These Two Hidden Coffee Gems of Chicago are a Must Sip

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by Kara Machowski

 

    Even the average Starbucks lover needs a break from the high pact sugary drinks, along with the lines, pretentious patrons and feeling like we are feeding the Man. Here are the two highest rated hidden coffee shops in the loop of Chicago.

Pickwick Coffee
22 E Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60604

The Pickwick Company has been around for 160 years, originating as a stable back in 1857. Pickwick fell victim of the Great Chicago Fire but was rebuilt as the smallest south loop two story structure. For the next decade the Col. Abson’s Chop House became a staple for bankers, politicians and actors being that it was down an alley way and hard for the average patron to locate. Later added a third story and had the building raised over the next century where it was converted to a coffee house in 2013.
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Now Pickwick Coffee prides themselves in serving the freshest brew in all of Chicago, but not only do they have fresh coffee, but are also located down the same alley way as it once was. There’s something a bit magical when you find a hidden Chicago staple, especially when you learn the history of the building and how much pride the owners take in their cup-o-Joe.

Hero Coffee Printer’s Row
439 S Dearborn St
Chicago, IL 60605
312.631.3269 | Dearborn.Leader@hero-coffee.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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One of the coolest places to visit in Chicago has to be Printer’s Row. Its home of some of the original printing houses and where the most famous writers of our time and the past traversed. Hemingway was known to have been a patron of the  neighborhood that has resided in Chicago for over a century and a half.  

Hero Coffee Printer’s Row is part of a small Chicago chain that has become a favorite of many locals. Not only do their barista’s pride themselves in being able to create a delicious cup of coffee, but they slam out some delicious munchies. They fresh make their breakfast sandwiches that are served on a bagel or bagelette (your choice) and have some appetizing donuts. They also serve lunch sandwiches and salads, making it an opportune spot to post up for hours while working on your latest novel or homework.