The Euro Echo Cafe

Truly a hidden gem in Skokie. Great coffee, excellent collection of loose leaf teas, diverse food menu with something for everyone and in house baked goods. Apple cake and spinach burek are incredible. What sets this place apart from the rest is that it's more than a cafe/coffee shop. You're treated like family and it's a welcoming spot to sit and talk while the world rushes past outside. If you're looking for your caffeine fix ASAP with a condescending attitude and a quick grab...read full review

I love this spot! I have met many interesting people here. It's kind of an old school spot with actual conversations and less screen zombies. They serve very decent food and with the owners originally from turkey and Poland and their bakers from Iran they tend to put out interesting daily specials, soups and deserts. John makes a killer cappuccino. The German apple cake is to die for. Live music happens on the weekends with bluegrass, jazz and more and they have tango classes...read full review

Coffee shop that took me back 100 years to my college days. Live music on Sundays. Frankly, my coffee is better, but I'm a coffee freak who roasts his own beans. It's the ambiance and vibe of a coffee shop that's is the real appeal. They serve light fare here as well, sandwiches, pastries, some salads. Thumbs up!