A North Shore favorite since 1938, Bennison’s Bakery is known for its high-quality baked goods, from European-style pastries and cookies to beautifully custom-decorated cakes. This longtime community staple continues to delight generations with classic recipes and handcrafted treats. Make sure you stop here for coffee cake, donuts, croissants, cookies and so much more! 

Berry Pike Café is a cozy neighborhood spot serving authentic Liège waffles, made-to-order bagel sandwiches, fresh smoothies, and high-quality coffee. With its welcoming atmosphere and community feel, it’s a go-to destination to relax, connect, and enjoy a delicious start to your day.

If you’re looking for a tasty place to bring friends and family, or a place to study with friends, Colectivo should be at the very top of your list. In addition to having an extensive drink menu (complete with an espresso bar, smoothie bar, and more!), there are also many options for breakfast and lunch. Their breakfast sandwiches are particularly delicious and pair well with an iced latte. Colectivo has many seating options (inside and out!) and, on nice days, the baristas will open the large, floor-to-ceiling windows to allow fresh air.

Cupitol is an all-day, elevated cafe that incorporates European style into the cuisine, atmosphere and beverage program. Stop in for a latte, cortado or try their special Freddo Cappuccino of Freddo Latte!

Mr. Cachito Bakery & Coffee is a vibrant, family-owned Venezuelan bakery and café bringing a unique taste of Latin America to downtown Evanston. Known for its signature cachitos—soft, crescent-shaped pastries filled with savory ingredients like ham and cheese—the bakery also offers a variety of fresh pastries, desserts, and specialty coffee drinks. With its cozy atmosphere and welcoming feel, it’s the perfect spot to grab a quick bite, enjoy a relaxed breakfast, or experience something a little different in the local food scene.

Looking for a sleek, modern place to grab a cup of artfully-crafted joe? Newport Coffee House delivers the highest quality coffee through elegantly designed spaces and processes. Grab a latte, matcha latte, cappuccino, iced beverage and don't forget to add a pastry! Some of the favorites include a Swedish knot, cardamom bun, chocolate croissant and more!

Paris Baguette is a bright, welcoming café offering a wide variety of freshly baked pastries—from buttery croissants to delicate, flaky treats—perfectly paired with seasonal beverages. Sip into spring with limited-time drinks like Nutella® creations and refreshing mint lemonades, adding a sweet twist to every visit.

Transport yourself to Paris when you get coffee and a pastry at Patisserie Coralie! This boutique coffee shop and French bakery has plenty of yummy goods to satiate your sweet tooth, in addition to a few savory items that make an amazing lunch. From classic croissants to quiches to macarons and more, you'll find something to fill you up!

A little taste of California, located right on Davis Street, is sometimes all you need! Although Philz doesn't have a traditional espresso bar, they have coffee creations for everyone. You might want to try a hot tiramisu, iced coffee rose, hot cashew cocoa, a philtered soul coffee, or honey haze among many others! Plus, they offer a variety of pastries and breakfast burritos.

Enjoy large, vaulted ceilings, plenty of table space, and an efficient staff makes it a great place for both studying and stopping in to quickly grab a coffee.