11 Degree North

I stopped in for a quick coffee and breakfast sandwich to go. I got a carmel iced latte and their “Porkie” Breakfast Biscuit. The coffee was perfect, not too sweet like you get at other places. The biscuit came with bacon, sausage patty, egg and cheese on a drop biscuit. It was amazing! The servers are also really nice. I’m so glad I found this little Venezuelan cafe and can’t wait to come back and try their arepas!

So glad I finally stopped in here! I got an arepa and smoothie bowl. The arepa was absolutely delicious - the cheese, plantains, and beef were an incredible combo. I liked my açaí bowl, but it was a bit more bitter than I would have liked, so might have to try a smoothie next time!

Incredibly solid spot with Venezuelan sandwiches and specialty drinks. There are a lot of different arepas on offer and they are the perfect size for a breakfast or lunch sandwich. Both the drip and the specialty iced coffee were great. This is definitely a spot that warrants a return visit.

This place is PHENOMENAL!!! Best coffee I’ve ever had, EVER! I got this bacon, egg, and cheese biscuit and it was absolutely delicious! I’m obsessed and want to eat it ever morning!! The food was extremely fresh and the service was wonderful!! I have recommended it to all my clients and friends!!! MUST TRY!!!!

The vibe is cozy, a must on a 0* day. The coffee is hot, another must when the air hurts your face. The flavors are fantastic, a real treat!

Great spot for lunch or coffee! This was my first time eating here but I will be back. The prices are great - I spent $14 for a 16oz almond milk latte and an arepa, which is a great lunch deal. And although the place is small, there’s enough seating with large tables to work at for a few hours. I had the Island Pork arepa with pulled pork, plantains, goat cheese and red onions. It was fantastic! The latte was delicious as well.

It was very busy but I ordered a smoothie quickly and while I was waiting I ordered an arepa because they looked so good. The Tuti Twist was fresh and delicious! I enjoyed my smoothie as well, but consumed too quickly for a photo.

My new local favorite!!! I just moved to the area and this place has become my new favorite. Amazing matcha and smoothies, and the arepas are just delicious. Really good price for the area, super friendly workers and lovely seats by the window.

Came back for round 2 with my fiance and boy was he delighted. He ordered a breakfast arepa. After telling me how much he loves the food between bites he also made sure to tell me how much he looooves me and how good my recommendations are. I had to go for round 2 on the cheesie sandwich. After extensive breakfast sandwich research in the north side of Chicago, I can confidently say this is my favorite one. From my first bite to my last all I can think is "oh my god this is the best thing I've ever eaten". Demolished in 10 bites. And so satisfied. Horchata latte was not my taste, but that doesn't mean it's not yours, so definitely still try it and make your own opinion! 10/10 on my second visit

Just a "Dude" enjoying a Chicken Pelua Arepa includes fried plantains, gouda cheese and garlic cilantro sauce! Yum A new regular stop when in Lake View

All I can say is what a gem this place is! We'd been eating breakfast at a bagel place close to our hotel... every morning. The place is close and the food is good, but when I saw 11 Degrees North just a short walk the other way I knew we had to go. The space is small, but comfortable. Menus cover the walls and are readily available in yelp pictures. They also have a website with all breakfast and drink options listed with all details. We were the first ones in the door after they opened. After being greeted with a smile, we ordered coffee while we reviewed the menu. So many options! We opted for the Havana and Santa Monica arepas. As we were enjoying our coffee, our food was brought from the kitchen and they let us know to come pick it up. These sandwiches were huge and hot and so delicious. The way my Santa Monica was filled provided different tastes from the top to the bottom. Cheese, egg and bacon were the immediate stars. The sausage was large enough to make it nearly to the bottom of the arepa. The chive cream cheese was more towards the bottom, so that flavor kicked in a little later. The last couple of bites were mostly arepa, which was great. The corn flavor was very fresh. With so many options, 11 Degrees North will be our breakfast go to for the next couple of mornings before we head home.

Curiosity draws me to 11 Degrees North. It looks intimate. 11 Degrees North reminds me of a cafe that I would find in a small town or it would make a perfect backdrop for a film. Joseph uses Ritual, a food app to order for me lunch. Seeing that I follow a vegetarian diet, he orders the vegetarian bowl. This comes with sliced avocados, sliced mushrooms, tomatoes, and lettuce on top of a bed or rice. It tastes heavenly. When I go to pick up my order, the wait staff gives it to me quickly. No hassles and done with ease, I like that. Come to 11 Degrees North for lunch or supper. Bring friends, family or even a date.

