Fairgrounds Coffee – American
This vibrant, whimsical destination invites guests into a world of craft and curiosity, where the air is thick with the rich scent of small-batch roasts and the delicate perfume of steeping jasmine. Whether sipping through a curated Brew Bar flight or indulging in a decadent mocha swirled with Vosges chocolate, every cup is a masterclass in flavor that bridges the gap between traditional coffee culture and imaginative innovation.
5500, South University Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60637 +18722447270 https://www.fairgrounds.cafe/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Brew Bar
A rotating selection of the best roasters around the country.
- Brew Bar Flight: Pick three roasters for a flight
- Full Cup Brew: Rotating selection of roasters
Espresso & Matcha Bar
Choose your base (Espresso or Matcha) and drink type.
- Cortado: Espresso or Matcha base
- Cappuccino: Espresso or Matcha base
- Americano: Espresso or Matcha base
- Latte: Espresso or Matcha base
- Vosges Chocolate Truffle Mocha: Espresso or Matcha base, Vosges chocolate
Teas
Organic whole leaf tea, served hot or iced.
- Moonlight Jasmine Green: Organic whole leaf tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Peach Blossom White Tea: Organic whole leaf tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Turmeric Mango: Organic whole leaf tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Blueberry Rooibos: Organic whole leaf tea
- Dandelion Detox Pu-Erh: Organic whole leaf tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- China Breakfast: Organic whole leaf tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Earl Grey Lavender: Organic whole leaf tea
- Coconut Oolong: Organic whole leaf tea
- Chai Tea Latte: Organic whole leaf tea
- Turmeric Ginger Latte: Organic whole leaf tea
- Omija Berry Blush: Organic whole leaf tea Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Elixirs
Permanent year-round specialty elixirs.
- Alternative Energy: Black & tan coffee, grass fed butter, coconut oil
- Power Flower Milk Tea: Matcha, Jasmine Butterfly Pea Flower Tea, jasmine simple syrup, coconut milk
- Vosges Hot Chocolate: Vosges fair trade cocoa, black salt coconut caramel marshmallow
- Vietnamese Cold Brew: Condensed milk, cold brew on draft, mint and cinnamon
- Grandpa Irv’s Espresso Old Fashioned: Espresso, walnut bitters, orange peel, simple syrup
- Vosges Coconut Charcoal Elixir: Charcoal, 100% cacao chocolate, coconut puree, coconut water
- Sticky Chai Tea Latte: Fresh Chai soaked in Buckwheat Honey, choice of milk
Seasonal Elixirs
Limited time seasonal offerings.
- Butterscotch Chai: Butterscotch infused Chai Tea, Salted Caramel, Cinnamon
- Maple Sweet Potato Latte: Espresso, Sweet Potato, Maple Syrup, Toasted Pepitas, Spiced Whipped Cream
- Spiced Pear Matcha Latte: Matcha, Spiced Pear, Cinnamon, Vanilla, Almond Milk
- Seasonal Elixir Flight: Butterscotch Chai, Maple Sweet Potato Latte, Spiced Pear Matcha Latte
Add-ons
- Organic Flavor Shot: Vanilla, Caramel, or Seasonal Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, GERD-Friendly
- Extra Espresso Shot
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