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Cafe La Fortuna Hinsdale
46 Village Pl, Hinsdale, IL 60521, United States
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Cafe La Fortuna Hinsdale
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A
Review №1

A cozy downtown coffee shop with delicious drink and some food options. When I went, there was no indoor seating available, but it does look like they have space for some. I was able to enjoy my coffee just outside under a tent during the rain

Pa
Review №2

Little coffee shop thats kindve hidden in the alleyway. Staff is courteous in my order. Pricing is great ($5 altogether) and tasted great. The old fashioned donut was my favorite. The espresso had a nice kick to it. Inside their is not a lot of room but outdoor seating is available.

Ch
Review №3

Friendly staff and great food. They serve amazing coffee / pastries. Definitely a must visit shop when in town.

Ni
Review №4

Their coffee is great. Their cafe de olla is amazing.

Ta
Review №5

LOVE ANGELA AND RICH!!! These guys are always welcoming and friendly in the morning. Small shop with lots of charm. Highly suggest the Mayan coffee.

Al
Review №6

Great employees, great food, great everything. Their outside seating is gorgeous. LOVE their iced mayan coffee! highly recommend

Da
Review №7

Top notch coffee shop with the friendliest staff ever. They also offer specialty Mexican flavors.

Ke
Review №8

Great coffee roasted in house from Mexico. Delicious selection of pastries and goodies to go with too!

Am
Review №9

Great with children and food allergies ( so many milks to choose from). The Mexican hot chocolate is great and they carry gluten free and dairy free treats.

Da
Review №10

Every cup of coffee here is made skillfully with love. mayan (hot) & chocolate croissants are a favorite. Staff is friendly & full of personality. Many loyal regulars come in and out and feels like a community. Im in my 20s and this soon became my favorite spot in Hinsdale out of college!

Ch
Review №11

Their espresso blend is over roasted. I know they use good quality beans, but they could do better during the roasting process.

Bo
Review №12

I can’t drink plain Americano at all before, because most americanos are so bitter for me. but Cafe La Fortuna’s black and Americanos I can drink! Their coffee is so good and smooth and not bitter! I bought some coffee for my family ☺️

La
Review №13

This place is honestly great. Its a feeling of home. Quaint, comfortable and affordable. DEF recommend the Mayan - never had such a delicious kick in the butt so early!

No
Review №14

Delicious espresso, kind and courteous staff, and prime location! The space is small with no seating but situated perfectly to walk through downtown Hinsdale. Ill definitely be back.

Pi
Review №15

Would have rated it a 5 since they have a lot of allergy free options but they do not ask customers to wear masks. Not going back.

Ca
Review №16

Love everything about this place!!! Angela the owner goes above & beyond!!

Al
Review №17

This is the best place to get coffee. I will travel a long distance for their Mayan Coffee (for me) and Mexican Hot Chocolate (for my wife). Always a pleasant experience when I go.

Sa
Review №18

VERY friendly staff and accommodating. Great with small kids. Delicious coffee and biscotti.

Th
Review №19

Cool spot. I was driving a passenger around and she recommended this place. Cool little spot. Got an Americano, but the menu was pretty big!They were very friendly!!

Am
Review №20

Great selection of alternative milks. Love the Mexican hot chocolate!

Su
Review №21

Delicious, unique and friendly service that has a lot of heart. Good vibes and awesome.

Ar
Review №22

Great Mayan Coffe. Great service. Sure Ill be back to try all the Mexican specialties.

Ca
Review №23

Cafe de olla was delicious. Friendly barista. I was so pleased to find a real coffee shop here in the burbs.

Mi
Review №24

Drove 30 minutes to try their coffee. It was well worth the drive. Staff is extremely friendly and the quality is great.

Da
Review №25

You wont find better coffee this side of the Rio Grande!

Ma
Review №26

Excellent service delicious coffee an aroma of fresh coffee ☕

Er
Review №27

Amazing coffee handcrafted from Mexico and owned by Latina women! My go to spot in Hinsdale. My fave is the café de la olla :)

ab
Review №28

The best authentic Mexican cafe con leche in Chicago metro area.

