Crema's Take
“Tucked away in the heart of Chicago, Depot 226 feels like a welcoming refuge where the cozy, small-town charm perfectly complements a lively atmosphere that draws both hotel guests and locals alike. Beyond their thoughtfully executed traditional coffee drinks, this spot shines as a full-service kitchen where you can linger over breakfast, lunch, or a late-night meal—think excellent charcuterie boards, fresh flatbreads, and sliders alongside genuinely friendly service. It's the kind of place where you instantly feel at home, whether you're settling in for a long sit or catching up with someone over exceptional food and coffee.”
What to expect
Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and light food on the menu. Open late.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →From the moment we walked in, we could feel that this place was something special. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between cozy and lively — it has that small-town charm where everyone feels welcome, yet the quality of food and service feels straight out of a…
I was staying at the Hilton Garden Inn which is attached to the Hilton Canopy, around 10pm or so I visited the Depot. Mainly a hotel bar (at this time of night) and full of guests catching a night cap & networking. Paul, my bartender and server was amazing, he served me the…
My visit to 226 Depot had some mixed moments. The brownie cake was a bit heavy and too sweet, maybe overdone, and that extra chocolate sauce seemed unnecessary. However, I'm curious to give their flan a shot; it looked fresh. On the bright side, the service was outstanding, and…
Kinda hidden gem in the heart of Chicago. Exceptional food and interior, great staff and ambiance 🥰 Chicken sliders, hummus, salmon and shrimp. The have a great charcuterie board 😻 flat bread 🤩full bar ❤️
Me and my girlfriend had a late night dinner here and was very pleased with the food and service. Our waiter was very friendly and professional. We both got a burger with tater tots and some chicken wings as an app. The tator tots are a MUST try.
Crema Reviews
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