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Categories: Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches
Neighborhood: BucktownWestern (Blue O'Hare)
Mon-Fri. 6:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sat. 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sun. 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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I look forward to my midweek day off just so I can go into Ipsento, get a fabulous cup of coffee (the in house roaster is serious business!) and settle into a comfy chair and read.
Yes, there can be a wait at times but perhaps great tasty things are worth the wait? - not to mention they are nice enough to bring it to you when the wait is long. I love the change of pace that doesn't involve a line of Sharpie armed baristas yelling orders. Sometimes it's good to just slow down all around.
Ack. I'm torn between wanting to reward these guys with a good review and wanting to keep this place a secret. The ambiance is just what a coffee shop should be: crappy and/or artsy furniture, good music, art on the walls, and charmingly disheveled baristas. The coffee is tasty, and the staff seems to care about coffee. I bought a bag of beans to brew at home, and I am really pleased.
They only get 4 stars because I really wish they were open an hour later at night. JUST ONE HOUR, GUYS. That would be swell. Also, it can get pretty crowded, especially on the weekends, to the point where it's not a relaxing or enjoyable environment anymore. Bottom line: there aren't enough decent coffee shops in Chicago, so people have to crowd into the good ones.
For me, as an experienced barista, the service is way too slow . . . waaaaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyy toooo slow. I was giving them the benefit of the doubt for a little while, but I've freakin had it. It's nice that the workers like to chat up their friends or regular customers, but it's called multi tasking. And then there is this thing called teamwork and prioritizing. if there is a line, maybe stop doing dishes and help your coworker take care of a customer, or if you are chating with a friend or customer, try working at the same time. I'm not saying the coffee's bad, I'm not saying they aren't friendly, the place is adorable and fine to visit if you are not on your way anywhere or in a hurry.
It's a cute place if time isn't an issue.
Really like the atmosphere and the coffee is good. I like best that their soy milk is not flavored.… Read more »
Just moved to the neighborhood and I'm really excited that this will be my local spot for caffeine and breakfast. Today I had a croissant with cheddar, egg, tomato, and basil. Fantastic! My boyfriend had one with apple, honey and cream cheese and he said it was like a candied apple.
The house coffee is strong in a good way. It was also fairly priced compared to other cafes. The atmosphere is not pretentious, cute vintage decor, and has decent art and music. They politely gave me a to-go cup after I had not managed to finish my large coffee during my breakfast. They have a roaster in the front, so I assume they roast their own beans....interesting. I would recommend you check it out!
I'm so happy Ipsento exists. And it's been made over. Best things about it:
- they carry and sell the Sunday New York Times
- free wifi; not that I ever got there to work, but so nice to know I could
- great coffee
- great decor
- they carry the cure to my hangovers: bold coffee, jalapeno chips and a relaxed vibe
This coffee house is most like the ones I miss so much in southern California. A beatnik-y sort of vibe with low sofas and chairs and colorful art hanging from the walls depicting the faces of Bob Dyan and Keith Richards. The smell of robust coffee filled the small space and hip-ish baristas were at the helm slinging decaffeinated beverages this way and that.
The breakfast sandwich board above the counter caught my eye; each is named after a famous writer. I like. Virginia Woolf, Mark Twain, Ernest Hemmingway. I considered ordering the Twain in hopes that I'd be gifted with flawless prose for at least the rest of the day, but, it was a large mug of coffee that I wanted more than anything else.
Since my kick to the ass drink of choice wasn't on the menu, I went the DIY or more, OIY hammerhead route and ordered a large coffee with a shot of espresso. Under 3 bucks! So-cal reminiscent without the price tag. Yes!
And, judgment time. I am a coffee snob, unfortunately... and man, was this coffee just what I had been craving since I arrived in Chi-town. The coffee was strong and not at all bitter or burnt, and the espresso was a rich, smooth addition.
I will be back!
I must give a big thank you to my fellow Yelpers for making me aware of this place. I read a few reviews and was intrigued by the descriptions of the drinks... a latte with coconut milk and honey! Just reading the reviews made me want to check it out.
