Oh my gosh! You need to run to this bakery. It is just that good!!…read more The choices of beautiful goodies at this shop were Amazing. They all looked beautiful ... but the taste was even better. The cannoli's were still perfectly crisp all the way through when eating some five hours after purchasing! One was a traditional cannoli with the traditional cream filling and chocolate chips all great quality. The second - was some type of coconut, walnuts and caramel which was out of this world! The napoleon was so light and crunchy, very delicious. And the eclair...pure heaven. The owner of the bakery was there when we went and was very sweet himself. He gave great descriptions of the baked delights and even gave us a free cookie while we waited to have our goodies boxed up. I cannot wait to visit this bakery again very soon! The very best pastries I have had in the Chicago area ever! I only wished we lived closer.

Ordered the marzipan cake slices. 6 slices was plenty enough to feed 12 people with some leftovers…read morebecause it is so rich(and delish!). Ordered the day before and picked up the next morning. Easy to order and pay over the phone. Girl was nice and helpful.

This place is phenomenal. To their baked goods, to their aesthetics, I fell in love with it all…read more The ambiance gives cute little French bakery, stocked with a smaller variety of imported French cookies and chocolates on one shelf and fresh baked goods on the pastry displays. The service was good! The gentleman was quick and attentive. The food was my favorite part, all the pastries melted in your mouth and everything was baked fresh. I didn't care too much for the matcha lemonade (I think my tastebuds didn't like the lemonade part) I wish this place was close to home cause I'd be here all the time!

Very French. Kinda overpriced Panera vibes. Coffee, pastry,…read moretwo sandwiches coming in right around $50. Value might be there if you're close (convenience tax), but for my money, I'd probably go to L&M @ Lincoln/Montrose.

It was soo packed for the Chicago marathon but I'm grateful they were open. Plenty of options to…read morechoose from. The wait wasn't long. Seating areas inside. Street parking. And the croissants were huge.

Stopped in to meet a friend. The interior is fine. Nothing crazy to write home about. The food was…read moregood. I got a ham and cream cheese turnover that was very flaky. I took home a cinnamon roll that ended up being amazing. I also took home a chocolate croissant that my husband raved about. My iced honey latte was okay. I actually really wanted a matcha, but the nice worker confirmed that they use a matcha powder mix that has sugar in it. I'm very thankful to this worker for his honesty bc that's not something I'd ever want. With how popular matcha's gotten, they really need to do actual real, good matcha powder for matcha lattes if they want to sell matcha. That was disappointing. There easy pay to park right out front.

Our experience with Bittersweet Bakery was exceptional from beginning to end. We ordered our…read morewedding cake from Bittersweet, and they made the entire process enjoyable and stress-free. The cake tasting was a wonderful experience, giving us plenty of delicious options to choose from while helping us create the perfect cake for our special day. Throughout the entire process, their communication was outstanding. They kept us informed every step of the way and worked directly with our wedding venue, "Firehouse Chicago", to coordinate the delivery and logistics. Everything was handled seamlessly, and our cake arrived exactly as planned without a single issue. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but Bittersweet's professionalism, organization, and proactive approach gave us one less thing to worry about. Their attention to detail and commitment to excellent customer service truly stood out. One feature we especially love is that they keep the recipe and design of your wedding cake on file. Every anniversary, they can recreate your wedding cake or a cake in any size you choose. We've continued this tradition, and each anniversary cake has been just as delicious as the original while bringing back wonderful memories of our wedding day. If you're looking for a bakery that is responsive, dependable, and delivers an outstanding product, I highly recommend Bittersweet Bakery for your wedding cake or any bakery needs. They responded promptly to our questions and requests, unlike some businesses that never replied to estimate inquiries. Their customer service and quality were truly exceptional. A heartfelt thank you to Samuel who conducted the Cake Tasting and the entire staff at Bittersweet Bakery for helping make our dream wedding a reality. We will always be grateful and look forward to celebrating many more anniversaries with your incredible cakes.

The pastries at bittersweet will never disappoint. I grew up going to this bakery and the quality…read morehas never wavered. The quiche is always fantastic, and anything out of the pastry case is a must. Drinks are good as well! Such a cozy spot to grab coffee with a friend (or give in to the temptation of snagging a pastry on your way to the brown line)

Who knew how difficult it would be to find a bakery to bake Dutch apple pie in this city during the…read moremonth of August. After much research we found this baker. The pies were INCREDIBLE. Our guests raved. Pick up was easy at the bakers home and the pies came out piping hot. 25$ a pie. Seriously the best Dutch apple pie I have ever had. Will 100 percent be a repeat client. Highly recommend

Delicious pastries with great quality ingredients used. Everything was fresh and tasted great…read more Family loved it. Will order again. 5/5

I tried everything!!! So good …read more Simply earning money to afford eating and chilling there

I recently tried their burrata danish and it was fantastic! I was too busy eating it to get a…read morephoto. Freshly made pastries and well made pastries are always a treat! I picked this up to go but saw the inside and it's nice. Ordering online is possible but a little funny, so pop by if you're just buying a few pastries.

