Located in Englewood, Kusanya is a nonprofit coffee shop & creative community gathering place. Kusanya is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and is sustained by cafe sales and individual donations and small grants. We exist to provide the place where great people can come together over great food, and community-born events can take place.
Sit and stay a while. During the day, Kusanya is a "for-here-mug" kind of place. We exist for the casual interactions among neighbors, the chance meetings, and the collaboration that happens organically when people are together. All prices shown are for 12oz size; all prices are displayed on the menu boards in the cafe.
Sit and stay a while. During the day, Kusanya is a "for-here-mug" kind of place. We exist for the casual interactions among neighbors, the chance meetings, and the collaboration that happens organically when people are together. All prices shown are for 12oz size; all prices are displayed on the menu boards in the cafe.
Reviews (25)
Jessica Smith
Jan 24, 2022
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What a gem! I stumbled upon this cafe by accident as I Google searched “cafes nearby” but it was divine intervention because this is easily one of the best neighborhood cafes that I’ve been in. The decor gives you all the feels. I had a big payback sandwich. It was perfect & just as described. And I had a mango blueberry frozen drink and it was also perfect. I sat and happily ate lunch and by the time I had taken in all the art and read all the things on the ways… I was so smitten by the space, that I bought a t-shirt! Try this cafe! Support the mission. Enjoy 😊
Alexa Cardello
Jan 22, 2022
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Torri W.
Jan 01, 2022
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Mo Ha
Oct 20, 2021
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Jam R.
Oct 14, 2021
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Femmily Blake R.
Oct 07, 2021
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Cherise Williams
Sep 20, 2021
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Monique F.
Sep 18, 2021
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W. Liu
Sep 13, 2021
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Debbie Flores
Sep 12, 2021
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Phil P.
Apr 16, 2021
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So I came here once before with my mom. I was looking for a breakfast spot while attending another meeting in the area. I noticed this spot again and my Yelp friend Char had been!
So I came back. Same spot, unique to other coffee joints. Loved the fact the mgr had two young black men cooking prepping and working the register.. .YES! Whole nother discussion which this platform is not for. HOWEVER, loved the fact that he was training them. Noticed how when I walked in, he coached them to "get to work" lololol......I commend that gentleman...
On to the food and ambiance. I concur the
So I came back. Same spot, unique to other coffee joints. Loved the fact the mgr had two young black men cooking prepping and working the register.. .YES! Whole nother discussion which this platform is not for. HOWEVER, loved the fact that he was training them. Noticed how when I walked in, he coached them to "get to work" lololol......I commend that gentleman...
On to the food and ambiance. I concur the
Janea V.
Jan 15, 2020
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Kusanya is such an amazing place with vibes that are UNMATCHED. Kusanya is in Englewood, Chicago and is community owned and they mean that. They had flyers for open mic nights, and yoga offered weekly at the cafe and even sold black owned/ community owned products such as hand made soaps for sell at the register.
The menu at Kusanya is so CREATIVE from the Chicken Funkadelic Sandwich, The Big Pay Back, Lupe Tabasco, Bernie Mac and even the Tuna Turner (and there were so many more). The staff was pleasant and helpful in explaining both food and drink options and giving me a run down and their
The menu at Kusanya is so CREATIVE from the Chicken Funkadelic Sandwich, The Big Pay Back, Lupe Tabasco, Bernie Mac and even the Tuna Turner (and there were so many more). The staff was pleasant and helpful in explaining both food and drink options and giving me a run down and their
Jerry Kaufman
Dec 16, 2019
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An absolute must visit cafe in Chicago. They have great coffee, which they make in their own roastery (you can also buy 1 lb bags). They have really good food: muffins, pastries, sandwiches with names like Mozz Def and Ham Master Jay, and dishes like Bernie Mac and Cheese. The staff is incredible - friendly and good service. Plenty of seating with some outlets for plugging in. And always good music lightly playing in the background.
Brent L.
Nov 30, 2019
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Diamond B.
Apr 26, 2019
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From the rustic feel, to the beautiful artwork and pictures displayed on the walls, this is a pretty cool cafe!
I ordered the Lupe Tabasco and it was delicious! I usually don't add anything spicy to my breakfast, so I was resistant to try due to the Tabasco sauce that comes on the sandwich. However, the cashier and one of the ladies behind me in line said it was tasty! So I gave the Lupe Tabasco a try and I'm happy I did!
I'm glad I tried this place instead of going to Burger King next door! Kusanya had actual real eggs on their sandwich and I was able to add veggies. I will be
I ordered the Lupe Tabasco and it was delicious! I usually don't add anything spicy to my breakfast, so I was resistant to try due to the Tabasco sauce that comes on the sandwich. However, the cashier and one of the ladies behind me in line said it was tasty! So I gave the Lupe Tabasco a try and I'm happy I did!
I'm glad I tried this place instead of going to Burger King next door! Kusanya had actual real eggs on their sandwich and I was able to add veggies. I will be
Andrew B.
Sep 12, 2018
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This place deserves all the hype it gets. i've been coming here almost daily since starting work down the street. I always order coffee black and the quality is stupendous. I've started getting the lunch recently and the Big Payback is delicious, not too much and reasonably priced. The staff is always friendly and parking is easy. Ill keep on coming back so long as they keep on being awesome!
