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HERO Coffee Bar
22 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604, United States
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HERO Coffee Bar
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Ca
Review №1

Located at the end of an alleyway, nicely decorated with lights and garden tables. Would recommend stopping by! They have non-dairy milk alternatives including oat milk. They also have a variety of syrups, the lavender was very light.

Fe
Review №2

All i can think about when we visited this coffee shop was location, location, location! its perfect! its easy to find and right by the subway station. i highly suggest the cold brew or the teddy graham which were also suggested by the barista. if youre in downtown or just passing through, youll really enjoy the view here and the coffee options. i should note that there was no inside seating and we ordered through a small window so it was pretty cold outside while we waited for our beverages.

Ma
Review №3

The seats and the lounge chair were really pleasant. Whats more, besides, the washroom is all over developed and stayed aware of. All in this bistro is incredible. I basically like returning here with my mates, family members, and loved ones. Much obliged.

Br
Review №4

Service is quick. The seating is outside. We enjoyed an everything bagel with sausage bacon egg and chs and it was delicious.

Ha
Review №5

Very cute instagramable spot. Got a cup of regular coffee there, it was boiling hot and impossible to drink. Unfortunately, I was rushing and couldnt wait for it to cool down, so had to pour it out after a couple of sips.4 dollars down the drain.

Im
Review №6

If you like actually delicious, creamy espresso lattes this place is great! It has unique seasonal flavors like a blackberry mocha or rose white chocolate (both of which Ive tried and enjoyed) which are super good and thankfully not too sweet like most major chains. The first drink I had here was life changing (finally, a good creamy iced latte!) and now I highly recommend Hero Coffee Bar. This isnt even mentioning the beautiful lit alleyway atmosphere in a great commuter location. The baristas are super nice even though they only talk to you through the window as there is no interior. Thank you!

Br
Review №7

A unique coffee shop to study and read books. No loud noises which will help you a lot to concentrate on what you do. They do have a variety of food and drinks you can select from.

Je
Review №8

Fabulous coffee in an unusual quaint alleyway setting. No bathrooms or frankly no interior whatsoever. Just good coffee.

Je
Review №9

Cute atmosphere (but should note no indoor seating if you’re looking for that) and convenient to Loop workers looking for a bite! I love their bagel sandwiches (the one with sriracha cream cheese is so good) and they have a nice variety of drinks on the higher price/quality point for a once-in-a-while treat. One star off because every time Ive been here (3 times now) they are out of something/an ingredient for something that I’ve ordered.

St
Review №10

Excellent breakfast sandwiches and coffees in a really cool little spot at the end of a short alley off Jackson.

Al
Review №11

Female owned, female roasted! The barista was so friendly and helpful, and the coffee was delicious.

Ma
Review №12

Good quality coffee in a super cute, unassuming little alley in the Loop. The bagel sandwiches are also pretty good! If you have time to sit in one of the outdoor tables during a perfect sunny day, this quaint little cafe will do the trick!

ae
Review №13

Lady with her mask on and protected by a screen window wanted me to put on a mask OUTSIDE to order a coffee. How ridiculous. These are the types of businesses that you should not support.

Ma
Review №14

Really low-cost coffee shop! I was happy to have found your shop near my house. I was so grateful to the workers for serving my hot coffee right away. You just have my taste, guys. Until next time, man! Thank you very much for that. You ask me to recommend your shop to all my friends and family. Cheers for the success of you!

Ha
Review №15

One of the best coffee shop in town. Small boutique shop with various types of 3rd wave coffee brewing methods. Espresso with house blend was amazing 👍🏼

Bi
Review №16

Highly recommend to make a stop if you are around. The coffee and bagels are so delicious. Will visit again!! 😊

An
Review №17

This place was so so cute! I loved their Mexican mocha with oat milk. It was delicious. The alley is such a nice little aesthetic that makes you feel like youve found the cutest hidden gem. I also really liked their coffee sleeves, theyre definitely creative and funny! Check them out!

