Forget about Seattle, Chicago is indeed the most caffeinated city in America. With midpoint Chicagoans spending nearly three times the national midpoint at coffeehouses, it's no surprise that the Windy City is home to some unique cafes. For those new to Chicago, you must pay patronage to the java gods by getting your caffeine buzz at least once from this list of Chicago's most aroma-arousing cafes and coffeehouses.
10. Earwax - (1561 N. Milwaukee - Wicker Park) - This un-aptly-named vegan brunch diner is just one of Wicker Park's peculiar places to score some joe. Don't let the name fool you, local hipsters speak very of Earwax's bottomless cup of coffee. After you get your fix, check out the foreign film rental establishment below.
9. Mercury Cafe - (1505 W. Chicago - East Village) The gargantuan space within Mercury Café makes it a great place for gatherings of friends or other meetups. Or you can just separate yourself and enjoy the tea, coffee, and espresso drinks ready on their robust menu.
8. Wormhole - (1462 N. Milwaukee - Wicker Park) Make no mistake, this Wicker Park café is hipster-approved and certified. A charming place with an indeed funky vibe apparent from the variety of toys and novelty items decorating the walls. The pop-culture savvy will appreciate the humorous references to old-school video games, films, and Internet memes.
7. @Spot Café - (901 N. Larrabee - Noble Square) - A family-owned gastronome food and drink café with award-winning Paninis. This comfortable coffeehouse is a great place to relax and enjoy some local musicians or recognize the art on the walls.
6. Bridgeport Coffee company - (3101 S. Morgan road - Bridgeport) possibly the best café in Chicago's south side, the Bridgeport Coffee company is a part of the neighborhood's history. Wi-fi, coffee, sandwiches, and fresh flowers on the tables - what more could you ask for?
5. Unicorn Café - (1723 Sherman Avenue - Evanston) Get away from the hustle and bustle of Chicago and take a trip just north of Chicago to check out this creative café in Evanston. A amiable place with a welcoming vibe may be just what new-in-town Chicagoans need to kick the big city blues.
4. Filter - (1373-75 N. Milwaukee - Wicker Park) It disappeared for some time, but the new and improved Filter has once again found its place as a staple of Wicker Park coffee. Thrift store décor and fullness of couches add to the comfy lounge environment where you can often find patrons with their indispensable laptops or groups of friends.
3. Caffe Streets - (1750 W. Agency - Bucktown) The wooden interiors give Caffe a rustic vibe excellent for enjoying their specialty coffees from distinct roasters. There's no Wi-fi, but this only adds to the down-home atmosphere, along with the amiable baristas.
2. Intelligentsia - (3123 N. Broadway - Lakeview) They have complicated locations now, but the most customary can be found along the busy Broadway Avenue in Lakeview. These guys take coffee seriously, indeed developing their own while working alongside growers. But don't let the hoity-toity attitude fool you, this café is just as accessible to the coarse man.
1.Julius Meinl - (4363 N. Lincoln - Lincoln Square) This international roaster offers a selection of prime coffee blends from all over the world. Known for impeccable service, fascinating food, and a vibe of sophistication, this is a great place for intimate conversation.
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Top 10 Cafes in Chicago
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