Cafes near Wilmette

“Now let me tell you it’s hard to please a person like me with some quality fast food. I walked into Panera today after not eating Panera since my bro ate a piece of plastic here in 09, I can say I’m definitely coming back. I absolutely slobbered down this chargered lemonade. I also gobbled down some delicious creamy soup. Let me say if you need some energy after being on your knees all day get the charged lemonade! Everyone here is nice this is a great place! Love the creamy soup swishing in my cheeks#panera is awesome everyone come here!“

“Amazing food and drinks, so many games to play off-the-shelf, and the staff members are super friendly. It's more than a Cafe, it feels like a cozy board game community that we just can't get enough of. Stay & Play is a great time, every time!“

“I have no doubt his place is going to be amazing.“

“Best coffee shop in IL, hands down. Pastries on point and rotate often. Espresso is always dialed in excellently. Been coming here since 2022 & never done me wrong, not once. Drew behind the bar has immaculate vibes among his other great baristas! Patio is a great spot too! Love the umbrellas!!!

Cocktails are bomb too, espresso martini & carajillo were awesome! HH from 3-6 has great beer choices!“

“This is a small neighborhood restaurant with excellent service and food. There is a nice selection of sandwiches. The daily specials which usually include a homemade soup with fresh bread are delicious and priced very economically. They also have homemade breads and deserts, all of which are very good.“

“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 little cafe ! Typical food from South America ( Venezuela and Colombia ) , they serve great coffee as well. I also had a smoothie called “ cocada” made with coconut and condensed milk and cinnamon in the top that was incredibly delicious! They have a typical sandwich made with “ arepas” that is absolutely delicious! I highly recommend this cafe !“

“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.“

“so yummy! great atmosphere“

“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!“

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

“Great coffee and savory items are delicious.“

“Nice, grab-and-go, empanada joint. I love their empanadas. They're so good and go great with an abuelita hot cocoa!

Vegetarian options: There are vegetarian options.

Parking: You can park on the streets for free or pay for parking with an app.

Kid-friendliness: Yes.“

“Amazing selection of games. You have to pay a fee to play and there’s also a good minimum per person. That part was kind of a drag because wed just had dinner and weren’t remotely hungry. I asked if we could just pay extra instead of wasting food and we were told that wasn’t an option. It would also be great if they had more variety on their food menu. It kinda sucked to pay $5 for a bowl of pretzels. I don’t expect a meal but if I have to spend $10, more options would be cool.

If the owners are reading this, please give folks the option of paying a higher table fee instead of wasting food! Still a great place with a nice, chill vibe. We’ll definitely be back.“

“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 😊😊“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ If you’re looking for a little slice of New Orleans, Junebug Cafe is the place to be! From the moment you walk in, the aroma of rich, smooth coffee fills the air, and the first bite of their Louisiana hand pies or fluffy, powdered-sugar-dusted beignets will transport you straight to the French Quarter. The flavors are authentic, the atmosphere is warm, and every sip and bite feels like a celebration. Don’t miss out on this hidden gem—your taste buds will thank you! ☕✨ Start your morning with a little taste of New Orleans right here at Junebug Cafe! #JunebugCafe #TasteOfNOLA #BeignetsAndCoffee #CafeVibes“

“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.“

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

“This place is keeping me awake and fresh to get me thru my workday! I love walking over for an afternoon Sportea and potato chips. My new fave go-to!“

“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."“

“I've been going since I was 10, my all time favorite coffee shop! I 100% reccomend going if ur a book worm or even want to hear some nice live music to listen to!“

“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.“

“I was over around this place because of work saw a line around the corner knew I had to try it eventually made my way back. Couldn’t be happier that I did oh my goodness this place is absolutely freaking incredible!!! completely fresh local ingredients, pastries, absolutely incredible sandwiches, homemade soda pops. 🤯🔥🔥🔥 a definite must try!!!! I cannot wait to go back very soon!!!“

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

“Khepri duo Salad was delicious“

“After ordering a Brooks saddle tool in May, and reaching out to them in July after not receiving it, I received an email of refunding my cash, and a shipment email for the tool. If I get it, ok. If I don’t, ok. I understand times are crazy, yet communication is key. In an instant gratification society, we must be patient. Good luck with your business, be safe, and stay healthy ☮️“

“Was in Chicago while my fiancé was having a medical procedure, so while killing time I was looking for a solid espresso shop option and a Reddit post recommended here. It didn’t disappoint! The barista made an excellent suggestion, I had asked them if they recommended anything and to be honest I don’t remember what it was called. 🤣 But it was delicious and made extremely quickly.“

“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.“

“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!“

“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 🙏“

“Best coffee had to wait but it was worth it“

“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.“

“Best pie I have had in Chicago“

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

“Great espresso and amazing staff!“

“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).“

“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!“

“Wake n bakery is a the best place not only in the lake view wriggley area to grab delicious infused or non infused sweets, as well as some great drinks, but to also enjoy the vibes. I have never set foot in here when the staff wasn’t kind and welcoming and extremely helpful in making a decision on what to get for my night“

“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 ?“

“Intimate setting with great staff who are always welcoming and warm. Their cocktails aren’t just thrown together; they take weeks to perfect their recipes with the final product being works of art. Their Old Fashioned is my favorite so far and the mango shrimp is my favorite entree. Their lavender/mint tea latte is unique, luscious and calming. Save room for Diego’s homemade desserts, they are luscious! Great food, great cocktails, great staff, great ambiance.“

“This Japanese-inspired cafe offers amazing desserts and ice cream. We tried the matcha ice cream toast, and it was fantastic. The toast was creamy and paired perfectly with the ice cream, creating a delicious combination. They have plenty of seating areas inside.“

“Had a fantastic BLT sandwich 🥪“

“Enjoyed a chocolate covered rose latte on the Valentine’s special menu and it was delicious. Subtle flavors and not too sweet.“