If I lived a little closer to this place, I'd probably be obese. Not too much of a critic on…read moreservice, the Cashier was pretty chill when I always go. but holy shit these bagels are good. It's a tiny little place, but I don't mind.

They often make mistakes on your order. Once, three days in a row. Otherwise, the food is OK but…read moregets by in the lack of nearby competition.

Great service, tasty food. Matza ball soup and Kreplach soup were served hot. Split a lean corned…read morebeef sandwich and potato pancake. Enough for two. Grabbed a couple of onion bagels to go for dinner tonight. Highly recommend this hidden gem.

The Onion Roll has been a "deli" business for a long time in the Oak Park area so I had to try it…read morewhile I was in town. I came in about 30 minutes before they closed so I had the restaurant almost to myself. I had their patty melt which is something I don't normally order. The patty melt was not overly greasy and passable. Their meat patty was surprisingly thinner than expected. Their fries were flavorless and needed seasoning or some special sauce alternative to ketchup. I thought prices were a bit on the high side for what was served. Overall, I am guessing that their breakfast and deli counter may be more popular than their lunches. My experience at Onion Roll, though, was nothing extraordinary or special but considered a local convenience.

We were greeted warmly by the people working here as soon as we stepped in…read more The menu consists of various coffee drinks, bagel or croissant sandwiches, and also crepes. There were not a lot of non-dairy options on here, so I had to get creative. I ordered the Smoked Salmon sandwich on a bagel. There were only three bagel options: Plain, Everything, and I forgot the last one! Because I had to get it without cream cheese, I got it with lettuce and onion added, which was an extra $0.55. When my order came out, it was a really sad sandwich. There was only a thin slice of smoked salmon and a sparse amount of sun-dried tomatoes. I was hoping for fresh tomatoes, but the menu didn't specify what kind of tomatoes. It would have been nice to also get red onions for a sandwich like this, but instead, I got white onions. My husband enjoyed the crepe he got, but I agree with the other review, it was soaked in Nutella and other various sauces. It was too sweet. There seemed to be enough employees around where they could wipe off the tables as well. We sat by the counter by the window and no one had come around to clean it off, so there were crumbs everywhere.

Service was good, very friendly and checked in on me to make sure I liked my food. The crepe I…read moreasked for was very sweet and I was able to get my crepe craving satisfied. It's very sweet and light.

This was my very first stop after landing in Chicago on my first visit. It was the morning time and…read morethe service was good overall, though it felt like it was missing a little extra warmth or energy. We ordered bagel breakfast sandwiches for the whole family, and they were a delight. Reminded me of the ones I had in New York last summer. My friend also got a plain bagel with cream cheese and really enjoyed it, which says a lot for keeping things simple. The inside was well lit and clean, though the décor was pretty generic. All in all, a solid bagel stop and a comforting way to kick off a Chicago trip.

I ordered the chicken Caesar wrap with jalapeños and avocado on the side. This was super delicious…read morepaired with a small soup on the side. The staff made the experience very welcoming. They were super friendly and very helpful. Overall the food was reasonably priced and I will definitely be coming back again.

I bought a bag of "everything bagels" at Riverside, Illinois' Farmer Market last week. They are…read moredelicious, flavorful and contain a short list of wholesome ingredients....not a long list of sinister ingedients. They are soft, have a nice consistency and are wonderfully seasoned on top also. I intend to go back and buy a different flavor as the owner has a variety. I have had so many bland bagels in the past and these are WONDERFUL! 4 1/2 Stars!! Susan B.

As a former New Yorker who relocated to Chicago over 20 years ago I was disappointed to leave NY…read morestyle bagels behind. I am thrilled to find them now at the Riverside Farmers' Market. These are the real deal and delicious. What I have been searching for for years.

Super cute place. The food was great, the outdoor seating area was nice, and the service was good…read more Ordered the savoury waffles and the lentil soup. The savoury waffles were topped with avocado, cheese, sundried tomatoes and sriracha sauce. The waffles themselves were light and airy while the toppings were fresh. I had never had anything like it before, and will definitely order it again when I'm in the neighbourhood. It is not however substantial enough to be a meal in itself. The lentil soup was incredible. The spices melded together perfectly to create a rich, hearty flavour. It reminded me of dal makhani (Indian cuisine) more than Middle Eastern style lentil soup. Service was quick. The staff were not overly friendly, but were totally unpretentious. The cafe was cozy and the restroom was clean. Overall, I recommend a visit here if you are in the Oak Park area and want to pick up something quick and light.

The food is delicious, reasonably priced, service is amazing, and the space is adorable!read more

Food was very good I had a turkey and cheese croissant. Fresh and brought to me by the owner on a…read moreplate with real silverware. Small things matter. Speaking of the owner, she is sweet and always greets with a smile! Quiet, cozy and comfortable. The wifi is free and fast...

