Sawada Coffee Reviews
Submitted by Dylan Ivanov on 06/23/2022
Dylan Ivanov 5 stars rating.
Long time favorite of mine for coffee in the city. 10-15 minute walk from the heart of Chicago and hidden away behind a sticker-filled door. Drinks have never disappointed me and the ambiance is like no other. There is also a hidden restaurant downstairs as well as one in the lobby area. Be sure to check this place out!
Harika Booragadda 5 stars rating.
Stopped by for an afternoon coffee fix and asked about their flavor options and was intrigued by the black sugar one. I got a black sugar iced latte and it was perfect. Black sugar has a bit more molasses to it than brown sugar, and combined really well with their espresso and milk!
Submitted by Harika Booragadda on 07/31/2022
Shefali Kosambia 4 stars rating.
Good Vibes only place! There was a queue on a Saturday morning but was worth the wait. Vibes are so good and best I loved that they have cold water with glasses kept at starting. I ordered a military latte; it was coffee, and matcha tasted good. Wifi is available to grab coffee and work
Submitted by Shefali Kosambia on 07/23/2022
Vee Ly 5 stars rating.
This place is amazing! We got their iced Matcha Military Latte, Black Camo Latte and Matcha Doughnut. It was all absolutely delicious. My husband likes his drink not too sweet and I love my drink sweet but both matcha Military latte and black camo latte was a perfect sweetness for both of us to share! Out was amazing! Their matcha doughnut was soft and not too sweet either! It was just perfect! And the waiting and seating area was so nice, clean ans beautiful! We love everything about this place!
Submitted by Vee Ly on 06/20/2022
Fayth K 5 stars rating.
Some of the most deliciously creative coffee and matcha drinks around, not to mention the beauty of the Military Latte when you order it inhouse. The Hi Five Mocha has a hint of shishito pepper, which likens it to a Japanese version of a Aztec/Mayan Mocha - it's spicy. Service is efficient and friendly, they can easily answer any questions you have about their specialty coffee drinks, and they offer a selection of dairy milk alternatives. Bonus: They usually have a limited selection of doughnuts from Doughnut Vault. Great place.
Submitted by Fayth K on 05/17/2022
Sara Cathi 4 stars rating.
I got the military latte, matcha latte and matcha donut. Military latte is a matcha latte with a shot of espresso. Honestly, I was skeptical but it was so good! The matcha and espresso go well together. I’d be interested to try it iced the next time I go. The matcha latte was not too sweet, which is how I like my matcha lattes. The matcha donut was good, but I could not taste the matcha very well. Overall, the vibes were great and there was a random bbq place in the back.
Submitted by Sara Cathi on 04/30/2022
anne 5 stars rating.
The military matcha latte was very unique! (Matcha with a shot of espresso) There are lines for the cafe, and sometime seating is limited because the other seats are for those who eat the bbq.
Submitted by Anne on 03/20/2022
Robert Cerda 4 stars rating.
This is a good coffee shop. The coffee is good. Food selection seems limited but I was in a hurry and didn't explore too much. The shop should work on quickening the service. Service was slower than expected for a coffee shop.
Submitted by Robert Cerda on 03/05/2022
Michael Braniecki 5 stars rating.
Had lattes and a pastry here during a trip to Chicago in October 2021. Everything was excellent, staff were friendly, atmosphere is great. Will definitely come back. This was in my top 2 lattes I had during our whole trip to Chicago.
Submitted by Michael Braniecki on 02/14/2022
Nicole Feest 5 stars rating.
If you are in the area grab a military matcha! I am sure by now everyone knows of how wonderful this place is. I visited twice on my last trip to Chicago. Believe it or not we don't have a place in the Twin Cities that does this.
Submitted by Nicole Feest on 01/26/2022
Leah K 5 stars rating.
Love Sawada!! I swear they have the best iced matcha latte in the city. I make it a point to come here whenever I’m near west loop and sometimes even when I’m not. Love the vibe, workers are friendly, and of course there’s easy access to green st smoked meats! Definitely a must try in Chicago.
Submitted by Leah K on 01/15/2022
Rovik Robert 5 stars rating.
Cosy coffee spot with not much seating but a busy crowd. Matcha latte-focused menu which allow a decent level of permutations across sugar, milk and others. Military latte was creamy and had a good espresso kick.
Submitted by Rovik Robert on 12/31/2021
Buna Fallen 5 stars rating.
Well executed and clean drinks. Masks required as stated at the door, at time of my visit card only and take out only. Got the military latte as pictured up close and the black camo latte pictured from afar. Long lines to be expected but the wait is worth it. Took less than 15 to make it from the door to the counter. Friendly staff and relaxed and cozy atmosphere. Feels like an upscale version of your friends garage for their band if you know what I mean. They do have alternatives to milk available and CBD additional.
Submitted by Buna Fallen on 12/28/2021
Yasmina R 5 stars rating.
I tried the Military latte there and it was absolutely delicious (matcha latte with a shot of espresso in it!). Although I found it weird at first, it was surprisingly very good! I also got a matcha doughnut that was very tasty as well. I will definitely try it out again!
Submitted by Yasmina R on 12/03/2021
Da-Wang Wu 5 stars rating.
Highly recommend the military latte. It’s a mix of coffee and matcha latte - although it sounds weird, it actually has a very nice and special flavor. Would recommend to have lunch at Green Street Smoked Meats right next to Sawada coffee, and then come here for a cup of military latte. Walking around the west loop area was also pretty nice!
Submitted by Da-wang Wu on 11/13/2021
