user
Charmers Cafe
1500 W Jarvis Ave, Chicago, IL 60626, United States
Appearance
Charmers Cafe
Comments
Qu
Review №1

Charmers is my favorite Cafe! They have great drinks, treats, and food. I love how they get involved in the community. Wonderful energy with the decor, staff, & guests.

Fr
Review №2

A lovely hole in the wall with reasonable prices and friendly staff. Their indoor shop has a wide selection of funny options, and the outside dining area hosts a large selection of seating. I’ve also found my summer drink with the white chocolate iced latte.

Al
Review №3

I love Charmers Cafe! We got married a couple of blocks away and ordered lunch from Charmers for our family and friends while getting ready. They went above and beyond! Not only was the food delicious (and it was DELICIOUS)- but Carrie and Annie delivered it themselves, set it up beautifully, and were so kind and helpful throughout the process. Thank you thank you!! Highly recommend!

Ma
Review №4

Great coffee and staff. Try their chimichurri sauce, so amazing! I absolutely love the plant theme and ease of curbside pickup / outside dining. They even have small heaters to warm you up.

Br
Review №5

I ordered the EGG N’ HAM sandwich which consisted of egg, ham, American cheese, on an english muffin, and from the very start didnt look right. The muffin wasnt toasted enough, the ham needed to be browned more and the entire sandwich looked to me like it was nothing more than an Egg McMuffin. Which I wouldnt eat if you paid me! At this time though I was hungry enough to try the Charmer sandwich and.. it didnt taste right. Later in the evening I didnt feel all that great and... even had a case of diarrhea showing me clearly it was that sandwich. I may visit once again but next time... Id only go so far as to order a cup of coffee and maybe a croissant. My girlfriend was there with me and I can only hope she doesnt become nauseated also.

Br
Review №6

This place is amazing! Very high quality coffee and food. Their weekend specials are wonderful!

Er
Review №7

Absolutely adorable little coffee spot! Lots of very cute touches. The pastries were VERY tasty and the coffee hit the spot.

Ph
Review №8

I love the patio and the shade it offers. I love that its a good stretch of the legs to walk over, cause who cant use a little exercise. The service was great, enjoyed my ice coffee. I look forward to returning.

Ar
Review №9

Amazing coffee shop in Rogers Park!

Ch
Review №10

Awesome neighborhood spot with a fun setup inside and on the patio. Friendly service and good coffee.

Ca
Review №11

No inside seating but plenty seating outside. They will accommodate you if you have a laptop and need power however there are no outlets outside for those that want to work from the cafe. Very nice staff and if you love dogs, plenty of neighborhood pets passing by to pet 🐕

Hu
Review №12

Lovely spot with great coffee, “charming” atmosphere and good food that’s prepared to order. The lox and bagel was very good and fresh. The swing seats in the window aren’t for me, but very fun. And, weather permitting, there’s great outdoor seating.

Je
Review №13

Amazing coffee, food and service! I stop in often for breakfast on my way to work and am never disappointed. Today I bought a beautiful plant as a gift. So lovely to have such a gem in my neighborhood!

Ki
Review №14

Charmers Cafe is quite charming. The decor is really cute. Coffee is tasty as well. Glad to have found a chill spot to hang out at on a Tuesday afternoon.

Ky
Review №15

Great local spot. They have vastly improved since the new owners took over. Better hours and better coffee drinks. Good part of the neighborhood, hope they are around a long time.

An
Review №16

Window service and ate outside...friendly service and plenty of outside seating is located around the restaurant. Sugar free drink options and tasty sandwiches...reasonable prices and a great find in Rogers Park for a quick bite and beverage.

Na
Review №17

I never have bad experiences at charmers!! the coffee is delicious, management/the staff are lovely, and I enjoy shopping while waiting for my caffeine.

Cr
Review №18

Me & my husband had our first date here back in 2016.He bought a mocha drink & I got a iced chai. We split a blueberry muffin. The date cost $10. I told him I only had two hours to spare&. We ended up sitting at the cafe until they closed & took a stroll near the lake front. Best date ever. This place was relaxing & perfect for comfort dating. We are now married with two boys. I can’t wait to revisit this place on our anniversary.

