Took the family here while on vacation in Chicago and even though the kids can be picky at times, they loved every bite. I only wish there was a place like this by where I live.
I had the best iced latte here today - the "sweet bee". It's made with condensed milk and honey and is so sweetly refreshing! The service is really good too. It was the Barista who recommended this drink to me after I asked him for a latte on the "sweeter side".
Lots of great milk options for everyone. Coffee is delicious ? The breakfast was amazing.
This is my favorite shop to get smoothies and their delicious arepas. First time was Ocean Breeze, then Take it Easy, Venezia, Havana, and Bird of Paradise and they are so delicious! ?I recommend this cafe to anyone who likes delicious arepas, smoothies, and coffee in the mornings and for lunch! Service is good and the workers are friendly :)
Great food, aloof, rude, bizarre employees. Takes 45 minutes to make a bagel, incorrectly, while they mean mug you. Delivery order didn't show and manager instructed me to call uber support, no thought given to the fact I still wanted food. Really tried to like this place over the years but the strange, "that's your problem" staff disappointed one too many times.
I came across this place omw to Ann Sathers (In search of cinnamon rolls) and I saw the decals and seating near the windows so I had to come in. It's my bday and my tradition is to explore and I found the X that marks the spot. It's small enough to be cozy but open enough to feel comfortable. The use of painted pallets for the menu and wood decor made me feel like I went on a trip to a cool beach town. I had the Ocean Breeze arepa which is the perfect name because its fresh, bright, herbaceous, and lively. The arepa was the perfect breakfast sandwich to flow with the vibe I got from this place. And not to forget to mention, the Caribbean iced coffee was a perfect pairing smooth and slightly sweet with present notes of coconut and caramel. This place deserves to be considered a must stop place to visit when coming to Chicago or looking for a breakfast that's different but so familiar. I just wished I live around the corner to stop by every day.
I need to stop by again and order an arepa (looks like it may be best ordered ahead) but the donut and tea I had were excellent, and the atmosphere was great! Try to arrive early if you have your heart set on seating, though - it fills up fast!
Had “Tropical” sandwich: beans, avocado, plantains and cheese. Takes a while to make, is kind of a mess to eat, but was the best tasting thing I’ve had in a while.
Riquísimo! Incredibly delicious arepas and coffee. Highly recommend this place! Amazing Venezuelan style arepas. I loved the Bird of Paradise! ??
Enjoyed my first visit at this café. The B.A.M smoothie is delicious and fresh. The Palm Shade arepa is tasty! The café offers food and drinks for people with dietary needs. I recommend a visit to this café if you live or visit the Lakeview neighborhood. ??