Cafes near River Forest

“I love to get a half sandwich with s soup here. Their bread is delicious too. There is plenty of parking at this location. The only reason I marked down the atmosphere is it gets a little chaotic in there during peek hours. Personally I wouldn’t go there to eat and work but again; great selection of food choices.Kid-friendliness: Plenty of food choices for kids. Great menu.“

“Today, we hosted a couples shower at Stay and Play Cafe! It was beyond amazing! The owners, Yesenia and Jose were so easy and delightful to work with, the staff was attentive, recommending and teaching games to our guests of all ages, the food was delicious(cheesy eggs and quesitos were scrumptious), and the atmosphere was just perfect! I can't recommend this cafe enough. I look forward to having other functions here and/or coming with a group of friends. I can't wait to start spreading the word to family and friends. Thank you Jose and Yesenia for making our day so special! Anita G.“

“First timers and now we will be regulars! The hospitality, atmosphere and fare were outstanding! From the knowledgeable staff, the welcoming management and the hostess that went WAY above and beyond to be sure my disabled husband was accommodated from when we booked our reservation to the end of our dining experience - we couldn’t have been more delighted! See you again soon, Lardon!“

“Deserves more than 5 stars! WONDERFUL experience each time I come here. Everything made from scratch. Not just pierogi ---Gelato, soups, empanadas, tamales, pizza pie (takes 50 mins to make from scratch and worth it!!) Premium Belgium chocolates, shakes, Coffee and most recent.....160 (yes one hundred and sixty) different premium teas from around the world!!.....and more to come! They also own the tea room and book store next to the cafe. Owners are THE BEST! Welcoming, personable and humorous. Dinning outside available and pups are welcome! You can tell they have a passion for the business. HIGHLY recommend! ENJOY!“

“Very delicious brunch. Inside is very cute. Good service. Will return and recommend to others“

“Great coffee and savory items are delicious.“

“We stopped in today on a tip and what a delicious treat! Highly recommend!“

“Amazing dine-in pizza spot. Unique pizzas by the slice means everyone can try something different. Their pulled pork pizza is the best slice I've ever eaten, bar none. Cheese curds are delicious too!“

“Very nice restaurant and delicious food For the first time there i am very thankful to our server Dilnaz and specially the girl Sky who explained and recommended what should I try and make sure everything was OK Thank you Thank you“

“This is such a great neighborhood spot. The service is impeccable. The food is delicious and they’re always mixing up new and unique drinks…coffee all the way to cocktails. I love that dogs are allowed out on the patio. It’s become a weekly walk stop on nice mornings for my pup and I!“

“The place is cozy and welcoming, the aroma inside is divine. We went in for a quick to go order of freshly baklava and there were so many varieties.Husband and I will definitely be back to enjoy more than the desserts. A perfect place for a coffee date.“

“The pastries are very delicious! I have a variety of them. They are some of the best I have had in unexpected combinations. The latte I had was floral and balanced. It was a Lavender Latte. If you love coffee and pastries, you do not want to miss out on this experience. Cafe Calida has a selection that is full of flavor that is truly sure to delight. Visit them today to see for yourself. Check their hours of operation.“

“It is undeniable that wormhole coffee is a wicker park staple. They offer excellent coffee and really clever specialty drinks that always hit the spot. I ordered the ghostly trio, which is one of their sweeter drinks. There is a good amount of seating and a decent amount of space to study (but mildly packed most of the times). Would recommend it to anyone visiting Wicker Park!!“

“I have no doubt his place is going to be amazing.“

“This is a cute spot if you're in the neighborhood! i love what the shop itself stands for and represents and i love that they offer coffee punch cards! its like a cute rewards program for customers. its super spacious and they even sell merch!“

“We ordered a cake for a birthday, and it was perfect. It was beautiful and delicious!“

“Everything is delicious. Best coffee, best guava pastries, best sandwiches.“

“Pleasant and affordable place, for a good cause. Everything is homemade.“

“The Lattes and pastelitos were delicious!“

“Nos encantó! Muy limpio y elegante, nos atendieron muy bien. La comida estaba muy rica!“

