Colectivo Coffee — Evanston

Evanston

4.3

1631 Sherman Ave, Evanston, IL 60201

WiFiOutletsOutdoor SeatingParkingCommunal TablesLaptop FriendlyFull MenuModerateWeekend BrunchStudy FriendlyBrightLively

A warm, welcoming cafe in downtown Evanston popular with Northwestern students for its generous space and reliable coffee.

Curator's Note

“Colectivo Evanston is the quintessential college-town cafe. Plenty of tables, fast wifi, and a menu that goes beyond just coffee — their bakery items are baked in-house and genuinely good. Perfect for a long study session or catching up with friends.”

Google Reviews

4.3

Community Notes

Best study spot near Northwestern. I basically lived here during finals week.

TaylorApr 29

The berry scone is incredible. Coffee is consistent — nothing groundbreaking but always solid.

AnonymousApr 29

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Aon2 months ago

A great spot to start your day with delicious coffee. Both the iced and hot lattes were great honestly. We also tried the croissant, it was decent, though not the best we’ve had. The cafe itself is comfortable with large, bright windows.

Els Holahana month ago

I would definitely not recommend the matcha here, it was powdery, bitter and the vanilla syrup tasted so artificial. The employees were nice and there were a lot of tables to do work at. I was grateful that they were blasting the AC on a very hot day. I think this a perfectly fine establishment and I’m sure if I got something else it would have been a better experience.

zofia p-tek2 months ago

my sister and i love getting the Pink Panther and Mango Peach Ginger smoothie, respectively. they are the absolute perfect thick consistency. perfect for a refreshing snack on a hot summer day. the pastries and coffee items are also fantastic. we love the seating outside; it’s a super cute atmosphere. the service can be a bit slow sometimes though. don’t forget to sign up for rewards and get free items; that’s one of my favorite perks about this place.

Eumi Chang3 weeks ago

Stopped by during the art fair. The line was long, but moved smoothly. Lots of options for drinks, coffee, matcha, and smoothies. Bakery and food options were ample too. We ordered a smoothie and a burrito. The only thing was, it took about 10 minutes after I got the drink for the food to come it. The timing is a little strange but I also appreciated the freshness of it. Will for sure come back to try more of the coffee drinks.

Alexey Ivanin9 months ago

Stopped by Colectivo after a walk, and it was the perfect place to warm up with a hot tea. They have a solid variety to choose from, and the drink came out fresh, hot, and exactly the way I wanted. The atmosphere inside is cozy, with plenty of space to relax for a few minutes before heading back out. Service was quick, the staff was friendly, and the place felt clean and well taken care of. It’s a simple stop, but exactly what you want when you’re looking for something warm and relaxing after being outside. Definitely a comfortable spot to take a break and enjoy a good drink.