Found their truck just off of State and Lake yesterday and I had just seen them on Cupcake Wars so I had to check them out. I got the Spicy Sriracha Turtle cupcake and I waited a couple hours til dinner at work to try it I even shared it with my coworkers. It was still SOOOO Moist and the spicy, sweet, and salty flavor was something I had never tasted in a cupcake before NO WONDER they won...Awesome cupcake they have a fan for life read more

I bought the gluten free banana cream pie cupcake from the food truck, and it is the best gluten free cupcake I've ever had! Finally, a gluten free baked good that is moist and fluffy, not dry and dense! read more

By far the best cupcakes we could find for our wedding in Chicago. Strongly recommend the Key Lime, Peanut Butter, Reese's Pieces, and German Chocolate. They did a wonderful tasting with us, which was totally worth the drive out to the suburbs. The flavors at most other cupcake places always sounded better than they were, but Cupcakes for Courage blew us away with both flavor and appearance. Only removing 1 star because their responsiveness was not the best. read more

These cupcakes are so delicious, it is unbelievable! Their weekly trip to the Medical District gets my entire office out the door and waiting in line for delicious treats no matter what crazy Chicago weather we're experiencing at the time. I love the rotating flavors... there's always a new yummy cupcake to try! I love Cupcakes for Courage! Try the French Silk Pie if you get a chance - you won't regret it! read more

I went for breakfast and everything on their menu looked so good. I finally decided on the breakfast burrito. It was so delicious. I would totally go back and get it again. The staff was super friendly and helpful. The place is super cute and clean. I highly recommend the breakfast. I now am a regular. I have tried several things on their menu and have loved all of it. The breakfast burrito is my all time favorite. Best breakfast place in town! read more

Great flavors and variety and so easy to transport. Tried other dessert trucks but both the cake and frosting from here is clearly a step above the others. Can't go wrong with any selection here though partial to the sweet potato pie and the french silk... its all so good! read more

Are you kidding me with this deliciousness? I was walking back to my office from lunch and saw this truck parked on the street. Seeing as how it had a line, I figured it must be good and that I'd give it a try. It was a rare day that I actually had cash. Turns out I wouldn't have needed cash. The guy in front of me used his credit card. I bought birthday cake and lemon raspberry and wow - both are just delicious. The plan was to take one home for dessert tonight but both are gone. Very moist cake, light fluffy frosting - just delicious. $3.25 for a standard size cupcake is pricey, I agree with other reviewers there, but I'm happy to know that 10% of their profit goes to charity. read more

I never visited this cupcake truck, but my friend raved about this place and bought me two different cupcakes: pink velvet (red velvet) and strawberry (strawberry cream cheese w/ strawberry cake). These cupcakes are one of the most moist cupcakes I sank my teeth into. They are the right amount of sweetness and gets the sugar high done. As you noticed, I'm raving about how good these cupcakes are, why would I only rate 3 stars??? It is because they are not easily accessible. The only place you would find them is in the heart of downtown during rush hour; the biggest reason why I never visited. Also their truck isn't really unique and easily noticeably. It's green which clashes with the Peapod truck. If you wanna know an hour by hour schedule of where the truck would be located, follow them on facebook or twitter. Their schedule can also be located on their website. read more

The best cupcake truck ever! I've never had a cupcake I didn't like. And such a wonderful mission! What's not to love?

The sriracha turtle cupcake. Um, Yeah! The nuts were not really too spicey, but the savory added a good foil to the sweetness of the caramel. The plain dark chocolate and vanilla cupcakes were no Janes either. read more

I walked past the green truck while it was parked in downtown. I had the Key Lime Pie cupcake and the first thought after having a bite was, "HOW!?!" I have no idea HOW they made a small cupcake taste exactly like a Key Lime Pie. The cupcake was delicious! It was not overly sweet and it was the perfect size. I would highly suggest trying out this cupcake spot! read more

Decent cupcakes, from a truck, conveniently located near a former workplace, for a good cause. Win-win sitch.

