Cafe Ballou

About

Cafes

Price Range : Under $10 ($)

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    Yelp rating
    4.5 stars

Location

Adress: 939 N Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60622

Phone: (773) 661-2114

Work Hours

Tue10:00 am-3:00 pm
Wed10:30 am-3:00 pm
Thu9:00 am-3:00 pm
Fri10:00 am-3:00 pm
Sat10:30 am-4:00 pm
Sun10:30 am-3:00 pm

Business info

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    Takes Reservations
    No
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    Delivery
    Yes
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    Take-out
    Yes
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    Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
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    Accepts Apple Pay
    No
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    Good For
    Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch
  • local_parking
    Parking
    Street
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    Bike Parking
    Yes
  • accessibility
    Good for Kids
    Yes
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    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Ambience
    Casual, Classy
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    Noise Level
    Quiet
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    Alcohol
    No
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    Outdoor Seating
    No
  • wifi
    Wi-Fi
    Free
  • tv
    Has TV
    Yes
  • fastfood
    Caters
    No

Reviews

  • Janel Verzon

    star star star star star 2 June 2026

    Great option for a casual brunch on the weekend. Excellent options for a quick bite and unique beverages! I had the black chocolate latte which is on their secret menu, and umami bomb which is effectively avocado with salmon on rye toast. Everything was extremely fresh and appetizing. It is located amidst many other food trucks. I definitely recommend trying this out.

  • Greg Markway

    star star star star star 30 May 2026

    Every neighborhood should have a coffee shop like Cafe Ballou. Good coffee and good food at a reasonable price. There is comfortable seating in a relaxed environment with fun comic book decor. Free wifi doesn't hurt either, so you can hang out or watch something while you eat.

  • Matthew Ulm

    star star star star star_border 29 May 2026

    Good doughnuts, nice decor. The comic posters on the wall are great. Both Marvel and DC. Menu has a comic theme as well. Wolverine sandwich was very good. Will come again.

  • Amanda Snead

    star star star star star 22 May 2026

    I had a delicious breakfast burrito. The people who work here are efficient and friendly. The WiFi is excellent and there are power outlets available. The music selection is good and the decor is fun and unique.

  • ryan nuccio

    star star star star star 5 May 2026

    Great food and good coffee. Nice place to get brunch and not have to wait a hour to be seated.

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