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1 restroom on record · 1 all-gender · verified 2014-02-02 via community-sourced import
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The flirting bit isn't actually necessary, but pretty much all the employees are flirt-worthy anyway. In any case, you just have to ask at the counter for a key.
Monday - Friday: 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Free wi-fi with purchase. Fabulous gelato.
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Istria Cafe
Google statusCLOSED_PERMANENTLY
Place type: cafe · coffee_shop · ice_cream_shop · dessert_shop · confectionery · food_store
Google address: 1520 E 57th St, Chicago, IL 60637, USA
(773) 538-5466 (from Google)
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Yes — at least one restroom on record at Cafe Istria is reported as all-gender.
The Cafe Istria listing on Allgenda was last verified 2014-02-02 via community-sourced import.
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