Bennison's Bakeries
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Bennison's Bakeries has been making high-quality cakes, artisan breads and European-style pastries since 1938. The bakery was founded by Larry Bennison, who became known for his devotion to using fresh products, including buttermilk and cream, when other bakeries began taking shortcuts. All breads here are hand-crafted, using natural ingredients and lengthy fermentation time. Owned by the father-and-son team of Guy and Jory Downer since 1968, Bennison's remains committed to quality. Jory, a certified master baker, and his U.S. team won the the prestigious 2005 Coupe du Monde de la Boulangerie (translates to "world cup of baking") in Paris, the equivalent of the Olympics for bakers.
Getting There
- Cross Streets:
- Davis St. and Maple St.
- Parking:
- Paid Lot and Street Parking Difficult. Street Parking Difficult: metered.
- Public Transportation:
- Purple Line Train: Davis Stop.
- Wheelchair Access:
- Yes
The Basics
- Hours:
- 6 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 6 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Saturday; 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday.
- Meals Served:
- Breakfast, Dinner, and Lunch
- Price Range:
- $$$ ($16-$25)
- Smoking:
- No
- Restaurant Style:
- Bakery
- Audience:
- Families
Features
- Carryout:
- Yes
- ATM:
- Yes. One block north.
- Live Music:
- No
- Features:
- On-site Merchandise. Baked goods. No children's menu. No buffet.
- Specialties:
- Artisan breads, hand-made croissants, European pastries, cakes.
- Payment Methods:
- Mastercard and Visa
- Delivery:
- Yes
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"Delicious, Quality Cakes and Pastries"
mdm719 from Evanston - July 29, 2008
I have been purchasing cakes and cookies here for years. They are always delicious!
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