Heritage Bicycles - Chicago, IL

The Cafe

Name: Heritage Bicycles
Location: Chicago, IL
Address: 2959 N Lincoln Ave
Serving: Intelligentsia
Visit Date: November 14, 2015

The Experience
Cafe Aesthetic: 95/100
Coffee Quality: 80/100
Hospitality: 80/100
Overall Experience: 85/100

I originally heard of Heritage Bicycles & Coffee by way of Spruge a couple of years ago. I was excited by the concept of bike shop & coffee bar! Last week, I was finally able stop in for myself.

Heritage brought me back to the 1920s. Old world charm & classic bikes filled the space. The cafe was warm, welcoming, & bustling with guests. 

The welcoming feel of the cafe was accentuated by a full display of pastries calling my name. I took on a red velvet old fashioned from Something Sweet Donuts and it was amazing.

Throughout the cafe, the menu was displayed in about 3 different iterations. The specific coffees were laid out on an ever changing paper menu. The pour overs seemed pricey (yes - even for an S.O pour over), but a kenyan offering certainly struck my fancy! The baristas were functional, but neglected to engage any more than necessary to get me through the system and hand me a cup of fresh coffee.

THE COFFEE

The V60 of Kenya Raikiberu promised notes of pomegranate, lemon, & currants. The final cup however seemed to be overpowered by a rich tomato. While the mouthfeel was full and rich, I am not a fan of the more tomatoey Kenyans. I wouldn't discourage fans of lighter roasted Kenyans from enjoying this coffee, but I would certainly aim for something else next time I stop in.

Overall, my experience at Heritage was positive. The cafe had a good vibe and I was able to enjoy my coffee. I would not shy away from bringing friends visiting from out of town. The coffee & welcoming atmosphere is sure keep me warm more than a few days this winter.

HERITAGE

Good coffee served by skilled baristas in a cozy cafe.

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