Tonight my husband and I decided to give it a try. He got the Ipsento with cayenne, and I got it without. This drink was like nothing I've ever had before... simply AMAZING. I had a sip of it with the cayenne- it definitely added a little extra kick (in a good way). Very smooth and creamy, and the coconut milk and honey just set it apart from the rest. Must go back for more! Oh, and I really want to try the Nutella mocha because that just sounds fantastic :)
And as for the coffeehouse itself, when we got there it was pretty quiet as it was Sunday evening, not too many people there. I could see how it could become a little crowded during a busier time of day, but while we were there it was nice and cozy. Love the art on the walls, and the music that was playing... although that's not the most important factor in a coffee place, it's a plus. I would also have to say that the barista was friendly and knowledgeable.
Overall, very positive experience at Ipsento!
This place really is a gift to the neighborhood. This is now my third review of the place and you can see they just keep getting better. The new ownership has really improved the menu.
New to Ipsento? They have these fabulous raspberry almond croissants. The sweetness goes extremely well with a plain cup of coffee. If you are in the mood to be a little bold, definitely try the dirty chai. It is Chai tea latte with I believe a shot of espresso. Now if they would sell a Vietnamese Coffee, I would be in heaven.
Warning: Crowded on the weekends so expect to wait. :)
I took the baby for a stroll during lunch and I decided to stop into Ipsento. I must admit I haven't… Read more »
As a guy who drinks coffee in every small coffee house he can, I am truly amazed to find such a good brew, and such a great service.
I cannot recommend this place highly enough.
Very inviting neighborhood spot. It's small and the staff is friendly to the point that it feels like they personally know almost everyone that walks in.
I ordered regular black tea. I'm personally not a tea fanatic, but this is so good that it might get me to starting drinking it on a regular basis. Although they don't have a huge menu, everything is prepared fresh and looks/smells wonderful.
Additional perks: free wifi, free coffee on Fridays 6:30am-8:30am, and live music on Thursday evenings.
If you live in the neighborhood, it's the perfect joint to grab a cup of coffee or tea, nibble on a sandwhich, or comfortably surf the web
a-DORE!
adore adore adore!
First, it is gorgeous in here. GOR-geous. Bright colors and mismatched furniture (love!) plus a veritable orgasm of re-purposed wood. Benches made out of old doors, stained-glass windows made into light fixtures, crates made into end tables. Drool. Can y'all come decorate my apartment? K, thanks.
I order the Ipsento coffee drink (a latte with coconut milk and honey). The first immutable law of trying new places is that you always get the drink/food item named after the establishment which you are trying. Write that down, peeps. It's approximately brunch time, so I also grab an H.A. Rey sandwich (croissant with peanut butter, honey, and bananas).
I grab a cutey-patooty green armchair in the back, pull out my reading materials, and settle in. My coffee arrives fairly quickly. Um, it is so pretty! Seriously, the foamy-top part looks like a little heart. Aww! This cup could be on the cover of Coffee Lover's Magazine (should such a digest exist). Swoon! I almost don't want to drink it. Almost.
So... I've been enjoying my coffee for a while sans sandwich. Oh no! Did they forget about little ol' me sitting here quietly in the back? Poop. I wander back to the front to inquire. Turns out, they had forgotten, but they were quite apologetic and brought my food out post-haste. In fact, they offered me a free drink refill to compensate. Now remember, I had the fancy Ipsento coffee drink and a not-so-fancy breakfast sandwich. So basically, they are offering me a free $4 drink to make amends for a $3 sandwich snafu. Hello, holy grail of customer service!
I have been to Ispento several times and I must say that though I may not be especially close or included in the what seems to be a close nit community there, it was quite wonderful to experience this community even as a spectator.
Aside from the environment and the fabulous baristas, the coffee AND sandwiches, names after famous literary authors are equally fabulous.
I agree in saying that I wish it was a bit bigger but really maybe the size makes it as sweet as it is.
So the first time I came to Ipsento, I got my heart broken by a former gf...but that didn't stop me from coming back! It's a cute place, and, since I'm addicted to Americanos of any kind, they're good enough here so I keep buying them. Their smoothies are pretty good too. I'd prefer them a bit creamier, but the fact that they're made with just fruit makes them quite tasty and refreshing. So...yay. I'm a fan...I'll just never bring a date back here again.
Amazing.
I lived in Seattle for 12 years and have been homesick for as many here in chicago. I used to go to Filter for the large open space, but the coffee and food were just so-so. Ipsento has it all, every detail attended to: Great coffee (they roast right there, so the place smells amazing), great food with really really high-quality ingredients, comfortable couches, and (most importantly in my book) they know how to steam milk. The cider is crazy local organic and the chai is sweet with a little heat, but it is the WAY they prepare these things that really reminds me of home. Absolutely the best steamed soy chai I have ever had (and I have had alot and even am a member of Morning Glory's fan site or whatever... not that Ispento uses Morning Glory. I don't know what they use. And right now I am enjoying the mystery.)
