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Perkolator

Restaurant Cafe Coffee shop Coffee roasters

Coffeehouse with cafe eats like sandwiches, soups & donuts in a bright & homey space. People often mention coffee, great, good, shop, latte, breakfast, delicious, staff, local, friendly,


Address

6032 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60634, United States

Website

www.perkolatorcoffee.com

Contact

+1 773-853-2261

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.70 (563 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: 7 am to 3 pm
  • Tuesday: 7 am to 3 pm
  • Wednesday: 7 am to 3 pm
  • Thursday: 7 am to 3 pm
  • Friday: 7 am to 3 pm
  • Saturday: 8 am to 3 pm
  • Sunday: 8 am to 3 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: coffee (44) great (22) good (15) shop (14) latte (12) breakfast (10) delicious (10) staff (10) local (10) friendly (9)
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  • 5/5 Esita F. 8 months ago on Google • 5 reviews
    This is my go to breakfast spot. They have delicious food, drinks and snacks. I come here mostly for Avocado toast but I’ve tried the sunrise bagel, turkey wrap and smoothies, all sooo good. The vibe is also great, nice employees and customers.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 dave v. 1 year ago on Google
    Friendly staff. Good location with some outdoor seating. Lattes - harvest moon and honey cinnamon were hot and tasty… and hand delivered as we enjoyed the fall sun! Fun!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Matthew T. 1 year ago on Google
    My wife and I love supporting local businesses but we have gone here on more than one occasion and the service has been bad. Ordered a coffee, latte and smoothie. We got the coffee right away but the latte and smoothie waited for at least five people in line behind us to get their orders before I mentioned that we are still waiting on the latte and smoothie. The girl at the register brings the smoothie but brings me an iced latte which was not what I ordered so we had to wait even longer to get the hot latte. The guy making the drinks just pointed the finger at the girl at the register and blamed her when I told him what I was waiting on initially. I won’t be visiting this place again they just can’t focus on the customer in front of them.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joanna D. 1 year ago on Google
    The Perkolator is everything a great neighborhood coffee shop should be - very friendly and good food! I love trying the new seasonal menu items.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Phat B. 1 year ago on Google
    This coffee shop is beyond amazing. The coffee is delicious, and the people that work there are very nice! The girl even brought me my coffee to where I was sitting, it was so sweet.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pat L. 2 years ago on Google • 204 reviews
    What can I say, this place is really good. The espresso had a sweet flavor to it and their turtle bar is my new favorite. It had nice marbling with great texture and flavoring. Would definitely comeback and get some more. Service is great and the decor is wonderful, perfect for lounging. I've spent over $6 altogether and is worth it!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 A B. 9 months ago on Google • 1431 reviews
    A really cool local coffee shop. The folks working here are super nice. The food looks amazing, but I didn't try an of it this time around. I had a breve latte that was fantastic and they did an amazing job making it. I would definitely come back

