Leonidas Chocolate & French Cafe

Leonidas Chocolate & French Cafe

★★★★4.3(340 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This French café makes a genuinely excellent Parisian hot chocolate that keeps regulars coming back weekly, and the quiches and crepes are consistently praised as standouts. The space feels authentically Parisian with good outdoor seating and free parking, though it's quite small (around 20 seats) so you'll want to go off-peak if you're not grabbing a quick bite. It's a solid neighborhood spot with reliable pastries and coffee rather than a destination café—expect pleasant, warm service and a cozy vibe without the polish of a high-end roaster.

What to expect

Specialty coffee. A slow-sit, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.

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Darya Maltseva
★★★★a month ago

This cafe has a great location- in the heart of downtown of Northbrook. The parking lot is huge and there are plenty of free street parking. The interior is beautiful with outdoor seating available. This place is family friendly- I have seen 4-5 families with very young…

Zohra Damani
★★★★★5 months ago

Such a warm and welcoming cafe. Absolutely recommend their Parisian hot chocolate and Quiche. I got the vegetarian one and paired it with the Parisian HC (Dark chocolate). It was amazing on a cold and windy Chicago day :). The staff is adorable and soo sweet. Eva is amazing.…

Marta Sorensen
★★★★7 months ago

This is one of my to go to places for a quick lunch or coffee with a friend. I'm probably there at least once a week. I like the ambiance and their menu. I usually get their Brie & Prosciutto Croissant which is delicious! Lately I've discovered another favorite.. Strawberry…

Christy DeMars
★★★★★11 months ago

Best quiche ever!!! Indoor or outdoor dining options. Music playing in background, helps with feeling like conversations are more private having background noise. Delicious coffee in a ceramic mug. Vegetarian options, fresh pastries, fresh hot crepes made right at the counter to…

CedarwoodPhotos
★★★★★a year ago

Great little place for come coffee or crepes or pastries! Small area, seating for 20 people in groups of 2. We had apple/brie crepe, turkey and cranberry crepe. All delicious

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