Mud and Char

Mud and Char Laid-back coffeehouse serving made-to-order espresso drinks, teas and fare.

Our Mother's Day Special is so close to my heart.As a mom of 5 and business owner, I know how much the little things me...
05/04/2026

Our Mother's Day Special is so close to my heart.

As a mom of 5 and business owner, I know how much the little things mean, especially when something feels thoughtfully made just for you. That’s exactly what this special is.

We teamed up with Cubby Bunny to bring you the ultimate treat. A Pop Tart Trio with three bakery style, homemade pop tarts that are flaky, buttery, and full of that nostalgic goodness, paired with a handcrafted 16oz Iced Strawberry Vanilla Cloud Latte made to feel like a moment of calm in your day.

I truly love these pop tarts. They are not your average kind. They are thoughtfully made, so good, and honestly just make you feel like a kid again. You can enjoy all three at once or save a couple for a slow morning later.

Available for 48 hours only.

PRE-Order yours by May 6th and pickup on Mother's Day at Mud and Char. Go to order online and under Seasonal Drinks you'll see the Mother's Day Special. Click and Reserve now.

Need something more: Gift Cards tucked in an Exclusive Mug or Tumbler designed by a local Artist puts it over the top!

Some people just get it. ☕Our regulars have been quietly doubling their loyalty points every weekday between 11:30 AM an...
05/03/2026

Some people just get it. ☕

Our regulars have been quietly doubling their loyalty points every weekday between 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM. Every order. Every time. Just by showing up when they normally would.

If you haven't signed up yet — just give your number at checkout next time you're in. That's it. No app, no hassle, no catch.

Your coffee habit just got more rewarding.

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Are you already a regular? Drop a ☕ in the comments if you are 👇

This is not your average bagel.Lox. Egg. Cream cheese. Red onions. Capers. Dill. Your choice of bagel. Stacked the way i...
05/02/2026

This is not your average bagel.

Lox. Egg. Cream cheese. Red onions. Capers. Dill. Your choice of bagel. Stacked the way it should be — loaded, intentional, and worth every bite.

The Loaded Lox Bagel. Available every morning until we run out.

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Lox people know. Tag one below 👇🥯

Not just coffee.We partner with — a Chicago-based tea company that has been serving the city's best food establishments...
05/01/2026

Not just coffee.

We partner with — a Chicago-based tea company that has been serving the city's best food establishments with the world's most creative teas since 2008. Green Silk. Dragon Fire Oolong. Sweet Green Oolong.

The same intention we put into every espresso shot goes into every cup of tea we serve.

And right now — buy one tin, get one half off. In store only. 🍃

Tea drinkers — which one are you trying first? 👇

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04/30/2026

This is what goes into every cup.

Our baristas don't cut corners. Every shot pulled, every pour made with intention — because you can taste the difference when someone actually cares about what they're making.

Come in and let us make yours. ☕

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You already love the coffee. Now your lunch break loves you back.Every weekday between 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM earn double ...
04/29/2026

You already love the coffee. Now your lunch break loves you back.

Every weekday between 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM earn double loyalty points on every order. No app. No hassle. Just give your number at checkout and we handle the rest.

Your regulars deserve it.

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Tag someone who needs a midday coffee break 👇

Two ounces of espresso. Two ounces of steamed milk. Equal parts, perfectly balanced — that's the whole point.The cortado...
04/28/2026

Two ounces of espresso. Two ounces of steamed milk. Equal parts, perfectly balanced — that's the whole point.

The cortado is for the people who know exactly what they want. No fuss, no frills — just a perfectly balanced shot that hits different every single time.

Come in and try ours. We think you'll be back for another.

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Cortado drinkers — you know who you are. Tag one below 👇

04/26/2026

The great debate. ☕

Cold brew or hot coffee — everybody has an opinion and nobody is wrong. We make both exceptionally well and we're not picking sides.

Which one gets you going in the morning? Drop it in the comments 👇

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Every cup starts here.⁠⁠We're proud to serve beans roasted by our friends at — a roastery that takes their craft as ser...
04/25/2026

Every cup starts here.⁠
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We're proud to serve beans roasted by our friends at — a roastery that takes their craft as seriously as we take ours. When you order a coffee at Mud & Char, this is where it begins.⁠
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☕ Good coffee isn't an accident.⁠
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Can you taste the difference a great roaster makes? We think so. Come find out. 👇⁠
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04/22/2026

Every great day starts somewhere.

Ours starts here — before the doors open, before the orders come in, before the rush. Just the space, the light, and the smell of something good brewing.

Come find your calm in the middle of the day. We'll be here.

📍 Mud & Char · Downers Grove

04/22/2026

Sip mindfully and savor sustainably today with our One Day Exclusive Earth Day Matcha!

Kissed with fresh green mint for a naturally vibrant hue, this refreshing drink pairs beautifully with ceremonial-grade matcha and is topped with a soft vanilla cold foam to mimic a cloudy sky—making it the perfect Earth Day sip.

*16oz Iced Only

Address

2742 Maple Avenue
Downers Grove, IL
60515

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 2pm
Tuesday 7am - 2pm
Wednesday 7am - 2pm
Thursday 7am - 2pm
Friday 7am - 2pm
Saturday 7am - 2pm
Sunday 7am - 2pm

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