  • 5/5 Natalie B. 1 year ago on Google
    Cute little coffee shop—perfect for a Saturday morning bite. The staff is super friendly! The horchata latte was delicious! The donuts are fresh and fluffy. The breakfast sandwiches are hot and fresh. 10/10 will stop by again!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Stephanie P. 8 months ago on Google • 113 reviews
    Eclectic coffee shop with local artists on display! Nice menu of breakfast and lunch sandwiches and soups, really good coffee and tea options. Support local! This is a portage park gem! Prices are really good for the quality product and service you get
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eveliz V. P. 1 year ago on Google • 80 reviews
    Super cute local coffee shop/ cafe with plenty of locally sourced coffee merchandise, almost like a mini gift shop. Their specialty latte/tea selection is larger than usual with unique syrup flavors to choose from. Ive had their horchata and mocha + hazelnut latte so far and it is delicious. I’ve also tried their veggie bagel sandwich in the past and it is really good as well. Highly recommend!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jo K. 8 months ago on Google • 23 reviews
    Cute little coffee shop! I was a bit hungry too, so I was glad it had breakfast (burritos and sandwiches), which was really good too! Love the atmosphere!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Patti V. 3 years ago on Google
    We are spectacularly lucky to have one of the best neighborhood coffee shops anywhere. Great coffee, terrific sandwiches made with fresh ingredients, wonderful pastries and an incredible crew that knows their customers. The owners have gone to great lengths to make sure that their staff and customers are safe. They have online subscription for their great coffee, tea and a wide variety of items. There is daily delivery for their coffee and tasty food. Plus they have a walk-up window for easy pickup! You can even pre-order on the odeko app and have everything ready to go when you arrive! And, when gather together safely it will be joy to reconnect in their superbly cozy space.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Griselda M. 1 year ago on Google
    They have the best lattes (especially their horchata latte) as well as delicious roasted coffee beans. It is my favorite local coffee shop! Highly recommend!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Donna K. 2 years ago on Google
    First time visiting. Great vibe here. Delicious coffee. Super friendly. They roast their own coffee and also bring in special roasts from around the globe. Definitely a must to visit when you are in the area.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Alex S. 2 years ago on Google
    Perkolator's always been a wonderful place ta go. The space is super fun, the staff is friendly and efficient, and their offerings don't cost a fortune. We live in Rogers Park, but still make the trek out ta support them when we can, cuz it's just that worth it. We also love that they use their walls ta support artists! There's always something new ta see, or something new ta try. Highly recommended!! 😄
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ty D. 2 years ago on Google
    I’ve never been to Perkolator but my girlfriend has told me nothing but great things. I usually just miss them and arrive after closing. Yesterday she got me the ready to drink Chai with oat milk! I only drink oat milk so this was a shock to me 😱 I drink chai pretty much everyday (at least 5 times a week) and prefer a stronger tea so I was sure how’d I like it but OMG. This is an amazing beverage. The chai spices standout perfectly and work well with the oat milk. I added a bit of the vanilla to it after I warmed it on the stove and loved it. I also used the vanilla in my Irish oatmeal which was very tasty. Can’t wait to stop by the shop soon! ❤️
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Brandon W. 2 months ago on Google • 43 reviews New
    It’s a coffee shop. It’s a very good.. no.. great coffee shop. From the fantastic drink options to the delicious food, you cannot go wrong here. The staff is always super friendly and helpful and they consistently work hard to get your order out in a timely manner. Check them out!

  • 4/5 Tejaswini S. 2 months ago on Google • 18 reviews New
    Vibe here is🫰🫰🫰🫰 Busy cafe, sweetest staff and good coffeeee🫶 Ps: Paid parking is in the front but you can find free parking few blocks away!

  • 5/5 shawn b. 5 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    We used this place for a portion of our wedding gifts (4oz bags of coffee in coffee mugs with a shot of Malört) they exceeded and met our needs in an affordable manner and they were just great to deal with. We also visit the store from time to time, today I had the jalapeño popper bagel and can say without a doubt it's the best breakfast sandwich I've ever had!! Love having this little gem in our neighborhood, and hope we have more additions to the neighborhood just like Perk-o-lator!!

  • 5/5 Elite Auto C. 2 years ago on Google
    The Real Deal. I have been coming here for a long time and this place seems like it’s only getting better... Coffee is always on point. Sandwiches are delicious and look amazing. Now they have many different types of bagels, muffins and more.. great place.

  • 5/5 Megan B. 2 years ago on Google
    I love everything about Perkolator. Great coffee, great food, excellent COVID precautions. I will be forever grateful for their coffee bean subscription delivery - it pretty much saved my sanity during the pandemic with a newborn.

  • 5/5 Kristy C. 4 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    Went here with a girlfriend and our two 5 month old babies. I had the veggie bagel and tuxedo mocha. Everything was very good. We were able to sit comfortably and talk. There were two couches where we could spread out and comfortably eat and tend to the babies. The atmosphere was very chill and the workers were very nice. Definitely will be retuning.

  • 5/5 Kalani M. 10 months ago on Google
    frickin!!!! awesome!!!! great music, great people who work there who actually have conversations with you, great food.. no- AMAZING food. i went with my mom and fiance and our son, i got the ham egg n cheese on gluten free bun with a vanilla soy iced latte and the flourless brownie. GET THE BROWNIE.

