Boutique Beans

Stopped by a new coffee shop in Wicker Park today, on behest of a friend who raved about it so much we just had to check it out for ourselves.  The name:  Buzz: Killer Espresso.  The verdict: Delicious.


Buzz is located on Damen just north of North Ave in Chicago's Wicker Park.  Careful though, as it is nestled into the trees and you can easily pass it if you're not looking for it on the west side of the street.  They place has a cute little outdoor seating area, three bar seats inside and a cute back room.  The decor is simple, elegant, and clean, which means it's a very inviting place and one where you realize that there are no frills needed to enhance the coffee you're about to enjoy.  The coffee speaks for itself.


And it does.  Forget Starbucks, this is boutique coffee, coffee that is meant to be enjoyed, experienced, and unique.  It is not cookie cutter coffee needing to be perfected from one store to the next across the entirety of the nation.  This is local coffee brewed specifically for the day and your personal enjoyment.  And the quality is amazing.  Plus, even better, the prices include tax, so everything is rounded to the $1.00 or $.50 mark which makes it easy for carrying change.


But be forewarned, they do only take cash.  Be sure you have some handy.  Two 12 oz lattes (one with soy) cost $7.50.  Worth every penny??  Absolutely!  They were refreshing and exquisite.  


5 Stars.  Hands down.  And extra bonus points for their cute bee-themed coffee cup logo!