Jeanell B.
Jul 06, 2018
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Great place! Saw this on a PBS special one night at work so me and my daughter checked it out. I had The Big Payback and my daughter had The Bernie Mac N Cheese. Excellent! She said it was the best thing she ever had which is a big deal for her. This place is a gem and I hope to see more pop up! Will be coming back.
Tiffany D.
May 10, 2018
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S. A.
Mar 26, 2018
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I loved walking into this coffee shop. It's in a good location, easy parking, free Wi-Fi, and great food selection. The cafe space is very open and comfortable and the bar is nicely designed out of reclaimed wood and doors( I think).
The staff is great, polite, funny, engaging and offering great service. The food coffee and music are all top notch and if your even think you want the baked oatmeal, do it, don't skimp on the warm cream.
Even though I was visiting from out of town, i felt welcome and like I was among friends. I can see why it's called "Kusanya" - bring together
The staff is great, polite, funny, engaging and offering great service. The food coffee and music are all top notch and if your even think you want the baked oatmeal, do it, don't skimp on the warm cream.
Even though I was visiting from out of town, i felt welcome and like I was among friends. I can see why it's called "Kusanya" - bring together
Kate J.
Mar 17, 2018
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Timothy Q.
Dec 11, 2017
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Non-profit cafe, c'mon y'all, this is pretty cool.
Folks told me, yeah, don't go to the South side. I'm from Oakland, and that's what people said about there too. It's kinda surreal here. This business should be supported!
French toast is good, cafe au lait a bit burned, soup great, and the Cornel West sandwich pretty boss!
The barista said they have music here sometimes.
Folks told me, yeah, don't go to the South side. I'm from Oakland, and that's what people said about there too. It's kinda surreal here. This business should be supported!
French toast is good, cafe au lait a bit burned, soup great, and the Cornel West sandwich pretty boss!
The barista said they have music here sometimes.
Martin C.
Oct 10, 2017
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I love this place. I come in once or twice a day. The quality of their coffee is beyond expectations. The other guys have nothing on them. The ambiance and decor are wonderful. Cozy and inviting with a very friendly staff. This is not a "fast food" place. Don't expect speedy service. Expect great service. Go Kusanya!
Char B.
Oct 02, 2017
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I FINALLY made out into this awesome space.
Tried before but my timing was off. They weren't open...
Well, today was a stumbled-upon kind of day.... So very happy I came! First visit... VERY AWESOME COFFEE! I mean DEEElicious !! They said they roast their own beans in house!
Um... Guess I never Submitted first review... So... 2 weeks later I was wanting that delicious roasty flavor... Got it for free! They have a Pay-It-Forward program! Sometimes your drink is in the last person! It's LOVE!
So, I bought a brownie.... Just to taste & give away (diet), but bit they are really
Tried before but my timing was off. They weren't open...
Well, today was a stumbled-upon kind of day.... So very happy I came! First visit... VERY AWESOME COFFEE! I mean DEEElicious !! They said they roast their own beans in house!
Um... Guess I never Submitted first review... So... 2 weeks later I was wanting that delicious roasty flavor... Got it for free! They have a Pay-It-Forward program! Sometimes your drink is in the last person! It's LOVE!
So, I bought a brownie.... Just to taste & give away (diet), but bit they are really
Sarah P.
Jul 18, 2017
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This is the spot for me whenever I'm in the neighborhood.
I had the baked oatmeal with fresh berries and almond milk and it was perfect, along with a latte. Prices are so so extremely reasonable, and the bakery case has yummy items ranging from 90 cents to three bucks. I love the aesthetic here. They have beautiful art pieces and a rustic, hip feel to the general decor. The coffee is roasted and packaged on-site and also sold at the Englewood Whole Foods. Everything is top notch quality with choices of $1 mugs of coffee if you order it to stay. I love the nods to Englewood throughout the
I had the baked oatmeal with fresh berries and almond milk and it was perfect, along with a latte. Prices are so so extremely reasonable, and the bakery case has yummy items ranging from 90 cents to three bucks. I love the aesthetic here. They have beautiful art pieces and a rustic, hip feel to the general decor. The coffee is roasted and packaged on-site and also sold at the Englewood Whole Foods. Everything is top notch quality with choices of $1 mugs of coffee if you order it to stay. I love the nods to Englewood throughout the
Rosa J.
Feb 17, 2016
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Rosa J. believes that every community deserves a inclusive, inviting, and "empowering" spot to hang out. Kusanya Cafe is an Englewood represent, located on the southeast corner of Green and 69th. St.
I do have to admit the surroundings are a bit sketchy, even though I don't anticipate immediate danger during the daytime. The cozy joint is absolutely nice to get coffee and light lunch fare at reasonable prices.
I saw many regulars take advantage of the free wifi and bright sunlight to get work done. I had the "Ham Master Jay" sandwich made-to-order by the friendly
I do have to admit the surroundings are a bit sketchy, even though I don't anticipate immediate danger during the daytime. The cozy joint is absolutely nice to get coffee and light lunch fare at reasonable prices.
I saw many regulars take advantage of the free wifi and bright sunlight to get work done. I had the "Ham Master Jay" sandwich made-to-order by the friendly
