Great pastries and cakes. Very nice people working there. Price is very good too compared to other bakeries

Cake wasn't that tasty. Service was good though and the price was less than elsewhere.

I came here to buy a flan for my husband's birthday and WOW! The flavor was so rich with each bite. It was my first time going to this location for desserts and certainly will not be my last. There are a variety of cakes and desserts and will stop by for future events. read more

Chicago Sweet Connection - 10 in Flan - Bakeries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

If you love your sweet treats, then make your way to Chicago Sweet Connections!!! This wholesale Bakery, has it going on!!!!! Fruit pies, Cream Pies Dream Pies. I walked in the bakery and experienced sensory overload!!! Greedy Spirit Heaven!!!! Check them out: https://www.sweetconnectionbakery.com/ Each bite will send your tastebuds into orbit!!! They've got tasty Cakes, Cheecakes and many Varieties to satisfy your insatiable sweet tooth!!!! Chocolate, Vanilla, fruit topped, and there's something for everyone. Besides the actual Bakery, I've come across their delectable delights at Pete's Fresh Market and Jewel Osco. So if you're in need of a Birthday Cake or just a sweet little treat... Pick up one of their Baked perfections either at the Bakery (link above), or at your local grocery store, you'll be glad you did!!!! Bon-appetit!!! read more

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We were simply passing by and took the opportunity to drop in here. It looks to be a mid grade bakery with commensurate mid grade pricing. There were a lot of pre-packaged goods but I'm sure they make a lot of fresh products on site and on a daily basis here. We saw a lady pick up a customized birthday cake. There were day-old donuts available for $6 per box of about 9. There was also a lot of Polish being spoken by customers and staff in this bakery and it is in that ethnic part of Chicagoland. We didn't see a lot that grabbed our attention on this particular day. Wife did pick up a couple loaves of bread and they turned out to be good and fresh. We wanted to pick up an 8" chocolate bavarian cream pie for $5.75, but they were out of this smaller size pie. Easy and free street parking right out front or on the side street. Overall, I'd say an ok 3 star bakery. read more

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I'm very disappointed in the service and the quality of their products. The ladies helping behind the counter where snippy and impatient when questions were asked about unmarked cakes. She then continues to whisper to another coworker as she walks off rolling her eyes. Another lady steps in and takes over as we are mid order, she finishes paking our 2 cakes, 3 slices and a pie. That should have been my cue to leave without making my purchase. Husband was so disappoint in Dutch Apple pie and my friend said the cakes where dry cake, and tones of icing. If I could give them a zero or negative number I would. read more

Wow, was this disappointing! Peanut butter cookies that do not taste like peanut butter. Peach pie that is absolutely flavorless! Cookies that rate a 3 out of 10.What is going on here?! This is not the first time we have purchased from this bakery but it is the first time we have been so very disappointed! Usually we get donuts and they are yummy. I think maybe they should just become a donut shop. Very disappointing. read more

Chicago Sweet Connection - Garbage - Bakeries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Pretty solid bakery with lots and lots of sweet options. Not too far from the Bryn Mawr exit on I-90 lies Chicago Sweet Connection in the NW part of the city. Location is sorta industrial, nothing much around, so getting here is easy and prices are really favorable. Donuts and danish are great - very generous fillings for my Boston Cream and Cheese danish. I also got some of the mini cakes which are pretty good too, I prefer the dark chocolate to get the rich, yet light textures. You can get a huge strudel for under $5 and are much better and fresher tasting than any grocery store strudels. Definitely worth a stop, whether you are passing by on I-90 and picking up something for yourself or for someone else. read more

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Not too impressed, overall just average. I stopped in on a rainy Friday morning right before 9am. The selection and layout was just okay. There was only one rep who was helping 1-2 people at a time. There were 2 other workers in back and when I tried to flag down for help, I was stared at and ignored. Okay, awkward. The rep saw I was in a hurry and kindly helped me with a donut package I picked up towards the front. Relatively fair prices. The flavor of the treats were better than DD. However, I could tell it was from the day before and not fresh. Fresh pastries per day would be nice. Okay-decent customer service from the lady who helped me. Although they do not offer napkins... read more

