Plein Air Cafe

Plein Air Cafe We are a French atelier-inspired café and eatery nestled in historic Hyde Park.

Nestled in the University of Chicago Hyde Park campus next door to the historic Robie House, Plein Air is a partnership between Soo Choi and Kevin Heisner (Heisler Hospitality). A French expression meaning “in the open air” that describes the act of painting outdoors, Plein Air is a French atelier-inspired café and eatery seeking to provide a warm, serene environment where guests can savor coffee,

food, and design. Offering coffee executed with care, whether it be drip, pour over, or a classic espresso, the café and eatery will feature a select list of artisanal roasters, changing beans seasonally. The menu, a collaboration with Art Jackson (Pleasant Farms, Pleasant Pies), will showcase simple, comforting dishes with European-inflected twists that can be enjoyed all day long.

Matcha affogato with our house made strawberry syrup
08/26/2026

Matcha affogato with our house made strawberry syrup

New menu item! Chicken Caesar Salad Wrap. Try it with the Etienne DuPont Cidre Bouché Brut de Normandie.
02/28/2026

New menu item! Chicken Caesar Salad Wrap. Try it with the Etienne DuPont Cidre Bouché Brut de Normandie.

From our cafe to you, happy Valentine’s Day! 💘
02/14/2026

From our cafe to you, happy
Valentine’s Day! 💘

Happy Holidays! Our hours are: CLOSED: Dec 24-26Dec 27-31: 8am - 4pm CLOSED: Jan 1 Jan 2: 8am - 6pm 🎄
12/23/2025

Happy Holidays! Our hours are:

CLOSED: Dec 24-26
Dec 27-31: 8am - 4pm
CLOSED: Jan 1
Jan 2: 8am - 6pm

🎄

We have a stellar lineup of wines for your Thanksgiving and holidays! Pick some bottles up today before 6pm: Champagne F...
11/26/2025

We have a stellar lineup of wines for your Thanksgiving and holidays! Pick some bottles up today before 6pm:

Champagne Franck Bonville, Grand Cru, Blanc de Blancs Unisson

François de Nicolay, Rully, Les Maizières

Champagne Michael Mailliard, Cuvée Grégory Brut Premier Cru

Jean Foillard, 2022 Fleurie, Beaujolais

Kewin Descombes, 2021 Cuvée Kéké, Beaujolais

Henri & Gilles Buisson, Bourgogne Blanc

Marcel Lapierre, 2024 Morgon

We have soft serve on the menu!! Get it with wine, espresso, matcha, cold brew, and more!
08/31/2025

We have soft serve on the menu!! Get it with wine, espresso, matcha, cold brew, and more!

Summer Hours: Mon-Fri 7-6, Sat-Sun 8-6 ☀️
08/22/2025

Summer Hours: Mon-Fri 7-6, Sat-Sun 8-6 ☀️

Not much for fireworks, but wishing everyone a safe and peaceful 4th of July.We’ll be open from 8am to 3pm! Cheers ☕️
07/04/2025

Not much for fireworks, but wishing everyone a safe and peaceful 4th of July.
We’ll be open from 8am to 3pm! Cheers ☕️

Today, starting at 4pm until we sell out!!! Come hungry for epic smashed burgers and refreshing drinks!! 🥂🍔🍷🍔🍷🍔🍷🍔🍷🥂
05/16/2025

Today, starting at 4pm until we sell out!!! Come hungry for epic smashed burgers and refreshing drinks!!
🥂🍔🍷🍔🍷🍔🍷🍔🍷🥂

💓Happy Mother’s Day! Thank you for all the love and kindness you give. You’re truly appreciated.💓
05/11/2025

💓Happy Mother’s Day! Thank you for all the love and kindness you give. You’re truly appreciated.💓

Address

5751 S Woodlawn Avenue
Chicago, IL
60637

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 8pm
Tuesday 7am - 8pm
Wednesday 7am - 8pm
Thursday 7am - 8pm
Friday 7am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm
Sunday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

+17739667531

Website

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