Bo
Review №18

This coffee shop is my favorite spot to hang and do my works. I really like this place because it has a nice ambiance and not too crowded as well. They had the most amazing coffee and pastries. The barista was incredibly friendly to converse with. One thing that drew my attention to this location was its architecture. They served the best and most affordable coffee in town.

Yu
Review №19

I finally discovered a coffee shop in my town. Nice, full-flavored, and solid, and not as expensive as some of the ones Ive tasted in the past. They all provide great coffee and provide polite service. The environment is wonderful, and connecting to the internet is simple. I would strongly suggest this coffee shop to anyone who like coffee.

El
Review №20

We came here with my friends for a cup of coffee because we all knew they could serve the best coffee we needed to taste. You can still have a great cup of coffee outside on the wooden benches or just have a coffee. Ive visited a couple of coffee shops before, and this is the best one. Its highly recommended!

Ab
Review №21

Horrible customer service... me and my gf had girl (a heavier girl for lack of a better word) attend to us and she was rude, short and condescending. We ordered 2 cappuccinos and asked about pastries and she rudely responded idk about any pastries, which we understood, maybe shes not a local, but she serves us our coffee and gives us one coffee stirrer to share between 2 coffees, and gave us 2 small sugar packets only. When I asked for more she pretended to hear me wrong and gave me just 2 more while making an impatient face, Im not being picky, if u pay for coffee ur entitled to pick ur sugar right? Well not here. We came with an optimistic attitude after seeing the place online and instead left with a bitter attitude. Just goes to show u a little friendly service goes a long way. We went at 2pm so anyone wanting to avoid her attitude should not go at that time. The coffee was great tho. No complaints there. But theres a million other coffee shops with great coffee and much better customer service.

Sa
Review №22

What a nice place for those who love hanging out with friends and family in the coffee shop! Last week, I came here to relax while sipping their hot chocolate drink. I was so happy with the staves because they were so friendly and professional. A great job to all of you! Strongly recommended service!

Ve
Review №23

Classy place that serves good coffee ☕️ 5/5

Aa
Review №24

This is such a beautiful place to get some java. This very well-deserved location has more than five-star ratings. All from their staff, interior designs, and even the facilities were excellent. A spot to keep coming back to every moment for more and more. I really recommend this coffee shop to everyone.

Jo
Review №25

One of the best coffee in Chicago. And the best breakfast bagel, (im from NY City) great coffee shop not corporate bad coffee. Highly recommend. Try the new Manhattan Bagel

Am
Review №26

We ate at this coffee shop for breakfast but I wanted to try their coffee as well, and it did not disappoint us! The coffee was amazing and strong and nonchemical. The desserts looked delicious too and the staff were very helpful. We will come back and recommend the place to my friends.

Za
Review №27

Great place to hang out! It gives me a different kind of comfort every time I visited this coffee shop. I am such a huge fan of their iced mocha. This place is really worth visiting alone or with your friends and family. No one can beat their excellent customer service, good coffee, and affordable prices. Highly recommended!

Eb
Review №28

Theyve got fantastic coffee and tasty cookies here! The staff is so friendly, frankly, theyre the most welcoming and nicest people Ive ever met in a coffee shop. Wed be coming back here again soon. Id like to recommend this to someone who liked coffee.

Sa
Review №29

The interior design is very unique as well which is picture-perfect. If you are a coffee lover, then this coffee shop is the best to visit. Their coffee really satisfies my taste at a very affordable price. The service was very fast that made my stay so special. I will highly recommend this coffee shop to everyone I know.

An
Review №30

I have been here at least 3 times and they are consistent with great coffee, bagels and fast service. Good food and coffee shop. Price are very reasonable and very clean.

Pi
Review №31

Very worth it! It was my first experience here and I was really happy that the staff accommodated me like I am a regular customer. I like the taste of the coffee latte that he served. The book I read also was great. It was an ideal place for coffee lovers. Come and visit!

