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05/28/2026
We’re hiring ☕️
Society 57 is looking for a few great people to join our café team.
We’re especially interested in people who:
• enjoy taking care of others
• stay calm in fast-paced environments
• appreciate good coffee, good food, and good conversation
• work well as part of a team
• show up with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
Hospitality/customer service experience preferred.
Barista experience is a plus.
Bartending experience encouraged.
Weekend availability required.
If you think you’d be a good fit, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply at society57.com/apply or use link in comments/bio.
05/26/2026
The Cookie Butter Latte.
Housemade syrup with browned butter, fresh nutmeg, ginger, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Hot, it’s warm and spiced.
Iced, it’s topped with our cookie butter cold foam—smooth, rich, and hard to beat.
It’s a good one.
Here for the season.
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📸: Diego Guzman Favela
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05/24/2026
Not everything has to be a latte.
This one leans citrusy, herbal, and refreshing - orange, thyme, ginger, clove, tonic, and espresso.
A little different. A lot better than you’d expect.
(And if coffee’s not your thing, try it with matcha 🍃)
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📸: Diego Guzman Favela
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05/22/2026
Have you tried our Carrot Cake Latte?
Housemade syrup with carrot, ginger, cinnamon, orange zest, and brown sugar.
Finished with fresh orange on top - the aromatics are kind of the whole thing.
Hot or iced. Doesn’t miss.
Here for the season.
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📸: Diego Guzman Favela
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05/21/2026
A familiar one, reworked.
Our strawberry matcha is back this spring season - with a new layer of housemade strawberry foam, built from fresh berries, as always.
It adds a little more texture, a little more depth, while still letting the matcha do its thing.
If you’ve had it before, it’s worth another try.
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📸: Diego Guzman Favela
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05/18/2026
The lineup is coming together.
Five curated pours, a thoughtful charcuterie spread, and a relaxed Thursday night at Society 57.
Part of our Society Sessions series - creative and cultural experiences designed to slow things down a bit.
Space is limited. Tickets available through the link in bio/comments.
May 28 • 6-8pm
05/08/2026
Over The Top Toast.
Toasted semolina, mascarpone, strawberries, blueberries, honey, a touch of cinnamon, and fresh mint.
Sweet, balanced, and a little hard to forget.
Looks good. Tastes better.
Here for spring and summer.
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📸: Kyle Petit Media
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05/06/2026
Pistachio. Blackberry. Basil.
It sounds like a lot. It’s not.
Nutty, lightly sweet, and more subtle than you’d expect - this one’s quietly become a favorite.
Hot, iced, or even as a matcha.
Curious what you think.
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📸: Diego Guzman Favela
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05/02/2026
A small shift for tomorrow.
We’ll be opening at 9am this Saturday, May 2nd.
Thanks for your understanding—we’ll see you in the morning.
05/01/2026
Join us tonight, 5-9pm! Live jazz, spring bites & cocktails/mocktails, and art.
First Friday at Society 57
May 1st | 5–9pm
Art. Jazz. Drinks.
New work from Cindy Fonseca - “Growing from Within” - is up. Pieces that shift the longer you sit with them.
Live jazz all night featuring Colin Kampschroer
A fresh spring menu from Chef Andrew Hoeschler.
Come for a drink, wander through the art, stay longer than you planned.
05/01/2026
Kintsugi: Sold out
Cheese Making: Sold out
These filled quickly.
Whiskey Tasting Night is next.
A different kind of night out - five pours, a relaxed setting, and good conversation.
Limited seats remain.
Register through the link in bio or comments.
04/28/2026
First Friday at Society 57
May 1st | 5–9pm
Art. Jazz. Drinks.
New work from Cindy Fonseca - “Growing from Within” - is up. Pieces that shift the longer you sit with them.
Live jazz all night featuring Colin Kampschroer
A fresh spring menu from Chef Andrew Hoeschler.
Come for a drink, wander through the art, stay longer than you planned.
