From my very first inquiry the day before my visit to the moment I walked through the door, the…read morecustomer service was exceptional. I drove over an hour each way because of the incredible reviews--and every single one proved true. In fact, my experience exceeded even my highest expectations. I've been baking from scratch for my family for more than 50 years, so I know the real thing when I taste it. This bakery is unquestionably baking from scratch. Honestly, I can finally retire my mixer and my family won't know the difference. Even my grandson--who is as selective as they come and doesn't usually care for pound cake--took one bite of my sample and immediately asked for a slice for the ride home. That says everything. Kesha, the owner, is personable, friendly, professional, and simply phenomenal. Businesses like this deserve our full support because they feel like our own community treasures. And as far as I'm concerned, this one is ours. I'll be returning again... and again... and again. Ms. Pp

Where do I start? When I drove up I knew that the GORGEOUS…read morelady standing outside talking was the owner, Kesha because I've followed them on social media:) I got out and said, HI! and she gave me the biggest hug greeting:) I knew I'd found my place! I shared that I just moved to the area from Vegas and I had been following the store and I wanted to try! This gracious soul walked me in and introduced me to her beautiful staff who were sweet as cake! Kesha was leaving but I so appreciative of her time with me:) Now it was time for the biz! I had the ladies walk me through the flavors and they explained the deep fried pound cake! I ordered a flight: peach cobbler, double batter, strawberry and cookie batter. I also got a scoop of chocolate ice cream and a slice of lemon pound cake. The shop is so super cute!!! I loved it and I felt right at home. I got my treats to go so I could share with my Hubby. Oh wow!!!! We LOVED IT!!! The flight was amazing! Fresh, hot and yummy! So glad I found this gem!

Stopped in on a whim after a protest a few weeks ago to pick up some goodies. I got a few…read morepastries/donuts and slices of cheesecake. I'm super picky with my cheesecake but theirs was AMAZING! The strawberry one is 15/10 easily lol While in there I saw a few people pick up their cakes and they looked great! Will definitely be trying for our next birthday.

It's a real old school bakery with the best doughnuts. I would weigh 300 lbs if I lived nearby…read more Great counter help as well!

My cousin knows the owner so our family was fortunate to host a baby shower here on a Sunday, when…read morethey are closed. They made the cookies, macaroons, both cakes that were served and mini pumpkin pies that were given as gifts for the guests. They also opened to enable us to buy goodies and I fell in love with the brown butter bourbon cookies!! They were 3 for $5 and I would have bought the 3 bags that were in the case, but a woman in front of me bought 2 bags so I was left with one. They have mini pies for $5 and while it was hard to decide (assorted cheesecakes, key lime pie, sweet potato pie, etc.); I bought a mini peach cobbler for hubby. They are the perfect serving size and he loved it! Both of the cakes they had at the shower (a chocolate and a yellow rainbow) were moist and delicious; the only downside is that we live so far away! But if we're ever in this area we will remember Park's Pastries for sure.

I wanted to like it. I really did. Local, minority owned, female owned. But sadly it's not good…read more I've tried several items on 3 different visits hoping for better but it wasn't...tasteless macarons and not the right texture, cupcakes priced like a downtown bakery but unfilled and small and dry and grainy, vegan pastries that left a poor taste in the mouth and also grainy. I believe they're moving to a new spot which will help the ambiance hopefully as the old spot was just too big. The owner is polite but the other staff was hit or miss. I really do hope they get it worked out. It's a great idea, but execution hasn't been good.

Came to this locally owned business in Mokena to look at chocolates. Fabulously Sweet certainly has…read morea few. It actually has a lot. Get custom orders or just come in. The prices are pretty okay for the high quality. A recent visit here yielded some good finds. It's known for the many chocolate products. The custom orders are where they really shine. Great for parties. Last time in here we got some of the chocolate covered cranberries and they were well liked by everyone that had these. Basically the only problem was there wasn't enough. That was one way to get people to eat fruit. Good place for locally made chocolates and candy. It's also not crazy expensive. These are perfect for parties or whatever.

This place is wonderful. The sweet treats are delectable. Cannot describe how beautifully presented…read moretheir store is. The employee is as sweet as the candy.

Le French Patisserie is cuteness overload, esthetically gorgeous just like the desserts they are…read moreselling. Came across this spot after walking back from Navy Pier. It's close by. Le French Patisserie offers coffee, gelato, & delicious pastries, including croissants, profiteroles, crème brûlée, and tiramisu. What did I have - La Mure Tart - $12 -Blueberry confit, light yogurt cream, almond dacquoise - light/fluff texture, refreshing, and creamy Guava Cold Cheesecake - $9.30 - Creamy cheesecake infused with sweet guava flavor and topped with a guava glaze - creamy texture, the guava is infused throughout the dessert (taste in every bite), it's sweet but not overly sweet (good balance) Pros 1. Beautiful bakery. 2. Beautiful desserts. 3. Friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere. 4. Indoor seating. Extremely clean inside. Cons 1. The lady who assisted me was very sweet, but she didn't know dessert ingredients. There are signs but I had specific questions like - gluten free, etc. Overall, I recommend trying Le French Patisserie. The curbside appeal is adorable and the desserts are to delicious looking and tasting to pass up. Just inquire about ingredients if you have any dietary restrictions.

