Grounds Coffee Bar

89 N Williams St, Crystal Lake
(815) 900-1339

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Justin Stephens

Ordered a latte with whip cream, they forgot and when I told them I watched them dump out like 1/3 of the drink and put the whipped cream on. It was busy so I didn't say anything as to not hold up other peoples orders, however, when you make an order wrong you really should remake it. I do say this coming from over 10 years of food service experience, in which I never took shortcuts like that. I will for sure not be returning. Take your business over to Daily Projects, Summer Moon or if you are willing to make the drive Elder + Oat.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 3

Harry Walker

Good coffee, I'd rather give my money to the smaller venues.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Blueberry Muffin

Mariel Servin

I hate to bash on a local place but I think that’s part of the issue here.. this place has local prices for very mediocre coffee and coffee crafting. I will pay whatever kind of up-charge local price, if that means getting a good and better product than a chain. I paid almost $9 for a SMALL latte, which tasted terribly imbalanced, overly-sweet and just frankly gross. I watched the barista let my shots die before adding anything and C’MON for a coffee place charging $9 for a small, I shouldn’t be getting dead shots with Torani syrups. I had to throw the drink out and I walked over to Starbucks around the corner, paid $6 for a grande and left with a bitter taste about throwing almost $9 to the trash. The place looks appealing and that’s about it.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 1

Service: 2

G How

Pretty good coffee and baked goods.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Fiona O'gregor

Love the place!. Finally I've found a nice coffee shop near me

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

V R

Guys if you do not accept $50 bill you should have a sign or ask customers how they would like to pay. If they pay cash you should worn them that you do not accep $50. Girl on the register took my order then took $50 then return it back with a stupid smile on her face saying they don't accept $50
I found that place on Google and it was 4 different coffee shops on my way. I chose you guys because of 4.5 out of 5
It took me 2.3 miles to get your place. Being honest even a 1 star is too much for your service

Service: 1

Chuck Roast

The coffee is very good! I really enjoyed the nitro cold brew (pictured). The honeybee latte was also really good. It wasn't overly sweet, which I really liked. There is also some merchandise sold in the coffee shop.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Steven Bourdage

Love it here, happy to have this type of coffee shop close to home!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I B

Love this place. Pastries and Matcha were excellent. Staff is very kind. Will be returning here for sure.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Vaidas Butauskas

Great food delicious coffee very kind and caring staff

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Pastries, Blueberry Muffin, Avocado Toast, Cinnamon Roll Latte, Chocolate Croissant, Bee Pollen, Breakfast Sandwiches

Javier R

Great staff, helped with a coffee selection it was delicious the pastries are sourced locally very delicious. Also was taking a look at the soaps they had that were also local to the area. A lot of good vibes here the music was great. The seats were great. 10/10

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Brandy lochen

This place used to be an absolute vibe- great decor, great staff, ever changing coffee menu features, and some foods. The last few times I've gotten food there it has been wildly underwhelming. Staff and decor is still great, Hoping they come around with the food!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 2

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Seasonal Iced Latte

Nathan Hughes

Support the best local coffee shop with the best prices!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Allan Parungao, MD

Tasty Early Riser sandwich. Nice selection of coffee drinks. Friendly atmosphere and great location.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kristin Molyneux

the atmosphere is great and all but the 7.49 plus tax price for an iced coffee is insanity. flavor comparison to other cafes is subpar. I love shopping local but for ice coffee and milk mixed together, the price isn’t for me.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 1

Service: 3

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