Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea Menu

Welcome to Fairgrounds Coffee & Tea, a vibrant cafe nestled in the heart of Chicago at 5500a S University Ave. This delightful spot offers a diverse and inviting menu suitable for all ages. For the little ones, the Kids Corner features favorites like Jacobs' Breakfast, which pairs scrambled eggs with chicken apple sausage and fresh berries – all for just $6.99.

As for adults, the Headliners section boasts hearty delights such as the St. Stephen's Salmon BLT and the wholesome Hearty Turkey & Havarti sandwich, both priced at $11.99. If you're looking for breakfast options, don’t miss the savory Bacon Breakfast Tacos and customizable Egg and Cheese Sandwich.

Each dish is crafted with care, showcasing fresh ingredients and unique flavors. As noted by loyal patrons, including Yaru Xue, Fairgrounds is not only a haven for gastronomical pleasure but also a perfect spot for working and unwinding.

Food - Extras

• Side Of Chicken

  US$3.99

• Side Of Toast

  US$1.99

• Side Of Scrambled Eggs

  US$3.99

• Side Of Chicken Sausage

  US$3.99

• Side Of Avocado

  US$3.99

• Side Of Roasted Salmon

  US$5.99

• Side Of Chips

  US$2.25

• Side Of Bacon Lardons

  US$3.99

• Side Of Lox

  US$5.99

Cafe - Brew Bar

• Whirlwind - Killer Diller

  Whirlwind - Killer Diller: Alcohol-infused coffee, available in 12 oz or 16 oz sizes.

  US$5.00

• Counter Culture - Big Trouble

  US$4.50

• Passion House - Rotating SO

  US$5.00

• Four Letter Word - Parachute Blend

  US$5.00

• Frothy Monkey - Unwind (Decaf

  Unwind decaf blend from Nashville, tn's frothy monkey.

  US$5.00

• Panther Coffee (BB)

  US$5.00

• Verve - The 1950

  US$5.00

Cafe - Blended

• Rainforest Remedy

  Pineapple and coconut smoothie topped with a shot of matcha.

  US$9.99

• Very Berry Smoothie

  Blueberry, strawberry, raspberry, blackberry, blueberry tea, lemonade, agave.

  US$6.99

Cafe - Tea

• Blueberry Rooibos (Bb)

  A succulent rooibos blend with sweet blueberries and revitalizing schizandra berries.

  US$4.50

• China Breakfast (Bb)

  A full-bodied and smooth breakfast blend with hints of sweet caramel and spice.

  US$4.50

• Earl Grey Lavender (Bb)

  Enchanting lavender perfectly complements the floral aromas and citrus notes of Earl Grey.

  US$4.50

• Peach Blossom White (Bb)

  White tea infused with juicy peach, tangerine and aromatic blossoms.

  US$4.50

• Chai Latte

  US$6.50

• Jasmine Green (Bb)

  Fresh and soothing green tea scented with the enchanting aroma of jasmine blossoms.

  US$4.50

• Turmeric Ginger (Bb)

  Organic mango, organic turmeric root, organic pineapple, organic ginger root, organic green tea with jasmine, natural mango flavor, essential kaffir lime oil.

  US$4.50

Cafe - Handcrafted beverages

• Vietnamese Cold Brew

  Fairgrounds cold brew on tap shaked with sweetened condensed milk, cinnamon and fresh mint.

  US$6.50

• Sticky Chai Latte

  US$7.00

• Espresso Old Fashioned

  Same great notes as the classic cocktail, just with the opposite effect!

  US$6.00

• Snickerdoodle Latte

  US$7.00

• Craft Hot Chocolate

  Vosges fair trade drinking chocolate and steamed milk served with a black salt coconut caramel marshmallow.

  US$6.50

• Alternative Energy

  Grass fed butter and coconut oil blended with a freshly brewed cup of Black and Tan coffee from Milwaukee's Colectivo Coffee Roasters.

  US$7.00

• Gingerbread Matcha Latte

  US$7.00

Cafe - From the Taps

• Marin Pinot Sage Kombucha

  Marin pinot sage kombucha.

  US$7.00

• Metropolis Cold Brew

  US$20.51

• Salted Caramel Cold Brew

  US$7.00

• Counter Culture Draft Latte

  US$7.00

• Counter Culture Nitro Cold Brew

  US$6.50

• Wild Bay Kombucha

  US$21.01

• Dark Matter Chocolate City Cold Brew

  US$21.01

Cafe - Matcha Bar

• Matcha Cappuccino

  Your choice of matcha, with steamed milk and milk foam.

