Sparrow Coffee Naperville

Sparrow Coffee is hands-down the best coffee shop in Naperville — and there’s a reason they’ve been recognized as the Best Coffee Shop for five years straight. I had a latte here, and it was absolutely fantastic — probably one of the best I’ve ever had. The flavor, texture, and presentation were spot on, and you can really taste the care and craftsmanship that goes into every cup. The atmosphere is modern, welcoming, and perfect for relaxing or getting some work done. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and the whole space feels thoughtfully designed — from the sleek interior to the artistic wall decor. If you love coffee, Sparrow Coffee is a must-visit. They truly set the bar for what a great coffee experience should be. My only “complaint,” if you can call it that, was that it was busy. But I’m guessing there’s a reason for that, given everything I just said above.

I stopped by for coffee with a group of four. The atmosphere in the place is really nice—it felt welcoming and comfortable, making it a great space to relax. The coffee itself was very good, clearly made with high-quality beans. We also sampled a few pastries: the cinnamon roll and banana muffin were both good, and the chocolate cookie was decent. The main issue we experienced was the wait time. It took quite a while to receive our order, even though the shop was full but not overwhelmingly packed. While I understand things can get busy, the delay felt disproportionate to the number of patrons present.

I’m so glad I don’t live in the area, because I would come here every morning. It was my first time here and I ordered an iced caramel latte and an everything croissant. Amazing! I was told they only them available Friday-Sunday so I feel very lucky to have been able to try it. The cafe is large, modern and everyone is very friendly. Hoping I can come back before flying back home!

Sparrow Coffee has easily become my go-to spot in downtown Naperville over the last couple of months. It’s such a solid place to post up with a laptop and knock out some work. The wifi is reliable, orders come out quick, and there’s always room to settle in. What really stands out, though, is the actual care put into the drinks. The baristas are artists. A little over a week ago my drink came with these two bunnies in the foam. I had to grab a photo because of how unique it was. Props to the barista, that skill is no joke and really makes the visit feel special. Edit: (Added 2nd photo of the seahorse latte art) Edit 2.0: (3rd photo as Swan-in-the-Pond) It's been fun working through all the different espresso/coffee options, but just when I thought I had the menu figured out, a look at their website showed me drinks I never even knew they had, like the Red Eye or the Aeropress. I'm sure they would need to double or triple their board size to include everything, hence it makes finding these side-drinks a lot more interesting to try out. This cafe has a great vibe whether you're into coffee or tea, perfect for a casual meeting or a focused afternoon. I can confidently call this an awesome third place, and I'm genuinely looking forward to making my way through the rest of their offerings.

For True Coffee Lovers, Sparrow Coffee is a Gem If you’re someone who cares more about the quality of coffee than just grabbing a caffeine fix, this place is for you. Sparrow Coffee has one of the richest, most flavorful brews I’ve had in years. It doesn’t look especially fancy at first, but the taste is bold, deep, and exactly what I had been searching for for so long. They clearly care about doing one thing really well: good coffee. The menu isn’t overloaded with trendy drinks, but the quality more than makes up for it. If you live nearby, it’s also a great spot to relax, meet up with someone, or just get some work done in a chill atmosphere. And I have to mention the double chocolate cookie. It caught my eye right away. It looked like a full-on chocolate overload, so I gave it a shot. It was perfect. Not too sweet, super rich cocoa flavor, and that soft chewy texture I love. I fell in love instantly. Great coffee and the perfect cookie to go with it. I seriously recommend this place to anyone who really loves coffee.

Very good place to have a coffee with your date r partner.there wide variety of coffees with reasonable prices r so good.They have wide variety of condiments to choose from . Best place to feel the vibe of downtown while sipping coffee in hand.

To start this spot was VERY busy, no indoor seating was open, was quite loud, and limited seating outside. The cashier that rung my group was a little impatient, and when my friend asked for almond milk she was responded to with a passive aggressive tone that they don't have any. Now, the coffee was not good at all. My friend and I each took one sip and threw it out. The latte was overall sweet, and the cold brew tasted like it came from Dunkin. I'm sorry but if I'm paying nearly 8 dollars for a small coffee it better be good. Next, the avocado toast, the flavor itself was there, but it costs 3 dollars to add on an egg and it tasted like rubber. I was expecting at least an egg sunny side up. Additionally we probably waited about 10 minutes for everything to come out. For a total of almost 30 dollars spent I'm very disappointed and definitely won't be coming back.

