Suggestions for Café near Grand Boulevard, Chicago

Lisa F. • August 13, 2015Live bands, strong pours, good food, people and atmosphere. I don't want to spend summer anywhere else.

John F. • March 5, 2012Try creme brulee its amazing!!

Rachel S. • May 25, 2015Such a cute little French café! I had the Mushroom & Kale Pie with a 12oz. Mocha. Everything was delicious!!! I ate here before walking to the Oriental Museum on the university campus.

JD M. • September 9, 2017Wonderful cafe. The staff are super friendly and the food is quick and good.

Serious Eats • September 9, 2013From exceptional tres leche cake to some of the best tamales around, this cafe can do no wrong.

Alison • August 25, 2010Delicious coffee drinks (I loved the iced soy chai) and a great spot for some reading/quiet time

Anita M. • August 15, 2013Always call for a reservation because it's always busy.

Angie M. • July 27, 2015Salmon croquets and braised collard greens were wonderful. I plan to try the gumbo next go around.

Honey L. • October 28, 2019I tried this spot on a whim. I was hesitant about it because of the location. I was pleasantly surprised. The yellow line smoothie is delicious and not too sweet.

Mauricio G. • April 21, 2012Loved the African Cafe!

Samuel P. • September 3, 2013Delicious spice latte and cool wifi

Mike P. • April 2, 2013Cash only! There are some vending machines that use car readers, but they don't always work.

David W. • August 31, 2016Love this place, great eggs and pancakes.

Aimee I. • July 7, 2013Try the lemon seed grass gluten free wrap! It looks weird but taste great!

Pamela H. • July 16, 2015Carmel Cupcakes are absolutely mouth watering! They are moist and great tasting, like having a "personal"carmel cake of your own! It is great to have this gem in Bronzeville! !!

LadyAnn G. • February 11, 2018Their Chicago Black Restaurant Festival inspired Gladys special is awesome. Salmon patty, rice w/chicken gravy & scrambled eggs. Add cheese grits, biscuit with peach preserve cuz that’s me fav there.

Austin W. • August 7, 2012The pizza is surprisingly good for a museum cafe

Richard C. • October 17, 2011The apple pancakes here are boss. Possibly the best apple breakfast dish I have ever had. Also try the steak skillet (you get more if you get it to go).

Mia Q. • February 16, 2010take a quick walk to the Business School. cafeteria style food offers tons of choices. i recommend the 'global cuisine' area. the taco salads are tasty.