About Backlot Coffee
Backlot Coffee is a beloved Chicago gathering spot where genuine hospitality meets exceptional craft. With its spacious, light-filled atmosphere, it's the perfect place to settle in with a carefully sourced cup or try their signature cardamom rose latte. Whether you're fueling up with their praised breakfast sandwiches or lingering over dessert, you'll find the kind of thoughtful service and community warmth that independent cafes do best—no corporate formulas, just real coffee culture.
What People Are Saying
from Google & Yelp"A spacious & airy café that’s great for getting work done. The drip coffee and cardamom rose latte were both solid, though I wished the cardamom came with a slightly bolder flavor."
"Solid coffee shop with good breakfast sandwiches, nice drinks, and vibes. Space isn't huge but there's more than enough seating including a large circular table for people to split or for large groups. There's some nice art on display and staff were very friendly."
"This bigger location has the perfect space and atmosphere to really get into work mode, of course with the usual great coffee that they serve."
"My favorite place in the area to get a cappuccino! They are very consistent in how they make it. They also have a gluten free pastries available. Friendly staff."
"Honestly, one of the better cafes in Albany. Coffee and matcha was delicious and the pastries are so flakey and airy just 10/10. The staff was super fast and friendly"
"Oh so delicious coffee served by friendly staff in a cool little location. Very chill vibe with some neat offerings for drinks, snacks, & art! Would..."
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