50 Best Cafes near Northfield

“First time going there after trying to find some different places to eat in the area. I ordered the California turkey wrap and a cookie, and both were amazing! It’s probably not somewhere I’d go to sit down and eat with friends, I don’t think it’s meant for that. But it’s a great place to go and pick up from if you’re looking for good, fresh food. I took one star away because after I got home and saw the email of my receipt I noticed it was a couple dollars more than what I was told as I was checking out. Sure enough there was a $2 tip added. Not upset about a couple extra dollars, but I would’ve appreciated the transparency and the choice to leave a tip. There was no screen that gave me an option to tip so it felt a little shady to me.
Good to note: The office building itself was easy enough to find, but there aren’t any signs to point you in the direction of the actual cafe. You have to go into the west entrance.“

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

“Out for date night desserts and came across this new gem in the neighborhood! ❤️😋 Delicious variety of desserts, coffee and gelato! Welcoming and warm customer service! Highly recommend! #bubblewaffleicecream #baklava #pistachiomacchiato #supportlocal“

“Best pie I have had in Chicago“

“great cookies, stellar coffee, incredible staff. consistently high quality environment to meet friends and colleagues alike.“

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

“Absolutely delicious place! The sandwiches are to die for and I love the quiet atmosphere. Came on a Sunday at 1030 am, usually the peak of how busy a place can be but we were really fortunate for the peace and quiet. Will Absolutely come back again!“

“Great coffee and savory items are delicious.“

“Lovely quirky local place that everyone in the neighborhood adores.
I love the hippie vibe of it, everyone working there is caring and love Spoken - it seems like more than just a work place, which is a great sign imo. In many coffee shops the to go or for here served in disposable plates and cups. Spoken is not like this. For your to stay you will get real bowls and spoons. So nice. And they encourage to bring your own mug. My kind of people!
Everything is delusions and unlike many places - Spoken has not succumbed to “shrinkflation” and your grits will be satisfying in taste and servicing size.
Oh and gluten free selection! Is outstanding. depending on a day - it really is an amazing variety and so goood that I am afraid to tell my non GF fiends to try as it is addictive good not just “I will settle for as I have to”.
Only downside- its devout following and small size means this place is busy. And I hope it will stay this way as I want Spoken in the hood for ever!“

“Great Food Great Staff Excellent Place Great for the community 👏 👍 🙌“

“Was really happy with their cheese danish and iced vanilla latte today.“

“Food is mouth watering delicious. My daughter and I had the veggie tostini, oh my goodness, the best Turkish sandwich we have ever had. Owners are very friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend this wonderful restaurant. We will be back for sure 😊😊“

“Finally!! Ever since I returned from living in Italy, I have been looking all over Chicago for authentic Italian pizza and bread. I had some bread, a slice of pizza, a daily special calzone and an espresso. It was perfection 🤌 A slice of Italy in Lincoln Square Chicago

The interior of the restaurant is modern, well lit, very clean and pleasant smelling, with plenty of comfortable seating. They have spacious outdoor seating with umbrellas.
Family owned and operated.“

“Fabulous food and service! Andrii was a fantastic server! Recommend the Pan Con Tomate and Croquettas!“

“Khepri duo Salad was delicious“

“One of the friendliest spits in Chicago. The food is good - outstanding sausage, and you have to have their home-made salsa - and it's an incredible bargain, especially their breakfast "sidewalk special."“

“There’s a certain quiet magic in Tala Coffee, Highwood. The flavor here isn’t just good — it has depth, like a story unfolding with every sip. You can taste the attention, the patience, the care.

The space is soaked in soft, voluminous light that feels almost three-dimensional — it moves through the café like air, shaping shadows, warming wood, making everything glow just a little more than you’d expect.

And the atmosphere… calm but alive. Like a Sunday morning that forgot to end. A place where time slows down just enough to let you notice it.

Highly recommended — not just for coffee, but for the feeling it leaves behind.“

“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.“

“We had lunch here today, and loved everything! Roberto, our server, was the best! Super friendly. Brisket sandwich was fab! Best potato salad I've ever had! Can't wait to go back!“

“Such a cool and unique place to hang out with friends fot coffee, breakfast, lunch and shopping! Extremely friendly and fast service too!“

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

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

“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 🙏“

“We got the egg frittata which came with fresh Portuguese style bread rolls. The egg dish was really good. Super flavorful and the eggs are perfectly cooked. The bread rolls are amazing, freshly baked. We also got espresso and an affagotto, also delicious. I understand now why this cafe has such high reviews!“

