- 115 N. Wabash Ave., The Loop
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 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
A former police officer of 25 years, owner Donna Adams found it nearly impossible to find good eats along her North Side beat, but when plans fell through to op... READ MORE
This cozy neighborhood cafe and restaurant resides on a quiet residential street in Bucktown. In the morning, you’ll find European-style coffee, which is roaste... 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
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
With the smell of cookies baking, comfortable chairs and board games, this Wrigleyville place has a homey feel. It's also a bit bohemian; you never know when a... READ MORE
This comfortable cafe offers live music (acoustic, folk and jazz) on most Mondays, sells coffee in bulk and is a quiet respite for a light lunch. Jalan Jalan, a... READ MORE
This Mag Mile mainstay got a facelift in 2008, so it no longer works country kitchen kitsch quite the way it used to. These days, you can expect a more modern, ... READ MORE
This cozy coffee spot in West Town has become a neighborhood fave with its delicious snacks and quiet atmosphere. READ MORE
The folks from The Wormhole Coffee are behind this pastry-centered Lincoln Park cafe. In early 2012, there was a full interior renovation to add more open space... 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
Baker Rida Shahin, whose creations can be found at a handful of popular restaurants around town, is behind this European-style bakery in West Town. The house sp... READ MORE
Cassava bread rolls, a popular snack in Colombia, Ecuador and Brazil, are the staple at this counter-service bakery and cafe in Wrigleyville. The all-natural ro... READ MORE
This pie cafe, which got its start as a food truck, now serves its pies whole or by the slice and locally roasted coffee in Logan Square. Pies rotate based on s... 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
This Lincoln Park spot from State Farm (yes, the insurance company) with a cafe produced in partnership with Kickstand and Dollop Coffee Co., was designed to be... READ MORE
One of the only places in Chicago to find Hawaiian coffee, this national chain has set up shop in the Southport Corridor, serving up roasty, flavorful brews. Pu... READ MORE