Bridgeport baby! South but not too south (and don’t get Corey started on that). Bridgeport roasts in the shadow of Comiskey (or whatever the hell the White Sox call their dumb stadium). It is also the working class neighborhood hipsters love to crash. And where there are hipsters there are cool coffee houses.

Like over caffeinated cats we sat by the window while regulars spilled into the “frunch room.” Outside it was all cold and gloom. Inside was the mixing of the usual Chicago adornments (prominently displayed photo of the 1985 Bears, check) with a ton of fun sci-fi/fantasy souvenirs. The vibe honestly had a Butkus/Sheldon collaboration kind of feel and that is more than all right with me.

The menu tilted toward the latter and I greatly enjoyed my “Centaur” (a turkey, cheese and avocado panini). I also loved my cortado. Corey liked her cappuccino. Most importantly though the right person won at Gin.

We loved our time at the Jackalope and hope to come back soon. But we also seek out new coffee adventures. So we ask you, loyal reader, to message us with your favorite independent coffee spot. What should we chronicle next?

The Jackalope Coffee and Tea House is located at 755 W 32nd Street. Come for the coffee and their tasty paninis.