Intelligentsia Coffee is one of The 15 Best Places for Espresso in Chicago.

1. Intelligentsia Coffee

9.1
53 E Randolph St (btwn Wabash Ave & Garland Ct), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · The Loop · 316 tips and reviews

Stephen L.Stephen Luo: Espresso is awesome and amazing, probably the best coffee shop you will find in downtown Chicago.

Dalton S.Dalton Spear: Lattes out of this world, best iced chai in Chicago

MargaretMargaret: The vanilla latte was incredibly smooth and enlightening - a must try! I will def be back :)

Sawada Coffee is one of The 15 Best Places for Espresso in Chicago.

2. Sawada Coffee

9.2
112 N Green St, Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · West Town · 64 tips and reviews

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: Try the military latte, which is a unique combo of matcha green tea, espresso and a little cocoa. It isn't sweet, but it's creamy and flavorful. As you can see, the owner truly is a latte art master.

Taylor H.Taylor Hartzel: Love the military latte! The matcha is absolutely incredible

TanTan: One of my favorite places to have Matcha latte, and Military latte! And the Matcha brownie, omg! Love it! Great staff too!!

The Wormhole Coffee is one of The 15 Best Places for Espresso in Chicago.

3. The Wormhole Coffee

9.1
1462 N Milwaukee Ave (at N Honore St), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Wicker Park · 250 tips and reviews

Lucas R.Lucas Repullo: Delicious Iced Coffee, Aeropress and Espresso in one of the coolest coffee shops in Chicago.

Alex D.Alex Dobyan: Great espresso, incredibly dope decor. Take note, it was packed.

Steph T.Steph Taylor: This places has a great, super chill vibe. The Honey Bear latte is one of my favorites.

La Colombe Torrefaction is one of The 15 Best Places for Espresso in Chicago.

4. La Colombe Torrefaction

8.9
955 W Randolph St (at Morgan St), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · West Town · 99 tips and reviews

J C.J C: Great place. Fantastic espresso!!!

Nancy B.Nancy Beale: Cappuccino with whole milk = perfection. No one else in Chicago makes it as well as they do!!

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: Small spot but usually a few tables. They keep it simple here, and it works. I recommend the latte for here - comes in a ceramic mug and feels like home.

Intelligentsia Coffee is one of The 15 Best Places for Espresso in Chicago.

5. Intelligentsia Coffee

9.1
3123 N Broadway St (at W Barry Ave), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Lake View East · 112 tips and reviews

sara m.sara mcguyer: The black cat espresso is top notch. Plus, even if you get your cup to go you get fancy latte art. Ooh la la.

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: "Back home where it all started in 1995, baristas keep it real with brisk service, perfect cappuccinos and meticulous cups of pour-over." Read more.

Art'n S.Art'n Studio: Ethiopian Espresso is definitely the best choice to try!

Dark Matter Coffee (Star Lounge Coffee Bar) is one of The 15 Best Places for Espresso in Chicago.

6. Dark Matter Coffee (Star Lounge Coffee Bar)

9.1
2521 W Chicago Ave (btwn Campbell Ave & Rockwell St), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · West Town · 97 tips and reviews

Diana R.Diana Rossman: The mayan mocha is amazing for an extra kick :-)

RachelRachel: best espresso around & personal,fabulous service! awesome, eclectic music always.

Diana R.Diana Reyes: The Mayan Mocha was delicious. I'm not a fan of mixing flavors (sweet & spicy don't go together in my book) but I'm really glad I tried it. Seating is tight, so hopefully you really like other people.

Big Shoulders Coffee is one of The 15 Best Places for Espresso in Chicago.

7. Big Shoulders Coffee

8.2
1105 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · 80 tips and reviews

Michelle H.Michelle Haidet: Try the marshmallow latte! Love the minimalistic decor & bus tracker inside, great idea.

Ben C.Ben Chapman: Fast service, freshly roasted coffee, marshmallow latte, and friendly staff!

Michael L.Michael Lang: Their marshmallow latte is very unique, in terms of having the roasted marshmallow on. Paired with their rich coffee makes for a very yummy latte. Give it a try!!

The Coffee Studio is one of The 15 Best Places for Espresso in Chicago.

8. The Coffee Studio

9.0
5628 N Clark St (at Olive Ave), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Edgewater · 77 tips and reviews

Tina C.Tina C: Amazing espresso done the right way! Forget those push-button machines at big chain stores. As a former barista, I noticed they timed espresso shots by eye (presumably watching the colors)! Best ever! Read more.

