Intelligentsia reviews and discussion

Love their espresso!! Black Cat Espresso is one of the best I've had! Highly recommend it! Their cafes are so cute and welcoming as well. I have yet to try other coffee flavors, but I definitely have them on my list.

LOVE Intelligentsia coffee!!

Excellent coffee, especially their House blend for AeroPress or pour over and their Black Cat Espresso blend for espresso. Their cafes have phenomenal ice coffee as well if you happen to live near one!

i’ve drank intelligentsia at numerous coffee shops and always had a relatively good experience. i think the quality will depend on the baristas that prepare the coffee, but overall a good choice! their coffee isn’t too acidic, which i like since i’m a relatively new coffee drinker (i typically prefer tea). i will say that there isn’t anything too special about their coffee, but they are reliable.

My go to for full bean espresso. Delicious freshly roasted beans - classic espresso Black Cat, and single source beans from around the globe. A huge highlight to stop by in person when I'm in Chicago.

Horrible flavor and aftertaste for their boxed oat lattes. Took a few sips and had to throw away; couldn't stomach it. Sad to say as I usually order an iced oat latte in store.

Fantastic lattes, knowledgeable staff, high quality coffee. Feels almost scientifically precise. Really appreciate what they’re doing.