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Kindred Coffee Roasters
148 W Washington St, West Chicago, IL 60185, United States
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Ra
Review №1

Excellent coffee with wonderful owners and staff. The atmosphere is serene and chill. Lots of yummy treats and board games for the kids to play.

Ch
Review №2

A nice local place with a good menu and good selection. Stopped in for a cup of coffee in the morning. Made freshly to order and was very pleased with the cup. Definitely a premium coffee that they are grinding and serving. If you are ever in West Chicago definitely stop by and support a local business and youll definitely enjoy their coffee.

Da
Review №3

Nothing beats local in tradtional downtown areas. Stopped by to get Chemex filters, coffee and baked goods. Definitely will be back!

mi
Review №4

This place reminds me of my beautiful land 🏞the taste of coffee is unsurpassed.They use the best oat milk I have ever tasted 🍼🥤🥛(for me) to make the best latte and the best moccachino👌🍫☕️

Ta
Review №5

Great place with a delicious oat milk latte. Love that they also sell gluten free treats. Highly recommend this cute Cafe.

Bl
Review №6

So glad this place exists. Great coffee. Come here every time I visit family in the burbs.Everything is great, but guys…please invest in better to-go lids. The coffee spills unavoidably out the sides.This stuff is too good to end up all over my hands and clothes!

Bo
Review №7

Great coffees & Muffins, Nice Venue & People!We love this place & visit regularly even tho it’s 15 miles from our house where we also have great coffee 🤡. Our favorite Mocha vs dozens of others we’ve tried.

Wi
Review №8

Super helpful staff, and The Greatest Mocha in The World might actually have a shot at that title. The interior design is funky and fun, the outdoor seating in the back is peaceful, and the coffee is great, but most notable are the bathrooms. Weird, right? But seriously. The (gender-neutral!) bathroom is like a microcosm of this places approach to hospitality. They provide baby changing stations, urinals, feminine products (tampons AND pads), baby wipes, hand lotion, and diapers. They have you covered. Pretty sure you could get in a gunfight on the street outside of Kindred Coffee and you could patch yourself up using the equipment provided in their bathrooms. Anyway. Its awesome. Support them.

Ce
Review №9

I am really happy I stumbled into this place accidentally. I stopped by for a coffee on my way to do some computer work, but fell in love with the ambience I stayed for 2.5 hours and worked at the shop. It’s SUPER clean, bright, quiet (in the best possible way), the staff is very friendly, as are the patrons. It looks small from the front but there’s a larger sit down area in the back, they are VERY family friendly- I think I saw an ample supply of kids games. I appreciate this because as a parent, it’s hard to go get a cup of coffee with my husband and sit down to drink it when we have the kids with us. It’s definitely appreciated that they have activities to keep kids engaged. Oh yeah, their coffee is great too lol. I’m Cuban-American and I have been spoiled with some high quality brew since the age of 4 yo, so I like to pretend I’m a connoisseur of good coffee. I ordered a cup of coffee, no sugar and a splash of cream and it was great. I could taste that the beans were fresh; there was definitely a brightness and delicate taste to their brew. It didn’t taste burned or reheated or stale, and the caffeine definitely hit me 20 minutes in lol. It was a DAMN good cup of coffee for like $3 with free refills, I HIGHLY approve. I also noticed they have some sandwich options but I can’t speak to that (yet). I’m looking forward to going back, supporting a small business with high quality products in my adopted home town, and enjoy being out of the house and feeling like life is back to normal. I hope this place stays in WC for a long time, because I want to become a regular there!Go get you some coffee!!!

Li
Review №10

Lovely atmosphere and delicious drinks. the masala chai was surprisingly flavorful in the best way possible. one of my favorite spots in the area. everyone who works there is very nice and the vibes are immaculate. always lifts my mood to visit

Ju
Review №11

The most amazing mocha on planet Earth. I was skeptical, but its true. Try it with Oatly milk. ❤☕❤☕❤ Theres road construction right now, but theyre open and you can park around the corner and walk off 200 calories or so 😁

Ab
Review №12

... it was cute and clean. Coffee was good and espresso not bad at all.

De
Review №13

Met a friend here and really enjoyed the drinks, ambiance and friendly staff.

Ep
Review №14

Fantastic! Even the ceramic cup was primo.

ma
Review №15

Hot Mocha is too good

Ch
Review №16

Fresh roasted coffee and a few baked items.

SR
Review №17

We drive 30 minutes just to hang out here and that was before the renovated shop was even open. My DH loves the coffee. My sister has me bring her bags of coffee when we visit. I cant tolerate caffeine, but no worries, the caffeine free tea selection is delish. Try it buds, youll like it.

