- 2229 N. Clybourn Ave., Lincoln Park
A petite slice of France has emerged in Lincoln Park, where Toulouse native Dimitri Fayard and his Chicago-born wife Keli, also a pastry chef, have opened Vanil... READ MORE
A petite slice of France has emerged in Lincoln Park, where Toulouse native Dimitri Fayard and his Chicago-born wife Keli, also a pastry chef, have opened Vanil... READ MORE
This cupcake boutique got its start as an online-only bakeshop before launching this retail outlet in the heart of the Loop. In the morning, try apple-cinnamon,... READ MORE
This cozy family-owned bakery in Lincoln Square offers Colombian, Spanish and other Latin American breads and desserts (special-occasion cookies and cakes can b... READ MORE
In the morning, try apple-cinnamon, blueberry-vanilla and other flavored breakfast cupcakes-- if you're not in the mood for a sugar overload before noon, they'l... READ MORE
Entrepreneur Philip Tadros (founder of Dollop and Kickstand Espresso Bar and partner of Next Door Cafe) is behind this Lakeview coffee spot, located just next d... READ MORE
This independent local coffee shop specializes in unique coffee blends from around the world. They also offer smoothies, gelato, baked goods and a juice bar. READ MORE
Crepes are in order at this tiny Elmhurst cafe, with traditional sweet and breakfast options. The savory menu is lined with options like the "veggie" with spina... READ MORE
This Glenview cafe serves up classic diner fare like French toast and waffles for breakfast and sandwiches like Cuban paninis, avocado swiss burgers and New Yor... READ MORE
During the day, this Pilsen coffee bar serves caffeine in various forms: straight up, with cream or steamed milk and toppings along with classic coffee shop lun... READ MORE
The crew behind Telegraph Wine Bar opened this wood-fired bagel, pizza and pasta restaurant right next door in the former Ciao Napoli spot. Bagels, made in the ... READ MORE
This nonprofit eatery is located in the Lillstreet Art Center. The quick-serve cafe features a frequently changing menu of soups, salads, sandwiches and dessert... READ MORE
Pastry chef Naomi Levine, who has been selling her luxe line of specialty cakes and other sweet treats for delivery, pickup or shipping since 2004, has opened a... READ MORE
Foodstuffs gourmet supermarket offers a constantly shifting variety of comfort dishes; it's a great stop for diners looking for restaurant- quality food but fee... READ MORE
Pastry chefs Phoebe Walters and Kate McNamara, the duo behind this Boystown bakery, formerly Phoebe's Cupcakes, have expanded from a cupcake shop to a full-fled... READ MORE
A contender for best banh mi spot in the city, this tiny shop in Lincoln Square serves the classic Vietnamese sandwiches on fresh baguettes baked in-house. The ... READ MORE
You won't find cupcakes or other American staple sweets at this Gold Coast bakery. Hendrickx’s menu focuses strictly on Belgian baked goods, including square-to... READ MORE
A Chinatown outpost of this family-owned Vietnamese eatery in Uptown serves its well-loved barbecue pork, ham and other French-Vietnamese sandwiches, or banh mi... READ MORE
How do you take your coffee? This shop serves it in a variety of styles, including cone brewing and pour-over. Rounding out the menu are classic espresso drinks... READ MORE
This independently-owned coffee shop serves local baked goods and a variety of flavored juices. READ MORE
The Oak Park location of the popular Bucktown bakery cranks out the same lineup of high-quality baked goods as the original. The sweet tooth can indulge in a wh... READ MORE