Backlot Coffee

Well organized so the wait wasn't bad even though it was busy. Great coffee, and the vegan scone was amazing!

One of my favorite coffee shops around. They are very nice and have a beautiful space right in Evanston. Their house coffee is delicious and is usually what I order to go when visiting. Their prices are a bit high for what I would like, but their business is booming and others are willing to pay so I guess it's justified. I do enjoy their pastries along with the coffee so it's a nicely curated menu of options to choose from.

Super good cold brew. This coffee shop has space for those coming to do work, but also invites the gathering of friends and family to socialize.

My first time at Backlot, and I will definitely be coming back. I ordered an iced mocha, veggie burrito, and chocolate banana bread. Everything was delicious and fresh.

Great spot! Self-roasted beans, amazing baristas and service, tasty nosh!

I visited months ago for the first time (before indoor seating was available) and it was an ok experience, but I’ve visited 3-4 times in the last few weeks and have been very pleased with my experiences. I love the burrito. Great latte, London fog (can be made with or without syrup), matcha, and they’re very friendly with kids whom I’ve had to bring along a couple of those times as I was running an errand in the area.

Edit: this has become one of my favorite local coffee shops in the last one year since we started frequenting! Consistently good even on crazy busy days. Keep up the good work 🙏🏻

Backlot Coffee, both locations are consistently good on drip and espresso drinks. They roast locally and do a fine job too. Their baked goods could/should be seated into the excellent category and are offered in grand variety. Since I'm not much of a bread/baked goods eater we'll have to ask my teenaged son who offers 2 thumbs up and a hearty "Mmmfff Gobble Munch". Nice array of teas are also available hot or iced. Good management shines through.

Amazing coffee and their vegan donuts are so good. And super friendly service

Flying Squirrel beans are the best coffee you can grind at home. They're not even the tastiest that Backlot roasts, tbh, but they're the best for all coffee drinking occasions, which for me is pretty much all day every day.

Tabletop is their tastiest, but it doesn't go with everything like Flying Squirrel does.

Good vibes. Try the vanilla scones.

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