An
Review №18

This is a must go to coffee shop. Everyone there is not only very friendly but genuine down to earth people who take pride in serving others. The coffee is amazing and gourmet but not as amazing as their Most Amazing Mocha on Planet Earth!

Sa
Review №19

This is a really good place. There is a shelf of games to play with kids. I had a really good sandwich and a good time chatting in the quiet atmosphere there.

an
Review №20

Got a latte and grilled cheese to go. Both were perfect. I didn’t have to doctor up the latte with sugar or anything. Delicious.

Ge
Review №21

Had their coffee. It was delicious. Bought the beans so I could enjoy it from afar. Keep doing goodness.

Ka
Review №22

Excellent experience. The espresso was smooth. The barista was professional and seemed genuinely friendly and interested in their craft.

Je
Review №23

Great, fresh roasted coffee. Delicious baked goods made in house. I highly recommend the muffins, they are perfect. You cant go wrong with any of their coffee drinks, either. Ask for a cold brew with the chocolate spiced syrup and milk, you wont be disappointed. The friendliest staff/owners, too! A gem in the western suburbs.

mi
Review №24

Love the greeting and the environment 💙Love the coffee! Will come back when I am in the area!

Ge
Review №25

Great blueberry muffins!

Ai
Review №26

Great blueberry muffins!

Me
Review №27

I love this coffee shop, they have awesome coffee.

Ri
Review №28

Every morning, I pass Kindred Coffee on my way to work. Today, I was stopped by a train and decided to check this place out. I had a latte and a blueberry muffin. BOTH WERE AWESOME!!!

De
Review №29

Amazing muffins and tea. The staff is so kins and caring. Overall amazing! Loved it!

Sa
Review №30

Truly lovely people and a lovely product! It has become my Saturday morning tradition

He
Review №31

It was my first time out in West Chicago (Im living in Chicago). I didnt get a chance to get my morning cup of joe, but I was EXTREMELY happy to find a local coffee shop.I spoke with one of the baristas about the shop and he was phenomenal.I ordered a market pour over, which turned out to be an Ethiopian roast. I also ordered a tumeric ginger tea. Both of them were really really good and you can taste high quality roasts/leafs.The vibes here are great. Theres a community space that can be reserved for local events, groups, encourageand other events folks might want to organize. There are also board games around the shop for people to have a little entertainment.I am going to go out of my way to come back again!

Al
Review №32

First time here and I love this place!

As
Review №33

I enjoyed my time working here. I dont know if they have a dedicated WiFi router, as I used the Xfinity hotspot nearby to get online. Coffee is great, and baristas are kind and helpful!

Al
Review №34

Best muffins ever! And their Best Mocha in the Entire World truly is. Its got hints of cinnamon and a tiny bit of heat. So good! Plus they have such a relaxing and welcoming atmosphere. If you work at Ball (as I do), I definitely recommend checking it out, its only a five minute drive away. They also have lunch food, which is yummy as well.

M
Review №35

Great coffee shop with great roasts. If youve never had just espresso before this is the place to try it. Met the owner working behind the counter this morning and had a very informative conversation. Will be back to try other items off the board.

Di
Review №36

Divine

g
Review №37

Ryan has done a fantastic job in creating an anchor institution for West Chicagos revitalization.

Ch
Review №38

Great coffee shop. Friendly, coffee is great and very clean. I recommend visiting.

Le
Review №39

Such a nice place to have in West Chicago. Kindred brings a lot of character and warmth to this town. Ordered a mocha today, tastes great. I love their support of local artists, too. I recommend Kindred to anyone looking for a nice place to relax or study with some great coffee and staff.

Ra
Review №40

So cute! Coffee is great and the workers are very nice :)

No
Review №41

Staff is very pleasant ~ Coffee is delicious!

Pa
Review №42

Very nice and cozy place. I had a cold beverage called Brownie points, that was amazing!! Customer service is also very good. Love this place!

Je
Review №43

Cute locally owned coffee house! Kid friendly. Board games available to use. I had a masala chai and it was delicious. Not overly sweet. The staff was welcoming as well. Will definitely go back.

Jo
Review №44

Fresh coffee (roasted down the street), friendly staff, and great drinks. Their food offerings are limited but seems to be made in house. Great please to stop by if in west chicago!

Ki
Review №45

Love the atmosphere, and the mocha lattes are amazing

Ra
Review №46

Great little place, and great coffee!

As
Review №47

Delicious coffee, friendly staff, GF treats, and outdoor seating. What a great place!

Ja
Review №48

Storytime was great! Homemade bagels were delicious, plenty of cream cheese provided (I really love cream cheese), cookies were yummy. The gentleman that helped me was very friendly.

