Literally the cutest café. This was my favorite breakfast spot while visiting Chicago. The second I walked in, I was obsessed. The green and white color palette immediately reminded me of Ralph's Coffee. It felt classic and polished but still charming. Everyone working there had a smile on their face, and the warmth felt so genuine and comforting, especially first thing in the morning. They had such a huge selection of pastries and cakes that it was honestly hard to choose. I ended up getting the cake shaped like a cherry because it looked so interesting. It was a black cherry cake and I paired it with a cappuccino. It was the perfect combination. The cake was beautiful and tasted just as good as it looked. We also ordered the breakfast burrito, which came with a small side salad. It was fine, but not the standout for me. If I came back, which I would, I would probably stick to the pastries and coffee and try more of their baked goods instead. Service was amazing. The ambience was adorable. I loved how all the silverware, plating, and dinnerware matched that perfect green tone. Every detail felt intentional. It was just perfect. read more

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We had a toddler date with a friend and her son here at the cafe at the Peninsula. They had some limited-time St. Patrick's Day specials that caught my friend's eye, including the Pot of Gold, a special dessert only available for the weekend. The food was really excellent, as was the service. But it was ridiculously priced. The reuben sandwich was $28. It was a great sandwich, very lean, but you could get a sandwich as good for half the cost elsewhere. They only have a couple of kid's items, but my friend requested buttered noodles for her kid rather than the cheesy noodles. I got the hibiscus drink and lavender lemonade, both non-alcoholic, and they were very good. My little one especially liked the hibiscus. And we ordered the appetizer of whipped ricotta and honey; my daughter liked this more than anything else we ordered. We didn't have dessert at the restaurant, but ordered to go. The pot of gold was really good. There were little "gold nuggets" on it and that was my daughter's favorite part; good thing since I didn't realize it had a layer with Bailey's in it. It was very rich, and the cauldron was really thick chocolate (and actually was a struggle to get into, a bit!). The restaurant is small but it didn't feel crowded. We never felt rushed or unwelcome, and we were there for a couple hours (longer than I realized; it took an unusually long time to make two reuben sandwiches). Their pastries are really nice but somewhat expensive, like the rest of the menu. It was a nice, sophisticated experience. read more

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This is a really sweet brunch spot. I haven't really tried the pastries but typically love the deconstructed French toast and Quiche Lorraine. We've been about six times. This most recent time, was probably the least delicious. The French toast was not soaked properly and was more like torn bread. I was also disappointed to hear that they are no longer doing their bear giveaway like they have in years past. I was so excited for my daughters to get their bear when we visited. But alas, apparently only for hotel guests. I find the entree prices to be reasonable but the sides are a little ridiculous. $12 for 3 pieces of meh bacon was a little jarring. But still a fun experience and bright and airy spot in the city. read more

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Will definitely have to come back for lunch at some point. Came for the dessert and it did not disappoint! Everything was delightful- the cruffin was perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The swan dessert was a symphony of surprises with all the textures- the crunch of the outer meringue shell, the custard dollop on top, the white chocolate swan pieces, and inside a raspberry filling and some crunchy bits. read more

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Attentive and highly-knowledgeable service makes for a very smooth and enjoyable experience. While indoors some of the table placement can feel a little tight (especially the window nooks with two tables), the outdoor seating is a reason to go all to itself. The mains are scrumptious. We ordered the lobster roll and a quiche. The pastries are divine - from creme filled brioches to banana pudding eclairs! So fun, so delicious! read more

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Stayed overnight in the hotel and decided to have breakfast here. It is small & cozy, service was good, the croissants and pastries are really delicious. read more

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Really nice place. Def a place for sweet treats. The food was good. Don't get the kids Mac n cheese. Epic fail The quiche was excellent. 5/5. Flaky buttery crust. The fresh chips are excellent. The grilled choose is good but too cheesy. Ask for it light The pen salad was 5/5. Really tasty. The chicken is outstanding. The chocolate obsession cake was rich and amazing. Not bitter chocolate at the end The macaroons were good My wife said the coffee was just okay. read more

