Intelligentsia

Name: Intelligentsia
Address: 53 East Randolph Street, Chicago, IL, 60601, US
Telephone: (312) 920-9332
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.3

Intelligentsia: Bold coffee, lively energy—Chicago's quick-cafe stop.

4.3(15 reviews)

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Intelligentsia is a bustling coffee shop and cafe at 53 E Randolph St in Chicago. The crowd often lines up for creamy lattes and strong coffee, a sign of its popularity near a park. Reviews note quick, transactional service on busy days, with staff who seem to enjoy working together. The location offers a convenient, lively spot for a fast pick-me-up.

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53 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601, USA

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53 East Randolph Street

Chicago, IL, 60601

(312) 920-9332 www.intelligentsia.com/pages/millennium-park-coffeebar

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Services

Specialty Coffee Brewing

Expertly crafted espresso drinks, pour-overs, and single-origin coffees for a premium taste experience.

Artisanal Tea Selection

A curated range of high-quality loose-leaf teas and tea-based beverages.

Grab-and-Go Service

Quick, efficient ordering and preparation ideal for busy customers on the move.

Pastries and Light Snacks

Freshly baked goods and snacks to complement your coffee or tea.

Takeaway and Convenience

Easy access for to-go orders, perfect for exploring nearby Millennium Park.

4.30 · 15 reviews

Overall rating

Ravi Prakash

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· 5 months ago

Laura Darnall

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· 5 months ago

I came in wanting something that wasn’t on the menu. The barista was great to recommend an alternative. I now have a new favorite coffee order. Please try the Cortada here! It was excellent. It was a super easy walk from the Renaissance Hotel where we were having a conference.

B Mac

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· 5 months ago

Best downtown coffee, especially the Mocha. Please move the takeout lids to the pickup counter to make things smoother. The servers tend to fill the cups all the way up, and this makes lidding the cup awkward and annoying. I always ask for extra headspace to make spilling less likely on the way over to the window where the lids are. But honestly 90% of the time they still fill it all the way up.

Rawaby AlShammari

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· 5 months ago

Rakhat Kassenov

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· 5 months ago

nice coffee and nice stuff

Yuzi

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· 5 months ago

The miso brown sugar latte is amazing if you like sweet and savory flavors!

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