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Brü Chicago
1562 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
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Brü Chicago
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Ma
Review №1

What a cute place to grab some Crepes or tea at!! Definitely a place if you want some quiet time to work or if you want to chat with your friend! Their Chocoholic crepe was delicious!!! Loved every flavor in that crepe. Definitely recommend!!

St
Review №2

I cant believe I haven’t heard of this place before!Its beautiful! Crepes were delicious and priced reasonably.I do have to warn you, this place can get really busy and packed with people. Wait time for drinks and food was around 10 to 15 minutes every time we went there.I would definitely recommend the Raspberry Peach smoothie and the Banana Nutella Crepe.

An
Review №3

Got a matcha latte with orange added and it was the best dang drink of my life! So smooth, even my boyfriend commented on insanely good it was. Service was great. Atmosphere was aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Honestly want to move to wicker park just to go here every day. Will remember this drink for the rest of my life.

Sh
Review №4

Great place. Very cool atmosphere good food

Ma
Review №5

Upside: outdoor seating, good food, friendly staff, prices reasonable. Some alcoholic drinks.Downside: Drink prices a little high.Comments: Would eat here again and would recommend.

Ra
Review №6

Most relaxing and gorgeous vintage cafe in wicker park. I love that they rescue all their furniture from estate sales. Giving the place an old world comfy vibe. Wonderful place for afternoon tea with a friend. Excellent coffee and tea options. I recommend the matcha Earl grey and creme brûlée crepe.

Il
Review №7

Love it! Everything was just amazing:Atmosphere: so cozy amazingly designed spot with a lot of books and chandeliers.Food: gluten free rice crepes were so delicious! We got Lox (smoked salmon and cream cheese) and Blue cheese & mushroomsDrinks: thats perfect spot for unusual coffee drinks. We ordered Pistachio Latte and Lavender White Chocolate Mocha.Definitely recommend!

Ke
Review №8

This place is super cute. Definitely has a vibe. I had the chicken chipotle crepe, very good! Theres also a back room thats away from the noise of the front of the cafe. You can also rent their rooms there for events.

Se
Review №9

The crepe was amazing. Not too sweet and the crepe was really crispy.

AR
Review №10

Lovely space and delicious crepes. I ordered the lox one and cant wait to go back and have it again. I ordered an vanilla lavender oat milk latte which was yummy as well. Very relaxing environment lots of seating options. Quiet. Ill be back again soon.

Le
Review №11

This shop is where I had a very good breakfast. The plates, coffee, and bread were all delicious and reasonably priced. In addition, the waitress who served me was very sweet, good, and informative. I admired his confidence and sense of humour. It was both impressive and beautiful. The atmosphere was also clean and comfortable. It was enjoyable for me!

Ah
Review №12

Nice place however due to shortage of staff there were cleanliness challenges and the service was slow.

El
Review №13

Quaint and pretty cafe with outlets. Gets pretty busy. The matcha latte was not too sweet so it was good.

Ru
Review №14

I love this place. Very cozy and perfect to share or work.

Ad
Review №15

The crepes is awwwww !!! Staffs are nice, great atmosphere!! Highly recommend👌🏼

Wa
Review №16

They recommended this coffee shop to my father. Its a great place to get the best coffee in town, which goes well with their sumptuous meals! It has a cozy environment and a wide range of dishes and drinks on the menu. Its well-ventilated, and the music on the speakers was usually good. Unquestionably a must-visit coffee shop!

Ca
Review №17

Seriously delicious crepes. Seriously. They were so good, my mom (visiting in town) had to know how they made them. Its always been a great place to get work done, or just to pass through for an espresso, fresh blended juice, and/or the obvious choice... their crepes.

Al
Review №18

This place is great for raw juice and smoothies. Only problem is they’re pretty rude time over time. They are also in no rush to serve you, but are quick to ask for a tip. The reason I’m writing this review is because I placed an order at 5:55 and I he server let me know “this will be her last juice for the day” as if I was doing her a grievance. I’ll take my juice raw but not the commentary

Fl
Review №19

I let me kids hang out with some camp friends in Wicker Park so I needed a place to do some school work while they hung out. I Googled “coffee shop near me” and this place popped up. Man oh man, I walked in and felt like I had just walked into someone’s house. The ambiance is so chill, cultured, and aesthetically pleasing. It just has so much style and gives off a an energy of comfort. I remember thinking, places like this really matter. I usually go to Starbucks, if I’m thinking “get away and get work done”, but this is definitely a better vibe.

