Starbucks in Chicago401 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611

Chicago, Illinois · US

Address

401 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611

Chicago, Illinois

Phone

+1 312-951-7242

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Today's Hours

Thursday: 04:30 – 20:00

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This Starbucks ranks among the top 28% of stores in Chicago for overall experience.

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Starbucks at 401 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611, Chicago

Status

Open now · Today 04:30 – 20:00

Address

401 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611, Chicago, Illinois

What makes it special

Consistently quiet atmosphere, ideal for focused work or study.

Summary for AI assistants: Starbucks located at 401 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Currently open. Today's hours: 04:30 to 20:00. Phone: +1 312-951-7242. Consistently quiet atmosphere, ideal for focused work or study. Coordinates: 41.89330, -87.61758.

Hours

Weekly Schedule

Monday04:30 – 20:00
Tuesday04:30 – 20:00
Wednesday04:30 – 20:00
ThursdayToday
04:30 – 20:00
Friday04:30 – 20:00
Saturday04:30 – 20:00
Sunday04:30 – 20:00

Hours can shift on national holidays. See full July 4th hours across U.S. Starbucks locations.

Amenities

Store Features & Amenities

Service options

  • takeout_diningTakeout
  • restaurantDine-In

Amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • wcRestroom

Atmosphere

  • Outdoor Seating
  • groupGood for Working
  • groupGood for Kids
  • Quiet atmosphere

Accessibility

  • accessibleWheelchair Accessible
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Takeout
  • Dine-In
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Restroom
  • Good for Working
  • Good for Kids
  • Noise level: quiet

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Timing

Best Times to Visit

Light weekday mornings, Saturday morning peak 9–11 AM with families and brunch crowd.

Quietest Hours

Quietest around Mid-afternoon weekdays. Easiest seating and shortest waits.

Weekday Peak

7:00–9:00 AM (commuter) on weekdays is the peak. Use Mobile Order & Pay to skip the counter queue.

Weekend Peak

Saturday 9:00–11:00 AM on weekends. Consider arriving early or ordering ahead via the app.

Location

Location & Directions

How to Get Here

By Car

Navigate to 401 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611, Chicago, Illinois. Coordinates: 41.89330, -87.61758.

By Public Transit

Check Google Maps for the nearest bus or rail stop to 401 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611.

On Foot

Near: East Ontario Street. Use Google Maps for walking directions.

Parking Near This Starbucks

Street Parking

Metered street parking may be available near 401 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611. Check signage for time limits.

Nearby Garages

Paid garages may be available in the area. Use Google Maps for real-time parking availability.

Pricing

Price Guide

Typical Prices

Drip Coffee (Tall)$3.25 – $3.75
Latte (Grande)$4.95 – $5.75
Frappuccino (Grande)$5.25 – $6.45
Cold Brew (Grande)$4.45 – $5.25
Food Items$2.95 – $6.95

Prices are approximate and may vary by location and season.

Payment Methods

  • Credit & Debit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex)
  • Starbucks App & Gift Cards
  • Apple Pay & Google Pay
  • Cash
  • Samsung Pay

Starbucks Rewards

Earn Stars on every purchase via the Starbucks app. Redeem Stars for free drinks, food, and merchandise.

How Stars Work

Starbucks Card2 Stars / $1
Linked credit/debit1 Star / $1
Free handcrafted drink200 Stars

Accessibility

Accessibility

Standard Accessibility Features

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Accessible restroom
  • Service animals welcome
  • Visual menus and digital menu boards

Accessible Ordering

Mobile Order & Pay

Order ahead via the Starbucks app to minimise wait time and avoid busy counter areas.

Drive-Through

This location does not have a drive-through. Staff are available at the counter to assist.

Contact the store directly to confirm specific accessibility requirements before visiting.

