New Yemeni coffee shop Matari opens late in Skokie
chicagotribune.com — January 16, 2025, 07:01 PM UTC
A new coffee shop, Matari Coffee, has opened in Skokie, offering Yemeni drinks and pastries. It operates until midnight on weekdays and 1 a.m. on weekends, providing a late-night option for coffee lovers. Matari Coffee features a variety of drinks, including espresso, chai, and signature items like mofawar and matari tea. The shop also serves pastries made in-house or by local partners, with a mix of indoor and outdoor seating. The Skokie location is performing well, contributing to Matari's expansion plans. The brand aims to approve 25 new locations by the end of the year, including sites in Lombard and Schaumburg.