The Bar
Espresso pulled to order, seasonal lattes, cold brew, matcha — the reason people show up before 8.
669 Graceland Ave · Des Plaines, IL
Espresso pulled to order, fresh-pressed juice, and pastries baked daily — your neighborhood cafe, open every single day.
Two reasons to stop by
Espresso pulled to order, seasonal lattes, cold brew, matcha — the reason people show up before 8.
Croissants, danishes, smoothies, and the Dubai chocolate bar everyone ends up asking about.
On the board
Also available: fresh juices, gourmet snacks, dessert cups, and hot tea & hot chocolate.
Why we're here
“We wanted to open something this neighborhood would actually use every day — not just visit once.”
New Milan opened on Graceland Ave during Thanksgiving week 2025, independently owned from day one. Organic ingredients, pastries made fresh daily, and coffee actually worth slowing down for — that's the whole idea.
No corporate playbook, no drive-thru speed-run. Just a genuine neighborhood stop, open long before most places and long after most close.
Find us
Mon–Fri 6–10.
Sat–Sun 8–10.