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Ritual Coffeehouse
1821 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60613, United States
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Ritual Coffeehouse
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St
Review №1

Very cute place. The patio is adorable. The barista was super pleasant.

Al
Review №2

I biked here on a 90 degree day after 3 failed coffee house attempts to find a working Print-with-me kiosk. Ritual’s worked perfectly, AND it was located right under the blasting air conditioner which was fantastic. Treated myself to a toasted everything bagel and a Cortado which was the perfect size, temp, and texture. Baristas were super nice and the shop was clean and calm. Go here 😍

Mi
Review №3

Coffee is a ritual. Enjoy it.

Dr
Review №4

I have searched high and low for an amazing iced matcha latte. If my iced matcha latte with oat milk doesn’t taste like it was delivered from heaven on a cloud to the depths of Chicago then I don’t want it. I am proud to say that I found that matcha latte here at ritual house. My personal fav in the Chicago land area.

Su
Review №5

Got a green tea latte w: oat milk & it was pretty decent and basic. Watched the barista make it and they have cute decor and seating! Place is super rustic looking and it’s pretty nice to see records and others all around the walls!

a-
Review №6

There are great seating options, some inside, plenty outside. nice atmosphere with chill music. generally not too noisy. i asked for a raspberry mocha but they didnt have any raspberry, however the barista suggested lavender and it was seriously one of the BEST mochas ive ever had. she was very friendly and helpful. 9/10, love this coffee place.

Je
Review №7

Great cappuccino and nice patio :)

Ca
Review №8

Excellent coffee. Friendly staff. Its a little small, but they have a back patio. Fair prices. Highly suggested.

La
Review №9

I asked if they could make me cafe miel, not an item on their menu and they said they could. Best.one.of.my.life. Friendly owner and staff. Super cute outdoor seating. When Im in town again, Id definitely come back.

Jo
Review №10

The coffeehouse is beautiful, staff is friendly, atmosphere is great, prices are fair. Coffee is consistently meh.

Ap
Review №11

This is my second time going to Ritual Coffeehouse - workers are very welcoming & patient, store is very clean and organized. I didn’t know they had bagel sandwiches but I knew I had to get one when I found out! They’re quick and I see their efforts to adhere to CDC guidelines. I’m definitely leaving the Starbucks near me and coming here more often. Put the money back into the community.

Al
Review №12

I’m in love with the hibiscus iced tea! The staff are so friendly, everything is delicious here, and the atmosphere is wonderful, highly recommend this hidden gem!

St
Review №13

Ritual is a dope coffee spot full of good vibes. When you walk in their whole record collection is displayed to the left of the store and they have the records rotating all day. Great coffee! The iced beverage lids are the straw less which is much appreciated. I want to give a shout out to morning crew for reinforcing the new mask mandate Chicago has put it place. The Barista kindly offered a gentleman a mask since he didn’t have one with no problem, but apparently he had all the problems about it. The customer harassed the barista about the new mask mandate, vaccines, and what they thought about everything. The Barista handled the situation so well and with class. Thank you Ritual for providing a safe and clean space ☕️

Sa
Review №14

Made my first stop here in Chicago a coffee stop and couldn’t pass up the apple fritter. LOVED all the vinyl records inside, totally my kind of place, wish the vinyl was for sale! I totally would have snagged a few of them for my collection at home. Oh, and my coffee was delicious too! I shall return before my trip is over and if don’t, I’m saving this place on my Chicago list on google maps for future reference. 👍🏻

So
Review №15

Really chill vibe here. The pour over coffee and moroccan mint tea is delicious.When I was having a conversation with Pete, a guy named Paul at Ritual Coffeehouse approached me. I shared the gospel of Jesus with him. I told him that it is by the stripes of Jesus you are healed and he wants to restore the broken places in your life. Paul shared that he is Catholic and has no feeling in his left hand for 2 years because of bike accident, where he fell on his left hand. We prayed for him and asked him if feeling had come back to his left hand and it did.Before we left the coffeehouse, Paul said, we are more to come back and see him.

Ji
Review №16

Amazing cold brew, great ambiance, staff is incredible and our dog, Hanz, loves their treats :)

Gr
Review №17

Lovely little coffeehouse steps from the Irving Park L. (Take care finding it...the only signage is small, printed on the door.) Excellent pourovers & bar drinks, beans from a variety of craft roasters, wonderful cinnamon buns. Sit outside on the back patio -- nice little oasis from the Chicago summer sun.