OK, specifics: Already mentioned here is the Ipsento. It is a latte with part milk of your choice, part coconut milk, honey, and cayenne pepper. I do not drink lattes. The caffeine wigs me out, makes my heart race. But somehow (and it might be just my enthusiasm about the taste. I LOVE COCONUT MILK), somehow the mix of coconut milk and espresso measures the way the buzz hits my body and I can easily function after a large (with 2 shots instead of the offered 3).
I had the Ernest Hemmingway sandwich along with my first Ipsento (OK WHERE do they get these croissants!!!!???? Absolutely perfect!), It is out of this world: eggs, salmon, capers on the flakiest croissant I've ever tasted, granted I didn't have a large budget when i was in Paris) and I am not ashamed to admit that sitting in their cozy back room working on their free wi-fi I was so reminded of the quality of the coffee shops of the northwest, and then so overwhelmed that I had found a place that surpassed even the best of those, that I really was joyfully overwhelmed and even near tears. Silly to say, but true.
I don't normally write reviews. I don't think I have ever written one. But this place really does it for me right now. I come early to work (nearby) and get this crazy latte, and coasting into work to teach the little 4th and 5th graders how to sing "Iron Man", I couldn't be happier.
This place is adorable. I don't drink coffee so keep that in mind when reading my review. I live right across the street so it's kinda hard not to go in. The 1st time I went in because of a crazy sweet tooth. I got a decadent looking scone. It was oookay, not very sweet and since I had a sweet tooth it didn't help me. The 2nd time my boyfriend & I went to sit down and eat, read, talk, whatever. We were in there no more than 1 minute and turned around. ALL the seats were taken by people chilling on their computers. We went to Vella instead. Yesterday I tried it again....had another sweet tooth and was pleasantly surprised with the sign mentioning additional seating in the back. YAHOO!!! I grabbed a lemon square that was actually sweet.
I just visted this spot for the first time even though it is just a few blocks away. Now I wish I had walked up there sooner! It is really cute and a great place to get some work done. Apparently the new back room opened recently and the decor is perfect! The coffee is AWESOME though the americano is just okay. I had a sandwich and it was very tasty. All in all this will probably be my new favorite place to bunker down and get my grad school work finished!
For some reason, despite this being the closest coffee place to my house, I resisted going here (for an entire year).
Today I finally walked in and had the Ipsento latte, it was fantastic; definitely get the 'pinch of cayenne'.
They were slow today but friendly. If that continues I'll come back to update. Maybe that latte is worth leaving a little early for?
Ipsento is pretty much perfect, that's it. I'm only writing more to fulfill some inner Yelper obligation, but there is no need to read it.
I usually try to build some sort of narrative when I write a review, but in this case I will just make a quick list of the pros and cons of Ipsento:
THE ONE BAD THING ABOUT IPSENTO:
- It is pretty small and a little cramped, but there is always somewhere to sit so shut up
THE MILLIONS OF GOOD THINGS ABOUT IPSENTO:
- Best coffee in the city. They roast their own beans in-store, and mix the best espresso drinks. In a world where "coffee" comes to mean "milk with syrup and whipped cream" more and more by the day, I am endlessly appreciative of this.
- Fantastic staff. No matter how awful my mood is, I always wind up engaging in some light banter with whoever is behind the counter as they do whatever magic-imbued baristas do.
- Good tunes. The staff *usually* plays good music from their ipod, and they claim that they will play vinyl for you if you bring it in. I haven't taken them up on this yet, but I should do that soon. Dusty Springfield, or Brian Eno?
- Great food. The sandwiches are top notch and are prepared quickly. I'll admit I've had one or two egg sandwiches that were too oily, but nothing that would make me lower my score.
The end.
YUM!!! It's always a pleasure to find a brand new coffee place to hang out at, but what gets you four stars is the coffee to back it up. It's very delicious here. Four-and-a-half stars.
NUTELLA MOCHA. It lit up my day, and convinced me with one sip that it was worth the 40 minute bus-combo-El ride here.
