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Best Diners & Coffee Shops In Chicago

There's nothing like taking a time out from the noisy streets and relaxing at a coffee shop with your favorite cup of coffee. Check out some of the best coffee shops Chicago has to offer. All include free wi-fi so bring a laptop and enjoy.

Asado Coffee

1432 W Irving Park Rd
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 661-6530
asadocoffee.com

Kevin Ashtari, owner of Asado has said it took him over 1000 tries to make the perfect coffee and that hard work paid off. This shop roasts their own beans and serves the coffee fresh with a strong but tasty brew. They take coffee seriously at Asado and the friendly staff can answer any questions about coffee with ease.

Julius Meinl

3601 N Southport Ave.
Chicago IL 60613
(773) 883-1862

4363 N Lincoln Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
(773 )868-1876
meinl.com/northamerica/home.html

Julius Meinl offers a variety of coffee from lattes to cappuccinos to moccas and more. Of course, if you aren't in the mood for coffee there are also plenty of loose leaf teas available. Or how about hot apple cider or even peppermint hot chocolate? All to go great with breakfast or even light lunches they offer such as: pastries, soups, salads, and more.

The Wormhole

1462 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
thewormholecoffee.com

You may have heard of this coffee shop be called the "Back to the Future" Coffee shop. Walking into The Wormhole the first thing you notice is the DeLorean sitting by the window and plenty of 1980s pop culture items from movies like Star Wars and Ghostbusters. Once all that is done stealing your attention the espresso or fresh vanilla latte will blow you away. Or better yet, who wouldn't love cocoa puffs with espresso in it? So do a little "time traveling" and stop on by.

Star Lounge Cafe

2521 W Chicago Ave
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 384-7827
starloungecoffee.com

Star Lounge is an artsy café with a unique selection of beans they roast themselves and the owner even flies out to find great coffee beans thus creating the perfect cup of coffee. They also sell sandwiches and baked goods to complete the meal. Loose leaf and ice teas also available.

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