Reviews for Back of the Yards Coffeehouse in Chicago, IL
My husband and I were here when the coffeehouse first opened in 2017. Unfortunately, this place has gone downhill. I was excited... to try their sticky buns again but unfortunately the pastry menu is pretty much nonexistent. The outdoor patio area that weenjoyed so much is now closed indefinitely and the staff was rude and uninviting. They claimed that they couldn't give us realceramic cups but then proceeded to give it to another customer. There was no music or ambiance and the girl behind the countertotally forgot my breakfast sandwich in the microwave. I had to remind her 10 minutes later that I never received it. We werethere to celebrate the 5 year anniversary of our first date. I'm saddened that our experience was less than stellar. Read more
A well coffee shop. Inside is a little tight but their is outdoor seating. Espresso is good and costed over $2 which is well... worth it. Service is great and apparel are available for purchase! Read more
Ugh I so did not want to be disappointed but I was! A friend had recommended this coffeehouse and I was so excited to try it... out. If I lived nearby this is a coffeehouse I'd love to swing by to get a yummy cup of coffee, but it's not a place I wouldrecommend if you planned on staying a while. The indoors area was small with pretty awkward seating options. The menu waspretty extensive but they only have one decaf option. The coffee was good, but the rest of the experience was meh. When I walkedin there was no one behind the bar and the employee was fairly short and uninviting. I did love all the community engagementoptions they had as far as binders with resources and local art. Read more
We dropped by for a take out order of: - Xocolatte: I got this iced with almond milk. It's pretty smooth and creamy. It's not... really sweet. Although I don't like super sweet coffee, I think it might be better with a sweetener to bring out the chocolateflavors. - horchata: not sure if the barista gave us a vegan one on mistake or forgot to add the dairy but it tasted and lookedlike sweet cinnamon water. Not necessarily bad, but not what I expected for an Horchata. Service was quick (no one was there)and to the point. I will be returning to give this place another try! Any recommendations, please let me know! Read more
The staff was really friendly. The Cafe was super cute and like a great place to sit and relax. I ordered an iced horchata latte... with oat milk and an egg, bacon, and jalapeño kolache-- both delicious. Would definitely come back again to try something elseand one of their lonches. Read more
Their horchata cold brew is amazing and the sandwich I had was also great. The coffee bags are reasonably priced and they have a... variety to select from. It?s a minority owned shop that deserves and earns its business! Read more
Great little coffee shop in the area of Back of the Yards. They have a fantastic hot chocolate and tasty sandwiches. There is... also a printer that works via Print With Me in the café. The people working there were very friendly and the atmosphere isrelaxed. Read more
This place is for sure a hidden gem. Went there with some friends on Saturday morning. The coffee was excellent. The employee... working at that time was easy to work with. The xocolate was delicious!! Will definitely go again. Read more