Co
Review №32

Jalapeño Cheddar usual with a vanilla lavender iced Latte, amazing

Di
Review №33

The coffee and the sandwich that I ordered taste delicious and flavorful. The waiter that served my order was also very accommodating, nice, and respectful. He entertained me much that made my morning. Also, the ambiance of this shop was a very good choice to visit. It was clean, organized, and comfortable. Thank you!

Ra
Review №34

Nice spot in the alley. Ordered a cappuccino and it was about average. Not too impressed.

Be
Review №35

Oh super interesting little place in an alley. I will definitely be going back. They made me laugh. They upgraded my drink that was awesome.

Dr
Review №36

Its ok... nothing special..although nice outside sittings.

Iz
Review №37

I like their coffee because it has a taste that is similar to mine. I will undoubtedly return to this place. I highly recommend it to all of my friends and coworkers!

Ro
Review №38

We tried the chocolate cheesecake, caramel cheesecake, mango pie, pancakes with caramelized banana and waffle with salsa for breakfast, cappuccino and café as well as two different smoothies and all was simply top-notch! Great food and coffee with good service. A must visit!

Ja
Review №39

I love this place! Great coffee. I feel like a back to Italy

Fr
Review №40

Everything about our visit was top notch.

Sa
Review №41

This place is tucked into an alley; outside seating only. Small inside and a ton of drinks to choose from. The iced tea was great; my friend had the nitro cold brew. I would stop in again. They carried local baked goods from a small independent baker. This is definitely a grab and go place. I happened to be there on a nice spring day and it would have been perfect to sit outside.

Ma
Review №42

The best of the bunch! I expressed my gratitude for the delicious Caffè Americano you served me. This coffee flavor is my absolute favorite, and Im overjoyed that you guys recognized it. The location appealed to me because it was serene and inviting. I can recommend this coffee shop to you if you are looking for delicious coffee in a beautiful environment.

Si
Review №43

Hero Coffee Bar is a beautiful coffee shop hidden in a downtown alley. They have delicious coffee and food, including some wonderful vegan treats.

My
Review №44

We chose this place because this is one of the best places to get coffee. Last week, we stopped here for coffee since we wanted to spend time here. We love having chit-chat over the cup of coffee. I just think that the chocolate overpowers the coffee that you may think that youre drinking hot choco. Its worth a try!

Ki
Review №45

Im a chai tea drinker and Hero has some of the best chai Ive had. My friends got coffee though, and they said the drinks were really tasty. In addition to being a very charming little spot to stop and get your caffeine fix (there is seating outside when weather allows) the service is great and the staff is very friendly. Will definitely be back on my next trip to Chicago.

Wa
Review №46

I love the coffee and the vibe here! Always positive and helpful!

Ay
Review №47

You can spend your time with someone you like or even with yourself. The interior is something I want. Theyre probably going back in the summer.

Ra
Review №48

Yesterday, I came here to relax while sipping their hot chocolate drink. I was so happy with the staves because they were so friendly and fast. I thanked them for serving me well. You deserve to be at the top list, guys. I should strongly recommend you to everyone!

Ji
Review №49

The staff are very nice and the coffee is fantastic! My favorite here is the honey latte. The food quality is fantastic.

Ki
Review №50

I am charmed by this place. Wish it were open weekends, but otherwise, delughtful!!!

Lo
Review №51

Even better was the cappuccino, the citys finest coffee. The barista is really good at producing various toppings. The workers are really nice.

Tr
Review №52

Do not support this type of business. Terrible values.

Mi
Review №53

Went for the insta pic. Stayed for the coffee. Its kind of hidden down the alley but once you see it definitely stop. I had a chai tea latte and it was exactly what I wanted out of my first visit. I highly recommend stopping and trying this place for yourself!

Ka
Review №54

It was a quiet atmosphere, the smell was great and the view was good. I very much enjoyed visiting this shop, because I felt refreshed. Until next time, with you!

