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Café Consume

3452 S Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60608
Coffee & Tea, Bagels
Closed
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Café Consume 7.8
McKinley Park
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A McKinley Park coffee counter that doubles as a local hangout, with breakfast sandwiches that happen to land well on an everything bagel. Treat it like a focused grab-and-go stop: one bagel sandwich, one iced drink, done.
Must-Try Dishes: Bacon, egg & cheese on an everything bagel, Sausage, egg & cheese on an everything bagel, Iced latte
Scores:
Value: 8.3 Service: 7.6 Consistency: 7.8 Food Quality: 7.8 Atmosphere: 7.2 Cultural Relevance: 7.5
What makes it special: Breakfast bagel sandwiches that feel built for regulars.
Who should go: Grab-and-go breakfast commuters
When to visit: Early morning before the rush
What to order: BEC on everything bagel, sausage egg & cheese, iced latte
Insider tip: Go everything bagel first—then adjust with sauces later.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Metered and unmetered street parking in the surrounding blocks; usually manageable in the morning.
Dress code: Casual — everyday clothes, workout wear, or commute-friendly outfits all fit.
Noise level: Low to moderate — café chatter, easy to hold a conversation.
Weekend wait: N/A — breakfast-and-lunch-focused spot, not a dinner destination.
Weekday lunch: No wait to 5 minutes typical; short lines move quickly.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — egg-and-cheese bagels and custom veg builds are easy.
Vegan options: Limited — bagels and some add-ons may work, but core sandwiches lean egg-and-cheese.
Gluten-free options: No — bagel-based menu with no clear gluten-free substitute.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for a low-pressure coffee meet than a sit-down date — quick, casual, and easy to exit.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — counter-service with limited seating; most people grab and go.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for older kids who can handle a quick café stop; no special kids’ menu or play space.
Best For
Better for: Reliable, well-built breakfast bagel sandwiches in a fast, neighborhood café format.
Skip if: You want a sit-down brunch, broad bagel variety, or vegan/gluten-free depth.

Hours

Monday7am - 3pm
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
Friday7am - 3pm
Saturday7am - 3pm
Sunday7am - 3pm