Stopped in for a quick drink to cool off in the heat. Ordered a dragonfruit matcha latte - super…read morecool name right? The server, who I believe was also the owner, was delighted to make this drink. Seeing as the establishment was going to close in 30 minutes, there was no line no wait. She took her time and properly made the drink; even was gracious to be light on the ice. I was in and out in maybe 10 minutes. The drink was super tasty. Not overly sweet but also not bland and surprisingly the flavors blended which I did not expect. I will definitely return to try their food items!

This place is amazing. All of the staff is so kind. Me and my band mates come in every Sunday and…read morethey are a ray of sunshine. The food is unbelievably fresh due to REAL ingredients. I wish there was another location closer to the city!

Stopped in Fairgrounds coffee early on weekday and was happy to see it was open. I was greeted by a…read morecheery, rustic and airy cafe. I was impressed by their unique seasonal offerings and extensive syrup and food menu. I ordered the Peach Cobbler Latte (with a bit less sweetened syrup) and a Sunrise Sandwich without arugula. My baristas were extra friendly and easy to chat with. The latte was really yummy, not super peach forward, and still really sweet, but I still downed it in a couple of minutes. A great summer treat. The sandwich was good, they used a quality bun and I liked the jam. I do wish the bacon was cooked a bit more, but that's most breakfast sandwiches. The prices are also a bit high, but overall it was a nice experience.

This was my favorite kind of find- friendly and knowledgeable. The barista asked our flavor…read moreprofiles and match both of us with coffees we enjoyed. They roast their own beans and take a lot of pride in their product.

Downtown Forest Park...Great service. Minority owned. Friendly inclusive staff. Inviting. Maybe…read morelike 5 tables of seating area but there is a down stairs lounge. Three door entries for accessibility. If this place was crowded it would be tighter. I always order drip coffee and today was no different except I had a wait a couple of minutes for light roast which was fine. The coffee is tasty but not the best that I've ever had. I didn't like that I had to move the medium sized bathroom garbage can to shut the door as they were using it as a stopper. But the bathroom is gender neutral and very clean. Quiet and clearly friendly environment. Street metered parking but not expensive. I worked return here because of the seating and historic window vibe. The one in downtown oak Park is kinda tucked away but the outside tables in nice weather is a vibe.

Deciding on a star rating for this one was tricky. The prices are kind of insane, so I was really…read moreleaning toward a 3. But, I'm a sucker for whimsy, so I decided to be generous. I met a friend here for brunch--I hadn't heard of the place but when we were looking for a halfway point, she discovered this restaurant. I'm glad that I took my preschooler with me because there were so many fun bits. The place is elegant, but playful and full of whimsy. It feels like a place made for a princess. The food was good, but overpriced, so you're paying for that fanciful meal. They only had one item in the kid's section, and it was more expensive than items for adults often are--$19 for a kid's item. Truly wild. Since it was questionable if my daughter would eat the ham or eggs, I opted to get the breakfast board for the table since it had waffles, pancakes, and fruit. She was ecstatic when she saw it, and I was charmed by the presentation--it's October, so they had decorated it in a Halloween theme. They also had a Halloween menu, and the witches brew looked good, but we all stuck to the standard menu for our meal. I ordered the enchiladas suizas and it was very good, but again, overpriced I think. Mocktails are almost always too high (why am I paying alcohol prices for drinks without alcohol?) but I got one for my daughter and I anyway. Again, this restaurant knocks it out of the park with regards to presentation. They had a lot of seating indoors, and there were tons of tables outside as well. I'm not sure if they were totally following the 90-minute rule today because even though it was a beautiful Sunday at the beginning of October, we were seated immediately and there were tables available both in and outdoors the entire time we were there. But anyway, be forewarned that they have a time limit for tables, so you don't want to spend forever making your decision. There's no dedicated parking lot for the restaurant, so you'll be looking at the surrounding streets or the couple lots that are nearby. No reservations accepted.

I absolutely cannot believe that I didn't spend hours constructing this review because Crepas…read moreCulichi wasn't just a culinary delight, it was an experience in and of itself. The lattes were rich and robust, and my husband's hot chocolate was sweet and luscious! I ordered a savory poblano crepe and added shrimp - it was delicious - while my husband ordered a sweet one. The ambiance can be described as nothing other than...REGAL. Just grand, and beautiful - you feel like you're surrounded by luxury. Even the hot sauce is dispensed in these cute glass bottles. And the service matches the regality - everyone is super attentive! Love this and we will be back - not just for the ambiance but also for the food.