Hmmm where do I begin. The photos are super beautiful on…read moreGoogle (my mistake, I should have checked yelp and see the bad reviews beforehand). I came in. The desserts look beautiful in person too. I ordered the most expensive item they have. A pistachio matcha cake, $9.3. They charged me $12.2, a 30% tax (their words, they said it was all tax)? If it's service fee or anything else added, I would be fine with it, but they said it's TAX. they also never gave me the breakdown of the receipt, so I had no idea what was added. I googled the tax of this area, it's not that high. So Something is going on. The reviews on Google are fake. Very disappointed. Be transparent. It's an upscale area. I'm ok with paying higher prices, but be transparent.

Great place to pick up cake supplies. They don't sell cakes but all the stuff you need for cakes.read more

isappointing.. owner is rude and arrogant... quite a small selection of pastries that are blah…read more.. highly recommend Le Cauldron Praline bakery at 500 Davis, Evanston. It's brand new and has an amazing variety of pastries and fresh croissants.

On my way to work one morning, I passed by the patisserie. The woman who was working the counter…read morewas stepping outside to take a breather since this morning was apparently rather busy. I dropped my work bag off at my office and returned. I have a feeling that giving her time to collect her thoughts meant more than its weight in gold because when I returned, she was very thankful. When I returned, I ordered a café au lait and a croissant. The café au lait was clearly brewed from some good beans because it didn't require any sweetener. The croissant was fresh, still slightly warm. There are several other offerings that I will eventually get around to trying. This downtown location is less congested than the Evanston location. With it being less than a block away, I will indeed return at times, more when the weather warms up.

My 11 year old grandson and I just had a wonderful cookie decorating class with Sara, an amazing…read moreteacher. She came to our home with all the supplies and clearly and patiently took us through all the steps to create wonderful cookies. We'd definitely do it again!

Sara made a heart-shaped red velvet cake with filling for a Taylor Swift themed Bachelorette party…read moreand she nailed the design and the cake was delicious. Overall, it was a big hit at the party, she was responsive and very easy to work with. Highly recommend Note: Her location is an at-home bakery located in Hyde Park. You may have to pick up from her location. Otherwise, I'm sure she can accommodate and do deliveries.

Wow... I wasn't aware of your game Ahuevo. I'm always on the hunt for a good burger and you guys…read moredid NOT disappoint. Mind you, this was a DoorDash order so I'm even more impressed. First, I really appreciate how well packaged everything was. Second, it arrived in perfect and steaming hot condition . Thirdly, the portion was actually insane . I stg 5 bites in I gave it up lol. To be fair I'm not the biggest eater but I loooove a good meal and this was just that! Also please don't be fooled by the angle of the fries, i had already eaten some and i assure you it was full to the top. I ordered the smash burger and added caramelized onions and bacon because bacon . I also fries with a side of cheese sauce(gotta have it ) the first bite almost 100% healed me. This thing was HEAVY ! I appreciate when I can taste the freshness of ingredients . The cheese was a stand alone star all by itself . I know I say this allll the time but it's true. It's my first experience but it will not be my last. My total was 25.28 before tip and 39.26 after. Thanks so much guys and keep up the great work and consistency!

Ahuevo's Double Smash Burger (the most popular item on the menu) delivers a classic smash burger…read moreexperience elevated by thoughtful execution: two 100% American beef patties, real American cheese, fresh lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles, and a signature secret sauce all nestled in a soft, buttery brioche bun . The patties are seared thin and crisp at the edges, which maximizes savory beef flavor and adds pleasant texture contrast. Reviewers on platforms like Restaurantji and TrustTheCrowd praise the balance of juicy meat and tangy toppings, and mention the locally‑made, fluffy bun as a standout feature . With a price around $10.99, the burger offers strong value, generous portions, and is consistently described as reliably excellent by a staff that clearly cares about service and ingredient quality. Good Mexican ambiance. Complementing the hearty burger, the Agua de Jamaica hibiscus drink offers a refreshing tropical contrast. It's a lightly tart, floral iced tea served from a newly added menu item at Ahuevo in Chicago--typically around $2 for a 16‑oz cup, making it excellent bang for the buck . The drink's bright crimson hue and crisp flavor cut through the richness of the burger with a clean finish. Customers often pair it with breakfast tater tots or egg sandwiches as a cooling palate cleanser. For those seeking a lighter, more refreshing beverage alongside a savory and hearty sandwich, the Jamaica drink is a perfect match. Overall, Ahuevo nails the fundamentals of a smash burger--think juicy, seared beef, crisp toppings, and handmade brioche--while their Agua de Jamaica adds a smart, refreshing foil that rounds out the meal beautifully.