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Very aesthetic café that feels luxe. I've had the truffle chicken pot pie multiple times and loved it. Easy spot for a sit-down brunch or grabbing a pastry to go. read more

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This place has the besttttt almond croissant I have ever had. Also, their hazelnut latte is so yummy and flavorful, it must be a house made syrup. We got the truffle chicken pot pie (delish, but almost too truffley for our taste-- and I like a lot!) and the reuben was delicious with the house made chips. I will come here again & again for the vibe and the almond croissant read more

Excellent service, delicious food, clean and bright space. It was packed on a Sunday at brunch but wait was not long at all. We got a cappuccino, tea, truffle chicken pot pie, and quiche lorraine. The cappuccino was really good - probably the best I've had in the city. And the quiche and pot pie were both amazing - really good flavors and well executed. Their pastry case was full of beautiful looking pastries but we were just too full. Definitely looking forward to returning for brunch again soon! read more

The service, ambiance, and menu were outstanding. Had three of the cocktails along with egg salad sandwich, baguette with ham sandwich, and shrimp salads. All delicious and hard to beat. I would go back in a heart beat! Well done! read more

From the time we were greeted to exiting the place took us back to France. We order Bagel & Cream Cheese. The items to build an amazing breakfast that include Scottish salmon, cucumber slices, thinly sliced res onions, capers to apply, cream cheese with chives, and those ingredients were compiled with a toasted bagel sliced in half. The limits on words stop us. We walked out with almond croissant. Every bite into the croissant, you could taste the almond inside. Nothing else about this plates should be written. Our return is required. Shalom read more

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I came here for a few treats the day I checked out of my hotel. We purchased the cookies I heard so much about and a few macaroons. Everything was delicious and the staff was quick with our order! read more

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I went there for a brunch this late morning. I got a Strawberry tart and a Coffee Bean, with a cup of hot latte, and stayed inside for an hour reading my book. Overall, this was a pleasant dining experience. The serving people were very friendly and caring, and people dining inside were also very polite and respectful to each other. However, I regard the price as too high, as these all cost me about forty bucks, while I might get the same experience in other cafes with half of the price. read more

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Stopped in for a quick tea but left with 2 pastries, which I'm not disappointed with at all. Had an amazing selection of teas and coffees as well as impressive pastries and desserts. I can't wait to come back to try them all! Very bright and open cafe type setting, decent amount of seats available and is connected the the Peninsula hotel. Service was phenomenal, I was overwhelmed by all the choices but the server was quick to address any questions and provide valuable recommendations. read more

Pierrot Gourmet - Chocolate croissant, Hazelnut Cronut, Iced Black Tea - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

When I think of Pierrot Gourmet, besides the food, I think of the amazing service. It really is the kind of service you can expect at a 5-star restaurant, which I suppose isn't all that surprising given it's part of The Peninsula hotel. While I've had real meals here, I really just come for the desserts and pastries. Whenever it's croissants for breakfast or a fruit tart after lunch, you can't go wrong with anything they serve. Just take a look at their display case and pick whatever looks good! And good luck with that - they have about a million options to choose from and all of them look fantastic! read more

Came back 2 years later and felt this was as good as I remembered. Spinach and Mushroom Quiche - 4/5. Velvety eggs, excellent bake. Simple side salad. My wife got a breakfast croissant and really enjoyed it. read more