So
Review №20

Their avocado cacao smoothie bowl is super tasty! One of my favorite items on their menu. 🥰

Co
Review №21

If anything, the spacious and chill space itself is worth your time if youre more productive on your laptop in a coffee shop setting like I am. Beyond that, their gluten-free breakfast crepes (served in a cone), smoothies, and coffee are fresh and tasty. Great for breakfast with a friend or a solo study sesh in Wicker Park.

Bo
Review №22

This place is absolutely amazing. It would be 5 stars but there isnt a real system during mass rushes which is mid day. They need labels on drinks, customers take the wrong drinks and sometimes orders are wrong. The crepes are amazing as a well as the smoothies. The taste can be inconsistent during rush hr. But highly recommend. The decorum feels like an antique library. Love it

Kr
Review №23

Great vibe and crepes.

D.
Review №24

We had the chicken teriyaki and the matcha strawberry truffle. Incredible. So grateful this place is in the neighborhood!

Ha
Review №25

The place looked good and it had a very good amount of options. I had three crepes (two chicken and a beef) and I found them all delicious! The berry smoothie was on point too! My only disappointment was that the crepes took too long! My estimated wait time was > 20 min! There was a time that I waited for too long (probably for about ~30 min for a single crepe order) one of the baristas offered a free iced latte (which was nice of them). The workers and the food were great, but the service time was very discouraging!

Fe
Review №26

Great place to do some work. They have plenty of seating so even during busy hours there’s plenty of seating. The drinks are really good and so are the crepes.

vi
Review №27

Their avocado crepe bouquet thing was sooo good. Definitely recommended and their tea selection isnt bad at all. Service was great as well.

Be
Review №28

The lox breakfast crepe is the best ever and it’s a must order item! We really enjoyed it here.

Ma
Review №29

The place is cozy and beautiful with warm Edison lights and chandeliers. The food is conscious and tasty. The vibe is light, quiet, with a soft energetic buzz. I could hang here all day.

Ti
Review №30

Love love love this place! The decor is adorable. A great place to chill and work/study. Ive only gotten smoothies from this place and have loved every one!

Ju
Review №31

They have AMAZING savory crepes that I think is worth the money. The coffee is delicious too!Theres also space in the back to work too *hint hint*

Is
Review №32

Five stars for the excellent service! I was so happy with the taste of their cappuccino and their red velvet cake. The taste was so delectable and satisfying. The service was so fast, and it made me impress with them. I couldnt ask for more from them! They are the best! Strongly recommended to everyone!

Ho
Review №33

Fantastic service! The coffee and foods that I ordered to this shop early this day were quite satisfying and tasty. Besides, visiting your place made my day splendid and energetic. The waiters/waitresses were very entertaining and careful to the customers. Even the entire shop was a very good place to visit, for it was clean, stylish, and comfortable. Till next time!

m
Review №34

As someone who doesn’t enjoy crepes, I’m shocked to admit that their goat cheese and poached pear crepe was PHENOMENAL. I think it’s because they figured out how to make it possible to enjoy the crepe handheld.If you enjoy goat cheese and fruits, get the goat cheese and poached pear crepe.

Gu
Review №35

Great selection, good drinks, nice staff, cool vibes/aesthetics.

Ca
Review №36

Delicious spicy meat crepe.

Ma
Review №37

I just want to return to this coffee shop again and again! I loved the taste of their coffee as well as the soothing atmosphere. Its a great place to study and hang out with your colleagues. They still have excellent internet access. I had a great time in this fantastic coffee shop. It comes highly recommended!

Me
Review №38

First time going there. I had an iced coffee, so its hard to say much about a place with one order of iced coffee. My wife had a crepe, which she enjoyed very much. The atmosphere seems very nice, and by the look of it, its a hangout place for younger population. I saw a lot of people working on their laptop, which is an indication of a longer visits for whomever goes there. I think its worth giving it more goes and see how it gets. We will definitely go again, whenever we are back in the area.

Ma
Review №39

I hadnt been to Bru in a couple years, and all I can say is WOW. I did a double take when walking by, because it looked so radically different inside that I wondered if it was a new business. Went inside to discover that its still under the same ownership, but thats about all thats the same. Everything from the decor to the menu has been completely re-vamped and upgraded. The previous aesthetic was functional, standard-issue indie cafe; the new look is a mix of clean modern cafe ie bright tile work and two top tables - and luxurious almost opulent vibe with textured wallpaper and beautiful vintage couches. The menu has similarly expanded to embrace some pretty inspiring gluten free and vegetarian options. Not to be overlooked was the friendly and efficient staff. I cant overstate how impressed I am by this re-imagined iteration of a neighborhood favorite.

