Nice Indie style coffee shop on Broadway. They had a a variety of drinks. Came on a rainy day and wanted to try something hot. The barista was super friendly when I inquired about their London Fog. Had it made with skim milk and it was amazing. Definitely will try their other drinks in the future. They also have your typical coffee shop pastries.They have indoor and outdoor seating. Nice lighting as well. Parking can be difficult with some meters available, but there is free street parking on the sides.
Since moving into this neighborhood during quarantine, we found our new coffee place! Chicago Grind is fantastic. We always grab Egg Grinders as well— their breakfast sandwiches are great quality and well-priced. Make sure you tip extra for the baristas! They are doing fantastic work during this time.If you’re looking for beans for coffee brewing at home, we love the Left Handed Monkey Wrench and the Tube Screamer blends.Pick-up is very easy online or over the phone :) friendly customer service as always.
I am always surprised and delighted to taste such savory! A nice place where we love to come every time we are in the city. Most of the clients know each other and they like to have a chat near a great cup of coffee.
Cozy coffeehouse. I liked it. Ordered two sandwiches - Turkey Pesto Panini and Turkey Fiesta Panini. Both were prepared really well and filling - felt like it was made for family. Hot chocolate was good as well. I will try the spicy hot chocolate the next time I’m there. If you are on Broadway - this is a good place for a quick cuppa. Staff is friendly and will accept any special requests you have.
I love this place. They do great breakfast food items and great drinks. Has really great ambience when dining open.I am unable to do lunch pickups there because after a certain time their pickups (at least through their website) will go to the next day.
Great staff, food, and atmosphere. There is a nice selection of breakfast, flatbread, sandwiches, and paninis to choose from. I had the B&B Breakfast Burrito. It was delicious and filling as well as the brownie I ate later. I will definitely return to try some other items on the menu. By the way, this is also a good place to conduct meetings. They also offer free wifi.
The perfect alternative to chains!Turmeric Ginger Latte. Interesting combo of flavors. Loved it!Memphis Smokehouse Flatbread. Light and satisfying with bursts of flavor.The menu includes breakfast, flatbread, cold sandwiches, panini, some pastas, salads and of course- coffee drinks.Great neighborhood place... and service with a smile!!!
I stopped in about an hour before they closed for a cup of coffee and was a little disappointed at the fact that they only had one type of roast available and werent willing to brew me a lighter roast of coffee. I went ahead with the dark roast that had probably been sitting around all day and found it wasnt actually that bad with cream and stevia. The dining area is actually very cozy, modern, and clean. I also liked how they have a number of choices in terms of how you would like to sweeten your coffee. I just wish they would offer different blends throughout the entire day or at least be willing to brew a lighter roast with a pour over or French press. I would recommend it and would stop by again tho.
Great outdoor seating area. Excellent coffee and food. Their egg burrito was tasty and so fresh. Well staffed with personable, friendly staff. Safety guidelines all in place and maintained. My new go to spot. 👍
No doubt that this coffee shop is well-known because its coffee and pastries are the best here. Im so lucky that I was able to try it and it was nice because everything here is really amazing and relaxing. Also, the service is exceptional, and I like to commend these guys for that. Truly amazing! Thanks, guys!
COFFEE, COFFEE is so delicious, first of all!! Its SO smooth and theres no bitter taste that Im sad to see in a lot of other spots for coffee.
The vendors were really nice and helpful. Also instagramable :) There are many places in the city where you can get amazing coffee, but this is the best of the best.
Theres not much to dislike about the neighbor cafe. Great spot to read, get work done, or to just catch-up with friends.Likes:1. prices (large coldbrew for less than $5? cant beat it)2. coffee & pastries3. vibe4. polite, cheerful staff5. obvious COVID protocols (cleaning, strict about mask wear beyond the table, etc) without being overbearingWell things that could improve, but things I cant really hold against them.Not quite dislikes:1. Itd be great if they expanded their hours slightly, to maybe 4PM or so.2. Fill out the empty bookshelves w/ books or plants? Its interior isnt as trendy as some other cafes, but it could get pretty damn close without too much work or $ spent.
Not only are their coffee, teas, and food amazing - but they also have different independent artists who come and display their work! I fell in in love with this cute café and its staff the first time I popped in.
