This is such a fantastic gem in Elgin. Great atmosphere, decor, and especially food. I’m dairy and gluten free. They made me an excellent breakfast sandwich and soy chai tea.
Wonderful!!
Wonderful gem in the heart of downtown Elgin. Found this place on Groupon and with my sister being a Doctor Who fan I figured I would snatch it up. I've been there twice now and both times the staff was friendly and helpful. The coffee is Starbucks priced in my opinion but that doesn't bother me in the slightest as I'm a SBux addict lol. ($5.85ish for a large Iced Magic Bar coffee). We ate this last time and we were pleasantly aurprised. We both got sandwiches and some of the soup of the day. Everything was great. The soup tasted homemade. Blue Box is def on my new fav list for coffee. Their English tea is on my to try list to! Kudos.
This place is great, delicious coffee, freshly made sandwiches. Even though indoor dining is restricted it’s in a very nice spot to walk around and drink coffee. Highly recommended!
We always have very good food & the staff is very kind and happy. Looking forward to when we can eat in the cafe, sit and relax. The selection of soups and sandwiches are to die for, well maybe die for but are out of this world like the Tarrus did I spell that correctly. Anyway the prices are very good for the quality of food you get. Good job staff, take care and be good and stay healthy.
Jim M
Blue Box is now open for takeout during the COVID-19 pandemic. Yesterday we got a couple lunch sandwiches and ate out front at tables on the curb. The Submarine Italiano and the Turkey Ranch were both fantastic. Clearly created with care they were loaded with stuff. Noting sparse about it. We were first-timers here but we'll definitely be back!
This place gets 5 stars all day! The food is fresh and the coffee is great! Very friendly atmosphere and staff! Amazing place to go get some lunch! No point in going to a Starbucks when there is a local gem like this!
Super chill place in downtown Elgin for tasty sandwiches and salads, plus coffee, too. They have the option to build your own sandwich, and I really like that they use Boar's Head deli meats. Oh, and they have a subtle Dr. Who theme going on, which might be a plus if you're into that!
Went for the first time today. My sandwich was fabulous. Definitely will be going back!
Love this place. We've become big Doctor Who fans in our family, and there's a lot of fun stuff here. Good food, drinks and service.
Soup and sandwiches with character. Pretty decent soup and sandwiches. I'm not a big fan of Dr Who, but that didn't stop me from enjoying their food. The staff always brightens my day too. They also have very cozy gatherings from time to time.
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