Sparrow was pretty solid! The first thing that I noticed was that it was packed! There was a line pretty much throughout the whole shop so I figured it had to be pretty good. The line was long but it went by at a decent pace so that was nice. The overall atmosphere and vibe was pretty solid - pretty standard coffee shop so nothing too crazy. The food itself was pretty good! The waffle that I ordered was amazing. Super fluffy and had a nice sugary sweet taste as well. The hot chocolate was fine. Not bad by any means but not something that I’d feel the need to go back for. Also, my hot chocolate was a bit more warm than hot which isn’t a big deal. The food seems to be pretty popular so I’d definitely reccomend for a quick bite to eat in the morning.

The best part about hitting up Sparrow on a busy Saturday morning is the front row seat to the wedding parties taking photos on the Riverwalk or florists delivering the bridal bouquets. Otherwise the weekends are BUSY! But the line moves fast! This space is big, but it fills up fast. There's a large communal table, mini "cabaret" seating arrangements on the windows, bar seating on the sides and even outdoor seating (new!). The order ands post spot is right at the door, so there's really no time to admire the pastry you'd like in line:( Fail! But if you're lucky enough to stay longer than your cup of coffee, you can order a pastry to go;) Their pastries and food items are out of this world- I usually get the toast with carmelized onion butter. It's a thick multi grain with the most amazing butter spread! They have toast options though, and they're all phenomenal for being just bread. They always have fancy espresso drinks but you really only get alerted to those on their outdoor signage. While Sparrow isn't in the heart of DT Naperville, it's still plenty busy from hotel guests and people who KNOW how great Sparrow is!

Tried this coffee place with my husband, it's pretty cool. The vibe was amazing, we started off with a chocolate chip cookie and pistachio & coffee macaroons. The cookie was just delicious with both sweet and savory flavor. Macaroons were great too. Being vegetarian I had avocado toast which was just exceptional & tasty. Love the way it was presented with radish, arugula and pickled leeks. My husband had breakfast sandwich which was awesome too. As the place was super busy it tool a while to get out avocado toast and sandwich. There is plenty of parking on the street for 15 mins pickups and for dine in there is a garage at the back. I would highly recommend this place! MUST TRY!

Everything I've ever had at Sparrow is fantastic! Biscuit sandwich, avocado toast, croissants, etc. It's usually fairly busy, but I've been able to get seating without waiting long each time I've visited. I noticed they have latte art classes, which sounds like so much fun! I'm definitely going to look into that further. Only docked a star since an employee was rude to my dad while ordering since he had a few questions about the drinks having never been there before (the employee rolled his eyes and was sarcastic). We stopped in again later the same day to pick up pastries to take home, but that experience left me with a bad taste in my mouth and I almost didn't want to support the business any more after that. I've been there a few times since then and haven't ever experienced bad service at Sparrow again, albeit maybe a bit aloof. I will still return again since the coffee and pastries are truly a high level, plus it's an excellent central Naperville location.

This place has become our "go to" coffee shop ever since we moved to the suburbs and hands down the best in Naperville. It's a cute shop with bright ambiance and it's usually crowded. I have seen a lot of people work from here. Coming to the food, we have tried almost every item and the quality of ingredients are excellent. My personal favourite is their spicy grilled cheese sandwich and their chai latte. They brew their tea in house and don't use any pre made tea concoction. My husband is a big fan of their coffee and the croissants. It's a must try place in Naperville Downtown.

Sparrow makes excellent coffee. Some complain about pricing, but it's so much better than Starbucks. Want Starbucks level prices then get Starbucks level coffee. I love coming here, but weekends are insanely busy. Long lines. Long waits. No tables. For this reason, I prefer weekdays. Service is always excellent though. Even on busy days. Always pleasant. Always cheerful. And always hardworking. My daughter loves Sparrow so much, she has me ship their beans to her in Utah. With so many non-coffee drinkers, Utah isn't really known for their coffee. It's a nice care package that she appreciates. Excellent baked goods. Some are even made by Aya Pastry in Chicago, a Michelin star pastry chef. If I weren't entering a cutting phase, I'd be splurging on those high caloric goods.