We
Review №29

Absolutely, amazing coffee! My daughter is obsessed with the Bobba Teas. Love that they know me by name and feels like my neighbor coffee shop!!😍

Kr
Review №30

Best chai lattes. The service is always a pleasure

br
Review №31

So yummy. Bubble tea was deeeelicious. Need to try that wonderful coffee next!!!!

Al
Review №32

If it werent for the limited indoor seating incannsee myself here all the time. The shared patio seating is great.

Be
Review №33

Wasn’t originally going to go here, but saw the reviews and figured, “hmm must be pretty good”. so i walked in and was immediately greeted with a very nice barista. we expressed it was our first time and we was willing to help us decide. i ordered a cold brew and a latte, both of which were of high quality. that, on top of the service makes me certain i’ll be back again.

Ma
Review №34

I love this place of amazing, creative and tasty coffee and tea drinks. They have delicious food and a kind staff. A true gathering place to see old friends and make new ones.

De
Review №35

Love this coffee shop! We placed a big order of drinks and they did it with no problem. The manager made the process so easy for us from ordering to when we picked up, she also put all the names on the cups which made everything so much easier! Rich was also very nice with answering all the questions I had! Will definitely be ordering from here again.

An
Review №36

Hidden gem of the western suburbs! The coffee is amazing, and the employees make you feel cared for as a customer. Ive been stopping by weekly ever since recently discovering this spot; I cant stay away!

Ha
Review №37

Ive had two very pleasant experiences here! Love the friendly staff. Also the Mexican specialty drinks are amazing! Try the cafe con leche and the Mayan coffee. Get the biscotti too! Love coming to this cafe when Im in the area.

Ri
Review №38

The best cappuccino around & the friendliest owners!!

Se
Review №39

My favorite place in Hinsdale. Coffee and chai are delicious. Fantastic customer service. Fidelity program makes it a good value.

Mi
Review №40

Great coffee. The owner is super friendly. Great buy local alternative to you-know-who.

Ch
Review №41

Wonderful coffee and tea. Biscotti and croissants are divine. Beautiful china cups when you have time to linger. Angela evokes warmth and genuine hospitality.💗 La Fortuna is a cozy gem tucked in downtown Hinsdale.

Sa
Review №42

I grew up in Hinsdale, Ive lived all over the US and to this day this is one of the best coffee shops Ive ever been to. Great coffee and prices are fantastic given what youre getting - great coffee, roasted in-house, made well, and with friendly service.

Da
Review №43

Rich has amazing hospitality and he would keep me coming in everyday. Great place for good coffee and plenty of sweets to satisfy your sugar cravings. I will make it a point to stop in when Im in Hinsdale.

Mo
Review №44

Amazing coffee, hot chocolate, shakes and ... breakfast paninis with homemade authentic salsa! Our favorite coffee stop in the area, and great service,Highly recommend!!!

F
Review №45

Try the Mayan Coffee or de olla with a delicious breakfast panini

Sa
Review №46

Drinks are fine, employees weren’t wearing masks

Fl
Review №47

Refreshed roasted bean right there on site. Excellent gourmet candies, bakery items and goodies. All hand crafted and eloquently presented. This place truly stands out from all coffeeshops.They have very high-end coffee and high-tech, machinery they use. Prices should not matter if you are looking for a local, small business, specialty place.

Jo
Review №48

Great small coffee shop ambiance. Owners have their own coffee plantation and do their own roasting here in Hinsdale. Their pink label casa blend is a sweet coffee lovers dream. Super nice owner/ operators.

Do
Review №49

Great coffee and service. Pastries are worth trying as well!

Ra
Review №50

I have never understood the appeal of biscotti, particularly when there are so many other more appealing baked goods nearby. My friend insisted I come here and try the biscotti though and now I am sold. Nothing like the stale crunchy ones I am used to, so flavorful and perfect dipped in a hot cup of coffee

ke
Review №51

This place it’s really good old school coffee shop and the coffee is so good

Sc
Review №52

This place is great convenient and cozy I highly recommend stopping by !

Ra
Review №53

A hidden gem. Go there and spend your money. Keep them around. But only if you love delicious coffee where they know you by name.

La
Review №54

Amazing coffee. The environment is very cozy and welcoming. The service is amazing. Everyone is so kind and genuine. Coming from a Starbucks fan, this place is way better than Starbucks.

