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Sputnik Coffee

Sputnik Coffee Sputnik Coffee is a coffee shop that believes in serving freshly roasted coffee at an affordable price. They believe in making coffee simple and accessible to everyone, rather than focusing on single-origin puritanism. Their consistent and affordable approach to coffee roasting can be experienced firsthand in Back of the Yards, Chicago where their roastery is located. Coffee lovers can grab a bag of their freshly roasted beans for home use anytime.

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05/24/2026
On days like today we’re grateful for the natural light at our shop! ☀️  Come for a coffee, stay for the ambiance   Phot...
05/01/2026

On days like today we’re grateful for the natural light at our shop! ☀️ 

Come for a coffee, stay for the ambiance  

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This weekend only - housemade raspberry cinnamon rolls!   Option 1: Share one or two to celebrate love this weekend.   O...
02/13/2026

This weekend only - housemade raspberry cinnamon rolls!  

Option 1: Share one or two to celebrate love this weekend.  

Option 2: Grab one for yourself and tell them we sold out

A surprise visitor stopped by the shop today! 🚀  Awesome costume made by .l.miller.5622022
01/08/2026

A surprise visitor stopped by the shop today! 🚀 

Awesome costume made by .l.miller.5622022

Happy New Year!   Cafe will be closed on New Years Day but we’ll be back on 1/2.  Thank you for all the support in 2025....
12/31/2025

Happy New Year!  

Cafe will be closed on New Years Day but we’ll be back on 1/2. 

Thank you for all the support in 2025. We can’t wait to see what 2026 has in store. 

Stay safe out there!

Gift cards make great gifts and are still available at our cafe! 🎁
12/19/2025

Gift cards make great gifts and are still available at our cafe! 🎁

There’s still time to order a gift box online or grab one at our cafe!  🎁 Order by Thursday to guarantee on time deliver...
12/16/2025

There’s still time to order a gift box online or grab one at our cafe!  🎁

Order by Thursday to guarantee on time delivery. 

Our cafe shelves are stocked with mugs, brewing gear and shirts for last minute gifts!

Bring friends and family for holiday crafting on Saturday December 20th from 10am-2pm.  🎄 Art supplies will be provided ...
12/10/2025

Bring friends and family for holiday crafting on Saturday December 20th from 10am-2pm.  🎄

Art supplies will be provided but we ask that you RSVP at the link in our bio

Happy Thanksgiving!     We will be close tomorrow, and Friday!    See you all on Saturday!    Reminder that  is meeting ...
11/26/2025

Happy Thanksgiving!   
  
We will be close tomorrow, and Friday!  
  
See you all on Saturday!  
  
Reminder that is meeting at our shop at 8:30am for a run around Brighton Park!

If you didnt know, Sputnik is run by twins. Help us wish them a happy birthday! 🎂
10/30/2025

If you didnt know, Sputnik is run by twins. Help us wish them a happy birthday! 🎂

Today marks 1 year of serving all of you delicious coffee on 48th St. 🎉  We wouldn’t have made it this far with out each...
10/14/2025

Today marks 1 year of serving all of you delicious coffee on 48th St. 🎉 

We wouldn’t have made it this far with out each and every cup. ☕️ 

Thank you for supporting us!

Interested in why we built a cafe that showcases our IMF roaster? Check the link in our bio for  &  interview of our roa...
10/13/2025

Interested in why we built a cafe that showcases our IMF roaster? Check the link in our bio for & interview of our roaster, Greesha 

From the our first 15 kilo to our new 60kg and have been with us every step of the way. It takes village.

Happy National Coffee Day! 🚀  How is everyone celebrating?
09/29/2025

Happy National Coffee Day! 🚀 

How is everyone celebrating?

Heads up! Cafe will be closed for the long weekend.  Closed Saturday August 30th and Monday September 1st.  See you all ...
08/28/2025

Heads up! Cafe will be closed for the long weekend. 

Closed Saturday August 30th and Monday September 1st. 

See you all Tuesday!

Address

2618 W 48th Street
Chicago, IL
60632

Option 1 - Public transport: Take the blue line train to Damen station. Walk east on North Ave for two blocks and turn left onto Milwaukee Ave. The coffee shop is located half a block down on the right.

Option 2 - Driving/parking: Head north on I-90 and take the exit for North Ave. Turn right onto North Ave and continue for about 2 miles. Turn left onto Milwaukee Ave and the coffee shop will be on your right. Parking is available on the street or in nearby parking lots/garages.

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 3:30pm
Thursday 6:30am - 3:30pm
Friday 6:30am - 3:30pm
Saturday 7am - 3pm

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Sputnik Coffee in Chicago is a coffee shop that offers freshly roasted coffee at an affordable price. They believe in the simplicity of coffee and aim to democratize it by making it accessible to everyone. Unlike other coffee shops that focus on single-origin puritanism, Sputnik Coffee believes that coffee should be consistent, simple, and affordable.

Located in the historic working-class neighborhood of Back of the Yards, Sputnik Coffee roasts their own beans and passes on all the value to their customers. They don't have expensive cafes but offer freshly roasted coffee that is both delicious and affordable.

If you're looking for a great cup of coffee without breaking the bank, Sputnik Coffee is definitely worth checking out. Their commitment to simplicity and affordability makes them stand out from other coffee shops in Chicago. So why not grab a bag today and taste the difference for yourself?

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