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Dark Matter Coffee - Osmium Coffee Bar
1117 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, United States
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Dark Matter Coffee - Osmium Coffee Bar
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St
Review №1

The music here is very nice. Solid Wifi! The iced Chocolate City is easy to recommend.

Mi
Review №2

Heard only good things about this place. So had one of the coffees and left. But after a few sips of it, I had to go back and buy a unicorn blood to take it back home with me

Da
Review №3

I go here almost every day to get my iced coffee fix. Super friendly staff and delicious coffee.

Sp
Review №4

Really incredible coffee drinks and beans. Ive been here twice and been impressed by the cold brewed coffee as well as their milky/sweet coffee drinks. The barrel aged beans were also distinctive, if a little pricey. Great ambiance and color scheme as well.

bu
Review №5

Adorably funky. gorgeous art. good coffee. fantastic atmosphere. thank you!

To
Review №6

I came here by accident, let me explain. Part of spending more time with the family meant going to places where other people take me, Osmium Coffee Bar, was a gift and a pleasure. First things first - I dont care how good your coffee is, if you have bad service - its a no-go. Quite the opposite at Osmium. AMAZING SERVICE, AMAZING & UNIQUE COFFEE. Caps intended. This place has great vibe and great service and ever better coffee. Treat yourself and stop by if your in the area. 👍👍

La
Review №7

In my opinion they make the best cappuccino in Chicago, I dont even have to put sugar in mine. Also, everyone who works there is incredibly pleasant. It is a joy to come to this coffee shop.

jo
Review №8

If youre looking for interesting flavoured coffee this is the place. Very unique blend

br
Review №9

Great coffee place and really comfy ambient. On top of that you add great service and delicious products and there you have it a place Id love to visit more. You can grab a free refill drip coffee mug for $3 and add a awesome donut for more $3.

Ax
Review №10

Great coffee selection with the finest materials (never felt such a nice coffee sleeve, and organic cane sugar packets). Been buying coffee everyday from variety of independent coffee shops this summer, building up a palate, and the standard dark roast drip coffee here is simple yet features a lot of sophisticated tasting notes (nutty, earthy, vanilla, even a note of miso/slight umami).

Da
Review №11

The folks here are consistently great and so is the coffee. I dont know whats better though the folks, the coffee, or the Gingersnap Trainwrecks, but all three make my day a bit brighter.

Ed
Review №12

Excellent coffee - Dark Matter- with delicious quick bites make for a great experience.The staff is extremely friendly and very knowledgeable about the right coffee for you.The place is cozy and is a great spot to take a break from the hustle and bustle of life.I must mention the highlight of the beverage menu: the Mayan mocha. Definitely worth trying one or many more.

Ph
Review №13

At least once a week I make the journey over to Dark Matter to get a bag of coffee. The baristas are wonderful and fun to chat with.

J
Review №14

Great atmosphere and drinks and food. Psychedelic art on the walls and tables outside gives it a completely different vibe than your typical coffee shop: something like 90s cartoon meets 80s movie secret hangout.

Ch
Review №15

Iced Mayan was incredible. Cool mood / artwork / ambiance. Really genuine and competent staff.

Ke
Review №16

Really cool vibe in this place. Good music. Great Coffee, and excellent pastries

Te
Review №17

Good, but kinda pricey, for the coffee, tryin, to be like Starbucks, without the star and or kick, ha ha !!!! Tex 🤠

Be
Review №18

A week ago, I had a lot of paper works to be done, so I decided to go to your coffee shop to do it there. The ambiance was so peaceful and relaxing. The taste of your coffee and cakes were so tasty and satisfying. I enjoyed doing my works in your wonderful shop. Keep serving the best coffee! Cheers for more customers!

Ma
Review №19

Love the coffee here! Wear a MASK. Saw a review on here saying that they tried picking up an order with their sweatshirt above their mouth as a “mask”. I’m glad the business called them out on it. Makes me feel SAFE & want to come back knowing they enforce PROPER mask wear. Halfway through a pandemic you should just know better. Anyways, the staff is great!

