Visit the Largest Starbucks in the World in Chicago Illinois
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Starbucks Reserve Roastery
Visiting the Starbucks Reserve Roastery was on our list of must-do places to visit while visiting Chicago, Illinois. Amazingly this Starbucks is the largest one in the world, and it is located within the United States.
The Starbucks Reserve Roastery opened in November 2019 and boasts 5 stories across 35,000 square feet. The first Starbucks opened in 1971 in Seattle’s Pike Place Market. The Roasteries are where they take pride in crafting their signature roast coffee blends for all to enjoy. Here you will find a unique journey of roasting, brewing, and savoring coffee. Each floor at the Chicago roastery has its own distinct experience and hand-crafted cocktails and coffee. This is the perfect location for coffee enthusiasts who have a passion for Starbucks’ exceptional coffee flavors.
Address: 646 North Michigan Avenue. On the corner of North Michigan Avenue and Erie Street along Chicago’s Magnificent Mile in Chicago, Illinois
Hours: Monday to Thursday 8am to 8pm, Friday to Sunday 8am to 9:30pm
Instagram @starbucksreserve
Coffee Beans
As you probably have imagined, they do roast their own coffee beans at this location. As you are transported to each floor on the uniquely designed escalator, you can view the large 56-foot cask where the coffee beans go to rest after the roasting process. The process is something beautiful and the smell of coffee beans fill the air.
Starbucks Take home souvenirs
You will have the opportunity to sample the newest coffee flavor, for us it was the new Oleato olive oil that was just introduced. I cannot say that I enjoyed the flavor, but it was a unique experience to be one of the first ones to try this new creation.
Purchase some signature coffee, or other souvenir to take home from mugs to bags to tumblers of all sizes. There is sure to be the perfect gift for any coffee lover.
Reserve Coffee Bar
Enjoy your favorite coffee at the Reserve Coffee Bar on the 1st floor as you enter this massive Starbucks where you can sample coffee from around the world. Stop by for a hot or cold coffee, latte, spritz, tea and more. Sample your favorite eggs or fruit while you sip on your drink. No refreshers can be found here but there are multiple other options to choose from.
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View Chicago’s skyline 94 stories above Michigan Avenue.
Princi Bakery and Cafe
On the 2nd floor you can find an Italian Bakery created by Rocco Princi with a full menu of foods to choose from. Choose from pastries, pizza, sweets, tarts, brownies and spritz drinks.
Enjoy a 60-minute cruise along the Chicago River. Prices start at $53.70
Experimental Coffee Bar
Located on the 3rd floor you can find the experimental stages of coffee making at its finest.
Arriviamo Bar and Barrel Aged Coffee Bar
Stop on the 4th floor for a taste of wine, beer and cocktails made just for you. Enjoy a Chicago signature drink or sample Starbucks signature beer or other liquor type drinks. Have a seat at the bar, or sip while you walk up to the top floor and hang out for a while on the outdoor patio but don’t forget to grab something sweet or savory along the way. You can also find more coffee and souvenirs to take home on this floor.
Outdoor roof terrace
Head up to the 5th floor and sit a while on the outside patio as you sip on your favorite spritzer, coffee, or alcoholic beverages. There is limited seating so get there early in order to grab a seat. There is an excellent view of Michigan Avenue from this floor.
Special Signature Experiences
Check out the special events at any of the roasteries.
Art of the Espresso Martini - Make this signature cocktail and then enjoy sipping your homemade drink.
It Started Here First - create your signature drink
Coffee Lab: A Journey of Senses - learn how to sample coffee like a pro
Roastery locations
Seattle, Washington
Chicago, Illinois
New York, New York
Empire State Building, New York
Seattle SoDo, Washington, located at the Starbucks global headquarters
Milano
Toyoko
Shanghai
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Other hotel accommodations in Chicago
Whether you are a coffee connoisseur or just looking for a unique experience while visiting Chicago, this Starbucks Reserve Roastery is the perfect place to stop. You can experience signature blends of coffee as you spend time exploring the roastery or take your drink to go as you stroll along the Magnificent Mile. Either way, your world will forever be changed with the wonderful aroma of coffee beans in the air.
Enjoy the journey,
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