Crema's Take
“Their Elotito—a corn-forward coffee drink with real tortilla flavor—is genuinely distinctive and worth trying, and paired with Beacon Doughnuts and thoughtful service from staff who clearly care, it's one of Chicago's most authentic neighborhood spots. The branding and vibe are charming, though some drinks can feel more conceptual than balanced if you're ordering off-menu creations. If you're in the area and want coffee that tastes like something real rather than trendy, go.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries on the menu.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →the cafe was really cute and i love their branding, but unfortunately as a barista i just can’t get over pre-batching matcha 😭 i ordered an iced matcha w cafe de olla syrup and macadamia milk, and most of what i tasted was… the milk! it was also clumpy :( my girlfriend got one…
got the smoky guayaba to try which was really pretty. first sip impressions, the smokiness was definitely there. unfortunately, all i tasted was the smokiness. the matcha was either overpowered or it wasn’t present at all. i also wasn’t the largest fan of the texture which i…
Lovely coffee with an authentic feel. Elotito is top tier as it is bursting with flavor and can taste the tortilla within it. They serve beacon doughnuts here too. All in all spent under $14 for the Elotito and doughnut. Worth the trip if you're out here
Another coffee shop I’ve been meaning to go to for months. There was mixed reviews about the confleis drink, I wanted to see what it was like but they ran out for the day :( definitely want to come back for it! Instead, the barista recommended another latte that was the perfect…
Best coffee shop in Chicago for many reasons, but I ask you to go for yourself to see why. I’m blessed to live a couple blocks away. Paloma is extremely kind, genuine and provides quality service. Kind community focused people. Much love always!
Crema Reviews
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