Ru
Review №55

I would definitely come again, and I recommend it to everyone. The breakfast here was excellent and staff so friendly, mid morning cakes and coffee yummy, the staff work really well and can do enough for there customers.

ni
Review №56

Drove to this place and it was closed...I was very disappointed but walked to another one but definitely wanted to hangout here...

Jo
Review №57

Good food and nice people the Manhattan bagel was amazing.

Ri
Review №58

Best coffee in the Loop. Adorable location; I always think of Harry Potter when Im in the alleyway. I would definitely recommend that you stop by if you are visiting the city.

Li
Review №59

I was spending the weekend in Chicago on December 22, 2017 and wanted to find a coffee shop that wasnt Starbucks. ( Per my husbands request) I searched Google for something and found Hero since everything else seemed to be closed. We ventured the freshly snowed sidewalk to find this coffee shop that was nestled in alley. The coffee and breakfast sandwich were phenomenal. There is no place to sit inside but there are tables set up outside of the shop. This will be my go to coffee spot when Im in Chicago

An
Review №60

A nice, small breakfast to start the day. Nearly feels like home. Recommended!! The coffee was really good and the atmosphere even better.

Je
Review №61

Great cold brew! Such a cute hidden coffee shop in Chicago.

Ma
Review №62

Super yummy Gibraltar and the place is super cute

Jo
Review №63

This place has the most adorable patio seating in the Loop - nestled between two buildings on East Jackson, it almost looks like a secret chamber from Harry Potter. Unfortunately, that is the only seating in the place and if more than 3 people go inside youre going to be rather personal with them.The coffee is an art-form here, but even so they will still let you order a mocha. I really enjoy the vibe, just wish it were bigger.

Jo
Review №64

Do not try to go on a Saturday. I’ve tried going twice and they’re closed both times. Not sure how this place makes money.

Ol
Review №65

The food was tasty. The staff was very sociable and kind. The prices are fair for the quality of food. I can see why they have so many great reviews.

Ar
Review №66

Lovely place! Delicious coffee and bagels!!

Re
Review №67

Cute lil spot to grab a quick bite and drink at a great price.

Ma
Review №68

We used to visit this coffee shop by the time we had tasted their coffee. They also have cookies and slices of bread. Their service was commendable. Perfect place for relaxation! We used to visit this coffee shop by the time we had tasted their coffee.

V
Review №69

They pulled a great double shot for me here. Its tucked away in a small alley. Theres no places to sit, but the service and coffee is fantastic.

Ni
Review №70

The European style alley leading up to the entrance sets the mood and makes you anticipate your coffee. The shop itself is very small, just standing room to get your coffee and get out. I got a pour over and it was very good, fine just black. Staff are coffee snobs so perfect for a coffee snob like myself.

Al
Review №71

SO delicious! Was everything I thought it would be and more!

Sh
Review №72

They ran out of sausage and they gave us the flattest bacon ever. Sandwich was tasteless and the coffee was generic. They didnt give us the right milk even.Dont go here for coffee and bagels. I dont see how other people enjoy this place.

Ap
Review №73

What a cozy and cool coffee shop!!

Co
Review №74

While the shop itself isnt very large at all the space outside is very nice and is a good complement to the quality espresso they serve. The Staff at Hero where nice and efficient, worth trying out if you havent been yet.

Review №75

This was my favorite city coffee place, just amazing because it is located in an alley between tal buildings. Cold brew is fantastic and salmon bagel is delicious. Its a must if you visit Chicago. ☕ 🔥 🏙 ☕ 😋 😋 😋

ti
Review №76

Little gem tucked away on Jackson between State and Wabash. Great coffee!

Jo
Review №77

Great food and excellent coffee. Outdoor seating only. Highly recommend.

To
Review №78

Nice hole in the wall (or hidden in an alley) coffee shop. No room for sitting and sipping, but good to take with you.

Ra
Review №79

Dropped in for a coffee, and was delighted that I picked up a cup of their dark roast.

