Zera Artisan Bakery

We had a wonderful coffee and breakfast experience this morning at Zera Artisan Bakery and it absolutely lived up to the hype! I ordered a mocha with peppermint added along with the everything bagel sandwich, and both were fantastic—rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care. My husband had a caramel latte and the caprese croissant, which he loved just as much. Everything we tried was delicious, and it was honestly hard to choose because all of the pastries looked amazing. We ended up taking some home to enjoy later! The café itself has a warm, cozy, and inviting ambience that makes you want to sit and linger awhile. Zera Artisan Bakery is definitely a must-stop if you're looking for a great local café. We highly recommend it to anyone in the area!

I drove about 30 miles to this stop on the Southern Illinois Coffee Trail and it was well worth the drive! I had a latte with oat milk…lavender and honey…delicious and beautifully presented. The toasted everything bagel was delicious. Service was super friendly and the quiet music provided the perfect setting to sit and study.

Nothing like having coffee and pastries inside of the bank vault ! I kept waiting for Matt Dillon to come and put me in jail ! Food is great. Coffee is wonderful. Many varieties to choose from. Atmosphere is great, a nice place for relaxing or chatting with friends and family.

The moment I opened the door and crossed the threshold, I was warmly welcomed. Sweet, kind voices greeted me right away, instantly making me feel at home. And if that wasn’t enough, the incredible smell of fresh baked goods and coffee beckoned me in from the street—it was like being wrapped in a cozy, delicious hug. I was planning to order a chai, but the seasonal selection of sage and rose caught my eye. Then the golden perfection of gooey butter cake screamed my name from under the glass case—impossible to resist! After placing my order, I took a little tour of the space. So many adorable seating vignettes, games available, and quiet corners to enjoy your sips and bites solo. Every detail was thoughtfully arranged. When my order arrived, I was wowed by the presentation—coffee and trea

The winter drink menu is what caught our eye when looking for a coffee break while exploring Route 3. Stars Hollow theme is so fun! I’m often skeptical about flavored coffees since they can taste so fake and overly sweet but whatever they use tastes so natural and real. Beautifully decorated/renovated building too. 10 out of 10 delicious coffee and experience. Can’t wait to come back!