04/27/2026
Our Italian Cheese Making session is officially sold out.
Thank you to everyone who signed up - we can’t wait for this one.
If you’ve been thinking about joining a Society Session, now’s the time:
• Kintsugi (limited spots remaining)
• Whiskey for the Curious
Register using the link in our bio or in the comments.
04/24/2026
Learn the art of Italian cheese making with Chef Franco-join this hands-on workshop and take home your own fresh mozzarella.
04/24/2026
Five whiskeys, guided by story, history, and a simple introduction to what you’re drinking.
04/23/2026
Sold out last time.
Kintsugi returns with Mami Takahashi.
Wednesday, May 13 • 6:00–8:30pm
Mami is a Japanese multidisciplinary artist whose work explores memory, language, and cultural continuity through acts of repair. Through Kintsugi, she invites participants into a process that is both technical and deeply reflective.
Rather than hiding what’s broken, the practice highlights it - honoring history, imperfection, and transformation.
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the full process and leave with your own restored piece.
A rare opportunity to learn directly from the artist.
Space is limited. Use link in bio or comments to register.
04/17/2026
Society Sessions returns this spring.
A continued exploration of craft, culture, and hands-on experience - designed to bring people together in more intentional ways.
This season’s lineup:
KINTSUGI FOR BEGINNERS
An exploration of repair and resilience through the Japanese art of mending with gold.
WHISKEY FOR THE CURIOUS
A guided introduction to whiskey through story, history, and a refined tasting experience.
ITALIAN CHEESE MAKING
A hands-on study of traditional Italian techniques—transforming simple ingredients into something exceptional.
Tickets are limited.
Reserve your place via the QR code or the link in bio/comments.
04/15/2026
Built around craft.
Rooted in curiosity.
Meant to be experienced.
Society Sessions returns this spring.
Lineup announced Friday.
03/31/2026
First Friday
Seasonal bites by
Marco Cardenas’ Phantom Limp: A Journey in Time continues
Cocktails, mocktails, and more
Friday, April 3
5–9PM
Longer light. Warmer nights.
Spring at Society 57.
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03/28/2026
Our spring and summer seasonal food menu is back! The Avocado 1.0, Prosciutto Avocado, and Over The Top are here for the season and they are as fresh and flavorful as ever.
Avocado 1.0 - toasted sourdough, butter, avocado, red pepper flakes, microgreens, pickled radishes
Prosciutto Avocado - toasted sourdough, avocado, prosciutto, microgreens, hot honey
Over The Top - toasted semolina, mascarpone cheese, strawberries, blueberries, mint, honey, cinnamon
Which one have you been waiting for?
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📸: Kyle Petit Media
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03/23/2026
New season, new lineup 🍊🌿
We’re mixing things up a bit this time -
12oz hot, 16oz iced, each drink built the way it’s meant to be enjoyed.
We’re also finally rolling out house-made cold foam.
Light, textured, and made to complement - not take over.
Here’s what we’ve been working on:
COOKIE BUTTER LATTE
cookie butter • espresso • milk
cookie butter cold foam • cookie crumble
CARROT CAKE LATTE
carrot cake • espresso • milk
carrot cake cold foam • orange zest
PISTACHIO BLACKBERRY BASIL LATTE
pistachio • blackberry • basil • espresso • milk
STRAWBERRY MATCHA LATTE
strawberry • matcha • milk
strawberry cold foam • strawberry powder
ORANGE & THYME TONIC
orange • thyme • espresso • tonic
A little unexpected, but that’s kind of the point.
Balanced, textured, and made with care.
Come try something new ✨
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03/23/2026
New season, new lineup 🍊🌿
We’re mixing things up a bit this time -
12oz hot, 16oz iced, each drink built the way it’s meant to be enjoyed.
We’re also finally rolling out house-made cold foam.
Light, textured, and made to complement - not take over.