Is
Review №18

Ritual? Oh, its going to have to be with coffee like this 👌🏼

Ga
Review №19

Good pour over V60 with the house Ethiopian. Paired really well with the fresh almond croissant! Nice environment and friendly staff. Definitely recommended!

AJ
Review №20

Jacob, the owner, is very warm and welcoming. Each time we come in he hands feed our dog, Tater, treats. We love the back patio.

Sh
Review №21

Great coffee and a great atmosphere! Employees are always friendly and fast. I love the coffee here and the art is amazing on the walls. And also, the wi-fi connection is very fast and the seats are very comfortable. This is my go-to coffee shop ever since I discovered it. Great place to study or hangout. Highly recommended!

An
Review №22

Been to this coffee shop a few times now. Coffee, tea, matcha, it’s all great. Bagels and muffins are tasty too. Nice atmosphere. Very friendly employees.

Vi
Review №23

My fav neighborhood coffeehouse! the coziest lil spot to grab an almond milk chai and read a book. every time friends or family visit I bring them here! always miss it when I’m gone. highly recommend😊

Bi
Review №24

Visited for the first time this morning. Rustic interior design with expansive record collection. Coffee was good with various milk options and syups. Light pastry with breakfast sandos also available.

Is
Review №25

Has been my go to spot for years. Awesome staff and really cool vinyl collection. I recommend the lavender oatmilk latte !!

Sa
Review №26

Shhh! The best chill coffeshop vibe, kind staff with great service, and great simple menu. Keep it secret! And dont ask my dog why he pulls to get there every time we come within the block, even at midnight.

Wi
Review №27

Very good first experience today, had a chai latte and my lady got the tumeric one both delicious. Barista was great feel bad I didnt get a name but well definitely be back to thank them :)

Be
Review №28

My puppy and I love coming to Ritual! They have delicious coffee, kind staff, and an inviting atmosphere.

Ta
Review №29

A lovely calm and casual space, serving wonderful brews and a great chai latte with oat milk.

Sc
Review №30

Friendly staff, delicious coffee, and vinyl records playing in the background.

Le
Review №31

I love the small, backyard get away vibes if you seat outside. The inside has a cozy feel to it too. The coffee is on the stronger side, more burnt and bitter notes so if youre a fan youll enjoy that. I had trouble finding the entry, but dont give up... its there! Enjoy!

Ch
Review №32

Very good coffee house!

Ch
Review №33

Kind baristas. Ive learned more about coffee since I started going here. And I just learned about the cute back patio!The place does need a bigger sign. I drive down Irving Park every day and had no idea it was there! Does that make it our best kept secret?Love that they use the coincidentally titled Ritual pre-order app too. I loooove when good things are convenient.

Wi
Review №34

Fantastic neighborhood coffee shop with a record player inside and a great patio out back!

Ti
Review №35

Staff is always friendly and fast, and coffee is very good!

Jo
Review №36

Really friendly staff and very clean! They make a delightful dirty chai latte. Right off the brown line, but never overly busy. There is a cute alley way patio in the back for nice days.

El
Review №37

Great coffee and they allow friendly puppers. Who doesnt need dog therapy right now? Im so happy this is in my neighborhood and so conveniently located next to the brown line stop. They have online ordering which I appreciate. Ill need to bring extra cash for my pick up next time since I didnt see an option to tip online. Hopefully thats a setting that can be updated for their site, I like to tip on line when possible!

Ch
Review №38

Nice folks! Great coffee and charming atmosphere.

Ev
Review №39

Polite service and great tasting latte. The bagel was also delicious! Outdoor seating is nice and airy too.

Ab
Review №40

Wonderful staff, atmosphere, music, and chai lattes!

Ja
Review №41

Absolutely wonderful establishment. Courteous helpful staff.

Ma
Review №42

Mocha was so great

Ni
Review №43

Very solid place for coffee off the Irving Park Brown Line!

Ha
Review №44

Good coffee and breakfast sandwiches. Nice little shaded outdoor seating in back to social distance. Unfortunately one of the servers was not wearing a mask

Sc
Review №45

Really nice little shop that seems great for getting some work done. Unfortunately, the clientele that come here are super annoying loud people who don’t consider sitting patrons when they enter. Wish they could improve on this aspect but seems mostly like an issue with location. Food prices are also super high and not usually proportionate to freshness/quality.

SJ
Review №46

Great ☕. Printer kiosk lol!

