Came here early morning and the baked goods were plentiful! Came here for an almond milk latte and the desserts looked so good! The kouign-aman and afternoon tea bun were my favorite! The other two were what you would expect. The staff are so kind and friendly, would definitely come back! read more

Lost Larson Bakery - Almond milk latte, kouign-aman, afternoon tea bun, ham and cheese croissant, spinach feta croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great morning stop, had a delicious quiche and almond croissant. Great service and atmosphere. read more

Lost Larson Bakery - Our feta and sweet potato quiche - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Love this neighborhood cafe bakery. Super friendly staff ( Mgr Mike and his crew), bright and minimal aesthetics, fresh baked goodies, great tea/coffee options. Seating can get crowded on weekends but when the weather is nice the back is a hidden gem! Enjoy! read more

Sunday carbs don't count Checked out @lostlarson yesterday as the first stop in our collab adventures with @cassidyeatscarbs and it was a great first stop while in Andersonville! Pictured were the spinach and feta danish, tebirkes, cinnamon roll, & lingonberry almond mini cake all the baked goods were very delicious and honestly excited to go back and try some more items they have so much to choose from but go early when they open, it was already getting so crowded when we showed up! The ambiance was cute definitely could sit inside and do your work while you eat and the service was fine. read more

Oh you must have the Afternoon tea bun it's so moist and all delish-ciousness!!! Nothing like getting up early on a Sunday morning and finding parking right out front too. You guys just have to try this place !! read more

Lost Larson Bakery - Afternoon tea bun and mocha latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Edit: The following day the almond croissant returned. Ty for hearing me. :) -- Who decided to take the almond croissant off the menu? They should be fired. This was my favorite item and it has randomly disappeared leaving me in shambles. Please bring back the almond croissant asap and consider making crookies - croissants with chocolate chip cookies. Business would be booming as this is the new hype. read more

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Lost Larson is a bakery and cafe that has another location in Wicker Park. They offer baked goods, breads, pastries, pies and cakes, coffee, tea, and seasonal items. We've ordered: +the Cinnamon Roll - topped with a citrus-cream cheese frosting +the Cardamom Bun - topped with pearl sugar +the Afternoon Tea Bun - rolled in an Earl-Grey and citrus sugar +a Cheddar & Kale Scone +a Lingonberry Almond Cake - filled with lingonberries and topped with toasted almonds +a Princess Cake slice - a vanilla sponge cake with a crunchy almond base, raspberry-rose preserves, pastry cream, whipped cream, and covered in a green marzipan +a Chocolate Chai Cake slice - a chocolate sponge cake with drak chocolate ganache +a Seeded Whole Wheat bread - using 70% fresh-milled whole wheat and black & white sesame, flax, poppy, and pumpkin seeds +hot Chai - served extra hot and very spicy The pastries are great, especially the Afternoon Tea Bun, but the consistency is an issue - in our initial order, the pastries were all so fresh, buttery, and/or flaky; our visits afterwards had pastries that were dried out, chewy, and tasted a bit stale (or possibly a day or two old?). I assumed that they made the pastries fresh daily, so not sure if it's a temperature thing or what. The chai was also inconsistent - some days, it's hot and spicy, and other days, it's super watered down. Placing an online order in advance is highly recommended, as their baked items get sold out quickly, especially on the weekends! When we went, they only had a walk-up and the inside was not opened. Staff is friendly, and there's metered street parking available. +inconsistent pastries and tea +friendly staff +metered street parking available read more

I came here on a weekday after a late lunch, 30 mins prior to the store closing for the day. Customer service: Good. I was greeted upon arrival. The staff kindly explained the different pastry options along with the ingredients. Atmosphere: cute bakery, may not be ideal for large group settings but ideal to take something to go, study/read, catch up with a friend. The place is clean overall and has nice seating areas for 1-2 ppl. Costs: It is on the higher end as it costs me almost over $18 for a slice of cake + a drink. Princess cake ($9): It is pricey for a slice of cake but well worth it. I have not tasted a cake similar to this one before. It reminds me of a cake from an Asian bakery but has unique flavors with each layer that just melts in your mouth and the last chews of a slice are crunchy with the raspberry preserves filling. Matcha green tea with oatmilk ($5.50 +0.75 for alternative milk options): The matcha green tea with oatmilk was perfect in warmth and paired well with a slice of the princess cake. I appreciated how it wasn't too sweet and just right on the sweetness. Good to know: 18% gratuity is auto added to your purchase, but you still have the option to tip additional. I'll be back if I was in the area read more

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I usually order from here to go and I never actually ate at this location so in regard to the food : it is perfection. The croissants and pastries are very yummy and it is hard not to eat it all in one sitting. I highly recommend. read more

