Blue Bottle Coffee

Such a cute coffee shop. Lots of space for co-working environment. Or you can just sit in people-watch with the bar-seating at the windows. The service was impeccable. The barista’s were very kind and warm and welcoming. They are also very fast. I got a café mocha and it was absolutely delicious. Not too sweet and perfectly warm.

This Blue Bottle is awesome. Sitting just right by the Chicago river, the shop gets lots of sunlights and the gorgeous city view out from the windows. They also have some dozen seats or so, therefore you could usually find a table for yourself.

Blue Bottle Coffee stands out as a true gem for coffee lovers seeking a focused and high-quality café experience. From the moment you step inside, the commitment to a minimalist aesthetic is clear and effective.The design is a masterclass in calm, clean sophistication. With a palette of soft neutrals, natural materials like wood and concrete, and uncluttered spaces, it creates an atmosphere that feels both modern and serene. This intentional simplicity shifts the focus squarely to what matters most: the coffee and the people serving it.

I love Blue Bottle cafes and coffee, but this one specifically is so well located! It’s by the river, the indoor space is bathed in light. There is an outdoor space to sit by the river, it’s so nice. They have good pastries too.

Snow falling outside, warm cup in hand, and a quiet corner to work and read. Calm, focused atmosphere that makes time slow down in the best way. One of those places that turns bad weather into a reason to stay longer.

Delicious coffee first of all, which makes it enough. But in top of that there’s good food too, amicable staff, beautiful people from all over town or tourists walking in, splendid terrace, amazing people-watch location. And yeah, again, great coffee ☕️

Blue Bottle is a favorite of mine, and while visiting from out of town, this location truly stood out. From the moment I walked in, I was met with so much kindness. Mila—thank you for making my day start on such a great note. You are truly a light!

The space is really lovely! A spot to sit, enjoy the river view, and get some work done. It has a calm, welcoming atmosphere that makes it ideal for working or relaxing. However, the food and drink experience was a bit underwhelming and overpriced. The menu is quite simple with limited options. I ordered an avocado toast and asked to add an egg on the side. The cashier seemed a bit new and had trouble getting the order right — it took some time, and he accidentally made it a to-go order when I had asked to dine in. The table I sat at hadn’t been cleaned — it still had dishes from the previous guests — so I had to ask someone to clear it. As for the food, the avocado toast had a strange bitter aftertaste, and the mocha wasn’t great either. To make things worse, the mocha alone was $8.50, which felt very overpriced for the quality. Overall, I wouldn’t go back for the food or drinks, but I’d still return just for the ambiance. It’s a beautiful, peaceful space — perfect for working or enjoying the view by the river.

Such a cute spot! Always very quick and friendly too! The iced matcha latte here is my favorite!! It is so smooth and the perfect green color. This time I topped it with cold foam and this is a game changer. The cold foam is incredible, the texture is perfect!

Always a good experience here. The space is clean, bright, and beautifully designed, with big windows that let in tons of natural light -- making it a great spot to work or relax with a cup of coffee. The coffee and food are solid -- nothing over the top, but consistently good. The service is friendly and efficient, which I really appreciate, especially when it gets busy. It can get crowded during peak hours, but if you snag a seat, it's the perfect place to settle in for a bit.

Blue Bottle Coffee impressed me with how distinct the espresso was--sweet, layered, and carrying clear blueberry notes that stood out right away. I enjoyed the Americano more than the pour over, though I always appreciate when a barista makes a pour over manually. The service was excellent. The staff were friendly, patient, and took time to answer all of my questions about their beans and brewing process, which made the experience even better. The location itself is beautiful year-round--it's the kind of café you can enjoy whether you're looking for a quick coffee stop or a place to settle in. Overall, a memorable visit that makes me want to return.

This is a cute little minimalist coffee shop right downtown. The customer service was very good, and they are moving pretty efficiently because they were pretty busy. The pastries looked fresh and tasty. The coffee, I believe I got a mocha, was pretty good, not overly sweet. They even did a cute heart with the foam. They also serve tea and hot chocolate. If I'm in the area again, I would return. It looks like they are official with the roasting, and they have a brand. It was a good-quality cup of coffee that I enjoyed on an early morning.