I stopped by to pick up some cup cakes for a friends bday. Bought 4 for $15. Got to the party and they were all stale!!! I went in to tell the gal working and she claimed they're made daily!!! Fat chance. There is a new Greek bakery at Austin & Milwaukee. Light years better!!!! read more

First visit and won't be my last...solid bakery. Large assortment, decent prices, delicious treats. Got a small carrot cake for husbands birthday...was REALLY good...good enough that it was the first carrot cake I've said good things about. Also got a single chocolate chip cookie...REALLY good. Also got a slice of the opera cake...it was rich ..I liked it...husband didn't for no specific reason. Easy in and out parking is great and store has SO many selections...great for walk ins. Prices are very reasonable compared to others in city. read more

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I've been coming to this bakery for over 15 years and they consistently have some of the best tres leches cake. They have two varieties either the passion fruit or plain. It's always fresh and well made. It comes in either a loaf size or cake, my family prefers the loaf and for under $10 it's always a hit. They also have a freshly made spanikopita that I get regularly. read more

Chicago Sweet Connection - Tres leches cake/three milk cake. - Bakeries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

My husband wanted a Strawberry Shortcake for his birthday. Our usual go to is in the Southside so this year we wanted to try a bakery more local. The website of this place was great. I called the day before to make sure they'd have the specific cake I was looking for and they told me they always have that cake so I didn't need to put one on hold. Parking was easy. Walked in, took a number but it was unnecessary. Got my cake and asked if they could write something on it. She said it was an extra $2 and considering I had bought a Happy Birthday cake topper I passed. The cake looked great and my child kept sweeping and the outside whip cream. The cake itself was not so great. I dont think the strawberries were fresh, just preserves. Cake was not moist. Noone asked for seconds. Oh well. Maybe I'll try their cookies next time. read more

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This place is really really good ! Love jus t about everything I've had here . Insane amount of selections ! read more

Bought 6 cupcakes over the weekend from Chicago Sweet Connection. The cupcakes were not moist, the cake itself was not great, but the frosting was good. I figured since this was a large operation, that most of the sweets would be great. I cannot recommend this location for cupcakes. read more

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Worst bread in town. Workers are rude and unable to provide basic services and information about the products. Avoid!!!

We recently went back to CSC for some Easter treats! We planned a super last minute get together, and they had plenty of goodies in stock. My husband snagged a variety of things for under $20 and we left happy! The blueberry coffee cake was delicious. It has a HUGE layer of hidden fruit that was so tasty, and it was nice and fresh. The cookies were average, which I was expecting because they were simple sprinkle butter cookies, so I wasn't upset by that. BUT THEIR TINY CAKES?! Remember the ones that I raved about in my last review and shared such a beautiful picture?! THEY WERE SUCH A LETDOWN. Each and every one was a little dry, lacking flavor, and just such a disappointment. I'm not sure we would be running to go back to Chicago Sweet Connection anytime soon, which is a shame because I love supporting familial shops that are priced so fairly. read more

Now people if your in the know and love tasty treats this is your place. The women behind the counter are so helpful and courteous and the place smells like heaven. From pies to cookies to pastry and cakes at a cost you won't believe. I had a bag full of goodys and all for 23$. So reasonable. read more

Tried them for the first time at a family friend's baptism. They had ordered a sheet cake which was delicious and moist. Kept driving by the shop and finally stopped in to grab some treats. So glad we did because they have a great selection of baked goods especially single slices. We ordered 7 and was pleasantly surprised when the bill was under $20. Enjoyed the cheesecake slices and the turtle brownie. There was a chocolate cake slice with alternating layers of mousse and cake. That was also quite good. The turtle brownie was quite yummy and probably my favorite. The only thing I didn't care for was the tiramisu slice. It was incredibly sweet and too rich for me. We have a family gathering coming up and I'm definitely ordering a whole one for it. Pictures next time! read more

Yummy sweet treats for either walk in on the spur of the moment or to order for a special occasion.