Be
Review №20

This is a friendly one-block-away coffee shop. The atmosphere is friendlier and more student-focused at school. I can call it the local Starbucks because it offers more elegant breakfast, lunch, and dinner dining options. Its packed, but the interior is well-designed, with a narrow band of patio chairs. Im definitely coming back!

Wi
Review №21

You are the best coffee shop in our spot that I have ever known. For those people who love pastries and coffee, this place is great. For almost a year, Ive been coming to your place, but somehow, the taste of your coffee and pastries is the same. You deserve to be ranked high, guys! Oh! Cheers!

Do
Review №22

It was truly an amazing shop, amazing food and coffee, and an incredible cause. Even if you were not in the neighborhood, its worth going out of your way to visit here. The waiter and their waitresses would serve you according to what you wanted. Besides, the place was worth taking a picture and stay in a matter of hours. Dont miss this shop!

Ka
Review №23

Great service and good people! Amazing latte menu

Ad
Review №24

Love Dark Matter, such delicious coffee and lattes! And their customer service is great too! I bought a bag of coffee and asked them to grind it to brew in a French press, oh and I got a free cup of coffee!

Al
Review №25

Staff was friendly and the building was nice (including the outdoor seating area). But the iced coffee I got and the cold brew my girlfriend got were both pretty acidic.

Ma
Review №26

The coffee is delicious. I got the cold brew flight, and loved being able to try all the variations of cold brew they serve...great idea. Anytime I need a coffee present for someone I always come here for their great selection and helpfulness.

Ou
Review №27

Eric and Audrey are the best! Very friendly and knowledgeable about the coffee their offering! I have the Vanilla Suburbs I believe. I will be returning for sure!!!

Ed
Review №28

Amazing coffee and customer service! The Barrell aged mocha was so good I felt like I could chug it. I also got a Do-rite donut which never disappoints. Overall, theres so much on the menu worth trying as well a great selection of dark matter coffee beans available for purchase that Ill definitely be back for.

Ve
Review №29

I went around 10am on a weekday to work remotely since my dog was getting groomed nearby. Anything I tried to order was no longer available. Not much of a selection of breakfast items, if thats what youre hoping to have along with your coffee. I felt the cashier kind of had an attitude as well, as though she was annoyed I wasnt sure what to order.

Th
Review №30

My favorite place to hang out and do my paperwork is this store. I like this places coziness and ambience. It was so comfortable, calm, and not too crowded. The location that I love the most! Greatly recommended!

Ma
Review №31

Great coffee for actually reasonable price. Its $3 for bottomless drip coffee! There are interesting latte flavors (like one with maple syrup, sage and black pepper) and a couple of sandwich and pastry options. Very cool vibe.

J
Review №32

Returned a second time and the drip coffee was not as good as the initial time seemed a little watered down.I would still return if in the area.Very, very good coffee.The art inside was amazing and I found an interesting mug and a bag of Dark Matter beans (which I havent tried yet).The service was very helpful as I stumbled around.I would recommend.

La
Review №33

Top shelf coffee roasted by over of the best Roasteries in Chicago, and brewed with exceptional care. Custom crafted lattes are well thought out ... and ... well ... Delicious! Staff is perfect neighborhood friendly.

mi
Review №34

I had an amazing experience here! I came in after a run wanting some coffee & the barista helped me decide which drink to get. I went with the wake & bake and it was amazing, definitely a great drink if you prefer flavored coffee that isn’t super sweet. I can’t wait to come back& try more!

Je
Review №35

They make a great latte. I thought it was a bit overpriced when I paid but quickly changed my mind when I tried it! The staff was friendly and quick, and I would definitely come back here for the vibe to hang out when I have more time.

Ro
Review №36

Great coffee. Nice ambiance sitting by the window watching cars goes by. The staff are lovely and I would thoroughly recommend a visit to anyone who is in the area.

