From marshmallows to matcha, there are a TON of great specialty lattes in this city.
I just love the intentionality behind these hand-crafted drinks -- taking an extra moment to create something special through teas, toppings, or latte art.
PRETTY LITTLE LATTE LIST
Here's a list of some of my favorite fancy lattes in the city. You won't find any unicorn drinks here -- these lattes are all a bit fancy without being toooo over the top.
I've got another list coming soon about local coffee roasters - so stay tuned! And as always: if you have any favorites I've missed, please let me know at the bottom of this post! <3
1. Big Shoulders Coffee
Neighborhood: River West
Serving coffee from: Big Shoulders
Fancy lattes to try:
- Marshmallow latte (pictured)
- Cardamom spice latte
- Horchata latte
2. Brew Brew Coffee & Tea
Neighborhoods: Avondale + Pilsen (new!)
Serving coffee from: Metropolis Coffee & Passion House Coffee
Fancy lattes to try:
- Rosemallow latte (pictured)
- Matcha latte
- Mocha latte
3. Caffe Streets
Neighborhood: Wicker Park
Serving coffee from: Metric Coffee Co
Fancy lattes to try:
- Turmeric latte (pictured; seasonal)
- Beet latte (seasonal)
- Rosemary; pumpkin; peppermint (on current menu, 9/17)
4. CC Ferns
Neighborhood: Humboldt Park
Fancy drinks to try:
- Chai latte
- Matcha latte
- Boozy steamer
Also offering: Doughnut Vault doughnuts
5. Cup & Spoon
Neighborhood: Humboldt Park
Serving coffee from: Metric Coffee + Littlefoot Coffee
Fancy lattes to try:
- Seasonal lattes (pictured)
- Lumberjack latte (maple + sea salt)
- The flower carrier (lavender + honey)
6. Fairgrounds
Neighborhoods: Wicker Park & Loop
Serving coffee from: "roaster agnostic," with coffees from all over the US
Fancy drinks to try:
- Matcha latte (pictured)
- On-tap flights (choose amongst a selection of cold brew, nitro, matcha, & kombucha)
7. Goddess & the Baker
Neighborhoods: multiple locations
Serving coffee from: Metropolis, Colectivo, Metric, Dark Matter, Stumptown, and more
Fancy drinks to try:
- Mayan mocha
- Honey wildflower latte
- Rainbow latte (secret menu - ask for it!)
- Vietnamese cold brew
Also get: rainbow cake
8. Heritage Bicycles
Neighborhood: Lakeview
Serving coffee from: their own
Fancy drinks to try:
- Lavendar latte
- Caramel goatmilk latte
- Cold brew
Also get: bikes, backpacks, helmets, etc.!
9. Il Tavolino
Neighborhood: River North
Serving coffee from: Metropolis
Fancy drinks to try:
- Nutella latte (pictured)
- Iced latte
- Caramel macchiato
10. Intelligentsia
Neighborhood: everywhere
Serving coffee from: their own
Fancy drinks to try:
- Oat milk latte (pictured, iced)
- Vanilla latte
- Black cat espresso shake (Logan Square only)
11. Java & Mug
Neighborhood: North Park
Fancy drinks to try:
- Anything with cute latte art (bear, woman, love)
Also get: bubble teas with fresh fruit; bing-so for dessert
12. Maison Marcel
Neighborhood: Lakeview
Serving coffee from: Metric
Fancy drinks to try:
- Almond milk iced latte (pictured)
- Golden latte (with Harvest juice)
- Vanilla latte
13. Meddle Coffee
Neighborhood: West Loop
Serving coffee from: their own
Fancy drinks to try:
- Cortado in a goblet (pictured)
- Mayan mocha
- Iced coffees on tap
14. Oromo
Neighborhood: Lincoln Square
Serving coffee from: Chapin coffee
Fancy drinks to try:
- Pistachio + rose latte (pictured; more here)
- Hazelnut horchata latte
- Lemongrass + ginger Vietnamese iced coffee
Also get: superfood pastries
15. Sawada
Neighborhood: West Loop
Fancy drinks to try:
- Military latte (pictured; espresso + dairy + white chocolate + matcha)
- Matcha latte (hot or iced)
- Cold brew
- Boozy steamers
Also get: Doughnut Valut doughnuts
16. Werewolf Coffee
Neighborhood: West Town-ish
Serving coffee from: Passionhouse espresso + lots of other options on tap
Fancy drinks to try:
- Charcoal latte (pictured)
- Chai latte
- Mocha latte
- Cold brews on tap
Also get: pastries; Bon Vivant cupcakes on some Friday mornings
17-20. What Else?
There are so many great lattes in this city, and I would love your suggestions on any I've missed!
Please submit your favorites, and I will update this list with some of your suggestions.
CHICAGO LATTE LIST BY 312FOOD
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Thanks! -Erin
