Reviews for espressamente illy in Chicago, IL
I have seen their espresso advertised in magazines and online. I've also seen their machines at high end kitchen stores. Thought... I would finally try out the coffee. I had their version of a nitro, which I think they called a cold press aria. They actuallylet me choose how much foam and bubbles I wanted! Not used to that. It was only a 12 oz glass, but I got the same caffeine kickthat I usually do from the 16 oz, so I'm not sure if that's because of the caffeine content or some sort of placebo effect.Either way, the barista was knowledgeable and the entire space was small but comfortable. This is tucked right in the corner ofthe NBC Tower and you can enter from either the street or the lobby of the tower. Read more
Great coffee and friendly service! The breakfast sandwiches are really good
Illy?s clean dining room is unfortunately hampered by atrocious coffee and food. With so many other great options downtown, this... place is hardly worth your time. Read more
Friendly staff, average prices, excellent coffee, and fun views! In addition, you could definitely post up and work. It?s a bit... off the beaten path (AKA Michigan Ave) so it is quieter. It would also be a fun place to meet with friends. They have pastriesand abbreviated food menu. The photos are from the window facing south. Read more
Thought I'd check this place out, since I'd never been. I was disappointed. The decor is nice, so is the view. The fact that... it's in the NBC building is also pretty cool. My coffee, however, was not. It was overpriced, for one. I got an iced cafemocha. There was this grainy chocolate sand sludge at the bottom that made it utterly unpleasant. None for me thanks. Read more
Great coffee... If you tied of the large lighter Americano or Starbucks coffees this is the place to come. Not so busy (when I... came anyway) so you can chill or work. They also sell sandwiches and Italian sweets. Think it's the only one (that I found) inChicago. Read more
Really quite a nice coffee shop as far as chain cafes go. It doesn't have that unique cozy home feel that I love in a coffee... shop, but it is nevertheless comfortable, trendy, and in a great location. Above all, staff are friendly and welcoming and thecoffee and treats are delicious. Read more
The staff that works in the mornings here seriously brighten my day (2 women in the front, and a male pastry chef). I go in just... to grab a delicious coffee and chat with them around 8 am a couple of times a week. They know the name of my dog and remember myorder every time. They are fun, hilarious, and efficient. They keep that place running in tip top shape even when it is reallybusy. I also love vanilla latte's (iced or regular) and the vanilla they use here is delicious, way better than Starbucks. Welove it and will keep coming back again and again. Read more