50 Best Bakeries near Highland Park

“Food is always fantastic. The avocado toast, the breakfast burritos, and the lunch paninis are bangers, not to mention the brownies (we always grab one to-go).

The owner and employees are all very sweet and the space is vibrant—in the summer the full windows open and it's just a really pleasant spot to grab breakfast or lunch. Would love to see more authentic, small places like this open up and thrive in the North Shore.“

“Wonder French pastries and the best chicken and mushroom quiche“

“Amazing find! Worth the drive. Been wanting to find/try a vegan bakery. Had seen this store come up when searching for options. Today made the drive there. So worth it!!! Choc Chip scone is delicious; good texture, plenty of chips and excellent tasting. Also purchased cinnamon roll. After heating, just incredible! Frosting super delish, dough was great. Anxious to go back, would like to try cupcakes, empanadas and pie. Store is super cute!!! Also, the owner/manager was at an event, not at store today. However, family member there (Mom I think). What a sweet, kind, friendly professional “filler in”. Service is everything!“

“Was at Port Clinton Art Fair, had just gotten Italian ice, and saw these beautiful croissants out of the corner of my eye. I quickly did an about face. The Crème Brûlée croissant 🔥🔥and the Almond Croissant 🥇if you guys already do a Koigin Aman, I need to try it, if you don,t, you should!,Your laminated dough is wonderful & buttery, top notch.“

“This place is a gem! From the moment I walked in, I was blown away by how kind and knowledgeable the staff was. The girl who helped me was so sweet, super patient, and explained everything perfectly. You can really tell they care about the customer experience and make sure you feel comfortable and taken care of. Now let’s talk about the lemonades—WOW. Infused and delicious, it was honestly one of the best lemonades I’ve ever had. And the baked goods? Incredible. Soft, flavorful, and just the right amount of kick. Everything I tried was amazing, and I can’t wait to go back and try more. I seriously love, love, love this place. The staff, the products, the vibe—Blazed Bakery is on point. Thank you for such an awesome experience!“

“Friendly staff who do magnificent work!“

“Best sourdough in Illinois! Great service and a comfortable environment.“

“The bread is out of this world. My personal favorite is the seeded. The pastries are also very good. What a treasure.“

“My company, Epiq Solutions, ordered a custom cake to mimic one of our products. We are an engineering company, so this is no easy task. Central Continental nailed it with the look and the taste! Well done, and thank you!“

“We love these cookies! The chocolate chip is always a family favorite but we like the fun of the variety too. Curbside or delivery service are a huge plus!

Vegetarian options: Dessert!

Parking: Huge lot. Dedicated spots for curbside service.

Kid-friendliness: Nowhere to eat inside. But the flavors are always exciting for the kids. Especially the extras like shark gummies.“

“A beautiful, genuinely French bakery on Central street in Wilmette, within walking distance of all the shops and restaurants in this charming, bustling area. I've been to France, and this is the real thing. I love getting a pastry and an espresso and sitting in the shade at the bistro tables right in front of the shop. Highly recommended!“

“I recently visited this spot and tried the Nova Lox Bagel. While the bagel itself was fresh and well-toasted, the salmon was a letdown. Nova lox is typically known for being less salty than regular smoked salmon, but in this case, it was overly salty and overwhelmed the other flavors. The toppings, like cream cheese, capers, and onions, were well-balanced, but the saltiness of the salmon really detracted from the overall experience.

I also decided to try the apricot cookie, but that turned out to be a mistake. I was surprised to learn it cost nearly $5—far more than I expected for a single cookie. Unfortunately, the taste was disappointing; it was so unpalatable that I couldn’t even finish it. The texture was dense and off-putting, and the apricot flavor was barely there. It felt like a waste of money, and I left feeling dissatisfied.

The prices were reasonable for the bagel, but the quality didn’t fully match my expectations. As for the cookie, it was overpriced and not worth trying again. Overall, a mixed experience—there’s potential, but the execution fell short.“

“Everything here is incredibly delicious! I guarantee that anything you try you will love! ☺️ I have been getting my cakes from Gourmet Frog for over 15 years, and from my wedding day to just because I was having a bad day and needed a little treat, it's always a hit! I can't recommend froggies enough! (What I endearingly call them ?)“

“Worked with them for our wedding cake. I am gluten free but not many of my guest were, they suggested doing a GF topper and regular cake for the bottom two layers. They also suggested making the two types of cakes different so that the servers would have a visual distinction between GF and regular. I really appreciated them being able to accommodate my diet and also offer advice for my event. Of course the cake was beautifully decorated and absolutely delicious, our guests raved about it all night.“

“These bagels are amazing!! My friend brought me some when she visited in Alaska, and now I'm rationing them every day so they last longer! 💕🥯💕“

“Very nice, very friendly store with a great selection of bundt cakes in various sizes. Go and enjoy, you deserve it...“

“We drove from Genoa City Wisconsin because we heard how delicious everything was. We were NOT disappointed. The meat on our sandwiches, one corned beef and one pastrami, was piled high! Homemade brined pickles and bakery items exceeded our expectations. Worth the drive and we will be back.“

“Jorge, the owner, is an amazing person. We were looking for a cake larger than what was available, and despite it being close to closing time, he went above and beyond to make one for us within an hour. The cake turned out delicious! I highly recommend this small business for their exceptional customer service.“

“Great place for finding a gift or sweet treat! They do have coffee -- I just haven't tried any. I usually get lost in the merchandise because it is so interesting and varied - and not overly expensive! You can't help but buy a gift or two for yourself as well.....“

