Welcome to Cafe Ballou!

Cafe Ballou   is a warm
and unpretentious place where you can relax or work using the free wi-fi, enjoy our delectable menu of café food and coffee or tea drinks, and regroup for the challenges ahead. 

Our philosophy: Feel like you are in our living room. Be yourself – you don’t have to impress anyone here. And be sure to check out our calendar of events. 

We welcome you to stay a while, enjoy the work of local artists on our walls, join us for an event -- or dash in for a freshly made to-go or catered order. Remember us, too, when you're planning your next meeting or intimate party -- Ballou is available for rental.
                                                                                                                      
Check out our new LIVE JAZZ SUNDAYS, 1-3 pm (except holidays). 

Hours (later on event nights):  
Monday -- Sunday:  8 am - 6 pm

Location:  939 N. Western Ave. in Ukrainian Village

Phone:  773.342.2909

Getting here:  Café Ballou is easily accessible by car and parking is easy. We’re right on the Western Ave. #49 bus line and 3 blocks north of the Chicago Ave. #66 line.

Quick stop: Grab your morning coffee or afternoon pick-me up: Use our 15-minute parking spot right in front of our door.

Payment methods:  We accept cash and credit card payments.
 

We look forward to your visit!