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Chicago's specialty coffee scene runs deep and hits hard, much like the city itself. What began with pioneering roasters setting up shop in converted warehouses has grown into one of the most respected coffee cultures in the Midwest, and increasingly, the country.
West Town and Wicker Park anchor the scene with a dense concentration of roaster-cafes.
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Portage Park
Neighborhood roastery brewing fresh-roasted beans with direct farm relationships since 2014
Opens at 7:00 AM
Big Shoulders Coffee
West Town
On-site roastery led by 2025 US Coffee Roasting Champion Diego, with seasonal small-batch roasts and expert pour overs
Opens at 7:00 AM
Counter Culture Coffee Training Center
Fulton Market District
Counter Culture's education hub for specialty coffee training, cupping sessions, and equipment exploration
Blue Bottle Coffee
River North
Oakland roaster's River North outpost showcasing their signature meticulous approach with riverfront views
Opens at 6:30 AM
Big Shoulders Coffee
Chicago Loop
On-site roastery led by 2025 US Coffee Roasting Champion Diego, with small-batch seasonal roasts in the Loop
Opens at 7:00 AM
Tasa Coffee Roasters
Humboldt Park
Latina-owned roastery focusing on women-owned farm sourcing with house-roasted beans and creative seasonal drinks
Opens at 7:00 AMPour-Over & Filter Coffee
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Portage Park
Neighborhood roastery brewing fresh-roasted beans with direct farm relationships since 2014
Opens at 7:00 AMBig Shoulders Coffee
West Town
On-site roastery led by 2025 US Coffee Roasting Champion Diego, with seasonal small-batch roasts and expert pour overs
Opens at 7:00 AMCounter Culture Coffee Training Center
Fulton Market District
Counter Culture's education hub for specialty coffee training, cupping sessions, and equipment exploration
Blue Bottle Coffee
River North
Oakland roaster's River North outpost showcasing their signature meticulous approach with riverfront views
Opens at 6:30 AMBig Shoulders Coffee
Chicago Loop
On-site roastery led by 2025 US Coffee Roasting Champion Diego, with small-batch seasonal roasts in the Loop
Opens at 7:00 AMTasa Coffee Roasters
Humboldt Park
Latina-owned roastery focusing on women-owned farm sourcing with house-roasted beans and creative seasonal drinks
Opens at 7:00 AMEspresso Focused
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Portage Park
Neighborhood roastery brewing fresh-roasted beans with direct farm relationships since 2014
Opens at 7:00 AMBig Shoulders Coffee
West Town
On-site roastery led by 2025 US Coffee Roasting Champion Diego, with seasonal small-batch roasts and expert pour overs
Opens at 7:00 AMCounter Culture Coffee Training Center
Fulton Market District
Counter Culture's education hub for specialty coffee training, cupping sessions, and equipment exploration
Blue Bottle Coffee
River North
Oakland roaster's River North outpost showcasing their signature meticulous approach with riverfront views
Opens at 6:30 AMBig Shoulders Coffee
Chicago Loop
On-site roastery led by 2025 US Coffee Roasting Champion Diego, with small-batch seasonal roasts in the Loop
Opens at 7:00 AMTasa Coffee Roasters
Humboldt Park
Latina-owned roastery focusing on women-owned farm sourcing with house-roasted beans and creative seasonal drinks
Opens at 7:00 AMCafés with Food
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Portage Park
Neighborhood roastery brewing fresh-roasted beans with direct farm relationships since 2014
Opens at 7:00 AMBig Shoulders Coffee
West Town
On-site roastery led by 2025 US Coffee Roasting Champion Diego, with seasonal small-batch roasts and expert pour overs
Opens at 7:00 AMBlue Bottle Coffee
River North
Oakland roaster's River North outpost showcasing their signature meticulous approach with riverfront views
Opens at 6:30 AMBig Shoulders Coffee
Chicago Loop
On-site roastery led by 2025 US Coffee Roasting Champion Diego, with small-batch seasonal roasts in the Loop
Opens at 7:00 AMTasa Coffee Roasters
Humboldt Park
Latina-owned roastery focusing on women-owned farm sourcing with house-roasted beans and creative seasonal drinks
Opens at 7:00 AM
Drip Collective
Fulton Market District
Artisan coffee cocktails and thoughtfully crafted lattes in a creative Fulton Market space with DJ sets
Opens at 7:00 AMFrequently Asked Questions
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