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“A modern mix of Mexican spice, American nostalgia, and Southern soul”
Currency Exchange Cafe is a coffeeshop and restaurant located in the heart of Washington Park on Chicago's southside. The cafe’s unique design- created from repurposed materials, including the original hand-painted signs of the actual currency exchange that inhabited the space previously- allows for a growing collection of browsable books, and eventually access to an expansive 35mm slide collection of world art and architecture. Patrons are invited to use the space for contemplation, conversation and consumption of both edible and cultural products. Currency Exchange Cafe’s cuisine is a modern pairing of Southern Soul and Mexican Spice. Inspired heavily by traditional flavors of these strong cultures, Currency Exchange Cafe’s food takes on a deep, local character that reflects the culinary heritage of our home, Chicago.
Stopped in on a Thursday night for their happy hour events. It's a cozy and intimate place and the live music was great. My cocktail was pretty good, I had their version of an old fashion and it... Read more
Establishment brought to my attention by local who thought it would be a nice coffee place with decent food prior to our flight home. Yelp reviews looked good minus suspicious lack of pictures,... Read more
Really enjoyed the happy hour vibe and music (with the exception of when the dj tried to play R Kelly). The drinks were good and the bar staff were attentive. My only complaint would be that the... Read more
Retreat at Currency Exchange
Hours
- Mon - Wed: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Thu, Fri: 8:00 am - 9:00 pm
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Pets Allowed
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Wifi
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Credit Cards Accepted
- Reservations
- Does not take
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Outdoor Seating
Parking, Dining
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