Ka
Review №37

Spacious, artsy coffee shop that sells both coffee and tea (oolong, green, Earl grey, white tea). Tried their oolong tea, its perfecto if you like dark, toasty teas. Theres also an nice outdoor area. Very quick, efficient, and affordable. Would come back for a great study space!

He
Review №38

What I look forward to every time I visit a coffee shop is that their coffee and their pretty interiors! I am so happy that I discovered this coffee shop because they exceeded my standards it comes to coffee! They have really great coffee beans! I highly recommend this place to all coffee lovers!

Ka
Review №39

Get the barrel-aged mocha! Tip your wonderful baristas.

Da
Review №40

A good spot with a nice outdoor patio and very good coffee.

Su
Review №41

Great iced coffee and fast drip, ok lattes. Pre-COVID, I loved coming here to sit at the bar or in the patio in the back. Wait time is really long on the weekend, so order online and expect a 15-30 min wait for your drink

Tr
Review №42

What a beautiful and smooth almond milk latte in a funky and offbeat cafe. My husband enjoyed his vegan Snickerdoodle cookie. I tried a bite too (it was good). Definitely a place to check out if youre in the area!

Mc
Review №43

The location is very convenient, with fast and efficient wi-fi connectivity and a lot of charging outlets. Because of their immaculate service and reasonable prices, I gave this coffee shop a five-star ranking. They all taste fine and really fulfill my needs with their coffees. T I love this place so much. Highly advised!

An
Review №44

Great coffee, friendly barista, positive vibes. I can’t wait to try more coffee

Bi
Review №45

It could have been better.

Bo
Review №46

Really frixken cool place. Love the art and decor here. The staff was friendly and the Chai was on point. Good morning stop shop

Ja
Review №47

A little pricey but the taste is exquisite! Cashier was very kind and helped choose a drink for me

Ke
Review №48

Real good coffee and donuts

Da
Review №49

Great coffee, tight seating; lot of co-working going on. Folks are usually cool about sharing tables.

Mi
Review №50

Great coffee! A free cup of joe with the purchase of a bag of their amazing coffee!

Ma
Review №51

I was told this is the best coffee in Chicago - absolutely right! Not only is their customer service phenomenal but the coffee is amazing. Cayenne pepper in my coffee? Sign me up. Just found my new favorite coffee shop.

Ju
Review №52

An amazing local coffee shop with fantastic baristas looking to make tasty and beautiful drinks. They have a wide selection of food as well. It’s a great place to get a coffee to go or stay awhile and enjoy it at your leisure. Highly recommend to anyone passing by on Belmont!

No
Review №53

Pretty delicious coffee and specialty latte selection in an awesome bar-like setting with great music, an awesome vibe and laid back, fun staff. Great spot to get in some wi-fi but the connection is a bit screwy at times.

Ge
Review №54

One of my favorite coffee shops in the city!

Da
Review №55

The coffee was pretty good [for me], the service was not. We had to flag down the barista, even then one of our hot beverages got to us lukewarm. Lucky for me its not my local cafe, so I neednt worry about returning. The murals are great though, you should check out Jason Brammers work online.

Ma
Review №56

Love for the cold Mayan mocha from NYC

Ha
Review №57

I do love this store than others! Near my house, affordable, the best selections of foods and products, and a nice place to walk in and chill.

Ry
Review №58

Cool spot with good coffee and down to earth city life atmosphere. You must cut and toast your own bagel.

Br
Review №59

Curious why the limit is only 3 people? The place is huge- why not safely utilize it to prevent people from standing in the cold?

Fr
Review №60

Incredibly good coffee, quick and kind staff, creative and quirky atmosphere, what more could you ask for in a coffee shop?This a great spot to stop in and get a cup of coffee and study/work (they even have a printer!). The staff are always charming, and the dark matter coffee is always tasty. Interior has neat artwork and the patio in back is great on a sunny day.Make sure you ask to start a punch card because youll probably be coming back often. Cant recommend Osmium enough

J.
Review №61

Always a great place with amazing coffee and a super chill vibe. Todays music choices were on point for getting work done.

