50 Best Coffee Shops near Riverwoods

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

“This place is a gem! From the moment I walked in, I was blown away by how kind and knowledgeable the staff was. The girl who helped me was so sweet, super patient, and explained everything perfectly. You can really tell they care about the customer experience and make sure you feel comfortable and taken care of. Now let’s talk about the lemonades—WOW. Infused and delicious, it was honestly one of the best lemonades I’ve ever had. And the baked goods? Incredible. Soft, flavorful, and just the right amount of kick. Everything I tried was amazing, and I can’t wait to go back and try more. I seriously love, love, love this place. The staff, the products, the vibe—Blazed Bakery is on point. Thank you for such an awesome experience!“

“This is a cozy place with a warm atmosphere and friendly people! Love the avocado toast and hummus sandwich and that they have vegan and vegetarian options!“

“Best boba I’ve ever had, amazing!!!“

“I come here because they do pour-overs. Really Good pour-overs. (If they're busy, multi-tasking staff may miss the correcting timing so the extractions are suboptimal and may alter the taste in the negative.) But still a great coffee - I'm nitpicking.

I enjoy this more than the other places in Libertyville because the barista's really know their products - every one I've talked with has been able to discuss each coffee with knowledge that helps me learn. And oh so friendly, nice people who work there.

Pastry choices are limited, so-so in taste, and too sugary for me (donuts, muffins) They could use some nice croissants, chocolate croissants, morning buns, etc. If they partnered with Hewn Bakery it would be perfect. (I will often get coffee to go, and bring my own Hewn to eat outside at the benches.)“

“This is a fantastic place to get breakfast whenever you are heading to work on weekday rush hour!“

“Absolutely delightful atmosphere and I loved my latte!“

“Really enjoyed my visit here ☕✨. The food was delicious, the coffee tasted amazing, and I especially loved that it was served in a ceramic mug instead of a paper cup 🥰☕. The customer service was outstanding - everyone was friendly, welcoming, and attentive throughout the visit 🙌. Even though the place was super busy on a Sunday morning, the atmosphere felt lively and enjoyable with a great overall vibe 🎶🍳. I also noticed how quickly the staff cleaned the tables after guests left, which kept everything looking neat and organized 🧼✨. Even the restroom was spotless 🚻. Overall, a fantastic experience and definitely a spot I’ll be coming back to again soon 💛😋“

“This place is awesome wonderful staff with creative and tasty drinks they're also very respectful of allergy and dietary needs and we're willing to give me information to make the right decision and be a good diabetic.
Highly recommend the fallout boy but it's actually called Fall out boy. Also decided to tell my family that the drink is created after a boy that fell into a bunch of oats“

“great coffee! its very cozy“

“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!“

“Frank was super accommodating at the last minute for a corporate workshop we hosted. The set-up he provided was beautifully organized for presentation to our guests. Everyone raved about the great, "local" AREA Coffee. It was delicious and piping hot. A new go-to for us; thanks, Frank!“

“Coffee here is solid — nothing mind-blowing, but definitely good and consistent with no complaints. The real standout is the space: it’s very spacious with plenty of seating, and there’s always a few people getting work done. It makes for a really comfortable place to hang out for a while.

The service, though, has been a bit odd in my experience. I’ve been here a handful of times, and more often than not I end up standing at the counter for a few minutes before being acknowledged, and when I am, it can feel a bit begrudging.

That said, I’d still come back—the atmosphere and space make it a great spot to work and enjoy a coffee.“

“Friendly service and great donuts!“

“If you’re looking for a local spot that truly goes above and beyond, I can’t recommend Glenview Grind enough. We’ve used them for teacher gift cards every year, and it’s become one of our favorite traditions—such an easy and appreciated gift. This year, we also had them cater breakfast for Teacher Appreciation Week, and they absolutely exceeded expectations. The entire process—from ordering to pickup—was seamless. Their team was incredibly organized, friendly, and genuinely helpful every step of the way. They even assisted with loading everything up, which made a huge difference during a busy morning. The food was fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented, and the customer service truly stood out. You can tell they care about their customers and take pride in what they do. Highly, highly recommend supporting this wonderful local business“

