Café La Fortuna

At Café La Fortuna, every cup of coffee tells a story—one rooted in family, tradition, and a deep love for the craft. Owner Angela Lavelli has built more than a coffee shop in downtown Hinsdale; she’s created a space where generations of heritage and community come together over a shared love of exceptional coffee.

Café La Fortuna proudly serves 100% organic, single-origin coffee made from beans grown on single-family-owned farms in the southern highlands of Chiapas, Mexico. These beans are hand-picked and roasted in small batches, ensuring the rich, nuanced flavors of their origin come through in every sip. “We want each cup to reflect the authentic flavors of our heritage,” says Lavelli.

That heritage—and the journey that brought it to the U.S.—is the subject of Lavelli’s book, Fortune in Coffee: A Family Journey. The memoir tells the story of her family’s coffee-roasting legacy in Mexico, and how hard work, perseverance, and a belief in the power of connection carried that legacy across borders. “It’s about more than coffee,” Lavelli explains. “It’s about how it brings people together across cultures and generations.”

Lavelli’s favorite drink on the menu is the Mayan, a customer favorite that combines rich espresso, velvety milk, and Mexican hot chocolate. “It’s the perfect showcase of our beans’ true character,” she says.

When it came time to open Café La Fortuna, Hinsdale felt like the right fit. “We fell in love with the town’s charm and sense of community,” Lavelli recalls. “It felt like the perfect place to share our story.”

While coffee is the star, the café also offers a menu of fresh pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and handmade paninis—all crafted with quality ingredients to complement the coffee experience.

Above all, Lavelli wants first-time visitors to feel at home. “We hope every guest feels like they stepped into our family’s kitchen—warm, welcoming, and filled with the rich aroma of freshly brewed coffee. Whether it’s your morning pick-me-up or a quiet moment to yourself, we want every visit to feel personal and memorable.”