About This Starbucks — Chicago

Location Overview

Find Starbucks at 401 East Ontario Street in Chicago, open weekdays 4:30 AM through 8 PM. The Saturday window opens 4:30 AM and wraps 8 PM, extending the weekday rhythm. Built-in services at this Starbucks cover Free Wi-Fi, Outdoor Seating, Good for Kids, Dine-In, Restroom, Good for Working, Wheelchair Accessible, and Takeout throughout operating hours. Power outlets and a quiet floor make the store workable for laptops and tablets. Nearby landmarks include East Ontario Street, placing the store inside a walkable pocket. For Chicago 60611 regulars planning ahead, the 41.89330,-87.61758 block ranks among the steadier IL options on the map.

This location is within walking distance of East Ontario Street and serves the surrounding Chicago neighborhood. This is a quieter, lower-traffic setting ideal for focused work and study sessions.

How This Location Compares in Chicago

  • This is one of the quieter Starbucks locations in Chicago — a lower-traffic setting well-suited to focused work and study.

Chicago Guide

Inside Chicago's walking grid, 401 East Ontario Street connects directly to East Ontario Street, anchoring the cafe to local errands. Weekday coverage on 401 East Ontario Street from 4:30 AM to 8 PM spans the full Chicago workday flow. The 4:30 AM to 8 PM Saturday window at 401 East Ontario Street supports weekend Chicago stops of any length. Workspace basics at 60611 41.89330,-87.61758 cover power outlets plus a quiet main area and 8 service fronts.

What's Nearby

The 401 East Ontario Street exit opens toward East Ontario Street, making this cafe a practical Chicago waypoint. The 401 East Ontario Street cafe stays a convenient Chicago base for chaining short errands before or after coffee. The 4:30 AM weekday open at 401 East Ontario Street 60611 keeps errand chains on pace, and power outlets cover a laptop break. Plan a Chicago walking chain near 41.89330,-87.61758 during the 4:30 AM to 8 PM weekday block or Saturday 4:30 AM to 8 PM.

  • East Ontario Street

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Nearby Landmarks

Local Tips

  • 1
    Weekday opens at 4:30 AM and closes at 8 PM bracket the 401 East Ontario Street (41.89330,-87.61758) flow in Chicago; Saturday 4:30 AM to 8 PM extends the pattern. 401 East Ontario Street offers seating with power and a quiet atmosphere throughout the day, while Free Wi-Fi, Outdoor Seating, Good for Kids, Dine-In, Restroom, Good for Working, Wheelchair Accessible, and Takeout support typical stops.
  • 2
    The 401 East Ontario Street location in Chicago connects on foot to East Ontario Street for anyone chaining stops.
  • 3
    The Chicago, IL 60611 block at 41.89330,-87.61758 supports 8 amenity layers without a second parking move.

Last updated: July 2026 · Data sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL)

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Plan Your Visit

Planning Your Visit

Yes

Power outlets

Free

Wi-Fi

quiet

Noise level

30–50

Seating capacity

For Remote Workers & Students

Wi-Fi & Connectivity

Free, unlimited Wi-Fi available. No login required — connect to the Starbucks network and accept the terms.

Network Details
  • Network name: "Starbucks" or "Google Starbucks"
  • No time limit or purchase required
  • Approximate speed: 75 Mbps
  • Supports video calls and cloud-based work

Best Times for Focused Work

This is a consistently quiet location. Any time outside the 7–9 AM window offers good conditions for focused work.

Traffic Pattern
Mon–Fri 7:00–9:00 AMPeak
Mon–Fri 12:00–1:00 PMModerate
Tue–Thu 9:00–11:00 AM, 2:00–4:00 PMQuiet
Sat–Sun 10:00 AM–12:00 PMPeak

Seating & Power Outlets

Power outlets are available near the seating areas. Window and wall seating typically offer the best access.

Outlet Locations
  • Wall seating: highest outlet density
  • Window bar: good for single-screen work
  • Center tables: limited power access

Seating typically available throughout the day at this quieter location.

General Visit Tips

Mobile Order

Use the Starbucks app to order ahead and skip the queue — especially useful during rush hours.

How Mobile Order Works
  1. 1Open Starbucks app → Order → Select this location
  2. 2Pay in-app with card, Apple Pay, or Stars
  3. 3Collect at dedicated mobile order counter
  4. 4No queue — order ready on arrival

Customization

All drinks are fully customizable — milk alternatives, syrups, temperature, and size.