Sadly, I'm not sure what all the fuss is about. Except the great view. It's a very sterile coffee house. The coffee was fine, but the breakfast sandwich was not good. The bacon was raw so I asked them to remake it or fry up a side of bacon for me to replace it on the sandwich. They offered to remake it, but honestly, I wouldn't order it again.

First time going to this location and I have to definitely go back more often at least while I'm in the office to take a break from being inside of the office. I do think their latte is a little bit overpriced cause that was 8 something for just a 16 ounce of ice latte I do like that. I already came with with oat milk so I didn't have to make a substitution but I typically like almond milk in my lattes but that would've made it nine dollars so I just kept it as the oat milk. I went around 3 PM. It was pretty quiet in there not super busy. I did order through the app that way I didn't have to wait in line just in case they were busy, but walked in and grabbed my drink and that was it. Staff is super cool and nice. Spoke to me even though I didn't order directly with them so that was nice.

I came in a weekday afternoon. The cafe is spacious filled with natural light, thanks to the large windows. There are plenty of seating options - sofa seats, windows seats, and outdoor seats. So you can surely suit yourself with whatever mood you feel like. I have some sentiments towards Blue Bottle because I lived in San Francisto for several years, where it started as tiny valley shops. I used to sip their coffee standing - there weren't even chairs lol. So the first time I saw one in Chicago a few years ago, I was so surprised to see it standing nowadays as such a polished, modern space. If you've had Blue Bottle in California back in the early days, then you'd know they are good for LATTEs. Any sort of latte. Their beans have a milder taste comparing to some other brands that are good for espresso. I also tried their avocado toast. The flavor's decent, nothing fancy. Baristas were friendly. It was a rainy day, and it's very soothing to just sit by the window, watch the city outside, sip my coffee and do a bit writing. I've had other days sitting outdoor by the river, watching boats pass by. Anyway, it's a great spot to spend some time.

I ordered the NOLA shakerato. The 16oz was $10.34. Which personally is a bit pricey for a coffee in my opinion. It was tasty but not that good. Def a decent place to work with lots of tables

ASH & JESSE'S CHICAGO CRAWL '25 Ranked #5 out of 15 This was our third coffee spot this particular day so our stomachs already hated us and we were fighting for our lives. But we were particularly interested in Blue Bottle, despite the fact my partner who lives in California already has tried it, because we saw they had an Orange Cream NOLA latte special going on while we were in Chicago. Sadly when we get there, the cashier let us know they're actually starting the special next week-- despite it being on the online ordering menu or maybe it was for the other location nearby. Besides that, I believe the cashier recommended us a blackberry yuzu latte? That was insanely good-- subtle but still citrusy. So I am glad we still stopped in. We couldn't get a pic of anything because we had to rush to Mr. Beef. But the staff was friendly, the cafe is so chic, and the views outside are insane. Also they use paper cups for their iced drinks here which I am a big fan of. I'm hoping I can try the NOLA Latte next time I am in Chicago.

My friend and I stopped by since it was very close to our hotel, and we heard good things about their iced lavender yuzu latte. Unfortunately it was a miss for me. I couldn't taste any lavender yuzu flavor whatsoever, and the espresso was also very weak. Aside from the coffee, the interior did seem very bright and inviting, and looked like a really nice place to work or chill with friends.

Blue Bottle serves great coffee, but it is definitely on the pricier end. I ordered the NOLA Cold Foam which was creamy and sweet, as well as a Breakfast Sandwich with hot sauce - not bad, the hot sauce was good. The Wolf Point location seems to be the largest in Chicago with plenty of seating and great aesthetics. The staff were friendly and the place was kept very clean. They have free WiFi but it's so slow I don't even know if it works.

This coffee shop has some amazing offerings! The winter blend and winter espresso both sounded divine. The winter blend has notes of dark chocolate, molasses and blackberry while the winter espresso features flavors of dark chocolate, raspberry and salted toffee. I ultimately went with the winter latte which also had hints of juniper and pink peppercorn and wasn't overly sweet. The coffee is a perfect roast and the latte was just beautifully balanced in flavor and depth. The shop itself is airy and bright and they had plenty of seating available for catching up, people watching, or studying. Our cashier was little standoffish but knowledgeable on the menu while the baristas were very quick yet polite. If you need a good cup of coffee, Blue Bottle is definitely a must try!

