“ Today tried the Cortado restaurant and was not disappointed. Had a wonderful snickerdoodle hot coffee with delicious avocado toast. It's a nice clean cafe... order and they bring your drink & food to you. There is more on the menu that I'd like to try. ”

“ The barista working at 9am on Wednesday today made me the BEST oatmeal cookie latte I have ever gotten from Cortado. It was absolutely amazing! ”

“ Decided to try out Cortado on my lunch break. All in all, I was pretty impressed. The decor is nice, and the cafe reminds me of some of the places I'd stop in New York. The prices were a bit expensive for a sandwich and soda, but the ingredients were all fresh and delicious. The falafel was very good for a quick lunch spot, but not something I think I'll be craving. The Vietnamese sandwich was delicious, the chicken was prepared great, and there are plenty of toppings. I do feel the flavor at times was overpowered by the amount of cilantro, but that was solved easily enough by taking some off. ”

“ Good healthy, flavorful food! Service was a bit slow from order to ready. Lunchtime was busy. Students were taking up all of the available seats chatting or studying - not eating which was a problem. We had to carryout when we preferred to eat in. ”

“ The hummus & pita is on another level. The staff are very friendly & helpful. We also got chai latte & coffee both were good. I recommend this if you are visiting this small city. ”

“ I found this spot randomly when looking for a quality cafe/coffee spot with healthy lunch options. We were certainly pleased with the quality and selections. I didn't do the coffee but my friend enjoyed her iced latte. We shared an almond croissant and I must say, I'm generally not drawn to them. But THIS one just begged to be tried and it was the BEST pastry I've had, in ages. Truly so fresh, flakey and moist. I had to buy another to go as they are my moms favorite. Absolutely try them or get one for dessert, afternoon snack, or just because they are fabulous. Since we were meeting up to connect after far too long, we did a progressive lunch of sorts. The deconstructed falafel bowl was an easy choice for me as I wanted to get plenty of veg but also enjoy the classic Mediterranean flavors. These falafel are crafted very well - the herbs, spices, texture & quantity all make this salad top notch as a light but filling lunch. The thin layer of hummus underneath the salad made for a nice dressing of sorts. With the side of pita, I might have liked a bit more hummus to enjoy but ultimately had more food than I needed so truly can't complain. We split a few other treats for dessert - the cookie butter macaroon and the tiramisu parfait. The cookie was tasty, classic and certainly sweet. With a coffee alongside I think it would be a great treat to end a meal. The tiramisu was my choice and the espresso flavor I was craving paired with the creamy layers was just what I needed to end the meal. Definitely would come back another time when in the area to enjoy it all again, or maybe try more! The freshness and flavors of each item were impressive and I highly recommend you check this spot out if you haven't yet! ”

“ The honey lavender latte was very good, cold brew was good (not great) and I liked the hummus. Everyone was friendly and the service was quick. ”

“ I believe everyone should believe in something. I believe I will have another coffee. Coffee shops are plentiful in downtown IC but Cortado is not like the rest. It's got a big city vibe with both European and Mediterranean flare. They have baked pastries and fresh sandwiches, salads, and soups. And I can't wait to try their hummus and falafel my next trip. I've always enjoyed the food they've served out at IC Top Chef! The menu is definitely well executed. The shop boasts a cute little patio. I'd probably try metered parking but the closest ramp would be the Capitol Street Ramp. (1st hour free.) It was a Friday. And I did not wake up on the right side of the bed, my friends. It was decided. I needed a pick-me-up. Cortado sounded like the answer. It is not open for in-house dining currently but is for takeout and delivery via CHOMP. I had an iced cappuccino. (Delish) And a ciabatta with egg, cheese and bacon. (Also delish.) I believe I'll be having many more coffees from Cortado. You should, too! ”

“ What a pleasant surprise Cortado was. Having never been in here, we stopped by Sunday afternoon. First impressions were that this was not your normal hipster, dark, brooding, coffee shop which is dimly lit and filled with dark furniture. Cortado it bright, modern, vibrant. Whereas some coffee shops provide an atmosphere suitable for quit reflection (or napping), Cortado felt more like an upbeat, have a laugh, kind of a place. The service was fast and the coffee was good. Their beverage menu isnt extensive, but offers enough variety to appease even the most choosy of customers. I also had my very first macaroon from their selection of 10 or so different flavors. All in all, a good coffee shop which isnt designed for the customer to sit for hours at a time, but rather for a nice conversation while you take a load off. ”