Magnifico Coffee Roasters

A true blue third wave coffee shop, no doubt about it. They roast their coffee in-house on a nice (I think Diedrich?) roaster and pull their espresso on a very sleek Victoria Arduino Black Eagle, so you know they take what they're doing seriously and it shows in their product. I had a double house espresso w/ sparkling water and since my niece was standing next to me the cashier went the extra mile and also threw in a complimentary hot chocolate for her too! First time I've ever seen or heard that done and was very appreciative of it. The flavor profile of their house espresso was a rich dark chocolate, almond, toffee; what you'd ideally come to expect from a well-dialed in house roast.The team working here was also so warm and inviting and it just seems like they've got a great thing going so do yourself a favor and come give them some business (and a good tip, too!)

Fantastic coffee shop near Avondale right off Milwaukee. Lots of parking on nearby side streets plus right out front. Small shop with just a handful of tables and cute bar height counters looking out the windows. I found it was a great shop to work from because there weren't too many distractions or loud noises, and the music was chill. The staff also couldn't have been kinder and friendlier! Their coffee menu is fairly simple -- why fix what isn't broke? I was planning on trying a toasted marshmallow (!) iced latte until I saw they had a special seasonal drink special: espresso tonic! It was sooo refreshing and delicious. Can't recommend enough!

Prior to reaching our lunch destination, I wanted to get some coffee and a snack in the area. My wife checked her food/restaurant map and mentioned Magnifico as a place she wanted to check out again (she had previously gone about a year ago and really liked it). When I stepped into the cafe, the first thing that I noticed and loved was the decor and color scheme of the place. The place felt warm and inviting, which was really solidified by the friendliness of the staff and our interactions with them. They greeted us when we entered, helped us with recs, bade us farewell when we left, and in general seemed happy to be there and engage in conversation if that's what you want. My wife's first experience here was very similar to this so I'm very glad they're consistent! Being that it was a blistering hot day, I opted to try something cold. They had a sign that mentioned an iced espresso tonic and so I decided to give that a try, pairing it with their churro donut filled with arequipe (I had to look this up - it's a sweet sauce made with sugar and milk that's very popular in Latin America). The donut was excellent and incredibly fluffy without being overly sweet as donuts tend to be. I was very tempted to order another! The iced espresso tonic was also a big hit - perfect for a hot day with a smooth taste profile and elements of citrus. If only I lived closer, I would stop by this place all the time!

Phenomenal family owned cafe and roster. Well decorated interior with lots of blacks and metallics and lots of owl motifs hidden about in honor of their late grandmother.In addition to the wonderful Columbian pastries, staff and the owner were very friendly, striking up conversations with patrons and really lending to a comfortable community friendly vibe.Absolute must visit, I just wish we lived closer.

A great spot, locally and family owned. Great coffee but even better breakfast pastries. I ate here every morning during an extended weekend in Chicago and did not have a bad item (ham and cheese croissant was my favorite, perfectly flaky).Staff was incredibly kind and helpful!

Some of the best coffee I've had in Chicago. Both the drip and the espresso drinks are on point. Super friendly service as well - a family owned and run establishment. Pan de bono are also great and gluten free! Try an espresso tonic with orange when it's warm outside.

Great coffee...fabulous decor...flavorful pastries...friendly staff! It's a great place to sit and have coffee or to grab a cup to go. They make authentic drinks...REAL MACCHIATO!!! Although they would make the version if you want. But do the real one.

I've been here twice since I saw it driving along Milwaukee avenue. I've been in the area for a while and was looking forward to trying what looked like a great new coffee shop because there aren't too many around here. The coffee is delicious and the drinks are well made. I've had a basic hot and iced latte and both were top notch. Good flavor without excessive bitterness. Really good energy afterword without feeling jittery. My wife has had an iced matcha latte and a lavender latte. Both were delicious and subtly flavored (not too sweet). We also tried a bag of the house blend roasted beans at home and enjoyed the coffee. The almond croissant was also quite tasty. The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. They absolutely appreciate their customers and are happy to chat with you. It's a family owned place and you can really feel the care and commitment to the community and the quality of what they put out. The atmosphere is sleek and modern with a cool logo and branding. They are clearly trying to ingratiate themselves as a community-centered business that delivers on high-quality modern standards.

Stopped in to Magnifico for the first time after lunch today and was met with great service from the super friendly baristas. They were happy to explain their menu offerings and answer any questions we had. We ended up all getting various lattes and the flavor of the Colombian espresso roast they use was a nice departure from the usual coffee I've had. I got a small latte with marshmallow flavor and it tasted great! Had a well-balanced sweetness and the barista who made our drinks even decided to show off some of his latte art skills for us. I wished I'd left some room for dessert as the pastries looked interesting but I guess that will just have to wait until next time. The inside of the cafe may look a little sparse in photos but the space had an undeniable warmth that I wouldn't have minded hanging out in for a little longer if we had had time.

I wanted to love this place. I love coffee shops and I'm always interested in trying new spots. But this one isn't it. It's a tiny, sterile spot. It's definitely not a place to chill and drink your coffee. And it's expensive. An iced latte with tip was over $8. And it wasn't even good. It was just bitter tasting. I wanted to love it but I probably won't be back.