4.8 stars if that was a possible rating. The staff is always friendly the vibe of the place is upbeat yet still chill. The latte is what my husband gets and the aroma and flavor hit the spot every time.

The coffee was great, but the staff and service left much to be desired. I visited this location while in Chicago and was really looking forward to it. The line was long, which was expected, so we waited patiently. However, when it came time to order, the employee was rude and standoffish, which caught me off guard. Just be prepared for poor customer service at this location. I ordered the iced sweet latte which was yummy. It's my go to when I come to blue bottle. I really enjoyed it. Luckily we were taking our drinks to go, so didn't need to sit inside and deal with the employees longer than 10 mins.

I got their seasonal cherry blossom latte and I was expecting it to be on the sweeter side with some floral notes but it really just tasted like a regular latte. My friend also got the cherry blossom latte but with matcha and it was way sweeter so I would get that next time.

We swung by blue bottle to get some coffee to lift our spirits on a cloudy Chicago day. I love this location way more than the Michigan ave location. This location is more spacious, clean, the ordering process is hassle free and the view is unparalleled. Although the menu is limited at blue bottle, whatever options they have are amazing. We tried their chai latte this time and trust me when I am saying that this was the best chai latte I have ever had. We were really looking forward to trying the cherry blossom latte but it was out of stock for the day. The service is fast and there is plenty of seating. I love the overall vibe of this blue bottle location!

I stopped by Blue Bottle Coffee and tried the Everything Croissant along with the seasonal Cherry Blossom Latte. The latte had a nice balance of light floral notes, espresso, and milk, with freshly grated ruby milk chocolate adding a subtle berry-like sweetness. The cherry and white tea flavors were delicate but noticeable.The Everything Croissant was a great savory complement-flaky, buttery, and packed with tlavor.Beyond the food and drinks, the minimalist vibe stood out. The space was clean and well-designed, with great music creating a relaxed atmosphere. The staff was friendly and helpful, offering solid recommendations. Overall, a great experience.

The coffee was great! The atmosphere was relaxing with a great view of the river. Coffee here is very simple....they offer simple syrup and regular sugar. This coffee is so good it can stand on its own. The avocado toast was also very good.

Not bad, everything is about what you would expect. Prices are high compared to other cafes, but you're basically paying for the great environment and location. I didn't get a seasonal drink, but it seems as someone who enjoys a unique flavored drink would enjoy the coffee here more than I did. Service was ok, not bad but not great either. Overall would come again just for the vibes and the views.

After a busy day strolling through the One-of-a-Kind popup at the Merchandise Mart next door, we popped in to the Blue Bottle to recharge before we headed out. As always, the smell of freshly roasted and ground beans welcomed us as soon as we entered the door. One hot chocolate, one affogato, and a NOLA affogato later, we were sitting by a window and watching the crowds wandering North of the River. Slow and easy, we relished every bite and felt the energy building back up before we headed out into the blustery late afternoon. Thank you Blue Bottle for a great recharge!

Woke up super early on a Sunday and decided to start the day with a coffee date here. The person serving us was clearly not having a good day, which I can empathize with. However, for the price I'm paying I shouldn't feel like an inconvenience and I should absolutely not be getting stale food. The coffee is mid, def not worth venturing back here. What's crazy about the whole ordeal is that I've gone to the nyc locations several times and during busy periods and have enjoyed their coffee and pastries enough to want to come to this location even though it was out of the way.

What a demur place for a cup of hand crafted coffee. You would never know this place was here unless you literally googled it. The product the brand is great. We did have to wait long. The drinks are not like your typical coffee spots definitely a smaller menu and not crazy shots and sizes flavors and offerings. Very clean and easy on the eyes. The only thing that would have mattered would be if my croissant was heated other than that I'd be back.

I've been a fan of blue bottle coffee for the New Orleans coffee since I tried it 2 years ago! The flavor is very unique and balanced sweetness. I don't see on the menu so I'm not sure if it's like a secret drink. Their bakery selection is also tasty especially the croissant. I love coming here while taking a nice long walk.

