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World's Fair by Fairgrounds Opening in Hoffman Estates on June 8th
Craft coffee and tea roaster grows to bring people together through the joy of discovery

Fairgrounds Craft Coffee and Tea, a Chicago-based, first-of-its-kind destination that brings a variety of the nation’s finest craft roasters and specialty teas together under one roof, is excited to announce the opening of World’s Fair by Fairgrounds in Hoffman Estates, Illinois this Thursday, June 8th.
Powered by Infuse Hospitality, an innovative food and beverage management company based in Chicago, Fairgrounds has become a national leader in the craft coffee and tea space, celebrating the experience of exploration and wonder through delicious food and drink.
Expanding to the Chicago suburbs, the new World’s Fair by Fairgrounds is located at Bell Works Chicagoland, the former AT&T research facility, at 2000 AT&T Center Drive in Hoffman Estates, Ill., and will open on June 8. The concept will offer the same variety of coffee, teas and food Fairgrounds customers have grown to know and love, in addition to a cocktail menu that features coffee-and tea-infused libations.
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“We're more than excited to be a driving force in bringing back vibrant lifestyle centers like Bell Works Chicagoland, which is transforming the former AT&T space into a hub of innovation and community,” said Michael Schultz, Founder and Chairman of Infuse Hospitality. “Our newest location, World's Fair by Fairgrounds, is right in the heart of Hoffman Estates! We hope our presence, along with the other businesses and amenities in this repurposed space, will bring even more to the community and the surrounding area."
Fairgrounds Coffee and Tea locations are a reflection of Infuse Hospitality’s dedication to diversity in its offerings, a belief in equal billing for coffee and tea and a commitment to fair business practices. Bringing people together through the joy of discovery, the Infuse Hospitality and Fairgrounds team believes that great coffee and tea experiences result from variety and choice and strives to capture the same sense of wonder that the fairgrounds inspire.
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“We're exploring other opportunities to expand, both within the Chicago area and beyond, to bring our innovative approach to craft coffee and community building to even more people. At Fairgrounds and Infuse Hospitality, we believe that great coffee is just the beginning of what we offer, and we're excited to keep expanding our vision and impact," added Schultz.
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ABOUT FAIRGROUNDS CRAFT COFFEE & TEA
Fairgrounds Craft Coffee & Tea is a first-of-its-kind destination that brings a variety of the nation’s finest craft roasters and specialty teas together under one roof, redefining the coffeehouse experience with more options than ever. Fairgrounds currently operates ten locations in Chicago, Minneapolis, Milwaukee, and Dallas markets. Its pioneering coffee and tea program offers the discovery of a dozen craft roasters from across the country, along with an equally inventive tea line up. Tasting and exploration are encouraged, with a menu of coffee flights, colorful elixirs, and a wide selection of cold brews, kombuchas, draft lattes and sparkling teas served on tap; as well as fresh matcha whipped-to-order. Fairgrounds also prepares house made, chef-driven breakfast and lunch, and offers convenient grab-and-go faire. Fairgrounds is powered by Infuse Hospitality, an innovative food and beverage management company committed to creating best-in-class hospitality experiences throughout North America. For more on Fairgrounds Craft Coffee & Tea, please visit https://www.fairgrounds.cafe and follow us on Instagram.