Chicago - February 03, 2010

Spilling the Beans

Filter Coffeehouse Reopens

It’s our job to tell you about exciting openings. But there are times we’d rather not (like now). We want this place to ourselves.

Fine, we’ll spill (arm-twisting hurts). Just promise to save us a seat.

Filter quietly opened its doors a few days ago. After two and a half years, it’s back — and better than ever. 

What’s new: It’s roasting its own beans (house plus one of ten specialty brews daily). And it’s just about LEED certified — recycled floors, found doors, Durock from the old Filter. Snack on house-made falafel and hummus; a new pancake recipe; Belgian waffles; and the best, freshest salads imaginable.

What’s not: Hipster Hash (hash browns, veggies, cheese, eggs, salsa), Full Monty (pancake; eggs; hash browns; and choice of bacon, ham, or turkey sausage), and sweet potato fries. Awesome vintage furniture and lamps. A stay-all-day attitude.

We’re no good at secrets.

We have no filter.

Filter, 1373-75 North Milwaukee Avenue, between Wood Street and Wolcott Avenue ( 773-904-7819  773-904-7819 ).