More like 3.5!!! I absolutely loveeee coffee at Blue Bottle and especially their take on the seasonal coffee drinks. But it leaves me torn between my love for their coffee and the strain it brings on my wallet. This place can't be your everyday-go-to coffee place unless you're ready to shell out steep price that is $10+ tip for 12 oz cup. I tried their seasonal Saffron Vanilla Latte. The divine aroma of saffron complemented well with sweet notes of vanilla. 5/5 for the coffee. This location is fairly spacious compared to Tribune tower one. It's clean, neat, upscale, very roomy. However, it's still always packed and the location is so good, I'd rather get my coffee, come out of the coffee shop and sit outside, overlooking or by the Chicago river. Apart from the hefty price, only reason I'm chopping off one more star is because my barista was unfriendly and looked so disinterested in taking my order, didn't greet/smile at all. Overall, I'll say this coffee undeniably falls under premium coffee; it's not your regular coffee shop.

First time going to a Blue Coffee Café. This one has a minimalistic feel to it, just like an Apple store. Clean lines and great tasting coffee. They have a variety of coffee from around the world and good seating inside or out with a beautiful view of downtown Chicago.

Beautiful cafe by the River! My girlfriend and I checked out Blue Bottle Coffee's Wolf Point location and noticed how aesthetic and spacious the cafe is. The interior and space caught us by surprise because it looked like it would be small from the outside, but there were tons of seating and space inside. The interior was very modern and the space was very clean. They have tables all around the cafe and the bathrooms in the back were very nice as well. We ordered the OJI Slow Drip and the Iced NOLA (Iced New Orleans Coffee) The OJI Slow Drip was recommended to us and the drink is a Japanese-style cold brew served over ice. The OJI Drip has a very bold and strong flavor, but we liked the drink a lot!The Iced NOLA is our go to order and it always hits the spot. Overall this Blue Bottle Coffee location is a beautiful and spacious cafe with top notch service and drinks. Highly recommend checking out this spot to catch up on work or for some good coffee!

My sweet latte made with almond milk was AMAZING & I don't usually favour almond milk! The place is very open & spacious. There are many, many seats & different types of seating arrangements (countertop seating in the very back, near the front corner, & at the front facing the employees, wooden booth seating on the side, baby chairs & a lowered toddler level table near the back, tables that fit 4 at the middle interior). Outlets everywhere! They sell a number of very cute items like instant coffee packages & drip coffee methodologies. 2 bathrooms in the back. Gorgeous 5000 kelvin lighting inside (white, 'daylight'). Stunning views of w wolf point plaza & the bridge that leads to Wacker drive, and the Chicago River. Music is average volume - not too loud, could be ignored while working but paid attention to if a song you like comes on. Stunning & would come back to work all day at in a heartbeat. Also have some vegan options for food like avocado toast. Thanks blue bottle. x

Wow. What a wonderful place. The food and drinks are yummy and I just love the atmosphere. I went here to study and I have to say I think the structure of the place is perfect for it. I often get distracted when coffee shops are too compact with a lot of noise and people close together but this place is very open with well spaced furniture. Not to mention the view. The natural lighting from the big windows has to be the cherry on top. The matcha latte from here is one of the best I've had.

Nice little place to study in my apartment if you can find a place to sit since it's always busy. I always order a matcha and they usually get it right, but it comes out too weak in matcha sometimes. They're also pet friendly so I take my cat here!!

I was in town for a business trip and paid Blue Bottle a few visits. The lines in the morning can get pretty long! I was on a time crunch so I tried their cold brew and it was delicious.

This little coffee shop was cute and quaint right in the middle of downtown. So you get good coffee and a great view. It was also near our hotel so that was convenient. I got the shakerato or something like that and it was perfect the perfect blend of coffee, cream and sweetness. Now I need to find something similar to that in my town!

Tried their nola cream cold brew. Really tasty. A very nice place to work and they have a variety of seating options. Although they need more plug points. Their service was quick. Will try more foods next time.

FINALLY WENT TO BLUE BOTTLE COFFEE!!!! Heard amazing things about this cafe and honestly I was so excited to see that I was standing right next to it during St. Patrick's Day! I had to go in it was so busy but honestly they make the coffee wick even though they make it fresh! I got the NOLA styled iced coffee and they put it in a hot cup which is so much nicer because the ice doesn't make your hands cold. The coffee was so good as it that it didn't need anything added into it, seriously perfect! It is a small shop and when it gets crowded it's hard to find a place to sit but it's cute! In the middle of pointe plaza definitely stop on by!

