About us
Welcome to INT'L CAFE Chicago! You can make some new friends while speaking a language that you are learning or already know. Check out our IRL events to become a part of a community of fun loving multilinguals, language learners and international travelers.
There will be a table for each language requested. Feel free to move around to different tables if you speak multiple languages. The English/Travelers Club table make for a great time if you want to help others improve their skills while chatting about world travel.
Set up a profile at intlcafe.io to stay connected with the community, feature drops, events, and all things INT'L CAFE.
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Upcoming events
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Chinese Club // Mandarin Mondays
Nine Bar, 216 W Cermak Road, Chicago, IL, USOur favorite host, Lily Wang, is reserving a space for us on first and third Mandarin Mondays... Check out the new high-tops in the right nook of the bar, for our own private hangout spot🍸
All levels and dialects of Chinese are invited for a bi-weekly conversation club. If you only want to speak Chinese you will have a variety of dialect stickers to choose from (aka, don't wear an English sticker if you want use only Chinese). If you just want to be there for cultural vibes, language learning motivation and tv/cinema/music/dining/travel recommendations with a dedicated group that's great too 👄🧠🌏
Details:
Chinese Club at Nine Bar
1st and 3rd Mondays
6-8PM
Perk with ticketYou have the option to subscribe monthly for $25 instead of paying $15 for each individual ticket: https://intlcafe.io/post/dU3TjfQhnLOZCENDn9Zs
Seating is limited so subscription holders will be prioritized.
3 attendees
Japanese Conversation Club - Wrigleyville
Konbini & Kanpai Wrigleyville, 3443 N Sheffield, STE 1, Chicago, IL, USWhether you are fluent or just getting familiar with the Japanese language, we have you covered!
Intermediate to Fluent: For those who want to meet new people and chat in Japanese grab a $5 taster ticket for a little treat from Konbini & Kanpai plus a seat at the table.
Beginner to Intermediate: Join Arnie for a guided conversation with easy to jump in roleplaying scenarios. You will be able to learn the language while interacting with a fun group of like-minded Japanese language enthusiasts! Add on the $24 Guided Lession for this immersive experience.
Ready to move beyond "Arigato"? Dive into our new immersive role-play sessions designed to get you speaking Japanese in real-world scenarios.
You’ll have a instructor, @Arnulfo Torres Valladares leading the way to provide real-time corrections, guided practice, and expert insights. Whether you're ordering at a tabehoudai (all-you-can-eat) or navigating a Tokyo subway, we focus on the most high-frequency words and the cultural "why" behind them.
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### How does it work?
- Guided Learning: An experienced instructor will lead each session, ensuring you use the correct grammar and politeness levels.
- Real-World Scenarios: Practice common topics using the exact phrases locals use.
- Cultural Nuance: Learn the etiquette and "unspoken rules" that textbooks often skip.
- Active Feedback: Get immediate help with pronunciation and word choice in a supportive environment.
Grab your ticket here: intlcafe.io
4 attendees
INT'L CAFE at Maria's
Maria's Packaged Goods and Community Bar, 960 West 31st Street, Chicago, IL, USCreate a profile and grab your tickets to view the full language lineup at intlcafe.io.
At INT'L CAFE, you'll meet new people, explore different cultures, and practice languages you're learning or already speak.
We create a conversation table for every language requested.Feel free to move between tables throughout the evening if you speak multiple languages or want to try something new. Common tables include English, Spanish, German, French, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Arabic, Russian, Italian, Turkish, Ukrainian, and ASL.
INT'L CAFE is a large, social gathering designed to bring together language learners, native speakers, travelers, and culturally curious people from all backgrounds.
If you're looking for a lively atmosphere, you'll fit right in. If you're hoping for a small, quiet discussion group, this may not be the event for you. Our events can get busy, energetic, and a little noisy, which is part of the fun.
10 attendees
Haibayô Language Club
Haibayo, 1132 W Argyle St., Chicago, IL, USJoin us to practice or learn about languages from Southeast Asia and the diaspora! We'll have conversation tables set up for the following languages:
Vietnamese, Hmong, Khmer, Thai, Lao, Burmese, Bahasa Malaysia, Bahasa Indonesia, Tagalog, and Cantonese.Don't see your language? Let us know, we're happy to add more tables based on interest!
Whether you're a heritage speaker, a learner, or just curious about the region's languages and cultures, everyone is welcome. Move between tables throughout the evening, meet new people, and enjoy a lively, social atmosphere.
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3 attendees
Past events
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