50 Best Bakeries in Chicago

“We stumbled upon an incredible pizza company at Off Color Brewing. Four large squares of pizza, mix and match, boasting a variety of flavors that left us super impressed. As newcomers to the area from the Pacific Northwest, we've been eager to explore different styles of pizza, including deep dish and more. This particular pizza experience stood out as one of the best we've encountered so far! Not only is it reasonably priced, but the fun and inventive flavors, like cacio e pepper, added an exciting twist we hadn't tried before. The leftover slices even made for a perfect Sunday breakfast. We can't recommend it enough!“

“Love Kasama! I’ve been back each time I visit the city and the breakfast is banging. I know the sandwich + hash-brown is iconic and a must try but their other food is equally as delicious. Would highly recommend ordering online to skip the line if you don’t plan to eat inside.“

“We stopped in today on a tip and what a delicious treat! Highly recommend!“

“Our server was amazing! Had a wonderful time ❤️“

“Their bread, pastries, and cakes are out of this world. The flavors they’re able to deliver without too much sweetness is a refreshing change in a bakery. I go as often as I can.“

“Just incredible. There are no words for how impressive this bakery is. The owner is an absolute angel, the desserts are insanely delicious and the aesthetic is perfect. This is my go to for any special occasions. I even have non vegan friends/family that request Pie Pie for their birthdays. I cannot recommend supporting this business enough. My personal favorite flavors are banana split, chocolate strawberry, and nutter butter.“

“Best Donuts zi have ever had.“

“Small interior, but very nice outdoor patio space to eat at. Started with the chicken pot pie. Nice crispy crust and a great balance of peas, carrots, and chicken. Great flavors but the chicken was a little overcooked messing with the overall texture of the pie filling. The reason I came was to try a sweet pie and ended up getting the chocolate pud’n. The pudding and cocoa whipped cream had perfect consistencies with the pudding being slightly thicker. Dark chocolate curls on top being a nice touch and everything being encompassed by the crust which reminded me of brownie brittle. The slice was not overly sweet but gave me all the chocolate flavor I needed. Can’t wait to come back and try some of their other sweet pies as well the mushroom pot pie.“

“Great comfort food. Delicious meatloaf. Staff was courteous and prompt. Definitely recommend“

“My favorite all time bakery. Been going to the Uptown location for 20 years and never dissappointed. LOVE IT LOVE IT LOVE IT“

“I love this place. I'm from a neighboring state so I stock up on the vegan pan when I'm in town ?. My only regret is not buying more. Love this place. Definitely call ahead if you want certain vegan pans to make sure they're in stock.Vegetarian options: Vegan bread has its own cabinet near the back.“

“I have no doubt his place is going to be amazing.“

“Honestly can’t say enough good things about Kristoffers. They made my wedding cake and I only get their tres leches for my birthday every year. It’s so so soft and delicious with the perfect amount of sweetness in each bite. I really like the coconut tres leches but my personal favorite is just the regular one. Really enjoy the Chocoflan, regular flan, house salad, and their pastries are always fresh! But if you’re in the area you MUST stop by for a sliceAlso highly highly recommend their lemonade, my mouth is watering just thinking of it right now. The owners are such a kind, sweet couple who make great conversation and always make you feel welcome.Parking: free street parking off to the side if you’re fast enough“

“Cheap, fresh, and delicious Chinese pastries. They also sell a few dim sum items, I recommend the siu mai (steamed pork and shrimp dumplings). The BBQ pork buns are a classic and the Portuguese egg tarts are a must when fresh. Bring cash and be prepared to wait in line on the weekends.“

“I was walking by and saw this place and decided to try it; I'd never seen it before nor eaten anything from it because I hadn't been in the area for several years and it didn't exist back then. I got a biscuit and it was perfect. I've had lots of biscuits over the years and this was among the best. The decor is really cute and the place is like a gem along Grand. I will definitely go back and try the other baked goods. I should've taken a picture but I was too busy enjoying the biscuit :)“

“We just visited the brand new Wicker Park location on Pierce around the corner from the Damen Blue Line stop. The pastries we tried (pistachio croissant and various biscotti) were incredible. The staff and owner Ciro were so welcoming in their new beautiful establishment. So many delicious authentic Italian options to choose from!“

“Driving by with some friends and we noticed this spot and decided to stop by since we're bánh mi aficionados. The number 1 special was fantastic. My only critique on the banh mi is that the bread was a bit crunchy so it scraped the roof of my mouth pretty good but I'll pay that price anytime. Definitely hitting this place up whenever I'm in town again.“