Their cupcakes are D-E-L-I-C-I-O-U-S-! So far, I have tried over 6 cupcakes, and it has never failed me! Their cupcake is super moist ALL the time. They always roam around with their bright green truck, so it's really eye catching. However, I have mistaken the Peapod truck for Cupcake for Courage truck many times. Overall, just give this place a try, you definitely WON'T regret it! read more

Cupcakes for Courage has by far the best cupcakes in the loop. Better than Crumbs, better than Sprinkles. They rotate flavors throughout the week and have some everyday flavors (like chocolate on chocolate and vanilla bean) as well. As if the delicious cupcakes weren't enough, the cupcakes are made and sold by the most adorable (and humorous) baker in the country. Do yourself a favor and track down their truck on Facebook or Twitter. Their Maple Bacon cupcake is nothing you'd expect and everything you'll love! read more

Cupcakes are good but a bit pricey. i also liked their breakfast dishes ! good ambiance too. read more

I ran into the Cupcakes for Courage food truck outside the Harold Washington library and was immediately intrigued by their name. I'm usually not one to splurge on gourmet cupcakes, but while in the library I googled the company. 10% of their profits go to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and the Ride Janie Ride foundation, which supports Chicago area residents facing financial hardship from cancer treatment. I was immediately hooked. When I came out and saw the truck still standing there, I took it as a sign that I needed to buy a $4 cupcake. Not only did I support a good cause, but my double chocolate cupcake was life altering! So moist and delicious. I'm planning to buy more cupcakes for my birthday! read more

We just stopped on a whim to grab a sweet treat for on the way home then we saw that they support cancer research which is something so near to my family! So thank you for that!!! we got home and my girls ripped into them! Best cupcakes I have ever had!!! I was so upset I didn't get more because now I have a craving and I will definitely get back for some more!!! I should mention that it was their food truck we found in the city! Look for it it's green! read more

the staff were awesome and we really enjoyed this treasure in oak park.

I absolutely love the cupcakes here. My absolute faves are Triple B, Pink Velvet and their Chocolate. The girls here are the sweetest ever and really make you feel the love. thank you Cupcakes for COurage for making me break my diet!! only for you! read more

Cupcakes were delicious, Everyone in my party loves them! Thank you Laura!

Cupcakes for Courage provided cupcakes for my wedding and they were a hit! All of the guests raved about how good they were. I wish I could say I had one myself, but they were gone before I had a chance! read more

Yesterday, my family decided to stop in for breakfast. This young team of entrepreneurs has a great deal to learn. They're design and presentation are nice. Their food - was good. Their service was surprisingly poor by the cupcake team and great by the catering brothers/company. After spending $75 across 3 receipts (1-for our breakfast, 2-for our boys and 3-take out bakery), my husband asked for his coffee to be topped off on our way out. NOTE: The format here is that you walk up to the counter, order then they bring it to your table. So, we sat down and ate our breakfast (first $40 something was for our 4 breakfasts). Anyway, so when we were leaving and he asked for the topper, the girl behind the counter said, "It's a $1.00 for refills", to which the young woman, we presume to be the owner, who had even taken one of our 3 orders, stated, "Actually you should pay for another cup, we only top off for customers that eat in." Really - we were in there for 45 minutes! And, there are only 8 tables....they didn't remember seeing us? That was disappointing for a new restaurant that we might have frequented on Saturdays as a family. read more

I had my first cupcake from the Cupcakes For Courage food truck about 2 years ago. From that first bite, I was hooked! Hands down some of the best cupcakes I've ever had. The Maple Bacon, OMG! The Chocolate Peanut Butter, OMG squared! I love them so much I had to have them at my wedding which took place May 11th of this year. So instead of the traditional wedding cake I went with a tower of cupcakes! My guests loved them and the display was beautiful! I can't say enough about Laura and her cupcakes! Stop by the bakery too, they have other tasty treats as well! read more