Ordered a caribbean coffee. The creme of coconut and caramel is a mixed syrup, so you can't get less of one, and I prefer the real thing. But this place has the best pricing out of a lot of other cafes which is a win for a go to coffee place. Feel like i cant write an adequate review without trying their food, but hey my experience was great and the worker was super patient and helpful.

After passing this place for years we decided to check it out. Tucked between N Halsted and N Clark is an amazing little Venezuelan Arepa shop with great coffee. We stopped by around 10:30am just as the morning crowd was easing up and ordered the Havana, Island Pork, and La Pelua arepa. Honestly they are all so flavorful and filling you probably just need one per person, but each has a unique flavor. The staff was friendly and didn't rush us as we were browsing the menu. The pork is tender and flavorful while the arepa itself is gluten free but compliments the filling well. We also ordered the Caribbean Iced Coffee and the Dulce de Leche Latte. The Caribbean has coconut and coconut flavoring that you would think would be overpowering but actually isn't and adds a fun twist. The place itself only had about 6 tables and the food comes out in these little metal holders. The only issue we ran into was the table was a little sticky from a prior patron so we covered it with napkins while we ate.

11 Degrees North proved to be a very interesting spot in Lakeview! I loved the variety of flavors they had for coffee. I had a hot nutella latte and found it was also the most affordable one around, plus delicious. Not a coffee drinker? They also have a huge menu of smoothies - yum! For food I got the Santa Monica Arepa, with eggs, cheddar cheese, chive cream cheese, sausage, AND bacon. YUM! It was really tasty and a perfect size. They also offer bagel sandwiches, biscuit sandwiches, and tons of more lunch-y arepas. Plus, smoothie bowls! Honestly a ton of variety which was great. The girl working was also SO sweet and really great! The environment, while cute, intimate, and in a good location right on Belmont just E of Clark, wasn't the tidiest or cleanest. The tables were all crooked and just didn't contribute to a good feeling in the place. They also felt/looked dirty. After I wiped my table down I noticed someone nearby was also wiping theirs down, too. Maybe just how they looked? TL;DR: I think this place is great to swing by because the food & drinks & menu overall are great -- but maybe grab something to-go or just stop in quickly.

I got the arepa with Venezuelan styled scrambled eggs bacon and Caribbean cheese! My friend is 100% gluten free so it was great to find a small cafe with all gluten free options! They have a huge variety of combinations and I got an iced vanilla latte which was great too, I think my total was around $14 after tip so the price point is pretty good in my opinion the arepa was hot and fresh upon serving, was slightly difficult to eat just due to the size but overall great experience, mine could have used a bit more flavor, maybe a sauce added? But many arepas did come with a special sauce

Before today I only got smoothies at 11 degrees north. Probably some of the best in the area for the price and ingredients. The employees are always pleasant and it's pretty quick to place an order, check out, and recieve your order. It's a small little place but there is definitely plenty of seating for you to sit by yourself or grab a bite with a friend or two. It's in a really good spot too, right by the Belmont red line station so you can grab some breakfast on your way to work!

I can't say enough good things about this place. In terms of atmosphere, it's a very straightforward shop, a few tables, a service counter, and the menu on the wall behind the counter. Nothing amazing, but comfortable and welcoming with seats against the windows for people watching. It's worth noting they don't have a public bathroom, but the Target on the corner of Clark & Belmont does. The folks who work here have always been friendly, and for food made fresh it's remarkably fast. Okay, on to the food - at this point I've probably had every Arepa on the menu that doesn't have pork in it, and they have all been excellent. You get an absolutely overstuffed arepa and get to choose between eating it over the little holder or having some of the filling with a fork to make it a little more manageable before you tackle it. The ingredients are always high quality, and everything comes out VERY hot from being made fresh to order. I've had their bagel sandwiches as well and they are delicious, but if you're coming here and not getting the BEST AREPAS in Chicago then you are out of your mind. As far as beverages, I've tried a good number of the coffee drinks and their chai latte and they were all good. They use interesting combinations and definitely provide something a little different compared to other coffee spots in the city. If I lived nearby I'd probably make their coffee part of a normal ritual because it's very well executed. In terms of price - food is inexpensive for what you get - less than $15 for most items on the menu. Coffee is a little pricier, but considering the unique options I think it's well worth the price. This place is worth going out of your way for, and just 3-4 blocks West of the park, or a block and a half East of the Brown/Red line stop. Do yourself a favor and give it a try, it's a favorite stop in the city.

