Took me forever to find a place in the area that serves fresh sandwiches and that is quiet and cozy enough to do work on a Sunday afternoon.
Annie M.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Humboldt Park, Chicago, IL
The owners of this place are wonderful! I’ve stopped in a few times while waiting for brunch or to get some work done, and they’re always excited to introduce themselves and meet people in the neighborhood. The hours are pretty good for a coffee shop, and they don’t mind staying open a little later to let you enjoy your drink– which is great because the drinks are massive! I’m looking forward to trying their food next time I go!
Jake C.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
This place is nice, friendly staff, nice croissants, good location and comfortable layout
Rachel B.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
Glad I realized this place is under new management! I was pretty underwhelmed when I first came here a long time ago. But, I came back today and the house coffee tasted good and the food they had was delish. Also has a nice ambiance and the staff are friendly. Glad to find a great neighborhood café here — I’ve never been a fan of the Dark Matter cafes with their expensive, bitter coffee.
Amanda M.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Chicago, IL
The owners are new, but still a great place to go. I went there when it was the former owner too. I love the relaxed atmosphere, especially sitting in the window floor seats. :) The new owners are nice and on top of their stuff. The sandwiches are pretty good too! I like that it’s more than just a muffin I can eat with my caffeine. :) Great place to work on school!
Ice P.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Chicago, IL
Nice neighborhood eatery. New owners and still nice place to chill and have a turkey panini. Add the syrup flavor to your lemonade for a new palette jolt.
Antonio P.
Évaluation du lieu : 3 Chicago, IL
I wanted to give the place 2 stars, but I’m not going to do that. The owner is nice. I don’t usually write reviews, but I went here once to meet a friend. While the place has a warm feel to it, and cool décor, the coffee was not good, which is the only reason I visited. I asked for a dark roast, but there was only one option for brewed coffee. I bought the unlimited cup, because I wanted to hangout for a bit, but didn’t even want another cup. I read on another site just now, that they make Turkish coffee. I would try this place again.
Pat R.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Rio Verde, AZ
Nice local coffee shop. Looking for a small local coffee shop while in area for a hockey tournament at Johnnys Icehouse. Enjoy locally owned businesses. Didn’t order food but coffee service great.
Sarah M.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
I have been coming here for the last couple years. Perfect place to work on my masters degree as the music is not blaring. It’s a neighborhood-y vibe. New ownership is awesome. Great coffee and an extensive sandwich list. So glad to have it in the neighborhood.
Zach A.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
Good food, tasty treats, wonderful coffee and a great owner who is super friendly, has a great sense of humor and open minded. My kind of place
Christian G.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
thank you very much everyone for your comments and for the warm welcome, thank you for the good comments and bad too, they learn to give the best service you deserve. Café & deli ballou.
Shradha A.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Chicago, IL
We were parked here for hours working last weekend and we really enjoyed the ambiance, the seating, and the drinks! The bathrooms are clean, the croissant was really good, and the chai was my favorite. Friendly service, easy parking all add up to making me a fan!
Cecilia R.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Orlando, FL
Good food, decent coffee. Very friendly owner and patrons. An inviting European, artsy atmosphere. I sat on a platform surrounded by pillows and a low table top in the storefront window. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays which is a bit disappointing.
Mackenzie S.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Columbia, MO
Was looking for a nice place to sit by myself, get some food and read. Café Ballou was a godsend. I had a delicious panini and was really comfortable reading. Great place!
Irina G.
Évaluation du lieu : 4 Chicago, IL
Yummy coffee, cozy pillows, tons of light, friendly owner, yummy bagel breakfast sandwiches, and peaceful classical music set the stage for a perfect work space. Artwork, eclectic tables, and free wifi all add to the benefits.
Nikki K.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
This place is really cool. I love the ambience — comfy couches and chairs, great art on the walls, classical music in the background. Try The Real McCoy bagel sandwich and a dirty chai. Definitely one of my favorite coffee shops in the city.
Chris P.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Forest Park, IL
Great place and the owner is very nice. They even have a spot near the door with cushions and pillows for maximum chilling. Oh and the coffee is delicious.
Patrick T.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Des Moines, IA
This place is amazing! First off they have a Unilocal check in offer for 1 free coffee with purchase of = value! It has beautiful art, the coffee is amazing, they have great looking pastries and the owner even got on the horn with the internet providing while we were there so I could get back to work when the internet went down, How cool is that! We spoke with him about the great art in the room and he doesn’t event take a cut of it, or never takes a cut when musicians play here! How amazing is that! He also plays beautiful classical music when is really calming and easy to work too! The coffee is fantastic, the best I have had in Chicago. actually! Top notch, cool owner, Unilocal Check in offer… 5 stars!
Joshua O.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
True café. Casual, homey feeling café complete with mix and match furniture, light classical music and just the most comfortable atmosphere ever.
Anna G.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Chicago, IL
This is my first 5 star review because the proprietor makes me feel so comfortable. I have never asked for his name; but I have been to this café three times, and he is always there, serving with a smile. They make a decent lox and key; and their cream cheese is tastier than most delicatessens. I could go on; but you’ll have to stop in to see for yourself what this place is like.
Nikki K.
Chicago, IL
It’s convenient… The quality of their deli meat is not great. Reminds me of Fud or Butterball. Very nice staff and good service.