{"id":17838,"date":"2017-06-13T19:35:09","date_gmt":"2017-06-14T00:35:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/?p=17838"},"modified":"2020-06-23T09:22:08","modified_gmt":"2020-06-23T14:22:08","slug":"cafe-lacuna","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/urbanmatter.com\/chicago\/cafe-lacuna\/","title":{"rendered":"Caf\u00e9 Lacuna Slings Bagels and Brews in Pilsen"},"content":{"rendered":"

Located at the north entrance of the Lacuna Artist Lofts<\/a> at 2150 South Canalport Avenue, Caf\u00e9 Lacuna<\/a> is a great place for breakfast, brunch, or coffee on-the-go.<\/p>\n

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Small but familiar<\/h3>\n

\"cafe<\/a>Quaint is the best word to describe the place.\u00a0Cushioned benches, wood flooring and marble tables provide a trendy look, especially with indoor string lights hung up around the ceiling.\u00a0Having been open for more than a month<\/a>, the caf\u00e9 is still relatively empty during the late mornings and afternoons.\u00a0However, this worked well to give the place an almost homey feel.<\/p>\n

Not to mention, the great service that consisted of one cashier, one cook and one barista created a friendly, intimate atmosphere.\u00a0Amidst the center of the caf\u00e9 is a large bar area where the kettle-boiled bagels and hand-rolled croissants are made, which is open and visible to guests.\u00a0Although the outdoor patio was relaxing and appealing, the view to a gated parking lot does not reflect the interior beauty of the place.<\/p>\n

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Bagel bonanza<\/h3>\n

\"cafe<\/a>With a limited menu of baked goods and hot drinks, there was at least a good variety of bagels and croissants.\u00a0Bagel offerings included sesame, poppy, wheat, cinnamon raisin and jalape\u00f1o cheddar.\u00a0Selection for croissant types were more limited, but ranged from chocolate, house-made almond cream and a combination of both.\u00a0Cream cheeses to compliment the bagel (or croissant) also came in giardineria, garlic chive and honey nut.\u00a0Other spreads like nutella, peanut butter and house-made strawberry were also available.\u00a0For those looking for more filling choices, there were two breakfast sandwiches to choose from: The Bageler or The Fisherman.<\/p>\n

The Fisherman was by far the better of the two.\u00a0This sandwich came with the bagel of choice, plain cream cheese, smoked salmon, capers, fresh tomato and house pickled red onion.<\/p>\n

Chewy and delicious, The Fisherman had freshly cut, flavorful salmon, especially when complimented with the veggies and cream cheese.<\/p>\n

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Sweet selections to sip<\/h3>\n

Their espresso and coffee choices may not rival other caffeine-oriented shops, but their freshly brewed style is still impressive.\u00a0Iced coffee and drip coffee selections are also quite cheap, ranging from $2 to $4 per cup.\u00a0Their lattes are some of the more plentiful choices that are just as affordable.\u00a0These ranged from the iced tea latte to the salted caramel latte, which were all flavorfully different in their own way.<\/p>\n

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The next best early bite<\/h3>\n

For those looking for something simple but appealing, look no further than Caf\u00e9 Lacuna.\u00a0Even after a good brunch, patrons can take a leisurely walk through the first and second floor of the Lacuna Artist Lofts, which features sculptures, murals and other works.\u00a0As quiet as it was, the quality and atmosphere will likely attract more customers in the next couple of months.<\/p>\n

Before the place is flocked by tourists and coffee aficionados, check it out for a memorable time.<\/p>\n

Featured Image Credit: Caf\u00e9 Lacuna via Facebook<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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