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    Loba Pastry + Coffee

    4.3 (172 reviews)
    InexpensiveCoffee & Tea, Bakeries
    Closed 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working
    Good for kids

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    clockwise from top: cheese Kouign-Amann, veg quiche, sesame emmie, honey squiggle
    Maddie M.

    Absolutely blown away by these pastries. The honey squiggle, my favorite, was so simple yet so complex... the most satisfying flaky croissant texture I've ever had. Normally I love a combination of flavors and toppings, but here the honey flavor and light sea salt was all it needed. We also tried the sesame emmie -- very interesting! reminded me of a canele in texture but the sesame added a subtle savory flavor. My friend's favorite was the cheese Kouign-Amann. The vegetable quiche was solid as well. To drink I got an iced strawberry chamomile tea which was incredible. Very lightly sweetened which is my preference. I'm not a coffee drinker so I always appreciate creative tea options at cafes. The merch was adorable -- almost bought a hat but since I was visiting from out of town I had already bought too many things to bring back with me lol. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Also rather small inside; we got a table around 8am on a Wednesday but shortly after that it got busier and all the seats were full.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Still worth it to grab and go though. Need to come back and see which seasonal offerings come next!

    Eunice P.

    What we ordered: - emmie - quiche - pineapple sourdough muffin - squiggle The pineapple sourdough muffin had no flavor. Not sure if it was a bad batch. Everything else was good!

    Pineapple sourdough muffin & esquite biscuit
    Tina L.

    I fear this might be my favorite bakery in Chicagoland & I've been to most of the popular ones. The pastries seem unassuming but are full of flavor, always fresh, not too oily, too sweet, or too salty. I love the unique fusion flavors you can't find anywhere else!! Their coffee also smacks, [[HIGHLIGHT]]there is seating (although limited) - kinda rare for Chicago bakeries, the ambiance is cute & inviting[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], and the workers are all friendly. My only gripe is that you don't know which pastries will be available for the day as they are constantly rotating pastries & don't post online which ones are available for the day. Thankfully, everything is delish here!

    Vicky H.

    It's a good place to try if you are looking for unique flavors. Thr space is not huge, few tables for sitting down inside and a bar height area for few standing spots. Staff is friendly. We tried a few pastries, Emmy, cheese kouign amann, and lobee (brownie). They were all pretty tasty, just a bit pricey. Tried a couple of coffee drinks as well and they were good too. Overall if I was in the area, I'd stop by but I wouldn't go out of my way just to go there. Service animals are allowed inside.

    Monica N.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very unassuming coffee spot that has a cute cozy interior.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's some seating inside but not a lot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The baristas are always very nice. Everytime I've stopped in, their baked goods tend to be sold out so I am hoping to eventually get my hands on some of their baked goods, specifically their bread eventually! The coffee here is fantastic. I really like their rotating menu and their flavor choices. The smoked vanilla latte is so yummy.

    Smoked vanilla latte
    Kate M.

    I finally got to try Loba! We swung through on a rainy morning for coffee and pastries. Loba has been on my want to try list for a while so when I found out we were just down the street, we finally paid them a visit! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The outside is pretty unassuming but the interior is so cute![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff working was so nice I wanted to talk to her all day. I told her this was my first visit and she gave me some recommendations on what to order. We went with the sourdough banana chocolate chip muffin, mole croissant, and emmie. Let me tell you these pastries blew our MIND. I wish we filmed ourselves eating them because our jaws were on the floor over how good everything was. The sourdough banana muffin was probably our favorite. It was moist and fluffy with a crunchy top - so good! The mole croissant: a crazy flavor combination! Sweet at first but then the mole and a hint of spice hits. The emmie was so unique too, the outside is crunchy but the inside super soft and light. It's slightly sweet and oat-y. To drink I got the smoked vanilla latte and my husband went with the 7 spiced mocha. Both were good! Definitely will be back to explore more of the pastries. I cannot wait!

    Emmie & chipotle scone
    Sharon H.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]I finally stopped by this neighborhood coffee shop today and it was lively, there was a steady line of people coming in while we ate there.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Pastries were being refilled quickly! I ordered the emmie and a Chipotle scone. The emmie reminded me of a canele, crisp on the outside, soft and chewy inside, which I love. The Chipotle scone was a pleasant surprise and gave a great savory contrast, so I'm glad I got both. They didn't have matcha lattes (my usual go-to), but the friendly service totally made up for it. Even with a long line, the person who took my order was patient and kind, walking me through each item and answering my questions without rushing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space itself is clean, cozy, and has those perfect corner coffee shop vibes.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely a spot I'd come back to.

    Banana chocolate muffin
    Jim D.