“The owner is so nice and knowledgeable. This is our goto spot for coffee, beans in the burbs. Very recommended“

“We stumbled up this gem in Northbrook! Honey grilled pork with jalapeño was amazing! Viet iced coffee also Fantastic!!
Reilly, the really friendly guy who took our order at the counter, was fabulous! He knew every detail about the menu, even explaining the way combination of ingredients worked together and the flavor profiles. He gave the perfect recommendations! We will definitely be back again very soon!!“

“I literally had the best pancakes I’ve ever had“

“This a fantastic local coffee shop. A nice getaway from the corporate coffee world. For those of you who just wake up to give somebody a 3 star review because you're too dumb to find the door or you just want to criticize a hard working local business, STAY HOME!“

“Delightful Barrista & Cafe! Delicious lattes, coffee, tea & coffee drinks, as well as a nice selection of food options.This place has a great vibe. Plenty of seating, and the staff is very warm & welcoming.“

“Hooray for local coffee shops and businesses. Astra is a wonderful coffee shop in the heart of the Ravinia District that always has a handful of neighbors out front during the warmer months. It’s also a great place to bring your laptop and to get some work done.“

“I absolutely love this place! I live in Highland Park, so I find myself visiting often, and each time is a great experience. The service is awesome, and the staff is kind. The only thing is that the music is too loud!!!“

“Stopped in for a coffee during my lunch and was very impressed with not only their selection, but with the taste as well! I got the Maple Cardamom and was very good. Highly recommend if in the area!“

“Samarkand Café is a charming, lantern-lit slice of Central Asia that easily earns a very strong four stars. The plov is deeply satisfying—fragrant rice, meltingly tender lamb, and those sweet raisins that make every forkful addictive—while the grilled kebabs deliver proper charcoal punch and the hand-pulled laghman noodles have exactly the right springy bite. Manti are plump and comforting, the tea ritual is lovely, and the warmly hospitable service makes you feel like a welcomed guest rather than a customer. It’s only held back from a full five by occasional inconsistency (one visit the meat was perfection, another slightly dry) and a dessert selection that feels a touch limited. Still, for authentic Uzbek soul food in an atmosphere that glows with genuine Central Asian spirit, Samarkand remains an absolute delight well worth repeat visits.“

“Their horchata boba is very flavorful! They also provide board games to play while enjoying their tasty treats, adding to the cozy atmosphere :)“

“Spunky donuts are tremendous. Old school vibe.“

“CJ:
I stopped in for a simple black coffee once and it was great. It is very modern on the inside and the coffee is expensive for what I got, but good staff and short wait time. The study area has a good view of the road so you can take a short break from your work and enjoy the atmosphere.“

“Marc and Ray were unbelievably interesting, insightful, and above all else tremendous individuals who my brother and I loved interacting with and made our experience fantastic. Usually we do not opt for Starbucks, but they single handedly made us want to come back.“

“Everytime we come to this mall, this is one of first things we get. We saw a sign saying they had three variety flavors of horchata drinks and we jsut had to give it a try. Our go to is the Cafe horchata but you can get vanilla or chocolate as well if coffee isn't your go too. I've had them all and they are all delicious.“

“every time I stop at this Scooters location, what I get with my order of coffee is smile, happiness and good vibes. I love this location and what happened yesterday was a cherry on a cake. I did my order on the app, I ordered coffee which wasn't available anymore, I didn't notice time frames and the app allowed me to buy this drink, when I got to pick up window, the girl which works there, very friendly and wonderful young woman apologized so much explaining that they don't have this coffee at that time no more and gave me 3 donuts for that. Every time my experience with Scooters is great! Love it!“

“We were at the Bakester today and they were understaffed. Iliya was there working as hard as he could and was doing a great job. Through no fault of his own and under great pressure, he tried to get the job done to keep the restaurant moving. The food was great.“

“Super cool atmosphere, very friendly and inviting. The tea 🍵 I had was phenomenal. I can't wait to start training with the coaches. Thank you Mount Prospect Illinois for Bringing something so Refreshing to our Community 🙏🏻“