Ke
Review №47

The cold brew was good, but the patio was great. I’ve missed having coffee outside this summer, and Ritual offered a pleasant space to catch up with a friend.

Br
Review №48

Great coffee and service, good vibe, and not impossible to find a seat in like some other coffee shops nearby. Tiny space, but during the months when the outdoors are hospitable to human life, it seems they have a huge back patio. Pastry and bagel selection is just okay, but the unadvertised breakfast sandwich is quite good.

La
Review №49

They make a great Breakfast sandwich and have great muffins

Sa
Review №50

Amazing coffee clean and cozy atmosphere. Great neighborhood coffee shop.

An
Review №51

A rock and roll coffee shop that manages to be relaxed and comfortable at the same time. Love the vinyl records, like a jukebox without the machine. And the coffee is incredible. Dont miss the turmeric latte, esp. good with soy milk.

Sa
Review №52

Best place ever!!!

Ja
Review №53

Good coffee, good people. They do charge for refills, which I love because it shows they value their product. And it is a product worth valuing! They serve both intellencia and Passion House. Will definitely be back for the atmosphere and delicious hot coffee.

An
Review №54

Good atmosphere, tight selection of pastry and coffee, and great service!

Ca
Review №55

This coffee shop is so neat! I love the record player and all the records they have. Cant wait to go back on a day when I can hang around for a bit.

Jo
Review №56

Great consistent brew. Good people in here.

La
Review №57

BEST COFFEE HOUSE IN LAKEVIEW....VERY RESPECTFUL AND GENUINE PEOPLE..

Ni
Review №58

What a wonderful way to end the night ❤️ amazing nitro brew on a hot Chicago night

Bl
Review №59

Back patio is a treat!

Pa
Review №60

Very friendly and passionate staff. Lots of attention to detail, and great care taken with in-house drinks. The dont boil their milk like most coffee chains, so you get the full richness of the coffee. Great spot for killing time or doing some work.

Ma
Review №61

First time here today and the barista was so nice and so helpful in suggesting drinks I may be interested in! My oat milk chai latte is delicious. I got my coffee to go, but the atmosphere of the space seemed like a great place to do work or catch up with friends.

Jo
Review №62

Cozy place with friendly staff and a cool vintage record collection

Kr
Review №63

I am in love with this coffee shop. They have an excellent variety of teas and yummy donuts, and its never too crowded to sit down for awhile and get some work done. They also have a solid record collection so you can put something on if you want. This place is a hidden gem.

Mi
Review №64

Awesome shop. Great coffee. The barista was wonderful. Nailed the aesthetic and dogs are allowed! 🐶🤠

Mi
Review №65

Turmeric latte was nice

Ti
Review №66

The best atmosphere! I perfect neighbor joint. Love the coffee, people and the vibe here. It is my happy place!!

Ke
Review №67

This was my first time there and I was truly amazed! The server was friendly and the mocha latte was delicious

Ev
Review №68

Serving great quality coffee. Worth trying.

Qu
Review №69

Great coffee, friendly staff and comfortable environment. Open until 10pm every night! Therefore, everything I could want in a study environment. Hope they continue to stay open that late.

Ga
Review №70

Their turmeric latte is the most amazing. I love the ambiance, the records and record player, and their service is top notch. And the coffee is amazing to boot. Definitely a spot I always hit when Im in the neighborhood!

Du
Review №71

Front room is somewhat unremarkable, but the back patio is a really nice retreat from the city. The owner is very nice and welcoming. Definitely worth a try if you are on the fence.

An
Review №72

Very comfy location. Great ambience! Highly recommend

Ti
Review №73

Awesome atmosphere and great staff. Always friendly and make you feel welcomed. Love the records as well, very unique. Must stop place in North Center!

Ri
Review №74

Ambience and iron pots of unusual tea blends (333) are of delight.

No
Review №75

The BEST dirty chai latte in the city, bar none

Ky
Review №76

Amazing coffee! Simple menu and great sandwiches too.

Ka
Review №77

I had the espresso with oat milk and it was delicious. Cute little patio in the back. This is a very dog friendly place with very nice staff and excellent coffee.

Er
Review №78

When people review a coffee shop, I want to know about the coffee. So here you go:They serve Intelligencia. Yay. They have Oatly! yay. They also have stevia! Medium coffee was only $2.78 -ish. good job Ritual.

Er
Review №79

Coffee was good. I liked the Chemex pourover.

Th
Review №80

Very friendly and helpful staff. Really reasonable prices for some really well done coffee!

