This is such a cute spot to hang out and work. Love the mission to build community--this can truly be felt when you're there! Bonus is the good coffee and food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sheila Solomon
While not new to Build Coffee, this was my first visit under new owners. I and the friend accompanying me knew with our first bites that we'll soon be back! Thank you, Demi (service) and Chef Christian (DELICIOUS food). I'm still thinking about Little One & Two.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Angelique Power
Hands down the best coffee shop in Chicago. The staff, the coffee and food, the vibe. It is truly the best Chicago has to offer. A place to talk with friends, to think on your own, to meet cool new peeps in passing. It is a rare spot and an incredible find.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nate Marshall
One of the gems of the South Side. Every time I come the food is great. The tea is good. The people are friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
José Olivarez
Build is a great place to have a delicious bite, some coffee, and to get some work done. I love the atmosphere. The staff is also super friendly. A true neighborhood gem!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Breanna Champion
Literally the best coffee shop/meeting space/mini bookstore (have you seen the zine collection?!?!)/artist display/comfy culture cafe on the south side.
The seasonal rotating lattes are a must try; NOT overly sweet and always strong enough (s/o to a cafe that pulls dbl shots only!!). The team is always so welcoming and I trust them :) My week is not complete if I haven’t made a visit at least once.
Come through, neighbors!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Candice F
Build is a lovely space where you can spend quiet time with great coffee and a book or find new friends. I love the sense of community I feel when I am there!
Deborah Douglas
Build Coffee is such a special place. Yes, the food is delicious and coffee is on point for me as a coffee-addict. But it's really the welcoming, creative environment that draws me here. Last summer, I got a chance to sip and savor in the covered patio area. It was cool and cozy, and I got a chance to unwind from a long week by using the coloring books and crayons at the table and playing a board game with a friend visiting from out of town. This is a special place made by special people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lisa Kim
Amazing space with delicious hearty food! The vibe is warm and inviting, and love the community that gathers around this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jamie Kirkland
I had a deeply disappointing experience at BCAB. Not only did I witness the staff refuse service to a female law enforcement officer for no apparent reason, which was shocking and unacceptable, but the quality of my order was abysmal. I found a long hair in my sandwich, which completely ruined my appetite and raised serious concerns about hygiene. The lack of professionalism and basic cleanliness makes this place a hard pass. I won’t be returning and strongly advise others to steer clear.
No weapon policy is ridiculous. Glady will take my business somewhere else.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
Cosette Ayele
I love ending my week getting a pecan pie latte and one of those huge egg sandwiches here, served with the side of a warm smile and even warmer environment, with staff who clearly care for the community and provide efficient service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dominique
I love this place! Really good vibes. Kind staff. Delicious food. They also have really intentional programming and a lovely outdoor space.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joseph A
I don’t know how the coffee was because i was denied service. I’m assuming it was ideological as they abruptly stated they have no weapons policy is i walked up, it’s clear i’m an officer on duty. As a Palestinian American officer I’ve never felt unwelcome in areas predominantly hispanic, black, white or whatever. These yuppies could use some hospitality if they’re gonna make coffee.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Mike Colucci
Little coffee shop and book store that is nestled on U of C. The chai latte is delicious. Great book selections too!
This is such a cute spot to hang out and work. Love the mission to build community--this can truly be felt when you're there! Bonus is the good coffee and food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
While not new to Build Coffee, this was my first visit under new owners. I and the friend accompanying me knew with our first bites that we'll soon be back! Thank you, Demi (service) and Chef Christian (DELICIOUS food). I'm still thinking about Little One & Two.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hands down the best coffee shop in Chicago. The staff, the coffee and food, the vibe. It is truly the best Chicago has to offer. A place to talk with friends, to think on your own, to meet cool new peeps in passing. It is a rare spot and an incredible find.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the gems of the South Side. Every time I come the food is great. The tea is good. The people are friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Build is a great place to have a delicious bite, some coffee, and to get some work done. I love the atmosphere. The staff is also super friendly. A true neighborhood gem!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Literally the best coffee shop/meeting space/mini bookstore (have you seen the zine collection?!?!)/artist display/comfy culture cafe on the south side.
The seasonal rotating lattes are a must try; NOT overly sweet and always strong enough (s/o to a cafe that pulls dbl shots only!!). The team is always so welcoming and I trust them :) My week is not complete if I haven’t made a visit at least once.
Come through, neighbors!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Build is a lovely space where you can spend quiet time with great coffee and a book or find new friends. I love the sense of community I feel when I am there!
Build Coffee is such a special place. Yes, the food is delicious and coffee is on point for me as a coffee-addict. But it's really the welcoming, creative environment that draws me here. Last summer, I got a chance to sip and savor in the covered patio area. It was cool and cozy, and I got a chance to unwind from a long week by using the coloring books and crayons at the table and playing a board game with a friend visiting from out of town. This is a special place made by special people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing space with delicious hearty food! The vibe is warm and inviting, and love the community that gathers around this place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had a deeply disappointing experience at BCAB. Not only did I witness the staff refuse service to a female law enforcement officer for no apparent reason, which was shocking and unacceptable, but the quality of my order was abysmal. I found a long hair in my sandwich, which completely ruined my appetite and raised serious concerns about hygiene. The lack of professionalism and basic cleanliness makes this place a hard pass. I won’t be returning and strongly advise others to steer clear.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
No weapon policy is ridiculous. Glady will take my business somewhere else.
Atmosphere: 1
Service: 1
I love ending my week getting a pecan pie latte and one of those huge egg sandwiches here, served with the side of a warm smile and even warmer environment, with staff who clearly care for the community and provide efficient service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I love this place! Really good vibes. Kind staff. Delicious food. They also have really intentional programming and a lovely outdoor space.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I don’t know how the coffee was because i was denied service. I’m assuming it was ideological as they abruptly stated they have no weapons policy is i walked up, it’s clear i’m an officer on duty. As a Palestinian American officer I’ve never felt unwelcome in areas predominantly hispanic, black, white or whatever. These yuppies could use some hospitality if they’re gonna make coffee.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Little coffee shop and book store that is nestled on U of C. The chai latte is delicious. Great book selections too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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