Sunday 3pm. Most of their patisseries were sold out. The café seating was full and it seemed quite family friendly. It feels more café vibes than afternoon tea vibes. The storefront has a separate entrance from the hotel, so you might not realize this is part of the Peninsula. My goal was to buy pastries but how many and which ones really depended on what's available and my mood. Overall, I felt like this place offers conservative flavors but the details are executed well. It's not perfect, but it would be a solid go-to option for refined patisseries. More specifically, I am very interested in trying their cookies or anything baked with butter like sable or tart shells. It was a pleasant surprise to see that a pastry at the Peninsula is only $12, as I'm used to seeing more expensive ones in NYC. I ordered: chrysanthemum, blueberry snowflake, and igloo. It wasn't intentional but they were all white. Blueberry snowflake was my favorite. It's a cheesecake with blueberry compote and mousse filling and dacquoise. It won its way to my favorite of the day because of the savory cream cheese. I like the balance how the saltiness gives it a unique kick but I wouldn't doubt that this is a dessert. It was such a joy to eat. The blueberry middle didn't stand out but perhaps I like the subtleness rather than something very punchy, sweet and sticky. Igloo was my second favorite. I loved the sable biscuit at its base. The coconut rum gave a hit upon first bite but wasn't apparent afterwards. I like the abundance of coconut shreds that are delicate without getting in the way. The mango cremeux didn't feel out of place even in December. I did want to point out that the filling didn't fit the most neatly into the mold for the igloo. Chrysanthemum was third not because it was bad or anything. Apparently the design was inspired by Chicago's city flower. I was expecting it to be floral flavored - even better if chrysanthemum, but it wasn't. It's supposed to be tea infused white chocolate, strawberry gelee, and baked cream. I normally don't like white chocolate because it's too sweet and heavy but that didn't feel so here. The piping of the flower petals was also beautiful especially after the silver spray lightly layered on top. Unfortunately, I couldn't really taste tea here. The insides weren't special but I loved the tart crust. It's so buttery and flavorful without being overpowering to the gentle flavors in the rest of the patisserie. When I arrived, I wanted to stare at the fridge before deciding what to order. There was people ahead of me so I waited on the side. Turns out those people were just waiting for their takeout coffee and not even ordering desserts. No one acknowledged my existence nor directed me who I should speak to for ordering or what I'm here to get at all. Although I wish I had a warmer welcome upon arrival, the lady at the counter did make it up by addressing me by name (probably after seeing my credit card) when giving me the receipt. I don't think I see a contactless payment option as they had to swipe on the computer and it still prints out multiple copies of the receipt. Perhaps this café is meant to focus on dine-in options more than takeout. read more

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This restaurant is so lovely we came here once for coffee and desserts, and came a second time to dine in. The interior is adorable and all white and light green colors. Had the Rotisserie Chicken, french onion soup, cappuccino, coffee, negroni sbagliato, and giant raspberry macaron. The mashed potatoes in the chicken dish was chunky and silky and amazing! I could pass on the coffee and desserts next time. Was really excited to try the mille feuille but found out they no longer serve it. Service was pleasant and I would definitely come back to try the chicken pot pie! read more

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Delicious girls brunch! From our lattes, to the lavender ricotta shareable, to each of our entrees, and finally dessert- every bite was full of fresh flavor. The service was the cherry on top. Special thank you to the sweetest gentlemen, Louis, who made us feel warm and welcome. We can't wait to come back! read more

This place was VERY recommended by my boss who urged me to get the rotisserie chicken. This is their signature dish. Although the chicken was very tasty, I wouldn't say that it was out of this world and that I would get it again. I got the prosciutto salad and that also wasn't my favorite because the salad base was very bitter. I got hazelnut cruffin which was giving Godiva pastry and it was very tasty. Someone got the croque Madame next to me which I wish I got instead. The ambience was very quaint and it looked like a little French café. The service was also great. My server was nice and my water was constantly full. I would come again and get different things because I wasn't very impressed on the taste of my food, but that could be personal preference. read more

Pierrot Gourmet - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Stumbled by this place on my morning walk. Really nice and lively atmosphere. I got the PG breakfast and the matcha latte. Food was terrific and the concentration of matcha in my drink was perfect. Servers are extremely friendly and look like they love being there read more

