Best Cold Brew Coffee in Uptown, Chicago
The 13 top-rated cold brew coffee in Uptown, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is cold brew at Emerald City Coffee (1224 W Wilson Ave), with a flavor score of 92 out of 100 from 19 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Best Cold Brew Coffee across Chicago→- Ranked #1At Emerald City Coffee1224 W Wilson Ave
The cold brew is praised for its rich chocolate flavor, smooth texture, and perfect strength that requires no cream.
- Ranked #2At Nabala Cafe4660 N Broadway
The cardamom cold brew is praised for its smooth, rich flavor, making it a must-try at this cozy café.
- Ranked #3At La Colombe Coffee Workshop5158 N Clark St
The cold brew is praised for its smoothness, refreshing flavor, and unique options like cherry concentrate and draft styles.
- Ranked #4At Drink Happy Thoughts942 W Montrose Ave
Cold brew offers rich, refreshing flavors with notes of chocolate and cloves, and unique variations like cocomint and bourbon aged.
- Ranked #5At Dollop Coffee Co.4181 N Clarendon Ave
- Ranked #6At Crema Shop1401 W Wilson Ave
- Ranked #7At First Sip Cafe1057 W Argyle St
- Ranked #8At Fat Miilk5018 N Broadway
- Ranked #9At Everybody's Coffee935 W Wilson Ave
The cold brew is praised for its smooth flavor and quality, but some experienced inconsistency and dilution issues.
- Ranked #10At Klein's Bakery & Cafe (Buena Park)4155 N Broadway
Cold brew flavors vary, with some praising its strength while others find it weak and resembling iced coffee instead.