Etheria Cafe - Chicago, IL

Flor M.

Excelente, recomendado 100% muy limpio y agradable lugar!

Archana S.

We hosted our daughter’s 3rd birthday party here over the weekend and couldn’t recommend the experience more! We had nearly 40 adults and 24 kids and everyone had a great time. The food set up was quick & efficient, the play space was enjoyed by kids 18 months to 8 years old, the cafe was great for parents to enjoy coffee, and though we did decorate a bit to our theme we didn’t need to do much! Several guests inquired about availability to host their own kids birthdays here. One of the things we loved most is how sustainable everything was - cloth napkins, reusable plates, & reusable tumblers. We realized we had received less pizzas than we ordered and the staff quickly and graciously mobilized to rectify the issue. All in all, really pleased with the experience and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend or book again.

Sara C. B.

Perfect place for kids on a winter day. Good coffee and pasteries! The staff is so nice. Prices are reasonable and the kids have a blast! Make a play time reservation in advance.

Victoria W.

This review is strictly about the service I received today. I've taken my child here many times and we've loved it previously. However today, there was a new employee who was incredibly rude. Medium height, dark hair in a bun, and was wearing a blue sweatshirt. When we walked in, this young woman rudely scolded me for not making an online reservation (we've been enough times to know it's typically slow on Thursday afternoons). As I tried to explain this, (and apologize for any inconvenience) she cut me off and would not let me speak as she continued to berate me in front of my child and another customer. I then ordered a drink, which she didn't make for about 15 minutes. When I finally got my coffee in the orange cups that *have always been* allowed within the play space, she walks in and says drinks aren't allowed. I kindly explained that in previous visits, I've asked and been told by staff that the cups they provide with lids are in fact allowed and have been allowed every other time I've been here. I then asked if there was a new rule, she wouldn't respond except to berate me about how it's not allowed. I should also add that there were 3 other empty cups just the same in the play space from other customers who had left prior to us arriving. This employee was incredibly rude, disrespectful, and just not a good fit for this usually wonderful establishment. Honestly I hope someone reaches out to me because I would hate to see this woman ruin others days with her horrid attitude and honestly I don't think she should be employed at an establishment with children present. Or at the very least be re-trained in service, and the rules of the establishment.

Walter T.

Really good food, friendly service, and novel indoor play space (with kids’ party room available to rent weekend afternoons.) The breakfast sandwiches were so delicious we devoured them before I could take a picture. Only one employee was handling everything the Sunday morning we visited, but she kept things moving with pleasant professionalism. Light-filled and tastefully decorated corner space complete with a little aquarium. You can bring drinks into the play space, which is otherwise walled off from the main cafe area.

As a special bonus, one of our coffees came in an American Science & Surplus mug. That unique store is a longtime family favorite of ours, and earns Etheria extra nerd cred! 😄

Jackie A. G. (. P. M.

What a fantastic option to take kids to play. $5 for open play then they serve food and drinks as well! Great place for a rainy day and it wasn't even overly crowded!

Alicia A.

Weekends are very busy early in the day, but everyone works so efficiently- I never had a long wait. We tend to make it just before closing during the week which is a bit less crowded and my son can really get that last bit of energy out- thank you for this! Cappuccinos are good 🤤.Very grateful this place was able to re-open their doors. All the employees and owners have been very friendly and consistently offer great customer service.

Kyle K.

I'm happy to have such a wonderful neighborhood coffee shop! The coffee & food is well made and the child play place seems very popular.