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Sip Coffee House
1223 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642, United States
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Ja
Review №1

Sip - always a reliably good cup of coffee and espresso. This was a mainstay for me back when good coffee was still something you had to look for in the city. I spent many days in this place studying in my school years, and I was back frequently for any relaxing R&R with a good cup of joe. The space is quaint, laid back and with plenty of comfortable seats. The backyard patio is great for the summer, and parking was never too difficult to find in the neighborhood. Plenty of nearby good eats as well for when your stomach starts to rumble, though they also have tasty snacks and treats.

π
Review №2

Lovely coffee / tea shoppe. Use a mug and get a free coffee refill. They serve intelligencia beans and homemade goodies. I tried the blueberry cranberry bread and it was heavenly. The staff is patient, friendly, and attentive. I felt right at home in this shoppe and think I found another favorite coffee house. Easily my favorite in this neighborhood. As a coffee roaster, Ive explored hundreds of coffee joints, and this particular one lands pretty high on my list. There is WiFi and no shortage of outlets. Perfect for a study, a meet with a mate, a morning brew, or just an oasis from it all.

Ma
Review №3

Sip Coffee House is my favorite café in the city! It has a well rounded vibe of comfortable, cozy, chill, lively, social, relaxing, but also work friendly. It is a great place to get work done whether you’re a professional, a student, or all of the above. It’s also just an awesome place to come and unwind with friends.The coffee and tea selection are pretty extensive so you’ll find something for any taste bud. This is truly the epitome of a third place environment. Home away from home :)

Me
Review №4

Quick service, good coffeehouse music, lots of cool places to sit inside and outside. A very cute, comfy, and hip little coffee shop. They also have these cute little cat sushi figurines on their till, maybe thats what makes me love it so much, I dunno but the second I saw them I was in love with this place! :). Very unique little spot, love it! Latte was very yummy!

Mo
Review №5

Very quiet and comfortable atmosphere. The beverage selection is amazing. Typical fancy coffee drinks as well as good coffee and a great selection is teas, like rooibos flavors, black green, and white flavors. Served in a tea pot with refills awesome. Definitely a great place to study for boards

Le
Review №6

Great place to get some work done! A little busy on a Saturday afternoon but still plenty of seating to choose from.

Am
Review №7

Amazing space - huge work room with lots of natural light. Intelligentsia coffee. Delicious pastries.

Da
Review №8

We got our delicious hot drinks, an apple juice, I got a toasted ham and cheese croissant and she had a sesame seed bagel. Everything was QUALITY!! Very delicious, with a seating area in the back that was deceptively big, with very relaxing and chill music playing overhead. We both agreed our experience there was the perfect way to start our day. Starbucks is nearby...SKIP THAT, COME HERE!! You wont regret that choice!

Ma
Review №9

What a fantastic place with plenty of room inside and out and delicious coffee. When I walked in, the woman behind the counter greeted me with exhubarance, and I was so surprised by her friendliness, I didnt know how to respond (since people arent usually so friendly). It gets pretty crowded, and I can see why. A very good atmosphere overall.

Gi
Review №10

Great coffee! Hip and cool place to work or to just have a cup of coffee by yourself or with a friend.

Ov
Review №11

This place is a hidden gem, delicious coffee with an even better decor/space. Try out their backyard on a sunny day!

Sh
Review №12

This place is very charming, perfect for working or studying even. Quite comfortable and minimal noise. I enjoyed a turkey and sharp cheddar sandwich on a pretzel bun, w/pesto mayo on the side and it did not disappoint. Vanilla Latte was exceptional as well! I cant wait to return! Very helpful and friendly staff!

Ma
Review №13

Super cute coffee house that opens to ample seating in the back. I had one of their holiday drinks, and while I dont remember the name, it was delicious. The staff was also super friendly.They had a couple of board games on hand, and my group and I sat on some very comfy chairs and a couch if youre looking for a place to pass on time.

Sa
Review №14

This cafe personifies laid back to perfection.You walk in, order your drink, choose your cups if youre having tea and find a place to sit in an area that looks like a massive living room with different types of furniture. Its a great place to hangout, catch up with friends and have good conversation. Its not too noisy and they have a patio as well.The staff are really friendly and it just adds to the overall chill out vibe of the place. Even though the drinks are not particularly fantastic, I would definitely recommend coming here just for the ambience.

Re
Review №15

A great coffee shop! The staff is friendly, and the beverages are tasty. I went there to get some work done and it’s nice that they have printers and outlets by every table. It also isn’t too loud.

