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4.5 (384 reviews)
InexpensiveBakeries, Cupcakes
Open • 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Updated 1 month ago

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Beautiful Rainbow Cake with six layers - tastes as good as it looks!
W K.

My family members said it was one of the best cakes they've had! I ordered my first cake from Bake last month and just ordered two more. I had ordered the Rainbow Cake. Ordering online and picking up in-store was seamless. The Rainbow Cake was beautiful and delicious. Note: We did not find it to be a super sweet and sugary-tasting cake.

Quiche
Lisa M.

This place is super cute. Super pink. Super femme. Love the whole aesthetic! Only a few tables, but it seems like most folks take it to go anyway. A full wall of quirky cards. Candles that look like baked goods. Other adorable home knick knacks and books. I don't know how someone could go in and not feel their mood perk up. Ordering was easy and no-fuss. Super quick and also very nice to us even while our younger little was hopping some wiggles out. What we got: Quiche (the daily was a sausage and broccoli) - I don't think I have ever had a quiche this style before. It was so so good. Huge portion that can easily split between two people. The egg was so custardy. And the crust was so flaky. It was more like a puff pastry or amazingly buttery pie dough. I think any quiche they make would be delicious. Even our kid kept wanting more ... and that's with broccoli y'all! Surefire way to get a kid veggies is through this magical quiche. Get it. 11/10 -- highly recommend.

Aesha E.

WOW. I had never heard of Bake but it's nowhere near my own neighborhood so I guess perhaps that's why. But after being treated to a cupcake from here, I am a fan. I had a chocolate cupcake and it seemed to be equal parts cake and buttercream--I had to study the thing for a moment to figure out the best way to eat it to minimize mess, haha. The cake was perfectly moist and the buttercream was so freaking good. I'm not a fan of overly sweet icing, but a good buttercream is delicious and this was the latter. It's about a half mile from the cafe where I attend a new mom's group, so I stopped by one Wednesday morning to get a couple cupcakes for later that day. I got chocolate caramel one (it was the frosting that had that combo) and a chocolate with chocolate frosting. The chocolate one was a bit disappointing--it didn't have buttercream but more of a sugary icing. But the chocolate caramel was good. My birthday is looming so we got a cake from here to celebrate. In addition to cupcakes, they have cards, books, coffee drinks, and other sweets. I love that they sell special birthday candles, too. Service was friendly and quick, and though parking is street only there was plenty when I was here (but maybe that's just the joys of a late Wednesday morning). I'd recommend it to anyone looking for delicious, drool-worthy dessert.

Hannah H.

Bake is such a cute place! When you walk in, you see greeting cards, tea concoctions, tea towels, books, handpainted ceramicware, and other various gift items that you can purchase. We came here after having lunch in the area, and we ordered several cookies and a tart - my favorite was the Pretzel Chocolate Chip, but the Raspberry Cookie, the sugar cookie (we got the one that was an octopus!), and the berry tart were all good, too. Be sure to check out their social media, as they're pretty good in updating it and showcasing their seasonal or limited edition bites! Note that the baked goods here get sold out quick, so it's best to come earlier in the day! Service was very warm, friendly, and welcoming! There are tables inside, but there is a patio in the back, too, with some tables and chairs. Metered street parking available. +baked items get sold out quickly! +tasty cookies +friendly service +metered street parking available

Rhubarb-strawberry galette
Cernan C.

Pulled up to Bake on North Ave and grabbed their rhubarb-strawberry galette. The galette was spot-on: flaky, buttery crust hugging the perfect sweet-tart berry filling that tasted like a summer sunrise.The staff still greeted me warm and friendly--it felt like I was part of the neighborhood scene. No fuss, just top-tier bakery goodness that holds its own. Already can't wait to come back and try their pies or cakes next time.

4 inch cookies and cream cake
Allegra A.

I can't believe I've never written a review for Bake! We've gotten countless cakes and desserts from here and THEY'RE ALL SO GOOD! Be warned the buttercream very rich! *cue drooling* Extremely reasonably priced and is our go to place for desserts for any occasion. My personal favorite is their cookie dough cake, but we've also tried their cookies and cream, rainbow, Nutella and s'mores which are all good as well. Cakes have to be ordered 48 business hours in advance but if you walk in during open hours they have a variety of cupcakes and pastries and other desserts available for take out. Do yourself a favor and go to Bake!

Joneice B.

Came here one morning after an appointment nearby. I have been wanting to try this location for a while. I grabbed chocolate cupcake for my husband and a sprinkle sugar cookie for myself. I didn't end up getting coffee because quite frankly they weren't that friendly there. The treats that we got were really good and paired well with coffee at home. I enjoyed the baked products, would love to come sit on their outside patio area. Hopefully the next time I visit the staff will be a little bit more welcoming. Felt like the customer service was that of an Italian beef shop and not a bakery. However we all have bad days so I will try it again.

Beautiful display!
Ariana G.

