Kribi Coffee - CrossFunction

chicago has a serious specialty coffee scene, and the further you get from the loop, the more interesting it tends to get. kribi coffee crossfunction sits on south blvd in oak park, just past the city's western edge, which puts it in a neighborhood that operates at a slightly different pace. that matters more than you might think. roasting your own coffee instead of buying pre-roasted beans from a wholesaler is a commitment, and it shows in what ends up in the cup. the regulars here are vocal about it, and that kind of repeat loyalty in a coffee-literate city isn't something that happens by default. if you're heading out on a weekday morning, south blvd is worth the trip.