Em
Review №19

Perfect little neighborhood coffee shop! I had the BEST breakfast sandwich! I would definitely recommend a stop at Charmers Cafe!

Vi
Review №20

Folks love this place but Im not having good experiences. My most complicated order is a a bagel. Once i was charged $1.00 for 2 jellies. Not extra. Just 2 jellies. Today I just wanted a toasted bagel with butter. Got home and guess what. A dry bagel with NO BUTTER. Is it really this hard to provide the minimum? Evidently.

Ch
Review №21

The food was super bad. Took two bowls (classic and south west) - the roasted potatoes were half done, eggs felt like left overs and the food overall lacked taste. My wife and I are quite surprised that this place got 4.6 stars.

Jo
Review №22

One of jarvis square treasures

Ka
Review №23

I went this morning, and it was my third visit. Every time I come here, the people who work here are so so so nice. I usually just get coffee and a bagel, but their other menu items look great. Once they forgot to bring my bagel to me (I had a bigger order), and I let them know and they apologized a ton and rushed my bagel to me. The bagels are also my favorite. I want to try other things, but theyre so good. I highly recommend. Also, everyone working deserves a raise; they are seriously so nice.

Gi
Review №24

I came for WiFi since my apartment is still being set up. I even called in advance to make sure WiFi was available. I purchased a drink and food and was never able to connect to WiFi. Very frustrating

Ju
Review №25

The coffee is fine but all the reviews on the food must be out of date. Maybe when they 1st opened the food was ok? Every time I feel robbed of my $5 for this weak microwaved bread . They microwave everything you can taste it , even the bagels. Again the coffee is OKAY but nothing special.

Mo
Review №26

Sandwich and matcha oatmilk latte--fab. Outdoor seating--essential. Only problem was not Charmers fault: cigarette smoke from bar next door was impossible to avoid.

Ni
Review №27

Staff was friendly and the food is delicious, will definitely be going back

Va
Review №28

Got all the basic coffee options plus seasonal flavors. Also their little shop is so nice!!

Zh
Review №29

The service is attentive, the egg n cheese sandwich is wonderful. And OMG, they have swings! Good place to study/work or get together w/ friends.

Be
Review №30

Good food/drinks and friendly service! Plus, theres a little shop inside with local-made goods and plants. A Rogers Park gem!

Jo
Review №31

Been going every weekend for the last 2 months to have breakfast with friends. The egg breakfast box is delicious. Make sure to ask for the chimichurri sauce. The oatmeal shake is a great sidekick to any meal. Say hello to Co owner, Carrie, super friendly and knowledgeable about various topics. I always learn something new from her.

Ro
Review №32

Hi, my name is Roshana,I would love to come there and have a drink. It looks great there. I wish my dear shannon was there🤩

Ch
Review №33

Vegetarian and meat options super friendly atmosphere

Pa
Review №34

Nice little corner Cafe serving delicious light fare, coffees and teas. With ample outdoor seating.

Co
Review №35

This place has definitely grown on me. Its nice and homey and I although the food selection is small, its very good. Love all the plants!

Na
Review №36

I love this place. The people are nice & friendly. The drinks & food are well made. The outside seating has been a real benefit in the nice weather. Strongly recommend!

Mi
Review №37

The coffee was great. The donut was pretty good. The actual cafe is a really neat spot. Some of the indoor seats are swings suspended from the ceiling. There is outdoor seating, too.

Th
Review №38

I love their new retail items! I dont drink coffee so this allowed me to come in and support a local small business. The hot chocolate was yummy too!!

Ri
Review №39

Such a great little spot thats truly unique to Rogers Park. The owners (Carrie and Annie) really know how to create a welcoming vibe, even in the face of COVID. Whether its a gift or just a snack, its absolutely worthwhile to visit. And you dont even need to trek out to Andersonville or Evanston!

