Crema's Take
“Fairgrounds trades on being a spacious, laptop-friendly spot near UChicago with decent coffee, but the 3.8 rating reflects real problems: food quality is poor and portions are tiny for the high prices, with recurring complaints about stale pastries, unappetizing breakfast items, and inconsistent menu pricing that'll frustrate you at checkout. The coffee itself is decent enough to keep some regulars around, but come here to work or meet a friend, not to eat.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection, good cold brew. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →They did not remove the chia seed puddings that went bad.
Fairgrounds is my favorite Cafe in UChicago. I can stay here the whole day for working, learning and reading. The taste of coffee is pretty good with different options provided.
Okay drinks (overpriced) but the food is almost inedible and ridiculously priced. I got avocado toast and it tasted as unappetizing as it looks :/
I ordered a latte from here and it was ok 👍🏼 next time I’ll try an iced coffee instead of hot… There’s plenty of room to drink and enjoy with friends or family…
Summary: - High prices - Wrong prices presented - Very very small portion of greens I came and took one of the printed menus as I was standing in line. Chose to get an egg&cheese sandwich (shown as $6.00) and a side of greens (shown as $3.50). I also got an Americano. I get to…
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