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: The quiche selection, featuring a wild mushroom pie and the vegan desserts are a draw and the smooth shots of espresso and midcentury-modern design that make this the sexiest coffee shop on the block.

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: The quiche selection, featuring a wild mushroom pie and the vegan desserts are a draw and the smooth shots of espresso and midcentury-modern design that make this the sexiest coffee shop on the block. Read more.

Caffe Streets is one of The 15 Best Places for Espresso in Chicago.

9. Caffe Streets

8.7
1750 W Division St (btwn Wood St. & Hermitage Ave.), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Wicker Park · 69 tips and reviews

ankur t.ankur thakkar: The best cortado in the city.

ChristopherChristopher: Iced monkey lattes are the perfect summer indulgence

Christine N.Christine Nolan: Cafe mocha is bomb!

Gaslight Coffee Roasters is one of The 15 Best Places for Espresso in Chicago.

10. Gaslight Coffee Roasters

8.8
2385 N Milwaukee Ave (at W Fullerton Ave), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Logan Square · 89 tips and reviews

Tony H.Tony Ham: They make great espresso drinks here. The cortado is my favorite. Try the pop tarts if they have them.

Hillman P.Hillman Philistia: Espresso, almond croissant, well roasted affordable coffee beans

Jen M.Jen Marquez Ginn: Lattes are to die for. Easily my favorite coffee shop in the city. You can choose a non-dairy milk option at no extra cost. They've also got almond milk, which I tend not to see as often.

Jackalope Coffee & Tea is one of The 15 Best Places for Espresso in Chicago.

11. Jackalope Coffee & Tea

9.1
755 W 32nd St (at S Halsted St), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Bridgeport · 30 tips and reviews

Michelle F.Michelle Fierro: Bacon Buns, bacon mocha, Mini pumpkin pie and paczki! Yummylicios!

VeezworldVeezworld: Jackalope carries Puffs of Doom! I love the savory varieties (Chicken Jalapeno Popper, Vegan Potato Curry) but their sweet puffs are also delish. Grab a Nutella latte to start your day!

Rosalie T.Rosalie Trovato: Best Avacado & turkey I've had. Great latte

Portage Grounds is one of The 15 Best Places for Espresso in Chicago.

12. Portage Grounds

9.0
5501 W Irving Park Rd (at N Linder Ave), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Portage Park · 30 tips and reviews

Elizabeth W.Elizabeth Wypasek: Amazing coconut flavored latte

VV: It is small,quiet but cozy and adorable place. Their raspberry white chocolate mocha, mango and strawberry/banana smoothy is very delicious. Service is very nice.

WillWill: Can't go wrong with a coconut latte. Incredibly smooth.

Dollop Coffee & Tea is one of The 15 Best Places for Espresso in Chicago.

13. Dollop Coffee & Tea

8.2
345 E Ohio St (at N McClurg Ct.), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Streeterville · 81 tips and reviews

Amy J.Amy Jahr: Try one of their flavorful lattes like the honey cinnamon! Devine!

Scott KleinbergScott Kleinberg: Great coffee. Try the iced latte and grab a seat on one of the comfy chairs or couches.

Nauman N.Nauman Noor: Great lattes even the fat free ones. Wifi is reasonably fast though make sure your laptop's battery has sufficient charge prior to coming

La Colombe Torrefaction is one of The 15 Best Places for Espresso in Chicago.

14. La Colombe Torrefaction

8.5
1552 N Damen Ave (at W Pierce Ave), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Wicker Park · 43 tips and reviews

Samantha R.Samantha Rangel: Beyond the delicious espresso and sweetie treats, the vibe in here is just right. Cozy and relaxing with all beverages plated on gorgeous ceramic I'd want in my own house.

Cristina D.Cristina Dordas: I love espresso coffee and must say that this is one of the best places in Chicago to get a good one

Sarah W.Sarah Waller: Love the Draft Latte for ice coffee and the Earl Grey with Lavender tea. Regular latte is not too bad either. :)

Ipsento 606 is one of The 15 Best Places for Espresso in Chicago.

15. Ipsento 606

9.3
1813 N Milwaukee Ave (Leavitt), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · Bucktown · 36 tips and reviews

Aaron C.Aaron Cruz: Second location, recently opened in The 606 offers an expansive, wide open shop and atmosphere with the usual delicious lattes. Great service as they kept making my latte until it was just right.

John M.John Morgan: The cortado is amazing. Unlike other coffee shops Ipsento's cortado has three shots of espresso 😳

Spencer P.Spencer Petersen: Amazing ipsento latte