Lavazza Cafe

Such good coffee and super friendly staff! They’re really fast even in the mornings. So glad I can be in and out… Unlike starbucks or other coffee places that take 5+ minutes to prepare something super simple. For sure my go to after only one week of nonstop coffee drinking here!

LOVE THIS PLACE! It’s not a ‘sit and hang out’ kind of place, especially when it’s busy, but for coffee or gelato, it’s a great quick pick me up. The panini sandwiches (which are kind of greasy on the outside), aren’t bad or good. The gold mine here is the dark chocolate espresso brownies. I haven’t found a better brownie in my life. Get them early, because they always sell out by lunchtime.

5 stars for coffee, espresso, and croissants.
2 stars for tea.
I love everything I’ve ever had here. My huge gripe is that they’ve recently started giving you about half of a usual dose of tea in your teabag. The result is really hot water that tastes like the cardboard cup and a vague hint of tea.
Bottom line, they’re stingy and they charge prices that you would pay for a generous portion. Quality is great; just make it worthwhile.
Creamiest espresso I’ve ever had.

With Starbucks, Intelligentsia, and Caffe Baci all within walking distance of this place (not to mention Dunkin’ and McD’s), you really have your pick of the litter when it comes to coffee options near the Board of Trade building. But Lavazza always seems to hit the mark for me.
Their baristas and cashiers are always friendly and quick, and the quality of beverages and food never falter.
They’ve updated their menu board, which seems a but bunched up together now (more than before), but that shouldn’t deter people much. Their food displays tempt me every time — from their enticing sandwiches to their drool-​worthy pastries. So many great options! And like I said earlier, their beverages are legit and fresh.

The coffee here is great. Better than Starbucks & Peet’s (imo)… somewhere on the same quality as Julius Meinl. I can’t compare it to Intelligentsia yet (haven’t been there). Anyways, I LOVE the way they make mochas here, the chocolate is superb.
The atmosphere is nice, but leans on the casual side. They do have a cool coffeecup chandelier at 2 of the locations I’ve been to.
The only real con about this particular location on Jackson is that it lacks air conditioning. It’s was pretty brutal ordering a coffee here during the summer. Hopefully they get that fixed!

I like this location a lot. Off the beaten path and not as busy as some of the other locations. Warm and comfy on the interior with really great lattes and coffee. A winner in my book!

IMO — the smoothest macchiato of all the local coffee chains, and a punch card is always a nice touch. The espresso brownie is pretty rich, but it’s ok — I deserve it once and a while!

didnt have the coffee
but just stumbled in as I was walking down jackson blvd
got some pistacchio gelato
I think im the only guy to walk down chicago eating gelato with 19 degree weather

BLUF: Standard coffee chain. Good coffee. No personality.
I can’t go over 3 stars for chains. I love the personalities that come with coffee shops. This is just a chain. McDonalds of coffee. The coffee is good, the price is fine. But no personality. Sometimes you just need a cup to keep you moving though.
Nice service, not to busy and in tons of locations.

Lavazza rocks! Lavazza 3 – 4 locations in downtown are my ho to places for espresso drinks. Nice décor and atmosphere, but more importantly great espresso drinks. Particularly like my doppio espresso macchiatto done right, Italian style. Send Starbucks barristas to Lavazza for training please!

4 stars?
Yup, this is 4 star coffee. Not knock your socks off coffee, but a better than average cup.
³⁰⁷⁄₃₆₅

The best iced americano that you’ll ever have. Not sure what makes it taste so good. Just three shots of espresso over ice. I have had americanos from all the others, and this one is the best.

Excellent, excellent, to-​die-​for gelato. Great catucci. Scrumptious cinnamon chip scones. WOW. I’m so glad that I stopped in to try this place. I ordered the pistachio gelato — it was a small scoop for the price, but the quality more than makes up for the quantity. I also tried the apple fritter, and it wasn’t fantastic, but that’s what I get for going to an Italian café and taking a chance on an American baked good. Stick to the European goods and you’re golden here. I purchased all four items (gelato, scone, fritter, and catucci) for about $ 9, which isn’t bad at all.
This location has limited seating, with just a couple of tables indoors and a few outdoors. The staff was friendly and helpful, and took my order quickly. I would come back in a heartbeat.

My coworkers and I love this spot for outdoor meetings. We sit outside and have coffee and gelato and talk about work. It’s a great way to make work more enjoyable. I love their orange mocha mio. It is delicious! If you like orange chocolate this is the drink for you. Great summertime option. I also had the spinach and cheese quiche which was also tasty and comes with a nice side salad. The staff is friendly and very helpful. Prices are reasonable.

The soy mocha is fantastic! To me, they use a far superior quality of chocolate compared to other coffeehouses. The chocolate compliments the espresso well and does not mask the taste. The top of the beverage is nice and foamy too.
Just be warned that the mocha that they use does contain soy so I wouldn’t order it if you absolutely cannot have dairy products. All the employees working at the cash register in all my visits haven’t mentioned that to me. I heard it from an employee at the other Loop location.
The guys working in the morning are really speedy and pretty friendly for the early morning hours. One guy even remembered my order! I’ve only started visiting this shop a few times a week in the last month or so. He was an absolute sweetheart and even punched my card twice to make up for the punch I didn’t get earlier in the week since I didn’t have a card.
You get a free drink once you fill up the punch card. The card doesn’t have any limitations as to what size free beverage you can get either, which is nice.
While you’re at it, try a scone to go along with your coffee. I tried the cranberry one and it was amazing. It was a little warm when they served it to me, which was a nice touch. The scone was baked to perfection and contained the right amount of hardness on the outside and crumbly interior. The scone is far superior than the big name chain’s, IMHO.
The only downside of this particular location would be that the shop is small so it can get crowded especially during the morning rush.
Overall, excellent coffeehouse and I definitely plan on visiting often!

When I’m in this area of the loop, this is my stop. I like the location and the shots are pretty good. Not my fav flavor in coffee but it beats the hell out of the Styrofoam cupped terrible that is unfortunately everywhere. Its a good «medium» coffee that is neither overbearing nor flavorless.

My daily stop for my coffee fix. After 40 years of drinking coffee, a taste acquired at the age of 4 from an immigrant grandmother, my taste is particular at least. I walk out of my way to get my coffee from Lavazza every day, bypassing the overpriced and burnt tasting bean coffee at Starbucks trendy shops, and even casting-​aside my previous favorite Caribou.
This location has excellent service with the friendliest staff who keep the place clean and the customers caffeinated. Miguel manages a coordinated operation that runs more smoothly than any other shop I’ve been in.

Was looking for a light lunch, and this totally delivered. Tasty paninis come with a side salad. Sat outside and enjoyed the weather at their little outdoor seating area, and the barista brought us our sandwiches when they were ready. Not too many people there, which was a nice surprise when you consider the normal Loop lunch spot.
Haven’t tried their coffee, but I’m sure it’s delish.
Next time we’ll spring for a scoop of gelato too.

Tried their Italian hot chocolate and it was so thick and sweet and pure yumminess!!! It reminded me of the hot chocolate featured in the Johnny Depp movie «Chocolat»!
Staff was very nice!

So this is my spot to get coffee before work. You get a card and after a number of purchases you get a free coffee of your choice. It’s not just about the free cup of coffee to thank you for your loyalty, its that this coffee is the SHITE! The staff is friendly and the parfait puts the competitors to shame. I’m not a sweets person, so I’m not one to go with a muffin… but I do wish they offered some more savory breakfast options.
Get your coffee here, just not around 8:55…you’ll make me late for work.