Pierrot Gourmet - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My go to spot for a mid shopping break. It's on mag mile, right across Saks and has this relaxed European charm to it. They also have one of the best patios for people watching!! As for food, you can choose from the wide selection of pastries & sweets as well as simple options for a quick meal Food tastes solid, service is great, vibes are vibing. Can't get any better than this! Raspberry Rose Macaron $14* Coffee Bean $12 Quiche Lorraine $20 Cappuccino $6 Passion Fruit Macaron $3.50 쇼핑하다 당땡길때 가는 카페 Saks 옆에 붙어있어서 위치도 딱이고 호텔에서 운영하는 곳이라서 서비스가 매우 좋다. 다양한 패스츄리, 디저트, 간단한 식사까지 다 준비되어있음. 퀄리티도 꽤 괜찮아서 자주가게된다. read more

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5 Stars: A Little Slice of Paris in Chicago This spot is where pastry dreams come true. The coffee? Top-notch. The pastries? Straight-up edible art, crafted by pastry chefs from The Peninsula Hotel. These aren't your average sweets; they're the kind of treats that make you feel fancy just looking at them--and even fancier eating them. Seasonal flavors keep things fresh, so there's always an excuse to come back (not that you'll need one). Need a holiday or hostess gift? Forget the boring wine bottle. Show up with a box of these beauties, and you'll be invited back forever. When the weather's nice, the outdoor patio is a place to be. Picture yourself sipping a perfect latte, savoring a croissant that's flakier than your group chat, and plotting which Chicago restaurant you'll hit up later. A true gem--don't miss it! read more

Pierrot Gourmet - A variety of seasonal pastries. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I have only been here once, but it might possibly have served the most perfectly cooked omelet I have ever had. I had a very problematic stomach and could not eat anything on their delicious looking menu. They went above and beyond to accommodate me, and I believe the chef even went to the Peninsula to get several ingredients. Its a tiny beautiful space with lots of temptations! Service, food and ambience were superb. read more

Had an amazing time while visiting Pierrot Gourmet on labor day weekend (Sunday). We arrived around 10am and was quoted 20 minute wait to sit outside. Thankfully we were seated within 5-10mins which was an added bonus. Our server Ben was very nice and provided us with recommendations. My friend and I decided to split a choice of 3 bakery daily selection and breakfast burrito with chorizo. Ben took the liberty of splitting the plate for us which was a nice touch. read more

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I'm so hyped that this location has reopened since last year after a closure during COVID lockdown. Ordered an iced oat matcha latte and a cinnamon roll. In addition, my group got an apple Brie baked sandwich. The baked apple was really delicious and gave a warm and wholesome fall vibe. The only complaint that I have is that this restaurant only has one restroom for everyone and this could be a pain during busy time. read more

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I'm so glad this place has reopened. It was closed for a while during the pandemic. Luckily, they're back and they have their iconic raspberry macaron cake! It's just the right texture - just on the edge of chewy but not - and not too sweet! The triple g chocolate drink was okay. Seemed like very average chocolate milk. Could use more chocolate. The place is classy and clean. I'm very fond of their dessert menu. Will be back for food and sweets. I was sad to see that they no longer use their beautiful yellow rounded square to go boxes. Service: 9/10. Tentative but makes you box your own food to go. read more

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Love the coffee, tea, delicious pastries, service and ambience. I definitely recommend this place but little pricey but it's worth it. read more

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This was my favorite Chicago breakfast stop. Classy, good food and long tables to chat with people from the world over. After covid reopen, the beautiful wood is gone snd entire interior whitewashed. Long tables gone. Its a terrible pity . If only management would change it back. Please ! read more

Best place to stop and get a vanilla latte. Loved the fact the latte was good in the sense of sugar and taste. Desserts look amazing but we don't get any since we were walking around. They are super busy. They have a few tables you can sit down and enjoy your treats. Very instagram esthetics. 10/10 read more