It was ok. I'm glad I visited because it satisfied the curiosity I had about this place. That's the only reason I'm glad I visited. As many have already stated, I'm not sure I understand the point of a 15% fee added on at the end of your order. Clearly they need to be paying employees a living wage; however, why not simply increase your prices by the 15% fee you're going to charge? I suspect it's because in general the items they sell seem to me to be WILDLY overpriced. Adding 15% to a $9 quiche would bring it over $10, which might be a hard sell. I chose LL because it was close--I live maybe half a mile away. Pastries were a quick and convenient option since I had to drop my family off at the airport this morning. The pastries they had on offer were not very impressive and some looked downright unappetizing to me. For instance, the cinnamon roll looked nearly burnt, really dry. I know they weren't or they wouldn't have sold them, but they were not for me. I was also disappointed in kouign amann, in how short/flat it was, but my mom had enjoyed one I got for her elsewhere earlier in their visit so I wanted to get her one. I also got myself a chai latte, which was ok but nothing to write home about. I'm glad I tried a cardamom roll, though I didn't care for it. My sister did like the ham and cheese croissant that I got for her, and the broccoli and cheddar quiche I picked up was good (though overpriced, as I mentioned earlier). Overall, I was not a fan. I'm unlikely to return. read more

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Came in just after 2pm and there was still a wide selection of pastries and sweets available for purchase! The lingonberry almond cake was to die for!! The jam layer towards the bottom of the cake really elevated the flavors. I had never tried one of these before, but I was thoroughly impressed! If you like almond croissants, you'll love the almond cake. I also tried the cardamom croissant and was disappointed. The pastry was dry and lacking complexity in flavor, but I think it was just an off batch?? Lovely shaded patio out front with about 4-5 tables. Every chicago native i talk to has great things to say about this place, and I'd agree! Looking forward to coming back in the future. read more

Lost Larson Bakery - Lingonberry almond cake - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Lost Larson has one of the cutest outdoor patio areas that I've ever seen. It's tucked in right behind the bakery, but you wouldn't imagine it's there by just popping in to the shop. Service is quick. The food was very, very good. read more

Excellent bakery in Andersonville. Pastries and sandwiches. Come early or they will sell out! And then You will be sad. read more

Lost Larson Bakery - Tea cake and coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Their pastries are so delicious and they sell out quickly! Quiche was disappointing. Service is friendly. Done in space get crowded later in the morning. read more

Simply amazing treats. The Afternoon Tea Buns and the Cinnamon Rolls are specific favorites. But everything is delicious. Best bakery in Chicago. read more

Great Baked Goods, But Way Overpriced This bakery makes really great products -- no complaints about the quality. Most of the items I've tried have been delicious and well-made. However, the pricing is a big issue. Not only are the prices already quite high, but they also automatically add a 20% charge, even if you're just buying a single piece of bread. That feels excessive and unfair. A service charge like that for such a small purchase doesn't make sense. Great taste, but the pricing and added fees make it hard to justify coming back. read more

First time here. I was walking by the bakery and suddenly realized that I had a carb deficiency. I walked in and liked the well-lit, relaxed atmosphere. While the number of baked goods options weren't very impressive for a bakery I found one that fit the bill. When I went to pay I was faced with a large "Free Palestine" sticker prominently adhered to the laptop next to the register. You go to bakery to relax and escape the world for a few minutes instead I walked into a triggering Facebook post. I will NOT be returning. read more

Yummy. Bread is sooooo gewd. Eat the Princess Cake! Cardamom buns are peerless. read more

My husband and I came to Lost Larson Bakery after having lunch down the block and wanted dessert. The first thing you notice are the beautiful pastries and treats that are on display. After looking at the chocolate, hazelnut, and fruit pastry, I was sold on it. My husband got a blueberry pastry, and we shared a cinnamon roll. Everything was made fresh and was delicious. The people behind the counter were very nice and helpful. I will definitely be coming back the next time we're in the area. read more

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What more can you ask for? Fresh, REAL BUTTER croissants with a cappuccino. We asked if we could have a croissant sandwich with egg and cheese and the GM and staff were so kind to accommodate. And wow, for that not being a traditionally offered item, it was exquisite! The fluffy egg with a tangy white cheese made for a unique experience. We also got a ham and cheese croissant that is just like in France with a bold white cheese and a locally sourced sweet ham. The store front is welcoming and looks like a French cafe. I could come here every day. read more

Easily one of the best almond croissants in the city. Their drip coffee was only $3, too, which was great. They have a back patio, which makes for ample seating, even during the busy times. read more

Lost Larson Bakery - Almond croissant - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Everything I've had at Lost Larson has been delicious, from their croissants to their cinnamon rolls, to their muffins. Never ever disappointed with their baked goods. I especially enjoy their Princess Cake; it's the best! read more

