Heritage Outpost

Locally roasted coffee & pastries in a bright, lofty space that’s an offshoot of a bicycle shop.

caramel latte
Caramel latte

“Heritage is a mash-up of two concepts and cultures that really go hand in hand: bikes and coffee,” says this coffee shop’s website and honestly, what doesn’t pair well with coffee (coffee and running? coffee and books? coffee and podcasts?).

This particular location was close to my doctor’s office but I’d probably go to the one on Wilson if I wanted to sit and read. I’d also like to check out the Heritage Bicycles General Store this summer.

Neighborhood: Uptown

Hours: Monday-Sunday 7am-7pm

Closest CTA stop: Lawrence/Wilson Red Line

Rating (out of 5) : 4

New Wave Coffee

This chill coffeehouse with java & sandwiches has colorful floors, exposed-brick walls & artwork.

Nutella Mocha
Skim Nutella mocha

Happy New Year! This was my first coffee shop of the year. I ordered an 8 ounce skim Nutella mocha though they had all the staples. There was a ton of space and tables to choose from (though that could have been due to the holiday).

Neighborhood: Logan Square

Hours: Monday-Sunday 7am-9pm

Closest CTA stop: Logan Square Blue Line

Rating (out of 5) : 3