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Coffee shops near National Louis University

66coffee shops within 1 mile
24within a ten-minute walk
71%independent, not chains

Open map listings put 66 coffee shops within a mile of National Louis University, 24 of them within a ten-minute walk, and 146 within 3 miles. The busiest streets are Michigan Ave (7) and Madison St (6).

The closest coffee shops to National Louis 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 National Louis University

How many coffee shops are near National Louis University?
Open map listings put 66 coffee shops within a mile of National Louis University, 24 of them within a ten-minute walk, and 146 within 3 miles. About 71% are independent rather than chains.
Which coffee shops are closest to National Louis University?
Sugary Chicago (under 0.1 mi), Nilly Cafe (under 0.1 mi), Opus Restaurant & Café (0.1 mi), NLU Daily Grind (0.1 mi) and Chiya Chai Loop (0.1 mi).
Where are most coffee shops near National Louis University?
The busiest streets are Michigan Ave (7) and Madison St (6).

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