This place is spectacular! Small cafe with about 6 tables & a huge menu of different sandwiches, drinks, and smoothie bowls. I had the La Pelua Arepa and it was incredible. The shredded beef was so flavorful. My friends loved their biscuit & bagel sandwiches as well. It seems like you can't go wrong with what you pick - everything is amazing! Service was great, the woman behind the register gave me awesome recommendations.

Great neighborhood spot where you can come and grab and bite and drink, or juts grab a coffee and go. If you drive to this location note that it is in a busy location and parking can be scarce depending on the day. I believe it's family owned and they are friendly. I got a iced honey oatmilk latte and it was pretty good, solid flavor.

Love their arepas. I've been coming here for years and can always count on consistent quality, good customer service and a meal that is healthier than a lot of other nearby options.

Love it here :) delicious, affordable food with a comfortable atmosphere! I got the palm shade since I'm vegan and it was 4.5/5 - could use some type of sauce- but I think next time I come I will build my own with beans plaintains, avocado, and mushrooms! You order at the counter then they call your name when ready. My dad got the pabellon and loved it I think we ate in record time of 5 minutes.

Delicious. They have all the traditional flavors and some new combinations like bbq with goat cheese and plantains. If I lived here this would be a regular stop.

"We don't serve fast food, we serve fresh food as fast as we can" - sign behind the register. I ordered a build your own arepa with beef, cheddar cheese, tomato, avocado, and cucumber. It was worth all the hype that yall have been giving it on Yelp! Delicious. I also got a side of garlic cilantro sauce. I don't event like cilantro and it was amazing. My mom ordered the Venizia with beef and subbed the garlic cilantro sauce instead of pesto. She also was pleased. Her taste has pretty much been gone since covid but she said the texture and flavors she could taste were nice. Parking is street parking and we were lucky to find a spot right in front of the restaurant. The have wifi and their password is shesellsseashells lol. The seating is decent with five tables and two window bench areas. They do have a bathroom - you just have to ask. The service was impeccable - Josea was genuine and helpful. If you're looking for lunch in Lincoln Park, come here!

Please go check out 11 Degrees North if you have not already. The arepas are the best I've ever had, my favorite is the Pelua sandwich. It's a shredded beef sandwich with fried plantains and a cilantro sauce. They have a huge drink selection as well, I'm a huge fan of their lattes. The espresso is good quality and even the speciality drinks are really affordable. I'll definitely be back to try their smoothies in the near future. The employees are always very nice and the inside pretty spacious. There's lots of seating but sometimes it gets pretty packed. Definitely worth checking out if you're nearby :)

Arepas are an incredible food but not enough people are talking about them. 11 Degrees North has a lot of delicious options and I believe they're all gluten free. They're not really set up for sitting at the restaurant due to limited space but you can easily grab your food to go. I'd highly recommend everyone give it a try.

Love that they have a fair amount of vegetarian options, aren't too pricey, and don't charge fees for dining there or using a credit card. Seating is a bit limited inside. I had the Tropical Arepa (Black Beans, Caribbean cheese, plantains and avocado, $8.90) - a bit messy to eat but tasty. My husband had the Eggie Biscuit (2 fried eggs, avocado, pesto mayo, tomato and spring mix, $7.20).

Came here for a grab n go breakfast. I went with the Eggie biscuit sandwich. It was priced well for what you got. It only took 5-10 minutes to be served and I was out the door. The sandwich itself was just okay, I probably would have gone with the arepa to try something different than the biscuit. It needed a little cheese or hot sauce, neither of which I had while traveling. Service was friendly!

My coffee and sandwich were both amazing!! I will be back for sure. I got the pumpkin latte and the Santa Monica breakfast sandwich

This is a great spot! Food is always so fresh and well prepared. So many things to try. Excellent Service.

