Leonidas Cafe Chocolaterie

A huge selection of chocolate, pastries, and coffee. And a very cozy place

Happened to walk by shop on the way to somewhere else and thought “I tried these in Paris and they were terrible” But I thought “How can they be bad? They’re Belgian, been in business forever, it had to have been a fluke” So. I went in and bought 4 chocolates and they were horrible. Honestly inedible. I don’t understand.

Food was good hot chocolate was good, other location in Northbrook was excellent definitely worth the drive to really enjoy your experience.

Order a hot chocolate and it was unbelievably sweet! I couldn’t even drink it! I even gave it to my sister in law who loves sweet and even she couldn’t drink it! I wonder if there was issue with the drink that was give to me. On the plus side the staff were extremely friendly and the ambience of the restaurant was very nice.

A piece of Belgium in Lincoln Park! If you love a Belgian chocolates and are looking for something authentic, this is the place for you. Anyone who is a true fan of Belgian chocolates will absolutely love going here to eat in the cafe and then take some chocolates for themselves at home or as a present.

My friend and I stopped by to grab four drinks, and some food, the guy who took our order wasn’t super friendly but got everything in our order correct. We got a chocolate crepe to-go but it was given to us on a plate so we had to ask for it to-go again, and then we left without our croissant bc it wasn’t out with our drinks, crepe when our order was ready. I will say they should ask for a name because I wasn’t sure whose order was who’s because the guy had made two other drinks that I wasn’t sure if they were mine. I did call bc we were too far in our car to turn back for the croissant when realizing we didn’t have it and the woman was very nice, and refunded us right away, we checked and received the refund. That right there is what will make us come back, that and the caramel hot chocolate is the best hot chocolate I’ve ever had (I’ve had a lot, I’m pregnant and craving!!) and my friend said the iced caramel macchiato was the best she’s ever had as well. We will definitely come back during winter time to enjoy a hot beverage and pastry.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 3

Service: 5

Their crepes are consistently delicious.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Delicious pastries. Nice place with a lot space.

These are the best chocolates I have ever had!

Holy crap, why haven't I been coming here everyday? The selection is sweet and savory. I am here for lunch for the second time and am purchasing savory crepes, but last time I had the fig croissant sandwich (prosciutto, brie, heaven) and I had to come back to try other options. The pricing is super reasonable for the area. Highly recommend for breakfast and lunch!

Great little local place!

I spent some time staying in downtown Chicago working with IT programming LLMs and visited this location several times during my visit. I never had a problem with a polite and kind young gentleman who works there, until one day a young woman with glasses, brown braided hair, and tattoos on her forearm and wrist threw the service out the window.

I had ordered my hot chocolate, and I noticed her spill my order onto my laptop and damage my computer with the AI algorithm on it. I asked her to replace my order with something, and told her specifically to "Surprise me" in order to gauge where their head is at, at 9am.

I received a coffee instead of hot chocolate, and I cannot have caffeine in my system while programming in preparation for work, or at work.

I did not appreciate the service at this location that day, and I wish that management would provide more oversight on their employees within my city.

Food was really good! Also the lady and the guy working today were really nice! We felt very welcomed here. Will definitely come back again! Thank you!!

Went in for a late breakfast at Leonidas at 1964 N Halsted St, in chicago.
We experienced fabulous service from a young lady named Katie.
She was patient as we picked various meals and drinks.
She was clearly knowledgeable and super friendly.
She came to our table several times to check on us.
I sampled my sister’s hot chocolate.
Wow! Highly recommend.
All told, we will be back again.
Oh……we got some macaroons.
Also amazing.

Good, decadent hot chocolate. Perfect for warming up on a cold winter day

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5