An
Review №16

The taste and aroma of their coffees will surely get you coming back for more. Plus, their delectable meals and edibles are perfect matches. Accept this review as my way of saying thanks and see you soonest for my comeback.

Iv
Review №17

Super cute place with lot of characters! I love their court yard, its great for hangout or studying while absorbing some sun! They dont play loud music either, and everyone inside was pretty much in complete silence so it is a great studying place.

Du
Review №18

Great coffee, great atmosphere, plenty of seating. This place has it all and is perfect if you are looking for a spot to set up a laptop and get some work done. I have tried A LOT of coffee shops in Chicago and this place is easily in my top 3 favorite I have visited.

Mi
Review №19

A cool place, a small upstairs balcony kind of area. I really like the idea of choosing your own mug from their eclectic collection. Even better when the weather is nicer and they have the patio space opened up.

Ci
Review №20

Dont let the exterior deceive you. It looks so small from the outside but it really opens up on the inside. Theres an upstairs, downstairs, and two outdoor areas so there are plenty of seating.The drinks are great and reasonably priced. I ordered the London Fog and its this creamy but light earl grey tea latte. Not too sweet either! The baristas are also super friendly so TIP GENEROUSLY!They also carry Terrys Toffee!!!

Ma
Review №21

Cool local coffeehouse with a great selection of interesting flavored drinks. They also have a really comfortable space for working or relaxing in the back, as well as outdoor patio areas.

Ya
Review №22

This place is AMAZING! I absolutely LOVE the atmosphere, TONS of space (I went in the winter, and it was great, I hear its even better in the summer!) lots of outlets, coffee is great, sandwich was amazing, good (lo-tuned) music. It is about 20min from me, but either way, I am DEF going back. Oh, and the sarcastic signs were awesome as well. Lastly, I came to study and do some homework, but they do also provide a large selection of magazines to read while in house. I was there for over 6hrs studying and no one looked at me weird. Very nice spot!

Da
Review №23

Sip is my favorite neighborhood coffee shop in the area. The service is always top notch, and makes for a great place to hang out and enjoy a hot drink. If you are hungry, try one of the toasted ham and cheese croissant sandwiches. They are quite excellent.

Mi
Review №24

Fantastic coffee and a ham and cheese croissant? Yeah. Sip came through in a massive way. The couch spot was super snugs and I got a lot done. This place was an absolute weapon on getting me prepped for the weekend on some Friday hustling vibes.

Wa
Review №25

A great coffee shop with all of the usual coffee servings, plus unique and tasty creations of their own. The food is scrumptious. Theres inside seating and a fantastic patio.

J
Review №26

I have been a patron since day one, and this place has only gotten better. The creativity in the lattes speaks so much to this business and who makes it.

Su
Review №27

Quiet atmosphere, great coffee selection. Ample outlets and strong wifi. Back nook great place to get work done. Tasty yogurt parfaits and fresh fruits. Other snack and lunch options.

Jo
Review №28

Sip is a great coffee house. The coffee is really good, the service is with a smile, and its a wonderful place to get some work done. Quiet atmosphere too.

Ja
Review №29

Wonderful little coffee shop surprisingly large in the back. Wonderful and comfortable seating indoor and out new art monthly. Wonderful staff. Extensive magazine rack and a printer available.

To
Review №30

Very good coffee, quick service. Very reasonable prices. They serve Intelligentsia.My go to out of a neighborhood full of high end coffee shops. La Colombe, Stumptown, Dark Matter and Big Shoulders are all in walking distance - I go to Sip!

Lu
Review №31

One of my favorite coffee shops in the city. Perfect place to work remotely. Great tea selection and ample sitting inside and outside.

Re
Review №32

I love Sips Coffee House. Great customer service and warmely enivorment. Plenty available tables and couches to sit at. When the weather is nice, Sip has great patio you can use. Sip is one of my favorite places to grab coffee.

sa
Review №33

Decent coffee and desserts. Cute atmosphere. Unfortunately, I guess it was an employee Im not sure, was not so subtlety hinting they wanted us to leave. We stopped by at 6pm on a Saturday, they close at 7pm. Around 615, the employee started noisily moving chairs, tables and trash bags. So rude and didnt allow for a pleasant experience. We will not be back.

Ja
Review №34

If you want a cozy at home feeling, Sip is for you. The coffee is great. I ordered a muffing that tasted old and the cashier exchanged it for something different. The music changes depending on who is working, seems they put music on depending on personal taste, it went from Jazz, to soft rock, pop...