Was in the neighborhood visiting my doctor and I wanted to treat myself afterwards. I love exploring local pastry shops to fulfill my sweet tooth. This place is the cutest! I loved all the decor inside. They sell more than just sweets, coffee, and tea. They have things like candles, cards, books, etc. that you wouldn't be able to find anywhere else. The walls are lively with patterned wrapping! I felt happy vibes inside. Pastries: They have so many yummy options to choose from - croissants, quiche, cookies, cupcakes, and more! I knew for sure that I wanted a cookie so I opted for the oreo cookie that made my mouth drool just looking at it. You can tell more butter than flour was used in making this cookie, which is what I prefer in a cookie. It was so good, it just melted in my mouth. For some variety, I also decided to try their lemon scone because why not? I'm not a huge fan of scones but I do love lemon in pastries. I wish the lemon flavor was a little stronger. Don't be fooled by the amount of icing on top because honestly it wasn't as sweet as it looks. Overall happy with my visit because it was just the kind of pick-me-up I needed for the week. Plus the cashier who checked me out was so sweet and nice! Great service!

Tina N.

Cake cake cake Experience through email correspondence: - Best service and response - Images shown, replica made - Timely and professional - How many people will it feed? - Nursing school program graduation as BSN - Friend's happiness = Priceless Thank you, Jennifer!

Latifah A.

Such a cute bakery with delicious cakes!! I'll be back for more occasions. They also sell adorable bakeware.

So many untouched sweets!
Meg R.

After ordering my birthday cake from here for the past 9 years, I wouldn't imagine a better business to support during this time. I have gotten the Nutella, S'more and red velvet cakes and truly have stuck with the Nutella and s'more cakes. They used to have amazing pop tarts and happy times when they had them, but sadly I was told they don't make them anymore. The final time was many years ago as a special order. This place originally had 2 female owners, but lately I believe it's now solely owned by the family. It was great to go in recently and get a couple HUGE oatmeal sandwich cookies, chocolate chip Pb, and choc chip pretzel cookie too. And a couple cup cakes and a slice of quiche and a raspberry topped scone. Can you tell I'm buying a lot as I want this place to survive so I can still order my birthday cake from them. Turns out they're open on Mother's Day so I ordered a whole quiche today for pick up. The first slice of quiche was loved by my mom so much she asked for this for Mother's Day. Just call and ask if they can make you're favorite cookie, and check out the cake menu as most can be made into cupcakes for birthdays. Thank goodness they're still around and their son is now 12!

Kyle P.

First of all, the location itself is a delight. It's got almost a local bookstore sort of feel to it, with some great cookies and other tasty treats instead of books. Of all the ones I've tried, I think the flourless triple chocolate cookie is my favorite. I love the texture of the outer layer, with just a perfect chewiness on the inside. Their cupcakes are good, but definitely on the drier side. Prices are reasonable, actually a bit cheaper the competition ($10 for 2 large cookies and a big cupcake). A really cool spot I'll try again.

Anthony T.

* Easy to order * Affordable * Cute neighborhood and even cuter inside * Tasty and beautiful cakes * Fast turnaround I placed 2 orders in the last 2 weeks, and will definitely order more!

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Great Bakery! Always complete custom orders as requested and in a timely manner. Great tasting cakes.

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Most amazing Chocolate cake I've ever had. Has become a staple for birthdays in our family.

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Ask the Community - Bake

How can one get some cookies during this time? Are people able to go inside and choose like before? Would love to get some delicious baked goods and support a great bakery

Yep! They're still open for people to walk in, pick their treats and take it to go. Get there early for the best selection!

Is it allergy friendly for people that gave nut allergies?

No idea, call the bakery, their very accommodating.

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Our experience with Bittersweet Bakery was exceptional from beginning to end. We ordered our…read morewedding cake from Bittersweet, and they made the entire process enjoyable and stress-free. The cake tasting was a wonderful experience, giving us plenty of delicious options to choose from while helping us create the perfect cake for our special day. Throughout the entire process, their communication was outstanding. They kept us informed every step of the way and worked directly with our wedding venue, "Firehouse Chicago", to coordinate the delivery and logistics. Everything was handled seamlessly, and our cake arrived exactly as planned without a single issue. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but Bittersweet's professionalism, organization, and proactive approach gave us one less thing to worry about. Their attention to detail and commitment to excellent customer service truly stood out. One feature we especially love is that they keep the recipe and design of your wedding cake on file. Every anniversary, they can recreate your wedding cake or a cake in any size you choose. We've continued this tradition, and each anniversary cake has been just as delicious as the original while bringing back wonderful memories of our wedding day. If you're looking for a bakery that is responsive, dependable, and delivers an outstanding product, I highly recommend Bittersweet Bakery for your wedding cake or any bakery needs. They responded promptly to our questions and requests, unlike some businesses that never replied to estimate inquiries. Their customer service and quality were truly exceptional. A heartfelt thank you to Samuel who conducted the Cake Tasting and the entire staff at Bittersweet Bakery for helping make our dream wedding a reality. We will always be grateful and look forward to celebrating many more anniversaries with your incredible cakes.

The pastries at bittersweet will never disappoint. I grew up going to this bakery and the quality…read morehas never wavered. The quiche is always fantastic, and anything out of the pastry case is a must. Drinks are good as well! Such a cozy spot to grab coffee with a friend (or give in to the temptation of snagging a pastry on your way to the brown line)

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Bake - bakeries - Updated November 2026

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