Ma
Review №40

Awesome place to celebrate your events. Food is so delicious! Highly recommend to everyone!

Wa
Review №41

Amazing coffee shop.Must visit if you are in Chicago.

Ma
Review №42

Crepes with chocolate are amazing.Loved by locals for its cozy atmosphere.

Al
Review №43

Sharing printing service is excellent and very convenient here. Recommend.

B.
Review №44

I come to Bru very often. I love the ambience. When I talk to people about this place, I tell them it feels like a chic library. The cafe is kind of separated by a front and back. The front has the music and noise of a cafe; the back is pretty quiet and has the library feel.The prices are higher, but you pay for the ability to peacefully work and enjoy good food and beverages. If you come here, order the Tofu or Chicken Teriyaki. You WILL NOT regret it. Also order the fresh ginger lemonade if you love ginger.

De
Review №45

I want to give Bru the benefit of the doubt.. that more often than not their space is much tidier and more put together.. but on this specific Saturday afternoon the place was messy. Upon walking in, there were posters on the floor. The common areas needed a sweeping and a wipe down. The bathroom floor was messy, there was no paper towel and the air dryer was broken (barely blowing warm air) thus I had to dry my hands on my clothes. We ordered two iced coffees and they were only able to make us one before they ran out. It was 4pm. We also ordered a turkey club and it was actually really good and healthy. The side was a bag of chips and it took the employees ten minutes to bring the chips to us after we got our sandwich. I did enjoy the comfy furniture and the many electric outlets. Seems like a good alternative to study or write in a crowded Wicker Park neighborhood. I plan on visiting again in the near future though if I have another subpar experience I will probably never come back.

Kr
Review №46

The best city coffee! With their coffee and service, this coffee shop is completely awesome every moment! Because of the taste, I still drink coffee here and the place is nice too. They also have good, polite and supportive workers. Dont miss the chance here to drink amazing coffee.

Ra
Review №47

To do some work online, I came to this coffee shop and found it to be a fantastic environment with a nice strong wifi link. During my stay there, I really enjoyed it because I was so productive and successful at that time. The coffee was fine, and it was even better with the food. In the future, I will probably visit again to try some of the other interesting sounding things on the menu.

M
Review №48

This place is a must visit. They have extremely unique drinks and the atmosphere is soooo nice

Sa
Review №49

Such an aesthetic, chill place. The coffee was really good as well

Ma
Review №50

Great ambience and I love that you can just go in and work there. My oat matcha latte was just ok but I was grateful to have a beautiful place to sit and work for a bit.

Al
Review №51

Great service, nice atmosphere. Definitely a must to visit for your favorite morning drink and CREPE! Their crepes are gluten free and soooo delicious! Feel like I need one now

Es
Review №52

Beautiful cafe with a wide variety of treats including crepes, chai, ginger shots. One thing is I feel they need to open up more than one bathroom.

Ta
Review №53

The coffee shop was very organized and tidy! I am very pleased that my friend told me about your big and beautiful store. The staff greeted me with a beautiful smile when I went to the store. I also noticed that to have a meeting and to research if you are a student, the place was quite convenient. What a fun place, boys!

He
Review №54

Cute little coffee shop. Comfortable area to study or just enjoy the ambience while sipping coffee. Good crepes too.

Mr
Review №55

It has a lovely astetic... I unfortunately didnt try the coffee but it looked quite lovely inside playing Jazz and Swing on the radio. I was only there for a job interview (which I think I got it :D)

Ju
Review №56

Always love coming here for the fresh raw juice, but not today. I came to grab one on my 30 minute work break and it took the girl 37 minutes... 37! I have never waited more than 15 min here even with long lines. For such a simple task it should never take this long. The girl making it seemed very spaced out, disengaged, and not all there. There needs to be better time management and employees need to be more attentive to what tickets are coming in and what still needs to be sent out. This has made me very weary on returning anytime soon.

Ne
Review №57

Very nice place!

Ag
Review №58

Its a really exclusive coffee shop for me. Its such a cozy spot to visit friends and relatives and enjoy some drinks and tasty treats. Loving this place a lot. Its not a very large establishment, but they have a variety of different seating places. Its a very peaceful place with a peaceful and comfortable atmosphere. I strongly recommend this coffee shop to all of you.

Li
Review №59

Very large, cool lounge atmosphere if you need to get away and work, study or just meet up with a friend. Delicious and unique coffees and teas. Cool vibe.

