Botanical Cafe Reviews
Submitted by Jo Brill on 02/14/2022
Jo Brill 5 stars rating.
We ventured here because of the special offer of Valentines' Tea. Such a lovely, cosy, welcoming spot! Delicious sandwiches (cucumber! caprese! prosciutto fig & chevre!) and pastry (lemon bars to die for) - unusual and delicious teas as well as a wide array of coffee drinks. We loved lingering among the healthy green and growing plants - a wide range for sale! - as did other customers. (Our favorite people to watch were an adorable trio of Gen Zs with their knitting.) All in all a charming way to honor the day with boo.
Brigid O’Brien 5 stars rating.
Super sweet staff & no exaggeration—amazing mouth watering quaking shaking coffee.
Submitted by Brigid O’brien on 07/05/2022
Jennifer Horning 5 stars rating.
What a great mix--plants and amazing coffee and food! They carry Conscious Cup, which has become my favorite coffee because of the flavor of course but also because it's an ethical business. I've bought a couple of plants there in recent months and both are doing well. I respect the Botanical Cafe's policy of continuing to require masks and vaccination cards. It's their option as a business in Chicago, plus it keeps their staff and patrons as safe as possible. That's the kind of business I want in my neighborhood.
Submitted by Jennifer Horning on 06/29/2022
Christel Ridao 5 stars rating.
Yay for plants, friendly service, and excellent drinks. Loved that the cafe sells Filipino flavored cookies (Ube and Pandan), supports LGBTQIA+ community, and appreciates health and safety. All good with the mask requirement since carrying a mask is easy!
Submitted by Christel Ridao on 06/11/2022
Ed Grochowiak 5 stars rating.
The coffee is always on point and the staff knows a whole lot about plants. I have bought two different types of spider cactuses from their store and have been very pleased. I always walk out with a very unique, one-of-a-kind plant. They also have gluten-free suites which are always a plus!
Submitted by Ed Grochowiak on 05/22/2022
Kelly Bartek 5 stars rating.
Such a cute cafe with a lovely ambience. The baristas were so friendly and my London fog tea latte was incredible! Definitely recommend!
Submitted by Kelly Bartek on 04/18/2022
Paul Harris 5 stars rating.
Botanical is one of the loveliest coffee shops around. Wonderful espresso roast and the baristas are well trained by one of the best in the biz. The plants are so well curated and the atmosphere is so nice. Really glad we can stay and have coffee inside again. We will be regulars here as long as we live.
Submitted by Paul Harris on 03/19/2022
Diana Horvat 5 stars rating.
What a cute little coffee spot! It was my first time trying it out & I’m very glad I did. I ordered the Lavender Latte & it was fantastic! I do plan to be back and get the signature Matcha drink. There weren’t really any places to sit during the time I visited, but that won’t stop me from coming back. I also like the idea of plants being everywhere. It made the experience that much cozier!
Submitted by Diana Horvat on 03/13/2022
Mallory Noelle 5 stars rating.
So yummy! The staff is super friendly and they make delicious lattes. I've tried the chocolate and almond croissants and loved both (almond is more filling). All the plants make it such a pretty atmosphere and its a lovely pick me up :)
Submitted by Mallory Noelle on 01/15/2022
Amelia Stone 5 stars rating.
This place was super cute, it was spacious and cozy (and warm for the plants, which was great contrast from the frigid weather outside). The employees were great! The sandwich and latte I had were both delicious. The plants for se seemed priced decently. I'll be going back!
Submitted by Amelia Stone on 01/08/2022
Renee Kumon 5 stars rating.
My new favorite coffee shop in the city! I love the atmosphere, the staff is super friendly, and everything I've tried was delicious. There were so many interesting flavors for lattes but I went with violet and it was amazing- the perfect amount of sweetness made with great coffee. I also got a sweet potato pastry that may have been one of the best pastries I have *ever* had and I need 1000 more. I have been telling everyone who will listen how amazing this place is and I can't wait to go back!
Submitted by Renee Kumon on 01/08/2022
Larry Buonaguidi 5 stars rating.
This is such a wonderful cafe -- they have some delicious breakfast and lunch sandwiches prepared fresh. Their drinks are just as amazing as the atmosphere. I love all the plants and the zen-like feeling I get when there. Definitely recommend this place if you haven't been!
Submitted by Larry Buonaguidi on 01/02/2022
Robert Pisciotti 4 stars rating.
Cool little coffee spot with lots of plants for sale. Staff was very friendly. Looking back, I wish I would have bought a plant for my home while I was there!
Submitted by Robert Pisciotti on 09/07/2021
Patrick Finn 5 stars rating.
Cozy little cafe and plant shop off of Lincoln. Nice atmosphere, friendly staff, and really great food!
The menu is simplistic, but you can tell it's carefully made. Even their grilled cheese had just a little something extra to make it stand out.
Not pictured, but also good, was their homemade cream of potato soup.
Submitted by Patrick Finn on 01/06/2020
Brad Bern 5 stars rating.
Solid new spot for the neighborhood! Had the Tomozz sandwich and was quite good! Minimal seating if it's busy may require take out. You can even grab some new plants during your visit, interesting concept. Wish they were open earlier on the weekend, 9am is s ok sometimes a bit late for my first cup
Submitted by Brad Bern on 01/04/2020
