Best Early-Morning Coffee Shops in Chicago

West Loop, Chicago

Family farm-to-cup Vietnamese Robusta from Buon Ma Thuot, roasted in-house and served via traditional phin brewing method.

Humboldt Park, Chicago

Globally-sourced specialty beans and cocktail-style coffee craftsmanship in Humboldt Park, a short walk from the 606 trail.

Lincoln Park, Chicago

Ukrainian-founded roastery crafting single-origin beans in-house since 2016 with direct farm relationships.

Ravenswood, Chicago

House-roasted specialty coffee from farm-direct sourcing with seasonal espresso drinks and brewing equipment.

Avondale, Chicago

Family-owned Colombian roastery pouring single-origin Latin American coffees with direct farm relationships.

Logan Square, Chicago

Proudly brewing Halfwit Coffee in a spacious Logan Square spot with outdoor seating and art-filled interiors.

Logan Square, Chicago

Artist-owned Logan Square walk-up window championing supply chain sustainability and thrival from seed to cup, with quad shots in every 16oz espresso drink.

Logan Square, Chicago

Rotating national roasters alongside anchor roaster Factotum, with espresso, drip, and pour-over in a modern Logan Square space.

West Loop, Chicago

In-house roasted single-origin coffee in West Loop, with espresso served traditionally with sparkling water.

Lake View, Chicago

In-house roasted single origins with pour-over focus, blending coffee science with free-spirited coffeehouse energy.