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Julius Meinl Coffee House

(Now Closed)

Coffee Shop and Café$$$$

Lakeview, Chicago

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Has a stamp of approval from Chicagoist and Time Out Chicago Kids

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ChicagoistAugust 1, 2014
Here they offer a very non-European pumpkin latte, but we recommend the pumpkin chai latte. Spiced with star anise, cardamom and clove, it’s a more fitting tribute to the flavors of autumn. Read more
Time Out Chicago KidsMarch 21, 2012
Who cares if Junior threw a fit before he got his kaiserschmarren (caramelized pancake)? You have your baked eggs served atop potato pancakes with Parmesan and truffle oil. All is right with the world Read more
C ReyJanuary 31, 2016
A little slice of Vienna in the Southport neighborhood. Grab a table, try one of the signature espresso drinks, and linger for awhile. They also have classically inspired live music on occasion.
Donna JohnsonOctober 13, 2017
Been here 5+ times
This is a great place to meet for coffee or tea with a huge selection. The food is also really good quality!
Jamie IacobucciDecember 15, 2015
The coffee is amazing! The pastries and desserts are divine...beautiful to look at and delicious to taste!
David MartinJuly 24, 2010
Been here 25+ times
The best DAMN coffee in the world.The only place you can find it outside of chicago is Vienna.Recommend coffee with a dessert or any of their Breakfast-lunch-dinner menu.Service sucks but worth it.
David CurielDecember 1, 2014
Charming Austrian place for a chai latte and strawberry crêpés
Time Out Chicago KidsJanuary 11, 2012
Since this Austrian coffeehouse is an expert in coffee and tea, it’s no surprise it makes great hot chocolate, too, using imported cocoa and steamed milk. Read more
AVMarch 11, 2017
Probably got the best iced mocha in the city. Really smooth, really good.
Shannon JeropkeOctober 20, 2021
The coffee and treats here are to die for!
Chris VicenteJuly 26, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Their pastries are awesome! Try the Mozart Torte or the Vienna Eiskaffee they're both worth the calories!
Lauren BaconSeptember 22, 2015
Great service - great breakfast - gift ideas
Tana BabcockApril 6, 2018
Definitely any of the baked eggs and get a French press coffee!
L HessNovember 2, 2013
Full service! Don't order at the counter (like I just did) ;-) Nicest coffee shop I e been to outside of Europe.
Rochelle MorganJune 17, 2015
Love the brioche toast and orange marmalade!
Joe BornAugust 8, 2016
The coffee is amazing
Corinna PFebruary 28, 2012
Come for the amazing coffee and do NOT skip out on the incredible pastries!
Rachel StineApril 30, 2016
They will make your coffee with almond milk if you want!
Andrew WhiteAugust 12, 2014
I enjoyed the goulash. Also try the gunpowder green tea.
Shafiq ShariffSeptember 2, 2012
Been here 5+ times
The Esterhazy here is *amazing* if you like hazelnut!
Michael StumpMay 20, 2012
One of chicago's coffee gems. Their seasonal beverages are always gangster.
Kevin HeimApril 26, 2013
Whatever you do, order the baked eggs; You can't go wrong!
Jim WAugust 11, 2012
Been here 25+ times
I adore this place. It saddens me that people bring small children here that don't know how to be quiet and behave. It totally kills the experience. There should be an age limit or policy.
Peter NicholsJanuary 4, 2015
Melange is a great latte alternative.
Andrew BurchJanuary 14, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Get the Ham Specks! And the iced coffee just tastes better here.
Lauren P.January 2, 2011
If you are coming to meet someone just tell them table for one, the girls are super bitchy about sitting at a table even if youre ready to order
Lesley SmaleApril 22, 2012
Come here when you have a lot of free time. Slow service but worth the wait
Jeff AlstadtOctober 9, 2011
Ort fuer Stammtisch. Great coffee and cakes. Authentic Austrian food.
Tricia LeeNovember 24, 2013
Small tables. Excellent goulash!
Mary Kate WestMay 15, 2012
Don't forget to buy a sugar cookie on your way out!
Xiao SuiJanuary 22, 2013
Must try: Mozart Torte, Key Lime
Shelley JDecember 14, 2014
Hot chocolate!
AJ WeinbergMay 11, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Latte not up to snuff this trip, I'll be back for another go
Brad BJuly 16, 2014
Try the stuffed french toast
Todd KunaMay 18, 2018
Ok coffee and decent pastries
Ketty MercedesDecember 16, 2013
Cold and standoffish service from my waitress... Food is Delish! Seems like they have a thing going on for mediocre service. Not my first time there and based on other reviewers, same experience!
Amanda RedmanApril 23, 2012
Try the quinoa salad. Amazing.
John MorrisonNovember 21, 2011
Try the Homemade Roast Beef Sandwich
AnnieFebruary 28, 2011
Been here 50+ times
Baked eggs the jalepeno cheddar ones are amazing!
Nathan BordelonJanuary 20, 2015
tea, pastries
MazdaNovember 15, 2010
For over 145 years Julius Meinl has been Central Europe's leading coffee company.
Jason MankowskiJune 27, 2010
The roast beef sandwich and turkey with avocado are amazing!
Christina SkurskyJune 15, 2013
Service SUCKS. Get everything to go. Latte was amazing but not worth waiting 30 minutes for if you sit.
Steve HoffmanMay 6, 2011
Bacon Cinnamon Roll. Salty + Sweet = Yummy.
Erin KnitterJanuary 26, 2010
Been here 10+ times
order a chai tea latte. one of the best i've ever had!
Christine BurnsMay 29, 2011
The strawberry spritz is ridiculous! Yummy!
Andrew BuchananJuly 18, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Good coffee
John MorrisonNovember 21, 2011
Try the Chai Tea Latte
Michael BennittOctober 16, 2012
Love this place!
rick wionSeptember 26, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Thoroughly European, right down to the great food and painfully slow service.

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