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Kopi

Describes itself as "a traveler's cafe." In practice, it's a relaxed coffee shop of the early 1990s vintage, with earthy decor and earnest staff. Also includes a small shop of eclectic things from around the world.

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Address: 5317 N Clark St
Getting there: Berwyn Red Line
Hours: Mon-Thu 8AM-11PM, Fri 8AM-midnight, Sat 9AM-midnight, Sun 10AM-11PM
Website: kopicafechicago.com (opens in a new tab)

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Listing from Wikivoyage: Chicago/Uptown, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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