I have the absolute best pecan pie I have ever eaten and being from Texas that is a very bold statement!!! read more

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I was hesitant. Sometimes when a treat is beautiful it has no taste. These were delicious and beautiful. I enjoyed the cheesecakes and carrot cake. Definitely coming back here. read more

I have been here only once and that was also just to pick up a coconut cream pie that I had ordered in advance. From my visit's experience and the taste of the pie, I feel that I should give them the full five stars. Let me first begin by saying that not until just before this past Christmas (2019) was I aware of this bakery. I was at the Original Omega's in Mundelein, IL, enjoying a slice of the delicious coconut cream pie and felt like finding out whether the pie was house-made or bought from elsewhere and I wanted to have the whole pie for Christmas Eve family dinner. The day I went to get that pie from Omega's they didn't have one available (my mistake to not order it in advance). That's when I found out through their manager that they get their pies from Chicago Sweet Connection. So naturally, I call up Chicago Sweet Connection to see if they had this pie available and lucky me, they did and could have one ready for me to pick up before Christmas Eve. I am glad I found out about this shop and where they are located as knowing about such places helps me learn more about local bakery shops and businesses. I ordered their 11" (I believe it was) coconut cream pie and paid in advance over the phone. The cost for this pie you might would be more than $15 or $20 but nope. The cost was just under $13 for the huge pie that it was and it was well worth it. As a matter of fact, the Original Omega's charged $15 to buy the whole pie from them. When I got to the shop for pick up, it was busy. Until my turn came for pick up, I was browsing their shop for all the different varieties of pastries and other delicious looked baked items they had. I liked what I saw. I was drooling over many items. It's too bad I didn't have anything else to get at that time as I would have loved to try more items from their menu. I received good service over the phone and while in the shop as well. The pie was a hit among my family members. I have had it twice now (from Omega's and here). It's creamy, smooth and has just the right amount of sweet taste (not over or under). The coconut flavor is on point (at least to me). I would definitely recommend checking out this shop. I can't wait to try more of their cream pies and other items. read more

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Once again big disappointment! For the past 4 years I've ordered cakes from them but something has changed maybe it's the lack of motivation or communication in their kitchen I called and submitted my sons birthday cake on sept 1st was told that it was going to be $300 originally then called a week ago to confirm then unexpectedly went up to $375 then called today to make a payment and make some adjustments to get price dropped and was told that it would be over $400 for a cake that was once "at 300 and no one knew what I was talking about apparently and when I spoke to the manager, he said that was their fault that there was some miscommunication in their kitchen with their decorator these people can not take accountability for their staffs mistakes and mind you I've had humongous cakes made by this company that were well under $300 or $300 exactly even with inflation. I live in Lombard Illinois and always make the trip to go and pick up my cakes from them as well cause I thought that they were worth it not anymore they lost a good customer. I hope people take their business else where because the attitude and quality of staff and management is absolutely awful.! read more

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tried their cake for a friend's 50th birthday ....it was a chocolate cake not the best , tad bit sweet for my taste.i would give it 31/2 stars since the cake was soft and moist. read more

I hate that you can't place a cake order at the store. You have to do it online. And no books to look through. The workers can be a little friendlier. They always seem annoyed when they're helping you. It gets a little chaotic and confusing when there's a lot of people. No order, you just stand there. read more

Chicago classic ! Always has been tasty! I miss being a kid and getting the huge birthday cakes from here, so fresh and sweetness was always just right. Thank you for the work all y'all do! read more

Desserts are always the best here! They have a wonderful selection of all different sweets! When it comes to cakes I am all about the European line ... European chocolatina is the BEST!!! Desserts are always fresh - Never Fails! This is my all occasion bakery and everyone loves whatever I get! A little alert for everyone is you try to call your order - Waste of time they will take your order and when you arrive no order will be waiting for you. There is a huge problem with communication I tried few times all orders LOST! So I just stop by take care of business! Its worth it! read more

Chicago Sweet Connection - European Chocolatina! Melts in your mouth - Bakeries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Good Bakery, large selections. friendly service, everything is fresh, prices are reasonable

Rude employees, understaffed and overpriced. I was just there, the rude Polish woman behind the counter was very slow and rude. I was in a hurry, so I left the money on the counter including tax and she yelled at me. She then proceeded to process my $5.50 purchase which took an extra 5 minutes. read more

Horrible customer service. They're super rude especially Joanna. She needs to go. That's what will stop people from going.

