I personaly recommend this store because they have everything of everything, friendly service too, I always end up buying a bunch a stuff that I didn't planed to . read more

They've got it ALL. The best of everything for Cake Decorating, Candy Making and All Pastry related needs. Owned and operated by a Lori who is a Professional Pastry Chef. Whether you're an occasional baker or a Pro. This is your one stop shop. They are always happy to see you and they truly appreciate your business. read more

I went here recently for a cupcake decorating class and it was great! First the store has all this amazing stuff,top quality and its very reasonable priced. The class was alot of fun,I learned sooo many different things and I was only there for about 1.5 hrs.Lori is a great teacher,its a family enviornment. Her kids were there being adorable,her husband was the photographer.It's a pity it takes me 45mins to get to her shop...I definitly would like to make it a once monthly field trip for myself tho. read more

If I need something--they have it. Recently, I purchased items here to make different colored candies for a bridal shower. They are always very helpful. read more

I thank God for Lori and her priceless advice and encouragement. Since I found this place Lori has been encouraging me in my business. I really didn't know that much about truffles and chocolate when I added them to my menu, and Lori basically gave me a course in chocolate making and I've been enhancing my recipes ever since. One of Lori's strong attributes is her ability to be non-threatening to the novice. I really appreciate her bringing out the chef inside. I would recommend Cakewalk Chicago any day for all of your baking needs. read more

I had the pleasure of attending the cake baking class this past weekend and I have to say that it was an incredible experience. Chef Lori was warm, patient and knowledgeable about her craft. She gave us great tips and answered any and all questions that were posed to her. I usually bake box cakes like Duncan Hines or something similar. However, Lori promised me that her cakes will be superior to anything produced from the box and she did not disappoint. Our cakes turned out moist, delicious and blissfully flavorful. The cozy shop is located in the Beverly neighborhood which is tucked away in a quiet area, slightly removed from the hustle and bustle of 95th street. The area is full of beautiful homes and tree lined streets. There is a park nearby which gives the area a very peaceful feel. The shop itself is stocked with just about everything you need to bake. Lori and company are always willing to help and give you great advice on products and techniques. Try this place. You will be thankful that you did! read more

One-stop shop for all your baking needs! They have a comprehensive inventory of items for baking and decorating. When my daughter wanted a "Frozen" cake for her birthday, they had snowflake sprinkles in-stock! We also like to get big 1lbs blocks of handmade caramel for dipping apples around Halloween. Definitely worth a visit. You won't be dissappointed. read more

I went to Cakewalk and was, originally, quite pleased. The person in the store was extremely helpful, and I was able to find much of what I needed. I did find some items overpriced and their stock is limited (pretty small store). I later learned that my needs had changed, and I hoped to exchange items or even just return and receive a store credit. I already knew there is no return policy. While that is disappointing, I thought surely an exchange or credit could be offered as nothing had been used or opened. I was refused both and the response was they have no way to know the product's condition. Certainly, for unopened and sealed items, that is not a logical response. I have just wasted a good amount of money and would certainly not shop there again. Very disappointing and not how a small business should treat its customers. read more

I needed to purchase a half sheet cake pan and some special colored food spray. I went to Cake Walk and boy am I glad I did! Lori's husband was there and he helped me find the pan I needed and went in the back to retrieve the last can of the food spray I needed! (How awesome is that?) He also made other recommendations that I might be interested in as well. If you need anything for your cake, cupcake, candy business or just for your own personal use they have EVERYTHING that you can imagine. Also, Lori, is quick to respond to emails that you send. I have had some questions regarding cake preparation, etc. and she was right there! Major Kudos to Cake Walk! I am so thankful I found you!! read more

I signed up for the basic fondant class and I loved it. Lori was very helpful and made you feel like you can really do it. She carries many things in her store that assist you in doing fondant. EG read more

Went there with my daughters and we did a cake workshop! They were wonderful in there! The place is a hidden gem! It was very cute and had just about everything a baker could ask for! Lori, the owner was so helpful and patient in the cake deocrating process, my girls enjoyed themselves so much! It was a gift was all enjoyed together. Its such a cute ma and pop place that I would love to see stay open, esp in this economy! We will def be going back there! read more

As the other half of the wedding cake baking team, all I can say is "Thank you Cakewalk!!". We were both a little nervous about taking on the project but with a little pep talk, strategizing, and schedule-making with Lori, we were able to create a beautiful-- and delicious-- wedding cake. Not only was she an amazing resource while we were in the store, but she answered all of our emailed questioned as they came up during the process. The advice she provided was priceless, and the cakewalk had everything we needed to get our project going. Getting there was really no problem, this is a great local business to support!! read more

I took a cupcake decorating class here a few weeks ago with my mom and was beyond impressed with everything. Everyone got 12 cupcakes, an apron, and an endless supply of decorating tools. The woman who ran the class is named Lori and she definitely knows her stuff! She was super helpful and made the class a blast. This was a free event sponsored by yelp that my friend told me about. I didn't even know that yelp offered events like this and I was sooooooo happy that I went. Also, it was nice to go into the little shop after the class to have the chance to purchase the same decorating tools that you had just used in the class. My mom and I bought a few things and are definitely looking forward to using them! I'd recommend this place to anyone... apparently they offer several types of classes and it's an extremely fun and interesting way to spend an afternoon. read more

