The wait is finally over – Colectivo Coffee is taking over Schoolyard Tavern’s former space at 3258 N. Southport Avenue.
Colectivo Coffee Roasters unveiled plans to expand its presence in Chicago by opening two new cafes. One will be situated in the Ravenswood neighborhood at 1825 W. Lawrence Avenue, while the other will be located in the Southport neighborhood at 3258 N. Southport Avenue.
According to a news release, the Milwaukee-based Colectivo Coffee is renowned for its distinctive café environments, inviting outdoor spaces, signature coffee concoctions, and delectable scratch-made food offerings. Each café is set to feature an extensive menu showcasing Colectivo’s signature espresso beverages, freshly brewed coffee, and cold brew served on tap, alongside an array of all-day breakfast options, freshly crafted sandwiches, and delectable bakery treats sourced from their in-house bakery.
The release further states that both locations will be thoughtfully integrated into their respective neighborhoods, with each spanning approximately 2,100 square feet. They will offer indoor seating for up to 40 patrons and outdoor seating for 30. Additionally, the Ravenswood location will boast a 400 square foot mezzanine, providing an elevated view of the café below.
Anticipated to open their doors in late 2024 or early 2025, these new additions mark Colectivo’s continued expansion since its inception in Milwaukee in 1993. Having debuted its first Chicago location in 2017, the company currently operates five cafes in the Chicago area, including Wicker Park, Lincoln Park, Logan Square, Evanston, and Andersonville, alongside a network of 15 cafes in Milwaukee and Madison.
From Instagram:
“Hey Chicago, big news! 📣
We are so excited to share our plans to open two new Chicago cafes: a location in the Ravenswood neighborhood at 1825 W Lawrence Ave and a location in the Southport neighborhood at 3258 N Southport Ave.
Both locations are expected to open in late 2024/ early 2025. We can’t wait to meet you! “
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