There's a reason Lost Larson is so loved. Beautiful bakery with amazing baked goods (many Scandinavian). read more

Lost Larson Bakery - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This was a wonderful experience for a pastry lover like me. I've heard many great things about Lost Larson so I was excited to finally try it. They have their daily selection outside to view, tempting you to try everything. I got a few things and we sat outside in their patio, behind the store. they provide a water and cups at the patio, and walk over your pastries for you from the front. the pastries were all super tasty but the only thing i couldn't get behind was the 14% service fee automatically added, and for some reason they charged me an addtional 2.25% tax on top of the 10.25% sales tax. I ended up paying a little over $8 the purchase total in fees and tax. the Kouign Amann was probably one of my favorites - it was better than any I get back at home in Hawaii, and the closest thing I've had to the ones in Rennes, France, where the kouign amann originated from. the Chocolate Hazelnut Croissant was filled with chocolate, hazelnut cream and halzenuts on top. They also have Tebirkes, which I've never seen outside of Denmark. theirs didn't have nearly as much almond cream filling than the ones I've had in europe, but nonetheless was still tasty. The Afternoon Bun was my second favorite - the tea flavor was very strong without being overkill, and the inside was buttery. the Cinnamon Roll was also a croissant-like pastry rather than your traditional ones. the cream cheese frosting on it was surprisingly really good too. Lastly, the smoked salmon toast blew all the smoked salmon dishes i've had out the park. they were generous with the amount of smoked salmon they gave, and the bread that it came on was soft with a nice chewy bite. read more

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Pastries were meh. Lacked a lot of flavor and weren't the freshest. The best thing we had was the layered Swedish cake. I would only come back for that cake. It was such a different texture and the flavor was delicious. read more

Have wanted to try for a while as several friends rave about Lost Larson. We tried the cinnamon rolls, blueberry muffin, chocolate croissant, and lingonberry almond cake. All were delicious and didn't disappoint. We got our order to go but the inside is cute. There is also outdoor seating. Although there was a line it moved quickly as the staff were quickly taking orders. read more

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Fabulous bakery in Andersonville with delicious options for everyone! The staff is super friendly and welcoming as the place just has an overwhelmingly good vibe. Prices are a little steep but you get what you pay for... QUALITY. Every single baked good is beyond heavenly, special shout-out to their croissants for being the best in the Midwest. Their avocado and smoked salmon roasts are also delicious -- the texture & flavor of their breads are to die for. Nothing quite beats having the window seat to yourself on a sunny morning with a croissant & matcha latte in hand read more

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A bright & airy space in Andersonville to enjoy a bountiful array of fresh pastries. My friend and I loved the orange cardamom bun and the smoked salmon open faced sandwich. Coffee is tasty, too. We will be back to try more offerings and enjoy the ambience (I enjoy this location's cute cafe enviros over the other location). read more

Lost Larson Bakery - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

As noted in my other reviews, I am on a quest to find the best almond croissant in Chicago and Greater Chicago. Lost Larson may be by far the worst almond croissant I've had of late. For starters, their almond croissant is not quite like a croissant at all, and is very dense. It had a strange brawny, almost burned taste. It looked exactly like it tasted. The powdered sugar and dusted almonds couldn't make up for how unappealing this croissant was. It tasted more like hardened bleak bread, than the light, airy, buttery, and finger-licking sweet almond croissants I love. This bakery also was a bit out of the way and a bit over-priced. I cannot comment on their other offerings and doubt I'd want to try them considering how unpleasant my pastry was. I also don't know why this place was recommended (I discovered it through a Reddit thread) or how they've managed to pass this off as an even "decent" almond croissant. -10/10. read more

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Divine croissant! Walked by Lost Larson on a visit to Chicago. The front patio and inside tables were full so I knew it had to be good! I walked in and stood in line to get a chocolate croissant and a butter croissant. I also got an iced Japanese green tea drink. The drink was fine but the croissants were divine! We sure to stop in for a pastry and coffee or tea! 5 stars given for the friendly staff who were hustling to get every guest taken care of in a timely manner. read more

I'm all for supporting local, but the prices here are very expensive for what you get. The princess cake being the exception. That is worth every penny. Staff is fine. Not overly helpful or overly rude. They will assist if asked. read more