An
Review №81

The only thing better than their delicious, properly roasted coffee is the friendliness of the staff. Each barrista there greats me with a smile and prompt service. Did I mention how on point the beans are?

La
Review №82

The baristas are always super friendly and they are really knowledgeable. The coffee is really great and the few pastries Ive had have been really good. Im so happy to have a cool, independent coffee shop in my neighborhood!

Wi
Review №83

Quaint and quiet coffee house. Theyre often spinning records, too. Its a chill place with free WiFi and the best chai Ive ever tasted.

Ay
Review №84

I adore this shop. Incredible wifi, incredible coffee, kind and friendly workers. Jacob is a wondrous host. I cant recommend this place enough!

Ch
Review №85

Nice staffs, small and cozy place. Got great music and nice taste of pour over coffee. The staff was professional. They got V60 and Chemex.

Be
Review №86

The perfect romantic coffee shop where you can see + hear your date. The Basic is great for first dates with an excellent (and no-choice) opportunity to move on to next venue.The Basics -- common espresso drinks with Intelligentsia beans, plenty of organic Kilogram Tea, printer, 2 food selections, soft music background, quiet, quaint.In simplicity, Ritual has 5G WiFi!

Mi
Review №87

Newest coffee shop in the area and they have great coffee and service. Baked goods are locally sourced and look delicious. If you have time, pick out an LP to play.

Ro
Review №88

Fast and friendly service. Convenient to public transportation. Coffee is great as are the bagel sandwiches.

Ba
Review №89

Great coffee great atmosphere. Friendly and quick service and fast internet. Love the cold brew.

Ta
Review №90

The owner is a great guy and very personable. The employees are very kind fun to talk to. The food and drinks are amazing.

Om
Review №91

Love the coffee love the vibes, current fav place in Bahrain

As
Review №92

Ritual is an adorable coffee house near the Irving Park Brown Line Station in North Center, and it is 100% worth a pop-in! I tried the Vanilla Cold Brew, which I recommend if you are a cold brew fan.The shop itself is small, but offers table and bar space. Free Wi-Fi is a plus, and the chalkboard walls and serene feel of the shop provide the perfect backdrop for a day of working remotely or a casual coffee with friends.The baked treats look great, so I will have to try one of those on my next visit. I have a feeling this will soon be my go-to as it is much more local than the other coffee shop options in the area.BONUS: This place has a record turntable and will let you play from a selection of records OR bring in your own to play! =)

Ba
Review №93

Good coffee for an Aussies standards.. and anyone who knows us knows we have high standards when it comes to coffee ;) AND friendly staff too 👍🏼

Da
Review №94

Lots of great reviews for this place. Good atmosphere. Knowledgeable barista that knows customers. On the cons, for me, the batch coffee tasted watered down. The tables are reclaimed wood (or themed so) and make for an uneven work surface and also hard to use a wireless mouse. Lastly, they dont offer free or discounted refills which is pretty odd - Dark Matter even does cheap refills on cold brew. I can see why regulars like this place, but would not use it as a go to coffee shop for work.

Ke
Review №95

I like to work out of this place. Great music, but not too loud. Great coffee, environment, and staff.

Je
Review №96

One of my favorite places. Lps, great drinks, alternative milks, reasonable prices.

Ma
Review №97

Its a really cozy space with great drinks and friendly staff.

Ph
Review №98

Great coffee spot with a friendly staff! Dog friendly as well.

Ma
Review №99

Staff is friendly and helpful. Most importantly, coffee is good. They use Intelligentsia beans and have a good selection of coffee drinks. They play music louder than your average Starbucks so I dont recommend coming here to work if you take a lot of calls. But it is otherwise a very work-friendly place. Plenty of open outlets near seating and good WiFi speed (I was averaging about 45 Mbps download).Bonus point: theyre also pretty quick if youre on your way to the train or bus right there.

Si
Review №100

The ambience is inviting and the employees are genuinely kind. Its got a good mix of rustic and modern, and of course, the coffee is great.

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  • Address:1821 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60613, United States
  • Site:https://facebook.com/Ritual-Coffeehouse-1485853045074074/
  • Phone:+1 773-857-1224
Categories
  • Coffee shop
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–8PM
  • Tuesday:7AM–8PM
  • Wednesday:7AM–8PM
  • Thursday:7AM–8PM
  • Friday:7AM–8PM
  • Saturday:7AM–8PM
  • Sunday:7AM–8PM
Service options
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery: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
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
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