Spoke & Bird coffee shop and Chicago Women’s Park & Garden
Are you looking for the perfect nature escape in the busy city? One of my favorite spots in the city happens to be next to my favorite farm-to-table coffee shop. I highly suggest ordering a coffee and snack from Spoke and Bird followed by an hour at Chicago Women’s Park & Garden.
Itinerary – Morning at Spoke and Bird and Chicago Women’s Park & Garden
- Paid to park on the street
- Grabbed coffee at Spoke and Bird
- Walked to Chicago Women’s Park & Garden and did a lap around the garden
- Found a spot to sit in the grass and enjoy my muffin from Spoke and Bird
Details about Spoke and Bird
More details! Spoke and Bird is my favorite coffee shop in the South Loop. It is perfect for a quick coffee, or grabbing breakfast with an old friend, or spending a few hours there getting some work done.
Let me tell you about their amazing patio. It has ample areas of shade and sunny tables. I make sure to grab a shady spot if I plan on working on the computer. I love a sunny spot if I have enjoying a cup of coffee with a friend.
Another important thing to us at A Nature Escape is supporting locals. Spoke & Bird does just this. They pride themselves on being a farm-to-table eatery. Most of their food comes directly from local farms. Which is so important to us here at Nature Escape.
Of course this farm-to-table approach makes for a great meal! I have enjoyed everything I have ordered at Spoke and Bird. Below are a list of some of my favorites:
- Blueberry muffin
- Tomato soup and grilled cheese
- Granola and yogurt
- The coffee! I love a good cup of black coffee, and they always have a few options to choose from
How Fern spent her morning
Mid morning, I grabbed a muffin and spent some time relaxing in Chicago Women’s Park & Garden.
Did you know that this park is named to celebrate the women who have impacted Chicago? I enjoyed reading more about these women here.
Although this is not hiking trip, Women’s Park & Garden is absolutely beautiful park. It is my go-to spot if I just want to relax. It is a small but mighty park.
While you are there, make sure you check out the community garden area with raised beds. Individuals and organizations interested in getting a garden plot, visit this website.
Furthermore, there are two historical houses on the property. I have not toured the houses yet because I prefer nature over history! However if you are a history buff, you should definitely sign up for a tour at the Glessnor House and the Henry B Clarke Museum.
ROSE + THORN
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I love finding out about different cafes from all over the world. Thank you for sharing this wonderful place you found! I hope I can visit this place someday soon x
What a wonderful find! Whenever I’m that area I will check out these recommendations out.
Looks like a great spot to enjoy some coffee and relax!