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Hellas Pastry Shop

4.8 (169 reviews)
InexpensiveBakeries, Greek
Closed 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Michelle G.

I have been meaning to try this neighborhood Greek bakery for a long time, so I finally popped by one morning to do a little sampling. I have to say - everything was Good and I'm really glad I finally went. Off the top of my head, I remember ordering the chocolate baklava, kourebiedes, spinach pie, and the custard pie. I maybe blasphemously have to say I don't always love baklava (the best ones I've had were in Greece lol), but the chocolate baklava was one of the best baklava I've had / it's really up there. My absolute favorites were the spinach pie (crowd favorite among the group of 3 of us that shared the pastries) and the kourebiedes. I did not expect to like this almond cookie as much as I did, but so good. Those 2 things are what I would get again next time if I didn't have a big group to share with. Yum. Also it's very obviously a family-owned spot, which makes the fact that they have PAINTED holiday windows across the various seasons even more impressive. I found myself walking by around Thanksgiving and was sooo impressed by the turkeys and the various painted things. Absolutely recommend making a trip to this place if you like pastries and joy.

Micky A.

Wowza! My first time trying Greek cookies and I'm blown away! Everything is soooo good! Specially the almond flavor cookies and the tea cookies for me! The butter one with white sugar powder is also amazing! I got a dozen today and I feel like I have to go back to get more tomorrow!!! The texture of the almond cookies is just crazy. Highly recommended! Their spinach pastry is also really good!

Jack A.

What an amazing bakery! Such a hidden gem in Chicago! Greek family owned since 1970's...From the moment I walked in I was greeted by an amazing lady behind the counter. Very friendly and was very patient to explain what everything was in the display. She even gave us samples of some of the items. They were absolutely delicious! Small store front but full of amazing baked good that will keep you coming back for more. There is plenty of street parking. I was able to pull up right in the front. I do recommend heating up the spinach pies when you get home. I bought the spinach pie, custard pie, vegan cookies, and honey cookies. The vegan cookies were absolutely delicious! Not too sweet and pairs great with tea and coffee! 100% recommend!

First time here at Hellas - it was a Hellava good decision to walk in here!!
Gerry T.

Family owned, pastries are selling lot hotcakes so everything is fresh, right on the corner so you can chill with a pastry and coffee and look outside the window. I would stick with the best sellers. I usually eat here first before going to Monti's ( which is next door) or vice versa. Sometimes I eat dessert before my meal. Efcharisto Hellas!! That was my brief brainstorming of data points to help me structure this review. But to reflect back and take it slow, I love the owner, she's so very kind. Remember the folks who made it their livelihood to start the business. The second generation would help build the business. The third generation, well, I think they're driving a Tesla and probably not thinking of making Spanikoptika for the rest of their lives. So savor these old schools places and business owners because once they're gone, they gone. Oh the food, that's right, let's talk about that. Everyone loves baklava but they have a dipped in chocolate version, can you believe that!? Also, their custard pastry is so creamy and it has a nice crunchy exterior. Finally, you've gotta try those spinach pies, so cheesy and full of spinach. Once again. with a firm outer crust. How do you say thank you in Greek??

Spinach Pie and Chocolate Baklava
Bridget K.

The highlight of this place was the man (who I assume was the owner) working today! He was so lovely and kind! When we walked in he immediately greeted us and asked what he could get us. We ordered two spinach pies, an almond cookie and a chocolate baklava. The spinach pies were very good and I LOVED the almond cookie! The cookie was soft and had an amazing flavor! Before we left the shop my sister ordered two coffees and the man gave us two free cookies to dip in our coffee. Customer service at its finest! Show this place some love!

Almond Cookies
Natalie M.

Get the almond cookie. We heard this was the best almond cookie and they were so right. It has such a rich almond taste, a creamy buttery center, and the most homey feel to it. Shout out to the lady at the counter who gave us a free one too. I could eat this forever. 10/10!

Almond cookie with apricot

Cookies are so delicious! Light and not too sweet. Will definitely be back! (Parking- Was able to use 15 min parking with flashers)

Walnut cake, almond cake, and Honey Cookies
Madeleine B.

Awesome mom and pop Greek bakery. The owners are very nice, and this stuff is really homemade. Highly recommend. I must have come in on an off day the first time. I tried the walnut cake, almond cake, and an extra honey cinnamon cookie they gave me. Both cakes were kinda soggy and wet. Flavor was good. But the cookie was great. I'm glad I came back because then I tried the baklava, bougatsa (custard pie), spinach pie, and rum ball. All of those are incredible. I will dream of the custard pie. Also, there's a $10 credit card minimum.

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The cookies are delicious. Just like the owner said, the best ever. They have gluten-free cookies as well!

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Walk by there all the time, decided to stop in and get a spinach pie. Super friendly and super tasty!

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Support your local bakeries!!!! The owners are very welcoming and have excellent Greek sweets that all people can enjoy.

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My family has been going here for the longest time. The sprinkle cookies are the best!

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Delicious fresh pastries, with friendly service and coffee on the side. Terrific baklava and spinach pie.

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The best cookies in the word! Tula, the owner is always very warm, nice and helpful. Highly recommended!!

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Drove over to pick up some goodies but guess what...their hours are wrong--waste of time!

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This is my absolute most favorite bakery. So this is my ode to the bakery and Dom, who is a gem of…read morean employee there. I've been a customer of almost 10 years and have been obsessed since they first opened their doors at a different location. I literally live an hour away without traffic and even longer with traffic, but I make sure to stop by or send someone else to get it for me at least once a month or more. I love the amazing cakes that are so delicious and unique but on top of that, it is Asian owned, LGBTQ supporting, etc. A lot has changed since their little storefront with no seating. The bakery is now a full on cafe and I'm so happy to see how much they've grown and how successful they are. And while it is glorious, I will say I miss the sweet neighborhood charm and great customer service it used to have. Getting in touch with the bakery through phone or text can be tough and to be honest, sometimes one of the people working there is kind of...very mean. It had me questioning if I should keep coming back. I just love this bakery so much though and being raised by parents that had a small food business, I can't help but want to support. I had a particularly difficult last minute request for the bakery a few weeks ago and I was reminded why this place is so great. It had been YEARS since I made this specific request, which was an order for a slice of cake for every flavor and a cupcake for every flavor. This is a BIG and time consuming request, especially if it's last minute. Unfortunately I come to the city whenever the traffic isn't atrocious, so it's always last minute. Dom absolutely pulled through though. Even though there were other employees there (I saw two others but one disappeared and then another male was kind of walking around the cafe and such), Dom took this giant request and fulfilled it himself. The other gentleman (not the mean person previously mentioned) was actually who I made the request to, but he told Dom to do it. I was kind of confused why they didn't do it together but idk, maybe the other guy isn't allowed to handle food? Who knows. Regardless, this request obviously took a long time and the line was getting longer; people were getting a little restless but Dom stayed calm but was swift. I swear he was moving faster than most people in the industry could with a cake knife like that. He was not impatient or rude to me at all. He was just there to do his job as fast and well as possible. It's so rare to see that type of work ethic. He is also so obviously proud of the bakery and the food they serve which makes you feel good about being a patron there. So although I continue to have an unpleasant experience with one particular employee there, Dom keeps my love for this bakery alive. He reminds me of what this bakery was like when they first opened their doors. I hope Dom is cherished there and I bet he is considering his work ethic. I will continue to support this bakery and I recommend everyone else to support as well. It may not be that small little shop anymore but Dom is a reminder of the heart of the place.

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