Coffee & Tea in Illinois

More than a coffee bar, Mr. Shesha's Coffee House is a unique establishment with an African-Middle Eastern feel that is an ideal place to come with some friends and just relax. Grab a couch, order a hookah, coffee or dessert and pull out one of the board games they have stocked. The brownies are a specialty, the coffee creations are heavenly and the smoothies come in flavor combinations of fruits like banana, kiwi, mango, papaya and coconut.

Try over 50 flavors of homemade ice cream at this local institution. The Plush Horse first opened its doors in 1937 and has been recently remodeled with an outdoor courtyard. It remains a nostalgic favorite for frozen treats, coffee, baked goods and other snacks. The scoops are enormous, as are their delicious waffle cones.

The Tasty Cuisine Chinese Restaurant is an immersion into the world of the Orient. Featuring beautiful ornate rugs and a soft interior, this restaurant is an extremely relaxing experience. It is family-oriented although also is a great place to take a date or hold a meeting. It is very well priced and serves a delicious array of dishes that is sure to satisfy any palate.

Heritage Bicycle General Store creates handcrafted Heritage Bicycles. Many of the bikes are made of American steel, welded in Chicago. The bikes come in all sizes and speeds. Repair services are also available. Other merchandise is sold including bike gear, apparel, mugs, bags and more.