LVL UP COFFEE

I like this place a lot. It has a great vibe and a bright atmosphere. My only critique is that on multiple trips there, there has been a lot of empty space in my cups. I only order tea lattes, so there is no room necessary for cream to be added. From looking at cups in other reviews, they are filled closer to the top. Maybe I just have bad luck, but it has happened to me three times in a row. The cups are not very large to begin with and leaving a substantial empty space in the cup is less than ideal. The taste and the craftsmanship of the drinks is very good. If they can just fill up the cup, it would be a five star review from me.

Recommended by a colleague so thought I’d stop by. Best latte I’ve had in a long time-that little milk design stayed put til the last drop! 🤗. Chocolate croissant ok but I should have asked for it to be warmed up (chocolate was hard). Beautiful interior and location near good restaurants (Pearls Place and Truth).

Amazing coffee. Try their iced “L Dorado” or Sesamo Cappuccinos. They have specialty lattes that you can’t get anywhere else in the city. Phenomenal service and space. It’s just beautiful. And they have a ton of plants ! Lots of outlets and a great place to get work done. Ton of space and lovely booth in the middle. All the drinks come iced as well, so it’s perfect for the summer time too.

I stopped by LVL Coffee in Bronzeville and was instantly impressed! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the staff truly made my day with how friendly and genuine they were. I asked for a recommendation and tried their sesame cappuccino—wow. It was unique, rich, and absolutely delicious. The shop has great seating, a chill vibe, and everything is super clean and thoughtfully designed. They also have a great variety of coffee options—I’d honestly love to try them all. You can tell they care about quality and customer experience. This place is a gem and exactly what the neighborhood needed. I’ll definitely be back!

I’m staying close by for a week and searched “cafes near me”. This place popped up and I knew I had to try it out. It wasn’t around when I stayed in the neighborhood last May. The decor is very inviting and pleasant and the atmosphere is relaxing. I had a cortado which came with a small cookie. It seems they hand them out with most beverages. 4.50 for a cortado beats the national behemoth’s price and it was a much better drink. The pastries looked delicious too. I’ll plan to stop by this place multiple times during my stay and try out some of the intriguing specialty drinks.

Really beautiful. Great location- easy to get to. Great turmeric latte and donuts. Very nice staff- super calm vibes. Nice study space. Great addition to the city!

The BEST coffee shop in Chicago! The menu is out of this world, offering unique and delicious options you won’t find anywhere. The freshness and quality of the food and coffee are unmatched in the area. The beautiful interior design paired with lush greenery creates an atmosphere full of positive energy, making it more than just a coffee spot for the community. The staff is incredibly friendly and makes you feel right at home. LVL UP Coffee is truly a home away from home. It’s my go-to spot, and I’ll definitely be bringing all my friends here when they visit the city!

Get excited!!! I was at this coffee shop for their grand opening and I was instantly impressed by their interior design. They have a friendly staff👍, a unique drink menu with syrups made in house☕️, and PLANTS🌿! I can see this shop becomimg a hotspot to get work/studying done. They also offer wifi to patrons and multiple accesible electrical outlets (there's so many!)

Nice shop Good coffee Nice tea options and tasty pastries. The ambiance is also very cool.

Visited my friends on a whim and they were stoked bc it aligned perfectly with the opening of a brand new coffee shop - and what a killer spot it was! This place is beautiful on the inside - super modern, clean, and cute decor. The kind of coffeeshop I could post up at all day and get work done. My go-to order of black coffee is nothing terribly exciting but I like tasting the flagship item at coffeeshops - gotta know how good their basics are - and I really appreciated the subtle add of a shortbread cookie to go with. Grab yourself a cozy spot, dip the cookie in your coffee, and vibe at this awesome new spot - well worth a visit and a great addition to Bronzeville for my friends!

I'm in a bit of a quandary: on one hand I can tell the cafe uses high quality ingredients and I love that they make their own syrups. I've also tried counter culture beans and they're very good. Each ingredient shines through and they accommodate requests but even with an extra esspresso shot, the drinks we received were a little too light for our taste. The ambiance and hospitality is where this cafe truly shines. It's beautiful and open and perfect for catching up with a friend. It's absolutely gorgeous inside! Perfect for catching up with a friend and maybe trying one of their tonics!

I love the Cafe De Olla! Best I've had...I also love the fresh and bright facade of the coffee shop.

The decor is gorgeous. It's very serene and the playlist was on point. I had the girsol latte, which was nutty with a hint of sweetness. I really enjoyed it. The staff were patient and kind, as this was my first visit. I would definitely come back when I'm in town.

Wow, this cafe is beautiful and a wonderful addition to Bronzeville. I am glad to not need to hike north whenever I am looking for a quaint clean atmosphere to enjoy a cup and study. Plenty of seatings, a great selection of Indian spiced drinks and easy parking. Do try their pastries sourced from La Fournette and their Girasol latte!

This is the best coffee in chicago!! Carefully curated drinks, beautiful latte art, amazing customer service, and such a cute atmosphere! Perfect place to stop for a quick coffee or have a sit down with friends or do some work! Definitely a must if you're in the area.

Opening weekend was April 12, 2025 and I decided to weight for all of the fan fair to die down about to have my first experience at Lvl up. It's been cool to follow the owners on IG as they documented their experience through opening day and I will say it was worth the weight. I love that the space is pretty spacious with a variety of seating options. They shared with me that there are multiple options to plug in electronics. If you are looking for a place to drink coffee and get work done, which I love. The masala iced chai was delicious and they offer a variety of milk options at no extra cost, including almond milk. The raspberry pastry was flaky and fresh. I did give the suggestion of getting an almond croissant as the cashier said that the owners were taking menu suggestions. Not sure if they will be adding other light food options but for now you have a solid selection of pastries and donuts. I would definitely love that. I will definitely be back! Everyone was warm and inviting and my wait time went pretty quick. I also loved the design of the cups, very modern with the logo on the front. I love this new addition to the neighborhood.

Love this coffee shop, a hidden gem in the neighborhood. Welcoming hub for connection, and great coffee/tea.

Welcome to Bronzeville, Lvl Up!! I thoroughly enjoyed Lvl Up and they certainly will see frequent visits from me. This is the perfect airy, aesthetic, welcoming cafe to get work done, host a business meeting, people watch, catch up with a friend, read a book of all of the above lol. The staff here take their role as baristas seriously no only were they all a friendly face, they had so many recommendations, they took pride in making most of their drinks, syrups, and mixes in house, and was able to customize my drink off the menu to meet my dietary needs/restrictions. I lounged at Lvl up for hours, sipping their iced L. Dorado (which was sweet, creamy, subtle and smooth) slow while munching on a croissant. I worked, and even invited a friend last minute to join me I was so impressed. The traffic here ebbed and flowed with peaks of business, with folks working or getting their beverages to go. I was able to snag a table upon arriving and they have plenty of plugs if you need to work. I highly recommend Lvl Up coffee and be prepared to love it!

So glad to have this new coffee shop in Bronzeville! Beautiful, vibrant space with unique flavors that aren't too sweet. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely be back on a regular basis!

This is a yummy addition to the beautiful Bronzeville community. My hubs and I have been picking up some pastries and love that they have real croissants, flaky buttery French deliciousness. Bright and open interior and nice place to meet up for a conversation or to catch up on work. We will continue to support. Cheers!