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Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea

3.8 (70 reviews)
Closed • 6:30 am - 6:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Good for working
Good for kids
Dogs allowed

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Claire W.

I have been coming to fairgrounds for years and both of their locations have really great coffee. While the loop one is more grab and go, this one has lots of seating and is a good place to work. Their breakfast tacos are very tasty, and all of their coffees on tap are fun, unique and good!

Stacy R.

I stumbled across this little coffee shop and it was absolutely adorable! I met the sweetest lady named Iris, who was so kind, informative, and helpful. She recommended their new Pumpkin Cold Brew, which was delicious--and even better, I got to see that they make their pumpkin and banana date syrups in-house (so much better than the artificial stuff). The seasonal drink was amazing, but honestly, the true highlight was the hospitality from Iris. She's the reason this place is an easy 5 stars!

Rhonda F.

I stopped in to grab a quick beverage. The spacious coffee shop sits on a corner with floor to ceiling windows all around. The room is stylish and offers plenty of seating. The food and beverage selection is diverse. I chose a cold can of tea. It tasted great. Unfortunately the girl at the counter did her job but nothing more. No smile. No greeting or thank you.

They say open till 8 pm. This was the scene inside at 7:13 pm!!
Lisa L.

Their sign and their employee confirmed they close at 8 pm. Well we walked in at 7:13 pm and all the chairs were up on the tables. I ordered a Vietnamese coffee and was told they can't make that since it's so late. If you close at 8 pm then close at 8 pm not 7:13 pm! No thanks!

Shaken Espresso

Aubri the best cup of coffee I've ever had! Excellent vegan and gf breakfast! Quick and courteous service. Perfect ambiance for a coffee shop!

Aditi S.

I checked out this coffee shop while I was on the area. It was crowded which I took as a good sign and ordered a vanilla latte. It came out quickly and I was able to find a place to sit and enjoy it. Unfortunately, the latte was way too sweet and not that great. Wish I'd enjoyed it since I've heard good things about the coffee here.

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Katherine Y.

cute spot with a nice interior and it is good for working remotely although the music can be a bit loud at times. there are a lot of snack options and even some merch. the drink i got was the honey lavender latte, iced with oat milk, and it was VERY concentrated in terms of sweetness. i didn't love it. the baristas were nice however.

Alice W.

Met some friends here on a late Saturday afternoon and had such a great time. This coffee shop is cozy, but not too loud. It was a bit tough to find seating for four people, but luckily someone was leaving a big table so we snagged it. The staff we interacted with throughout ordering and receiving our food were all very friendly and answered questions about the menu. They were also accommodating when my friend noted an allergy and took time to break down the ingredients used with her. I had the turkey club and iced green tea (which I forgot to take a picture of the tea) and was impressed with the quality and price for both items! The tea was not overwhelming or watered down. The turkey club was well portioned and very tasty. Plus, in my book, getting tots with a sandwich is always fantastic! I almost couldn't finish all the food and shared some tots with my friends. I can't wait to come back here and try more of their drinks and food. Everything my friends had was also great. Whether you're looking to spend time with others or get work done, Fairgrounds is definitely the spot!

Latte with oat milk

Great Latte at a Fair Price I had a very solid iced latte with oat milk here. At $5.50 before tax, it's reasonably priced for the quality. The service is quick, and the drink is consistently well-made every time I visit. Definitely a reliable choice for a good latte in River North!

Swee Peach Blossom White (Bb), sweet potato salad

Super yummy sweet potato salad!! Took less than 10 minutes too. The place is very aesthetic and has a lot of spaced out seating. Open until 6:30 so thats nice. Prices arent bad too! Also love that it sells looseleaf teas.

Kate M.

Such a great spot to post up for a few hours and get some work done! The space is stunning with large windows, cozy couches, and lots of tables and seating. The wifi connection is great and there's good music playing. It wasn't too loud so I was able to still have meetings without feeling like they could hear the music on my end. The staff member who took my order was such a joy!! I asked for a drink recommendation that was creamy and a little sweet and she suggested the Vietnamese iced coffee. This is complete with condensed milk, cinnamon, milk, and garnished with a mint leaf. Truly the perfect iced beverage! And yes, it's 15 degrees out and I ordered an iced drink. No judgement please! I also ordered the South x Southwest salad. Dang, this is one gorgeous salad and definitely made me feel healthy. It's BIG and I was able to take a little over half home with me. The dressing it's served with was really tasty! Truly a wonderful coffeeshop. Can't wait to come back!

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Obsessed with their new salted honey cold brew, so delicious!! Also been loving their fire roasted chicken sandwich.

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Good ambiance and service, poor food, left of heating rack too long and stale. Would not go again. Also the $13 burritos was pretty small!

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What a place. This is so much more than just a coffee house. Tons of options, great ambience, and…read moregenuinely kind people. We started with a mocha, a solid, well-balanced drink that wasn't overly sweet and was just perfect. We didn't plan on eating here, but the menu was way too tempting. We ordered the cinnamon roll, and wow. This was insanely good. Most cinnamon rolls in the U.S. feel like sugar-heavy, cinnamon-flavored buns, but this one was light, flavorful, and beautifully made. The irimshik on top really elevated it, subtle, warm, and just sweet enough. Easy 10/10. Next was the cottage cheese pancake, which was also very good. It had a generous amount of cottage cheese stuffed inside, and paired with the sweet irimshik dip, the dish came together really well. 9/10. We then tried the qattama. It was good. flaky, crispy, and reminded me of a paratha. It came with a sour irimshik dip. While each component was good, I felt the qattama would shine more with a gravy-based dish. 7/10. Finally, we ordered the Nan Salma pasta. It's a tarry-based white sauce pasta with a unique flavor profile, and it was genuinely yum. Definitely something different and worth trying. Highly recommend it. 8/10. You have space to sit down and work as well. Service was good too. Some of the dishes might take 7-10mins to get prepared. It's not like your daily coffee shop who have stuff ready to go Overall, a great spot with unique food and a welcoming vibe. Definitely coming back. 9/10

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Got the hot honey oat latte. This latte was amazing. Super nutty with a nice foam on top, and the…read moreflavor was really balanced. Not too sweet with the perfect amount of bitterness. The space is cute but on the smaller side, so not ideal for long stays. Service was great though, the server was smiling and really welcoming. They're known for their Italian-style coffee blending, using beans from different regions around the world to create a more balanced and complex flavor, which you can definitely taste in the drink.

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