Gloria Jean’s Coffees

This has been my favorite place to get iced coffee since I was in high school! So glad they added a more convenient location than in the mall! Best coffee in town! My favorite is the white chocolate caramel cookie chiller!

I go to Gloria Jean’s mostly because it is a convenient location for me. The last few times I went inside, the workers were very nice and made good suggestions when I didn’t know exactly what I wanted. I have never been dissatisfied with the way my drink has tasted when going here, so I feel that it’s sometimes worth the splurge. The only thing negative I could say is that they can be a little slow getting your order ready, especially in the morning in the drive-​thru.

I really appreciate Gloria Jean’s on Raab Road (Which is a different franchisee from the one in the Mall.). The staff is incredibly well-​trained, courteous, friendly, and pleasant. I often do work in there, and the baristas are always upbeat, knowledgable of their offerings, and happy to say hello to regulars and newcomers alike. Their drive-​thru window appears to be heavily utilized by students/​staff on their way to/​from nearby Heartland Community College; but wait times are short and orders are filled promptly and properly. The free wi-​fi and abundant and comfortable seating makes it a great place to meet friends or do work. My only concern becomes that it’s more expensive than other coffee options in town, which sometimes can dissuade. However, days you don’t feel like paying for or seeking out a hidden parking spot, escaping the Downtown/​Uptown crush, or don’t mind the extra 50 – 100 cents for a mocha, this is really a great option.

Good coffee, unbearably slow internet
Internet so slow I can’t even load speedtest, or look at google maps.

Tomato toMAto, right?
No, not every latte is the same. And if you get to Gloria’s totally overwhelmed by their 4 boards full of coffee selections, espresso, chilled, whole bean, the staff will be more than happy to walk you through it. I’m told certain espresso machines are better than others… maybe a Barista babe or bro reading this will appreciate that they operate a La Marzocco. All I know, is my latte had espresso in it and IT perked me right up!
This weary traveler was close to St. Louis, her destination, and that latte helped me on the final stretch.
I’ll keep this in mind for my next trip up to Chi-​town.

This place is really good! It’s also right by my school! So that way, at break I can pop over there and get some coffee. =) Everything I have had here is wonderful! You just can’t go wrong!

Do you like uppity caffeinated sugary hot or cold drinks for $ 5? Yeah, I’m kind of addicted to and Gloria Jean’s in North Normal delivers.
Happy Points: They have more syrup flavors than $tarbucks and quite creative frozen slushish drinks too.
Bonus: When you order they bring it out to the table you’re sitting at. Nice touch :-)
Bonus Bonus: Outlets line the long bench so you won’t have a problem getting your electric on.
Negative: Glitchy itchy wi-​fi. It’s free but temperamental like tween girl. Be sure to walk up to the sign at the counter and get the code to get into the wi-​fi. And despite what the sign says, do NOT capitalize the c
Positive: Its not at the mall so you do not have to deal with screaming kids!
Glad its here, hope it stays and love the comfy chairs they just added to the décor.