But the Americano my friend had was solid, and the Latte that the staff gave us for free (there were so many, because the barista was practicing! now that's awesome) was very very solid. We also splurged on a lemon bar, which was lovely, gooey, and not too sweet -- none of that nasty fake lemon flavor.
Only knock off with the half-star is that there isn't a whole lot of seating. It was fine on my visit, but I can imagine it becoming problematic -- especially when it gets colder and the outside seats are no longer an option.
And the guys who work there are so very sweet. Really nice, funny guys who clearly know their stuff.
When I lived in Bucktown, the only coffee shop within three blocks of my apartment was Crenshaws. Unfortunately, they closed early enough that I rarely made it in. Now that I live in Lincoln Square, the same area is host to Red June (taking the old Crenshaws space), Vella Cafe, Pure Belleza, and Ipsento. Sigh. At least my new (well, not so new anymore) neighborhood has coffee in spades.
Of the new cafes near Western and Armitage, Ipsento has the best coffee. They roast the beans themselves (that roaster isn't just for show). I judge places on their mochas - theirs is a bit too sweet, so I ask them to tone down the chocolate mix - so it's not the best coffee in the city for me, but it's quite good.
The cafe also has a green ethos and friendly baristas who are fun to talk to. Unfortunately, the space is a little cramped, so it's not as inviting as it could be, but it's definitely worth a visit.
WARNING:
Be Prepared To Be Addicted to Ipsento's Signature Drink -- The Ipsento
You may begin to love them solely for their signature twist on a latte: half milk/half coconut milk sweetened with the perfect squeeze of honey.
You may even become an addict of The Ipsento...and then suddenly realize that between the rich, freshly-roasted coffee (they have a small roaster on-site); the tasty and affordable $6-something sandwiches bearing the monikers of famous authors (I recommend the Ernest Hemingway -- lox, cream cheese, capers and a runny egg served on a flaky croissant); combined with the sweet, organically-baked and sometimes vegan bakery treats from Bleeding Heart Bakery (1955 W. Belmont Ave) that this is the perfect hideaway for the food-lover.
But, above all...you WILL come back; I promise you that.
From what I understand, this place is run by the Coffee Ambassadors which I think is pretty cool. According to their website: "We are partnering with nationals to develop coffee cooperatives for local farmers to bring their crop to for processing and then to be sold to coffee roasters, directly linking the consumer to the producer, bypassing other coffee buyers who pay the lowest possible price to the farmers, creating a way for them to live outside the detriments of poverty."
I heard about Ipsento after the Coffee Ambassadors passed out free Ugandan coffee at a 6 day demonstration against the war in Northern Uganda. The coffee I got there was pretty tasty, so I figured I'd check it out.
I ordered the Ipsento (a latte with coconut milk and honey) and found it utterly scrumptious though I wussed out and did not try it "sassy" (with the addition of cayenne pepper). I also ordered a Mark Twain sandwich which was egg, tomato, cheddar and basil on a croissant. I loved that I could get a breakfast sandwich at 8pm, and even more it was freshly made and really hit the spot.
The place itself is pretty small but in a way that I didn't feel awkward sitting around for a lengthy period of time. The staff was really nice and I didn't feel rushed at all.
All and all I was most pleased with my experience at Ipsento. Not only did I feel good supporting their cause, but I also genuinely enjoyed their products!
Ipsento has a cool northwest coffee shop vibe. Old decor, mismatched furniture, a small coffee roaster and hipsters sitting on their apple laptops enjoying coffee.
As soon as you walk in you are greeted by there small roaster. Which is awesome to see, you know that you are getting something fresh beans. Being a warm day I ordered an iced Americano. I took a seat at one of the tables and started flipping through the reader. Within a few minutes the barista brought the drink to the table. Overall it was a solid drink, a very light easy drinking roast.
Ipsento is a cool place with decent coffee and good service. I can see myself going back again.
The new owner has done a great job making this small space warm and welcoming. Tim has put in some antique furniture tables and comfy loveseats and adorned the walls with natural photos and colorful prints. The centerpiece of the cafe is a wonderful Diedrich roaster. All the fruits are organic, and the beans are shipped directly from producers abroad. The baristas are friendly, and there are also a couple of tables outside beneath a tree. I would give five stars, but there is just not enough seating here.
I possibly had the richest mocha ever. It was so chocalately, I hardly noticed the espresso! The drink is made from organic Ghanan cocoa powder, which is also bought directly from the producers. I will have to come back here on a Tuesday to see the beans get roasted and get me some.