    Review is for merely one pastry. I assumed there'd be a huge line evocative of other Uber popular party shops so o showed up right when they opened. To my dismay there were only 3 pastries available while they were hard at work in the kitchen. I indulged in a banana & chocolate muffin which was actually pretty good albeit the chocolate flavor severely dominating the banana. I'd love to return to try their more experimental throngs I e seen online.

    Sunny P.

    My friend brought me here and said it's usually packed with a line out the door but we got lucky and got in right before the rush. Still had to wait about 30 minutes around 11 AM. The menu is simple and seasonal so it changes often. I got a vanilla latte and a mix of pastries to try. The miso pastry had amazing chewy bread but the sauce was kind of confusing. I love miso but this version tried to be sweet and salty at the same time and didn't totally hit for me. Probably a 3/5. The blueberry sourdough cupcake was better. Tart and unique, 4/5. The elote pastry was so savory and flavorful, 5/5. Also loved the nutty one with icing on top. Sweet 5/5. By the time we left the line was fully out the door. There are maybe 7 to 10 seats inside so don't expect to sit unless you get lucky. I'd definitely come back to try more pastries and whatever seasonal drinks they have next.

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    Anthony D.

    Always a treat when visiting and they open at 8am on weekends now which is great. We tried: - Monkee Caramel Blondie - Strawberry Sourdough Muffin - Mary Jane - Coconana (coffee)

    Jessica C.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Loba Pastry & Coffee is such a bright, minimalist gem. The space feels clean and modern with warm wood counters, globe pendant lights, and tons of natural sunlight pouring in -- the kind of place that instantly lifts your mood.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I ordered a latte (with the prettiest leaf latte art ), and it was smooth, creamy, and perfectly balanced -- not too sweet, not too bitter. You can tell they care about the details. The presentation alone makes it feel elevated, but the flavor absolutely delivers too. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibe is calm but lively, with friendly baristas and a steady flow of locals grabbing their morning coffee. It's a great spot to catch up with a friend, enjoy a solo coffee date, or just soak in the cozy atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely a neighborhood favorite kind of place -- simple, quality coffee done right.

    Madeleine B.

    Pretty busy on a Saturday afternoon. Heard great things and was able to stop by. There was a small line but it moves fast. I tried the almendra en flor, the seasonal drink. I liked it, although it was a bit more thin and watery coffee than I like. I also tried their coconut sourdough slice, which was great. Just a thick slice of sourdough spruced up with a honey syrup. I'd come back to try the pastries.

    Mark O.

    2025 Chicago. Cafe & Pastries. Emmie (GF) This oat-based custard resembles a French canelé. Crunchy dark outside, soft custard inside; a Loba Pastry staple Mole Croissants Croissant laminated with house-made mole. (Sundays and Mondays only) Seasonal Flavor (June): yellow mole with dark chocolate Blondie A buttery, not too sweet blondie, made with seasonal vegetables, topped with salted caramel and a little crunch. Currently serving a carrot blondie with a miso caramel, topped with crushed roasted nuts Overall, "I'm a fan." Note: Laptops prohibited

    Cheese Quion Amman, iced oat milk latte, and Emmie Pastry (GF)

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    Pastries are beautiful, coffee was bomb, [[HIGHLIGHT]]place was very aesthetically appealing[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. Only issue was parking

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    Jennivee’s Bakery

    Jennivee’s Bakery

    4.4
    (722 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    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.

    I've been to Jennivee's twice now and I also got my college graduation cake from here last year for…read morepick-up! They did a beautiful job. For my graduation cake, I chose the tres leches and it was so creamy, moist, and delicious. I basically ate half of the cake by myself lol. This most recent time, I needed a snack and wanted something sweet. Everything here looks amazing and I'm sure tastes amazing too, so it's hard to choose. I chose to get the berry chantilly cake slice since it was a hot day, and it was the perfect refreshing treat! It was soooo good.

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    Chiu Quon Bakery & Dim Sum

    Chiu Quon Bakery & Dim Sum

    4.2
    (647 reviews)
    7.0 mi
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    This is the best bakery in Southside Chinatown, without a doubt, the line just never stops like…read morethey're handing free food but they're not. Although the prices are very reasonable, you could come here everyday...BTW, make sure to bring cash as it's cash only. I really love coming here after a meal because the buns are soft, light, airy, and sweet. Thus far, my favorites are: - egg custard topping with a red bean filling and - the coconut bun with whipped creme Wow, those are really good but do try their other offerings and determine your own favorite item. I have to try their Argyle location to see if they're consistently great!! Oh, one more thing, there is a ledge by the window where you can eat quickly whilst standing up but it can get very crowded in there. Xie xie Chiu Quon!!