An
Review №40

This cafe is a gem. The staff are patient and kind, the coffee is strong and you can get tons of delicious treats (including catering from Bennisons, yum!). During this year theyve shifted to a walk up window for orders and have kept the hand sanitizer flowing! They also have a strong integrated into the community vibe, with continuously updating flyers for local events over by the mix-in cart (alt. pasted in the windows this year)

na
Review №41

The staff are amazing and kind. I support baristas. Great coffee! However, for the owners to charge close to $3.00 for a cup of Tazo Chai when the box is $3.49 at Jewel is a mark up. I can see paying that for a Speacialty Tea brand like Rishi. Do Better new owners! Been a Charmers fan since its first iteration, I now know to buy my teas from a different coffee shop. And they dont sell plain Earl Grey. Not everybody likes Earl Grey with Lavendar!

Ir
Review №42

Charmers is amazing!!!Good coffee. Excellent food!!!Turkey sandwich is sooooo good!!!

Jo
Review №43

Great flavors abound at this neighborhood spot. Love that they have Homer’s ice cream too! Win win!

Ca
Review №44

Coffee was delicious and they brought out little fire tables so we could sit safely outside of their shop and still be warm.

Er
Review №45

Just had ice cream, but service was friendly and fast. Im sure the coffee is great and they apparently have cinnamon buns on the weekend. Jarvis square is a solid little location for food and drink.

Je
Review №46

Great staff, always friendly, helpful, and quick with service. My favorite is the expresso vanilla shake with whip cream.

An
Review №47

Very friendly staff and nice atmosphere. They have WiFi and a wireless printer if you need to print.

Ky
Review №48

Just had the fancy egg sandwich with chimichurri and it was the best thing I’ve eaten here so far. I’m guessing their menu changes here pretty regularly but here’s what it looks like now.

Aa
Review №49

I’ve had espresso all over Chicago...and they seriously have the best. I don’t know how they do it, but they do it well.

Ja
Review №50

Cute coffee joint just off the Jarvis stop. Its nice and comfortable and has ample seating. They even have indoor swings! They have goodies in a cabinet. We came late so didnt have too many things left. The coffee was Metropolis!!! Soo good. It was nice and hot and fresh the way coffee should be. I was extremely impressed by the chocolate chip cookie!! It was soft and chewy. It looked like it would be crunchy and dry but it wasnt! It was worth every penny and I would do it again.

Sa
Review №51

I live in the neighborhood and i love coming here. the atmosphere is great, and theres always plenty of seating (with power strips at every table!!!!). that being said, if youre going to get coffee here, its probably a good idea to stick to drip coffee because i dont think ive ever had a properly-made espresso drink here.....but the fact that no employee here seems to be able to pull an espresso shot is pretty much the only downside

Br
Review №52

Cute place, but their is no Print With Me Printer, although Google says there is.

Wa
Review №53

Charmers is charming and 1/2 block from Redline at Jarvis. Great java !

Su
Review №54

Nice milk shakes too much whip cream

Th
Review №55

I have been coming here on and off since 2012. The cafe is quiet, the baristas are amazing, and who cant resist the swings? P.S.: when I recently made the switch to gluten free, they offered me something off the menu. AMAZING!

Ch
Review №56

Visiting our daughter from Alabama and found Charmers Cafe wondering around the neighborhood. Awesome coffee! Fantastic croissants and service.... friendly service and great atmosphere. This is what Starbucks wants to be.

Mi
Review №57

Such a treasure...i remember when they opened.

Sc
Review №58

What a great little place! Independent Art House Café in a lovely little neighborhood on the north side. Very friendly staff - and the food was great. Great specials.....toasted everything bagel with lox - nirvana!

Gr
Review №59

Charming, great staff, good food and drinks. Theyve got a nice patio in sunset, but a good place to study or hang out year round

Da
Review №60

Every time Im in town 8 go back and something has changed and this place is better than it was the last time. Great little intimate place for a great quick and light breakfast. The Charmers Blend coffee is fantastic. If you want a little neighborhood experience, this is the place for you!

Ch
Review №61

Charmers is a cozy, relaxed space to eat breakfast or enjoy a tasty beverage! I love their outside seating and the little swing seats that look out on to Greenview. Its got a very mellow atmosphere that is good for low-key coffee dates and hardcore work sessions alike.The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable about the neighborhood. Plus they make great food! I highly recommend both the breakfast sandwiches or a milkshake with espresso in it.

