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Cafe Descartes

Cafe Descartes

Local Coffee in Chicago

3.9 40 Google reviews$1–10

+1 773 442 53 535500 N St Louis Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60625 · North Park

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Where to find them

5500 N St Louis Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60625

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About

Local coffeehouse chain serving tea, creative coffee drinks & light fare in bohemian surroundings.

Amenities

Service options

  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great coffee
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Breakfast
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom

Offerings

  • Coffee
  • Quick bite

Dining options

  • Breakfast
  • Dessert

Hours

Monday
7 AM to 7:30 PM
Tuesday
7 AM to 7:30 PM
Wednesday
7 AM to 7:30 PM
Thursday
7 AM to 7:30 PM
Friday
7 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
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