The Understudy Coffee and Books
Coffee Shop, Vegan Baked Goods
Vegan options
Very vegan-friendly ★ 4.3 (633) · $$ · Cafe · Bakery, Western · Hours
Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating wifi Wifi
Popular tips: "Try the vegan brownies and oat cream sandwiches"
Must-try: coffee, sharpay’s fabulous adventure, folklore (reggie’s version)
Praised for: friendly service, cozy atmosphere
A bright and cozy bookstore coffee shop with a warm and inviting atmosphere that attracts solo visitors and groups alike. Known for excellent coffee with plant-based milk options, it features a curated selection of vegan and gluten-free pastries alongside a rich collection of books and live events like piano sessions. The place is friendly for work or study with strong Wi-Fi and wheelchair accessibility.
schedule
Hours
Sunday 8 AM-6 PM
Monday 8 AM-6 PM
Tuesday 8 AM-6 PM
Wednesday 8 AM-6 PM
Thursday 8 AM-6 PM
Friday 8 AM-6 PM
Saturday 8 AM-6 PM
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5531 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60640
Vegan Friendliness
iVery vegan-friendly
B
- VEGAN OPTIONS Few · 2–3 dishes
- MENU Clearly marked
- STAFF Knowledgeable
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