Ja
Review №49

Wonderful, homey, and welcoming place. The drinks are very delicious, I always get a hot chocolate and never get tired of it. They offer a lot of varities of coffee and food as well. They have a bunch of puzzles and games for both adults and children. Would definitely recommend anyone looking to relax to stop by!

al
Review №50

This place is the absolute best! The only negative thing I can say is that I have to stew over how amazing the iced mocha is until the next day they are open. A real treat with the nicest owner! Everything is make with the fine hand craftsmanship of someone that truly enjoys what they do.

Da
Review №51

Two great baristas that are passionate about their coffee and how you can experience better coffee at home.

Ev
Review №52

We came in for a warm spot on a cold, rainy morning. Great service and coffee... latte, flat white, and herbal teas were delicious. Its bigger than we thought from the street view and the room in the back can be privately rented out! The artwork is a compilation of local artists creations, with art shows every first Friday if ever month.

Ra
Review №53

I used to barista back in the day and have made the rounds at many Chicago coffee shops either as a patron or behind the bar. All I have to say is that every coffee shop should aspire to be like Kindred. Warm atmosphere, friendly owners and baristas, and delicious coffee. My favorite part, and this is going to be a funny comment, is that the place is always so clean. To me this means that the people working are attentive, they care, and they are proud of their space. Looking forward to trying the best mocha ever and Ill eventually have to buy one of their stylish beanies that half the patrons were wearing today when I came in :) As you can see, much love for Kindred Coffee Roasters.

Yo
Review №54

Love the staff and the atmosphere of the place!!! My go to drink is the hot chocolate its not to sweet and for me its just hands down amazing! The staff is so nice and I really appreciate everything they do for the west Chicago community and for the high school. Keep up the good work!!

Ke
Review №55

Super cozy setting, plenty of parking right nearby. Service was friendly and we got our drinks pretty quickly! The blueberry muffin tasted really fresh and my mocha was truly the best mocha on planet earth! Theres also plenty of seating and it was the perfect place to get some work done. Ill definitely be back!

La
Review №56

Ive been here a few times now and am really grateful they are located in West Chicago. The owners are kind and hope you have a good experience at their establishment. As far as ambiance goes, they have great seating to work or chat with friends.Prices are fair for an independently owned coffee shop and they offer a decent variety--Id be hard-pressed to hear they dont offer you something youd like. You should stop in!

Ti
Review №57

Just found out about this place, great coffee and very good service! I am looking forward to trying their food...

Be
Review №58

Fantastic coffee shop! Friendly staff, great atmosphere, and most importantly, insanely delicious coffee! I highly recommend checking this place out if you need to get some studying done or just want to try the best coffee in the burbs!

Th
Review №59

Try to stop in every time on our way in or on our way out from visiting family. Ryan, Patrick, and the gang always deliver the best service in their clean and beautiful shop. Favorite coffeeshop in the western suburbs!

Uh
Review №60

From the owners to the decor Kindred Coffee is a wonderful experience. The coffee is amazing! The service is friendly and pleasant. Whether I am doing lesson plans, research or just having snack time with my kids, Kindred coffee is where I go.

He
Review №61

This is my new favourite place. Phenomenal coffee! Lovingly crafted with great care and skill by truly wonderful people. Youve not experienced coffee if youve never visited Kindred Coffee Roasters.

mi
Review №62

Excellent coffee and service

Da
Review №63

This place serves the best tasting coffee Ive had in the western suburbs. Come for the chill vibes, stay for the coffee. Oh, and the staff are all very polite and un-snobby about coffee.

Sh
Review №64

Great cold new! Super coffee! Nice place to hang out and get some work done!

Ma
Review №65

Great coffee. Great team.

Ju
Review №66

I like to drink coffee, but wouldnt consider myself a coffee aficionado, in fact I drink mine with cream, so most coffee tastes the same to me. I tried a cup of their Ethiopian coffee just black, and wow was that the best coffee I had ever had. It was so good, I didnt even need cream, no bitterness and so flavorful. Kindred Coffee Roasters, you are the best!

Am
Review №67

Best Mocha I’ve ever had! Hip space perfect for reading or hanging w/ friends. Community-conscious owners a big plus.

Ro
Review №68

Pretty good place, a little bit smaller than Id like. They do have a nice sized room you can reserve. Theres just not a Goldilocks spot for 4-5 people. Not a huge deal breaker.

Co
Review №69

These guys are wonderful! Great coffee and good vibes :) I sit and work from there often. Everyone is so nice and they keep the place clean. Have clean food options as well.

