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Sawada Coffee
Coffee Shop$$$$
West Town, Chicago
This coffee shop is famous for their lattes. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"One of my favorite places to have Matcha latte, and Military latte!"(20 Tips)
"... is a unique combo of matcha green tea, espresso and a little cocoa. It isn't..."(3 Tips)
"latte art expert Hiroshi Sawada."(3 Tips)
"Black Camo is excellent."(2 Tips)
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Scott KleinbergDecember 19, 2015Try the military latte, which is a unique combo of matcha green tea, espresso and a little cocoa. It isn't sweet, but it's creamy and flavorful. As you can see, the owner truly is a latte art master.
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Staff PicksMay 18, 2016Looking for a cool place to hang out with friends this weekend or just need to a spot to get away? Sawada coffee shop is trending this week and their Military latte alone is worth the trip. Read more
Adrian PhillipsOctober 5, 2017Plenty of inventive drinks on both the matcha and espresso side. Space has plenty of seating and a pinball machine. Tokyo style will sweeten up your beverage with a brown sugar molasses thing.
Try the Matcha Green Tea or the Military Latte and grab a donut while you're at it.
AdleyFebruary 26, 2018Yay what a cool open space! At the entrance there is a coffee spot and if u walk down there is a big soace to sit with a kitchen bar! Nice matcha latte and flatwhite!
Noah WeissAugust 31, 2019Absolutely fantastic coffee, espresso, and chai lattes with great vibes and tons of seating.
Aaron CruzJune 19, 2016New addition to the West Loop in a coffee/bar venue within Green Street Smoked Meats budiling. Get the Military Latte, fast becoming one of the most photographed and delicious coffee drinks in town.- Scott KleinbergDecember 20, 2015The espresso is delicious, but the space is small. And the line forms right up against the few chairs that there are. A to-go order might make more sense depending on the size of the crowd.
- Lisa Marie Phoenix JacksonOctober 15, 2023Their Chai Tea Latte with Lions Mane and fresh baked cookies are everything! Come during off peak hours to avoid the line though.
Get a Military or Black Camo latte, use the buzz to get som work done and then move over into Green Street Meats for lunch 👌🏽
Solid stuff. Stop by for a caffeine fix after the bounty from Green Street Meats attempts to put you in a coma.
Paul TziridesDecember 17, 2016Boozy steamers are certainly a plus, but the coffee is always center stage. Donuts are fun and make visits a treat (puns!).Upvoted Feb 4
TanOctober 2, 2018One of my favorite places to have Matcha latte, and Military latte! And the Matcha brownie, omg! Love it! Great staff too!!
Vicky AneApril 26, 2016Had the military latte iced with a chocolate donut. Usually for me it's the coffee that's great or the donut. But both of these were amazing! No complaints about either one.
Chicago TribuneMay 5, 2016This trendy coffee shop is a collaboration between coffee expert Brendan Sodikoff and coffee artist Hiroshi Sawada. We recommend their Military Latte or Matcha Green Tea. Read more
Nauman NoorDecember 20, 2015Lattes are the thing at Sawada, though go for the classic versus the fancier renditions. Service is excellent and with a smile, though best to go when not in a rush.
Ashley RoseApril 28, 2018Matcha - Espresso or Drip- this place has it all and plenty of room to stretch out.
Cole TAugust 26, 2017The military latte was something out of this world. Gave me enough caffeine to run a marathon twice over but a damn fine drink. Totally hipster quarters with a retro pinball machine when you walk in.
ChristinaJune 14, 2016Hip coffee stop! The military latte is not for everyone so make sure you decide you like matcha before ordering it!
John KhuuSeptember 27, 2016Get the "Military Latte". Sit on the bleachers. People watch at Green Street Smoked Meats. Enjoy the drink.
GenieJuly 29, 2016You must try the military coffee, especially if you're a fan of matcha and coffee like me :)
Hudson SutlerJuly 20, 2017Did you know there are world renowned baristas? Apparently one of them owns this place and his name is Hiroshi Sawada. This dude makes killer caffeine concoctions for you to enjoy. Read more
John ShrimpMarch 17, 2018The first U.S. coffee shop of world renowned barista and latte art expert Hiroshi Sawada.
Love their iced lattes so much, that I often have to get another because I've drank the first one while waiting for my husband's pour over.
Subhro MJune 30, 2017Military latte is a very nice take on matcha green tree. Donuts are slightly greasy. closes super early
Mark TorromeoJune 11, 2016Great cappuccino. Music is kinda loud for a coffee shop, but it's good music, so it's fine. More of a cool bar vibe.
Alexander DunnDecember 17, 2018Second visit here was just as good as the first, definitely must try the any of their lattes
Hip coffee bar with their specialty Military Latte with matcha and cocoa
J LJune 12, 2016Unpretentious service and great coffee. How often do you hear that in the same sentence?
Janine HärdterDecember 16, 2018yes; their military latte is great. the space is a little too crowded with food hipsters and co-workers though.
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- Mon–Fri
- 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
- Sat–Sun
- 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
(312) 754-0431
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