  • 5/5 Phil R. 8 months ago on Google
    The drip coffee is good - definitely a cut above Starbucks tier. Staff are friendly and the decor is cute. But the food! The mural in the kitchen says the nicest thing you can do for someone is cook them breakfast, and they take it to heart. Ingredients are fresh and prepared well. Jalapeno popper bagel sandwich and breakfast burrito were both sublime.

  • 5/5 Carlene A. 5 months ago on Google
    We had a great experience here! Very welcoming atmosphere. We spent about an hour here with our 1 year old. Even though it was quite busy when we came in, the service was great and friendly! Would definitely recommend :)

  • 4/5 Nadia H. 6 months ago on Google
    Cute little coffee shop I like to visit when I’m in the city. I usually order through the app because I have my dog with me. They have a tree outside I can tie him to in order to run inside and grab my drink. Pros: great atmosphere, smiley staff, places to sit, community flyers(something niche but I appreciate an involved coffee shop) Cons: pricey for coffee and orders usually take longer to fulfill than stated in app (huge con for me because I have to tie my dog up and run inside)

  • 5/5 Eric M. 2 years ago on Google
    There are few constants in this world. Death, Taxes, and amazing tasting coffee from Perkolator. I first tried a cup of Perkolator at a local farmer's market. And thought it was fantastic. I've been having Perkolator coffee delivered to my house ever since. Their Electric Perk Espresso Blend is my favorite, but I also love getting their Origin Select blends that let me taste styles from all over the world. And during the summer, I switch it up to their Cold Brew which is so good, I drink it way too fast. Support local and drink great coffee. Shop Perkolator.

  • 5/5 Jorge H. 1 year ago on Google
    Worth a visit, cool vibe. Great coffee. Believe they roast in-house. Keep your eyes open because if driving it’s east to miss.

  • 5/5 Kinza S. 2 years ago on Google
    Best Asiago bagel around. So many options for breakfast food, tea and coffee flavors. Friendly service but may have to wait a bit for your order - they’re quite popular and busy.

  • 5/5 Kim A. 3 years ago on Google
    Great and friendly staff. Not sure what to get? They will gladly recommend something. Love egg samdwiches? Happen to be gluten free? Not a problem. Try their egg sandwich. They are delicious. Also, get some of their coffee. In fact, buy some of their coffee to take home to brew yourself or tea.

  • 5/5 christopher g. 1 year ago on Google
    Haven't been here in years and quality have definitely improved sense they first opened and the customer service is on point whoever is managing this place you are doing a good job keep it up!!! The breakfast burrito was really good and the coffee was really smooth plus priced really well in comparison to all the other spots trying to charge $8 for something similar.

  • 5/5 Diane H. 2 years ago on Google
    Wow wonderful staff, fast service, great food! Going back again !

  • 5/5 Shauna P. 2 years ago on Google
    Their Iced Chai Latte and Chicken Salad Croissant Sandwich are great! I definitely recommend those if you visit this place.

  • 4/5 Agnes 1 year ago on Google
    Their coffee is great and they probably have one of the best lemon bars I’ve ever tried! I had to skip the bagel because I was on my way to work and the wait was 30 min. They run from a small kitchen so understandably it takes awhile if they get a large order. Good local spot!

  • 5/5 Jesus P. 1 year ago on Google
    On the hunt for a one of the best local coffee spots in Chicago, Perkolater is up there in the top spot. Let start with the service. Super friendly staff with great recommendations. They seem to know the menu very well and recommended very good breakfast meals. The coffee is OUSTANDING. I ordered a regular coffee and a cold brew and were both excellent roasts. I also tried the horchata latte and my GOODNESS, is it delicious. I don’t know what I’ll end up choosing next time. We ate onsite and the vibe is super relaxed. Great art and the corner location brings in all the happy sunlight. Parking is the only downside but definitely available around the area. Worth the parking meter trip. I look forward to dropping by again.

  • 5/5 Mari D. 2 years ago on Google
    Great coffee, delicious sandwiches aaaand even purchased some vinyl records. Great place to visit!


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Vegan options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Breakfast
    • ✓️ Solo dining
    • ✓️ Good for working on laptop
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Catering
    • ✓️ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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