Chicago, IL
For Coffee in Chicago, the local food press points to Milli by Metric, Side Practice Coffee, and Rivers and Roads Cafe. Picks from The Infatuation, updated June 2026.
Editor’s picks
Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in The Infatuation. Updated June 2026.
Milli by Metric · Avondale
Excellent pastries and plenty of seating. a favorite for working in public.
Side Practice Coffee · Ravenswood
The Infatuation highlights thoughtfully curated coffee with Filipino-inspired specials and a community-center vibe.
Rivers and Roads Cafe · Edgewater
The Infatuation's national-park-themed cafe pick near Loyola. Bagels, pastries and house-baked goods.
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