Crema's Take
“Cafe De Oro pulls off what's surprisingly rare: genuinely excellent hot espresso drinks that don't need gimmicks or fancy syrups to shine, anchored by their commitment to quality La Colombe beans. The space hits that sweet spot between a serious coffee destination and a genuinely welcoming neighborhood hangout, with comfortable couches and enough seating that you can actually linger on a weekday without feeling rushed. Skip the cold brew and stick to their hot coffee if you want to understand why regulars keep coming back.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Very good espresso, La Colombe beans, nice people, pastries available, not crowded (weekday at noon), lots of seating and comfortable couches
The cold brew with syrup was not my favorite, but the hot coffee was very, very good. I recommend just a basic hot coffee, cream, and sugar to your liking. Would return for the hot coffee kind of a strange location around a forest preserve but close to me so not bad.
Love this place! After the HP Shooting, my family had no where to go and we drove until we found somewhere that was open. This was the place! The owner happened to be there and let us hide out until we had access to go back home. Beyond their care for community, I would argue…
Was in the area and got hungry. Came across this wonderful gem! Upon entering the atmosphere is very comfy and cozy. I was also offered a sample of ice cream upon entering that was more than a spoonful. They have a wide selection of drinks and a smaller selection of food. The…
I ordered a small dark roast house brew, while my mom ordered a decaf Americano (she ordered a second one when we were leaving because she liked it!). I didn't find my coffee any special--I was expecting some rare coffee hints haha; hence, my 3 star rating. We did wait for…
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