I set out to make a cake that my sister in law saw a picture of and became quite excited over. I stumbled upon a quaint store conveniently located right off the Beverly Hills Metra train stop. But don't let the size fool you they are home to an abundance of baking/candy making supplies. I can confidently and proudly say that I am a fan of Lori. She was so helpful, knowledgeable and polite this morning when I went into Cakewalk. I went in unsure and nervous about the cake I was trying to create or re-create. Lori took a look at the picture and took me right to the products I would need also provided helpful tips and suggestions. She demonstrated how honest this establishment is by giving me tips on how to use one product in multiple ways in stead of trying to sell me multiple items or products. I had a really satisfying experience in the store and I can't wait to go spend more money with them. Lori even seemed interested in my finished product. Cakewalk is now my go to for all things baking and candy making. I recommend you at stop by and check it out for yourself. read more

My husband has recently become very interested in cake decorating and in the spirit of supporting his new "hobby" we went to Cakewalk Chicago - it was the only supply shop we could find that had the supplies he needed. The directions on the website were perfect - not at all difficult to find. Lori was amazingly helpful, patient and kind. We had lots and lots of questions and was able to answer them all. For a small store, there was so much to choose from and Lori was able to order us something that wasn't available. We will definitely go back!!! Just wish the store were closer to home but the neighborhood is lovely and we had fun checking out a new neighborhood!!! read more

If you're looking for hard to find cake decorating supplies and equipment, Cakewalk is phenomenal. As a baker in Chicago, the only stores that carry cake decorating supplies are stores like hobby lobby and Michaels, which carry run of the mill items and have very limited supplies. At cakewalk you will find a very knowledgeable staff and items that are hard to find, even on the internet. If you're a baker and you live near Chicago, Cakewalk should be your number one source. They will definitely meet all of your decorating needs!!!! read more

Glad I Made the Trip Looking at some of the reviews, you should know that this is a smallish, store front building in a residential neighborhood. Looking at some of the reviews, some folks need to get out more. Come on people, being close to a Rapid Transit stop does not make this a reason not to shop here. I'm not a baker but volunteered to make iced cookies for a family event. I was really stuck on how to go about making Royal Icing. Lori's Cakewalk was the only place in Chicago that had the Ateco Meringue Powder that several on-line cookie sites rave is the only way to go with Royal Icing. The woman who helped me was knowledgeable, friendly, and patient. We got on to the subject of the dough for the cookies and she kept pondering on why my dough was not firmer and made comments about the science of the ingredients. That later turned out to be a lifesaver for me as I continued making cookies that evening. I was cutting the cookies (dough was on a plastic cutting sheet) on my glass counter cook top. The light above it is halogen and heating up the surface of the cooktop, making my dough too soft. The particulars are not important, but how rare is it now a days to get great advice on how to do something? The big box stores don't offer that (i.e. Michaels, etc.). I am so appreciative that she took the time to think through why I was having difficulty. Yes, it's out of the way but if I wish I had gone to that place first when I began this project. read more

Love the place you find a lot of items. Fare prices. Convenient place to shop. She so wonderful and very informative with the customers.

If you are interested in taking a cake decorating class and you need a patient, positive and very knowledgeable and thorough instructor, Cakewalk Chicago is where you wanna be! The class itself is small and intimate, which allows the instructor, Chef Lori, to spend individualized time with each student. Lori is very patient, and knowledgeable... she even gave tips on other basic principals needed for this craft. I found the class very affordable, informative and I definitely will be taking another course with Lori soon! read more

I was a little apprehensive about visiting this shop after reading other reviews, but decided to give it a try anyways, and I was pretty pleasantly surprised. The store was not tiny, as previously described by others, but was a bit messy and prices were not clearly labeled on all items. They had a nice selection and the staff was very kind, but it was pricey. I only bought 10lbs of fondant and 4lbs of gum paste, but the bill was $76. I'm sure I could have found what I was looking for at a much cheaper price online, but the staff was so nice that I felt good supporting their local business. read more

This place is a pig sty. There is no room to walk around and everything is pretty much flung around the room. Yes they do have lots of supplies, but trying to sift through the shelves is not my cup of tea. read more

Took the chocolate class it was absolutely awesome the owner was very knowledgeable and very friendly was a cozy gathering small so that everyone can participate I loved it can't wait till the next class read more

A friend and I just baked our first large wedding cake - and we probably wouldn't have done it without our visit to Cakewalk. We took the Metra to the shop, and found that not only did it have almost everything we needed, but Lori who was working there when we arrived, talked us through making a wedding cake and even pointed out certain recipes in a cookbook we brought with us. She's an expert and incredibly generous in sharing her knowledge. The store is small in size - but it is entirely stocked with cake and candy making supplies. It may not have everything you're looking for, but it had all the basics we needed, and a few products that we didn't know about that helped us tremendously. It's local and family owned - and an incredible asset to Chicago cake-bakers! This is my first yelp review - and I'm only writing it because I think the place is great and wanted to share it with others. read more

If you are looking for Superior Customer Service and large selection then Cakewalk is the place to go! Lori, the owner, is extremely knowledgeable as a chef and cake decorator and was a great help to me when I went to her store in Beverly for supplies and assistance with a wedding cake I was making. It was an hour drive from my house but well worth the trip! She has a great selection of just about anything you could possibly want plus if she doesn't have it she will get it and can even ship it to your home! She was extremely helpful with lots of ideas of how to use the extensive variety of extracts she had for cakes, icings, fondants, etc. She was very patient and extremely knowlegeable about baking and cake decorating. My wedding cake received rave reviews thanks to her help! I will be back soon with my friends and recommend her highly to everyone I know that is seeking assistance with their cake decorating projects! Superior Customer Service is all but dying in this day and age but Lori exceeds any expectation you could have for an owner who really cares about her patrons! read more