Cafes near Blue Island

“Nice place to spend time and sometimes win.Snacks and drinks are offered,washrooms are always clean to my knowledge.A host there really caught my attention, by the name of Danni Young, he seems to keep busy most of the time,cleaning washrooms, baking cookies, etc.“

“This is my second time here at chi tiva. I visit the location downtown first and second time at the Worth, IL location. My experience completely different from the first time around. I visit location downtown informing workers my first time how they offered to let us sample slushy flavors nice jester….they did not inform me of dosage and explain how it may possibly affect first timer. With that being said I ordered 50mg coffee taking a few sips and telling my sister she immediately told me to go back to check out and order a 10mg let them know it was my first time. I can say my experience second time around at the Worth location with Lori she greeted us and explained everything we were interested in getting letting us know dosages and tolerance level. I mentioned at the end I really appreciate her customer service and explaining super knowledgeable. I told myself I would probably not come back but this experience definitely worth coming back when in town. Thank you!“

“Took my first sip of my latte and instantly noticed the difference between quality of the beans! Small interior since the majority of space is used for roasting their beans. The prices are affordable. I’ll definitely be heading back to try more of their products.“

“Cafe 53 in Chicago is an absolute gem and deserves every bit of praise it receives. I can't express how much I love this place! The moment you step inside, you're greeted with a cozy and inviting atmosphere. It's the perfect spot for a relaxed meal, catching up with friends, or enjoying some quiet time with a book. Now, let's talk about the food. The menu at Cafe 53 is a delightful mix of flavors and options. I've tried several dishes here, and each one has been a culinary masterpiece. Whether it's their delicious breakfast offerings or their mouthwatering sandwiches and salads for lunch, every bite is a taste sensation. And don't get me started on their coffee - it's the perfect pick-me-up to start your day. What truly sets Cafe 53 apart is their exceptional customer service. The staff is friendly, attentive, and always ready with a warm smile. They make you feel like a valued guest with their prompt service and genuine hospitality. I've been a regular at Cafe 53 for quite some time now, and it never disappoints. If you haven't been here yet, I highly recommend giving it a try. It's a must-visit spot in Chicago for anyone who appreciates delicious food, a welcoming ambiance, and fantastic service. I can't wait for my next visit!“

“Service was good! I appreciate that they have fresh squeezed orange juice but what needs to be changed is the name of their red velvet french toast. It should be red velvet cake roll toasted. I was very disappointed that it was a cake and not bread.“

“It’s very rare that I can find a single menu item that has everything I like and nothing I don’t all in one so thank you king it was awesome I even saved one half for about two hours and it was even better when I finished it I’m pleased to support your business.(I had the red line )“

“Shay was fantastic at explaining things. It was my boyfriend and my first time visiting and she took the time to explain each and every thing and answer all our questions. Went above and beyond with a smile the entire time. Highly recommend?“

“Ms. Gray was a customer of mines at AT&T , WONDERFUL HIGH SPIRITED LADY! Upon doing business with her we talked much about her business, she even came back and brought the entire store a sample . Might I say the donuts and popcorn were AMAZING . Popcorn was flavored perfectly & the donuts literally melted in your mouth ! If you ever had second guesses about stopping don’t guess any more , it’s worth every penny !“

“I had a great experience here - I came to this place twice; last week had a really good breakfast. I like their food, coffee, and service. It gets so crowded from 11::00 to 13:00, and it's really hard to find a table. I like their outdoor seating, where you can set and chat conveniently. You should try their almond croissant and apple danish; taste really good.“

“In terms of service and atmosphere, it is a greatI have essentially tried their entire menu.their breakfasts and espresso drinks are delicious! I think they have a solid menu in that department. I don't like their lunches as much -- but that's just me. Everything else lovvve“

“Street parking. Customer-made and recycled wood furniture, only one bathroom stall. Service always good, coffee and food even better. Absolutely the best oatmeal you'll find in Chicago. Wonderful community gem, could use later hours of operation. I'd recommend covering the wooden tables with glass.“

“This place is amazing. We came here for my daughter’s birthday and one they went all out for her. I highly recommend this place. Michelle was our server and she was super sweet. This place is great. And we visited from Minnesota which made it extra special they all went out of there way. Thank you.“

“I love this restaurant! Very cute spot for brunch or even lunch. The omelette I had was so good, the pancakes are delicious & the drinks are too. I ordered the horchata latte and it came looking so aesthetically pleasing & super yummy too. The food presentation is definitely instagram worthy :) It’s clean, very nicely decorated and the waitress was super sweet too! Def recommend.“

“Super cute coffee/ brunch/ bar. Super clean , and amazing staff. Expresso martinis are ideal ,and my favorite there. Heads up it isn’t chocolate on top it is a coffee bean ? I think their signage is adorable as well. How you bean? Hahaha such a cute sign.“

“The food is delicious. I love the Turkey burger. It's the juiciest turkey burger I've had on the south side. They got it! Service is always great and the vibes are good too. The caramel cake is the best I've ever had, yes I promise it's better than your grandmas! Check them out and support.“

