And yet, there’s still a better way: making your daily cup at home, where you can control the quality (roasts, brew times, gear, techniques) and - most importantly - the price. Sure, there’s still a Starbucks on every corner, but it probably sits adjacent an indie shop hawking beans of a much more rigorous pedigree. “Let’s sit next to each other for multiple hours and do work while not talking and drinking lots of coffee.Finding a good cup of coffee in Chicago isn’t hard these days. I like going to Gaslight with a friend and having a laptop date. But beware, you usually have to keep your eyes peeled to grab a chair/table at peak times during the day. Gaslight is probably one of the busiest spots on this list, but it’s still a great place to get some studying or work done at. Gaslight Coffee Roasters Credit: Bon Appetit Located: 1117 W Belmont Ave., Chicago, IL 60657 5. If you fall in love with the coffee served at Osmium and want to make it at home, check out their online store. where they sell a ton of different roasts and blends of their Dark Matter coffee. My favorite drink to get at Osmium is an agave latte. The staff at Osmium is also incredible and I’ve always had pleasant experiences there. Their graphic design is on point (something only I would point out.) I love the layout of the cafe and how bright and vibrant the colors are at Osmium. This bar is located right off the Belmont Red Line and is another go-to of mine. Located: 1644 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 4. I usually order my drink downstairs, and then mosey my way upstairs to settle in and snag a seat close to an outlet 😉 The shop in Wicker Park also has two levels, which I like. It also has an awesome ambiance and calmness about it that is perfect for getting work done. The store is a short walk from the Blue Line Train and decorated beautifully. Seriously, if you haven’t been to Buzz yet, please go.īuzz is located in Wicker Park which is one of my all-time favorite places to hang out in Chicago. Buzz: Killer Espresso Credit: Eater Chicago Location: 1325 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL 60640 3. The decor in this location is also very aesthetically pleasing, with a large wall that reads “Money can’t buy happiness, but it can buy coffee.” Amen to that. I love sitting at Heritage Outpost, with a good cup of coffee, and people watching everyone that bustles through the doors. While that may sound problematic on paper, (interweb?), it actually works out flawlessly. They serve tequila at this coffee shop!Īnother thing I love about this location is that it is actually located in a hotel lobby. Heritage Outpost is a coffee shop/bar/bakery all rolled into one. It looked too good to be true, but alas, it was perfect. I personally decided to make my way over to Heritage Outpost after seeing one-too-many Instagram posts about it on my feed. Heritage Outpost is the sister coffee shop of the Heritage location mentioned above.
Heritage mentioned twice on this list?! Sorry, but it’s simply just too good to pass up. Located: 2959 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60657 2. My favorite things to get are a latte, and a biscuit (they bring them in from Bang Bang Pie!) The coffee and drinks at this shop are delicious and I love the pastries, too.
It actually adds a nice novelty element and is fun to watch on a study break. Don’t worry, though, the bike side of the building isn’t loud or out of place. This location is half bike shop, half cafe.
It’s basically what I want my future kitchen/home to look like. The decor in the shop is extremely minimalistic (and beautiful). Heritage is snuggled in a perfect location in Lakeview, with just enough hustle + bustle around, but not so much that it’s distracting. Yes, there is both bicycles and coffee at this place. If you happen to visit this location on a Friday/Saturday, I will most likely be there. This is the hands down the coffee shop I frequent the most in Chicago. I know how important that can be! 🙂 The Best Chicago Coffee + Coffee Shops 1. Yes, I have tried all of the Wifi connections at all of these locations and yes, they all work well. (Am I okay?) Well, I’m a night owl and a college student! Give me a break. I can’t remember the last time I went a day without drinking it. So I’ve decided to round-up the best Chicago coffee!Ĭoffee is the juice that keeps me going on long days and drags me out of bed on cold mornings. If you’re anything like me, coffee is very important. The 5 places I’ve listed below are my tried and true spots and get the Emma Lenhart stamp of approval. These places are (in my opinion) the best Chicago coffee shops. So, I did the work for you and compiled a list for you to refer to in your pursuit to find the perfect cup of joe. I know how boring it can be to work/study in the same old spots, and I also know how expansive the city of Chicago is. As a recent Chicago newbie, I set out on a mission to survey the streets to find the best Chicago coffee and coffee shops.
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