Chicago Hope Cafe

Amazing place! It's a definite place where you can come and lounge around. Don't judge it by its cover however. Its definitely one of those "hole in the wall kind of places"; a treasure in Chicago. And the food is made right then and there, no microwave food here. Christian music playing is a plus personally. Great place if you want to do homework or small work in general.

Guy I work with mentioned this place, and we stopped by to check it out. I didn't have any coffee, but I did try the BLT sandwich, and let me tell you, it was fantastic. A nice portion that was made fresh.

A hidden gem on the west side of Chicago. I highly recommend it. Gotta try the coffee next.

Beautiful cafe with a great ambiance. LOVE doing work here. Never too crowded or loud and the staff are very friendly. Plus, funds go to a good cause.

Mouth watering smell, great taste and a awesome service. I love the energy when I walked through the door. I'm definitely making this my go to breakfast spot.

Everything about this place is awesome. The staff are kind and generous. The space is cute, bright, and comfortable with plenty of available seating. So far I've tried their croissant sandwiches, which are made fresh, and they are super tasty and affordable. The coffee and lemonades are great. This is truly such a lovely place to work or meet friends for a drink. Could not recommend enough!

Love their sandwiches, my good sis makes them the best - with love. They are so addicting, but the energy the place provides is amazing. The space is bright, bathrooms are good, no complaints there. The bottomless coffee is also good if you're going to be there a while.

Only issue I have is their pride in serving the police (yuck) and it can get a little nosey if you're trying to study.

Friendly staff, laid-back atmosphere. Good coffee and breakfast croissant. I wish they had later and weekend hours, but I make a point to come here when I can.

Edit 6/8/21: Should have updated this review way earlier - They have remodeled the interior, replaced the furniture, and have added additional/later hours. It's a really great cafe.

I love this coffee shop! The staff here will always have a smile and a good conversation. They have an awesome mission in the Westside. The coffee that is sourced here is great and when they open up for seating again the environment is welcoming. Great job and I appreciate the encouragement!

Definitely one of my favorite places. Quick service, friendly employees, and wide selection of drink options (including Italian soda, which was a pleasant surprise). Purchasing from here helps support a local school, so you can make a difference in the community while getting caffeinated. The interior has cushy couches and chairs and many windows, making it a great place to chill out. Right off 290 and free street parking, this is a hidden gem that more people definitely need to know about!

This is my favorite local coffee shop. The staff are friendly, the coffee is delicious, the music is excellent, the wifi is reliable, and the atmosphere is quiet enough for work without being too oppressively quiet for other people to talk. Plus, the money goes to a good cause in the area (look up Chicago Hope Academy). Keep doing what you're doing! I only wish that the hours were longer.

The service was very good

The inside was very nice and clean

Nice quiet area to study or read a book

Good food, great coffee, amazing atmosphere. I would Hang out here all day! Comfortable and homey yet lots of space. Plus the people are fantastic. Can't recommend enough!

This place is a MUST visit in Chicago. The food is delicious and the coffee to die for!!!!! They also went out of their way to make special gift cards for a project I was working on with my kids..... I can't say enough about the staff!!!!!!! They LOVE their mission, the school the support,, the community, their customers, and their coffee. These people are literally changing the world! I can't wait to get back to Chicago and make this my first stop!!!!!

Hope Café is an excellent place to read, work, chat with the staff, and simply to enjoy one’s coffee. Katherine is a master of interior decoration, keeping the place both comfortable and aesthetic. And if you need a suggestion on what food or flavoring would pair best with your coffee, Katrina will fix you up with the best recs.
This place is truly a gem.

This coffee shop is a gem. The atmosphere is awesome. The staff are truly beautiful people and the mango infused green tea is an elixir from heaven! Chicago Hope Cafe is possible one of the best things I found during my stay.

This establishment is absolutely beautiful. The staff and customer service is impeccable. Then not to mention that there proceeds fund a school for children's tuition. It's is joyful and fulfilling to know that you eat good, great service and supporting an amazing cause ❤.

Katrina helped me out today and was beyond helpful and accommodating. We just moved into the area and she let me know a bit about the Cafe's mission and background. Obviously the space is beautiful and will be great for hangs once things go back to some sense of 'normal,' but the coffee and food were particularly outstanding. I got the Kenyan pourover which was as clean and smooth as Katrina mentioned it to be, but equally delicious. I snagged the Nutella Mocha for my better half at home, and that thing is as great as the other reviews led me to believe. We also got some breakfast sandwiches that absolutely hit the spot. Thanks to everyone working here; what a perfect, cozy place to have in our neighborhood!

Cheers,
Tom

This place has been a staple for me as a frontline healthcare worker during the pandemic - "The Katrina" (the sandwich, must try) and all of their sandwiches are big enough to satisfy the hungriest of individuals. They look out for their customers with the most personable of service. The coffee is splendid too. Bottom line: Everything is Made with Love!

Cozy, spacious, sunny, and quiet, this coffee shop was a great spot for homework. Brick wall must absorb sound because conversations around me didn't bother me at all. I could hardly hear them. There were also a number of couches that looked clean and comfortable (I've seen VERY worn out furniture in other places). Overall a beautiful and well-maintained space for a good cause.All proceeds go to Hope Academy, a local neighborhood high school with an amazing mission. The host said this space could be reserved for events and parties. Perfect space for a movie screening.

Great location for the Tri-Taylor and Medical District. Coffee, tea and food options all good. They do carry vegan cream cheese for those looking. In an old German Fitness Club, so the atmosphere is a nice change to a lot of the other shops in the area. Plus being a patron helps kids who attend Chicago Hope Academy.