Reviews of Big Shoulders Coffee River North (Coffee Shop)

Jeffrey Stahler

If you want the coffee you've ever had look no further. It's also cheaper than Starbucks and single sourced and roasted to perfection by Big Shoulders. Support Chicago businesses and go here.

Keith K

Fresh apple fritter and coffee served by friendly staff

possumking

Nice coffee shop with just coffee and coffee based drinks.

Gaile Jackson

Have not been there yet but i am still going

Shelley Oswald

Coffee was average, but service was below average. The girl working when myself and two others came in was not friendly. Felt like we were bothering her by coming in and ordering.

Allison Ferguson

Good, but very basic coffee menu. I went here for the first time to catch up with friend and they were "out" of their signature marshmallow latte at 7:30am. We were both pretty disappointed as we were excited to try it. However, the plain latte I ordered instead was good and we enjoyed their outdoor bar seating.

Laura D

Great coffee, quick and courteous service. Not a place to hang around for long (small, though they have several stools and a window bar ledge) but great place to get a coffee to go.

Chelsie Evangelista

The girl working was having issues with the quality of the milk. She went and got new milk, and remade the whole drink because it wasn't up to standard, which was very appreciated. Being in the coffee business myself, it's always really nice when the person serving you is concerned about the quality of what you're purchasing and consuming without you having to ask or nit pick. The drink was great!

Adnan Baleh

Good coffee and service.

Nancy Kenyon

Always reliably tasty. Nice people too

Sean L

I've been to pretty much every coffee shop/bar in Chicago and I kept skipping this place but now, I am humbled. Your coffee is tasty. The beans are cheap. They get even cheaper on Fridays (at least for now). The staff is kind at this location and quite knowledgeable. I'm a fan and will bring you new customers!

Emma Lark

Best coffee. Informed baristas, great selection.

Jess Colopy

Small location attached to a restaurant with limited outdoor seating. They still have a full range of beverages and the decor is minimalist but cute. Drinks are a bit strong and have to be stirred often for a consistent flavor.

Aleksandra Dervisevic

The cardamom latte is probably the best tasting drink I’ve ever had in my life. Every time I visit the city I stop at a Big Shoulders to get it. Service is always nice too.

Erica Johns

Chai latte is exquisite. Cool place, friendly staff, great products.

James Taylor

Great Americano's and a nice selection of baked sweets. Definitely a breath of fresh air amongst the Starbucks lined streets.

Emily Gregor

Cool spot, but it has a restaurant vibe, so if you’re looking for a place to work in this area, I would recommend somewhere else.

Julie Fine

Went here after a workout in river north, waited for ten minutes before anyone even ever came to the counter to take our order. By the time some girl came to take our we were annoyed and left. I get it - you’re attached to a restaurant, but have a staff member at your coffee bar. Never going back.