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Four Letter Word

3022 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL

★★★★★4.6(298 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

This Chicago espresso destination puts coffee craftsmanship front and center, with a rotating selection of single-origin options and a manual machine that pulls some of the city's most acclaimed shots. The intimate space is thoughtfully designed and welcoming, though seating is wonderfully limited—perfect if you're seeking serious conversation or quiet focus rather than laptop sprawl. Knowledgeable baristas who genuinely care about your coffee experience make every visit feel like you're learning something new.

What to expect

Specialty drinksSlow sitTraditional drinksLaptop friendlyPour overEspresso focusedMeetingsPastries

Google Reviews

Eli Andersen
★★★★★2 months ago

If you are a coffee person who loves the beauty and art of coffee then this is the place for you. This place is a coffee FIRST place, multiple single origin options for your espresso and a menu that tells you they care more about the shots going into your drink than anything else. Excellent vibes and friendly staff.

Lukas
★★★★★8 months ago

Absolute best espresso in the city, and maybe the best espresso I’ve ever had, hands down. The baristas are a little on the tired and stressed side, but to be fair, what barista isn’t? If you want a good coffee, maybe even the best you’ll ever have, you HAVE to stop here.

Nicolas Weaver
★★★★★9 months ago

Excellent atmosphere, staff, and coffee! The employees were very friendly and eager to answer my questions about their coffees- I’d highly reccomend this shop to anybody looking for a coffee shop in Chicago!

Ν P
★★★★★9 months ago

☕️ This café serves some of the best coffee in Chicago — rich, flavorful, and brewed to perfection. Every sip is a treat! 😍 The atmosphere is just as impressive — warm, cozy, and beautifully decorated 🪴🖼️. It’s the kind of place where you instantly feel at home. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming 😊, making the whole experience even better. Plus, the music selection was on point 🎶 — relaxing but not too loud, perfect for sipping and chatting. Whether you’re here to work, catch up with friends, or just enjoy a great cup of coffee, this spot is a must-visit! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Michael Damato
★★★★★2 years ago

Cozy small coffee shop with a manual espresso machine. Menu is small but very well executed, definitely one of the best espresso pulls I've had in a while. Seating inside is very limited, but there is a year-round walk up window. They unfortunately no longer do Turkish style coffee, but everything else was so well done that we'll definitely have to come back again sometime!

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