I had been wanting to try 11 degrees north for a while and it did not disappoint!! The arepas are large and filling but somehow still wasn't too heavy. I got the La Pelua which had shredded beef, plaintains, and Gouda cheese. It took quite a few minutes for the food to be ready (and each order one at a time) which is a sign of freshness in my book. I loved the texture of the arepa! They have a great menu of gluten free arepas, biscuit sandwiches, and even açaí bowls and smoothies. I was impressed with the variety of options! There are only a few tables inside but still room to sit and eat, just probably not the best vibe to sit and work for a while. I can't wait to come back and try more things! Definitely a new fav spot.

Extraordinary food, friendly service. No photo because we devoured our arepa! Chai latte with sweetness and the sting of real ginger.

Love it! Varied menu with a ton of sandwich options. Most are of the round and kind of crispy pita-like variety. Make sure to try one. Some are biscuits and bagels if you aren't as adventurous. Many smoothies and less-traditional drinks to explore. Venezuelan was the prevailing theme, but I'm not sure everything came from there. Food was amazing and servers were very nice. And, we already sent other people there today because of their gluten free options. Out-of-towner trying new places

Delicious overstuffed arepas. Hot and fresh in a fun ambiance Friendly service and city vibe check it out

Love this spot! Very friendly workers and cozy vibe! We have tried a few different kinds of arepas, as well as a few different kinds of donuts and all have been super fresh and amazing! We keep coming back for the Iced Chai spiced Horchata. So delicious!!

I had one of the traditional arepas Pabellón after the gym today and it was so delicious! Totally recommend this place and can't wait to try more

Service is amazing, People are very nice. Food is substantial, very tasty, especially the classic E.T. bagel with lox and cream cheese- Service is quick, variety is astonishing! There is definitely something for everyone here at 11Degrees North. I highly recommend anyone give them a try today!

I love this little gem so much! Their arepas are incredible (and filling) and the meat is out of this world (specifically pork and beef IMO). My faves so far are the Havana, Take it Easy, La Pelua. So grateful to have this place nearby to grab delicious, affordable food made with simple, natural ingredients. Their coffee is also amazing! Love the friendly and chill staff as well. Don't miss this spot!

AMAZING food and coffee!! Don't be put off by the nondescript exterior. It hides a diamond in the rough. The food! The staff! The coffee! It's a bit of gf nirvana!! The fact that it's Latinx owned makes it even better! We will be back every time we come into the city!

Best Arepa I've had in Chicago. Everything is so fresh, hot and wonderfully delicious. I loved that there's an extensive gluten free menu, especially for someone that is gluten intolerant. Service by the staff is kind, and though the food takes a minute to come out, it's definitely worth the wait. I recommend ordering a coffee to hold you over while you wait. The cortado is stellar!

Small business with a huge menu! :) I was a little discouraged they are only open for breakfast and lunch, but was blown away with the breakfast options when I was able to stop by over winter break! I absolutely loved everything about the Santa Monica arepa - The chive cream cheese is something special!! Service is a little slow because they are making everything from scratch, but they are up front about that and it's well worth the wait! Seating is pretty simple since it's counter service, but we found space for 6 people comfortably! Will definitely be back!

I had the mixed berry smoothie, and two donuts. I really liked the smoothie, they had a lot of really great options. The donuts were pretty on par for a decent Chicago cafe. Service was super nice, but it is a bit crammed in the space. There aren't a lot of seating options. I also wish there were more caffeine free options besides smoothies, as I am unable to have caffeine but love tea (so herbals, non-caffeinated teas are a great and usually common option). Super reasonably priced too, i'd say it's pretty on average. Nothing crazy fabulous.

Since I was up north, I swung by Amici (featured on Keith Lee) and said nope to the line. This spot came up on Yelp and I'm glad I came. An arepa is a sandwich made with hot water cornbread. The chicken was juicy and seasoned without being overwhelming. Everything was fresh and blended well. I also had a chai spiced horchata. I love chai and I love horchata, but it was not what I was expecting. A bit thick, and not the flavor profile I was expecting. Subtle worked for the chicken seasoning but not this drink. The space has seven tables and is very cute. Service is friendly. If I lived near I would add them to my lineup, especially for breakfast sandwiches. They also have an extensive cafe drink/smoothie selection.

GAS amazing food like ts filled me up and made me feel rejuvenated after having an event all night i don't even know what stress is anymore amazing amazing amazing

I love the quaintness of it. I go there to write sometimes. It can get pretty loud, but for me it's not a problem. Their coffee is so good and affordable. And the arepas and sandwiches are really wonderful too. A note: Seating is quite limited, and the space is not ridiculously gorgeous (weird overhead lighting) but everything else is amazing.

