Rooted in Waukegan.
Powered by People.
Post Marketplace Cafe is more than a place to eat, it’s a community built on equity, opportunity, and flavor.
What We Stand For
Living wages for all staff
Vendor partnerships rooted in community
Accessible, nutritious food options
Growth and training opportunities
Supporting Waukegan’s economic development
Our Team
Led by our General Manager and supported by a dedicated staff, our team brings passion, professionalism, and purpose to every plate.
Investing in Our Community
Post Marketplace Cafe is a project of the Adelante Center, a nonprofit committed to creating wealth in distressed communities through entrepreneurship, living-wage job creation, and community development. Focused on Lake County and its surroundings, Adelante brings programs like this cafe to life in collaboration with the vibrant communities they are designed to support.