Dark Matter Coffee - Soft Parade
2015 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL
What to expect
Google Reviews
Cool little shop, friendly barista (doesn't always happen), plenty of seating for a small place, stuff to take away as well
Coffee was ok, but person at the register was rude to us, pls get training or pick a different job
Juicy. Way west of Wood this location used to be called Chocolate City Coffee Palace and Bodega. They closed the storefront in like 2019 and JUST REOPENED spring 2025. So new bike lanes on Grand you can still smell the paint. The usual Dark Matter flash and eye cotton…
Cute smaller, quiet Dark Matter location with the same standard of coffee you are used to. Ambiance inside is cozy, 10 or so two people tables. Pricing is reasonable, however i'd say this location is a bit too out of the way compared to the offerings on Chicago.
Another solid dark matter location, though is a bit out of the way which makes for a nice quiet experience. Coffee and pastries are always solid and I think this location does some of their canned coffee, which you can see being made in the back. Decor is nice and staff were…