I've been there three days in a row while I was in town for training. Great staff and amazing sandwiches would best sum this place up and their drinks are great too. Zero complaints.
Cheryl W
Everything they bake is fantastic! The almond tea cakes are so good that our daughter went home and tried to make them. I especially like the lemon/blueberry coffeecake, and I don't even like lemon (usually). Cinnamon rolls, scones, bialys--they are all inspired! The owners and staff are so welcoming, Arabica has become our Saturday morning go-to.
G Castro
Perfect spot to grab a cup of coffee, meet a friend, or even to work from. Nice ambience, with friendly and attentive staff.Really enjoyed their breakfast ham and egg sandwich. The bread used is really good. Looks like they also use the same bread for their other artisan sandwiches. Would like to see a little variety in terms of bread selection, but that's not a huge deal at all. Sandwich was still yummy.Will be back again!
Tina D
On our search for the next great coffee shop, we decided to go local. We had an excellent experience at Cafe Arabica! The food is homemade from scratch. The fresh, warm bread with my white bean chili soup…omg, such a treat! My boyfriend thoroughly enjoyed his breakfast sandwich and coffee too. The only drawback is there isn’t much seating available. We waited a few minutes for a couple seats to open, and enjoyed the ambiance. We definitely plan on returning soon!
Ashley Henk
I haven't had a single bad experience at Arabica. The pastries are amazing (I'm partial to the raspberry croissant and apple voulevant), and the specialty coffee drinks are a must try. Arabica is a gem in the downtown Elgin area.
Kelly DuBois
I stop in at least once a week. Excellent coffee, great tea lattes and the bakery items are delicious: ALL OF THEM. The bread for all their sandwiches is baked inhouse! (& really good) 10/10 recommend stopping in for breakfast, lunch or a just pick me up drink. Good vibes all around.
Melanie Alvarez
Absolutely delicious breakfast sandwiches and great coffee! And such a warm and friendly environment :) Love coming here!
Dina Mozzhukhina
Very cozy coffee shop with delicious pastries and wonderful service.
Erik Melchers
Arabica is one of the best spots in downtown Elgin. The owners are very friendly and the food is amazing. We love their soups and breads. The breakfast chorizo sandwich is an all-time favorite.
zinnia flores
I love Arabica! They have yummy pastries, HUGE bread for the sandwiches which is by far some of the best bread I've had, and the coffee drinks are awesome. I love the Lavender Mocha Macciato ☕️ and the lemon blueberry coffeecake is sooo delicious! Cyclones, suggest. Chocolate Coffeecake, suggest. Almond croissants, suggest. Everyone is so nice there and the cafè itself is adorable. Definitely recommend!
Absolutely delicious breakfast sandwiches, and everything I've tried from the baked goods has been delicious. Coffee is good too, though I recommend the espresso over their brewed coffee. Not because the brew is bad, but the espresso is just better. This is a gem for Elgin.
Charlie Brady
I'm vegetarian and I was looking for a good breakfast sandwich. The spinach, egg, tomato, and pepperjack was AMAZING! And if you don't want pepperjack, they swapped in some cheddar for my girlfriend's sandwich. Excellent place ?Also, fantastic coffee and an awesome blueberry scone!
Aaron Levitt
I'm pretty sure I already rated this place, which makes this the first time I've ever give a second (five star) rating. Just an absolute gem that seemingly was dropped on Elgin on its way from NYC to Seattle, or vice versa. Terrific drinks, delicious pastries, friendly service... "practically perfect in every way."
Jane Farrell
Great food, but people with allergies beware! Pastries have no signage, and I had an allergic reaction to coconut in the cinnamon roll (WHO PUTS COCONUT IN A CINNAMON ROLL??!)
Michelle A.
Good place to meet up with my friends in the morning. Good coffee with variety of milks to choose. Their bakery items are great - I particularly like the savory bialy, croissant, and cinnamon rolls. The breakfast sandwich is delicious with soft, buttered and toasted bun.
I've been there three days in a row while I was in town for training. Great staff and amazing sandwiches would best sum this place up and their drinks are great too. Zero complaints.
Everything they bake is fantastic! The almond tea cakes are so good that our daughter went home and tried to make them. I especially like the lemon/blueberry coffeecake, and I don't even like lemon (usually). Cinnamon rolls, scones, bialys--they are all inspired! The owners and staff are so welcoming, Arabica has become our Saturday morning go-to.
Perfect spot to grab a cup of coffee, meet a friend, or even to work from. Nice ambience, with friendly and attentive staff.Really enjoyed their breakfast ham and egg sandwich. The bread used is really good. Looks like they also use the same bread for their other artisan sandwiches. Would like to see a little variety in terms of bread selection, but that's not a huge deal at all. Sandwich was still yummy.Will be back again!
On our search for the next great coffee shop, we decided to go local. We had an excellent experience at Cafe Arabica! The food is homemade from scratch. The fresh, warm bread with my white bean chili soup…omg, such a treat! My boyfriend thoroughly enjoyed his breakfast sandwich and coffee too. The only drawback is there isn’t much seating available. We waited a few minutes for a couple seats to open, and enjoyed the ambiance. We definitely plan on returning soon!
I haven't had a single bad experience at Arabica. The pastries are amazing (I'm partial to the raspberry croissant and apple voulevant), and the specialty coffee drinks are a must try. Arabica is a gem in the downtown Elgin area.
I stop in at least once a week. Excellent coffee, great tea lattes and the bakery items are delicious: ALL OF THEM. The bread for all their sandwiches is baked inhouse! (& really good) 10/10 recommend stopping in for breakfast, lunch or a just pick me up drink. Good vibes all around.
Absolutely delicious breakfast sandwiches and great coffee! And such a warm and friendly environment :) Love coming here!
Very cozy coffee shop with delicious pastries and wonderful service.
Arabica is one of the best spots in downtown Elgin. The owners are very friendly and the food is amazing. We love their soups and breads. The breakfast chorizo sandwich is an all-time favorite.
I love Arabica! They have yummy pastries, HUGE bread for the sandwiches which is by far some of the best bread I've had, and the coffee drinks are awesome. I love the Lavender Mocha Macciato ☕️ and the lemon blueberry coffeecake is sooo delicious! Cyclones, suggest. Chocolate Coffeecake, suggest. Almond croissants, suggest. Everyone is so nice there and the cafè itself is adorable. Definitely recommend!
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Absolutely delicious breakfast sandwiches, and everything I've tried from the baked goods has been delicious. Coffee is good too, though I recommend the espresso over their brewed coffee. Not because the brew is bad, but the espresso is just better. This is a gem for Elgin.
I'm vegetarian and I was looking for a good breakfast sandwich. The spinach, egg, tomato, and pepperjack was AMAZING! And if you don't want pepperjack, they swapped in some cheddar for my girlfriend's sandwich. Excellent place ?Also, fantastic coffee and an awesome blueberry scone!
I'm pretty sure I already rated this place, which makes this the first time I've ever give a second (five star) rating. Just an absolute gem that seemingly was dropped on Elgin on its way from NYC to Seattle, or vice versa. Terrific drinks, delicious pastries, friendly service... "practically perfect in every way."
Great food, but people with allergies beware! Pastries have no signage, and I had an allergic reaction to coconut in the cinnamon roll (WHO PUTS COCONUT IN A CINNAMON ROLL??!)
Good place to meet up with my friends in the morning. Good coffee with variety of milks to choose. Their bakery items are great - I particularly like the savory bialy, croissant, and cinnamon rolls. The breakfast sandwich is delicious with soft, buttered and toasted bun.