  US$5.00

• Matcha Latte

  US$6.50

• Matcha Cortado

  Your choice of matcha, with milk foam.

  US$5.00

• Matcha Double Shot

  Your choice of matcha.

  US$4.99

• Matcha Americano

  US$4.50

• Matcha Mocha

  US$7.00

Food - The Side Show

• "Roasted" Potatoes

  Vegan, gluten free, vegetarian. ancho roasted fingerling potatoes, poblano and onion rajas.

  US$5.99

• Hard Boiled Eggs

  US$1.99

• Mary Jane's Morning Greens

  Mixed greens, sweet onion vinaigrette.

  US$5.99

• Overnight Oats (GG)

  US$4.99

• The Bluebird Fruit Cup

  Seasonal fruit.

  US$6.99

• Matcha Chia Pudding (GG)

  US$5.99

Food - Kids Corner

• Jacobs' Breakfast

  Scrambled eggs, chicken apple sausage, fresh berries.

  US$6.99

• Kids Hot Chocolate

  US$3.49

• Noa's Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup

  American cheese, challah, tomato soup, choice of chips or fresh berries.

  US$6.99

• Mila's Pizza Bagel

  Plain bagel, pizza sauce, shredded mozzarella cheese, choice of chips of fresh berries.

  US$6.99

• Sadee's Quesadilla

  Flour tortilla, shredded cheese, choice of chips of fresh berries.

  US$6.99

Food - the Opening Act

• Big Tex Breakfast Tacos

  US$10.99

• Purple Spoon Açaí Bowl

  Vegan, vegetarian. Açaí, strawberry, blueberry, banana, granola, coconut.

  US$11.99

• Egg & Cheese Sammy

  Scrambled eggs, American cheese, sport pepper aioli, brioche bun.

  US$7.99

• Bagel & Schmear

  Choice of plain or everything bagel with whipped cream cheese or grass fed butter and jam.

  US$4.99

• Goldie's Lox Platter

  Lox, tomato, cucumber, red onion, dill, everything bagel spice, whipped cream cheese, choice of plain or everything bagel.

  US$15.99

• Red Rocks Breakfast Burrito

  US$11.99

• Austin's Finest Breakfast Tacos

  Flour tortilla served with scrambled eggs, fajita peppers, corn and black bean relish finished with an avocado crema.

  US$10.99

• Sausage, Egg & Cheese Sammy

  Scrambled eggs, chicken apple sausage, American cheese, sport pepper aioli, brioche bun.

  US$8.99

• Bad Hass Avocado Toast

  US$13.49

• Bacon, Egg & Cheese Sammy

  Scrambled eggs, bacon lardons, American cheese, sport pepper aioli, brioche bun.

  US$8.99

Cafe - Espresso Bar

• Cortado

  US$5.00

• Macchiato

  US$5.19

• Espresso Double Shot

  US$4.69

• Mocha

  Your choice of espresso, Fair Trade chocolate and steamed milk. Served with a chocolate truffle.

  US$7.00

• Cappuccino

  US$5.00

• Americano

  US$4.50

• Latte

  Your choice of espresso, with hot milk and milk foam.

  US$6.50

• Turmeric Ginger Latte

  Turmeric infused spiced black tea with steamed milk.

  US$6.50

Salads & Bowls

• Chopped Salad - Vegan

  Baby kale, radish, cucumber, red pepper, pickled shallot, almond, pumpkin spice vinaigrette - Vegan

  US$12.00

• Southwest Salad

  Romaine, black beans, corn, red pepper, tomato, monterey jack, chipotle buttermilk ranch

  US$12.50

• Roasted Veggie Bowl

  Grains, zucchini, roasted peppers, tomato, pickled radish, goat cheese, baby kale, Greek vinaigrette

  US$11.00

• Sweet Potato Bowl - Vegan

  Grains, sweet potato, kale, cranberry, chickpea, pumpkin spice, pepitas, lemon tahini dressing - Vegan

  US$12.00

• Chicken Caesar

  Baby kale, chicken, parmesan, harissa caesar dressing

  US$12.50

Food- The Headliners

• Hearty Turkey & Havarti

  Oven roasted turkey, havarti, red cabbage slaw, mixed greens, tomato, thousand island dressing, multigrain bread.

