Backlot Coffee

Backlot Coffee Backlot Coffee, a community coffee shop and roaster. Visit us in store or online at backlotcoffee.com!

Located in Evanston (2006 Central St), Irving Park (3982 N Avondale Ave), and Lincoln Square (2424 W Montrose Ave). Backlot Coffee, a community coffeehouse in Evanston, IL & Old Irving Park Chicago.

Had a totally PAWsome time serving drinks at ! It was also a great practice run for farmers market season! opens this w...
06/03/2026

Had a totally PAWsome time serving drinks at !

It was also a great practice run for farmers market season! opens this weekend, and we hope to see you there.

We’ll be serving cold brew, horchata draft latte, iced tea, and house-made lemonade all summer long! We’ll also have bags of freshly roasted coffee and other surprises throughout the season.

Every Saturday 9-1.

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Thanks to for these great pics!

Annnnnd… they’re back! Cold Brew 4-packs are in stock and ready to go. They are downright delicious. But don’t just take...
05/01/2026

Annnnnd… they’re back!

Cold Brew 4-packs are in stock and ready to go. They are downright delicious. But don’t just take our word for it, swing on by and grab a pack to try yourself!

Yum x 4.

Everybody wake up! This week only - Green Eggs & Ham! Why? Why not!Smoked Ham from , souffléed egg, arugula & pepita pes...
04/28/2026

Everybody wake up! This week only - Green Eggs & Ham! Why? Why not!

Smoked Ham from , souffléed egg, arugula & pepita pesto, garlic aioli, and provolone.

$10. Get it at Montrose only, while supplies last. Rise and shine it’s breakfast time!

Our latest and greatest at Montrose - The Cold Turkey. Toasted ciabatta, Cajun turkey, avocado mash, lemon dressed arug...
04/04/2026

Our latest and greatest at Montrose - The Cold Turkey.

Toasted ciabatta, Cajun turkey, avocado mash, lemon dressed arugula, cucumber, garlic aioli.

A sandwich so good it’ll make you wanna go… cold turkey. Available today, and every day at our Montrose cafe.

Spring has sprung! Here’s some of our specials launching today:Iced Sunrise Americano - strawberry, orange, touch of spa...
03/20/2026

Spring has sprung! Here’s some of our specials launching today:

Iced Sunrise Americano - strawberry, orange, touch of sparkling water, and a double shot of espresso.

Golden Milk Latte - turmeric powder, warm spices, milk of your choosing!

Strawberry Matcha - needs no introduction 🍓

Not pictured - our Honey Bee Latte - honey, orange blossom, espresso, milk of your choosing.

And more! 🌸

A darling new bagel (at Montrose)I Luv U Berry MuchHouse whipped Rasberry cream cheese, chocolate drizzle, freeze dried ...
02/12/2026

A darling new bagel (at Montrose)

I Luv U Berry Much

House whipped Rasberry cream cheese, chocolate drizzle, freeze dried strawberries, on a toasted bagel of your choice.

Available today, and for a limited time only ♥️

Roses are red,Violets are blue, Which of our Matchas is right for you?Red Rose Matcha & Blue Violet Matcha, available in...
02/06/2026

Roses are red,
Violets are blue,
Which of our Matchas
is right for you?

Red Rose Matcha & Blue Violet Matcha, available in all Chicago cafes this weekend.

Limited time only ❤️💙

Normal hours resume Wednesday at OIP! We’re not fully done, but we’ll be here ♥️
02/04/2026

Normal hours resume Wednesday at OIP! We’re not fully done, but we’ll be here ♥️

It’s time for a little TLC at our OIP cafe.We’ll be updating some seating, painting, deep cleaning, re-potting our plant...
02/01/2026

It’s time for a little TLC at our OIP cafe.

We’ll be updating some seating, painting, deep cleaning, re-potting our plants, and more!

In order to get it done as quickly as possible we’ll be closing at noon on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.

Thanks for your understanding and we apologize for the inconvenience!

♥️ OIP

In solidarity with the national ICE OUT protest, our Chicago cafes will be closed for business tomorrow, January 30th. W...
01/29/2026

In solidarity with the national ICE OUT protest, our Chicago cafes will be closed for business tomorrow, January 30th.

What is happening in our community and across this country is horrifying. Let’s stand together and use our collective voice to bring an end to this madness.

Oh, and call your senators. It matters ♥️

WOW. Hard to believe that backlot began almost 10yrs ago, in 2016! Hopping on the to share some moments from our very ...
01/17/2026

WOW. Hard to believe that backlot began almost 10yrs ago, in 2016! Hopping on the to share some moments from our very first year.

A decade ago?! We served gelato?! How is that even possible.

So much love for everyone we’ve met along the way - enjoy this trip down memory lane!

Address

1800 W Cuyler Ave
Chicago, IL
60613

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 5pm
Thursday 6:30am - 5pm
Friday 6:30am - 5pm
Saturday 7am - 5pm
Sunday 7am - 5pm

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