50 Best Cafes near Western Springs

“Our family absolutely loves Bb's donuts! We do miss being able to go inside the donut shop. So many wonderful memories taking our little girl there to eat donuts and read a book or two. We have a little boy with Autism and it's not safe for him to sit in front by the busy street because he runs. Wish we could go inside to enjoy donuts & coffee knowing it's something our son would truly enjoy.“

“Had a lovely Valentine’s Day brunch here! No notes! everything was absolutely phenomenal. The baguette was one of the best I’ve had. Incredible jam and butter to go with it🙂 If I had so say something the soup could’ve used more salt but I could’ve just asked and they’d happily bring more“

“Great food and service! Thanks!“

“I have only been here a few times but have never been disappointed. They have amazing customer service in person and over the phone. They go above and beyond. The food is amazing as well. It’s a very welcoming vibe and the prices are very reasonable.“

“Love this place! Delicious food, gluten free options, and excellent service. Chef Paco is the best! I highly recommend the tamal de mango!!“

“Chose to come here because it’s a halfway point between my friend’s and I’s homes, and it was such a pleasant experience! The atmosphere was very nice and calm, the smells were divine, and the service was excellent! We got to chat with the owner for a second and she was absolutely darling! I had a strawberry matcha latte with brown sugar boba and I know in a week I’ll be craving it again. 10/10 will be coming back again!“

“Saw this place on TikTok. Did not disappoint! The fresh pasta is awesome and the paninis out of this world. Not to mention, large selection of fresh gelato was a plus.“

“This is hands down our favorite restaurant. We eat here at least twice a week, and the consistency is one of the main reasons we keep coming back. The service is warm, efficient, and always welcoming. The chicken skewers are outstanding. Perfectly seasoned, tender, and cooked just right every time. They are flavorful without being heavy, and you can tell the ingredients are fresh. The Greek salad is equally impressive. Crisp vegetables, generous feta, balanced dressing, and always fresh. It is simple, but done exceptionally well. When a restaurant can deliver this level of quality consistently multiple times a week, that says everything. We highly recommend it.“

“My go-to coffee is from the Little Creperie. I used to be a starbucks drinker, and now I can’t ever go back to it after tasting the quality of Little Creperie’s coffees. My absolute favorites are the Honey Lavender Latte, Pistachio Creme Latte, and Mocha. Not only do the coffees taste amazing, but the presentation is so cute!!“

“Lovely place, very nice folks working there. Great coffee, yummy banana bread . Honorable mission. Go there.“

“I ordered them from uber eats for the and it was so good I needed to leave a review… what do you mean I can order GORMET chocolate covered strawberries to my door?? Their chocolate is out of this world. Juice mixes are refreshing. The croffle thing changed my life. Insanely fresh fruit.
I will probably order from this place weekly. And when I’m broke and fat, monthly (to feed Mother Nature) at the very least. Please never close“

“I purchased a Biscoff cheesecake and it greatly exceeded my expectations!!“

“⚠️ Update ⚠️

They no longer sell boba here, it's just a slots place and I'm guessing a bar. The lady there just asked us if we were there for boba and told us to go to the Thai restaurant (Bodhi).

So I stumbled across this place back in May before they had their grand opening. I don't think they were actually quite opened just yet but the staff was nice enough to let me and my sister in and order. Unfortunately they didn't have any boba that day lol but I didn't miss it at all. I was so happy to hear that they only used alternative milk for the drinks since the owners are lactose intolerant. So that right there earns a extra star for me. While I didn't get to try all the options this will be my newest spot to come and enjoy wherever I need a boba fix.“

“Amazing. No other words needed.“

“Great food n excellent service“

“there make great refreshers“

“Please is perfect in all aspects.“

“High quality trivia night host. Incredible food on a changing menu. Great place to hang with friends and family. Or a great place to sip wine and hang out with one of the many in-house books. Classy and laid back atmosphere.“

“Stopped in for breakfast/lunch and it was so good! Cute atmosphere, very friendly staff, great service and great food. We tried the sandwich sampler-steak, lechon and cubano; a ropa vieja jibarito, cafe con leche and empanadas. We will definitely be back. I highly recommend.“

“Deserves more than 5 stars! WONDERFUL experience each time I come here. Everything made from scratch. Not just pierogi ---Gelato, soups, empanadas, tamales, pizza pie (takes 50 mins to make from scratch and worth it!!) Premium Belgium chocolates, shakes, Coffee and most recent.....160 (yes one hundred and sixty) different premium teas from around the world!!.....and more to come! They also own the tea room and book store next to the cafe. Owners are THE BEST! Welcoming, personable and humorous. Dinning outside available and pups are welcome! You can tell they have a passion for the business. HIGHLY recommend! ENJOY!“

“The cafe is awesome! Great people and always great service! They giving you the best they got and it’s at highest standards! You will not be disappointed!“