“Tony’s pulls no punches when it comes to late night or early morning dining. I’ve never seen such a variety of options from a 24hr restaurant which makes it the clear choice as they have little something for everyone. This is where I’d put a photo of one of my meals…but I ate it too fast to get the chance.“

“Heeeeeeeeeey ? Urban Morning ? Cozy Café Is Indeed The Place 2 Be!! This urban cozy café vibe is exactly what it says, cozy and warm and with good vibes coming from everyone there. And The Coffee ☕? is yum ? delicious and tasty. U will come back ? 4 more. Don't just take my word, go and try them 4 yourself.“

“The breakfast sandwhich and baked goods are insane. It’s a little tight inside, but it’s clean, friendly and world class. I’ll be back about once a month.Don’t even get me started about that cookie. ? Drooling just thinking about how great it was. 10/10Kid-friendliness: They were nice to my kids, and that counts.“

“Amazing food. Staff was great and the owner likes Kola Champagne lol so he stocks it. Perfect way to celebrate my kids' graduations. Hopefully I can host a Cars and Coffee there. Best of luck, we will spread the word.“

“I be doing doordash n uber eats, I've been getting orders from there for a while, today I decided to order me some food got me the steak jibarito that comes with arroz con gandules and some sauce on the side n let me sayyy it was delicious, I even got me the chicken empanada n I used the sauce from the jibarito on it n omgggg sooo good. I even got a Pina colada n omg heaven. And the service was awesome everyone so nice and also lots of things to look at while u wait they have a lil boutique. Totally recommend will be coming back“

“Phenomenal breakfast. Brought our two toddlers and they loved the scrambled egg plate and smoothies. Very good omelette sandwich and avocado toast. Highly recommended.Dietary restrictions: Gluten free toastKid-friendliness: Super friendly staff and comfy booths“

“Came here for the marshmallows but fell in love with the hot chocolate. They have hot chocolate flight!! And you can order it iced. I took home the seasonal flavors of lavender and the hazelnut stout. Wow! It was amazing. I can taste the herbal note of lavender. The hz stout was equally nutty and flavorful. The creaminess is astounding even for a cold drink. I had some leftovers in the fridge overnight and it didn't even separate. It was like cream, almost like drinking ice cream but better. It's not too sweet, just a heaven blend of flavors. I read more info and learned they used Kilgis cream. As to the marshmallows, I got a couple of bags with different flavors to try: Earl grey (5/5), cinnamon - not too cinnamon-y which is good but I'm not a fan of cinnamon in general, spicy chocolate (The spice is like a twinkle, 4/5) and salted caramel (5/5 except this was kind of melty), Biscoff (5/5), Ambrosia - feel too much going on. Mocha (uneventful), Mocha (flavor is undefined). And of course opted for vanilla marshmallow for my hot chocolate drinks. I find the marshmallows a tad bit on the sweet side. The barista was super! They had some event going on at the back room when I visited. I'm so proud to have this establishment in the neighborhood. Will come back for sure.“

“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.“

“Food was plain tons of fat on my sandwich. Best part of the meal was the bread.“

“This place carries a huge variety of magazines, including in foreign languages. That said, my favorite area to browse is the wall of books on Chicago; the various neighborhoods, unique bits of history, architecture and on & on. The cafe area excels in its own right with coffee & pastries - even vegan options. Enjoy a great cup of coffee and live music on weekends. Just a wonderful place.“

“Stellar food. Environmentally conscious, Covid-conscious and kind staff. Love all of the delicious GF options! Shout out to their baker! That breakfast sandwich on the GF focaccia gets me every time.Thankful this is in my neighborhood. ?Dietary restrictions: Plenty of GF options: focaccia, donuts, heart soups and salads“

“Electric Mud is super laid back with great music and cool baristas. The pastries are really nice and the coffee is excellent. I would highly recommend this place if you want to study or meet up with friends in a great atmosphere.“

