More than a coffee bar, Mr. Shesha's Coffee House is a unique establishment with an African-Middle Eastern feel that is an ideal place to come with some friends and just relax. Grab a couch, order a hookah, coffee or dessert and pull out one of the board games they have stocked. The brownies are a specialty, the coffee creations are heavenly and the smoothies come in flavor combinations of fruits like banana, kiwi, mango, papaya and coconut.
This quaint specialty coffee shop boasts a large variety of coffee and tea. Its best selling mocha is a community favorite and a staple in the shop, often considered the best mocha in the suburbs. Elijah's offers a new specialty drink every month.
Kanela Breakfast Club specializes in local, organic Greek-American breakfast and lunch food. Popular menu items include the Western Omelete, Spinach Feta Omelette, Grilled Cheese and more. The restaurant also has plenty of fresh squeezed juices and smoothies as well as coffee drinks and tea.
TeaLula is a small tea shop located in uptown Park Ridge. It offers a wide variety of oolong, black, white, green and herbal loose leaf teas from around the world and also offers samples of any tea you're interested in. It carries a wide variety of tea accessories as well including teapots and tea cups, tea infusers, mugs, pottery, books and more. Although it is primarily a retail shop, it also offers brewed tea to-go. It is owned and operated by Sheila Duda who is a certified tea specialist and her husband Fred Duda.
Perfect Blend is located at the corner of Sheridan Road and Central Avenue in downtown Highland Park. It offers a great variety of coffee, tea and espresso drinks. There are 12 tables inside and a few tables outside during the warmer months. Hot and cold sandwiches as well as a nice assortment of baked goods round out the food offerings.
House of Hookah is a smoking lounge. The shop has over 50 flavors of tobacco. Some popular flavors include Sex on the Peach, Caribbean Summer, Blue Raspberry Ice, Gummy Bears and Blue Mist. The shop also sells pipes and smoking accessories. Hot and cold beverages are available as well.
Brothers John and Brian Kim pour a lot more than hot joe at Brothers K. Since opening in 2005, the two have poured their souls into their java venture, and to great effect. Much loved by Evanston freelancers and students, that love is returned by the Kim brothers, who argue over who knows more customers by name and venerate their baristas past and present with a mini shrine on their website.
Now with two locations in Evanston, the brothers are well on their way to becoming an even more beloved Evanston institution.
Dream About Tea is an authentic Chinese tea shop. The ambiance inside is calm and tranquil, and there are tables and comfortable chairs for quiet reading or a gathering with friends. There are a number of unique brews, as well as traditional Chinese favorites. Teapots, kettles, and small gifts are also available for purchase.