My sister likes this spot and brought me and our mom here before a morning of shopping. She'd only been in on a weekend before, so parking was easier to find. Once in, it was really busy. We barely found a place to sit. My sister got a latte, mom got a mocha and I got a chai. Mine didn't really have any flavor, so I was a little disappointed. Mom said her's was really bitter, and I don't think she finished hers.

This has been one of my favorite local coffee roasters for a long time. I always stop when I'm in downtown Naperville. I typically buy beans for home use, but their lattes and americanos are perfect. I was fortunate to attend a latte art class put on by their marvelous staff. The details put into this two-hour course were remarkable. It was extremely inspiring to get behind their beautiful coffee bar and see how these incredible drinks are made. I am looking forward to taking more classes there.

Cute spot in downtown Naperville. Prices were a little high. I got a cold brew coffee, and it was about $6.50 after tax. Inside was crowded and not much seating (due to the crowd). Inside was clean, and both bathrooms were gender neutral.

The service at Sparrow was exceptional. Avacado toast was better than expected and you definitely can't beat the quality of the coffee. Just happened to sit next to the owner and was a very friendly individual. Would recommend this place to anyone visiting the Naperville area. The mood and ambiance was a perfect Saturday morning spot for a curated coffee!

Hidden deep in the inner part of the riverwalk in downtown Naperville lies an amazing cafe that roasts its own beans in house. Sparrow is a beautiful place that has amazing beans that have notes of chocolate and velvety texture. The beans are not too harsh and pair perfectly in a latte or just on its own. The service is stellar and the staff is always willing to help in any way that could benefit. The interior is a modern industrial look that is chic and appealing to the eyes. Perfect place to read and catch up on work. The bakers pushes out great products daily. My favorites are the chocolate chip hazelnut cookie and lemon poppyseed loaf. The loaf is soft and moist while having piece of lemon bits in the cake. The cookie is soft and pairs perfectly with the whole hazelnuts in the cookie. I love it and highly recommend. The latte was smooth and the beans were soft in taste. All in all, 5/5 and you got to come back. My only critique is adding almond milk as an option as well as cinnamon for people who may want it on the side.

Apparently, Sparrow Coffee is the only coffee roaster in Naperville so I knew I had to give it a try. The interior is nice and spacious, but not much seating. It's pretty hard to find somewhere to sit since it's packed AF (most folks here are studying or doing work). They also have a lot of coffee making equipment, beans and other march on sale along with a lot of coffee drinks and baked goods. COLD BREW (16 OZ.) - 6.25 I'm shocked to see that cold brew here is so expensive. I'm used to somewhere around 5.00 but 6.25 was over the top. I felt like the cold brew was also really dark and almost burnt like, so not the biggest fan. I also got some baked goods on the way out for my friend and me. The lemon poppyseed bread was delicious and not too sweet, and the banana streusel muffin was also enjoyable with its sugary crust, yet super soft banana interior. I thought the macarons were overrated (got the hazelnut, raspberry and pistachio) and wish I got three other baked goods instead.

Stopped for a coffee with a friend on a weekday morning. It was very busy and all seats were taken but we managed to eventually snag a spot at the coffee bar. I went with a decaf caramel latte with oat milk. It was delicious and smooth with a nice strong espresso flavor and just the right amount of sweetness. They actually give a real cup of you dine in as well. The pastries looked great and they also serve a selection of sandwiches- I will have to try next time!

Was meeting some friends and was surprised to find a local roasters in Naperville. Inside was definitely trendy and they serve a variety of types of coffee and tea. Ordered a London fog and cold brew. Both were fine, but on the pricier side. Pro Tip: There is limited seating so recommend taking the elevator to the 2nd floor and there is plenty of seating in the Indigo Hotel lobby!

could be better, my coffee was great and service was good too. However, i ordered avocado toast with an egg on top and the egg was quite literally ice cold. it was also not over easy but i can let that slide. but an ice cold egg patty??? weird.

