cute combo coffee shop and smoothie bar with a lot of outdoor seating. It basically has its own courtyard. You can bring in outdoor food/drinks or just sit, too. There's also a cute water feature, and a lot of shady options with all the trees. Unexpectedly lovely green space in the middle of gold coast! read more

This cafe is a tiny little structure in a park that is surrounded by about six steakhouses. There is a lovely water foundation to sit around and plenty of benches and chairs to enjoy the day/night. Had a $7 berry smoothie, it was okay. Sugary. The stars are more so for the ambiance, friendly service, location and people watching. read more