A Ukrainian Coffee Brand Soloway’s First U.S. Cafe Is Opening in Chicago | Eater Chicago
"Set to open in late January at 2275 N. Lincoln Avenue, Soloway Coffee is a sleek, minimalistic wedge-shaped corner cafe with a monochromatic design that juxtaposes natural wood against textured white walls and exposed Chicago brick, offering 23 indoor seats, an outdoor patio that can hold up to 60, and a walk-up window. Founded by spouses Artur and Iriyna Yuzvik, the shop reflects their Third Wave ethos and willingness to take risks—investing in design and equipment rather than rushing to open—and even echoes their focus on coffee in tiny gold coffee beans on their wedding rings. The menu will feature coffee and single-origin espresso (beans flown regularly from their Ukrainian roastery), teas from Chicago-based Spirit Tea, baked goods from buzzy local carb maestro Dan the Baker, a few sandwiches, breakfast items like oatmeal, taps for still and sparkling water, and family-friendly items such as a “babyccino.” Construction is complete and the team is hoping to open on January 20 pending city approvals; the owners acknowledge the ongoing war in Ukraine privately and say they support the army and families without publicizing it." - Naomi Waxman
