Stopped in on a Sunday and this place is worth the detour. The gentleman at the register was great about steering me toward the right stuff instead of just taking my order, and honestly the baristas are what made it. They walked me through the drinks, got into the dialing in process with me, and were genuinely funny about it. I pull shots at home so it's fun talking to people who actually care about that part and don't make you feel like you're slowing down the line.
Got the raspberry lemon tonic, the vanilla matcha with the cream top, and the whiskey vanilla latte. All three were solid. The tonic is a lot more interesting than it sounds on the menu. Tucked back in an alley in downtown. Super dope spot
Madeleine (The Ruiner)6 months ago
At Five & Hoek Coffee Co. I wandered in,
Expectations low, with a skeptical grin.
“A coffee shop here? In the burbs, no less?”
I braced myself gently… prepared to be less.
The baristas were young, like high school at lunch,
Two sat by the roaster, mid-sandwich, mid-crunch.
Crumbs near the grinders, bold, carefree display,
I wondered, “Is this where the customers stay?”
One looked up mid-bite and said, “Got a question?”
I blinked twice slowly at this odd profession.
Was she staff? Was she guest? Was I in a play?
Where roles were decided halfway through the day?
The room felt quite empty, all white and quite bare,
Minimalism whispered, “We’ve… nothing to share.”
But oh! that old building, those moldings that curve,
A quiet reminder this place had some nerve.
The tables all wobbled like nervous first dates,
The menu was tiny, no long lists or debates.
“Whisky vanilla? Salted beer caramel too?”
I raised both my eyebrows, then ordered a few.
They weighed every gram with a scientist’s care,
Each pour was precise, measured down to a hair.
I watched, mildly puzzled, then took my first sip—
And nearly fell out of my chair in a flip.
My taste buds threw parties, invited the town,
Marched in a parade and refused to sit down.
Depth! Richness! Flavor! A latte so rare,
The kind that makes other drinks vanish to air.
So here’s my confession, both honest and true,
Despite all the quirks that I plainly review—
Your service, your seating, your curious scene…
Your coffee alone is the star and the queen.
I’ll travel the distance, I’ll make the long track,
For that perfect latte that calls me right back.
Aziza Sciortinoa month ago
My husband and I came here wanting to try a local coffee shop. After we waited for about 15 minutes, I ordered a flat white and he ordered an iced limoncello coffee drink. We go up to pay and he proceeds to pay cash. We were told because it was Labor Day they couldn’t take cash because the banks were closed and could only take cards. But then they charge you a fee for using a credit card. I know my husband wanted to leave at that point so I just paid for it. I also thought that was wild that a coffee shop wouldn’t take cash just because the banks were closed. I’ve never heard that a day in my life. I got my flat white and it was a child’s size! My husband’s was normal size and it was the same price point. I basically paid $6 for something that looked like a free sample. I probably sound crazy on here but this is the one time I wish I went to Starbucks. They would’ve taken any type of money and I would’ve gotten a decent size for the money I paid. I honestly felt ripped off. I would not recommend it; save yourself the time, effort, and dollars and just go to Starbucks next door.
Nora Gutierrez8 months ago
I love Five & Hoek! Definitely my favorite coffee shop in Wheaton. Their espresso is delicious and they roast their own beans in house. Normally I get a honey cinnamon latte but this time I tried their caramel latte and it was delicious. Not overly sweet, which I appreciated.
I normally just order to go but they have plenty of seating inside and I brought my laptop to work. I appreciate the dim lighting and it was very cozy with a nice vibe of light background music mixed with guests who were there to work like me and those who were there hanging out and chatting. It was the perfect level of noise for my taste.
Parking is typically not too difficult to find if you go during a weekday but it can be tricky on weekends.
Staff are usually cordial. I wouldn’t say friendly, but cordial for sure. And they know how to make a dang good latte.
First time trying this coffee spot. I didn’t try any pastries, only coffee. I got a iced whiskey vanilla latte with oatmilk. I would’ve prefer less milk ratio. The milk to coffee ratio was off in my opinion. It was too milky. Cute place to work at or do homework, since they have a section primarily for that. Also a couple tables outside to sit and relax. service was okay, nothing really to rave about. It was just okay