OK,tends to be overpriced. Also they are always out of Oji Coldbrew. They do have one of the best chocolate chip cookies though

We stopped by multiple times at this Blue Bottle location because of its proximity to our hotel, and I walked away impressed each time. This location had employees with a great mix of speed, service, and skill. I tried different lattes and drip coffees and they all tasted delicious. The pricing is a little on the expensive side but the coffee was always made with precision and care. The seating area is great for medium sized groups and the decor is very modern and clean. Easy recommendation overall.

A dear friend brought me to visit Blue Bottle Cafe, and I'm so happy she did! She wasn't sure what to get, but I saw an advertisement for a black cardamom latte and decided to try it. I ended up convincing her to get one, too. To my surprise, this coffee is reminiscent of traditional Arabian coffee, with its aromatic cardamom-infused scent. The service was friendly, and because this location is on the river, the views were great!

I got a chai latte and it was really flavourful! It's quite a popular spot so it did take a bit longer to get my drink, but despite this there were still lots of spots to sit. Price is pretty steep unfortunately, but I was able to sit and study there for a few hours and it wasn't too hectic, vibes were pretty calm. Will definitely come back!

one of my go-to coffee spots near the River is Blue Bottle. I got their limited edition New Orleans Cold Brew with Sweet Cold Foam. Genuinely loved the cold foam and wish they had this year-around. Staff are friendly and the space is sleek and inviting.

A great shop in a great location! I came in and worked for a short amount of time and enjoyed a cold brew with lunch. I took my laptop out to the patio area to work in the Chicago sunshine, where I promptly dropped my knife on the ground two times, disturbing my fellow patio dwellers. Live and learn, ya know? Anyways - my white fish toast was the perfect start to my time in Chicago and my cold brew was smooth and refreshing. There are a lot of solo workers here sitting at tables for four which makes finding a place to comfortably get settled a little bit difficult. If you're willing to wait folks out I am sure you an easily get yourself situated. Looking forward to coming back next time I am in CHI!

The service was too slow and the expensive green tea macha latte was watered down. This spot was next door to our condo so I thought to try it.

The aesthetics at this Blue Bottle are top notch. Everything from the building, to the seating areas, to the food was aesthetic. We each ordered different drinks and they were all quite good. We ordered the biscuit sandwich, liege wafel, and baguette and they were just okay. We definitely liked the drinks more. The worker who helped us order was super helpful and patient with us since we had some questions about which ground coffees to bring home. This would be a great place to sit and relax, work, or study. Lots of seating and tables to sit.

I went around 1:30 pm and service was quick but for what I got nothing was a wow factor and it's expensive. The views while working were definitely worth going though. Now talking about the iced matcha latte and avacado toast like I said no wow factor better when I make it at home. There coffee might be better.

I'm not a big coffee drinker so I can't vouch on that quality but the workers are SO NICE and the space is really nice for studying. They also had a great playlist

We stopped by here Saturday morning after a workout class for a much needed caffeine boost. Fair warning - this place is pricey and very busy. But besides that, we really enjoyed our coffee and the workers are very kind and work as efficiently as they can. This is definitely one of those treat yourself places but the quality is unmatched. I loved my cappuccino and my husband devoured his shakerato (iced coffee). Check it out if you haven't yet!

Blue Bottle Coffee is the spot #period. Luxe coffee bar style setup with ample indoor space to sit and have a little chit chat or get work done quietly. Pastries available to compliment your Joe. I personally enjoyed the warmed butter croissant. Blue Bottle Coffee by the bag, tumblers, ceramic mugs and other merch available for purchase. ~Christy

First of all, $20 for two matcha lattes is just absurd even in this economy. Bad matcha at that, tried to order a vanilla matcha latte and the person at the register said they only had brown sugar. I settled for that but when I got my drink it was so bland , didn't even taste the brown sugar. I get that it was in the middle of the downtown but the vibe there was not welcoming either.

Update - pastry and sweets are from Aya now! Had the seasonal (apple) galette and it was lovely. Open even on Easter

Fantastic coffee and service. The breakfast sandwich is really good it has a Spicy kick too it. Really enjoyed our visit.

Great coffee and chocolate croissants. Fast service and clean location. Got the shakalado