Great matcha. Beautiful, modern ambiance. Lots of foot traffic (busy, be prepared to wait). Compelling bakery and sandwiches. I'd go back if I were in Naperville :)

Good visit to this coffee shop in Downtown Naperville. It's nice to go to a coffee and tea shop and get a proper tea. And they make Theo own Chai! Chai was of excellent taste! Note you can only get Chai with whole milk! Nice causal environment. One star off from perfection due to lack of cleanliness. When you pay significant cash for a tea, you expect a clean place to sit. I had to clean the table and seat from coffee and crumbs. I hope the site will keep up with its place to create a welcoming environment to compliment their great drinks!

Stopped here one evening when my husband and I were exploring downtown Naperville. Not far from the Riverwalk, this place is a great place to get coffee. Place is spacious with seating and outlets for those who need to do work. Baristas were personable and answered questions I had about the menu. I got a flat white, which the espresso was good, strong, and flavorful. It looks as if they bake their own pastries as well. Not sure about the macarons, but they were delicious. Would come back here to get coffee again if I'm in the area.

Fantastic food and coffee, and I have high standards! Will return any time I am in the area.

Really great coffee here! This coffee shop was such an unexpected find as I was passing through town and needed a quick caffeinated pick me up. My partner and I tried a quiche and I ordered a latte to enjoy on their mini outdoor patio area. There were many people chatting or doing work inside the shop while we were visiting. The staff were friendly and pleasant to talk to, and our order came out quickly. Both items were delicious. Would definitely come back here in the future!

Came here to meet some friends over winter break and it was packed! Lots of people standing around as all of the seats were taken. It's a nice open space though. It's pretty loud so I can't imagine working from here or even having a long conversation. I didn't get coffee but I did get the hot chocolate. Not sure if it came with a marshmallow since I got it to go. It's rich but not like drinking chocolate. Very sweet and leaves a film on your tongue. Pretty a ok coffee shop!

I loved this coffee shop. Ambiance was lovely, clean and comfortable. The coffee was excellent and the cinnamon roll was next level. I would return in a heartbeat. Not sure why tipping is expected though-patrons are not served in any way. You stand in line to order and go back to the counter to get your coffee. Prices are above average, but the coffee and sweets are worth the price.

I ordered an iced vanilla latte with oat milk, and the total was $7.77. Kind of expensive in my opinion, but the taste was phenomenal. It wasn't the BEST vanilla latte I've ever had, but that's because I've tried a lot in my day lol. The syrup was all at the bottom, so I had to stir that in, but once I did it was perfect. Such a cute location too!!! The girls at the register were so nice for it being a chaotic, LOUD, Saturday morning in there.

we're frequent customers so we're highly disappointed at this (see pic) hair BAKED IN cookie. I hope they see this and make improvements. it was so gross. other half in another bowl shared w my husband but we had to throw it all away. such a waste great coffee and ambiance. love that they offer A La Folie customer service is a hit or miss but mostly great! I do like the guy behind the coffee bar wearing an MCM shirt solely cuz of his shirt hahaha...

Was in Naperville this weekend so I checked out a local coffee shop. It was busy (as to be expected on Saturday morning) but was able to find a seat. Ordered an iced pumpkin spice latte, a biscuit sandwich, and a samoa cookie. The cookie wasn't as satisfying as the Girl Scout version, but was still delicious and surprisingly very chocolate-cake-esque. The biscuit sandwich with pork belly was great but wish it came with a sauce or something since it was a little dry. And the iced pumpkin spice latte was just average. Overall my meal cost $28 - which for me I thought the food was well priced since I left full but the coffee was a little on the expensive end with $7.25 for an iced flavored latte.

Amazingly delicious! Wonderful Cappuccino & Flat Whites. Went back for seconds! Pastry looks delicious too. Campy decor located in quaint shopping local near river walk. Will be back again as many times as possible. Highly recommended.

Highly recommend the Spicy Grilled Cheese, very good portion for the price. The Monkey bread and white cheddar scone were also very good. I asked for some assistance picking out coffee beans and the person who helped me were very knowledgeable about every coffee bean they sold, very helpful.

Delicious coffee & pastry. Great atmosphere to study, get work done, or just even have a date. The service is amazing with such kind people. Definitely my new favorite spot.

