The Wormhole Coffee
Johnny Novo · 683 Google reviewsThe Wormhole Coffee — among the best cafe in Wicker Park. Sleek and intentional, with the aesthetic dialed in. The menu goes beyond what you'd expect. Moises Treviño Garcia: "The croissant was flaky, crispy, but still soft inside" [$, patio]
What 2,100 diners keep saying
What 2,100 diners keep saying
verbatim, from Google
“I really enjoyed my visit to Wormhole this morning. The shop was buzzing. I ordered a Peruvian pour over and it was promptly made, perfect temp, and delicious. The staff were all incredibly kind and friendly. I stayed for a while to work, there were a lot of seats for socializing or reading etc. Overall, Wormhole is a really unique coffee shop if you’re looking for a place that is serious about their craft, laid back, and has a lot of character. I would recommend to anyone and will be back if I find myself in Chicago again.”
“A café with an extremely retro, hippie-inspired interior and so many visual details packed into one space. I did not expect to see such a long line, but there was so much to look at that the 10-minute wait never felt boring. I basically spent the whole time staring at random decorations. The menu is genuinely interesting too. Almost every drink sounds like something you would rarely find at another café, and I wanted to try all of them. From the conversation behind us, it sounded like quite a few people regularly come here to buy their coffee beans as well. Menu at the end. 👉 The Ghostly Trio ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨ ($6.25) A salty-sweet latte, and so good. It was slightly sweeter than I usually prefer, but the savory miso flavor created this addictive sweet-and-salty balance. The coffee itself was good too. The sesame stayed subtle, appearing faintly in the background rather than taking over the entire drink. The flavors were especially noticeable while it was still hot, and the milk foam was beautifully textured. 👉 Cool but Rude ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨ ($6.25) Such an unusual drink. It genuinely tastes like a curry latte. It was also fairly sweet, but still within an enjoyable range. The first sip starts with cinnamon and coffee, while the curry spices linger in your mouth afterward. It sounds strange, but the flavors do not clash at all. Somehow, the espresso, milk, cinnamon, and curry work together surprisingly well. So weird, and I loved it. Definitely worth trying.”
“I got a matcha with black sesame miso syrup and it has to be the best matcha I’ve had in the city so far.”
“This café is quirky in the best way walls adorned with retro memorabilia, robot-like coffee cups, and a casual energy that’s instantly disarming. Behind the fun is serious craft. Their flat white was silky, with a fine layer of crema and a smooth finish. The staff were warm and genuine, making the place feel like a second home rather than a novelty. It’s perfect for a relaxed afternoon stop, quirky brainstorming session, or anyone craving coffee with personality and a friendly buzz that invites more than just caffeine.”
“Such a cool place!!! You are a worm, I still love you! 😊”
“Really cool place to have a great coffee, thanks Kyle for your suggestion.”
“Absolutely adored my experience. I think they should fix or replace the broken couch. What's the point of just telling every customer your couch is broken. I'm sure someone would donate a couch.”
“Just a cool hipster coffee shop with great coffee and cool vibes.”
“A nostalgic coffee shop with amazing coffee and total 80s vibes. Would definitely come back!”
“Super busy on a Sunday afternoon! Be ready to wait for a seat. However, the coffee was absolutely worth the wait. Easily the best coffee I’ve had in Chicago. I had the Ghost something and it was delightful. Holy nostalgia, Batman! Some of the decor goes over my head but it’s clearly curated with love.”
“Fantastic vanilla bean latte that I will be thinking about for a long time! The inside is spacious and quiet with lots of seating comfortable for teleworking, reading, or chatting with friends.”
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