An
Review №62

Dark Matter is some of the best coffee in the world, period. The staff at Osmium are friendly, informed and amazing. A+!

Pa
Review №63

The employees were knowledgeable and helpful in picking out what coffee I wanted. This was my first time here, so I was pretty clueless. Coffee was great!

Br
Review №64

Went here this afternoon. Just got weird vibe, unwelcoming atmosphere, the lady speaks in harsh tone. Card reader not working efficiently also. My first time here too and i dont think ill return to this shop. I might check out the other dark matter coffee shops.

Ar
Review №65

I tried the iced Americano and it was great.

St
Review №66

Awesome dark matter coffee. The iced coffee is as good as I’ve ever had but almost thick it’s so strong.

Mi
Review №67

Nice staff. Theres a lot of art and weed jokes if you look around.

Ch
Review №68

Went to grab a cup of coffee and after walking in at 10am were told they couldn’t serve us because they were closing, for no reason. But somehow people could still order online and pickup. I used to like this place, but after that, probably won’t return here.

Ja
Review №69

Great service

Br
Review №70

Cute picnic tables on the back patio

Vo
Review №71

I love the vibe here, the art on the wall is so unique and interesting to look at. They have a nice patio as well. The coffee and the pastries were both really good, I enjoyed my Wake & Bake coffee and pistachio donut.

Ma
Review №72

Dark Matter roasts some of the best coffee in all of Chicago! The single origin beans are typically from Guatemala or El Salvador. This place showcases several different processing methods such as wet washing, dry washing, barrel aging, fermentation with beer and wine yeasts, and other tasty experimental methods. Also home to quite possibly the only place I’ve ever had good espresso poured.This particular cafe from Dark Matter is one of the coolest they have. Good music all day, friendly atmosphere, friendly staff.

Jo
Review №73

Great coffee and good food too. The coffee beans themselves are amazing often with floral and nutty notes. They are more expensive than your average bag of coffee, but well worth the price. The best feature of this place is the iced coffee on tap and the ability to fill up growlers of the iced coffee at a very affordable cost. The chocolate city is the best iced or cold brew coffee I have ever had. It is triple brewed so it packs a caffeine punch, drink in small portions.

Ni
Review №74

Friendly staff and covid comfortable!

We
Review №75

This place is really trendy. I found the coffee overall as good. People working where rather efficient and helpful. We also had a bagel which was delicious. A great place to pop in or do some work.

An
Review №76

Would not come back to this location. Coffee is good, but aggressive way to ask for tip is unacceptable.“Would you like to leave a tip on a credit card or in cash?”No thank you. After that question I don’t wanna leave anything.

No
Review №77

Cool little coffee place, nice selection of coffee

Es
Review №78

The coffee here is always awesome!

Sa
Review №79

Coffee was PERFECT. The Unicorn Blood Espresso was amazingly smooth and and not bitter or burnt. The Agave mixed drink and Latte had very different flavors, but both were very complimentary with the brew. Neither was overly sweet, both were delicious. The environment/art work/lighting was dark and disturbing, and the customer service was poor (no assistance ordering/offering a menu/describing sizes or costs - didnt tell me when my order was ready - bought a bag of beans, but had to return them for a more recent roast etc)

Co
Review №80

Staff is freaking rude. I walked in with my entire face covered by my sweatshirt, to pick up a pre-order off the counter - from all the way in the back of the bar a girl yelled and said “next time you have to wear a mask”. What the hell do you think an entire sweatshirt over my face is doing? I won’t be back just off of principal.

Ky
Review №81

For some reason, Ive always loved coffee or tea served in a glass cup. From walking in, its a favorite spot for people to come in and get work done. We had to wait for someone to leave to catch a spot. I loved my drink and the employees are very friendly.

Ab
Review №82

Decent place but I wish there was more individual seating. One dude takes up a 4 person table with a single laptop. Clearly the staff saw this so they rung me up to go, no question. :/Guess it is what it is.

