Philz Coffee

Inside Philz Coffee’s first Chicago coffeeshop | Eater Chicago

"I visited San Francisco cult favorite Philz Coffee's first Chicago location in Wicker Park, which officially opens Saturday at 1640 W. Division Street after a few weekend sneak peeks. Customers can choose from 12 secret coffee blends from Brazil, Colombia, Ethiopia, Yemen, and beyond, and baristas will grind the beans on the spot to customize brews; the shop is known for strong coffee and strong WiFi. Bakery items come from Aya Pastry (from the company behind steakhouse Maple & Ash) and Hyde Park’s Fabiana’s Bakery, and the menu includes toasts, burritos, bowls, and sandwiches with a Mediterranean flare—notably the labneh za'atar toast with fresh cucumber and the Mediterranean avocado toast topped with sliced hardboiled egg. The bright, airy space features tall windows and ceilings, yellow and blue hues, benches, tables, and couches that offer ample room to work or play, plus patio seating, and a mural depicting local landmarks like the Chicago Theater, the Bean, and the Art Institute lions. The furniture was designed by Revivalist Woodworking, mostly from solid white oak, and the bean display is made of white ash." - Naomi Waxman