Came here for something to eat leaving Brown elephant. Cute space and warming smile from cashier. I got the Chicken arepa with mayo, cheese, and avocado. I wanted to like this sandwich so bad. The chicken was so fatty and no flavor but mayo. It was very mushy. The sandwich I thought would be hot/warm but no, it was almost cold. I waited 10 minutes and paid almost $12 just for this sandwich. It wasn't a good treat to myself. I couldn't finish it.

Great coffee and vibe. I had the rosemary honey latte and my friend got the dulce de leche latte. Both were great. Good hang out spit in boystown

Love this place so much that I came back the same day to eat another arepa!! Food is delicious, staff is friendly and they play good music!

This place is a staple for my husband and I. I moved to Chicago ~5 years ago and have been getting the Santa Monica Arepa delivered almost every Sunday for as long as I can remember. I'm celiac and finding a place that I can have an amazing breakfast is a luxury. Thank you 11 Degrees North for fueling my husband and I's Sunday hangovers for the past 5 years! Another note, is you cannot go wrong with anything on this menu. Their bagel sandwich's, more lunch centric arepas - all amazing.

In my constant quest for the "perfect" açai bowl. I have stumbled apon this Chicagoland gem. A short walk from the iconic Wrigley Field you will stumble apon a quant little Venezuelan breakfast place with great food and even better service. They have a vibrant menu full of cultural breakfast dishes, and phenomenal prices on a variety of coffee and tea products. Overall, this is my new go to morning spot in the Chi.

Holy shit. The catirota changed my life a little. Great food, great prices. 10/10 will be back!

Check out this cool little cafe, where they crank the flavor up to 11! 11 Degrees North is a Venezuelan restaurant with smoothies and arepas as the main things to get here. It has a pretty big menu for a small place. Good place for plant based choices. The prices aren't too bad on most things. Any of the smoothies are good. It has quite a few, with fresh ingredients. The one I got was the Bam Smoothie. It's about $7 for a small one. This is pretty thick though. It makes it seem like there's more in it. This has almond butter, avocados, blueberries, chia seeds, coconut water, and mangos. Full of protein and fruit flavor. The arepa I got was the Palm Shade. It's about $8 for arepas. This one has avocados, hearts of palm, hummus, mushrooms, red onions, and spring mix. It didn't look like much but there was a lot on it. This made a pretty satisfyingly good lunch. Has a few tables for indoor dining. It's a small place so it's not good for big groups. They currently are only open for breakfast and lunch and close early in the evening, so get here in time for some Venezuelan.

SO GOOD. The cheesie biscuit sandwich is legit the best quick breakfast I've had in the city and such a great price. Highly recommend! Service is great, everyone is so nice!

SOOOOO GOOOOD! I saw a review on The Food Guy and Steve was right, DELISH. I had the Pelua Arepa and Papelon Caribeann drink. The arepa was perfectly crispy and slightly chewy, well seasoned shredded beef with plantains for added sweetness topped with gouda. I mean, how can you not love that. The drink was a refreshing limeade. I am already looking at the menu to see what I want to try next time.

I work in the area and finally got the chance to try this place :) soooooooo good!!!! I had the 'island pork' if i remember correctly, it was pulled pork, plantains, and goat cheese. The staff was super sweet as well, and the wait wasn't too long. I was on my way to the movies, and I saved my arepa to eat there. The guy sitting next to me in the theater leaned over to tell me it smelled amazing and asked where i got the sandwich from. So delicious! So affordable! i will be back!

Ordered the Santa Monica breakfast arepa and the food came out very fast. The arepa was thin and crispy so kind of like an English muffin. They had a very large menu so I asked for a recommendation and went with the suggested. The space is a little small and they were extremely busy, but you barely notice because everything is quick.

Eleven Degrees was great! Tucked away in a cozy corner on Belmont, the warm atmosphere was inviting on a cold day. I ordered a chai latte and the Island Pork arepa, which were both delicious. The staff were super friendly when ordering and getting our food. The flavors in the arepa all blended together perfectly despite being so different. My one complaint would be that for the price I would've loved more food. Otherwise, I had a great experience dining here!