Pr
Review №83

This was a great coffee shop to check out. The coffee was excellent. I almost exclusively get Intelligentsia when I am in Chicago, and my brother made me go to a different place. So happy I did. Cant wait to go back, although I still love Intelligentsia!

Al
Review №84

Nice chill neighborhood coffee bar. The staff are courteous and helpful. The iced latte I had was so refreshing on a hot Chicago day. Loved the whole vibe of the place.

Da
Review №85

Awesome coffee and really comfy and fun shop atmosphere

Ad
Review №86

Great coffee. Got a red eye and my girlfriend got a chai. Both very good. Wide range of coffee selection accompanied by cool are and a great back outdoor space.

Ni
Review №87

The staff are always friendly and the drinks are always made with love. Theres great music playing all the time with sick art on the walls. The have sandwiches, dessert, and amazing coffee. Its a chill spot with good vibes. Definitely check this place out. P.s. tons of seating on their patio too.

Cl
Review №88

Good coffee spot with unique blends and brews. Pastries are good, but go quick. The back seating area is nice in the summer, and their punch card rewards program is simple but good.

ma
Review №89

Very busy today, a Sunday afternoon. The coffee is frequently very good. They have a lot of options: pour over, press, drop, and the typical espresso drinks. They sell bags of whole beans, and can grind them for you. The service was friendly. Pretty standard pricing. They have outdoor seating behind the main indoor seating area. Standard baked goods selection.

Pa
Review №90

Delicious coffee, probably the best in the city!

Da
Review №91

Nice mix of options. Great coffee. Ill be back again.

Ka
Review №92

Dark Matter is the best coffee Chicago has to offer! This place is comfy and you can always count on an amazing drink. A great place for Christmas gifts as well!

Li
Review №93

Pros: Staff is great, they make a really mean latte, its nice to find a local place on Belmont with all the chains that have popped up there in the past decade of so. Also, theres an incredibly endearing regular named Allen that will most likely brighten your day.Cons: Its not a great place to study, not the quiet coffee shop atmosphere that I need to focus. Not a big deal, just an FYI.Also, just a note.... the draft cold brew is mocha flavored, so that could go either way, depends on your tastes.

Sa
Review №94

Love this place. A true gem. Best people with the best coffee in the city! And a great spot to work if you enjoy being around others to get things done!

Re
Review №95

This place rocks! Excellent Barrel aged coffee! Got a complimentary cinnamon roll in our 1st time visit!

Ja
Review №96

Cool little place. Both the atmosphere and staff were great. It was like 2 blocks from the city suites hotel where I was staying. I cant necessarily speak on the coffee, but their dirty chai was superb.

St
Review №97

The chocolate coffee (that doesnt have chocolate in it) thats on draft is tasty! The staff is really pleasant. The interior is a little tight, but theres a large outdoor space in the back.

Jo
Review №98

Osmium is a really good coffee shop! They serve Dark Matter coffee (which was absolutely delicious), and the atmosphere was very nice. Their music was alternative (they played Alt-J the whole time), and the staff was friendly. Would definitely recommend.

Ca
Review №99

I love Osmium! The coffee is great, and the seating options are ample -- if you cant find seats inside, head out back, because they have a nice patio seating area with picnic benches. The music is pretty bomb, too.

al
Review №100

I love the Chicago coffee house vibe here. Good milk options! Like that you can sit at the coffee bar too. Cute place!

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4.7 Rating
  • Address:1117 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL 60657, United States
  • Site:https://order.joe.coffee/stores/osmium-coffee-bar/3d2eff06-a4fe-4ec1-917e-ba78f349d1f1/details/(store:order)?category=0
  • Phone:+1 773-360-7553
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee store
Working hours
  • Monday:6AM–5PM
  • Tuesday:6AM–5PM
  • Wednesday:6AM–2PM
  • Thursday:7AM–5PM
  • Friday:6AM–5PM
  • Saturday:6AM–5PM
  • Sunday:6AM–5PM
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:No
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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