Is
Review №55

Small cafe down an alley from the main street in downtown Hinsdale. A half dozen two tops and a small, not very usable bar. A coffee roaster takes up a fair hunk of space. Innocuous country music on audio with a TV (fortunately high up and not very noticeable showing the title). 1.5 high celing with painted beams. Light is low but sufficient. Couple of outlets. Kids painting and kitsch on the walls. No rest room. I was there on a beautiful fall Saturday morning and there was a constant stream of regulars picking up drinks, many of whom the gregariously friendly owner (I assume) greeted by name. Small lunchy and breakfast menu. Nice hot chocolate. Chai is Oregon swill. Small selection of decent (two leaves and a bud) teas in soon-to-be-outlawed plastic bags. Also, while I rarely make cultural comments in these reviews, it was impossible not to notice that of the over 150 people who came in while I was working, the only person of color was the mail carrier. He was greeted with the same friendliness as everyone else, but frankly the effect is a little creepy.

Ma
Review №56

I appreciated that I was still able to get a delicious mocha!

Ea
Review №57

This is the best Coffee shop in all of Hinsdale. I ordered a cold brew coffee with a bit of cream and it was leagues ahead of what Starbuckss offers. The place is family owned and very charming. Everyone was very friendly. I would recommend it to any coffee lover out there.

Wi
Review №58

This Hinsdale gem is in the alley across from the Courtyard consignment shop. They have the best coffee, as well as delicious sandwiches. Cafe la Fortuna is family owned and run. You will always be welcomed and there is no standing in long, long lines!

Lu
Review №59

Best coffee in West suburbs!

M
Review №60

One of the best coffees you can find ANYWHERE...and I love good coffee. Worth making the trip to bring some home. You will be spoiled.

Ro
Review №61

This is a fantastic store. The owners, staff and patrons are just great! Skip the chain stores and get a real authentic coffee, tea, breakfast panini, or a host of other delecacies. Its a perfect, relaxing coffeehouse who roasts their beans daily.

Ro
Review №62

Awesome little place. Great coffee with gluten-free options.

Bi
Review №63

Amazing coffee place. Freshly roasted coffee beans.

Am
Review №64

The coffee was decent, but the barista rushed me when she was making drinks, I didnt feel like I had a chance to ask questions about drinks considering I had never been there before. I felt that because they could tell I wasnt from the neighborhood they were rude as well. Oh and they didnt like that I asked if La Fortuna was in Costa Rica (which is more popular) since this place is based on the La Fortuna in Mexico.

Ha
Review №65

The people are very friendly and welcoming. Definitely recommend Mexican Hot Chocolate for all ages.

Va
Review №66

The nicest people. Delicious coffee too. Hidden gem!

Ma
Review №67

Great fresh high quality coffee every time. I send people here constantly. If you want great coffee thats not a chain, this is the place!

Ju
Review №68

Very friendly barrister and very good coffee.

Cy
Review №69

Great coffee! Angela is always so courteous and kind. Food is delicious too. Win/win!

D.
Review №70

Changed my review to 4 stars because all the beverages got more expensive recently which makes it less of a bang for the buck.Otherwise, I still love this place. Tiny coffee shop, wish there was a bit more seating space, but everything besides that is great. There is free wifi, the employees are so friendly and personable, and on top of that the coffee is delicious. Definitely one of my favorite cafes. (Make sure you check the hours before you go! It may be closed.)

De
Review №71

Very small sitting area, no background music so pretty stale environment. Cappuccino I had was week, mostly tasted of milk with a hint of coffee. The sweets that we got were good, not made in house. I noticed they were cleaning counters & equipment with a popular window cleaner instead of a sanitizing solution. Prob wont be back...

An
Review №72

Great location, great coffie...

Da
Review №73

The greatest coffee, amazing atmosphere. Its clear from how the owners interact with people that this is a community hub.

Jo
Review №74

Best coffee place in town! The owner is awesome!!

ch
Review №75

This is what you are looking for. Unique & highest quality. Very personal. A must visit.

Br
Review №76

Coffee is great, my wife loved the Breakfast Torta. Very knowledgeable staff. The biggest reason to try this place is they have a coffee plantation in Mexico where all their beans come from.

Au
Review №77

Great vibe, delicious drinks, and the staff is very friendly. We went in twice in a day. Definitely recommend.

