Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea – American
This lively, sun-drenched hub reimagines the coffee house as a whimsical playground for the senses, where the aroma of rotating artisanal roasts mingles with the delicate floral notes of premium loose-leaf teas. Guests can embark on a curated tasting journey with a customizable brew flight or indulge in a decadent Vosges chocolate truffle mocha, all while surrounded by an eclectic, high-energy atmosphere that celebrates the craft of the pour. From the golden glow of a turmeric mango latte to the precise art of a perfectly pulled cortado, every cup serves as an invitation to slow down and savor a world of bold, globally-inspired flavors.
12, South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60603 +13124489015 https://www.fairgrounds.cafe/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, aip, alkaline, detox, renal, tlc, volumetrics, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Menu
Brew Bar
A rotating selection of the best roasters around the country.
- Brew Bar Flight: Pick three rotating roasters for a flight
- Full Cup Rotating Roaster: A full cup of your favorite rotating roaster
Espresso & Matcha Bar
Choose a double shot of espresso or matcha, served hot or iced.
- Cortado: Double shot of espresso or matcha with steamed milk
- Cappuccino: Double shot of espresso or matcha with foamed milk
- Americano: Double shot of espresso or matcha with water
- Latte: Double shot of espresso or matcha with steamed milk
- Vosges Chocolate Truffle Mocha: Double shot of espresso or matcha with Vosges chocolate
Teas
Organic whole leaf tea, hot or iced. Available in 12oz or 16oz.
- 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 with milk
- Turmeric Ginger Latte: Organic whole leaf tea with milk
- 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 signature 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
- 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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