“This is our go-to takeout spot. They have plenty of vegan and gluten free options. The massaman curry and basil fried rice are my personal favorites. You can tell they use fresh ingredients and spices. I've had the chive dumplings, fried tofu, veggie egg roll, cucumber salad. (All marked vegan on the menu which I highly appreciate). The panang curry was waaaay too spicy for me so I'm sticking with massaman. I haven't dined in but whenever I pick up take out, the staff is super friendly and the restaurant has a peaceful atmosphere.“

“So happy I randomly selected this place! I got the breakfast avocado club. So yummy, full of flavor, and fresh ingredients. The other patrons in the restaurant had clean plates, too. The service was great, super quick and friendly. This is a great place to go for a quick bite to eat, catch up with a friend, or a "treat yourself" date!!“

“Cannot remember for the life of me who recommended this place to my dad when i was a teen but we would travel from the southwest side all the way up north just to get the sandwiches here!then i got married & now live very close so of COURSE its so hype i have closer access to it.We would get the sandwich de pollo con lechon and thats what i still get to this day. And their cafe con leche is so fire.The atmosphere is so cute and the service is a 10/10 so friendly!“

“This is a wonderful locally owned coffee shop with great coffee, homemade syrups, delicious food, and yummy sweets (including vegan and gluten free options). The vibe is very lively and the number of regulars that filter in and out all day are a testament to its standing in the neighborhood. There is ample FREE parking. Overall 5 stars!!“

“Amazing place. ‘The best hot dog I’ve ever had’ a 10 year old Skokie resident. The food was amazing, we tried the strawberry lemonade, and the summer roast beef. The staff was beyond friendly, and so kind. Will definitely be back. Can’t wait for the full menu. Would 100% recommend Can’t wait to have lunch again this week“

“Best local spot for gelato or food!! They always have a huge variety of gelato and ice cream flavors. I love coming here, the portions are always big as well. Their food is served hot and tasty! I also really like the small and intimate environment. I always have great service!“

“Best coffee i’ve ever tasted. Well balanced, complex yet smooth...a true delight.“

“If you haven’t been here yet, you need to go!! We shared the danish with mushrooms and burrata cheese, crepes, egg bagel and they were delicious! The atmosphere is calming and beautifully done.“

“Best coffee hot or iced, I’ve also had the iced matcha.. does not disappoint. I have to try their food soon“

“passed this spot many times on our walks north and south in lincoln, finally stopped to check it out.cute and comfy seating options, great music, good coffee and nice options for other food and baked goods. and lovely service.nice to have reading materials and games (and a handy printer, if needed!).“

“What an amazing time! The Breakfast Pie (Louisiana Hand Pie) was absolutely delicious, and their Matcha was the perfect accompaniment. The service was incredibly friendly and welcoming - I felt right at home! The decor, with its New Orleans vibes and charming masks, creates such a cozy and inviting atmosphere. Loved every moment of my visit!“

“Cool joint. This afternoon my brother and sister-in-law stopped in to get some empanadas. They were all amazingly flavorful. This evening we went back for more!! Overall the spot is a welcome addition to our community!! You can get some good coffee here, too.“

“Enjoyed a chocolate covered rose latte on the Valentine’s special menu and it was delicious. Subtle flavors and not too sweet.“

“One of the friendliest spits in Chicago. The food is good - outstanding sausage, and you have to have their home-made salsa - and it's an incredible bargain, especially their breakfast "sidewalk special."“

“One of the best coffee roasters in the western burbs, and definitely my favorite coffee shop to work from. Their signature and seasonal drinks are great, plus this location also serves cocktails. Highly recommend!Parking: Parking is ample, but can be a bit tricky due to the layout of the building.“

“Great coffee shop for to-go only. They also have breakfast tacos, stuffed croissants, and pastries. Right on Western but usually plenty of easy parking out front. All of the staff are so kind and friendly - great place to start your day! And for some reason I’m convinced this coffee tastes better than other Dark Matter locations???Parking: Street parking out front. On a busy street but usually plenty of available spots. Might avoid if you don’t like to parallel park!“

“Whirlwind has become the primary place I get coffee now. In addition to loving the flavor I can’t help loving the business model. So wonderful ❤️❤️❤️“

“Excellent food, fun atmosphere. Great venue for a group outing! The games are so fun! Really a uniques place! Five stars!!“