Ridman’s Coffee is a Black- and woman-owned specialty coffee shop on Chicago’s North Side, located at the intersection of Uptown, Andersonville, and Ravenswood. The neighborhood café serves quality coffee, espresso drinks, tea, and locally made pastries in a relaxed and welcoming space.

Ridman’s proudly serves Dark Matter Coffee and Rishi Tea, giving customers a selection of locally connected coffee and tea options. The café also carries baked goods from Chicago bakeries Phlour and Defloured, including gluten-free options. Whether you’re stopping in for morning coffee, an espresso drink, tea, or a pastry, you’ll find a casual neighborhood alternative to larger coffee chains.

Community is central to the Ridman’s Coffee experience. The café maintains an open-door policy that welcomes neighbors into the space even without making a purchase. Its community card program also allows customers to contribute toward food and drinks for neighbors who may not have the means to pay.

Located on Clark Street, it’s a comfortable gathering place for residents of Uptown, Andersonville, Ravenswood, and surrounding Chicago neighborhoods looking for specialty coffee, tea, pastries, and a community-focused local café.