    This is a staple if you visit chinatown in Chicago. It has fast service and the workers are all…read moresweeter than sugar, and has wonderful atmosphere to it. It was incredibly bustling, which was ambient and also a sign that the pastries here would be good. The egg tart I had was the perfect amount of flakiness and wasn't too sweet. The texture reminds me of flan. There is a wide selection of bakery items to choose from, so I reccomend you try mutiple. It is worth the price. Please go here.

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    Portuguese egg tarts with their tantalizing brulee tops and tasty BBQ pork bun filling
    Portuguese egg tarts with their tantalizing brulee tops and tasty BBQ pork bun filling
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    Kasama

    Kasama

    4.5
    (1.4k reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    Visiting Chicago and pretty much EVERYONEEEEE recommended this place and honestly I can see why!…read moreThere was a 2 hour wait on a Saturday morning and ooooof you're going be baking in the sun (no patio, no shade, no umbrellas) so come prepared with hats, umbrellas and water!! Usually when I wait that long for something I get extra harsh on critique like my god you better be worth the wait.... And unfortunately this place WAS actually that good where I couldn't even be mad. Filipino breakfast combo ($20)-- has both longanisa sausage and tocino, suuuuper savory and goes great with their garlic rice and sunny side up egg. It's one of those things that's just so simple but so soooo good when done right. Pork belly adobo ($20)-- weekends only! braised pork belly with garlic rice and sunny side up egg. This is similar to a Taiwanese Lu rou fan. It was slightly sweet with the savory. It gets kind of fatty/greasy after a while but once you add some chili and vinegar from the basket it's all good !!! Longanisa breakfast sandwich ($12)-- didn't add the hash brown but that was an option! Soft bread, fluffy egg, cheese and longanisa... again so simple but sooooo good! The Longanisa in this was like a meat patty vs the sausage in the breakfast plate. Same name but different enough I promise! Didn't feel like I got a duplicate or anything like the textures are different! For pastries... forgot the price-- Salmon danish: Weekend only! Wish we got more!! It was perfectly light and savory. Doesn't have that strong fishy smell and the flavor was so good. Smoked salmon, cream cheese, fish roe... how could it not be good!! Cheesecake: SOOOOOOO GOOD!!! Again, should've ordered more!! Not all cheesecakes are created equal but THIS ONEEEEE was so so good. The crust:filling ratio was perfect. It was rich and creamy. Doesn't mix in cake/filler like some other places. Just good, pure, classic cheesecake with some good fruit on top. Cardamom bun: Texture kind of like breakfast bun/kougn amann but tastes like a light pumpkin spice, thanksgiving. Goes great with coffee I'm sure!! This flavor profile in general isn't really my thing but my friend loved it !! Banana bread: Really not the most aesthetic thing. It's almost kinda ugly in pictures ... but what it lacks it makes up for in TASTEEE. I should've gotten a cross section but there's dark chocolate and nuts and the banana flavor is there and sweetens everything so nicely. Also, you order at the counter and they'll bring it to you at the table in order of drinks then pastries then food. Not sure how it works if you want to order more tbh like if you finish eating and want more dessert. Would I wait 2 hours again? Unfortunately probably yeah. Since I'm a visitor it's not like I can go during off hours/random weekdays etc. And everything was soooo good I'd definitely come again next time I'm back!!

    Good? Yes. Worth the wait? I don't know. Especially in this recent Chicago heat!…read more The best dish was their breakfast rice bowl with sausage, eggs, and pork. 5/5! Breakfast sandwich was just a bit salty for me, 4/5. Pastries - chocolate cookie 3.5/5, apple pie 4/5, banana tart 3/5 (would have been 4/5 but the cream wasn't set, needed to be cold IMO). Ube iced latte - 4/5 - really pretty! The wait, 3/5.

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    Breakfast sandwich: soufflé egg, longanisa, cheese, hash brown
    Breakfast sandwich: soufflé egg, longanisa, cheese, hash brown
    Breakfast Sandwich: longanisa, egg, and cheese | $12