“The bread is out of this world. My personal favorite is the seeded. The pastries are also very good. What a treasure.“

“Hit the Scooter's drive-thru on a whim over the weekend. Line was short, and we were able to 'scoot' through quickly. Coffee was strong, staff was friendly. I had a coffee with espresso shots and it did the trick - strong. My lady had a Carmel iced drink that she thought was a little sweet, but also good. would come back again and maybe try some of the food options.“

“Stopped by Churro Parlor in Lakeview, and it did not disappoint! From the moment we walked in, the vibe was warm and inviting. Jennifer was absolutely amazing—she took the time to explain the menu, offered great recommendations, and made sure we had the best experience. The churros were fresh, perfectly crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. We tried a few different flavors, and each one was better than the last! The dipping sauces were the perfect complement. Whether you’re a churro lover or just looking for a sweet treat, this spot is a must-visit. We’ll definitely be back! Virtual review : @iam.shonnaaaa“

“Chicken and Waffles!!!! Now that there’s a loyalty program I’m going to bring more friends there.“

“Such a beautiful place and such a beautiful reminder of homesick people like me :) Loved the Adeni Chai really good on the cinnamon. Visited early morning when it’s not busy so the atmosphere was very quiet. Love not having to drive all the way to Bridgeview to get some bomb chai!!“

“The food was delicious! There were so many options and the customer service was amazing! The worker showed us how to use the machine and was patient throughout the way. I definitely recommend the boba and the croffles. I would come back 100%“

“I get my work done at Hometown nearly every day, and I just have to give a shoutout to Corey! He is the nicest guy, always going above and beyond to make sure everything is right. No matter what, he makes sure every detail is taken care of and his customer service is unmatched. Best service, atmosphere, and food! Great spot.“

“I went yesterday when visiting Chicago. I had never had it before but I went by the recommendations of Skokie residents and I was very impressed. I took 6 desserts home to Kentucky and my only regret is I didn’t take more oatmeal raisin cookies. Those were absolutely phenomenal.“

“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.“

“Stopped in for the first time and will be back again and again! My kids devoured their donuts!! Can’t wait to come back for lunch too! Customer service was amazing too, so friendly and helpful!!“

“What a cute bakery and seating are. I truly loved the beautiful atmosphere and seating area and the pastries and displayed beautifully. I loved the coffee I had and they had a wide variety of sweets and pastries to enjoy and choose from. Very cute, very instagrammable”
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I got there pretty early in the morning after opening just not sure how fresh the pastries are in the case after opening. Looks like some may have been sitting for some time. Did not ruin my experience though, I just got coffee.“

“10/10 would highly recommend! This is some of the best tasting coffee I’ve had in a long time! My family took the 35 minute drive from our home to check out this coffee shop & it did not disappoint! They have options for all ages(& all taste buds) including delicious hot chocolate that my kids gulp down quickly! The owner, Sara, is one of the nicest people you will ever meet & she creates coffee magic! Her warm personality and the very home-like atmosphere of the shop is something you cannot get at your local chain coffee shops. My family & I cannot wait to go again!“

“Great food and inviting atmosphere. Staff is friendly, very helpful and accommodating. Now until August 20th. 1/2 priced breakfast and lunch. Hours 8-3 everyday of the week.“

“exelente Lugar en Glenview para los amantes como yo de UN Rico cafecito y disfrutar de una Buena charla con el crew muy amables en dar informacion turistica ♥️ me llevo un Buen Recuerdo de IL totalmente recommendable 🥪☕“

“I was just passing through on a solo trip and saw how cute this shop looked on the outside and decided to duck in! Super cute and cozy atmosphere for being a smaller shop, featuring super cute croissant waffles and the best peach oolong tea I've encountered. And I've tried A LOT of Bubble Tea places. I'll keep this place on my radar when I come back!!“

“excellent service everyone was friendly and the food was amazing.“

“Always perfect coffee. Fresh, never stale. The staff, especially Chello is the best.“

“Best grilled cheese sandwich!“