Shanaya Deuschle

When I first visited the establishment, the baristas were so warm and welcoming. They were everything I’d imagine the perfect barista to be. Each one I have met has this particular confidence and hospitality about them. Even though we’ve exchanged little words, their staff has always been kind and patient, and not just to me. To everyone. And I love seeing that. The atmosphere is just like one of those jazzy YouTube music videos of coffee shops that you put on as background noise in your living room while you’re reading a book. It’s a vibe. Straight vibe. In person. I can’t get enough of it. Studying at Cafe Aroma was the absolute bee’s knees. They don’t close until midnight!I’ve also gone there at 6 in the morning, and they were great. Solid business. All of their staff that I’ve met are incredible. Morning and night. I noticed so many regulars after a while. It feels like a community within a community. Elmwood in general has a solid community of people. It just feels like some of the best gather in Cafe Aroma. I wish I could bring this beautiful coffee shop everywhere I go. Everyone deserves to experience that classic coffee shop feeling— that relaxing, jazzy morning sipping espresso while looking at local artwork. Cafe Aroma gives you that and more. I will be back, you’d best believe it.

Alicia

Drove in from the Roc, the Cafe here is quality. Fresh, clean, bold yet not bitter. I really love coffee, it’s always better when I travel abroad and the latte I had here felt like I was outside of the US. It’s very cozy and close knit inside in a warm and welcoming way. It’s very cleanly and despite the crowd my latte was out pretty quickly.

Am

I've redone my review to reflect a recent visit I had here I had a latte and slice of frittata. The two food cases were filled with pastries, frittata, pasta salad, and other things I couldn't see because people were blocking my view. That's okay though because I just wanted some frittata. So if a quick bite to eat is your thing, as was my critique for my last review, you'll find something here. I was served by a wonderful person, we bonded in that small-talk-with-strangers way over having long nails and how I was envious of theirs. They gave me great service and as I had seen here and there while I was at this cafe they provided great service to everyone

John Thomann

Hasn't changed much in the last 20 years and that is okay with me. Such wonderful memories coming here for soccer games in the 2010's. Its new owner has been working there since I can remember, is supremely dedicated and her attention to detail is apparent. She really does love the place and it shows in the decor and service . Staff is always friendly and attentive. And the coffee here is very STRONG indeed. The greatest location in the city for people watching, dog petting, and just good vibes in general. God has blessed this establishment in our beloved Elmwood Village.

Victoria Hyde

Absolutely beautiful inside and out. The atmosphere is THE VIBE of Elmwood village. Please check out the art. It is a magical experience. The staff is over the top amazing. 10 out of 10, recommended!!!

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Scott D

Coffee. Very good. Smooth, but to a fault. Little lacking in area of robustness. Not a ton of flavor but lighter and drinkable. Best (by far, because has anyone ever had it?) cinnamon water. The hot chocolates presentation was great (bonus points for the mini spoon) but half the cup was whipped cream and I wish it wasn’t because it was really good. Really nice people working and they were nice and quick. The seating was a little crammed, still cozy though. And if anyone was wondering there isn’t really an aroma

Susan Wilke

We really liked this coffee shop. Delicious cookies, coffee, & hot chocolate. Plenty of seating, friendly staff, 2 clean single person bathrooms (ask for the key), and comfy atmosphere.

1st time here. Nice atmosphere, new guy on register was very nice and patient. Chai is a little bland but the barista fixed it up for me and it was a lot better. Bagels were good, eggs were a huge portion. Bacon VERY crispy.

David Lazar

Had a great breakfast here with a former coworker. Great atmosphere and the Americano was delicious. BEC was just fine but I would try the quiche next time

J K

Nice little coffee shop. Kind of cramped with tables butted up right next to each other and its very quiet. They have Italian sipping chocolate which is really nice. I love that they have poetry readings.

Debisree Ray

A nice, and cozy cafe. I stopped by for coffee and quick food. The barista was nice, and the coffee was good. We ordered panini sandwiches - they were pre made, and he warmed them up for us. It was decent. Altogether to my experience it was decent, nothing over the top or fancy.

+1

Alexandra L.R.

This place looks super vibey from the outside, but once you’re in, the energy is a little different. Staff felt kind of cold and robotic, like they were just going through the motions. You need a giant, ridiculously heavy key just to use the bathroom - not kidding, a 2 kg keychain (but maybe there is a reason..) Coffee was good, sandwich not bad.

Ahmad N

Overpriced, extremely busy and takes ages to get you the simplest of orders. I think the only reason it remains in business is due to the uni students that come to it because of the atmosphere. We asked for our drinks in a mug - they gave us half of them in a mug and the other half in a to-go cup. We asked them to toast our croissant, and they burnt it to a crisp.