The Coffee & Tea Exchange

The Coffee & Tea Exchange: Est. 1975

For over 45 years, The Coffee & Tea Exchange of Chicago has brought the world’s finest coffee and tea to the Chicagoland area. Located just off the main intersection of North Broadway and Donald, it offers an array of options to cozy morning coffee-seekers who are on-the-go or want to settle in for a leisurely caffeine experience. Here you’ll find an independently-owned coffee shop and roaster, with home-roasted coffee beans and teas from around the world.

What You Can Expect During Your Visit

During your visit to The Coffee & Tea Exchange you can expect a variety of menu options, from coffee and tea to bagels, cakes and other baked goods. Home-roasted coffee beans and tea from around the world is also available for purchase, and kerbside pickup saving you the time you’d otherwise wait in line. Their friendly and knowledgeable staff is always on hand to answer any questions you may have during your visit, and people typically spend about 15 minutes here.

Menu and Hours

The Coffee & Tea Exchange offers amazing gluten-free food, as well as some vegan and dairy-free options. People rave about the fantastic staff and selection of gluten-free dishes, as well as the accidental phone retrieval! They are open 7?AM–6?PM Wednesday through Sunday, including a special ‘Coffee & Tea Exchange Fall Sale’. Be careful to double check if things are gluten-free before you buy, as although the takeout food and store-made items are gluten-free, some of the home-made products contain wheat starch and gluten.

Caffeine Comparison

Is tea gentler on the stomach than coffee? Tea contains less acidity than coffee, so it is gentler on the stomach than coffee. Coffee typically has between 95 and 200 milligrams of caffeine, while black tea has around between 14 and 70 milligrams of caffeine, green tea around 24 to 45 milligrams, and white tea between 6 and 60 milligrams. For an interesting take on both brewing together, many Ethiopians combine tea and coffee to make a beverage called Spreeze or Spritz, which is sweetened with sugar.

Nearby Locations

The Coffee & Tea Exchange is surrounded by exciting attractions, with the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Roller Skating and Bowling Center just two blocks away, along with the popular Lincoln Park Zoo and Lincoln Park Conservatory right around the corner. With 45 years of experience, an outstanding reviews for their gluten-free menu options and fantastic staff — as well as the convenience of kerbside pickup — The Coffee & Tea Exchange of Chicago is certainly a must-try when traveling through the Windy City!