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Backlot Coffee

★★★★½ 4.8/5 (100 reviews)
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3982 N Avondale Ave, Chicago, IL 60641 (773) 657-3797 Website
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Reviews (100)

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Sara Riegel
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

This place was our saving grace on the drive from downtown Chicago to Madison. There was a line out the door due to a big group, but they offered to let us jump in front which was so kind. Awesome coffee (get the lavender latte) and loved their breakfast scone as well - just what we were looking for. Staff was super nice! So glad we found it.

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Matthew Henderson
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

The Chai Tea latte here was amazing. My wife enjoyed her Vanilla Latte as well.

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Caleb J Forsythe
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Delicious cute shop in a busy overpass neighborhood.

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MannyM M
★★★☆☆ Jan 20, 1970

I think when you have someone that serves you it is great to see them face them smile and face how they serve you when they serve you to make you feel warm If you don't see smile it feels like a cold place But they have a great coffee great pastry thank you guys

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Odo N
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

This place is my go to coffee shop! My oatmeal cookie latte (hot or cold) is my favorite. The green tea matcha and cappuccino is good. I like the donuts, parfaits and croissant. They have lovely special drinks. A pleasant plus, they have lovely plants within the shop. The staff are always very nice!!!

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MEL SANCHEZ
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Just a great lil coffee shop with a good team behind the counter. They also have dorite donuts and baked goods

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Christopher Martin-Givens
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Great local spot, always quick even on busy mornings. Coffee is high quality but the staff is not pretentious about it (unless you want to get into it). They're all super friendly and know and care about their regulars.

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James Dumitru
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Awesome place for a relaxing time to read and drink some coffee or tea. Love the plants!

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Chris B
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Amazing coffee and great service

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Jaagrit
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Lovely little coffee shop and can grab some breakfast croissants as well

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Brittany
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

We used to live across the street and came here multiple times a week. We miss it greatly and still try to come back to visit when we can. Great coffee. Yummy donuts. Friendly staff.

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Sebastian R Gonzalez
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Staff is wonderful, they truly get to know you, and remember your drink. They are a 5min walk from my apartment, so it’s an always go to spot for my wife and I. This place is just too perfect.

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James O'Shea
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Backlot is a neighborhood gem. The space is maximized fir use and the service always friendly. Our daugthers love stopping by here on the weekends.

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K Kniewel
★★★★☆ Jan 20, 1970

Coffee and tea selection are excellent. My big disappointment is with the seating which is industrial, uncomfortable, awkward and crowded. This is a pick up and go sort of place, not somewhere to sit and enjoy a beverage, conversation or get some work done.

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Ara
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Plenty of parking and seating. Drinks are priced well and taste great! Perfect spiced chai. Looking forward to making this place a regular visit.

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Kevin Flanagan
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Cozy little “backlot” house with a good variety of hot and cold drinks and tasty pastries. There is adequate seating, which was a surprise, because the coffeehouse is pretty small.

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Eduardo Martinez
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Cool little space to sit down and write some notes, read, or just hang out.

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Amy Lee
★★★★☆ Jan 20, 1970

Cute spot right behind the Irving Park Metra line. I got a Oat Caramel Latte and it taste really good! If you’re nearby, check it out!

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Jackson Brooks
★☆☆☆☆ Jan 20, 1970

I had come here a few times because of its location and was never impressed. But the last time, the prices had gone up considerably, my coffee was more mediocre than usual, and the quiche was downright disgusting. Will not be back.

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Anna Kozak
★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Love this place!! My oat milk flat white was so creamy and delicious.