I've never been to a Swedish bakery before, and I really enjoyed it! I would go back for the lingonberry almond cake. I went at 11:30 am on a Saturday and it was packed, lines were to the door and some pastries were already sold out. Grabbed a cardamom bun, a lingonberry almond cake, and a tebirkes (kind of a poppyseed croissant with almond filling). The cardamom bun and the tebirkes were tasty - I'm not the biggest pastry fan, and they were fun to try but I wouldn't get them again. The lingonberry almond cake, though... amazing! I have half a mind to try and buy some lingonberry jam to try and recreate the flavor. Worth visiting for that alone. I'm told they have saffron buns for St. Lucia day in December, and I am very excited to go back for those... and more lingonberry almond cake! read more

Saw this bakery come up in an article for best bakeries in chicago, and had to go see for myself. Me and a friend went to check it out on a saturday morning, we had to wait a bit to get seating but the line for the food wasn't bad. We got the cardamom roll, morning bun, almond lingonberry pastry, and a couple others. The almond lingonberry one was my favorite for sure, but everything was great! I definitely want to go back. read more

Lost Larson Bakery - butternut squash pastry - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Don't order through delivery services. Ordered several items to have brunch delivered. Everything was "out of stock" I guess because the only thing that was delivered was a single cookie. Ends up being a $10 cookie with delivery fees. They could have tried to substitute in stock items or called so I could cancel the order and actually get food from somewhere else. read more

Loved this bakery, came three days in a row. And only come to this location because the other one just isn't as good, not sure why. I absolutely loved the cardamon bun and it had the perfect balance of spice and sweetness. It was also fun to eat since it was coiled up, just like a spanakopita. Would definitely come back again! read more

Lost Larson Bakery - Cardamon roll - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I absolutely love Lost Larson. The afternoon tea bun is my all-time favorite baked good. Soooo good!!

I adore the baked goods and sandwiches here and the overall atmosphere. The prices are on the high side (I still cannot believe paying $7 for a baguette when an even better one in France is €1 or even $10 for a quiche that is barely larger than the diameter of a muffin, but I still succumb and buy these treats because they are delicious.) Don't miss the kouign amann (I think Lost Larson makes the best kouign amann in Chicago). The cardamom bun is fine, but I think you can get a superior version at the Swedish Museum café a block or two away for much less money. I give service a lower rating because I am tired of enduring the surly attitude of one of their staff members who is usually on the opening shift. She rarely says hi or greets customers in a kind and welcoming way and acts very dismissively whenever I have asked her a question about a menu item. She projects an attitude as though she couldn't care less about working, and she very rarely says thank you or goodbye. In fact, when I was helped by her earlier this week, I said thank you to her after I paid and she just walked away and said nothing in return. I said thank you again, and she said "thanks" but in a tone as though she didn't care. I think she needs to be trained in the definition of hospitality. Kindness goes a long way, and there are plenty of other quality bakeries like PQB or Bad Butter that I would otherwise frequent if service is not warm and welcoming. read more

Satisfied my insatiable sweet tooth! Such delectable deliciousness! I had not been in this neighborhood since prior to pandemic and was so glad to see so much activity, throngs of people out and about strolling and window shopping, etc. It was the coldest day of the year so I didn't spend time checking out if the stores and restaurants are open for patronage, I hope they are doing well. But, I've strayed far off topic. LOST LARSON has adjusted to new normal by having both an order window and a pick up window. The order window has a lovely display of the day's offerings, there were maybe a dozen things. Among the choices I noticed 3 unique large ($4) cookies and 1 savory croissant. As I perused my options I picked the brain of the very, very nicest order taker and then decided on the cinnamon roll (w/cream cheese filling) and the afternoon tea cake. Wow, both were light, fluffy, super duper sweet and delicious! I think I had a slight preference for the tea cake for its crystallized sugar taste. I have to say that my husband's espresso and my chai latte were nothing special. The pick up area worked seamlessly. read more

Lost Larson Bakery - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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My boyfriend and I came here for breakfast this morning. The bakery was packed and we found the last table. I order a breve cappuccino and cinnamon roll. For my boyfriend, I order him a cold brew and goat cheese quiche. The barista was nice and friendly. Of course, the drinks and food were good. The bakery shop is cute with nice decorations. Food case display with yummy treats to choose from. Besides the cinnamon roll and goat cheese quiche, the almond and chocolate croissants are my favorites too. They have an outside patio which we like and we will come back with the weather is warmer. If you looking for a bakery to try comes to Lost Larson to give it a try. read more

Lost Larson Bakery - Leeks and Goat Cheese Quiche - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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Pastries are AMAZING, they had samples of the poppyseed bread out and it was so good I got an entire slice. This is not a starbucks to pick up your coffee and run out, but if you want that then go to starbucks I guess. Lost Larson takes their time but the service is so kind and personal you won't even notice the wait. I wouldn't bring my laptop here and bunker down. There are minimal tables but that's okay - I could eat these pastries in the crust of the earth and be happy. The inside is cute, small and perfect for the place. read more