Al
Review №60

A coffee lounge with some pretty cool aesthetics,this place offers a unique experience on top of some pretty kicka** brews! Unfortunately, it was my first time there and the only food I ordered came with one hair more than I wanted it happens.) Overall nice experience and welcoming environment.

An
Review №61

Great cafe to work out of. Very spacious, especially in the back area, which is quiet if you need to take calls. Crepes, although a bit pricey, are quite good.

Ni
Review №62

Not your typical fast paced cafe, more of a lounge around eating crepes and drinking delectable drinks. Food here is excellent, but be prepared to wait if its A busy day.

Le
Review №63

A great place for a book to sit and read. Lovely coffee and really nice food for lunch on offer. I am so pleased that I found out about this place because the atmosphere of the place is so relaxing and very accommodating to their employees!

Br
Review №64

I always love vegan-friendly shops, and this is a place to go. Ive visited twice now and want to recommend Lavender Lemonade & strawberry-mango crepe :~) And the food is beautiful! The baristas (one was blond and the other had glasses I think) are very kind too. See you soon, Brü

Ko
Review №65

Cozy atmosphere with delicious healthy food options, very good lattes as well. Love coming here!The only thing that honestly irks me even a little bit/kinda ruins the vibeis that not only does the same music always play, but it is also jazzy renditions of 80s-90s hit songs. Kinda hard to have a serious conversation with someone when you’re hearing a weird sensual cover of smells like teen spirit, just sayin’ haha.

Ve
Review №66

Staff was not friendly at all . Cane in to look at a party space no one spoke or offered to help. Then when we got help he was ok but not ! My kids did not feel comfortable. The space they showed should not be rented out for big parties !

Ma
Review №67

Best crepe in town! I had the crepe with Nutella and banana and it was delicious. The bananas were warm and soft with a generous melt of Nutella in the crepe. The matcha green tea I had comes in iron tea pot.The staff was very friendly and the the is enough space either at the bar, on tables or on couches. Also a good place to work with a laptop.

Br
Review №68

Its a great coffee shop with an excellent selection of coffees, teas and a full food menu. Seating includes large tables if you are planning on getting some work done and comfy couches if you just want to relax. The hidden gems, though, are the co-working space in the back room and the lounge in the basement. The co-working space is the best-priced option of its kind in Chicago and the lounge space is available for parties and performances.

An
Review №69

Great place, love the moka here and their armchairs

Em
Review №70

Fantastic! In this coffee shop, the atmosphere and the vibe are really calming. As he managed to provide me with incredible latte art, the barista is very masterful. It was definitely an excellent service that I would undoubtedly suggest to all of my peers. A truly perfect place to relax and enjoy a sip of delicious coffee. Its always worth it! Thanks a lot, guys!

Al
Review №71

No idea when they started offering gluten free crepes but I absolutely love it! So many sandwich shops in the area and this is something different. Crepes are 10000x better than even the best gluten free bread - bravo!

Em
Review №72

Genuinely delicious. My partner and I got the orange mocha, and white chocolate lavender mocha. They make their own lavender syrup from natural lavender. It had to be the best mocha drink I’ve ever had.For food, my partner got the chicken teriyaki and told me it was so good he accidentally ate the paper packaging around it, he enjoyed it that much. We plan on going again very soon.

Sh
Review №73

A hundred percent cool and worth the facilities! Im one of those people who enjoy coffee. When I saw your shop on the internet, Im going to visit you directly. I was so impressed by what I saw that the environment of the place was so calm. Youve never tried to exceed my standards, guys! Really highly recommended!

Es
Review №74

The most cozy & aesthetic coffee shop i have ever experienced or will ever experience. perfect for college students. decided that i will be flying into town just to study here for finals. ✌️

Na
Review №75

The teriyaki chicken rice crepe was amazing! Lots of indoor seating, great place to be able to study or get work done.

Hu
Review №76

Great to place especially when it’s open on Christmas Day, the cortado was good

Ay
Review №77

What a lovely shop for coffee! I come here regularly to compose, and the staff are lovely, and the coffee is very good. Plus, with the seasons, they adjust what they sell, which is a pleasant touch and additional points for the WiFi plug sockets at each table. This coffee shop also looks like a nice place to work, so Im going to try it soon!

B
Review №78

Enjoyed working here for a few hours mid day. The staff is nice and the space was warm. I ordered a protein smoothie. It was delicious and filling.

Ma
Review №79

Great little place that I love to frequent! Both the savoury and sweet crepes are delicious!

Ka
Review №80

Waited 30 minutes for a crepe, then was told it would take another 15. So I left. Unbelievable.

