Tempo Cafe

Tempo Cafe Full Service, breakfast diner in the heart of the Gold Coast. On the corner of State and Chestnut streets. Five minute walk from Michigan Ave.
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Validated discount parking with us when you dine in. Approximatly $9 dollars for 12 hours. We never miss a beat! Tempo Cafe has been proudly serving Chicago with the best since 1983. We've been at our 6 East Chestnut location since 2000.

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03/14/2026

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11/20/2025

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We have Validated parking for 12 hours for $9.00 when you dine with us! Parking at 1 E Delaware located on Chestnut betw...
11/10/2025

We have Validated parking for 12 hours for $9.00 when you dine with us! Parking at 1 E Delaware located on Chestnut between us and Sofitel Hotel

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10/09/2025

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A new long-term study has revealed something truly fascinating — eating just one or more eggs per week could help lower your risk of developing Alzheimer’s by nearly 47%. Researchers tracked over 1,000 older adults for 6.7 years and found that much of this benefit comes from choline, a brain-boosting nutrient found abundantly in egg yolks.

For decades, eggs were unfairly labeled as “bad” due to cholesterol fears — but modern science is rewriting that story. Choline supports memory, learning, and cell repair, while the healthy fats and proteins in eggs nourish the brain and help slow age-related decline. Even though the study shows a strong association rather than direct proof, it suggests that small dietary habits — like adding an egg or two weekly — could have lasting cognitive benefits.

07/29/2025

A single egg a week could be a powerful ally in protecting your brain as you age, according to groundbreaking research published in The Journal of Nutrition. In a study tracking over 1,000 older adults, scientists discovered that those who ate eggs at least once a week had a remarkable 47% lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease compared to those who rarely ate them. Even more compelling, brain autopsies of regular egg-eaters revealed less buildup of toxic proteins commonly linked to Alzheimer’s, suggesting real biological effects.

Eggs pack a potent combination of choline and omega-3 fatty acids two nutrients essential for healthy brain function. Choline is vital for making acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter critical to memory, learning, and gene expression linked to cognition. Meanwhile, omega-3s provide anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective benefits, long celebrated for supporting brain resilience. Together, these nutrients may act in synergy, reinforcing the brain’s natural defenses and reducing the risk of age-related decline.

While researchers caution that no single food guarantees protection against dementia, adding just one egg a week could be an easy and effective way to support cognitive health. This simple dietary tweak offers a low-cost, accessible strategy for aging brains, especially for those looking to keep their minds sharp in later life. The evidence is promising: eggs might not be a cure-all, but they’re proving to be a brain-smart choice.

Source: Yongyi Pan et al, "Association of Egg Intake With Alzheimer’s Dementia Risk in Older Adults: The Rush Memory and Aging Project." The Journal of Nutrition (2025).

Lemon custard cake and strawberry sponge cake
06/22/2025

Lemon custard cake and strawberry sponge cake

Try our new desserts! Bailey’s Kalua Mocha cake and Tiramisu
06/20/2025

Try our new desserts! Bailey’s Kalua Mocha cake and Tiramisu

05/08/2025

04/12/2025

Address

6 E Chestnut Street
Chicago, IL
60611

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 9pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 12am
Thursday 6:30am - 9pm
Friday 6:30am - 9pm
Saturday 6:30am - 8:30pm
Sunday 6:30am - 8:30pm

Telephone

+13129434373

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