“new favorite cafe!! love everything about this place, from the staff to the pastries and coffee. the girl that took my order was so sweet and when i was leaving another worker even gave me a free canele! i got the iced lavender latte with oat milk, my first time trying a lavender latte and it was so good! if you like the flavor of tea, you will love it. i also got an artichoke and cheese pastry (unfortunately forgot the name...), a nice portion of tasty artichoke and warm flakiness that made me want more. theres a small nice seating area on the main floor and i spent an hour getting some work done, there isnt much noice or chaos so its a good place to relax or bring some friends. as i was leaving, i took two passionfruit tarts for my family to try. i will say though the pastries are a bit pricey but the pretty presentations and ingredients make it worth it i think, especially if youre just treating yourself to something good. also consider parking because most of the spots around the area are full!“

“deliciosos churros y crujientes.“

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“So I am a frequent customer of Metric Coffee (which is hands down my favorite coffee shop in Chicago and possibly ever.) one day I took a chance on grabbing one of their brite pastries, and PTL I did because it was one of the flakiest and buttery biscuit I've ever had. I've gone on to have their ham and cheese pastry (which uses béchamel sauce..drool worthy) and their tomato pesto pastry which is legit some of the best pesto I've ever tasted. Bottom line this company knows what they are doing and is ahhhhhmazing.“

“What an absolutely wonderful experience! The people working were helpful, kind and full of suggestions. We got a tiramisu "cookie" which had the texture of a moon pie, not sweet, just perfect in flavor. The brioche with sausage, egg, cheese paired perfectly with a coffee. The shortbread with dark chocolate, sea salt and strawberries was delightful. Lastly, the chocolate chip, sea salt and tahini cookie was a pleasant surprise. Overall, I'm definitely coming back. For those flavors it was worth every penny.“

“Lovely spot with very unique dishes that are delicious. Always crowded, reservations recommended. Dress up a little, because people look nice here. Highly recommend.“

“Absolutely delicious! So light and airy with amazing flavors! Plus friendly service. The lady that helped me was also very sweet to my dog, she even came around to pet her and give her a treat. (She made sure to wash her hands immediately after!) I'll be back!“

“This place is our new favorite for a casual brunch/lunch. We've been a few times now; the food is always out of this world good, we love the setup and service, and enjoy peeking at the grocery & bakery items — we'll have to try those next.“

“I am sure that you will love to hear the story behind what is today La Malinche Coffee and Tea. And I think it's important to support local small businesses. BTW.. The apple Brie is my favorite panini there.. sweet and salty at the same time.“

“I was parking and saw a crowd of people hovering around a storefront like they were waiting for doors to open for the Nordstrom Semi Annual Sale! Thus, I had to walk over and see what all the fuss was about. Tons of people were waiting outside in the cold for pastries. I looked at the menu on the window and noticed all the pastries are gluten free and they have a large selection of vegan options! There were so many vegan options that I bared the cold trying to make a decision. I settled on the vegan brownie. The staff were all friendly and processed orders quickly. While walking, I tasted a piece of the vegan brownie. It was simply, AMAZING! I can’t wait to go back and try other vegan pastry options.“

“I ordered these cookies on DoorDash, so I can’t speak on the atmosphere. I was not ready for what was delivered. There should be a rule of getting more than two cookies because I could barely have the one that I had. Each one was uniquely amazing and I was only upset at the fact I ate real food before.This is for sure a guilty pleasure reward after a hard day of work in the field.“

“Yum! Love a bao place. I think everything we got here was good. Cute atmosphere. Lots of natural textures and fun art. You place your order on the one side and can go through to the other to sit and eat. Got a London Fog Tea Latte too, but it wasn't the strong pick-me-up I needed. If you don't prefer strong teas, this might be a nice one to try.“

“Always a solid, delicious sandwich. The owner is a feminine force, sweetheart and also tough. Always a line out the door, expect to wait 20 minutes for your sandwich when it’s busy. But you get to wait and people watch, so that makes it interesting. Feels very much like a cool neighborhood place.Forget nasty potbelly’s, why aren’t you here?!!!OG Chicago vibes“

“The freshest, and most delicious desserts that I’ve ever purchased. The customer service was amazing, and the prices are incredibly reasonable. Highly recommend!“

“Vietnamese people support Vietnamese people, but no matter what, it must be evaluated as such.The banh mi and pork sausage are just average and cannot be called the best.As for the roasted pork, it still hasn't reached perfection, but if you crave ?, you can eat it for now.You can eat rice and wine, but you can't eat them.Food is a bit less than before.But still support.(Forgot to take pictures)“

“Stopped in after visiting DePaul. They have the most delicious cookies, bars and pie. Their Keylime pie is amazing and I absolutely love their Cherry Apple pie.“

“I recently tried this place because I was told that the tres leches cake from here was SO good, they weren’t wrong! My whole family loved it and finished the leftovers the next day (we usually don’t finish cake leftovers till days later)! We ordered the vanilla tres leches and it was the perfect amount of moisture and sweetness, it did not disappoint! DEFINITELY recommend!“

“We had the Passionfruit Merguine pie and Coconut Cream pie and they were both amazing. The sourness of the Passionfruit hit you in the back of the jaw in a very good way. The Coconut was flavorful but light, a perfect balance. They also have selections of coffee available but we decided against it due to our plans for the night. I'm very happy we decided to come here for dessert.“

