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Coffee shops near DePaul University

64coffee shops within 1 mile
26within a ten-minute walk
70%independent, not chains

Open map listings put 64 coffee shops within a mile of DePaul University, 26 of them within a ten-minute walk, and 147 within 3 miles. The busiest streets are Michigan Ave (7) and Madison St (6).

The closest coffee shops to DePaul University

Chosen local-first, then listed by distance from campus: a starting point, not a ranking. Listings from Overture Maps open data (September 2026); they carry no prices or opening hours, so check before you go.

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What to order

  • A cortado or flat white — To judge espresso and milk.
  • Pour-over — To taste the beans.
  • Drip coffee — If you need it fast.
  • A pastry — If baked in-house or by a good bakery.

How to spot a good one

  • Fresh-roasted beans — Roasted within the last few weeks, with a roast date on the bag. Many good shops roast their own or name their roaster.
  • Espresso pulled with care — Not bitter or sour. A good cortado or flat white is the easiest test.
  • Milk steamed properly — Silky microfoam, not big bubbles or scalded milk.

The whole picture is in the coffee guide.

Questions about coffee shops near DePaul University

How many coffee shops are near DePaul University?
Open map listings put 64 coffee shops within a mile of DePaul University, 26 of them within a ten-minute walk, and 147 within 3 miles. About 70% are independent rather than chains.
Which coffee shops are closest to DePaul University?
Opus Restaurant & Café (0.1 mi), Artist's Cafe (0.2 mi), Nilly Cafe (0.2 mi), Meli Cafe (0.2 mi) and Sugary Chicago (0.2 mi).
Where are most coffee shops near DePaul University?
The busiest streets are Michigan Ave (7) and Madison St (6).

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