Good Judys Espresso & Bagel Bar
2740 S Philo Rd, Urbana, IL
Crema's Take
“Good Judys strikes that perfect balance between a quick caffeine pit stop and a lingering third-place vibe, with a cozy, relaxed atmosphere that keeps regulars coming back for both their thoughtfully crafted cold brews and genuinely fresh bagels. The espresso-focused menu holds its own against more pretentious coffee shops, while the friendly staff and mix of indoor-outdoor seating make it feel like a genuine neighborhood gathering spot rather than just another coffee chain. Fair warning: this is quality over quantity pricing-wise, but most visitors find the fresh ingredients and genuine hospitality worth the investment.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, good cold brew. A slow-sit, quick-grab, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.
Google Reviews
The bagels are barely okay, comparable to a decent store bought bagel, unfortunately quite behind most other bagel chains/local spots you can think of. Particularly with the breakfast bagel sandwich, the fillings were so disappointing. Minuscule bacon serving and for the egg,…
I live in NYC and was recently visiting my folks in Urbana, and I can't speak highly enough about Good Judys! I got a simple oat milk latte and it was absolutely delicious, and the staff was so lovely. I love a New York bagel, and honestly, the bagels at Good Judys are as good…
I visited today to pick up breakfast and coffee for my wife and me. Every time I have come to this delightful cafe, I am struck by the cozy atmosphere, the friendly staff and the great food. Even though it was busy when I went in (great to see that BTW) the staff took that…
My partner and I have given this place a try twice, and neither time has been very great.. it's just extremely overpriced for what you get. Our two sandwiches and two coffees cost $35! I got a breakfast sandwich and it was so flavorless. Don't get me wrong, the bagel was good,…
Visited on August 20th. Good variety of bagels. Inside and outside seating. Atmosphere is cozy and relaxed but not huge. Food was excellent. When in Urbana, Illinois visit this bagel bar.
Nice little coffee and bagel shop tucked away on the outskirts of Urbana. Small interior with a decent amount of seating inside and out. Coffee and bagels were really good. I got an iced latte and a garlic sea salt bagel. Plus, they have a wall of unique art and some merch for…
Crema Reviews
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