Sparrow has fantastic staff, clean and accessible restrooms, and their drinks are the best around. They are well-informed regarding common allergens and seem to take cross-contamination with their crafted beverages seriously (though I can't vouch for their food options). I love the warm lighting and various nooks for seating, but it's far too crowded and popular to reliably count on for a regular social meeting place or study/work spot. Even early on weekdays I struggle to find an open seat. My favorite small touch is that they use paper cups for their free ice water and that they make this available to all guests without anyone having to wait in line to ask.

Love the coffee here. they have some really nice treats too. We went here to warm up after watching christmas lights by the river. it's mostly self serve.

Stopped by Sparrow Coffee in the beautiful downtown NPV area to grab a quick snack and some nice coffee. It's a really cute coffee shop with both indoor and outdoor seating! There's usually a line at the register but it moves fairly quickly. We ordered an almond croissant, an iced latte, and a hot latte. The lattes were decent, but nothing to rave about. I do wish I tried the chai latte, but I will save that for next time. The almond croissant was absolutely delicious. It had a REALLYYYYY delicious filling in the inside which was soft and sweet but not overpowering. The outside was flaky and crispy and had almonds all over. The taste was incredible and it has to be some of the best croissants in the area. I would love to see more croissant flavors - the only one I saw when I went was almond but chocolate or pistachio would be amazing to try also! It's a decent spot in the downtown area with really cute vibes and tasty coffee and bakery items!

Super hip yet family friendly coffee shop in downtown Naperville. Many people were picking up coffee and many were working on their laptops. I ordered an iced vanilla latte with oat milk. The ratio of oat milk and espresso was just right. I am not sure what type of vanilla syrup they use, but it was sweet and subtle - not artificial tasting which is awesome! The latte was around $7.50 which is pretty standard whenever you go these days. I highly recommend checking out Sparrow. They also had an array of pastries. I will be sure to try one one out next time!

I've been meaning to check out Sparrow Coffee based on the good reviews and its location in downtown Naperville by the river. Sparrow is located right next to Indigo Hotel. If you're looking for an elevated coffee experience, Sparrow will not disappoint. You'll be paying for the luxury of it and the selection of espresso drinks and teas. I went with a 20 oz hot matcha latte with whole milk costing me $8. Not for the faint of heart. It was diligently crafted with beautiful latte art, and it was right in the middle of sweet and bitter - balanced. There's drip coffee too, but that's also quite expensive ($4-5) so you might as well get yourself a cappuccino or something made to order. Like any respectable cafe, there's a variety of baked goods to choose from but also a handful of food items like waffles, avocado toast, and such for something more filling.

Coffee shop under hotel Indigo . It's quite busy but has a great ambiance to it . I got the avocado toast with pork belly . The pork belly was an addition they were able to accommodate. I also got the vanilla latte with oat milk it was good but I think I'll request an extra pump of vanilla. Didn't take a pic of the toast cause I literally devoured it

We were visiting from NYC and were trying to find local coffee shops to try and came upon Sparrow. It can get crowded and honestly not enough space to form a line. We had to hold the door open as we waited in line which was a bit annoying. The coffee we ordered was great as well as the lemon poppy seed loaf. It was so good we had to come back before leaving to NY. This time I ordered an iced Oat milk latte and a spicy grilled cheese which was amazing! Staff is also really friendly. I would definitely come back if ever in the area.

I've been many times, the baked goods and coffee are excellent. Their breakfast menu is very good. Brekky, Avo toast with radishes, and they have a tiny egg breakfast sandwich that is delicious! The staff is always so kind and groovy. Syrups made in house. Macarons are from 'A La Folie'. I haven't tried anything that tasted bad.

This is such a cute spot! We were there first thing in the morning for some coffee and cinnamon rolls. Those were winners - soft, fluffy and the icing was perfect. Music choice was great and atmosphere was just such a nice way to start our day

I'm celiac and Victor really helped me figure out what I can and cannot eat. He went over and beyond for me-making me a fresh batch of a matcha drink. It really was appreciated. I will be back!

Very cute coffee shop that's rare in Naperville but it's always crowded! My brother goes out of his way for the sandwich here.