Ki
Review №62

The cinnamon rolls!!!!!

Na
Review №63

I love the owner of this artists cafe. She has her heart and soul into this special place. The best artisan coffee , hands down. The fresh juice, is really fresh. Something draws me to this wonderful cafe more Nd more. Its pesceful, homey, relaxing, and simply the best. My family and I, go there several times a week.

W
Review №64

I dont drink coffee. Good coffee by my friends standards. Good neighborhood coffeehouse. Its right up the street from my place so when I have guest or company 5hey love to go there. They say its good coffee.

Jo
Review №65

Lovely local coffee shop serving some fine treats and snacks great atmosphere, good tea and coffee options, staff generally organised and serve quickly and effectively. Oh yeah, they do Wham! hour on Sundays. 👌🏾👌🏾👌🏾

Lu
Review №66

Great food and coffee and even better staff! :)

Ga
Review №67

Nice little coffee shop. You can come and study or just enjoy some of the items on there menu. There are many shows that they put on such as open mics, poetry, etc on certain days. There is a little gallery in the back where they hold exhibits for various local artists each month. Anything from photography to paintings.

De
Review №68

Irresistible and infinitely satisfying espresso drinks. Friendly and calm staff set the stage for a great coffee house feel. The place makes me want to read The New Yorker. Heart, tasty breakfast sandwiches.

Se
Review №69

Charmers has a great location with outdoor seating. Their soups seem to be made in house and are excellent. Their coffee however, is no good. The employees either, dont know how to make coffee or dont care and give out incorrect drinks.

Au
Review №70

I buy coffee here every week, wonderful people and wonderful coffee. Coffee is from Metropolis roasters and the charmers blend is probably my favorite. The baked goods are also pretty good if you need a quick pick me up.

Pa
Review №71

Its adorable, convenient and cozy! However, should be selling their own fresh donuts and pastries. Not mentioning sandwiches. They are losing money with over priced cold and dry croissants. The juices are super good and the staff is super nice :)

Gl
Review №72

Cute coffee joint just off the Jarvis stop. Its nice and comfortable and has ample seating. They even have indoor swings! They have goodies in a cabinet. We came late so didnt have too many things left. The coffee was Metropolis!!! Soo good. It was nice and hot and fresh the way coffee should be. I was extremely impressed by the chocolate chip cookie!! It was soft and chewy. It looked like it would be crunchy and dry but it wasnt! It was worth every penny and I would do it again.The interior is chill. They have a cool Jarvis sign above the coffee bar. They have lots of different kinds of seating to match your needs. There is also a paid printer in the back corner. There is ample street parking around. Some are metered parking and some are free residential parking. Definitely get the cookie. You will not be disappointed!! Im definitely coming back again and will try their other treats

Ro
Review №73

The oatmeal breakfast smoothie here is superb!

Cl
Review №74

Nice staff and good Americanos. Decor is a little dark and I wish they would get their sandwich menu back up and runningUpdate 5/26/17. They have their sandwich menu up and running and a consistent level of pastries in the case! I really​ enjoy the bagel with egg, cheese, ham & tomato and my day off breakfast!

Tr
Review №75

Nice little local cafe! Not crazy about the coffee Im a Starbucks gal but they have great teas and a great chai latte

Br
Review №76

Lucky to have this artsy gem right down the street from me. Cute and clever ambiance, with a sweet Thoreau garden outside. Great coffee and the bagels and lockes are really well done. They rotate art from local artists on display, so its always interesting.

Jo
Review №77

The location is convenient, but maybe they can up the number of scoops of the ice cream an extra one. One day I was sitting outside for a while just relaxing, this lady that works there came out and asked me of I wanted anything, I said no thank you and she told me that I have to buy something if I want to sit outside on the chairs. Yet Ive been there before and used the laptop for 2 hours inside and didnt buy anything, no one told me anything.

Fr
Review №78

Cool atmosphere and super friendly staff. Great place to do work or catch up with a friend. Make sure you try the breakfast sandwich on a croissant!!

