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Two Shades Cafe

5 reviews$$$$Closed7am - 4pm
☕Coffee Shop✨Solo OutingWorkAndStudy🏙️Modern👕Casual
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📍1152 W Taylor St (Racine), Chicago, IL 60607, US
📞(312) 820-9147
🌐twoshadescafe.com
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Business Hours
Monday
7am - 4pm
Tuesday
7am - 4pm
Wednesday
7am - 4pm
Thursday
7am - 4pm
Friday
7am - 4pm
Saturday
8am - 4pm
Sunday
8am - 4pm

*Business hours may change on holidays

Two Shades Cafe
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📍1152 W Taylor St (Racine), Chicago, IL 60607, US
📞(312) 820-9147
🌐twoshadescafe.com
📋View menu
Business Hours
Monday
7am - 4pm
Tuesday
7am - 4pm
Wednesday
7am - 4pm
Thursday
7am - 4pm
Friday
7am - 4pm
Saturday
8am - 4pm
Sunday
8am - 4pm

*Business hours may change on holidays

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About

Two Shades Cafe is a modern, eco-conscious coffee shop on W Taylor St in Chicago's University Village neighborhood. The cafe specializes in shade-grown coffee varieties and a thoughtful selection of drinks that includes options like masala chai alongside the classics. A strong lineup of vegan and vegetarian food options makes it a welcoming stop for a range of dietary preferences. The space is praised for its Instagram-worthy decor and laid-back atmosphere, well-suited for solo work sessions and long study afternoons. Guests consistently highlight the friendly staff and the inviting scent of fresh coffee that greets you at the door.

Highlights

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Shade-grown coffeeEvery cup is brewed from eco-friendly, shade-grown coffee varieties.
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Vegan and veg optionsA wide range of plant-based food and drink choices suits every preference.
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Top study spotTables, outlets, and a calm atmosphere make it a favorite for focused work.
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Instagram-worthy decorThe modern, thoughtfully designed interior doubles as a great photo backdrop.

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Two Shades Cafe is located at 1152 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607, in the University Village neighborhood near the intersection of Racine Ave and May St, close to UIC.

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