CityGrounds, a coffee bar, opened in Lincoln Park in late January. Specializing in single-origin coffees and artisan espresso drinks, the café also serves teas, pastries, cakes, and breads.
While the first floor caters to on-the-go customers, the second level is equipped with couches, chairs, and traditional café seating. The upstairs space can hold meetings and events for 50.
Outfitted with butcher block tables and oak, cherry, and birch fixtures, the venue's design is inspired by European coffeehouses.

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The upstairs lounge showcases photography by architect Janet Olson.
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With café seating and couches, the lounge can hold meetings and events for 50.
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Along with coffee, the café serves loose leaf teas.
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CityGrounds specializes in single-origin coffees. The house Redline espresso blends honey, cocoa, and lavender flavors.
Photo: CityGrounds Coffee Bar