Uncommon Ground
1214 West Grace, Chicago
(773) 929-3680
www.uncommonground.com


Laid-back Wrigleyville coffee bar with a comfortable vibe, cool live music and a full menu of hearty cafe fare. Uncommon Ground is a sunny cafe that serves wholesome breakfasts, big bowls of coffee, a variety of pastries and desserts and live music five nights a week. Walls are adorned with colorful works of recycled art, and hardwood floors and straight-backed wooden chairs make the place feel like a hip Quaker meeting room. A recently added dining room sports a more sophisticated vibe, with a fireplace, chocolate leather couches, spacious bar and contemporary hanging light fixtures. The cafe hosts monthly showings of local artists' work, all of which is for sale. During the warmer months, dogs can join their owners on the sidewalk cafe and enjoy free water and dog biscuits.

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