I frequent Paradiso every other day for about a year -- it is a nice 5 min walk from my office. The atmosphere is very nice, I feel a little like back to Europe. However, I am not a big fan of their coffee (both espresso and brewed coffees are average ; I would go to Artmart at Lincoln Square... more

Ever since Paradiso has changed ownership I've been hopping for some improvements. Unfortunately their coffee has gotten more expensive ($2.11 for a small coffee) and their staff more-and-more rude. The cafe plays music WAY to loud, many times its impossible to hold a conversation, let alone get any kind of work done. As mentioned the staff is often rude and... more

Terrible service, snarky attitudes, and mediocre coffee at best. This place has a lot of potential and it may have been good in the past. Cafe Kopi in Champaign is a better option if you can travel; if not, skip it----Cafe Paradiso isn't worth the time or money. more

Though I like the study tables and the eclectic atmosphere, the staff at Paradiso often has me leaving a bit angry. I'm a graduate student at UIUC and I used to go to Paradiso to study everyday for my first year of veterinary school. My friends and I were treated very rudely by one of the staff members, and I... more

We arrived at Cafe Paradiso on a Saturday evening, shortly after the normal dinner rush, so we did expect to see a crowd and were a bit worried when there wasn't one. We had called ahead and put our names in just in case. We were seated promptly and professionally. I have to say we were all pretty pleased with... more

I'm a regular at Paradiso and have been for a few years now. The food is generally fantastic. The sandwiches are made with bread from local bakery Mirabelle and incorporate fresh and sometimes local ingredients. The soups, pasta salads and spreads are usually to die for and all made from scratch. They offer vegetarian and/or vegan soups almost every day,... more

A great place to hang out and read a book. more

A bit worn around the edges, but has character and good coffee. Great if you're looking for a local hangout. more

I Love to study here! Not to mention if u like all sorts of teas they have them and even small portion size Healthy snacks yummy! more