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Chicago Coffee Catering

& Coffee Carts

Friendly baristas, handcrafted coffee, & genuine hospitality for corporate events, weddings, and private parties across Chicagoland.

Office Collaborations

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Conference Services

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Brand Activations

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School Functions

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Client Appreciation

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Office Collaborations ✳︎ Conference Services ✳︎ Brand Activations ✳︎ School Functions ✳︎ Client Appreciation ✳︎

Trusted by top brands in Chicago

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Figs Logo
Webtoons logo
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Chicago Cubs logo featuring a circular design with 'CUBS' text in the center and a stylized letter 'C' surrounding it.
Black and white stylized logo of the New York Yankees, featuring a large letter 'Y' intertwined with a letter 'N'.
Logo of Toronto Blue Jays, a professional baseball team, with a stylized blue jay bird and the words "Toronto Blue Jays" in a circular design.
Close-up of the Wilson brand logo, featuring the word 'Wilson' in bold, light gray text.
Decorative white cursive text that reads 'Dodgers'.
Cherrokee Medical Uniforms logo with large stylized text and lines.
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Delivering quality & creating genuine connection.

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Locally Roasted Specialty Coffee

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Matcha, Chai, & More

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Warm & Welcoming Baristas

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Sleek & Modern Carts For Any Space

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Branding Opportunities

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What our clients are saying:

“From the first inquiry to their service on the day of our event, Kat was quick to respond, thorough, and just lovely to work with."

— Carly D. 

“The attention to detail including innovative flavors and custom coffee cup designs were such a treat."

— Natalie S.

“The baristas were friendly, efficient, and great with our staff, everyone loved having fresh, made-to-order drinks.”

— Eboni M.

“The team worked with us to choose drinks, even custom ones, and set everything up so we could just enjoy the day.”

— Aminah B.

“We booked her for a Galentine's event at our office, and she came fully prepared with so many drink options.”

— Heather M.

“Even when we had a big crowd, they stayed caught up, there was never a long wait, and they handled the rush perfectly.”

— Clay N.

Customize for a Unique Experience

Elevate your event with fully branded coffee service. We can customize our mobile coffee carts with your logo, brand colors, and messaging—transforming each cup into a memorable touchpoint for your guests. From corporate gatherings to campus events, your brand becomes part of the experience and integrated into every detail.

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Customize our cups with your logo. It's an easy, eye-catching way to boost brand visibility while serving up amazing coffee.

Custom Cups

A mobile coffee and tea stand with a black skirt, displaying the logo 'veg ER for Pets + FIGS'. On the counter, there is a coffee grinder, a cereal dispensing machine, bottles of flavored syrup, disposable cups, and a small potted plant. The stand is set outside on a sidewalk with a building and large windows in the background.

Branded Coffee Cart

Your logo front and center. The espresso cart becomes an eye-catching marketing tool.

A black felt letter board with a wooden frame listing drink options: latte, cappuccino, americano, cold brew, chai latte, honey lavender, strawberry, matcha. The board is on a wooden counter next to a green plant. A clear plastic cup with a green drink topped with red powder sits in front of the board. A shiny espresso machine is behind the board.

Craft a signature drink menu that's as unique as your event, whether it’s to reflect your brand's personality or complement the vibe.

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Get Started in 3 Simple Steps

Explore our menu and custom branding options. Get a fast and easy quote within 24 hours.

Discovery

Get a quote and collaborate with our experienced event specialists so we can provide the best value and service for your event.

Collaborate

Complete our seamless booking form and we’ll handle the rest. With over 15 years experience in hospitality, you're in good hands!

Book & Enjoy

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Coffee Cart Menu

With every guest in mind, we serve classic cafe drinks like lattes and cappuccinos as well as premium matcha & teas, and provide decaf options.

Ready to get caffeinated?

Authentic Hospitality, Intentional Connections, Rooted in Chicago

Founded by Kat Briones in 2023, Back to the Grind was born from over 15 years of hospitality experience at Chicago's finest venues. She saw an opportunity to bring craft coffee service right to an event and serve handcrafted drinks on-site. Today, we operate three mobile coffee carts serving corporate clients like the MLB at Wrigley Field, Firefox, Webtoons, and RYZE, alongside school functions and private celebrations across Chicago. Our signature approach: no tip jars, hand-to-guest service, and menus designed to welcome everyone.