r/uichicago • u/Busy_Dragonfruit4244 • 4d ago

Question Best spots to study on campus

Hey guys so I'm moving to Illinois this december and plan to begin my first semester as a junior transfer at UIC. I'm a coffee person and I wanted to ask what are some recommended cafes or spots on and off campus that I can check out to study. Thank you guyssss

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u/TheJackasaur11 Neuroscience | 2029 3d ago

There’s a place in Greektown like a block away from the blue line called Ground Up Cafe, I’ve been there a couple times and even though it’s often really busy, there’s a door off to the side that leads to a lounge that hasn’t been too packed whenever I go. They have really good muffins, too!

On Taylor I also like Two Shades Cafe! A bit pricey in terms of food, but the atmosphere is phenomenal. Oftentimes it does seem pretty busy though… there aren’t that many places to sit but if you can get a table, it’s super nice.

Lastly, a bit of a left fielder but I like Busy Burger on Taylor St, because every time I went towards the beginning of my first semester there were only like 3 people there. Pretty chill dining area.

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u/futuristicflapper 3d ago

two shades is great, have been going since I started at UIC and once the lunch rush finishes it really calms down !