“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.“

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

“Amazing dine-in pizza spot. Unique pizzas by the slice means everyone can try something different. Their pulled pork pizza is the best slice I've ever eaten, bar none. Cheese curds are delicious too!“

“Best pie I have had in Chicago“

“Byłam z mężem na obiad w Polish Paczki Cafe bardzo smaczne i świeże dania obiadowe Polecam każdemu kto lubi dobrze zjeść! Pyszne ciasta i pączki, bardzo miła obsługa ?“

“Great espresso and amazing staff!“

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

“My family and I cannot get enough of Alisha's cakes. Her tres leches is the best ever. We typically get the Oreo tres leches for our birthdays now. Everyone asks for Alisha's cakes for their birthdays. The cake is dense and rich so we usually serve smaller slices (but people will go back for seconds).“

“Came here today (party of 6, with three small kids) and everything was wonderful. Very helpful staff, lovely restaurant, and delicious food. We were hoping to sit outside but the indoor ambience was lovely. All of our food was amazing and came out quickly. We had a hard time deciding on how to order food for two toddlers and the waitress stepped right in with suggestions and portion sizes. It really took the leg work out of ordering food and hoping it wouldn’t be too much/too little. This is such a welcome addition to the downtown Skokie area as there aren’t many decent brunch/lunch options so we will definitely be back and we hope Don Julio’s becomes a mainstay here!“

“Very cute interior and consistently kind service, but I often find the drinks lacking what I'd expect from the caliber and price point of this place. Even a cortado felt dilute and soggy, somehow.
*HOWEVER the pourover is great. Maybe just stay away from espresso-based beverages and you'll be fine.“

“Best coffee shop in town. Highly recommend!“

“Excellent highly recommended“

“Cozy is definitely a good word to describe this place. A small classic cafe with a fairly standard menu, the owner was very friendly and the space while small was very inviting.

Lots of decor themed around jazz & r&b and a few small tables to sit at. If you live nearby this is definitely a place you should consider trying.“

“THEY HAVE GLUTEN FREE BREAD! For all of my gluten intolerant friends, come here to enjoy a nice sandwich, good coffee, and even better vibes.

This is a great spot to get some work done or catch up with a friend. There is quiet, mid-tempo music and a soft buzz of conversation. (Unlike some other coffee shops that really crank the music, the atmosphere here is very chill.)

Will definitely be back!

Vegetarian options: They have a veggie sandwich option that is very good!

Dietary restrictions: Good for gluten intolerant folks! If you are celiac, just double check about cross contamination.

Wheelchair accessibility: Wheelchair accessible dining area and bathroom.“

“We went here for dinner and loved it! The ambience inside and on the patio is so nice, we sat inside by the open door to the patio and enjoyed a nice breeze. I had the lemon chicken with mashed potatoes, which was absolutely superb (perfect cook on the chicken), and my husband loved the beef goulash. We also enjoyed the cheese curd appetizer and drinks from the cafe - a chai apple cider and a caramel apple butter latte, both of which were fantastic for fall. We didn’t try anything from the bakery because we were too full, but that looked delicious as well. The staff was great. Would highly recommend as a top choice in Lincoln Square. We will definitely be back!“

“Great food at affordable prices with friendly service.“

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

“Best scones! Excited to visit in February!“

“I stop there once or twice a month and everything is usually good, but I can’t recommend the fish tacos. Not good and take a long time to prepare.“

“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!“

“Met for a brainstorming session…their coffee is a catalyst for sure! Great selection of healthy options with just enough sinful options to keep it balanced!“

“Very friendly and comfortable. Coffee was great.“

“Lunch at Panera today!
I ordered the pick 2. My choice was the half a Greek salad and half of the garden Caprese melt sandwich. The Caprese melt was outstanding. It had basil, fresh mozzarella, tomato, arugula, shredded Parmesan and a green goddess dressing
On top of it. There was no skimping on this sandwich. From size and the ingredients.
It was delicious. I have yet to try the Greek salad. I’m saving that for dinner tonight. The half size Caprese Melt was more than enough to have for lunch. I ordered on the Panera app. Fast pickup!
I was in and out everyone very friendly there. a great choice for lunch. Can’t wait to try that Greek salad tonight. Here’s the real question would I go back? Most definitely!“

“Delicious’ I had the honey vanilla iced latte with oat milk. One of a kind! 😋“

“Our best vegan experience in Chicago, and the least pretentious. We all ordered different bowls, each one delicious. Mine was filled with chunks of sweet potatoes, garbanzos, and avocado with lots of greens and rice. Low-key friendly service in a quiet cafe. If you're not a fan of fake meats and like fresh veggies, you too will enjoy Loving Heart.“