Wanted to give a shout-out to my favorite local coffee shop, Blue Max Coffee, in Forest Park. They roast their beans on-site, and one blend is better than the next, though my current favorite is "Tanzania." This is a place where you can get a great, full-bodied, hot cup of coffee -- or any espresso-based drink -- and it's always done right. Food is great, too-- as is service. Absolute best coffee around.
Blue Max Coffee
bluemaxcoffee.com
26 Lathrop Ave.
Forest Park, IL 60130
ph 708-366-9224