Mi
Review №80

Comfiest coffee place in the loop, hands down.

Cl
Review №81

Good place to hang and eat some good food. Food and atmosphere reminds me of Atlanta.

Ev
Review №82

Good coffee, great service!

Em
Review №83

Very cute, discreetly located, Instagram-able(if that’s your thing), delicious coffee bar. Highly recommend the matcha latte!

M
Review №84

Nice staff and such a cute location

Zi
Review №85

One of the greatest coffee places in town! Friendly baristas, interesting selection of beans and processes in an extremely instagramable set up! They roast coffee nearby in Fulton Market, freshly roasted beans are the key to a great cup!

Mi
Review №86

Great little hole in the wall place.

Br
Review №87

They have great coffee and great sandwiches with bagels, and the service is very simple. Maybe hell come back soon.

An
Review №88

I just went to Hero for the first time and ordered a Teddy Graham latte which is knocking my socks off. I will be back again. Probably tomorrow...

Io
Review №89

Great coffee and beautiful concept!

Ij
Review №90

Very nice little place. Found this place while visiting with friends in Chicago. I would definitely return. I got the iced caramel latte and some friends got coffee and other drinks too and they all enjoyed them. My latte really perked me up too and it was yummy! The staff was also nice. They do not accept cash which is probably a good thing but also a heads up. Cards only I think. I would definitely find this place again for coffee whenever Im in Chicago next! Coffee is life!

Ha
Review №91

Holly Cow, the best coffee in town, a gem of a spot. But hard to find as it is tucked in between two large buildings on Jackson.The above was my past review. I had first given this spot 5 star now DEMOTING it to 1 star. The coffee is still good, but the staff is now HORRIBLE. These two girl-baristas literally ignored me (mind me they saw me waiting there) while I was the only customer in this tiny space! I am not kidding I waited for about a minute (60 seconds is a long time) for one of them get out of their conversation and look at me. And she had the audacity to say YES?, no welcome, How may I help you, never mind customer friendliness... I am telling you I will NEVER hire this type of young arrogant staff especially when you are promoting a great product and a great service, which is simply selling coffee. I am done patronizing this HERO spot. The regional manager needs to fix this before its too late.

An
Review №92

Great coffee, very cosy little alleyway. The wait is well worth it.

Al
Review №93

Great coffee, great service, in a cute windless ally!

Me
Review №94

I look forward to going back again. The bill was appropriate for the quality.

Ah
Review №95

This coffee spot is always great! Its a hidden gem in the loop, but worth looking for it. The coffee is amazing and the people behind the counter are always exceptionally nice. Theres usually some outdoor seating when the weather is nice, but its hard to actually find a seat when there is. Regardless, I think the fact that its mostly a spot to pick up coffee on the go is part of its charm.

Di
Review №96

The place is very nice and cozy. But very small. Equally good service, and the chocolate was rich. The good thing is that they have many locations and the rest if they are large

Ju
Review №97

Smells great

Ka
Review №98

Excellent matcha latte!!

Em
Review №99

This place is too cute. It is everything you could ever want out of a quaint coffee shop. The staff is very kind and helpful. Menu is very large and there is a wide variety to pick from. there is no seating inside, only outdoor seating so keep the weather in mind! I would try one of their seasonal drinks! Theyre created by the workers themselves and are very good.

Wa
Review №100

The atmosphere is really nice. The coffee is mediocre at best

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  • Address:22 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604, United States
  • Site:https://herocoffebarsjackson.com/
  • Phone:+1 312-285-2434
Categories
  • Coffee shop
  • Cafe
Working hours
  • Monday:8AM–3PM
  • Tuesday:8AM–3PM
  • Wednesday:8AM–3PM
  • Thursday:8AM–3PM
  • Friday:9AM–3PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:8AM–3PM
From the business
  • Identifies as women-led:Yes
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great coffee:Yes
  • Great tea selection:Yes
Popular for
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Solo dining:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Prepared foods:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Family-friendly:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Planning
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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