Here’s what we’ve been working on:
COOKIE BUTTER LATTE
cookie butter • espresso • milk
cookie butter cold foam • cookie crumble
CARROT CAKE LATTE
carrot cake • espresso • milk
carrot cake cold foam • orange zest
PISTACHIO BLACKBERRY BASIL LATTE
pistachio • blackberry • basil • espresso • milk
STRAWBERRY MATCHA LATTE
strawberry • matcha • milk
strawberry cold foam • strawberry powder
ORANGE & THYME TONIC
orange • thyme • espresso • tonic
A little unexpected, but that’s kind of the point.
Balanced, textured, and made with care.
Come try something new ✨
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03/19/2026
GOOD COMPANY
at Society 57
A different way to gather.
No networking. No pressure. No performance.
Just a room designed for real connection.
Mocktails and cocktails, side by side.
Thoughtful bites.
Music that lets you talk.
Questions worth asking.
Come solo or with friends - either way, you won’t stay that way for long.
Friday, March 20
6–10PM
Society 57
No cover. Come and go as you like.
03/17/2026
Double shot of espresso, equal parts finely textured milk, and a sidecar of Topo Chico. A great set up to a great day. Stop in this morning and enjoy a cortado.
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📸: Kyle Petit Media
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Address
100 S. River Street
Aurora, IL
60506
To get to the location on S. River Street in Aurora, here are the travel directions:
Public Transport:
1. Take a train or bus to the Aurora Transportation Center.
2. From there, walk south on Broadway for about 0.3 miles until you reach S. River Street.
3. Turn left onto S. River Street and continue walking for another 0.2 miles.
4. The destination will be on your right.
Driving/Parking:
1. If you're coming from downtown Aurora, head south on Broadway.
2. After approximately 0.7 miles, turn right onto Benton Street.
3. Continue straight on Benton Street for about 0.5 miles until you reach S. River Street.
4. Turn left onto S. River Street and drive for another 0.2 miles.
5. Look for parking options along the street or in nearby parking lots.
Please note that these directions are provided without mentioning any specific destination and are intended solely as general travel directions to the area mentioned on S. River Street in Aurora
Opening Hours
| Monday |
8am - 3pm |
| Tuesday |
8am - 3pm |
| Wednesday |
8am - 3pm |
| Thursday |
8am - 3pm |
| Friday |
8am - 3pm |
| Saturday |
8am - 3pm |
| Sunday |
8am - 3pm |
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What people say
Society 57, located on S. River Street in Aurora, is a hidden gem that offers a unique blend of performance and event venue along with a cozy coffee shop. This establishment has recently opened its doors and has already made quite an impression on the community.
One of the standout events at Society 57 is their First Friday celebration, which promises an unforgettable evening. On August 4th from 5-9pm, guests can indulge in tantalizing sushi from Leilani Asian Fusion while sipping on handcrafted cocktails, beer, and wine. As you explore the venue, you'll be captivated by the exhibition of movie posters by the Aurora Film Society. And to top it all off, the enchanting jazz melodies of the Derek Hoel Quintet will fill the air at 7pm. Society 57 has truly curated an evening that is a feast for the senses.
For those looking to tap into their artistic side, Society 57 also offers a Coffee Spill Art Class led by the talented Corinn. This class provides a meditative and relaxing atmosphere where participants can unleash their creativity using paper, sharpie, and coffee spills to create unique artwork. The best part? No prior experience is needed! Taking place on Thursday, August 10 from 6:00pm-8:00pm, this class is a great opportunity to discover art through happy mistakes.
In addition to these exciting events, Society 57 also caters to couples looking for an extraordinary wedding venue. From romantic ceremonies to lively receptions, they strive to make every wedding day a cherished memory for years to come. With their attention to detail and commitment to creating unforgettable experiences, Society 57 is sure to exceed your expectations.
If you're interested in attending any of these events or booking your own special occasion at Society 57, be sure to visit their website for more information and secure your spot today. Don't miss out on the opportunity to be a part of this vibrant and thriving community in Aurora.
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