This is clearly going to be an unusual review because it is not about coffee. In fact, I don't drink coffee. Then, what was I doing at this coffee shop, you may ask? Well, one of my friends was going into absolute paroxysms of delight over Sparrow's classic peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Yes, that's right. A dish I have not eaten in easily 25 years. However, their ardor for said sandwich was so complete that not only I but another friend as well had to investigate for lunch. Turnaround was quite quick at the counter (I mean, even the most artisanal pb&j can't take that long to put together I suppose, but hey, more time for eating!) The staff we dealt with were friendly and efficient. Gotta say, it was a yummy pb&j! It's definitely all about the bread: a pillowy but not spongy texture like Japanese-style shokupan, delightfully fresh, holding together the Bon Maman strawberry jam and creamy peanut butter. At about $6, this is costly for a simple sandwich, but it's greater than the sum of its parts. A fancy nostalgic treat. Oh yeah, they serve coffee too.

Negatives : 10 oz regular coffee with cream and sugar was bitter and not good. Positives: comes in a Nice cup. Will try once more.

Came here twice with high expectations since a lot of people are excited about this place. I loved Brewpoint in Elmhurst and am looking for a similar coffee place since moving to Naperville. Their iced latte was good, but nothing super notable besides that it came out over $7. I did get a flavor and oat milk sub in. Second visit, I got the iced matcha and quiche. Iced matcha was plant-y and slightly bitter- possibly qualities of high quality matcha? Quiche was a generous serving, had a green spice, onions, chèvre. Bill came out to $17. Interior is nice, kind of looks like a Starbucks reserve store. Service was friendly and efficient. As much as I wanted to like the local business, the food and drink didn't impress me enough to justify the prices.

We love coffee, and this was a real treat because this is the real thing. no Starbucks speed brewing and multitudes of bottomless ideas of different lattes and such. They have their mainstays, but the true barista spends time expertly crafting each and every cappuccino and expresso to perfection. it was enjoyable to watch her taking her time (granted, it was not busy at 630am). the food i assume is made off premises and finished off in the back oven. as you can see, the different variety of delectable choices in the morning makes this a delight to wake up to. I ordered the house dark coffee, because I don't like to dick around with waking up. gimme my coffee and I'll be all right. my wife ordered a regular cappuccino, and the froth was a beautiful thick crown. We were staying in the Hotel Indigo for the next two nights, we felt great knowing that we wouldn't have to stumble far for our morning JAVA. Lastly, there is a team of people who actually research bountiful tasty, delectable morsels for this chain. I am not aware that there is more than one of these. If it was That would not be a bad thing...

The service was a little bit slow but also nice, I tried their purple rain smoothie in the picture under but it wasn't that great because it tasted like and old banana for some reason but the building was nice but I also do not recommend working in here and this is overrated

Yes ! Quick simple review , strong coffee and quick breakfast snacks ! They have sandwhiches and pastries .

I always get the same thing there, basic oatmilk matcha, but with vanilla for sweetness. I love how they make their own vanilla syrup with vanilla beans. I've never had an issue with my orders. Service is always great and friendly. It can get pretty packed and noisy inside so I do not recommend this place to study or work during peak hours. Otherwise this is a nice place to splurge at.

Perfect place to meet for coffee or enjoy a solo coffee date. Customer service is great.

Walking around downtown Naperville stopped in for a coffee. I fell in LOVE with this shop. Clean, staff very courteous. And EXCELLENT COFFEE. ILL BE BACK.. THANK YOU.

The Best coffee in Chicago! It's hard to use the word to describe how good Sparrow's coffee is. The smell and the taste will make you addict to it. Then, I realize there are many Michelin restaurant also serve their coffee. If you would like to have their coffee bean, I will recommend "Espresso Marbella". Also, don't miss their bakery, worth to try.

After long travels, we were recommended this amazing coffee shop! It's located in a small new development attached to a hotel and it's super chic and modern! The coffee was so delicious and made perfectly. Their pastries were fresh and contained an unique variety. Prices were reasonable and worth the quality! Great choice on our road trip!

Good coffee, good food, way to overpriced tho. With so many other alternatives around the area it's hard to justify the prices based on the food portion as well. But good!