The line moved surprisingly fast at Lost Larsen. Very cute interior, albeit not very large, but…read morethey do have an outdoor patio. I ordered an oat milk caramel latte, which was very enjoyable once I gave it a good stir. The first sip was pretty sweet since the syrup settled at the bottom, but after mixing it up, it hit the exact flavor profile you expect from a great caramel latte. Since I live nearby, I grabbed a mix of pastries to go. Even without warming them up, the textures and flavors were fantastic. The almond croissant was flaky with a thick, crisp exterior and a dense, flavorful center. It wasn't overloaded with almonds on top, so I wasn't scrambling to wipe stray nuts off my clothes. The pecan sticky bun was also delicious--the bun looked like a soft roll wrapped in a rich caramel coating, and the caramelized pecans were incredible. My favorite was the Kouign-amann. It was my first time trying one, and the crisp, buttery layers reminded me of an intense, caramelized croissant. On the softer side, I tried the lingonberry almond cake. The top had a firmer crumb with almonds while the bottom was a soft cake with lingonberries throughout. It tasted good, though I realized I've been leaning more toward the crispier pastries lately. Overall, it's a fantastic local bakery with a great selection, and I'll definitely be back.

Pleasant cafe in Andersonville. Good coffee and pastries, great sandwiches. Very nice place to sit…read moreif you can grab a table near the windows - they have a lot of tables. Fun spot to spend a morning or afternoon. Id recommend and will come back.

Great food and service. Lived their apple slices…read more They still make Necks special coffee cake

Rudy's is a must! It is the classic family owned bakery that is almost impossible to find in 2026…read more The owner is so incredibly kind and generous. The pastries are everything that you would want in a danish. I've been looking for a cheese danish like this for a decade. I can't wait to return! 10/10

A cute little quaint, but modern café served up some of the best quiche I have ever had not to…read moremention the delicious hazelnut based dessert! The line may seem long, but somewhat fast moving with counter service and then find your own seat. They call your name when your order is ready at the front. I cannot recommend this place enough for quick bite to eat, but also very filling and well-balanced. The quiche was so soft and the crust was not soggy perfectly buttery flakes of goodness. The hazelnut cake was a version of the opera cake, but with no coffee flavoring, it taste tasted like a very fancy Ferrero Rocher.

Desserts are life! And Verzenay is the lifeline…read more My love for flaky pastries and aesthetic desserts led me to find Verzenay. I always look for a patisserie whenever visiting a new city, and after scouring for hours, nothing in Chicago really caught my eye except for Verzenay. Other spots had basic desserts, but Verzenay had a wide selection of interesting dessert flavors along with coffee, teas and a brunch menu. Royale 5/5* Very similar to the Opera cake, but with hazelnut instead of coffee buttercream. This was so decadent. The feuilletine was crisp, delicate, and buttery and perfectly balanced out the creaminess of the hazelnut praline and chocolate. Pistachio Escargot 5/5* So flaky and crispy. The lamination on this pastry is unreal. So many layers. Desi Valour 4/5* Wow you can really taste the cardamom. It was an interesting mix of flavors. The carrots were so caramelized it was almost like a fruit chutney. You would never have known it was carrots. Saffron rice crisp at the bottom was really hard to cute through with a plastic knife, but Passionfruit Ricotta Cake Slice 4/5* Eaten immediately at the cafe, it was cold and so refreshing, light, and perfect summer flavors. The passion fruit was tart, and Butterbean smooth, fluffy, and not overwhelmingly sweet. When eaten later though, it somehow tasted way too sweet. There is a reason Verzenay is rated so high. Beautiful presentation, decadent flavors, and perfect indulgence on a nice sunny afternoon.

One of the best sandwiches I've had in a long time. No notes. Flavor profile is AMAZING, the bread…read moreis *chef's kiss*. The meat is perfectly moist and is paired very well with the sweet caramelized onions. I just selfishly wish it was a bit more affordable (just because in that case, I'd come by a lot more often:) ) My bf and I were enjoying a coffee nextdoor at The People's Cafe, and it was an option to order pickup from TriBecca and eat it at the cafe (due to limited seating).

I went there today. The only employee working was washing the outside windows when I got there. I'm…read moreglad she wasn't cleaning the toilets. The menu was on a hand held. I ordered the Italian and when I went to look for chips there was no chips. Sixteen dollars for a sandwich is high for me. The owner must be passing on City Halls rules on me. Then they want me to tip the employee for washing the windows.