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Aroma Cafe

Aroma Cafe

Coffee Shop$$$$
Champaign
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8.4/10
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    Ranked #2 for coffee shops in Champaign
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    Ryan M.
    "Sexy toast is very good."(4 Tips)
    Chelsea N.
    "Aroma salad is the bomb!"(2 Tips)
    Kaitlyn J.
    "their iced chai latte is the best I've ever had."(4 Tips)
    Steven B.
    "Cuban sandwich with mushroom brie bisque soup ... delicious."(7 Tips)
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  • Erik R.heart icon on user image
    Erik RowleySeptember 9, 2016
    Cozy coffee house in downtown Champaign. Free wifi and plenty of outlets! Enjoyed a good vanilla latte and got some work done.
  • Emily F.
    Emily FineJanuary 11, 2013
    Gotta try the sexy toast! Love the turkey and Brie sexy toast sandwich! The Sunday brunch is pretty kick ass too! Best bang for your buck!
  • Alex Y.heart icon on user image
    Alex YoungbloodDecember 9, 2012
    Sit in the table by the window for a cozy time. Also on Sunday morning get an omelet with spinach, tomatoes, basil, bacon, and goat cheese. Yummmmy
  • Gamera
    GameraMay 21, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Aroma changed management and menu. They now serve sandwiches and sexy toast with tons of sides. The Avocado and Egg is really good....
  • Carl C.
    Carl CatedralJune 12, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the ginger Arnold Palmer. It's a surprisingly delicious and refreshing summer drink.
  • Peter O.
    Peter OrganisciakOctober 20, 2015
    A relaxed summer morning on their back patio makes living in Champaign worth it.
  • Gene P.heart icon on user image
    Gene PalmerApril 26, 2016
    My favorite spot in downtown. Love the coffee and the back patio.
  • Chelsea N.heart icon on user image
    Chelsea NortonApril 5, 2013
    Aroma salad is the bomb! And their hummus wraps are the best. Of course, love the coffee too.
  • Setareh T.heart icon on user image
    Setareh TakiAugust 12, 2017
    Cobb salad is awsome! It's a little spicy which makes it great!
  • Steven B.
    Steven BorrelliOctober 15, 2012
    Cuban sandwich with mushroom brie bisque soup ... delicious. I had a 1/2 and 1/2 deal.
  • Laura B.
    Laura BarnesMay 14, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Love, love, love the Cuban and Grown-up Grilled Cheese (mmmm, pesto) sandwiches. Aroma salad on the side is delish too.
  • Ashley B.heart icon on user image
    Ashley BuerkettJanuary 6, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    The soup comes with amazing bread. So good in the winter!
  • Steve B.
    Steve BellamyMay 2, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Best coffee in Champaign - nice home made scones and Wi-Fi.
  • Kaitlyn J.
    Kaitlyn JeanJuly 4, 2012
    their iced chai latte is the best I've ever had. perfect summer drink
  • Ryan M.
    Ryan MoranJuly 28, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Great lunch place. Sexy toast is very good.
  • Chris N.heart icon on user image
    Chris NixonMarch 20, 2015
    Been here 25+ times
    Their house dark coffee is excellent!
  • Christina K.
    Christina KniskernApril 26, 2013
    Recycled napkins, organic teas, and mmmm styrofoam cups. Weird. Good fruit though.
  • Gene P.heart icon on user image
    Gene PalmerApril 26, 2016
    Coffee and any milk based drink
  • Tim M.
    Tim MeyersJanuary 30, 2012
    Awesome coffee, wraps and smoothies. Extremely friendly service, too!
  • Steve J.heart icon on user image
    Steve JaegerOctober 30, 2013
    Best hidden gem coffee shop in Champaign-Urbana!
  • The Tower a.
    The Tower at ThirdDecember 6, 2012
    You really should try the sandwiches. A nice surprise!
  • Ash
    AshFebruary 9, 2010
    Coffee is excellent. Their list of 'simple sandwiches' are affordable and delicious (they're also served with chips and grapes).
  • Jamie
    JamieFebruary 16, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Aroma will be under new ownership starting March 1st. A sign has been posted that prices willbe raised.
  • K'La A.
    K'La AlbertiniFebruary 10, 2010
    So far my fave coffee in the Chambana area. I'm generally not fond of coffee blends, but their House Blend is the shit! Read more
  • Daniel P.
    Daniel PapugaMarch 18, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    The straws for the frozen drinks are very sturdy and wide, perfect for those yummy thick drinks.
  • Evan C.
    Evan ChipDecember 30, 2011
    Always friendly service. Affordable and delicious.
  • Jessi S.heart icon on user image
    Jessi SticklenMarch 26, 2014
    First time there, not too thrilled with it all. Probably won't go back.
  • Chris N.heart icon on user image
    Chris NixonAugust 9, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Their house Dark coffee.
  • Jamie
    JamieNovember 15, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    Ask for milk in your chai, or they'll use water with the mix.
  • L H.
    L HessAugust 21, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Best coffee shop in C-U. This from a local of 16 years.
  • Jamie
    JamieAugust 31, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    The peach salsa is out of this world.
  • Barry A.
    Barry AbramsAugust 31, 2010
    Been here 10+ times
    Best coffee eva. $2 for a large! They also have choco-tacos.
  • laura w.
    laura weisskopf bleillJanuary 12, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Kid-friendly menu. Great food, great coffee!
  • Scarlett
    ScarlettFebruary 28, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    the turkey jerk wrap is amazing and so is the salsa!
  • Chad S.
    Chad SuppApril 19, 2013
    Best chai tea latte in C-U.
  • Martice H.
    Martice HawkinsNovember 18, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    The apple cider is amazing
  • Brendan G.
    Brendan GambleNovember 23, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    This is the best coffee in town.
  • Dana W.
    Dana WilliamsMarch 5, 2011
    I'm a giant fan of the veggie wrap.
  • Becki S.
    Becki ScudderFebruary 18, 2012
    Best Chai Latte
  • Karen
    KarenNovember 13, 2011
    Yummy soy hot chocolate.
  • David S.
    David SpearmanSeptember 2, 2010
    They have my favorite chai lattes ever!
  • Jason R.
    Jason RomeroJune 16, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    The plugs in the back by the comfy chairs didn't work for me.
  • Matthew D.
    Matthew DrewOctober 16, 2010
    Get the peanut butter cup frap!!!
  • Miigan M.
    Miigan McnellisApril 1, 2012
    Art show!!!
  • Brittany W.
    Brittany WrigleyOctober 16, 2010
    The straws are gurthy
  • Eric W.
    Eric WarmanFebruary 24, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    I shall regain mayorship
  • Eric W.
    Eric WarmanMarch 28, 2010
    Been here 100+ times
    Aroma rocks the satchel
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