Heartbeat Cafe

Heartbeat Cafe

★★★★4.3(198 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Heartbeat Cafe is the rare hospital cafeteria that actually deserves a visit, serving legitimately good food at prices that won't shock you—think inexpensive burgers under ten bucks and customizable sandwiches that locals genuinely crave. The open atrium setting and early 5:30 am opening make it perfect for a quick breakfast before work or a casual meeting, and the fact that both hospital employees and community regulars keep coming back tells you something about the value here. Skip the chains nearby and grab breakfast or lunch at a place that feels like an actual neighborhood spot, just happens to be inside Emanuel hospital.

What to expect

Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Opens early. Family friendly. Parking available.

PastriesQuick grabSlow sitLight foodFull breakfastParkingMeetingsEarly hoursTraditional drinksFull breakfastFamily friendly

Google Reviews

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Amaranth R
★★★★5 months ago

This is a great spot in legacy Emanuel hospital to grab a tasty, inexpensive burger.. Lunch under ten bucks. The build your own sandwich is also a good value. You can sit in their open aired indoor courtyard with plants.

Antonio Martinez
★★★★★10 months ago

Heartbeat Cafe is the pulse of the community, and it’s not hard to see why this charming spot has captured the hearts of so many! As soon as you walk through the doors, you’re greeted by a lively ambiance filled with the aroma of freshly brewed coffee and the sound of cheerful…

B T
★★★★★4 years ago

Popular place inside the big atrium within hospital complex. Long hours are really nice. Great prices and and quality food. Both employees and visitors seem to frequent this spot. Nice to have a spot to eat and be inside a big open air space while eating (and staying warm)

Izaak Zawyrucha-Moore
★★★★★4 years ago

Good, inexpensive hospital food. Whether you're waiting for an appointment or you're visiting someone, they've got you covered. Unfortunately, they're no longer open 24/7. Their hours are 5:30 am - 2:00 am, so still almost all hours. I usually go for the build your own…

Jared Walter
★★★★★6 years ago

My girlfriend is an employee here and on occasion we have have lunch together. Ive only eaten here a couple of times but she has more often. The heartbeat cafe is reasonably priced and has a variety of menu options to suit all diets. The eating area as well as the ordering area,…

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