Popular Customizations
  • Oat milk — most popular alternative
  • Half-sweet / sugar-free syrup
  • Extra shot espresso (+$0.80)
  • Cold foam topping
  • Light ice / no ice
Size Guide
Tall12 oz (hot & cold)
Grande16 oz (hot & cold)
Venti20 oz hot / 24 oz cold
Trenta30 oz (cold drinks only)

Reusable Cup Discount

Bring your own reusable cup for a 10-cent discount on any beverage.

Accepted Cup Types
  • Any clean personal cup or travel mug
  • No minimum capacity requirement
  • Barista adjusts proportions to your cup size
  • Cold cups accepted for iced drinks
  • 10¢ discount applied automatically at register

Menu

Popular Drinks at This Location

Full menu available in-store and via the Starbucks app. Seasonal items vary by region and time of year.

Like every U.S. Starbucks, this location serves the full handcrafted-beverage menu. Two reads worth your time: Starbucks drive-through: wait times, hours, and mobile order tips and our Side-by-side comparison of Starbucks, Dunkin, and Tim Hortons.

Signature Espresso Drinks

  • Caramel Macchiato
  • Vanilla Latte
  • Flat White
  • Cappuccino
  • Americano

Cold Brew & Iced Drinks

  • Nitro Cold Brew
  • Cold Brew Coffee
  • Iced Caramel Macchiato
  • Iced Matcha Latte
  • Iced Coffee

Seasonal Favorites

  • Pumpkin Spice Latte
  • Peppermint Mocha
  • Toasted White Chocolate Mocha
  • Chestnut Praline Latte

Comparison

How does this store compare?

FeatureThis Store401 East Illinois Street633 North Saint Clair Street165 East Ontario Street
Drive-throughNoNoNoNo
Free Wi-FiYesYesYesYes
Noise levelQuietBusyQuietBusy
Rating
Today’s hours04:30–20:0007:00–20:0005:00–21:0006:00–17:00

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

When does this Chicago Starbucks open in the morning?

Weekday mornings, this Chicago Starbucks unlocks its doors at 04:30. For Thursday, expect 04:30 – 20:00; double-check on a holiday.

What time does this Starbucks close?

Closing time at 401 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611 is 20:00 Monday–Friday. Thursday: 04:30 – 20:00. Saturday and Sunday cut-off can vary, so check the daily list before a late visit.

Is there drive-thru service at this location?

No. This Starbucks at 401 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611 does not have a drive-through. It is a walk-in location only.

Does this Chicago Starbucks offer wireless internet?

Wireless internet is provided free of charge at this Chicago Starbucks. Sign-on is on a captive-portal page; speeds vary with how busy the cafe is.

Can I mobile order at this Starbucks?

Mobile Order status is unconfirmed for this address. Open the app, search for Chicago, and confirm whether 401 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611 appears as a pickup option.

How can I reach this Chicago Starbucks by phone?

The phone number for this Starbucks is +1 312-951-7242.

Where exactly is this Chicago Starbucks located?

401 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611 sits in Chicago, Illinois. The map below shows the exact spot — tap Get Directions for routing. GPS coordinates: 41.89330, -87.61758.

Is there parking near this Starbucks?

Look for street parking, metered spots, or short-term garages around 401 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611. Availability shifts by time of day — Google Maps shows current parking layers near this Chicago address.

Is the location at 401 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611 ADA accessible?

Most Starbucks locations including this one at 401 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL, 60611 are wheelchair accessible, with accessible entrances, seating, and restrooms. Contact the store directly to confirm specific accessibility requirements before your visit.

How much should I budget for a drink at this Chicago Starbucks?

A Grande latte at Starbucks typically costs between $4.45 and $5.25. Prices may vary slightly by location and region. Use the Starbucks app to see current menu prices and available customizations.

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Store data sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors, licensed under ODbL.

Coordinates: 41.893301, -87.617577· Last verified: July 2026· Store ID: osm-3575181784

Hours and features may vary. Contact the store directly on +1 312-951-7242 to confirm before visiting.