El
Review №35

Lovely and accommodating staff. Awesome patio. Food options are slim, but work if you just need a snack.

Ka
Review №36

Stumbled in here today on my way to the barbershop and instantly fell in love with this place! It’s so cozy and cute — lots of space too! Friendly employees and the muffin I had was perfecto!

No
Review №37

Cozy coffee shop with a warm atmosphere. They have mismatched coffee mugs, which Im a big fan of. The WiFi was spotty when I visited but Ive been before when that wasnt the case.

Ca
Review №38

I was just passing through. I love this place! Good coffee and nice atmosphere.

Ge
Review №39

Good vibes- friendly staff, hip crowd, nice decor that makes it hipster but nice, and the bathroom has a bunch of lotion options that make it feel relaxing like a spa. Try the toasted ham and cheese croissant. No Amex.

Bh
Review №40

Great, cute coffee shop with ample space for work or catching up with friends. There is a lot of natural light and comfy seating. Good Wi-fi and a patio for outdoor seating. Beware that there is a $5 minimum to use a credit card!

Mo
Review №41

Coffees are great here. Sip Signature drinks such as Panic Attack (4 shots of espresso) and Mint Meltaway Mocha. Non-coffee drinks includes tea and smoothies.They have some sweets like zucchini bread and brownies.Exterior building is very simple and dull that you would missed it but once you enter, it is cozy. GREAT place to hang out to study, read, or meet friends. Backyard patio is nice and quaint with a tree growing out of brick ground and alfresco tables. Small space on second floor with cozy sofa for intimate group or a first date.

Er
Review №42

Very cute and cozy small little place!

Bi
Review №43

Great coffee and snacks. Two patios. Plenty of seating. Great place to read and get some work done.

Gr
Review №44

Lovely neighborhood cafe with their own funky coffee creations, as well as all the standards. Lots of room to meet people or work...airy space, with outside seating, too.

Mu
Review №45

Great coffee shop. A lot of seating, two patios, perfect for summer. I order there special Suntan latte which was great, slightly sweet. Staff was very friendly.

Al
Review №46

Good coffee & service, and great laid-back setting...pastries are nothing fancy and leave a bit to be desired.

Ch
Review №47

Nice folks at a tasty coffee shop. Fun selection of to-go sandwiches.

We
Review №48

This absolutely one of my favorite coffee shops. The loft style is a really awesome place to work or ponder life on the chaise lounge.

Je
Review №49

This is everything I’m looking for in a coffee shop. The space is very cool and has two patios. The baristas are friendly. The coffee and WiFi are great. Two very enthusiastic thumbs up.

Na
Review №50

Nice little coffee shop. Staff is friendly and service is quick!

Co
Review №51

Great work space. Intelligentsia coffee, macha green tea, vegan snacks like heart thrive bars. Four tables upstairs.

Jo
Review №52

Great place to get some work done. Also the outdoor patio is great with good weather

Se
Review №53

Its easily the best coffee house in the city. The staff is very friendly and humble, and the coffee is one of my favorite. The free WiFi and lounge are also appreciated.

Er
Review №54

Awesome little coffee shop with great selections of drinks and teas. Love going here to meet or get work done. Free WiFi and friendly staff. Support the local businesses!

Jo
Review №55

Cocooning backroom that cannot be seen from outside, which is really good for resting a little bit or working quietly. The food and beverage go just perfectly with the atmosphere.I think it must work a lot on winter.

An
Review №56

House coffee was delicious. Good service. Nice atmosphere.

mi
Review №57

I can stop by with my dog - great service and friendly - wish they would get hip to oat milk!

Ra
Review №58

Cute little coffee shop with free wifi and a cool, high-ceilinged back area. Were only in town for a few days, and I expect well be back before we leave!

ag
Review №59

Reminds me of my favorite coffee houses in Bangkok. A great little nook in the city.

Is
Review №60

Great place with ample seating and kind staff. The patios are great when its warm out.

Mi
Review №61

Beautiful coffee shop with good space to work or hang out with friends. This is what you want in a cafe!

Ka
Review №62

Cute coffee shop with great food and a homey vibe. Super cute outdoor space, too.

Sa
Review №63

My favorite local coffee shop. Cute interior, great coffee, good snack selection.

St
Review №64

Sip is a cute little coffee shop with an amazing garden - I love it!

