Welcome to Grail Cafe

The Grail Cafe

About Us

A Cup of Inspiration to Make Your Day​

The Grail Cafe located at 715 S Dearborn St Chicago, IL 60605, within the Printer's Row District in the South Loop neighborhood. The Grail Cafe is a community focused space, where all are invited to eat, drink, and socialize.

The Grail Cafe located at 715 S Dearborn St Chicago, IL 60605, within the Printer’s Row District in the South Loop neighborhood. The Grail Cafe is a community focused space, where all are invited to eat, drink, and socialize.

Our mission is to utilize locally sourced ingredients to craft our drink and food offerings. The coffee menu will showcase local roasters. Our food menu will be thoughtfully prepared to respect the seasonality of ingredients which highlight the freshness, flavor, and goodness in each dish.

Sheldrick Holmes and Steven Cook met in 2001 and acknowledged a shared dream of one day owning a cafe. The Grail Cafe cultivates from many different seeds that have been planted throughout our lives while residing, working, and learning in the South Loop neighborhood of Chicago. We have a love of food, a passion for service and a desire to connect with our community. Harvesting these ingredients, The Grail Cafe offers an experience where goodness can be found.

It gives me great pleasure to contribute to the community with the best coffee in town and a place to build relationships.

Paolo Rizzo. Owner.

The Grail Cafe is a popular cafe located in the heart of downtown Chicago. It is a cozy and welcoming spot that has become a favorite among locals and tourists alike.

The cafe serves a variety of coffee drinks, including espresso, lattes, and cappuccinos, as well as teas and hot chocolate. In addition to the standard coffee shop fare, The Grail Cafe offers a variety of pastries, sandwiches, and salads, as well as vegan and gluten-free options.

One of the standout features of The Grail Cafe is its interior design. The cafe has a unique and eclectic aesthetic that combines elements of Gothic and Victorian styles. The walls are adorned with vintage mirrors, chandeliers, and other decorative items that create a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The seating options include comfortable armchairs, plush sofas, and high-top tables.

The Grail Cafe also hosts live music events and poetry readings, adding to the cafe’s bohemian and creative vibe. The events are held in the cafe’s upstairs space, which features a balcony that overlooks the bustling streets of downtown Chicago.

About Us

A Cup of Inspiration to Make Your Day​

The Grail Cafe located at 715 S Dearborn St Chicago, IL 60605, within the Printer's Row District in the South Loop neighborhood. The Grail Cafe is a community focused space, where all are invited to eat, drink, and socialize.

Our Coffee Fans Speak!

The staff was attentive and helpful deciding on a menu item for breakfast. The quiche, smoked salmon sandwich on pumpernickel and peanut butter and jam grilled sandwich was a fresh change to traditional Cafe items. Ingredients were fresh and delicious. The atmosphere is artistic, comfortable, and modern. I will definitely make it a frequent place to patronize. The owners definitely put themselves into this Cafe.
Carlos ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Nice atmosphere; good tea selection, happy they have vegan options as well as a beautiful pastry case. Husband enjoyed a smoked salmon sandwich on pumpernickel.
Julia ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Great coffee in the quaint neighborhood of Printers Row inSouth Loop. Half Cafe with steamed cream was my favorite and my wife could not keep from having a pastry with hers. The breakfast was an upscale gourmet breakfast with original flavors and spices designed by the owner/chef.
Amy ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Local hangout for good healthy breakfast options. Service can be a little slow but the food and the ambiance makes it worth it if you’re not in a rush to go anywhere.
Lisa ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Fabulous cafe and coffee shop. The signature latte with tumeric, ginger, and honey is delicious. Cinnamon roll has the most lovely frosting. Scone is perfect texture. Yum!
Edward ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Chicago, , United States​​

Sunday - 7 am - 6 pm Monday - 7 am - 6 pm Tuesday - 7 am -6 pm Wednesday - 7 am - 6 pm Thursday - 7 am - 6 pm
Friday - 7 am - 6 pm Saturday - 7 am - 6 pm