Efebina’s Cafe

Lots of seating and good coffee.

I ordered a medium vanilla latte like I do everywhere for $ 3.50. The guy who took my order was clearly expecting a $ 1 tip but I just gave him my change. When I got my vanilla latte, it was in a tiny coffee mug and tasted like the 3in1 instant coffee I had in the Philippines that was disgusting and seemed to have little coffee and only sugar.
This is the first coffee shop in Chicago I have given less than 4 stars. The only thing I like about it is there are a couple couches. But I’m the only customer here, which is weird because most coffee shops around here have a lot of clientele

Cute place, good place to work and free WiFi. The food is very tasty and lots of choices. The owner or man at the counter was very welcoming and my boyfriend and I really enjoyed talking to him. He went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed. We will be back very soon.

This is a great hidden gem in the Pilsen neighborhood! The service and overall vibe is fantastic — super nice, genuine, and accommodating. ALL of the food entrees are really tasty, quite clean/​non-​greasy, and affordable. It’s a really nice place to hunker down and get some serious work done while feeling like it’s a work space as comfortable as home. The incredibly friendly, unpretentious, and community-​oriented staff are the best part. I won’t go back to La Catrina, sadly — where the internet is timed (2 hrs/​purchase) and it doesn’t hold a candle in terms of setting and menu. Try the Spring Salad — huge, cheap, healthy, and refreshing.
Will be working here from now on!!!

The coffee was great, the toasted croissants were delicious, and the service was friendly.

Overpriced! Can’t believe this place is more expensive than Starbucks –_​– their food flavor /​quality is average. Jumping Bean café around the corner is much better.

I really like this neighborhood café. I’ve been going since it was efebo’s café and it’s a great spot, no too salty, not too sweet, and I love the new breakfast plates that my brother insisted I try. The coffees, juices, smoothies, everything is so good.

Super cute place, friendly service and very clean dining area as well as restroom. Ordered a mocha frap and the chocolate they used tasted like abuelita Mexican chocolate! !! From here on out I will make all my mocha craps this way!!!
Great job guys from Houston, TX

Stopped in for a quick coffee and ended up staying reading my book for hours. Good vibe to the place. Friendly staff. Good coffee.

Walked in here because I had a quick meeting in the area and had some time to waste. I’m so happy I walked in. Place is so cozy and VERy welcoming. Employees are super polite, and the owner is one of the sweetest, most down to earth people ever ! She is the exact reason why I support my local businesses ! Now onto the food/​coffee… I had a breakfast sandwich and coffee. And just like the rest of the experience, it was on point. Very fresh food, and coffee topped my morning off. I can’t wait to go back in and check out the rest of there menu… Ohhh and don’t forget to check out the back room !

YUMMMMM! My mouth was watering before they even brought out my plate, the coffee is good and they even have 2 computer stations and a scanner!!! Great little place to study in Pilsen. (And their credit card min is only $ 3.50-good for those of us who tend not to carry paper currency! Plus prices are super reasonable!

We were here for a meeting for a few hours and the place is great! A very friendly, welcoming staff, awesome food, plenty of seating, quality ambiance, and lots of natural light. We’ve been to a whole bunch of coffee shops recently and this one is one of our favorites.

I love Efebina’s! What a wonderful neighborhood spot. It’s a great place to meet up with friends or bring your materials to get work done. Lovely community vibe.

Has this place changed hands again? They now have a minimum charge to use wifi, which is fair enough, except the wifi is now dial-​up speed (I’m writing this on my phone without wifi, if that gives you any idea). My cappuccino was undrinkable — like super-​strong instant with a teaspoon of skim milk froth added. Not wasting any time on training, I guess. Damn. I hope this is a temporary aberration.

Great food, great coffee, and great service! I’ve been coming here for years and Wilson is a wonderful barista who brightens up everyone’s day with his smile. I can’t wait for the fall so that Efebinas can make their pumpkin spice lattes! Good stuff!

Omg i am obsessed with this place! I wish i lived in this neighborhood, I would definitely be here more often! The café has tons of space, has multiple areas with different themes. For example, an area with computers, study area, eating area, an intimate chatting area, and the outdoor patio. They serve freshly squeezed fruit drinks and all their items are made in house. I had the quesadillas and they were delicious! My only suggestion is, the quesadillas although tasty, it was hard to get through the entire order because after the 3^rd slice, I was craving a side to compliment it. However, I did finish it nonetheless haha
The price range is a bit above the average at a café but I think the atmosphere makes up for it.
Also they display local artwork which can be purchased after!

Great place to sit and get some work done or to come in for a quick coffee and relax OR just to get your coffee to go! The staff is super friendly, the coffee is great and the turkey sandwich with pasta salad was awesome. I live close, so I know I’ll be back soon!

I fell in love with this place right as I walked in. The staff is extremely nice and inviting. I’ve only been there 3x and have gotten great service all times. They recognize their customers too. Food is delicious and fresh. The ambiance is low key and very relaxing. Be careful, their soups are piping hot (a good thing)! Their lattes are great too. A great local gem.

Great place to study and/​or meet up.
There’s always plenty of space to work. Good work tables with ample outlet spaces. When not studying, there are comfy couches and lounging space towards the back. There’s also outdoor patio space. Free parking a half block away, street parking. Wifi password upon request. It also takes card with a ($ 4ish min).
I haven’t had their coffees yet but their drinks are reasonably priced and I’m not sure what they serve but I know the store has Colombian roots.
Servers are very friendly and always willing to strike up a conversation and get to know you (if you want).
The food is well-​portioned and freshly made. I had their chicken breast sandwich (one of their most popular) which was moist and well-​seasoned. It came with a healthy heaping of veggies (zucchini, tomatoes, lettuce, etc.) along with a side of macaroni salad. For $ 7, it was well worth it and was one of the sturdiest café sandwiches I’ve had.

People don’t often choose food over sex, but I’m fairly certain I’d opt for their chicken sandwich in about any circumstance. It’s better than you’d ever expect a chicken sando to be.
Served piping hot with zucchini, roasted red peppers, melted cheese, tomato, and lettuce… it steps up the standard for coffee shop food everywhere. They serve it with a healthy portion of pasta salad too so it’s a pretty full meal for under 8 bucks.
The place itself has excellent atmosphere for getting work done even if you don’t have a laptop. (they have computers available) With super comfy couches, metropolis coffee, and cranked up AC in the hot weather or an outdoor patio if it’s nice this place is a can’t miss mobile office.