Ro
Review №70

Best coffee I have ever had.I have tried the Ethiopia and Uganda coffee and have yet to try the Honduras coffee. I must say that both the Ethiopian and Ugandan coffee were both amazing. My favorite of course has to be the Ugandan coffee. I can say with most certainty that I will make another purchase at this fine coffee roasting shop.

Na
Review №71

Great iced coffee. We love their muffins. Very friendly and welcoming place. Highly recommend. :)

BK
Review №72

Great place to meet friends, play games and have a great cup of coffee

Ri
Review №73

My wife and I really love this place. We still like Starbucks coffee and Peets and any other interesting coffees but Kindred coffee is our all-time favorite. Also really nice owners and really nice bunch of people

Jo
Review №74

The atmosphere is great, food and drinks are great and the people are even better!

Ca
Review №75

Hidden gem. Great hangout spot with tasty brew.

Li
Review №76

Lovely atmosphere and great espresso beverages. My flat white was delightful!

Ed
Review №77

Great coffee, great muffins, and even better buds! Always a smile when you come in and consistently great drinks. I will be coming back. All. The. Time.

Ro
Review №78

Nice place, nice atmosphere and the best iced mocha Ive ever had.

Su
Review №79

Great coffee with oat milk and really good gluten free chocolate chip cookies, shared them with my granddaughter who loved putting puzzles together while her Mom and I got to talk. Great place!

Al
Review №80

Im all for supporting local businesses but I wont be going back here. I ordered a 16oz coffee and was a little shocked when I was charged $3.50. Starbucks costs less. The coffee I got was very bitter and left a bad taste in my mouth for hours and thats from drinking only half the cup, I threw the rest out.

Pa
Review №81

Great stuff and place is so clean.Great coffee and tea...I should rate 6 🌟 (:

Al
Review №82

Extremely homey and has a lovely blend of coffee. Its pricey, but well worth it.

Ro
Review №83

Great coffee, family business! Be one of their buds!

Pa
Review №84

Family friendly atmosphere. The delicious muffins were a welcome surprise. Nice addition to West Chicago

Ne
Review №85

I had their chai tea latte with turmeric and ginger, which was fantastic! This is a laid-back, spacious coffee house that is definitely worth your time.

Jo
Review №86

Great vibe, local business, community focused, good place for meeting a friend or co-worker, and I probably should have mentioned this first... the coffee is excellent!

Ar
Review №87

The new cafe layout if fantastic and has plenty of seating. The shop roasts its own beans and actually cares about coffee, which is noticable and appreciated. Being a bit off the beaten path means its not often too crowded.

ni
Review №88

Nice coffee and friendly staff 😊

Si
Review №89

Best coffee in my area and they bake their own blueberry muffin and bagels

Jo
Review №90

Lovely tea break to sample Rishi Tea and scrumptious blueberry muffins. Positive vibes, warm glow while there and all the way home.

Ch
Review №91

Great little coffee shop. Comfortable and inviting. Best coffee around!

Me
Review №92

I suggest a cafe Americano and a blueberry muffin. Clean and great coffee house atmosphere. Baristas are helpful in making a decision and give great service.

Ke
Review №93

Just the best. Best place in the area for a good oat milk latte!

Da
Review №94

This is my favorite coffee spot! The staff is very friendly and make a mean cup of coffee. I usually pick up a bag of their fresh roasted coffee to brew at home and it never disappoints. Skip the long lines at the chain coffee restaurants and support your local coffee shop!

Me
Review №95

I Liked the title of this place...maybe it is a good meeting place for a kindred spirit !

Vl
Review №96

Awesome atmosphere, GREAT coffee, good location (for me:-) ) nice team.. Highly recommended to everybody!

Pe
Review №97

Live in the south suburbs and wish we had some local coffee roasters around us to use. Bought a pound of coffee so I can have some of that fresh coffee!

Se
Review №98

Dang good coffee and muffins. This is my favorite shop in the tricities by far.

Da
Review №99

Quaint little wholesale coffee spot. The owners are working on getting a full café up and running. But until then, you can come get fresh roasted coffee to brew at home. Yum!

To
Review №100

The tea is amazing. Great place for one person or to meet up.

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  • Address:148 W Washington St, West Chicago, IL 60185, United States
  • Site:https://kindredcoffeeroasters.com/
  • Phone:+1 630-473-0657
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee roasters
  • Cafe
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–3PM
  • Tuesday:7AM–3PM
  • Wednesday:Closed
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:7AM–3PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
  • Delivery:No
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Solo dining:Yes
  • Good for working on laptop:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
Dining options
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • High chairs:Yes
  • Restroom:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Family-friendly:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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