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Intelligentsia Coffee

53 E. Randolph Street, Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 920-9332
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Ranked #117 of 7,340 restaurants in Chicago
Cuisines: Coffee Shop, Café
Good for: Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Takeout
Restaurant details
Good for: Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Takeout
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Barcelona
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2013 NEW

I always have problems when i travel... I love strong and tasty coffee and this morning I have gone to Intelligentsia after to read the typical list "best coddee in...". I ordered a capuccino and after I finished it, I have to order another. Excellent service and superb coffee.

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Chicago, Illinois, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

I had my first latte in this place yesterday. It was so delicious. Not too creamy, not bitter and very smooth. I love it. Thanks guys. Keep up the good work.

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Indiana
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12 reviews 12 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2013

Amazing coffee house. Whether it be the Espresso, the delicate and perfectly steamed milk, or the perfectly timed pour overs they hit everything right on. Yes you may have to wait, yes you may be looked down on a bit if you ask a question, but it's worth it. They try to make sure everything they do is done to... More

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Detroit, Michigan
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

Although I am a fan of Starbucks, this is a more original, non-commercialized experience. Great dedication to serving a cup of coffee! The staff is very knowledgeable about their product and the macchiato I ordered looked beautiful! Very strong espresso but it's exactly the pick me up I was looking for!

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Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2013 via mobile

I look for good coffee wherever I go. After arriving from Vancouver which has VERY good coffee, this is a real disappointment.....

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Iowa City, Iowa
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3 restaurant reviews
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 1, 2013 via mobile

Both my latte & son's hot chocolate looked very elegant. The shop smells terrific. The staff is helpful and friendly. But honestly I felt somewhat disappointed in the lack of flavor. Both drinks tasted watered down. And BIG letdown on the bag of coffee beans I purchased to brew at home. Yuck yuck yuck. They are dry, have no oil,... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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26 restaurant reviews
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24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

We hang out at the north Broadway store. Love both their coffee and the baked goodies. Great staff and fun neighborhood atmosphere.

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See 16 more reviews by Travellers1970 for Chicago
Tamworth, Australia
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29 reviews 29 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 15, 2013

You care about coffee? So do they. You want a really good cup of coffee (not just one of those mega-sized behemoth buckets of poorly roasted, over flavoured, dull as dishwater abominations?) They can do it. They specialise in good coffee well done. A small selection of pastries/food, but you come for the coffee not the food. I went back... More

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See 2 more reviews by Janie K for Chicago
Naperville, IL
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18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 27, 2013

I go just for the beauty of the lattes. You have to dine in and drink it in a real mug, just for the atmosphere. Can be long lines for service, and the servers can be a little snooty for someone ordering for the first time. Be patient with us newbies and we'll be back. Was really a great cup... More

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Bend, Oregon, United States
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 20, 2013

Living in the Northwest, I sought out Intelligentsia for my caffeine fix while visiting Chicago. The coffee reminded my of my hometown roasters, Backporch and Stumptown, and I felt at home. The coffee is not cheap though. Prices were higher in the big city then they are in Oregon. $3.25 for an Americano!

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