The Windy City: Part 2
Up next in Chicago: Milli, the thoughtfully designed, all-day café concept from Metric Coffee in Logan Square.
Dear coffee lovers,
After hanging for a while at Four Letter Word, I made my way over to Milli by Metric. The Logan Square neighborhood is beautiful and the brisk weather made for a very pleasant afternoon walk to the next (very new) café.
Milli by Metric
Metric really outdid themselves with the Milli buildout. The striking, open bar area greets patrons first. The red art deco-style light fixture wrapping around the bar is captivating. Above the bar, there’s a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and an abstract mural. Plenty of windows allow for natural light to highlight the café’s materials.
The menu has something for every avid coffee or tea drinker – there are well-stocked, freshly roasted beans from Metric available to purchase in the retail area. Friendly baristas are hustling behind the bar, while chatting with regulars. There’s a steady flow of traffic into the shop and this large space comfortably accommodates a crowd.
I got a pour over of the Colombia Nelson Chaves Natural, which had rich notes of strawberry jam and Syrah that lingered after every sip.
Milli feels like the next era of the American café: design and service get the same care as the coffee. It’s built for efficient service, exceptional drinks, and aesthetic pleasure. This shop is perfect for staying a while, or simply taking a beat to enjoy the moment.
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I'd highly recommend dropping by Four Letter Word and Milli next time you’re in Chicago. The cafés in the Logan Square neighborhood are perfect for anyone looking for a memorable coffee experience.
Have a beautiful day,
Jon Hargreaves
Coffee Club Founder
Editor: Lexi Deverich
Direction: Huey Melendez & Cortez Artis
Photography: Jon Hargreaves