Suggestions for Café near Edgewater, Chicago

John K. • May 10, 2015Fantastic coffee place but very limited seating with people on their computers or just hanging out. Waves of people come and go and consistently busy on the weekends. Get the vanilla latte!

Margaret • April 21, 2015Coffee toffee pie. You won't regret it. :-)

Chris S. • August 19, 2016If you can grab a carrel desk in the back, you'll be rewarded with the best cafe work spot in the neighborhood. The smoothies are pretty good brain fuel too.

James D. • August 6, 2012A hidden gem in the city. A place for cheap eats right on the lake with a gorgeous view. There is a park and playground adjacent, perfect for families with young children.

Chase W. • September 13, 2013This place is awesome. Great food! Grab some local produce to go!

William P. • September 13, 2010Best coffee in Chicago hands down! I've been coming ever since they first opened! Who'd a thought...Edgewater would have the best cafe in Chicago!

D B. • September 24, 2018COLECTIVO has my favorite bag of beans hands down: the black & tan makes a great cup of coffee at home.

Chicago Tribune • January 23, 2015Try the daring El Chupacabra cocktail. The $10 drink is a thoughtful mix of Don Amado Rustico mezcal, Cana Brava rum, Velvet Falernum liqueur, lime juice, pineapple shrub, finished with bitters.

CJ U. • November 28, 2011The fireplace is available year round, as necessary, during cold weather. So cozy on up at this café. Seats near the fireplace will usually be available before 5:00 p.m.

jerome k. • September 24, 2014Pork scallopini on a bed of heirloom rye and herbs; enough to share and out of this world.

Gil S. • July 10, 2021The staff is very friendly.

Lynn C. • July 5, 2018Friendly service, great strawberry/rhubarb brioche and addictive Lavender Latte!

Jacki C. • August 2, 2019Fantastic cafe and social enterprise! Coffee is fantastic and food is excellent!

Rachel H. • October 16, 2013Great good, better prices, and local! Can't get much better!

Matt • October 13, 2022The tortilla española. It’s the most delicious thing I’ve eaten all year. Just try the pintxo size, you won’t regret it

Rich E. • June 8, 2021Great new to the area place to grab some great grub!!! Great service too!!! Very friendly atmosphere will be back on a regular basis!!!

ISC C. • May 27, 2012Inexpensive, odd mix of SE Asian and pizza and smoothies. Pho broth was tasty but brisket tendon was very tough. Needs to make extra napkins available. Very friendly and helpful owner.

Joseph B. • May 14, 2018Great bar. Everyone knows everyone, but the place is large, so there's lots of room for new regulars and visitors. Large and unique beer list.

Bobby H. • December 3, 2012I was disappointed with my breakfast pannini and cafe mocha (hot coffee with Hersheys added to it). But the staff is SUPER friendly and the space is cute. Will come back & try again.

John S. • May 19, 2023Great bagels and coffee. Very liberal with the cream cheese!

Gardenia C. H. • September 12, 2017Almond Croissants Baked Oven Fresh, Crispy, Buttery, Crunchy, Sweet Almond! Unforgettable!