Back of the Yards Coffeehouse
Coffee shop · Back of the Yards
1621 W 47th St, Chicago, IL 60609
Highlights
Specialty coffee, Latin-inspired drinks, empanadas, and house-made syrups
Specialty coffee, Latin-inspired drinks, empanadas, and house-made syrups
"Neighborhood landmark Back of the Yards Coffee infuses its hot chocolate with a healthy dose of caffeine. Try the “Xocolatte” with creamy espresso, house-made chocolate ganache, cinnamon, and chile ancho. The coffeehouse is temporarily closed as the team relocates to a new space inside the historic Goldblatt’s Building at the corner of 47th and Marshfield. It’s slated to reopen in late spring or early summer 2024." - Naomi Waxman
"The owner testified in support of eliminating the tipped wage, arguing that tipping has an anti-Black history and that getting rid of tip credits would align with the city’s progressive commitments — including recent reparations — and help prevent jobs from shifting to neighboring jurisdictions." - Ashok Selvam
"Founded by two entrepreneurs who grew up in the neighborhood, Back of the Yards Coffeehouse was originally intended to be the public face of their coffee roastery, but within a week of opening, it was apparent that it had become a neighborhood hub in its own right: a showcase for local artists and musicians and a popular hangout for students at Back of the Yards College Prep across the street." - Aimee Levitt
"Back of the Yards Coffee Co. is a finalist to develop a vacant lot, proposing a multi-use building with a coffee shop." - Naomi Waxman
"Community-focused shop Back of the Yards Coffee Co. is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. for carryout, as well as delivery from UberEats and GrubHub." - Naomi Waxman
