Zuzu's was co-founded by Billy Corgan and Chloé Mendel in Highland Park, Illinois in 2012. Initially a plant-based tea shop, it has expanded to include a café with a wide variety of tea, a vinyl record store known for its limited edition releases, a music venue, and an art space. Madame Zuzu's hosts a variety of events including vinyl release eparties, open mic nights, and art exhibitions. The music venue has featured performances by local and international artists, including Billy Corgan, Mike Garson, Perry Farrell, Bob Moses, and more. Madame Zuzu's combines tea, music, and the arts to create a unique community hub, blending a vintage touch with contemporary culture. 

Our Highland Park location will carry on Zuzu's tradition of a whimsical atmosphere but in a larger, art deco space reminiscent of a 1930's tea salon. Billy and Chloe would like to be a part of a positive community shift during these challenging times. Zuzu's gives them the opportunity to accomplish this by providing jobs and contributing to the North Shore community with an inclusive, unpretentious environment.