“loved everything! best espresso and avocado toast. well definitely be back.“

“Absolutely delicious. I went on a Sunday morning so there was a bit of a wait (roughly 15 minutes), but it was so worth it! I chose the vodka sauce, basil and Parmesan bialy and the labneh cheesecake danish. Both were to die for and I will definitely be returning!“

“Great brew!! Pancakes were the bomb!!“

“The food is excellent. However, there was only one person taking orders and serving, so we had to wait a while for our food. A great place for a relaxing lunch.Vegetarian options: The summer omelet and the Athena omelet were both delicious, filled with lots of veggies. The eggplant, pea, and potato varenyky were very good. The desserts were scrumptious, so be sure to leave room for dessert.Parking: Many of the nearby streets require a residential sticker.“

“I went there craving for something sweet after 6 PM on Friday. Ordered a chocolate brioche, a coconut chocolate chip caramel cookie and a chocolate cookie. Everything seemed to be freshly baked, unexpectedly heavy, and full of filling, so it took the two of us three days to consume this good stuff. And I never had an issue with a lack of appetite.I personally prefer less sweet options, but these cookies are not as sweet as traditional American staples, and I appreciate that. If you want a cookie so packed with stuff it becomes a bit overpowering, the coconut one is a good choice. Not complaining though. It fed the two of us.Brioche was a bit too thick for my taste, but it was also good.The service that I experienced is what I assume to be typical for Chicago: slightly poker-faced and nonchalant but not rude or anything like that.I would give this bakery another try for the items that I haven’t eaten yet.“

“My favorite Mochinut so far!!!! ?They're eager to help you and if you're indecisive like me then that's a huge help!!!! I wnjoyed the recommendations and so far they're my new FAVORITE items!!!!!! The Ube Donut and Hot Cheetos with Beef Sausage and Cheese with avocado sauce are what I got and really enjoyed!“

“Big Fat Cookie is amazing! Not only are the cookies delicious but the people who work there are so kind. I needed cookies delivered as a gift to some folks and wanted a hand written note. I reached out to their team and they helped me achieve exactly what I wanted. I love their product so much!“

“North Shore Bakery Rocks!! I have been going to this amazing Bakery since High School and let me tell you..... I love the bagels, challah bread, and cinnamon coffee cake. They make the best baked goods in town. I wanted to mention and recognize Ayellet for her hard work and dedication to the business and her customers. When I go into the store for my baked goods I always get a welcome with a smile. North Shore Bakery always makes me feel like I am there only customer they have! Thank you for your amazing selections, presentation, and kind approach to the art of baking and customer service! It does not go unnoticed. Thank you for continuing to be open during these difficult times we are facing.“

“I love the fresh food , reasonable prices and how polite and helpful the ladies are. I have been going to this bakery for over 18 years. I moved far from it, and I drive an hour to come buy from there.“

“Unexpectedly medium good coffee. Little bit of a bitter "robusta" beans flavor. Metropolis usually sells mass market coffee that is no good. Many varieties of signature drinks ?. They have many pastry like a donuts and muffins. The coffee shop is not cozy and not convenient.“

“Nice, upscale (Western style) bakery. Came in for a birthday cake that start at $42 for a small, ready cake. Interesting flavor combinations. Picked the strawberry lychee cake that had some fresh strawberries and was very moist with a layer of fresh lychee "sauce/puree" incorporated. Good variety of fresh macaroons to choose from. Located in Chinatown Square Mall on Archer with access to the store from inside the mall as well as the Archer St side.Parking: Perimeter metered street parking around the mall.“

“Absolutely great. I really enjoyed their tiramisu.“

“Amazing authentic delicious Italian pastries. I am from Florida, I stopped on my way to the airport. Florida does not have any Italian pastry shops. I could not believe the low prices“

“This restaurant has the best hummus and lentil soup in a 50 mile radius. Everything on the menu is perfection. But the Lentil soup is one of my secret beauty tips.. eat it every day and your skin will be so soft!! It's gotta be the perfect olive oil they use. The house salad no meat is my other favorite thing on the menu. They have a drink for everyone. They've got two kinds of syrup. The rose water syrup is perfect in a coffee with no cream or tons of cream. The orange blossom syrup is great with the tea. They are attached to a little grocery, and the little grocery store has a special yogurt drink. The plain drink goes great with the soup. A perfect light lunch. I couldn't love this place more!!!“

“I’ve been loving Loba’s pineapple sourdough muffins. They are beyond delicious! I’m not vegan, but these vegan pastries are life changing! I also am a big fan of their cold brew. This Christmas, I decided to try their take-n-bake kouign-amann; and OMG my family and I were IN LOVE with the Ham & Gruyere kouign-amann! I will need to reorder this again next year!! 100% recommend!“