50 Best Cafes near Highland Park

“Best scones! Excited to visit in February!“

“Amazing food and atmosphere! Of course, the tea is great too!“

“That Little French Guy makes us happy every time we head that way. The Champs de Élysées doesn’t have better! It’s being back in Paris, every unique French delight. Thank you for our favorite place to visit often.“

“What can I say: the bakery, food, and drink offerings here are outstanding and the owner is incredibly friendly and clearly passionate about what she's doing.

You really can't go wrong with any of the grab and go cake, cupcake, or pastry items. We've gotten many of them, and we've also gotten special order cakes from here that have been wonderful. Their breakfast burritos (vegetarian or not) are a great quick breakfast option. The quiches (which are relatively new) are exceptional. The hibiscus agua fresca is a lovely refreshing drink for a hot day.

I hope this place stays here for a long time because its popularity has added liveliness to the Roger Williams area.“

“The best coffee shop in Highland Park/Deerfield area! Best customer service and perfect atmosphere for work meeting, reading a book or grabbing coffee with a friend!“

“Was at Port Clinton Art Fair, had just gotten Italian ice, and saw these beautiful croissants out of the corner of my eye. I quickly did an about face. The Crème Brûlée croissant 🔥🔥and the Almond Croissant 🥇if you guys already do a Koigin Aman, I need to try it, if you don,t, you should!,Your laminated dough is wonderful & buttery, top notch.“

“The service is outstanding. The food is delicious.“

“Absolutely love Tala. I firstly want to emphasize how friendly the staff is. They've helped me many times as a new-to-coffee drinker and are always very accommodating. The menu features many classics but their specials menu is where it's at, and rotates throughout the year. But their matcha is the best and has officially made me a matcha lover. Also love their small but delicious baked goods options, which include gluten free muffins! Great atmosphere, plenty of seating, and typically quiet atmosphere with easy parking, but can get quite busy at peak times, especially weekends.“

“We love Cupitol at all hours of the day, but weekend brunch is the best. Food is top notch, service is fast, and Dylan makes our day.“

“Eddie★★★★★ customer service, always helpful and positive.

Also, the woman that happened to be on the drinks at this time made an amazing iced mocha tesora!✓

Wheelchair accessibility: Floor level, easy to enter.“

“I travel to the area for work and always love coming here! ♥️♥️“

“Wild roasters have one of the best-roasted coffee in town. They make sure everything is freshly made and is served to perfection. Highly recommended and a must-try.“

“Non-sweetened almond milk for my lattes, unlike Starbucks.“

“Great thrift, bake shop and cafe! Haven’t visited the other services yet!“

“Excellent service, very clean. Too many choices of sandwiches. Great coffee. Love, love this place.“

“What an awesome addition to the North Side! Beautiful place to have breakfast, delicious eggs with crème fraiche, chives, parmesan fluff, griddled country bread, we got our son the grilled cheese & I ate most of it. Great ambience, it has a very open feel. We would def come back, thank you 🙏“

“Very friendly and comfortable. Coffee was great.“

“Newport Coffee House feels like a cozy retreat, in my opinion the best coffee place in Evanston. The coffee is rich and balanced and the staff always greet you with a smile. It’s the kind of place where the pastries are gone fast and the cappuccino is worth coming back for. There’s plenty of seats, friendly faces and it just has a relaxed vibe - perfect for hanging out or getting some work done.“

“This is my family's go to for breakfast most weekends. Very friendly staff and the food is always delicious. 5 out of 5 stars.“

“GREAT ATMOSPHERE- GREAT COFFEE & that Ham & Cheese Roll was amazing“

“Great, but pricey pastry. Good breakfast and light lunch in a very pleasant setting.“

“My parents and I were looking for a place eat in Northfield after driving an hour to pick up the ashes of our dog who passed two weeks ago from blood cancer. Found this place two minutes from the pet hospital located in an office building. Owner was super chill made our food fresh and was super generous. They had these cookies by the register I think the owners baked themselves they all looked really good we got one of each (pecan, cookies and cream, m&m, and this one with caramel on top) and the owner gave us two for free and chips with our meals and reheated my dad’s soup when asked (dad’s picky) to be super hot (dad was happy). We took our food to go and ate right outside the office building by this little fountain which I think is the way to go if the weather accommodates it. I got the chicken pesto panini I don’t even like pesto but I liked this panini the bread was crisp the cheese melty and the vegetables happy (not soggy). Honestly the cookies I enjoyed the most; cookies and cream was really good it had like these big chunks of white chocolate which were awesome but the best was the caramel one CRAZY GOOD definitely get one. Anyways I miss my dog love you Beowulf rest well now.“

“The crepes were delectable! The service was prompt, and the food was fresh.“

“From the minute I walked in here and saw their charming interior space I sensed that this was going to be the best diner in the Chicagoland area. When I saw the fresh creative menu I knew the food was going to be fantastic and when I tasted the food (which came quickly) my instincts were confirmed! This place is GREAT. Add the sweet friendly service and this place rules!! I’m still here eating but can’t wait to come back!“