Ipsento is a small cafe with so-so food offerings. There are only three tables near outlets, and the… Read more »
When a really awful day can be placated by a cup of coffee, it's an amazing thing. I had another bad day on the job search and needed something to make me at least a little bit happy. A walk to Ipsento and their signature drink (uh, the Ipsento) did the trick. YUM. Glad I took it to go though, this place has incredibly limited seating - I bet it could fit 10 people max (comfortably). Very friendly baristas.
When I need a little pick me up, or a little treat to myself as if to say, "wow, you are an amazing person to quit your job and move cross country for your boyfriends job!" ....I will take a short walk and get my happy coffee fix on. Thank you, Ipsento!
But I'm not bitter....;)
I came across this place on yelp and had to try after reading a description of their Ipsento coffee drink. (coconut milk, honey, and if you ask for with sass you get cayenne pepper!)
The weather was great so I took the ten minute walk from my place. The seating it limited to a few tables out front and a handful of seating inside. However, I am a sucker so small shops so that fits my needs. The play a mix of music including Cold War Kids, Brandi Carlile, and other current names. The staff is really chill, even when you are struggling to decide. (RARE!) I got the Ipsento with soy and the trail mix scone. It was love. They delivered it to my seat as I red the paper. The coffee is sweet with a kick, and is super smooth. The scone is savory and somewhat salty so it was the perfect mix with my drink. I have been back several times since. The Ipsento is also good cold and I am hoping to try one of their sandwiches soon. The only reason I didn't give it five stars is service is somewhat slow and some of the servers are clearly not that personable. But, I still love it more that Hipster raided New Wave.
I am so glad to finally find a home coffee shop that I can go to as a nice escape.
Live around the corner and luv this spot! They recently got new owners and redid the place, and I really like it.
They roast their own coffee!
Luv that the staff is knowledgeable and can really make a great latte. Highly recommend it and can't wait to try their new menu.
OK NEW OWNERS!!!
They really did this place a huge justice too!
I went in for my free Yelp Coffee and the guy behind the counter was really really nice and cool.
He explained the business...they are coffee roasters who travel to the countries and they by their coffee from. They deal with the farmers directly and pay them higher wages. This allows them not only to "give back" but to also have greater supervision on the quality of their coffees. They have a coffee roaster right in the store too. It was really cool. :-)
My decaf latte with soy was really good! Good quality beans indeed!
Oh and they give bags of coffee grounds away for your garden!
They have treats from Bleeding Heart Bakery so you can get a yummy organic and in some cases even vegan sweet to pair with your coffee.
Their food menu looks impressive too and I am already trying to figure out when I will be back so I can start sampling it! The food items are cleverly named after authors and poets and boast sides with your main meal item as well. (Lunch comes with chips, carrots or an apple.) The Emily Dickinson caught my attention with veggies and hummus on naan.
The furniture looked cozzy and the place just really has a great vibe!
A cute place. I am a fan of the coffee shop. The place was a little formal for me but they did have… Read more »
the baristas kind of ignored me until i was finally sandwiched between two groups of regulars. even then, they didn't seem particularly happy to get my simple drip coffee. i understand they don't have time to converse with everyone who walks through the door (and i didn't want to talk to them), but at least acknowledge a person's existence. nothing annoys me more than terrible service for no reason.
when i ordered a sandwich, they were a little nicer, but it came out cold. it wasn't bad, and the price wasn't bad, but the less than welcoming staff (honestly, they were just kind of rude) doesn't make me want to go back at all.
Maybe I judge too soon. The coffee seems to been improved. Prices are deffinatly affordable and props for figuring out even prices after tax (2.25 rather then 2.14 or something) Double props for having cute boys serving me my coffee. The outside patio is nice but I don't think I want to sit on Western. Playing Jose Gonzalez was the icing. I might have to stop in more!
If they didn't have free WI Fi and be 100 feet from my apartment I wouldn't come here. They charge… Read more »
There's new owners and they seem pretty nice. They're offering more food items and Tea Essence tea the coffee is still very good. The breakfast sandwiches are excellent. Highly recommend them if you have a few minutes to spare in the morning, as it's not fast food by any means. They seem to have a lot of stuff jammed into the coffeshop though. Not leaving a ton of room for seating. But it's still a great neighborhood coffee spot with great coffee, friendly employees, and good light lunch and breakfast options.