“I have never had their treats here due to sensitive teeth but my review will be on the customer service I receive. I deliver for Uber eats and every time I come into Molly’s to pick up a order I’m always greeted by the most nice kind hearted staff. You can tell they are the most genuine people. I always leave super happy because of how nice they are. All of the treats in this store look very tasty and I most definitely recommend this location any time I can.“

“absolutely delicious!!!!!!!!“

“Great corner for watching Evanston go by.“

“Everything is so delicious and healthy! I recommend the beet humus and crackers and the pb&j power balls!“

“Cutest yummiest cookies… totally worth the visit“

“Chicken and Waffles!!!! Now that there’s a loyalty program I’m going to bring more friends there.“

“Ordered a Tres Leche Cake fora Mexican party. Sandy who helped me was terrific, very helpful. Carlos also. Sandy asked if I wanted anything written on cake I said fiesta. When I went to pick it up, the 1/4 sheet looked like it had been decorated by professionals. It was just so very beautifully decorated I could not believe it . So much much more than just the word fiesta. Taste people could not get enough, everyone just loved it. Not too sweet perfect & The price was way under what it should have been. I am sorry I did it photo it. I also bought a cookie for my ride home, just yummy.“

“These aren’t just cookies! They are a MEAL😊 Kudos to Carol’s Cookies for creating masterpieces!“

“Haven't been here in years! Got some tasty sandwiches and sweets today! Everything sill fresh and always beautiful in here. Lots of options!“

“I highly recommend this place for all kinds of events you have 👍You give order and trust me your order is EXACTLY WHAT YOU WANT IT 👍Order anything special and you have it 👍👍TRUST ME . My experience is Here.JUST ORDER!! Count on MARIA BAKERY 🤍🤍👍👍“

“As a busy working, traveling mom, I was trying to plan my precious daughter’s sixth birthday party when I was out of town and was in a bind because I didn’t order a cake I envisioned in advance. The bakery called me back promptly as I was sitting at the airport in Boston, I sent over a picture of the unicorn cake I envisioned, and they had it ready along with 2 dozen cupcakes that day! Also ordered their butter cookies and the broffee and it was all a huge hit with our guests. Thanks again for coming to the rescue. My daughter and her friends absolutely fell in love with the magical unicorn cake.“

“I tried the donuts from Mini Donut Factory, and it was unforgettable! These little masterpieces literally melt in your mouth—fresh, fluffy, and incredibly delicious. If you’re looking for something special to treat yourself or your loved ones, this is the place. Highly recommend!“

“Just popping on here to say I really like this Crumbl location! I’ve been a big fan of Crumbl for about 4 years now and this location always has consistently great treats. The employees at this Vernon Hills Crumbl are always friendly. I’ve had some nice, light-hearted experiences during order pickup, and they’ve always been efficient and professional, too. I’m easily giving them 5 stars — without hesitation!“

“We love Cupitol at all hours of the day, but weekend brunch is the best. Food is top notch, service is fast, and Dylan makes our day.“

“Sales rep who helped me was very friendly and helpful. Very personable service!!! Highly recommend❗️❗️❗️“

“Todo esta muy rico ademas se sus antojitos 🌮, reposteria y mas yo regresó 😋😋“

“Very good recipe and good taste.“

“Huge thank you to Cindy! My baby was sleeping in the car and I didn’t want to wake her. I paid over the phone and cindy ran it out to my car. Great service!“

“Great thrift, bake shop and cafe! Haven’t visited the other services yet!“

“Everything is so FRESH and delicious! My favorite are the cheese pies. My only complaint is there aren't more locations 😍😍😍😍“

“Sugarie Bakerie has a vast selection of fantastic cookies with dense flavor. Like a Ben & Jerrys cookie.😋 And of course Hillary is a pleasure to be around.“

“Nice and tasty and a great gluten free option“

“These ladies saved the day! I had a horrible experience with another shop and called them in a panic! And not only were they polite and kind to me, they went above and beyond to meet my needs! Would recommend ! 10 out of 10!! Special thanks to Christy!“

“I am now in love & have found my new little favorite bakery. When I walked in I thought it was the cutest little shop ever. So bright & clean. So many cute little gift items, even for your pampered pooch. I bought 2 dozen variety mini bundts and they were sooooo delicious and very moist. The cream cheese frosting was out of the world. The presentation was awesome. I loved how they put a card inside each box so everyone knew what they were eating. I will definitely be back.“

“The chocolate croissants and raisin loaf are my favorite. I always loved the service as well from the Korean family that runs it. Today, though, it looked like nobody from the family was there, and the clerks looked so unhappy being there. I don't need that much pleasing from a French bakery, though, so it is still a 5 star from me.“

“Great food and inviting atmosphere. Staff is friendly, very helpful and accommodating. Now until August 20th. 1/2 priced breakfast and lunch. Hours 8-3 everyday of the week.“

“(Translated by Google) It is a company that has the highest standards of cleanliness, is very modern and offers the best products for the food industry.(Original)Es una empresa que tiene los más altos estándares de limpieza, muy moderna y ofrece los mejores productos para la industria alimenticia.“

“I love Matt's chocolate chip cookies warmed in the microwave. Delicious!!“

“So glad I tried and continue to enjoy Maria’s Italian Bakery and Cafe! This authentic spot offers wonderful service and excellent quality menu items— highly recommend!“

“Omg where are the crowds? The lines? Better than Chinatown. 6 am here is the best kept secret in Evanston. It’s a mile walk from my place so I can walk off all those pastries. Dubai mochi donut was delicious. If you’re gluten free they have good coffee, fruit cups and macaroons. Just go!“

“(Translated by Google) Very rich champurrado and Atole de Nuez, the cakes are very tasty and the service is very good in general.(Original)Muy rico champurrado y Atole de Nuez, los pasteles esta bien ricos y el servicio muy bueno en general.“