To
Review №78

Great coffee served by the friendliest people. Seems like everybody who walks in the door is a regular. And, if youre not a regular yet, you will be. The kind of place that I like to give my business to.

Ka
Review №79

Friendly service and really delicious coffee-based beverages

Ja
Review №80

Incredibly friendly, personable experience served with every cup. I particularly enjoy the iced Americano, caramel latte, and I also buy bags of whole beans for home brewing.

Ro
Review №81

Best coffee in Chicagoland and the nicest people you’ll ever meet.

Mt
Review №82

Always a pleasure. Support these excellent local businesses. The coffee far exceeds the quality of a national chain.

Gu
Review №83

Nice little place with a good latte. New sandwiches on menu now too. They use Boars Head meats which is quality

Da
Review №84

Delicious coffee paired with excellent service

Di
Review №85

Come here instead of Starbucks! Its just around the corner, its very quaint, lovely marble tables (5 tables for two, one high bar for two, 1 solo table). Bilingual Spanish, prices are fair, atmosphere is lovely and the staff os super friendly! Yes, they offer complimentary wifi! Ask for receipt ahead of time, if you need it. This is the locals preferred spot, so transactions might not allow for back-tracking receipts. This place is where I will come whenever I am here! :)

Br
Review №86

This is a coffee shop with a soul.Alejandro, the proprietor, represents the 3rd generation inn his family who has been in the coffee business. He roasts the beans on site. He and his wife are behind the counter 100% of the time. Their approach to coffee is noticeably different than the corporate godzillas seen everywhere. La Fortuna has become a fixture in Hinsdale and feels like a coffee shop should.Give it a try.

Sa
Review №87

Chatty barista, bad coffee, excellent biscotti

Tr
Review №88

This is the BEST coffee Ive tasted in America!!! Thank you for your lovely hospitality & friendly service. Keep up the great work!!!

St
Review №89

Best coffee in the Chicagoland area!

Ch
Review №90

Good drinks, friendly staff. Had a great meeting here.

Ma
Review №91

An awesome little cafè with delicious Panini and coffee. Wide selection of drinks to choose from, including: delicious cafè con leche, fantastic cafè de olla, and any other traditional cafè coffee preparation that you can think of. Service is incredibly polite and knowledgeable. You can tell that these folks put time and effort into what theyre serving you, unlike Starbucks.

Ar
Review №92

Love love this place. Absolutely delicious cafe de olla.

Mi
Review №93

Best Cafe in the area. Quality food and extremely nice owners!

Pe
Review №94

Very casual environment with open doors. Perfect for a hidden escape in downtown hinsdale. The coffee itself is grown by the owners on their plantation in Chiapas, Mexico. I got the Mayan Coffee Iced and will definelty be back for this refreshing drink!

Ma
Review №95

The coffee is fantastic and the staff goes out of its way to be helpful and friendly. A great way to start the day.

Ja
Review №96

Literally the worst cup of coffee Ive ever had. Im really hoping it was a one-time mess up, but both my Americano and my Girlfriends plain latte had a strong scent, as well as overwhelming taste....of rubbing alcohol. I have no idea how this could have happened, but it obviously ruined both drinks for us. I will not be returning.

Vi
Review №97

The coffee equivalent to the neighborhood bar featured on the TV series Cheers. Welcoming, friendly service, and delicious coffee.

Ol
Review №98

The owner is so nice!

Mi
Review №99

Cozy little Cafe with a diverse selection of espresso, coffee, tea, and small bites.

S
Review №100

Mexican hot chocolate was great. Reminded me of my mothers hot chocolate.

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4.8 Rating
  • Address:46 Village Pl, Hinsdale, IL 60521, United States
  • Site:http://cafelafortunahinsdale.com/
  • Phone:+1 630-537-1586
Categories
  • Coffee shop
Working hours
  • Monday:6AM–4PM
  • Tuesday:6AM–4PM
  • Wednesday:6AM–4PM
  • Thursday:6AM–4PM
  • Friday:7AM–4PM
  • Saturday:8AM–12PM
  • Sunday:6AM–4PM
Service options
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible seating:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:No
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Healthy options:Yes
  • Prepared foods:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Small plates:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • Family-friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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