Ma
Review №81

Emily helped me out and she was so attentive and gave me such a great recommendations! Everything was honestly so good; I will be returning

Le
Review №82

Reminds me of other coffee shop but only better. Should try this little gem of a place. Unique for a coffee shop. Very very good!

Ad
Review №83

Review based on just the crepes, dragonfruit bowl and the lavender lemonade - My friend and I tried the Teriyaki Chicken Crepe and the Chipotle Chicken Crepe, we both thought they were overly sweet and did not have enough/ any chicken in the crepe at all. My friend had the dragonfruit bowl and enjoyed it but thought the lavender lemonade was quite average. Ill try the flavoured coffees at another time and update my review. Both staff and people in the store practiced social distancing!

Wh
Review №84

I love coming to brü. The ambiance and interior design is amazing. It’s such an elegant comfortable feeling when you enter. It’s the perfect place for working or even studying!My favorites:-Banana Nutella Crepe-Acai Smoothie Bowl-Orange MochaHealthy Eats = The Best Day

Ch
Review №85

Brü is a nice place to grab a hot or cold cafe drink and relax in a cozy spot. Free wifi, comfortable seating and a lot of it. And a very friendly staff.

Ru
Review №86

Service was fast and the Banana Nutella was amazing! Great ambience and plenty of room for bug crowd!

Ge
Review №87

Coffee shop is huge, lots of seating space coffee, smoothies and desserts/snacks very nice location

Ga
Review №88

This is my dream coffee shop ever! Coffees and food were both tasteful and affordable. A very nice place, a lovely setting. The team were very hospitable and they supported me with any request I made. The wi-fi links are also very good. Its highly recommended!

Ba
Review №89

The coffee was really good and the atmosphere even better. Really nice and friendly baristas, too! Baked goods also delicious and music excellent. Great vibe! The place is perfect for those who want to start their day with the finest coffee.

Ti
Review №90

Great spot, wish the had better coffee sometimes takes a long time to get your order, But overall good study spot.

Ka
Review №91

There are even a few comfy lounge chairs. My friends and I feel welcomed here immediately. There are enormous coffees, and so are the baked goods.

Jo
Review №92

Tons of power outlets. Good music that you can easily drown out with headphones. Comfy chairs. Good COVID setup. Looks awesome inside. All around great place! (Good luck finding parking though..)

Ru
Review №93

Love, love, love this place! They offer fun seasonal lattes that are delicious sandwich and great space to work or relax with friends. This is a new regular spot for me.

An
Review №94

Bru is excellent, can you say crepes? Tried three different flavors, Chicken Chipotle, Steak and Berries with Mascarpone, yummy. Also tried protein shakes and smoothies. Everything was tasty. The costumer service is very good and its a good looking space.

Ke
Review №95

Great coffee, And excellent ambiance. Wish they had more food options then just crepes.

La
Review №96

Definitely a must experience. Very nice environment, cozy well positioned interior seating, comfortable seats, friendly workers, decent food and great coffee.

Ka
Review №97

I also really like the staff. They are friendly and Im not there too often but they remember my husband and I. Its a great local coffee shop.

As
Review №98

Pros:- Right off the blue line (350 ft walk)- Great Wifi- Drip coffee is $3- Large place with nice windows and a good ambience- Coworking space has large tables, lots of outlets, decent chairsCons:- They play music pretty loudly- Bathroom was out of toilet paper and when I asked for more they simply put another stack of paper towels inside- I got here around 9 and the place was pretty much empty for another hour and a half. Granted, it was MLK day, but still, it seemed a little odd.

An
Review №99

Came in for a quick cup of coffee. Coffee is great and they have a wide variety of seating to accommodate your needs of a coffee shop. They offer cbd coffee and other items on their menu worth checking out.Will stop by again when I’m back in town.

Ro
Review №100

Very good healthy and fresh! Delicious

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  • Address:1562 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, United States
  • Site:http://bruchicago.com/
  • Phone:+1 872-802-0800
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Breakfast restaurant
  • Cafe
  • Crêperie
  • Event venue
  • Juice shop
Working hours
  • Monday:8:30AM–7PM
  • Tuesday:8:30AM–7PM
  • Wednesday:8:30AM–7PM
  • Thursday:8:30AM–7PM
  • Friday:8:30AM–8PM
  • Saturday:8:30AM–7PM
  • Sunday:8:30AM–7PM
From the business
  • Identifies as women-led:Yes
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • No-contact delivery:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Dine-in:Yes
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 seating:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Organic dishes:Yes
  • Prepared foods:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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