Crema's Take
“Blue Box Cafe is a genuine local favorite where Doctor Who fandom meets serious comfort food, drawing regulars back for their build-your-own sandwiches and reliably excellent soups alongside specialty drinks like the London Fog that actually justify the hype. The staff genuinely seems to care about making you feel welcome, and the warm atmosphere makes it equally suited for a quiet solo coffee session or lingering over breakfast with friends. If you're passing through Elgin, this is the kind of place worth the detour for the combination of personality and consistently good execution that chain cafes can't replicate.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Such a lovely local cafe. For doctor who fanatics and for those who have never seen the show. Tasty food and drinks, kind employees, and a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The caprese sandwich and honey matcha were yummy :)
The Wife and I have eaten here occasionally since it first opened. Elgin Club is awesome, so is their BLT. Soups are always good as well, and they have excellent coffee's and teas. They remodeled since we were last here, and it is a wonderful improvement. We'll keep coming back.
2025: Still doing great, sandwiches are yummy, teas and soups. Only a few times they forgot my bacon in my grilled cheese, I like how you can build your own! SO good. 2016: Yummy place. The coffee's are so good, I just wish you opened earlier. The sandwiches and the salads are…
Sweet little Cafe with delicious fresh sandwiches and delightful beverages. I was introduced to the London Fog and fell in love. Service excellent!
Love this place! Staff is so friendly and kind, excellent cheese sandwich and love the specialty drinks! Great place for Whovians Always try to make a trip up when I come through Chicago 🤍
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