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    Fat Peach Bakery

    Fat Peach Bakery

    4.3
    (76 reviews)
    7.4 mi

    Finally had time to drive over and try the pasteries! Service was super fast, no wait time. It's a…read morecompact and cute store. Only 3 window tables that fill up pretty quickly. I bought 3 and my friend got 2. Calamansi cream + pistachio paste danish was my favorite. The Calamansi cream was the perfect texture and density with a fragrant citrus note. When I took a sip of coffee afterwards it made my coffee taste like I was drinking fresh orange juice. The pistachio is more cake like inside than full paste and isn't too sweet. Flaky dough, soft pistachio center and creamy top with a sharp citrus cut. Peach + raspberry Melba danish. The peaches were soft. I'm not familiar with a Melba dessert but the center of this was almond paste which is not my favorite but if you like almond and tart danish it would hit the spot. Raspberry espresso cream cheese cinnamon roll was a fun fruity twist to a cinnamon roll. Couldn't really tell there was espresso though. Blueberry lime cheesecake danish. I also liked this one because of the lime. It really cuts through the heaviness. The fruits on top were also fresh. They also have one day old blind boxes. I grabbed a 6 piece day old box to go and it was actually 6 different pasteries, half sweet and half savory! It only repeated 1 of the pasteries I had originally tried so I'm excited to try more, especially the savory ones. It's an amazing deal if you just want to try a variety of flavors. Tried the Hot dog danish - really good! Upscale pigs in a blanket vibes. The tiny fried are seasoned perfectly and add a fun crunch. The splashes of Dijon cut through and it doesn't feel oily at all.

    I've been on the hunt to find the best bakeries in Chicago and had been dying to visit Fat Peach…read morefor awhile after seeing rave reviews! Let me tell you, it was all I hoped it could be and more. The storefront was pretty small with a few tables- between the size, hours, and popularity (they were only open a few days a week and closed at 2pm), I suspected that the shop sold out often. I went on a weekday and there was still a good selection of pastries left around 11am. The staff was super nice and helpful as I struggled to make a decision. They shared that the strawberry milk croissant was their bestseller, so I opted for that. It was filled with fresh strawberry mascarpone and fresh strawberry puree. Despite the croissant's decadent appearance, it was not at all too sweet. I'm not typically the biggest croissant fan (I know, I know, no one is perfect) but this pastry blew me away. The filling was super generous without overpowering the delicate dough, which was baked to crispy perfection. Sadly, I don't get to the area often, but I will 100% be back asap to try more of the menu. Run- don't walk to pay a visit!

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    Fat Peach Bakery
    Strawberry and cream croissant
    Strawberry and cream croissant
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    Sugar Moon Bakery

    Sugar Moon Bakery

    4.8
    (117 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    Holy freakin best bakery in the nation! Sugar Moon is a local fave in Logan Square--and for all the…read morereasons possible. They make scrumptious cookies, pastries, danishes, chai cinnamon rolls, the whole shebang. Our eyes were nonstop drooling over all of the fresh goodies. I had such a hard time choosing, but knew I had to get the corn flake espresso cookie (SO FRICKIN AMAZING) the textures were elite, and the potato focaccia. The southwest hash brioche was friggin incredible. They were very generous with the sweet potato, WHOLE EGG, and veg. Like seriously, with the cost of groceries skyrocketing, I can't believe I got a whole bit of egg white and yolk. You must eat your goodies warm, the initial crunch had me in a chokehold. They also had a vegan focaccia which my friends appreciated. There's street parking and expect lines. Inside isn't super spacious, but the line does move. Bring sunnies and a book if you don't like to stand around. We got here before they opened on a Saturday morning and only had to wait like 15mins. They also sell cute lil Sugar Moon merch like fun tshirts and cards. Would 100% come back to get morning pastries from them. Super queer friendly as well. MUST visit.

    Ugh, I dream about their chai rolls. And that espresso cornflake crunch cookie! Obscene…read more You can't go wrong with anything here. I will say the savory items are definitely on the salty side though. I wish they were 20% less salty! I had ordered the miso mushroom brioche, asparagus foccaccia, and poblano brioche. It's worth the trek and the line. You'll probably end up eating from the box on the curb nearby, since inside seating is TIGHT. I live in SF and we don't mess around when it comes to bakeries. I will be returning to Sugar Moon next time I'm in Chicago. Wait for me, my love.

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    Inside of Focaccia ($5/slice) - harissa cauliflower, caramelized onion, gouda, cheddar, rosemary. Delicious.
    Inside of Focaccia ($5/slice) - harissa cauliflower, caramelized onion, gouda, cheddar, rosemary. Delicious.
    Inside of Sweet Brioche ($5.50) - cara cara orange & passionfruit filling. It's nice: the dough is rich and chewy.
    Inside of Sweet Brioche ($5.50) - cara cara orange & passionfruit filling. It's nice: the dough is rich and chewy.
    Chai cinnamon roll, espresso cornflake cookie, banana pudding croissant

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    Chai cinnamon roll, espresso cornflake cookie, banana pudding croissant
    Bittersweet Pastry Shop

    Bittersweet Pastry Shop

    4.1
    (916 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    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)

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