Brew Coffee Lab

TeenaSanFran SanFran

3 years ago

Quick and yummy eats! Very professional setup. Accommodated my food sensitivities with a great recommendation of their herbal Honey Milk Ginger Tea. Love it! Had the white mocha Oreo croffle.. (croissant waffle) O M G! So good! Great spot that has limited parking and takes credit cards. Definite recommend. TIP: transit station with limited public seating. Great for takeout, no dine in.

Mark Bureros

11 months ago

I got the Ubechata Latte last time and got the Banana Chai Latte this time. Both are really sweet, really good if you’re into sweets. Japi stayed open for us as last customers 20 mins after closing. Super nice gesture! Really appreciated it.

Paul Verrilli

year ago

Can't say enough great things about this place! Tried them on my almost week long trip to Chicago to visit my girlfriend's family and I loved their coffee so much I went every day. All the drinks had the perfect amount of flavor, sweetness, and punch from the coffee. They were very balanced. I was so impressed I tried a different drink each day to see if maybe they had one really good flavor and the others didn't hold up, but I was pleasantly proved wrong. I even enjoyed the breakfast sandwich and "Croffle" which was basically a Croissant pressed in a waffle maker with a choice of various signature flavors and toppings. If I lived in the area, they would be a go to spot for me and I will certainly recommend them to anyone as well as patron them again next time I'm in the area. The following are ratings and notes of my preferences: Beverages 10/10 Ube Latte - great ube flavor and perfect punch of coffee. My personal favorite beverage I had. Got it the first and last day of my visit 9/10 The Mitski - Perfectly subtly Lavender flavor with a well-balanced Chai flavor and perfect punch of espresso 8.7/10 - 93' Bronco - Sounds weird, Orange Juice topped with Espresso, but it really works people. Great citrus notes, the right sweetness from the juice and potency of the espresso. A smidge bitter from the citrus and espresso, but a suprisingly stellar beverage overall! 8.5/10 Chocolate Churro Latte- Great chocolate flavor, nice cinnamon notes, and perfect punch of espresso as always. I didn't get the churro feel I expected and the spiced bit of the chocolate I'm not sure my palate recognized, but overall fantastic drink 8/10 Honeymilk - Wonderful Honey flavor, great cinnamon notes and without fail the right potency of espresso. This one I found was my least favorite just because it took longer for me to enjoy fully due to the sweetness of the Honey. Food 9.5/10 - Croffle I think was like a maple and nut one great flaky and buttery Croissant paired with a light crisp

Illinois Reviewer 67

5 months ago

Every worker has been wonderful and kind. I often ask for water because I'd be running or it'd be a hot day and they always comply and help me out. Their other drinks are pretty good, a bit pricey, but worth it if you're waiting for the train. I haven't tried their foods but it always looks good and I always see people trying it out. It unfortunately is at Des Plaines train station, so the atmosphere is not the best, but thats outside of their control. I always feel safe when I'm around this spot.

Nathalie Betancourt

4 months ago

Found this little gem! ✨ I ordered a 12oz latte with sugar-free vanilla and an extra shot of espresso (I love my lattes with two shots), and it was so good — perfectly balanced and comforting. Even though it’s sugar-free, the vanilla still tastes pleasantly sweet. My boyfriend got a cortado, and it was great too. Not sweetened, but a solid, classic choice. I really appreciate a good latte that doesn’t just taste like milk, and this one delivered. I can tell they use quality coffee and perfectly extracted espresso. The space itself was nice and inviting as well. Definitely keeping this place in mind whenever I’m in Des Plaines and need a pick-me-up.

Ali Quadri

11 months ago

Great coffee, strong and tasty! I had the pistachio donut latte and they were able to make it iced which on a hot day was perfect. The croffle was also good and first time trying something like that. Def would visit again. Great folks and service. It's located inside the train station which is downside, they should have a dedicated store so it can be enjoyed more thoroughly.

Michelle Singapori

month ago

To say I have an addiction to the hot ube latte is an understatement….I would love an IV drip with it! Seriously, the best coffee and consistency in a drink that I have ever experienced! Go, you will not be disappointed!

Monika Wasshausen

5 months ago

Wow what a hidden gem! Came in from the city on a cold morning in between a few errands and was PLEASANTLY surprised. Don’t be fooled by the fact that it’s in a Metro station, the drinks and food here are so good at amazing prices. I had “The Meg” sandwich and was blown away by the quality of the sandwich and the price. Definitely worth stopping in to grab a bit to eat and a coffee (I had the Uber latte, also v good).

Safoora Salman

5 months ago

I’ve tried a few coffee places, but this one remains a favorite. Especially for its price point, Brew always gives decent portions/sizes and quality that you can actually taste. I’m picky with my coffees and matchas, but I’ve yet to be disappointed by a drink from Brew. + their staff is always so kind. they make sure your drink is to your liking at that they can serve as quick as possible!

CLH

4 months ago

Brew Coffee Lab has become one of my favorite spots to get coffee when I land at O'Hare Chicago. It is located in the Metra train station in downtown Des Plaines. They have a variety of drink and food options. I have tried several items and I am always pleasantly surprised with their menu. This time we got the caramel praline latte, brown sugar dolce latte, and a cinnamon and sugar croffle. It was hot and delicious!! My only issue is not with the shop, but the parking. We usually have to find street parking across the street and walk over. Not a deal breaker for such good coffee and food. Highly recommend for coffee lovers!!