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Small-Batch Roaster · Steps from NIU

Carefully Pulled,Freshly Roasted

A cozy, design-forward coffee house and small-batch roaster in DeKalb, single-origin pour-overs, carefully pulled espresso, fresh pastries, and the comfiest seats in town to work or catch up.

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Roasted In-House · Single-Origin · Study-Friendly
Cast Iron Coffee — Small-Batch Roaster · Steps from NIU
Why us

What sets us apart

Roasted In-House

We roast in small batches right here, so every cup is fresh, traceable, and pulled at the peak of flavor.

Meticulously Pulled

Dialed-in espresso and hand-poured single-origin brews, crafted by baristas who care about every detail.

The Comfiest Seats in DeKalb

Warm light, soft chairs, and plenty of outlets, the cozy spot steps from NIU to study, work, or catch up.

Fresh Daily

Pastries, bagels, and bites baked and prepped fresh every morning to pair perfectly with your pour.

A Coffee House Built for DeKalb

Cast Iron Coffee is an independent roaster and espresso bar steps from NIU, where small-batch beans, meticulous craft, and the comfiest seats in town come together over a great cup.

Family-owned and serving the DeKalb community since 2020, we started with a simple idea: coffee tastes best when it's roasted close to home and pulled with care. So we roast in small batches in-house, dial in every shot, and hand-pour single-origins that let the bean speak for itself, all in a warm, design-forward space that feels like an extension of your living room.

Whether you're cramming for an exam, meeting a friend, or just need a quiet corner and a perfect pour-over, there's a comfy seat waiting for you. Settle in, plug in, and stay as long as you like, this is your cozy spot in DeKalb.

Small-Batch
Roasted In-House
Single-Origin
Pour-Overs to Order
Steps from NIU
Study-Friendly Seating
Reviews

Overheard at the Counter

“My go-to study spot near campus. The pour-over is incredible, the seats are unbeatable, and the staff actually knows their beans.”
Maya R.NIU student
“You can taste how fresh the roast is. The honey lavender latte is my whole personality now. Cozy, beautiful space too.”
Daniel K.Regular customer
“Finally a coffee house in DeKalb that takes espresso seriously. Warm, welcoming, and the croissants are perfect. I'm here every morning.”
Priya S.Local regular
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Find Us in DeKalb

Address

901 Lucinda Avenue
DeKalb, IL 60115

Find us at 901 Lucinda Avenue in DeKalb, just steps from NIU. Call ahead and we'll have your espresso, pour-over, or pastry ready for pickup, or come in, grab a comfy seat, and stay a while.

The shop is on Lucinda Avenue right alongside the NIU campus, in the heart of DeKalb's college-town west side.

(815) 517-0654

Hours

Monday - Friday
7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Send Us a Message

Have a question about our roasts, hosting a study group, or catering coffee for an event? Send us a note and we'll get right back to you.

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Skip the Line, Order Ahead

Call ahead and we'll have your freshly roasted coffee, espresso, or pastry hot and ready when you arrive, or come in and grab the comfiest seat in DeKalb.

Call(815) 517-0654