Fair trade coffee, roasted on site by wonderful people - it doesn't get any better than this! We held a "Coffee 101" class for our group and learned more about coffee than I thought possible - everything from where the coffee comes from, who grew it (!), how to roast the beans, and the different ways to brew a cup.
Conscious Cup Coffee Roasters
815-356-0115
Conscious Cup is a small-town coffee store with a homey feel. Offering affordable prices and a cozy atmosphere, this coffee shop regularly hosts community events and promotes other up-and-coming businesses. Its selection of coffees, teas and smoothies is extensive.
- Hours: Mon - Fri, 6am to 9pm; Sat, 7am - 9pm; Sun, 7am - 6pm
- Handicap Accessible: Entrance level with street
- Payments accepted: Cash, Debit Card, MasterCard, Visa
- Products: Fair Trade Coffee, Premium Loose Leaf Teas, Sandwiches, Salads, Freshly Baked Pastries.
- Food & dining options: Low calorie, Natural, Organic, Sugar-free
- General services: Catering, Eat-in, Prepared foods, Take-out, Web orders
- Menu link: www.consciouscup.com/blog/?page_id=129
- Specialties: 100% Socially and Environmentally Sustainable Coffees. Roasted right in the front window of the cafe!
- ATM: No
- Parking: Free lot
- Private events: Yes
- What makes this community special?: It's a large community with a small-town feeling of unity.
- Cuisine: American, Sandwiches
- Signature dishes: Premium Breakfast Paninis.
- What dish is most representative of the restaurant?: Fresh Roasted Coffee!!
- Price level: $
- Reservations: Not accepted
- Features: Banquets, Breakfast, Brunch, Catering, Group-friendly, Live Entertainment, Lunch, Private Parties
- Atmosphere: Quiet
- Dress code: Casual

They have the best coffee and an awesome staff. Am having to make do when I travel and have to go to one of those national chains - you know, the one with the green mermaid on it?! Used to live for that stuff, but since being a customer of CC, have found their coffee drinks to be far superior than any other place. The staff at CC is fantastic! Always with a smile and delivering true artistry when they make my latte! You have to try the caramel latte over ice! Wonderful way to keep cool in the coming summer months.