A play cafe trend is gaining traction in Chicago this year with a new West Town addition.
From their social media, Mini City Play Cafe is coming to 1701 W Grand Avenue in early fall. The space will include playhouses and a full cafe serving coffee from Magnifico Coffee Roasters. Co-owner Amandou Lam told What Now Chicago the cafe will open sometime in August.
Lam and Adam Motz, parents of two twins, wanted to introduce a concept for both young children and parents that encourages creativity. It will be for children ages 0-6 and can host special events, classes and birthday parties.
“We wanted to create a space that encourages imaginative play while also giving parents a place where they can genuinely relax and connect,” Lam said.
Magnifico Coffee Roasters is a family owned Columbian coffee company at 3063 N Milwaukee Avenue in Avondale. The coffees served have not been released, but guests can expect lattes and espressos.
The play cafe will debut at the intersection of W Grand Avenue and N Pauline Street. This is right across from Uncle Mike’s Place Filipino restaurant. The stretch of W Grand Avenue is considered the south end of West Town.
“Our goal is to create something that feels special, intentional and lasting for the community,” Lam said.
For more information on Mini City Play Cafe and updates on the opening, visit their Instagram @minicityplaycafe.