Really good coffee and great service. Since Starbucks is the devil and this place is on my way to… Read more »
This place is ok. I used to go regularly (free wifi, good coffee), but then the owners donated it to their church. Now I think it is just a fundraiser for a local church.
No thanks. There aren't many coffee options in the neighborhood, but I'll go elsewhere to worship at the temple of the bean.
I moved to the area two months ago and have only visited once due to the aforementioned odd hours. This is why the no five star rating, but it is understandable with a truly local business.
I love the atmosphere, and when I visited on a Saturday afternoon, it was slow and the woman behind the counter was very friendly. My chai latte was quite good, and the friendly staffperson made my visit great!
Love. I'm a hardcore tea drinker, but I can't stop myself from drinking coffee here. Coffee so good it's worth an out-of-the-way trip when you're late and it's raining. I suggest having a seat if you've got the time. Atmosphere is low-key, (good) music is always at that perfect volume where you can enjoy it, but also hold a conversation or concentrate on work/wasting time on the internet. Baristas actually know things about coffee. Electrical outlets abundant.
Hmmm... that oatmeal sandwich cookie was pretty delicious.
I will have to go back for another soon!
Perhaps I will try that homemade oreo type cookie sandwich... uh oh...
oh ipsento!
went here on a whim, was biking by one day and decided to come back with my comic-loving gentleman-friend on a very rainy/snowy day.
small area, but super cozy with friendly baristas. plus, they started roasting coffee in the roaster that was literally five feet away which was pretty neat.
plenty of laptop plugs, and the coconut-honey latte is so delicious i thought i was going to pass out and die. i can also whole-heartedly recommend the raspberry croissant. delicious.
neat little place in an area sorely lacking good coffee-shops.
As soon as I walked in I felt welcomed. The place is small but that just makes it feel nice and cozy. I had the chai, like I do at every coffee house and I can definitely say that it was the best cup of chai I have every had. Compared to the larger chain coffee houses like lIntelligentsia and Starbucks, Ipsento knocks them out of the water with their low prices, warm atmosphere, and friendly smiles. I can proudly say that this is my favorite little coffee shop in Chicago.
Dislodged and dismayed by Filter closing I tried this place a year ago and have been going there frequently ever since. I'm baffled by the comments by other posters that the staff isn't friendly. They have been unfailingly friendly to me and made a point of learning my name, greeting me every time I come in and remembering what I like to order. When I was on a cinnamon roll kick one of the barristas would even save one for me under the counter!
While I don't particularly like the art rock they usually play, they keep it turned down. (Unlike other coffee shops that play the radio -- ads and all. What's up with that?)
My only complaint is the hours. I wish they were open later. There's another tea shop around the corner on Milwaukee, Tea Essence, that's open late but I haven't tried it yet. I think it has free WiFi because I see people in there with their laptops.
Onward and upward with my free wifi tour of Chicago cafes near my home. Today's entry: Ipsento cute overload.
Good things:
1. Free wifi
2. A toaster = warm sandwiches, albeit slowly warmed
3. Relatively warm, at least away from the windows
4. Really attractive ceiling fans
5. Near enough to my house
6. Free parking out front, except on snow days over 2"
7. Outlet to plug in computer
Slightly bothersome things
1. Not enough outlets to plug in computer (only 2 tables next to outlets, two other outlets near comfy chairs, meaning that I am currently typing this with my computer on my lap)
2. Early hours - no night time hours and closes early on the weekend
3. Music all over the place depending on who is plugging in their iPod. Hell thy name is shuffle.
4. The foam on my capp wasn't very well made. My dry capp was more wet than I like.
Unacceptable things:
1. Lack of abundant power makes it more challenging to settle here for more than a couple hours. Not an ideal location for 'office away from home' unless you happen to snag one of the 'good' tables.
The best thing about my visit to Ipsento was that I was not subjected to the AOR whims of the barista. I am still recovering from the Phish album I was forced to listen to yesterday at Star Lounge Cafe and my ears and brain needed the break.
Needs better hours! I want to like this place but it's a pain to visit during the week. Vella closes early too so there is a need for a coffee shop with later hours in this area.
And if you can't handle "that part of town" go back to Lakeview. You are perfectly safe on a huge street during the day. If you stand on Milwaukee, you can almost see Wicker Park!
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