Small Italian cafes serving subs, panini, and slices of pizza. Wash lunch down with an espresso and biscotti as well as gelato. Fine selection of groceries, deli counter and Italian cookies. Michigan Avenue location has a small bar.

Fresh roasted beans of the highest quality. Minimally designed shop.

Fresh roasted beans of the highest quality. Minimally designed shop.

Tiny unassuming space to pick up some of Chicago’ s most interesting roasts or a cup; down the alley.

One of the places in Chicago to enjoy pintos and a serious selection of cava. Serious about authentic Spanish foods.

European open-faced sandwiches served in pleasant cafe. Small and fully of flavor; try the Slovak, Kabanosy, Picante, Herring, Sardinella and Boquerone.

Gone But Not Forgotten: Locally focused coffeehouse serving breakfast and lunch close to where Winnebago meets Willy. Simple menu and vegan friendly.

Modern craft cocktail bar with interesting menu of New Orleans inspired foods.

Relaxing, welcoming and extra charming West Village cafe. Lovely coffee, wine and snacks in modern woodsy setting. Jazz records play in the background and live jazz beneath. Large windows open to the streets; nearly perfect.

Warm and inviting coffee shop with lots of wood in the west West Village.