Great tea, kind employees, good social distancing policy.
Super friendly service, delicious lavender latte! Also, their muffins are amazing!
❤️ this spot. Right around the corner. It changed hands last year,l now COVID,L lbut they are doing well. Awesome coffee oatmeal to die for/?
I love Chicago Grind! Though at times, I do feel like a bull in a china shop. The tables/seating is a bit tight but if you can grab a couch, its super cozy. Staff is friendly which is something that I look for in a neighborhood coffee spot.
I like this place, think the new ownership is fine. The pastries are actually better. But, and I may be alone in this, I like to drink coffee out of glass mugs or cups when Im staying in the coffee shop. Thats why I dontever sit in Starbucks. Most of the coffee shops I go to do serve in glass, as they did at this one before.
So my advice to you is to never go on a Saturday evening around 8:00pm. As soon as you order your coffee some sort of bell goes off in the baristas heads and they raise the Hip Hop music, start loudly putting chairs on tables, shaking out floor mats right near you and not so subtlety letting you know that its time to go. Which certainly would not be a problem if you had asked one of the aforementioned baristas what time they closed and they had answered 8:00pm. In this particular case however, the answer was 9:00pm. FYI, I gave it one star because the cup of coffee was good. However, I never got to finish the refill that I paid for because I hit the bricks at 8:15pm. And its even cooler now that I think about it because my next cup of coffee is supposed to be free. Fat chance.
Really good espresso! The beans were perfectly roasted and the coffee was not acidic or bitter. I was interested in purchasing some coffee beans to take home but unfortunately they don’t sell beans anymore.We also had some cheese cake which was not overly sweet and good enough to satisfy my sweet tooth :)
The double shot espresso was good and the service was fast. They let us stay for a bit after they closed and the atmosphere was very chic. Overall, a good experience, but nothing exceptional.
1st visit, dont know why they dont serve in regular cups if staying in the restaurant understand take out. Thats all they need to ask- for here or take out? Ladies were nice. Probably go back again when close by.
Limited breakfast menu. Nice outdoor seating.
Since moving to Chicago, this has been my go-to coffee shop. Loved the vibe. Prices were reasonable. Food, staff, and Jim were all great. Since the change in ownership, the place is a shell of what it used to be. Atmosphere is night and day. Prices are higher. Food quality isnt as good. Some of the meals/drinks I used to order are no longer available. Yet, theyre still on the menu. Its been pretty sad to witness such a dramatic change.
Very nice place to relax and read while you have coffee. The free library is unique to them and you can feel free to read books take books and bring books.
Typical Cafe environment with great food. The breakfast burritos and mocha are the best
Cant wait for them to reopen! Great place to grab a coffee and/or a bite to eat. Food is above par, featuring some of the best bagels in the city imho! Connect to their free Wi-Fi to get some work done or just surf the interwebs. Staff is super friendly and always make you feel welcome.
Chicago Grind is amazing and offers a great spot for studying or hanging out with friends. The coffee is consistently delicious and the pastries are good as well. Good vibe all around. I definitely recommend.
Definitely one of the better chips of coffee Ive had. I recommend here over Starbucks all day. Support local and enjoy a good Joe!
I loved this place with the old staff and owner, but things have really gone downhill since the ownership changed. I went in today to get my usual breakfast order, and when I walked in, no one was at the register. I waited about 5 minutes before someone came out to take my order. I asked for my chocolate croissant to be heated up, and the chocolate was still cold when I bit into it. My iced mocha was more just like an iced latte, as the chocolate wasn’t mixed in. Really disappointed.
Love this place! Wonderful staff, fun music, and a select menu consisting of yummy food and wonderful drinks.
Stumbled into this place when we were looking for breakfast. Awesome and friendly service and a great egg and cheese bagel. Will come again when we are in Chicago!
Decent coffee and good selection of breakfast items and pastries. Nice outside patio area where you may sit with your dog. Opens fairly late (6 am on weekdays, 7 on weekends) which cramps my style on really earning mornings.
I have lived almost across the street from here for years and finally came to check out this place and Im sorry I havent come in sooner. Had the smores mocha and a breakfast burrito and they were both delicious! The staff that were working were also very friendly!
