Cool and craveable: Choose from a variety of cocktails and coffees in the Fox Valley
If you find yourself strolling along the Fox River this summer, you will be able to quench your thirst with a flavorful, artistic beverage from suburban cocktail bars and coffee houses.
Cocktails
Bar Evolution — Batavia
Draft beer and specialty cocktails dominate their tasty-sounding menu, with seasonal changes to their mixed drinks. 27 N. River St., Batavia. barevolutionbatavia.com
The Lewis — St. Charles
Signature cocktails like Logan’s Run feature vodka, lemon and cucumber and Ancho Reyes Verde. 106 E. Main St., St. Charles. thelewisstcharles.com
Martini Room — Elgin
Flights of mini martinis, unique seasonal martinis and signature sips — there’s much to enjoy. 161 E. Chicago St., Elgin. martiniroomelgin
Hacienda Real — Geneva
Try the Margarita Carnaval, a deliciously tropical drink served inside a pineapple. 1602 Commons Drive, Suite 600, Geneva. haciendaflavorsofmexico.com
Vintage 53 — St. Charles
Enjoy expertly crafted classic cocktails and bubbly on a hot summer’s day. 162 S. 1st St., St. Charles. vintage53.com
Bleuroot — West Dundee
Try fantastically named cocktails like Beetle Juice, Earl Grey Spritz or Port in the Storm. 98 W. Main St., West Dundee. bleuroot.com
Old Republic Kitchen + Bar — Elgin
Cool off with a blue Electric Iced Tea or a vivid green Ecto Cooler. 155 S. Randall Road, Elgin. oldrepublicbar.com
Lounge 51 — Elgin
Check out frozen cocktails like pina coladas or refreshing fruity mojitos. 51 S. Grove Ave., Elgin. lounge51co.com
The Alchemist — Geneva
Choose from a long list of artisanal craft cocktails like Confucius’ Final Cocktail, Spring Fling and a New Day in Dublin, featuring West Cork Irish Whisky. 477 S. 3rd St., Geneva. alchemistgeneva.com
Preservation — Geneva
Take in the tartly delicious In a Pickle or feel elegant sipping on the Regal Blush. 513 S. 3rd St., Geneva. preservationgeneva.com
French 75 — Aurora
Check out original cocktails like Mundy’s Mood with Elijah Craig Small Batch Bourbon or the Kickin’ Cherry Mule with jalapeño-infused tequila. 56 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora. french75gallery.com
Moto Imōto — St. Charles
Happy hour is a delicious mix of sumptuous drinks and yummy small bites. 181 S. 1st St., St. Charles. motoimoto.com
Pollyanna Brewing — St. Charles
Choose from barrel-aged, seasonal and year-round beers — make sure to check out their website for specific labels. 106 S. Riverside Ave., St. Charles. pollyannabrewing.com
Stockholm’s — Geneva
Enjoy a microbrew or one of their many crafted cocktails and martinis. 306 W. State St., Geneva. stockholmsbrewpub.com
Sidecar Supperclub — Batavia
A refreshing venue with plenty of beer, whiskey and cocktails. 12 N. River St., Batavia. sidecarsupperclub.com
The Hive Tavern & Eatery — St. Charles
Seasonally flavored and carefully crafted cocktails like the Whale & the Bee and Citrus Mules are worth a try. Cocktails may vary from season to season. 204 W. Main St., St. Charles. thehivestc.com
Coffeehouses
Alexander’s Café — Elgin
Nosh on a variety of breakfast fare while sipping on a mocha, frappuccino and more. 1725 N. State St., Elgin. alexanderscafe.com
Arcedium Coffeehouse — St. Charles
Fair Trade organic coffee featuring smoothies, Arcedium Arctics and classically styled lattes. 60 Indiana St., St. Charles. arcedium.com
Bocadito’s Café — Batavia
Check out their coffees options and bites to get your day going. 11 N. Batavia Ave., Batavia. bocaditos.cafe
Coffee Drop Shop — Geneva
From flavored to regional coffees and more, this shop slow-roasts its coffee beans every day. 227 S. 3rd St., Suite 107, Geneva. coffeedropshop.com
Hey Sugar — Geneva
Venture into the unknown with their Lavender Shakerato or the Indian sweet tea, among other classic coffee choices. 507 S. 3rd St., Geneva. heysugargeneva.com
Viator Coffee Co. — Elgin
Nosh on hot breakfast and baked goods while fueling up on their rich coffee. 51 S. Grove Ave., Elgin. viatorcoffeeco.com
Limestone Coffee & Tea — Batavia
Is anything better than a salted caramel latte when out and about? Don’t miss their other signature drinks alongside espresso and coffee choices. 8 W. Wilson St., Batavia. limestone.coffee
Maple Leaf Roasters — St. Charles
This cafe focuses on coffee, plus tea, cold brew and more. 1 Illinois St., St. Charles. mapleleafcafe.com