  US$11.99

• St. Stephen's Salmon BLT

  Roasted salmon, bacon lardons, mixed greens, tomato, sport pepper aioli, multigrain bread.

  US$11.99

• All "Kale" Caesar

  Baby kale, red cabbage, parmesan, croutons, harissa caesar dressing.

  US$10.99

• South X Southwest

  Baby kale, red cabbage, red quinoa, corn and black bean relish, cherry tomato, queso fresco, ancho toasted sunflower seeds, chipotle ranch dressing.

  US$12.99

• All Shuk Up Cauli Wrap

  Mixed greens, baby kale, roasted cauliflower, red quinoa, cherry tomato, Persian cucumber, feta cheese, hummus, lemon tahini dressing.

  US$12.99

• Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup

  American, cheddar, and havarti cheeses on multigrain with housemade tomato soup.

  US$11.99

• Funnel Cake Fries

  With powdered sugar and house made mixed berry jam.

  US$9.99

• All Shuk Up Cauli Salad

  Mixed greens, baby kale, roasted cauliflower, red quinoa, cherry tomato, Persian cucumber, feta cheese, hummus, lemon tahini dressing.

  US$12.99

• Grilled Cheese

  US$8.49

• All "Shuk" Up Cauli Shawarma Salad

  Mixed greens, baby kale, roasted cauliflower, red quinoa, cherry tomato, Persian cucumber, feta cheese, hummus, lemon tahini dressing.

  US$12.99

Lunch Sandwiches

• Bacon, Lettuce, Avocado, Tomato

  Sourdough, Bacon, butter lettuce, avocado, tomato

  US$12.00

• Fire Roasted Chicken Melt

  Sourdough, fire roasted chicken, peppers, onions, havarti, cheddar

  US$13.00

• Tuna Avocado Melt

  Tuna salad, avocado, roasted tomato, cheddar, baby kale

  US$12.00

• Roasted Zucchini Sandwich - Vegan

  Multigrain, roasted zucchini, peppers, tomato, avocado, baby kale, avocado, oil & vinegar - Vegan

  US$9.00

• Sunbutter & Jam

  Rustic white bread, sunbutter, wild blueberry jam

  US$7.00

• Turkey Club

  Multigrain, Turkey, bacon, havarti, tomato, red onion, spring mix

  US$13.00

• Grilled Cheese With Tomato Soup

  Rustic white bread, havarti, cheddar with tomato soup

  US$10.00

Now on Tour

• Spiced Pear Latte

  What better way to keep warm than with a bit of spice! This beverage combines the crisp sweetness of pears with the staple of fall spices, cinnamon. This drink reminds us of the feeling of crunching through the newly fallen gold and red leaves that blanket the earth through the fall months.

  US$6.49

• Sage Chaider

  As the name implies, this drink is the ultimate combination of fall beverages with a sweet and savory twist - chai and apple cider with sage simple syrup. This drink is perfect to enjoy when the days are growing shorter and that first bone-chilling night sets in - it will definitely keep you warm.

  US$5.99

Breakfast

• Bacon Breakfast Tacos

  Egg, bacon, Monterey jack, black bean & corn relish, radish, avocado crema, pepitas

  US$13.00

• Oatmeal

  Oatmeal, spiced maple syrup

  US$6.00

• Egg And Cheese Sandwich

  Brioche, fried egg, Choice of Protein, cheddar, giardiniera aioli

  US$11.00

• Acai Bowl

  Acai, fresh berries, coconut, granola

  US$12.00

• Sausage Breakfast Burrito

  Egg, sausage, monterey jack, crispy potato, black bean & corn relish, avocado crema, roasted peppers

  US$13.00

• Breakfast Bowl (Gluten Free)

  Fried Egg, Cheese, Tots, Bacon, Pepper Relish & Giardiniera Aioli - GF

  US$9.50

• Greek Yogurt

  Greek Yogurt, Fresh Fruit, Granola, Matcha Honey

  US$8.00

• Avocado Toast With West Town Sourdough

  Sourdough, avocado, pickled radish, tomato, everything bagel seasoning

  US$12.00

Food - Pastries

• Apple Fritter

  US$3.99

• Cookie

  US$3.50

• Decorated Sugar Cookie

  US$4.99

• Cake Pop

  US$4.75

• Donut

  Glazed donut.

  US$3.50

• Croissant

  US$4.99

• Croissant, Chocolate

  US$4.50

• Muffin

  US$3.50

• Brownie

  US$4.99