El
Review №79

Fantastic service. I had loads of questions and they answered all with a smile! Cant wait to take the new vegan coworker for lunch, heard theyve got solid options.

Ma
Review №80

Local, friendly quaint place. I live down the block and like to support local businesses. This place is what every cafe should be. One thing Id like to see is more pastries. The ones they have are on a skimpy side.

Ga
Review №81

Good coffee. Good location. Good service. Good environment. ~

Ke
Review №82

Everything is magical here from the decor to the food and drinks to the team serving it all up! I love coming here because of the atmosphere and the friendly service I always receive.

To
Review №83

Cool. Friendly ownership. Its so nice when patrons and staff share chill conversations just like we are all fellow humans in the community versus strangers. True to Rogers Park spirit.

Bi
Review №84

Great place to have a relaxing coffee

Jo
Review №85

Staff was friendly and kind, latte and almond croissant were both excellent. Seating was comfortable enough and atmosphere felt inclusive, hope to go there again soon.

Ky
Review №86

The best part about this coffee shop are the workers! Great location and even better ingredients! Their food menu bests starbucks anyday check them out!

Ro
Review №87

Absolutely horrible customer service. My wife waited for her bagel and when she went and asked they just looked at her. After making it instead of apologizing and bringing it to her they sat it on the counter. When I asked her about customer service she acted as if it wasn’t her problem.

Sa
Review №88

This cafe is adorable! Love their breakfast sandwich, the staff are always super friendly, and great atmosphere.

SJ
Review №89

Cozy. Good Americano! Strong Wi-Fi.

An
Review №90

Cute, clean, quiet, and very friendly staff. Great food, great coffee. Love this place!

Su
Review №91

I had an egg and cheese bagel that was delicious. They have really good coffee drinks, too.

Fe
Review №92

Love this little place in the corner of Jarvis. You almost feel transported to a small town

Co
Review №93

Wonderful neighborhood cafe and hangout, delicious coffee, bagels and more! Great vibe and service thanks guys x

Ka
Review №94

Put some food on your menu that isnt carb-based, and Ill be back! The ambiance was sweet, the coffee was good, and the server was kind. But I need protein and veg, please!

No
Review №95

Charmers definitely holds true to its name! A very quaint lil cafe, with an awesome menu, great coffee and delicious pastries!!!

ma
Review №96

Very good service very fairly priced and they love pets during spring summer and fall there is usually a water bowl outside for your dog

Om
Review №97

Nice and cozy with an warm and polite staff.. great place for an cup of coffee and a bite while chasing the cold off....

Fr
Review №98

Pleasant-Nice staff-Great neighborhood place -Family friendly

Na
Review №99

This place is wonderful! Hidden away though. Very pleasant barristers.

Lu
Review №100

Sorry Im not a regular customer and cant make up my mind. If Im not being rushed the least the barista could have done was educate me about their menu. Not from the area, but baristas are usually supposed to be part of the friendlier bunch.

Information
100 Photos
100 Comments
4.6 Rating
  • Address:1500 W Jarvis Ave, Chicago, IL 60626, United States
  • Site:http://www.charmerscafe.com/
  • Phone:+1 773-743-2233
Categories
  • Ice cream shop
  • Art cafe
  • Coffee shop
  • Cafe
  • Sandwich shop
  • Social club
Working hours
  • Monday:7AM–7PM
  • Tuesday:8AM–7PM
  • Wednesday:8AM–7PM
  • Thursday:7AM–6PM
  • Friday:7AM–6PM
  • Saturday:7AM–6PM
  • Sunday:7AM–6PM
From the business
  • Identifies as women-led:Yes
Service options
  • Outdoor seating:Yes
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • 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 restroom:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible seating:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:No
Offerings
  • Coffee:Yes
  • Comfort food:Yes
  • Organic dishes:Yes
  • Prepared foods:Yes
  • Quick bite:Yes
  • Vegetarian options:Yes
Dining options
  • Breakfast:Yes
  • Lunch:Yes
  • Dessert:Yes
  • Seating:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cozy:Yes
Crowd
  • College students:Yes
  • Family-friendly:Yes
Planning
  • Transgender safespace:Yes
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
Similar organizations