“Great staff, good dirty chai, always a nice vibe and hash browns!“

“Great food and great service!“

“Great, authentic Italian cuisine. Never disappoints.“

“this place exceeded in customer service and definitely very please with how clean the place was. we even went over and thanks the women that was cleaning and wiping things down immediately after kids were doing with it. hand sanitizer was everywhere. overall great experience at the mount prospect location. thank you to the amazing staff.“

“Delicious food. Good service. Great people. Very reasonable prices. I’m very glad I stumbled upon this spot and will be coming back again and again. I loved the southwest style salad with blackened chicken. Their specials are also fun and different. Check this place out - you won’t be disappointed. Enjoy!“

“It is very pleasant sitting at an outdoor table enjoying their delish ish food!“

“Try em all.………………………………….“

“Stopped here on our way through town. Friendly service and delicious food in a cute little town.“

“By far one of the best breakfast joint in the area 😋 🙏 💪“

“Best coffee shop in town. Highly recommend!“

“Plenty of parking in back with rear entrance. Indoor and outdoor seating. Seated quickly. Beautiful interior with high top and regular height seating. Our server was polite and knowledgeable. The food came out quickly and accurately.
Bathrooms are clean.“

“My neighborhood meeting place. Great food, drinks, people, and atmosphere“

“Great coffee ☕️ cool vibes“

“Thanks to Emma’s Bagels for super fresh bagels and generous portion fish/salad trays for our grandson’s brit this morning.“

“If I could give this place more than five stars, I absolutely would. From the moment I walked through the door, I felt an immediate sense of comfort, warmth, and genuine hospitality that you don’t often find anymore. This coffee shop has perfected the balance between great ambience, exceptional coffee, and truly memorable service — and that combination makes it stand out above the rest.
First, the atmosphere:
The interior is beautifully designed: cozy but spacious, modern yet still incredibly inviting. There are comfortable seating options for everyone — whether you want to tuck away in a quiet corner with a book, spread out your laptop and get some work done, or sit at a window table and people-watch. Soft music plays in the background, at a perfect volume that adds to the vibe without overpowering conversations. The space is bright and airy during the day, thanks to the big windows, and feels warm and intimate in the evening with the soft lighting. It’s the kind of place you walk into and immediately think, “Yes… this is where I want to spend some time.”
Now, the coffee — absolutely phenomenal.
You can tell that the baristas here genuinely care about what they’re doing. The espresso is rich, smooth, and expertly pulled; the lattes are silky and balanced; and the specialty drinks are incredible without being overly sweet or artificial. Everything tastes thoughtfully crafted. I ordered a latte (my usual test of a new café) and it was one of the best I’ve had in a long time — velvety microfoam, deep coffee flavor, and perfectly served at the right temperature. I’ve since tasted a few of their signature drinks and each one impressed me: creative, unique, and absolutely delicious.
Their pastries and food deserve a shout-out too.
Fresh, flaky, and flavorful — exactly what you want alongside great coffee. You can tell they pay attention to quality and don’t just rely on pre-packaged items like many shops do. Whether you grab a croissant, a muffin, or something more hearty, everything feels intentional and homemade.
And I can’t forget the staff — truly wonderful people.
Helpful, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. They greet you like you’re a regular, even if you’re here for the first time. They take time to explain the menu, offer recommendations, and somehow stay patient and cheerful even during the busy rush. They strike that perfect balance of being attentive without hovering.
All in all, this coffee shop has become one of my favorite places to relax, work, or meet friends. It’s the sort of spot that makes you want to linger, order one more drink, and come back again the next day. If you’re looking for high-quality coffee, a comfortable atmosphere, and staff who truly care about offering a great experience, look no further.
Absolutely 5 stars — can’t recommend it enough! 🌟✨“

“Great products but why is the store not addressing the mask mandate? I was in shopping yesterday and saw more then 10 people without a mask on.“

“There’s not much of a selection on food/pastries for a coffee shop. However, there is good coffee and tea. One thing I wish that they’d change is they do not allow laptops at any of the tables other than the high top area. If this changed I would give it 5 stars. For me, I’d like to sip on coffee, work on personal things (pay bills/family matters/travel plans/read through online articles) on a laptop in a good vibes scenery but it’s not the same if I can’t do that at a table. I wouldn’t necessarily say this place is very kid friendly but that’s more because I don’t see kids there, the staff has never said anything otherwise. Very friendly staff!“

“Friendly atmosphere! Nice outdoor patio to eat and sit! Food tasted great!“

“I often buy my lunches here, and mostly I pick something below $10. Guys are fast, attentive, and nice. My food is always ready in 10 minutes, and it's always fresh and hot. Meals are tasty and most of them are healthy. God bless you, guys, for feeding me ❤️“

“One of the best Panera locations and has a nice fireplace. Super cozy. Food is made to perfection, however you request. Staff is super nice. Michelle, I believe is the manager, she’s doing a fantastic job, and the orders are excellent. We come at least 3-4x a week.

Parking: Plenty of spots“

“I work with many chambers and I must say The Winnetka-Northfield Chamber is the best. The ladies who work in the Chamber are so upbeat and always friendly. Terry has a very unique gift of guiding shoppers with retailers and connecting people with both Winnetka and Northfield.“

“Amazing place! Really knowledgeable and friendly staff. My kids love it!“