Mi
Review №65

I give it four stars not based on the bev I actually got, but instead based on the good quality ingredients and what I expect the coffee tastes like, as well as the two garden spaces and the big indoor seating area. People are right that, from the outside and even the counter area, you totally dont expect it to be as extensive as it is. I didnt want to have more coffee when I went, so I ordered a London fog, which basically tasted like sweetened cream to me, even as time passed and the Earl Grey had plenty of time to steep. It didnt have much tea flavor, and tea lattes (unfortunately) tend to be extremely sweet, so I was expecting that, but the lack of flavor was less expected. So my drink was not so good, and Id try to get coffee next time instead, but the ingredients and settings are 4-star-worthy.Everyone in the back had papers or computers out, and one group of people seemed to be scrapbooking or something, with stuff totally covering a big table. It seems like a place you could go for the day and not worry about being bothered to leave. They have some food, too, although there are other more interesting food options nearby. There is one person working, so if theres any line itll be slow. They have a bike rack right out front.

Th
Review №66

Had a pleasant morning here today with a group of friends from the Chicagoland Coffee and Conversation Meetup. We experienced fast and friendly service while enjoying a perfect time out on the back patio! Highly recommended.

Sh
Review №67

Awesome place to work or study all day. Quality coffee

Da
Review №68

Best place to grab a coffee on my morning walk. Dog friendly.

ye
Review №69

Good selection of coffee and tea, and nice place to hang out or do homeworks

Le
Review №70

Quiet space for studying, great unique space, free wifi. Magazines for quick mental study break!

Ed
Review №71

Excellent iced coffee and pastries. The staff are friendly, laid back and have dark, quirky senses of humor.

Mi
Review №72

Pretty good cappuccino, cool vibe. Support local businesses.

Ia
Review №73

Best work spot and almost always has room. The patios are 👍👍👍

va
Review №74

Awesome place, good coffee, hipsters, family business, support the local community

Jo
Review №75

Nice atmosphere. Friendly service

Ch
Review №76

The turmeric ginger tea was so good.

Ch
Review №77

This place feels like home but, with other people there you dont know. Lol wonderful fun staff

Ia
Review №78

Everything you want in a local coffee shop: quaint, comfy, with very nice and helpful staff, local art on the walls, and, of course, fast and stable wi-fi.

Me
Review №79

Spacious and well lit, good place to work or read. Free refills on drip coffee.

Je
Review №80

One of my top 2 favorite coffee shops in the city. The back patio is fantastic to study by when the weathers nice.

St
Review №81

Really lovely place to drink coffee and work, not always seats available, but it is nice when there are.

Jo
Review №82

Great place to camp out and work a while with a good cup of joe

Mi
Review №83

Cool place, a neighborhood staple. Support local businesses

JJ
Review №84

Beautiful balcony in back to work at and delicious drinks

Ry
Review №85

Great little coffee shop with lots of room to work and free WiFi

Vi
Review №86

This is a great place to go to becauseyoure greeted with sincerity, the pastries are scrumptious, good selection of healthy food, wi fi, and conversation if you choose. Decor is beautiful, and the two outdoor patios are shaded, and inviting.

Br
Review №87

Great independent coffee house with a chill vibe... doesnt look like much from the street, but the back is a great space to hangout and get some work done.

Sh
Review №88

Mmm, delicious coffee! a great area to read in, always enough chairs.

Be
Review №89

One of the best coffee places in Chicago. Outdoor area in back

Tu
Review №90

This is my favorite coffee shop in the city!Always great tunes, great layout, friendly service.

Ra
Review №91

This place has a great garden patio in the back.

Ed
Review №92

Clean & quiet place to relax. Great drinks as well.

Mo
Review №93

Pretty cool place, staff are so friendly and nice.

Je
Review №94

This neighborhood gem has a hidden courtyard garden. Great coffee and excellent breakfast, lunch, and snack food options.

lo
Review №95

Nice place but anyways cold.

Ma
Review №96

Great down to earth staff, great cofffee, free wifi and intelligensia coffee.. great place to chill

TJ
Review №97

Lovely neighborhood coffee house.

Da
Review №98

Great place to have a one-on-one meeting

Ca
Review №99

Good vibes, loft space, patios, sun roofs!

Ge
Review №100

Great place to get work done!

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  • Address:1223 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642, United States
  • Site:http://sipcoffeehouse.com/
  • Phone:+1 312-563-1123
Categories
  • Coffee shop
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–7PM
  • Tuesday:7AM–7PM
  • Wednesday:7AM–7PM
  • Thursday:7AM–7PM
  • Friday:8AM–7PM
  • Saturday:8AM–6PM
  • Sunday:7AM–7PM
Service options
  • Dine-in:No
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
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