Front of The Brewed The Xavierite
Sunny skies, warmer weather, and… zombies getting their own unique display? It is a horror-themed celebration all year long at Chicago’s The Brewed, a coffee shop perfect for caffeine lovers who also enjoy their fair share of scares.
When I first walked into The Brewed, I was overwhelmed by all of the decorations surrounding me. I am a fan of October and all things of that nature, so there was a lot to take in. From the standout purple entrance on the corner of the street to the hanging sculpture that greets guests, I was slowly falling in love with the place.
Aside from the hanging sculpture, the coffee shop has checkered floors with a rainbow of colors in every corner, the main one being the purple over the walls. There is a variety of seating, with different sections of stools, couches, and booths.
I was so caught up in looking around me that by the time I got to the cashier to order, I had not had a chance to look at the actual menu. While I ended up ordering my usual iced vanilla latte, there are some specials that The Brewed is known for.
Specials include: Firestarter, tangerine ancho chili latte; Skull Island, banana mocha; Kaijuice, salted pistachio matcha latte; Re-agent, espresso tonic; and Leland Palmer, cold brew lemonade.
On top of the specials, The Brewed serves all types of coffee you can typically find at a coffee shop along with a variety of tea and pastries.
The iced vanilla latte was pretty good, but I would love to go back to try some of the more unique items on the menu.
Along with selling drinks and food, there is also a case near the front full of horror movies on DVD. These are for sale along with unique T-shirts and bags.
I also had the opportunity to walk around the entirety of the coffee shop. There are cases of horror memorabilia throughout to add to the overall experience and vibe of the place.
For anyone interested in events held at The Brewed, there is a special “Brewed Monster Movie Club,” you can sign up for free, exclusive alerts and announcements to future movie screenings and events you won’t want to miss.
One thing that was also nice about visiting was the amount of street parking available. While it was standard, this was a less congested area of the city, so it made it easier to find a spot and park for free.
Near the coffee shop, you can also find a local bookstore, some food places, and a neighborhood to walk around if the weather allows.
You can find The Brewed at 2843 N Milwaukee Ave in Chicago, Illinois. On weekdays, they are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. On weekends, they are open from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.