How many specialty coffee roasters are in Chicago?

7 specialty coffee roasters in Chicago, United States are listed on Tamp — including Big Shoulders Coffee, Dark Matter Coffee, and Experimental Coffee.

What are the best specialty coffee roasters in Chicago?

Specialty coffee in Chicago centres on a small, careful scene. Big Shoulders Coffee, Dark Matter Coffee, and Experimental Coffee are among the most consistently recommended — each with their own style, their own sourcing, and coffees worth planning a visit around.

Where can I buy specialty coffee in Chicago?

Most Chicago specialty roasters sell directly from their roastery or tasting room, and many ship nationwide. Tamp links through to each roaster's live catalogue, so you can see what's in stock before you visit.

Is Chicago worth visiting for coffee?

Chicago has 7 specialty roasters worth your time — enough for a weekend of focused drinking without running out of new coffees to try.

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What specialty coffee costs in United States

7 specialty roasters call Chicago home. Some you'll have heard of, some you won't — yet. Below is where to start, with what each of them has on the shelf right now.