“Phenomenal staff, best steak I've had in ages (they actually know how to do a proper medium; a vanishing feat these days, completely melts in your mouth). Italian Beef sliders were delicious and disappeared in about 30 seconds. Brought the crab cakes, wedge salad and grilled salmon back for my wife and they were all gone in about 10 minutes despite feeding a fussy baby at the same time. The butterscotch espresso martini is a decadent treat you can't skip. My only critiques are that as a whole, the prices are a bit steep, the space is small and probably not great for a large group, and the tomatoes in the Caprese were disappointingly bland. But if you're looking to spoil yourself and/or someone close to you, this is an excellent venue for it.“

“Ordered catering from Darla’s this weekend for my college graduation party. Went in a few weeks prior to try the sandwiches since I had never had them before and the staff was super nice, even gave me free samples of their salads to try along with my sandwich orders. Since the sandwiches were so good, we decided to go with them for our party. Our order was on time and exactly as we’d asked. They also provided us with mustard and mayo packets and “The Goods” on the side in convenient serving packages. The pricing is also extremely competitive. They are much cheaper than popular chain sandwich places’ catering options which shocked me since it is a small local business. We will definitely be considering them again in the future for events, and may even stop in a few times just for lunch. Thanks Darla’s!“

“Pablo's Cafe is a true gem, Dolton should be proud of. The Establishment is Clean, Safe and has a Cool Atmosphere. The staff is friendly, helpful, honest and respectful to the customers. Thank y'all from South Jersey!Viva Pablo'“

“My husband and I had our son’s first birthday party on 2/17 at Little Hoppers. From our first contact in November, Beth was nothing short of warm, supportive, and communicative. She put my anxieties at ease, and even helped obtain some of the items I wanted for the party. I can tell she is passionate about what she does, and loves to help parents make memories. All of my guests loved the space and raved about how nice it was. The littles had a blast and I even enjoyed it as a stress free mama! I’m really appreciative of the Little Hoppers team!“

“Let me start with saying this is my first time there! I have been riding past this place for a while and I've always been intrigued and I found out it is black owned so I had to try it! I ordered the Caribbean Jerk Chicken Wrap and let me tell you how flavor full it is!!! The meat was not over or undercooked, the veggies inside and the sauce all blended together very well! It even has a little kick to it which I love! The pineapple lemonade I ordered was good as well!! The service was great, even though I ordered food Togo they treated me as if I was dinning in, they were nice and courteous! The inside is nice and spacious definitely sets the ambiance for a place you should sit down and eat. I will definitely be back to sit down and eat next time! But if you are in the area make sure you go try it!“

“Me and my wife's 1st time trying this was a little disappointing ..the person behind the counter was not considerate of this being our 1st time. We had questions about the products that are offered and were responded with little no help. The atmosphere was great, and the food was really flavorful. Since this was our first time. We decided to try a different variety of items. We order two chicken wing dinners(including 2 sides), 2 gummies, 2 cookies, 2 beverages, and a bag of chips. You can add hemp to your sauces and beverages. Which is an added bonus. As far as the edibles and the beverages. Since I have a high tolerance, I ordered the highest level that they had to offer. With that being said, occasional cannabis users will most definitely feel the edible gummies, chips, banana pudding, and cookies. They all have great flavor, but I would definitely suggest this for people with low tolerance. Overall, the total was $116. There was a mistake with my order, but the owner came to the rescue and made it right. Even though there were pros and cons, I would most definitely come back again.“

“I did a pick up order from here and the food was pretty tasty! I ordered a smoked skillet and it was really tasty and my cousin had the Gypsy skillet. The service was fairly quick I ordered and picked up with 20 minutes. The inside is really nice, I will definitely be revisiting to sit down and order more food“

“First time here and definitely worth trying. The chicken is soft and well seasoned with the jerk flavors. Mac and cheese is cheesy and good. Cabbage is good..now the red beans and rice tasted like rice a roni..it didn’t have that real flavor of red beans and rice plus I think all I got was like three beans. Then it came with some sauce that was sweet, rubbed me the wrong way. But overall I would recommend for anyone to try for themselves.“

“Nice coffee shop on U Chicago's campus. I love that they have these huge windows so it feels like you are outside all day long. Great place to work, especially in the winter months. They have these comfy leather couches right next to outlets. Perfect.Parking: The coffee shop is inside the campus so you have to park out on 55th or in the garage and then walk over. Being nestled inside the campus also means its pretty chill inside unlike the starbucks just down the street that is always crowded.“

“I love the employees they are super nice & very welcoming! I come here just about every week and they always make my orders exactly how I like them. My two favorites are the Mango freeze with strawberry boba & the Caramel latte with green tea & brown sugar boba!!!“

“Ngl I’m getting tired of dunkin n Starbucks and decided to give it a shot, avocado toast is good! I would recommend to get (just needed little more pepper n salt) the ice mazapán latte with oatmilk good, definitely would order here again. Whoever made my drink n food hope they have a good day fr“

“I enjoyed my experience at Jean’s Soul Food Cafe on Mother’s Day with my mother. She loved her grits and omelet. I loved the fried pork chops, hash browns & over medium eggs. I will be returning. Sheba was great, her energy was amazing.“