Horrible customer service. I really don't enjoy their cakes but they do have good chocolate strawberries. I called to order a cake and I had to get the most rudest individual working there . I hope she cheers up because they definitely lost this customer. FYI I order 6 cakes starting in February all the way to august for birthdays. Not any more I found a great bakery that was pleasant on the phone and took my order with no problem . It was $10 more but I'll pay for the great customer service. read more

I was told that this bakery was the son of Angelica's Bakery and the owner of Angelica's had retired and her son took over. All I can say is that he does not have Angelica's recipe. We purchased a coconut cake and it tasted just like corn bread. We returned the cake and told them that something black was in the cake when really it tasted like Aldi cake mix i.e, cornbread. read more

This bakery is the wholesale cake supplier for Pete's Fresh Market in Chicago. Recently I purchased a large cake for Thanksgiving (at Pete's) and the cake was truly awful. Almost not edible. The cake smelled and tasted like chemicals. A complete waste of money. After this experience I will no longer buy cakes at Pete's. read more

Rude, inconsiderate, poor customer service. Was ignored and then someone that came in the store after me was helped. Was standing there as the only other customer for 20 minutes without a single acknowledgement from the two staff people while they took larger orders. I finally asked how much longer wait. They would not even give me an estimate. Instead, I got bad attitude from them. They will not be getting a dime more of my business. They don't value customers' time. My wife had a similar experience there a week ago. She was the only customer in the store. No one greeted her or would take her order, just stood on the back. She eventually walked out without getting help. They act like a customer is an inconvenience for them. read more

Pretty good! There are soooooo many options ranging from donuts, cake, cupcakes, pudding, and pies. I decided on trying one of the small individual cakes which was "milk chocolate". The cake was extremely rich and creamy. This will definitely cure a sweet tooth. Since it's so rich, it's pretty hard to finish the whole thing in one sitting. I would definitely be interested in coming back and tasting something new! read more

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This bakery saved the day! Due to a snafu on my part I was not able to get the photo that I wanted scanned for a retirement cake until the night before the party. I called the bakery at 6:30 AM asking if they could do a cake with a photo scan for the same evening. They gratuitously said yes. The cake came out BEAUTIFUL!! So moist and flavorful with fresh strawberries. I highly recommend this place. I've had several sheet cakes done by them in the past and all have been delicious!! read more

Stopped in for the first time. Bought two pies. Apple and pecan. Both were very good. Price was right too. Place was well Organized and spotless. A hidden gem read more

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So yesterday i called around 640pm was on hold for 18 minutes decided to get in my car and drive there as im still on hold i get there 3 girls in the front not one customer inside so i approach the front they see me and SAY NOTHING so i say hi are u guys available im trying to place an order for a simple cake i called and was on hold as I am now and looked at my phone and hung it up, i figured u guys were slammed the one girl looks at me turns her head then the other one goes sorry it takes 4 days to make a cake i was lile 4 days to make a simple cake ok can I tell what cake i need , are u guys overbooked with orders sp i understand, she said its always 4 days for cake orders i was lile ok I asked for the manager owner she said no sorry gave me a name of tom to call in the morning. I call today calm even though im fumimg right now and ask to talk to a manager or owner i got the owner i start of by telling him im a small business owner , I heard so many good things about u guys and an issue occurred yesterday that i would like ur feedback and to make u aware this guy who is the the owner much older tells me ok ok hurry up what he is busy ? I literally hung before I lost it. Are u kidding me right now who acts like this ? Who tells a new customer this ? Why didnt he care ? I'm floored i never complain publicly about any business especiañlt im in the resturant field and ao many businesses aee going through alot but after going to the owner and getting this treatment i had to do this review. This place has so many good ratings , great reviews im literally floored. I was able to get the cake in 24 hrs from house of cakes amazimg people along with a $200 tip for just being great and all around. This is a simple 8 inch with Bananas nothing crazy but they pulled through. Thank u house of cakes to the owner who i spoke to you really need to evaluate how u handle problems and learn to treat customers with respect considering customers ARE THE ONES PAYING UR BILLS AMD EMPLOYEES ! read more

Ordered a cake for daughter's baptism. When we went to pick it up they could not find the order. They said they would deliver a cake to the house. When they delivered the cake it smelled horrible, was lopsided, and they didn't even spell my daughter's name correctly. All they did was give a refund. You would think they would try more to make it right. read more

Chicago Sweet Connection - Horrible smell, lopsided, and misspelled daughter's name. - Bakeries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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