A small and cozy coffee shop, with great service and coffee & pastries. At peak times it might be difficult to find a table to sit down though and youre not having much space between tables.
Good food, good atmosphere. My only complaint is that the tables are in an awkward configuration, so if youre sitting working on something its likely people will constantly be brushing past your table.
A lot of people were reading their books or working on their computers. We had grill cheese toast and a bagel with coffee and tea. Thy were all very good. Amazingly we paid less than ten dollars. They also have plenty of public parking spots at their store front (Sundays for free).
Some of the best healthy foods within this area, and the points system is really good, so you often get some free stuff!
Stopped in just before closing after a long day. The kitchen was already closed but they kindly offered me a quinoa salad. Easy and quick to make. On my walk home I was thinking “a quinoa salad? I hope it’s good. It sounds too healthy.” To my delight, it was delicious!!! Thanks for your kindness, delicious and healthy food and a bright spot in an otherwise mundane Wednesday Chicago Grind!
I got a vegan sandwich here with some herbal tea! The sandwich was great but I didnt have time to finish the tea before I had to go
One of my favorite places for coffee and tea, plus the food is great. The staff is always cordial and helpful. This place is ideal to arrange a meeting or spend some time on the laptop.
This place is very inconsistent. I noticed other reviewers mentioning new management and maybe thats whats going on. In the course of a month Ive had a perfect frozen grinder, a frozen grinder where the ice wasnt blended at all, and a frozen grinder with no ice in it at all (did they forget the ice?) I dont think I can go back to this place after that many mistakes.Also the person who helped me seemed impatient. Not rude exactly, but dismissive enough to make me want to leave before even placing my order.
I come here all the time- love this place. Great staff and quality coffee and food. I love their breakfast burrito. Its simple and delicious - egg, chihuahua cheese, jalepenos, and diced tomato. Magnificent!
Awesome food and coffee. Great service too! Loved my Caesars salad!
Bohemian and unpretentious. Try the gluten free carrot cake. Its off the chain.
One of the best coffee shops in Chicago; its a great place to hang out. Also, Alex is the best barista ever.
Ok It Was Early In The Morning, Approx 8am & I Had Java On My Mind While On Berwyn Off Of Broadway. Chicago Grind Was Right There, Open With A Assortment Of Different Coffees & Teas Along With Pastries. Nice Prices & Cozy Tables & Chairs If You Had Time To Stay Awhile.
Great coffee. I had the almond Joy latte and it was very tasty and chocalety. I also had their turkey pesto panini which was huge and tasted really good. The side salad was nice too! Will come back.
Nice casual place with good food and great coffee,vegan friendly. Good for hanging solo or with friends.
Its a quiet local coffee shop and they have live music performances. A place to sit either to read a book or chat with a friend.
The breakfast menu has many options that included the burrito that was delicious. I also had a great cup of coffee with hazelnut flavoring. There was a lot of people so the seating was limited, but the service was exceptional. The view was just of Broadway, but they have free Wifi for patrons.
Good quality and fair prices with a very friendly staff. Great for lunch and desserts
The place is small but cozy.. Good for a relaxing time especially in the morning ... Cappuccino was v good... But not impreases with the baker ... Thought from the review that there will b something special .. But generally Worth visiting again.
The lavender miel latte is fantastic. The servers are always nice. Plenty of seating, good for two person meetings but not more.The space design and ambience could be improved with some color, signage on the pastries, and a better sound system. Overall a solid neighborhood coffee shop.
Get the ginger tumeric latte with no sweetener if youre looking for no caffeine. So good! Great atmosphere, very clean inside and fast service!
Great local shop, excellent coffee, friendly staff, and a super cozy atmosphere with outside seating too. Highly recommend!
Nice staff. Great coffee. Bring friends. Be sure to tip. They have earned it.
I have three compliments for this place: great wraps (I had the very, very tasty vegan wrap), excellent coffee (you guys whip up a mocha latte dream boat), and cool vibes (couches, tables, bookshelves for the perusing... all available). And they are a locally owned business, too, unlike Starbucks. This place will definitely be my new go-to coffee joint.
Nice coffee shop with a simple menu. Good for a quick stop.