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My review is strictly on the pastries. Walking in we were greeted with a smile. Friendly staff answered all of our questions. This place is a cute establishment with open sitting. We were not impressed with our pastry choices. They looked very pretty but lacking in flavor and even texture. Maybe it was an off day or they were old? This was on a Friday so maybe end of week pastries before the weekend hits.. not sure but will try them again for the actual food and will update my review accordingly. read more

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Loved the place! Very welcoming, great, fresh ambiance for breakfast and lunch. Good portions and prices. Excellent desserts and overall fantastic flavors. Service is very quick and a great variety in the menu. Good location close to the magnificent mile area. read more

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Went over for breakfast while visiting Chicago. The space is cute with a to go and pastry counter off to the side and dine in seating. The avocado toast was pretty good but the sourdough was bit hard and over toasted. The lox was amazing and fresh. We did decided to choose a pastry from the many displayed options and opted for the Chrysanthemum cake - it was beautiful and yummy with a fruit filling. I also tried the matcha and latte which were both fantastic. Wait time on Saturday morning for a table of 2 was about 10 minutes so not bad at all as compared to other restaurants in the area. read more

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What a great breakfast to start your day in Downtown Chicago. Pierrot Gourmet delivers big flavors wrapped in a beautifully delicious package. We got both of the quiches. They were light, creamy and very filling. Our server Chanida was a delight. She made us feel welcomed and taken care of. She deserves a raise. Highly recommend dining here. Author David Moon Books on Amazon ZomoSapienS Scales of Justice read more

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Place was easy to find not to mention the service is so fast. You'll be seated fast and inside is just a happy vibe! everyone smiling at you.. not so common in a resto but you know everyone loves what they're doing and loves to be there. Food is amazing. I love everything. The chicken is so good, juicy and so tasty. I had to request to our host that when I ordered cake to put a candle cause it's my son's birthday. And he prepared it perfectly. My son just graduated Navy and he doesn't want any food until he saw this in yelp and told me he wants to try the French soup HE LOVED IT! We weren't able to celebrate his 18th birthday as he was in booth camp so this was a sweet treat after 10 weeks! Thank you for the experience! read more

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I've been a big fan of Pierrot Gourmet since 2013 when I first came to the States. I really enjoyed every single morning I had spent there, with quality-guaranteed coffee and breakfast. It was close for a while during COViD. Last Christmas during my visit back to Chicago, I was so happy to find its reopening ! The truffled chicken pot pie was Amazing, as well as the cute dessert and London fog!I would consider moving back to Chicago for it lol read more

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I came here in March of 2023 with my parents for breakfast. It recently had reopened since COVID-19 had kept the doors shut so to speak for a long period of time. It is redesigned with a prominent color of green throughout the interior. There are more table options for smaller parties of patrons. The lights are brighter. The food was delicious; however the menu is has only a few options of "authentic" French offerings. They still have a nice bakery and pastry/dessert case. I was a little disappointed that they did not allow offerings at brunch of one of the few French plates which I was told " is only served later" in the day during "lunch." Bummer! read more

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Food is wonderful. All the pastries are tempting and you want to try all of them. Take home some oatmeal cookies. You will not be disappointed. read more

If my recent reviews are anything to go by, I am in my cafe/bakery era. There is just something enjoying a perfectly prepared coffee or tea along with a fresh baked good or salad/sandwich in pleasant, soothing surroundings. Pierrot Gourmet adjoins the Peninsula Chicago hotel. To be honest, this spot had not been on my radar, as it had been closed for a while for an interior remodeling. I had filed it away on my long list of places to try. Last week I was drawn in by a sign for a "coffee happy hour" from 7 am - 9 am. Even though my visit was mid-morning, outside of these hours, I decided to stop in, as a change-up from my usual Starbucks routine. I enjoyed my Americano and was impressed with the assortment of Instagram-worthy desserts. The interior is spotless, and the service was on-point, including the ease of getting the check/paying at the end. I am looking forward to returning to try some of the lunch selections (or splurging on one of the delectable pastries)! read more