“coolest coffee place in cambria staff was unbelievable will be come back great food and even better drinks“

“Yum. The food was fantastic.“

“I’m a sucker for good bread and the Italian sub was delicious. I’ve had two different flavor smoothies and I love them. Can’t wait to try the Reuben sandwich. 😋“

“Love, love, love this place and that it’s so close to home! Chill atmosphere, good tunes and they support other local businesses and artists. If you haven’t tried the “Wildflower” it’s a must! 🍃☕️🤎“

“best coffee and awesome food“

“I came from Dallas and I really loved their food and services. That lady customize our food for us it was very lovely. Also the interior decor was just amazing.
I ordered Cajun pasta, bun kabab, and mojito. Everything was wonderfulz“

“Nice efficient and great service; items sold are also very good“

“Great staff, quality product with less wait“

“My son loves Boba so we decided to give Poppin Panda a try. They had so many fun boba options and coffee for me as well. 😊 The staff was super friendly and helpful in picking out our drinks. We would definitely recommend and will be back for a return visit!“

“food is always great, great variety, delicious, but especially the service is the best. my favorite for breakfast .“

“Clean, friendly, 6 large tvs, bar snacks and great drinks. I recommend!“

“First things first, the food was honestly okay. The steak skillet didn't have too much steak, was a bit chewy, but otherwise it filled myself up and had some good flavor. The pancakes were not that great, they were a bit spongy and didn't taste as good as I'd like but pretty standard for a breakfast place
Now, the service was a different story, honestly my server made me feel very comfortable, speedy delivery, no mistakes whatsoever, kind and sweet. I I would keep going here again and again just because I feel very welcome in this establishment.“

“Great food great services. Clean five star operation.“

“The coffee is excellent, the food never disappoints, and the atmosphere is perfect whether you’re relaxing or getting work done. What really makes it special is the customer service—everyone is so kind and welcoming, and you can tell they genuinely care about their customers. It feels like more than just a coffee shop.“

“This is my go-to place when I have just got to get some work done and I can't do it at my house because I'm too distracted! it's a cozy place to work, not too loud, good music that's not distracting and I can stay until I get my stuff done. and have a really good coffee while I'm doing it. I haven't eaten there a lot, but everything I've gotten has been really tasty too.“

“The food was amazing and so was the service. Enjoyed everything we had. Also the espresso martini(s) was pretty good too 😉 Something here for everyone.“

“They have some amazing people working. The games are fun and the LAVANDER lemonade . wow.. Will be back time n time again 🎰“

“I placed an order to go. Was informed that there was a $3.00 to go charge and a gratuity would be added on the order cause it was over $100.00. After I checked the receipt, $18.35 was the gratuity. I thought it would be maybe $5.00. Very disappointed. Had I known this, I would have come into the restaurant and ate there had them provide me with service. I am a senior and that was definetly not right. I've already instructed my family not to get me gift card from Maple and Jam.“

“The best coffee made by Vito Brancatto! I now have my sister hooked and will travel from the South Side to join me for the best coffee. Mr. Brancatto will not disappoint.“

“This was a great place to eat! We tried it yesterday, during our trip, and were throughly pleased with it all. The restaurant looks great, service was fast, and the food was delicious. I’d recommend this to others.“

“The lemon ricotta cookies are amazing! Also Spimoni or Italian ice are delicious as well!“

“A very cozy neighborhood spot that is always welcoming to each and every customer. The coffee is always hot (or cold 😉) and the food and pastries are delicious. It’s a small town vibe in a big city, and you’ll want to stay every time you stop in!“

“Love this coffee shop! Easily some of the best lattes and staff in Oak Park.“

“This little bakery/cafe is a hidden gem! They have a huge variety of fruit teas and milk teas! their cakes and sweet treats are beautiful and super trendy! We love the can cakes and the ice taro mochi cakes!“

“AMAZING ITALIAN THIS SIDE OF THE MISSISSIPPI. God bless Nona & that entire family. 🇮🇹❤️“

“The food here is amazing especially regarding how many gluten free dishes they have. They have the largest gluten free dessert menu I’ve ever seen! So many delicious options that I just keep coming back. They also have a modern, but warm atmosphere that is delightful. This place is clearly a hidden gem and a must try!“

“My friend and I stopped in after seeing a video on social media and we’re so glad we did! The pizza was absolutely delicious — fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. We couldn’t resist trying the gelato too, and it was the perfect sweet ending. Phyllis was so friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. She checked in a lot to make sure we didn’t need anything extra. This is a neighborhood gem! Definitely worth the visit — we’ll be back soon to try other pizza and gelato flavors.“

“Súper recomendado exelente atención rica comida todo rápido los precio muy bajo hay 10/10“

“Food was plain tons of fat on my sandwich. Best part of the meal was the bread.“