The best cafes in Downers Grove

6 cafes we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Green Tomato Cafe

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Relaxed, contemporary soup, salad & sandwich eatery at the Lawndale Christian Health Center.

3750 W Ogden Ave (Chicago)

“Relaxed, contemporary soup, salad & sandwich eatery at the Lawndale Christian Health Center.”

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EIFFEL WAFFLE- Downers Grove

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Downtown dessert shop for bubble waffles, ice cream, shakes, and pancakes, plus vegan options.

1028 Curtiss St

“Downtown dessert shop for bubble waffles, ice cream, shakes, and pancakes, plus vegan options.”

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A Cup Of Joe

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Cozy coffeehouse with a diverse menu that includes cupcakes, plus happy hour specials.

6806 W Archer Ave (Chicago)

“Cozy coffeehouse with a diverse menu that includes cupcakes, plus happy hour specials.”

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Cafe 53

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Small, laid-back coffeehouse pairing its java with sandwiches, ice cream & free WiFi in cozy digs.

1369 E 53rd St (Chicago)

“Small, laid-back coffeehouse pairing its java with sandwiches, ice cream & free WiFi in cozy digs.”

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The Catcade - Cat Cafe & Rescue

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Settle into the cat café lounge at The Catcade - Cat Cafe & Rescue and hang with adoptable snugglers while supporting a rescue that pulls…

624 W Belmont Ave (Chicago)

“Settle into the cat café lounge at The Catcade - Cat Cafe & Rescue and hang with adoptable snugglers while supporting a rescue that pulls cats from tough situations. Low-key, cozy, and frankly therapeutic, it’s the midweek reset your brain deserves. Go get some whisker-fueled calm.”

From the Chicago newsletter, August 5, 2026

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LUCKYCAT

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Luckycat is serving Chicago coffee with an Asian twist in Lakeview East, pouring Yunnan-sourced beans and creative sippers like black…

2806 N Clark St (Chicago)

“Luckycat is serving Chicago coffee with an Asian twist in Lakeview East, pouring Yunnan-sourced beans and creative sippers like black sesame lattes, osmanthus-honey matcha, and Kyoto-style slow-drip cold brew. Swing by when you want something thoughtful, bright, and way more interesting than your usual.”

From the Chicago newsletter, August 11, 2026

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