Who we are

Brewing Chicago's Diversity, One Cup at a Time

Welcome to Café con Soul, a coffee company born and brewed right here in Chicago—the city of big shoulders, and even bigger hearts. Just like the diverse neighborhoods that make up our incredible city, we believe the best coffee experiences are rich, complex, and full of life from every corner of the globe.

We're more than just a coffee shop; we’re a melting pot in a mug. Our roots are firmly planted in Chicago's spirit of multiculturalism and diversity, which is reflected in every aspect of our business. From the global origins of our beans to the unique flavors we craft, and most importantly, the people we hire and serve—inclusion is the fuel in our espresso machine.

Our Mission: Cultivating Connection

At Café con Soul, our mission is to brew more than just coffee - we cultivate connections. Rooted in community and driven by inclusion, we create welcoming spaces where every cup celebrates the rich diversity of all races, cultures, and backgrounds. From farm to cup, we are committed to ethical sourcing, intentional storytelling, and fostering unity - one sip, one smile, and one shared experience at a time.

We understand that coffee is a universal language, something enjoyed by people across every background, and we strive to become a true part of every community we serve. Whether you're grabbing a quick morning jolt or settling in for a long afternoon chat, Café con Soul is your space.

Come grab a cup and share your story with ours. Let's brew something soulful together.

Make an Impact

A cartoon-style illustrated girl with large eyes, short dark hair in a messy bun, wearing hoop earrings and a colorful striped sweater, sitting on a light-colored couch, holding a white mug, smiling with wide eyes, against a plain white background.

A young man with a bald head and light skin, wearing a teal T-shirt, is standing in a bright kitchen holding a white mug with both hands and smiling.

Our Coffee

Conscious cup owners

Conscious cup coffee owners, see coffee shops as more than just a place to go to grab a cup of coffee- they believe it is the heartbeat of the community and we do too! They believed in it so much they now have 5 locations on the north side of Chicago and are branching out to help others. They are a family-owned business that has been operating since 2006. They believe in coffee’s opportunity to improve lives and when we connected with them, we felt the family connection. Of course, it is business but in all that we are building they are with us every step of the way! We are fortunate to have them be a part of the beginning and to work with throughout this journey.

Coffee Roasting

Everything they do is done with awareness and intention. They focus on four things: Farming, Processing, people first and serving. They ensure that when roasting coffee they know it will affect the richness of the aroma and flavor in the coffees they purchase for both single-origin and blended offerings. They ensure they are choosing suppliers that have the most amazing coffee from around the world and picking coffee at the peak of ripeness. They are not roasting in vast batches to provide large amounts to serve they roast coffee weekly and taste it weekly to ensure they are staying true to the pureness of the best coffee in the Chicago area.

Harvesting

Conscious cups Philosophy is simple; They believe in doing well by doing good. That means sourcing coffee from some of the world’s best producers- farmers who care deeply about their community, the environment and quality. They make it a point to visit the farmers that grow the coffee and take care of them (extended family) in business to cultivate a great working relationship no matter the distance. They assist in pouring into sustainable markets for farmers and producers, ensuring they can grow and prosper. In learning this their beliefs (everything done with awareness and intention, considering equity, culture, and the environment) matched ours once again!