Loba Pastry + Coffee

Good coffee, and the pastries looked good but I did not try. However there's no public restroom, which is unreasonable if you're allowing for 6-ish people to comfortably stay at a time. To me, it's not worth coming back to if you want to work on your laptop.

Later Edit: came back to try the pastries and baked good, which are definitely worth coming back for!

My first time there, I was surprised by the emptiness--only one customer, the barista hidden in the back and a tiny pastry selection. When asking for a suggestion for coffee, the barista responded with "So, our menu is pretty straight forward" and pointed to it. When I ordered a coffee, she said they were out and would have to make a batch without apology (not a huge deal to wait but no coffee made at a coffee shop?) It was good but nothing special.

Great coffee and pastries, definitely one of Lakeview's more hidden gems. The seating is pretty limited, but it's worth stopping by if you're in the area. Make sure to plan on going early, since they close at 3 on weekdays.

I love this place! Best pastries in Chicago. Love the staff, super friendly. Love the wolf spice latte. 10x better than a PSL.

The only complaint is that the lattes or steamed milk is only a smidge hotter than luke warm. I dunno if it’s the machine, but it is the only thing wrong. But the pastries make up for it!!!

Been coming here for nearly 2 years and each experience is wonderful. The food is uniquely delicious, the coffee is perfection, and the staff are just as warm and inviting! Please be respectful of their COVID precautions and order online ahead of time. Support local!

I love this place, but it is a bit pricey. Also, their large coffee is small in comparison to other places and the iced coffee is even less. But, with all of that being said they're very nice people and they make tasty coffee. :)

Conveniently found this place on the map as it was on the way to my destination. However, really like this place for its minimalist feel and good coffee. Had a sourdough muffin and did not regret it. Loved it! Would definitely recommend for a morning stop.

Tried the pineapple muffin & P&J slice, best baked treats I’ve had in a long long time. So nice to find somewhere that doesn’t over sweeten their sweet treats. Very impressed.

I used to live around the corner and still come back for the lattes and baked goods! Val has such a talent, that I always try whatever is new. It's not Sbux - it's a neighborhood shop. Say hello, get a fabulous pastry with your coffee, and enjoy. Mmmmm!

Fantastic independent bakery with great coffee options and friendly service. The pineapple muffin and the wolf spice latte are among my favorites, definately would recommend trying them!