Anthony Vezza (avezza)

This is one of those few, dynamic spots that offers delicious drinks as well as a communal atmosphere. Not once I've been here during After Hours that anything went awry. The bartenders curate a comfortable evening with thoughtful engagement. I've really gotten know to them because of their amiable and homey attitudes. My favorite drink is their signature Espresso Martini (as basic as that sounds, it's a really balanced bev). I recommend anyone in the neighborhood or the surrounding area that want a chill, fun vibe to come here during the day or the weekend nights.

Maria Victoria Villamizar Díaz

An amazing and peaceful place to hang out with friends. They serve the best matcha latte I've ever had; it's definitely a place I go to every day.

Ted Williams

I really love this coffee. Peter is incredibly kind and really knows coffee! The best tasting latte I’ve ever had? Well, I think it just might be.

Maria Garber

I love stopping by the Elm for a good latte and a space to read or hang out with a friend. Community is important to the Roastery and I can always tell that people are happy to be there!

Joe Stark

Elm Roastery is a great café in Elmhurst! Their coffee is excellent, and the chicken chili toast is really delicious. The service is outstanding—Andrew the barista was very helpful and friendly, which made my visit even better. Highly recommend this spot!

Latin Impulse Magazine

Aug 19, 2025, This place is a gem. The service was great as well as the coffee I had and the pastries, cream puffs & cookie butter.The place is very clean as well as its bathroom. I will return in the future. I even purchased, Sumatra Gayo Mountain coffee from Indonesia. The staff very friendly and helpful.

+6

Grace H.

Elm Roastery is hands down one of the best cafe’s I’ve ever visited👌🏾 the ambience, the food, the staff are all excellent! My husband and I went to check them out after attending New Life Fellowship in Elmhurst. I highly recommend coming on an empty stomach because their food is delicious 🙌🏾. Their empanadas are my absolute favorite: warm, crispy and tender…Today I ordered 3 to go so I could enjoy them again at home 😂 I also recommend their Avocado Toast with scrambled eggs and a side of Lox 👏🏾 10/10✨

+5

Enzo Tan

Elm Roastery is a fantastic spot with a lot to offer! This spacious cafe has a wide selection of drinks and pastries, including unique seasonal items like their delicious ube-themed cakes and drinks. The bathrooms are clean, and there's even more seating available towards the back. If you're in the area, definitely try their coffee – it's excellent! Today marks their 2nd year anniversary, and they even celebrated by giving away coffee beans.

+1

Albert Husmillo

My go-to coffee shop when i’m in the area.I love the vibe of this place, as it feels like you’re actually in the city. I really love the interiors and it’s pretty spacious. Nice staff and they make really good lattes and matcha as well. Pastries and baked goods are always good and fresh. Highly recommend this place. Can’t wait to go back.

Sean Kim

Cozy and inviting atmosphere with friendly baristas, free lemon water, and free Wi-Fi, making it a great spot to get work done. Takes all form of payments. Public restrooms are available, and I appreciate the small details like card games for socializing. I asked the barista for a sweet drink recommendation and went with the iced strawberry matcha with added syrup, which was a good choice for someone like me who doesn’t usually spend much on or know a lot about different drinks. As a craft coffee café, prices are a bit higher as expected but still competitive with similar businesses. Overall, it felt like a local treat to be there. I visited with a colleague and spent a few hours chatting over drinks. If you’re in the area and looking for good coffee or drinks, definitely check it out!

+3

Susan Thomas

Elm Roastery is amazing!! The coffee was delicious, specially the pour over (not pictured here) and the cortado. The teddy bear financier was perfectly sweetened and delicious. The service was excellent, the baristas were knowledgeable and kind! The ambience of the place was also welcoming! There were fun party card games. There was also a surprising amount of seating, conducive for work/study. Also, the bathroom was so clean and well decorated! Overall, great experience! 10/10!

+9

Normally I love this place however lately the latte art has been lazier. I ordered a cookie butter latte which I have ordered multiple times before and was excited to take a cute picture of my drink however it looked like cookie crumbles were dumped all over the top of the drink. I would understand if it was a busy morning or there was a line behind me however there was no one else on line when I ordered. I know this is not their standard as I have been here multiple times in the past. This also is not the first time this happened but the previous time I attributed it to coming at a later time and close to closing time.

This is my first time in this cafe and I’ve heard good things about it so I wanted to try and see for myself. Sadly, I ordered their iced strawberry matcha and I was extremely disappointed. Not only was it expensive for its price 7$ + additional for the oatmilk BUT I didn’t taste any hint of strawberry AT ALL. Sure you can taste the matcha but the strawberry? Non existent. I don’t know if its the same for their coffees but I’ve had better matchas and sadly might not be going back here anymore.

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It's a shame the staff member here was spreading rumors about the customers, because the other staff was really a great barista and the latte here is otherwise really good. The bad taste in my mouth of hearing misinformation being shared about me while trying to get some work done here was enough for me to warn others not to support this place. My only kink is karma for the record. Spread facts and love, or espresso instead of half baked rumors. Tell the staff here not to talk down on their customers, or at least do so in private .. I would hate for someone else to have to go through the experience the staff member here put me through. The poor barista who poured a quality latte stood confused and it's a shame they don't get a five star review because their coworker has no respect.

Jimbo 10

We often go to this place. But lately, every time we visit, the staff has been terrible. Like this morning, when we asked for cutlery for three (THREE!!)plates of croissants, the staff only gave us one pair. I know this isn't a big deal for some people. But for us, it's a big deal! Just asking, "How many cutlery pieces do you need won't ruin your day, right? Come on!" I haven't expected your friendliness at the ordering desk in a long time! But please be nice when people ask for what they need at your cafe!