This place is conveniently located off the red line so I stop in before work. Id much rather come here then Starbucks. The staff in friendly, they have a pretty good selection of breakfast and small snack items. They have a lavender miel with honey thats delicious.
My wife and I have been coming here for 3 years already. It’s our weekend place to go grab a coffee and lunch. I love their chipotle chicken flat bread and my wife loves their Mediterranean flatbread. It’s located in a nice cozy corner, and we enjoy sharing conversations with their staff.
This is a great spot in Edgewater. There is a patio outside which is so nice when the weather is right! Yummy sandwiches that are gluten-free.
Great spot to chill.. music not too loud, Brite and cheerful barista. Bye bye Starbucks !
Great service, pricing, and always a great special each day. The flatbreads are HUGE and well made. Internet service is a bit slow, but its a Cafe so anything is better than nothing.
Awesome place for coffee and great food. Really nice people
Always a stellar experience at Grind. Excellent food, fantastic service and not too crowded. I often see celebs here too... or perhaps people I choose to believe are the actual celebrities, lol.
Great little cafe for studying or a quick bite. Excellent service. Espresso was just okay, tasting a little stale.
I love Chicago Grind! I like to sit in the outside patio with my dog. The staff is friendly and food is delicious.
The food here is great and its a really great spot to do some writing/work. The wait staff is nice and there is a good selection of different kinds of seating. They even have a free lending library as part of the Edgewater reads program.
Always great service and always a great delicious power lunch.
Excellent local find! Reasonably priced, great quality food, free WiFi and comfortable areas to sit and enjoy. Friendly staff too!
The veggie pesto flatbread with feta cheese was HEAVEN! Good food and great atmosphere. Finally, a good cafe spot thats not Starbucks!
Nice, cozy spot. Sometimes hard to get a seat. Decent coffee and okay food. Nice staff.
Great coffee & treats! They have a variety of smoothies. Good WIFI. Nice neighborhood. Usually not too crowded or loud. Good place to sit & get some work done.
Decent food and coffee, nice staff.
I have only eaten breakfast here, but the prices are good and the food is delicious. The service is wonderful and wifi is free! What else do you need from a coffee shop?
Needed a place to grab lunch and work on my laptop for a while, this place fit the bill. Has free WiFi, sandwich was good, staff was nice, they even let me swap out my coleslaw for more pickle Spears.... Awesome because I hate coleslaw!This place is classy, nice jazz music playing, sophisticated tile backslash behind the counter, wood floors and do leather covered chairs.
One of the most friendly place Ive been to in a long time. Amazing coffee and the breakfast burrito was too sure for.
Great local spot! Friendly staff; good foods; great tea brand
Great local coffee shop and cafe. Food is always fresh. Ive tried several salads and sandwiches, plus flatbreads, and everything has been very good.
My second favorite cafe in all of Chicago. This place is great. Great atmosphere, great coffee, interesting specialty drinks, good food, couches, tables, and outdoor seating. Be sure to try to smores or nutella latte!
I used to love this place when the other owners owned. It felt like they actually cared. The new owner has these freaking number signs because the staff cant remember anything, they dont give you mugs anymore for coffee just cups. They are terrible. Not a coffee shop. One stop shop. Booooo!Not only when I asked for a cup...the heavy set cashier told me that they dont use mugs when I know they do. I said ok. Sat down and 20 mins later I see her give other customers mugs. Why would she lie. Or as a customer why not just give me a mug? I think its because Im not white? I dont know. Hate to play race card. If its not that then this place is definitely close minded. Man I wish the old Chicago Grind was back.Id give this place one star but I still like the view. But Im not going back.
Love it. I come in from California and need to work remotely. This is my favorite coffee shop on this side of town to open the laptop and get to it. Its clean, pleasant, great staff, excellent beverages and food, diverse customers... cant ask for more. Indoor/outdoor seating, great place to work and enjoy the drinks with a bit of people watching. Get a frequent visitor card if you come here often. Oh yeah, Im here now. LOL
Very friendly and helpful staff with nice selection and chill atmosphere.
Pleasant atmosphere, coffee was perfect, great tasting food and friendly service. Will definitely be coming back!
Great little neighbor coffee shop, coffee was awesome!
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