This truck has the best cupcakes in Chicago. Discovered them downtown on my lunch break a few years and have been hooked ever since! The pink velvet cupcake is to die for. And I see they now make wedding cakes so I will keep them on the top of my list when I am closer to ordering my wedding cake. read more

The baked goods are delicious as is the brunch. The cupcakes are fantastic! However, last week we waited about 45 minutes for our breakfast. We've been there twice for breakfast and both times have been a long wait. Both time, my husbands eggs were brown on the bottom. I'm not really sure why it takes so long but it needs to be addressed. I get the impression that the kitchen is not running smoothly. Additionally, I think they need someone to focus more on the front including clearing tables and replenishing the water dispenser and half and half. Dirty dishes just pile up in a bin off to the side without being cleared. Once they get the breakfast service fixed and a clearer division of duties in the front, this place will be perfect! Four stars because the food is delicious! read more

Happened upon the truck on my way up to the Harold Washington Library stop in the Loop and decided to get two to take home. I bought the peanut butter banana and pink velvet cupcake. Best cupcakes, hands down, I've ever had in Chicago and in my life. They were big in size and the flavor of that peanut butter banana cupcake was incredible. Both cakes were moist, flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect consistency. Plus, they donate to cancer research and are somehow part (or donates to, not sure) of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society; both a cause and organization I hold near and dear to my heart. I'm so glad I stopped. read more

Cupcakes For Courage - They come in handy individual containers. Had these in my daughter's bag and they still got home in perfect shape! - Bakeries Near Me - Elmhurst, Illinois

just bought a lemon cupcake from the truck after standing there asking questions about all of the selections. Got back to the office and it's GLUTEN FREE! Seriously? Why wouldn't you tell a girl that about a cupcake? It wasn't on the sign. It's nice that they offer them, but those of us who love baked goods made with flour...we don't want a "pretty good for gluten free" cupcake. The lemon curd was good. I'm honestly offended though. Don't pass off some gf cupcake on me! AGGGGHHHH. My office mate whom I shared it with almost tossed me out for the scandal. read more

Picked up a salted caramel and a peanut butter cup cupcake and oh my god so good. The frosting was perfect and nothing was cloying sweet like many cupcakes can be. Salted caramel is highly recommended. Nom. read more

My fiance and I fell in love with Cupcakes For Courage/Courages Bakery. We went in for a tasting and Laura made us feel very welcome and comfortable. We both instantly decided to have Laura make cupcakes for our wedding. She listened to our ideas, gave some of her own and we couldn't of been happier with the end result. For weeks heading up to our wedding, we would visit the bakery just to try all of the 50 flavors that they offer. We are very happy with how all the cupcakes tasted: Pink Velvet, Vanilla Bean, Turtle, and the glutten free banana cream (we couldn't even tell it was GF it was sooo good). We will definitly use the bakery for future events. read more

Got food poisoning from this place is awful the girl who I think was the owner had dirty fingernails and her hair was not groomed and she was serving food??? Nevertheless the diarrhea was not worth these lousy cupcakes. No courage came from this!! read more

I like the pumpkin pie one the best. Also the other flavors are also good. I have tried the vanilla bean, Maple bacon, and dark chocolate one. read more

Wow the people who run cupcakes for courage are amazing. We go twice a week for our favorite m and m Cookie .we love it! Also the scones and my all time favorite chocolate hazelnut croissant is out of this world delicious. All are worth the calories and good for the soul. We recommend cupcakes for courage with all our heart. read more

Quite pricey but I must say that it isn't your regular cupcake. In my opinion, I think they are so worth your every penny! Courageous Bakery has cupcakes that are full of flavor, freshness , fragrance and appeal. Everything that they have is enticing to all of the senses. I always come here to get something quick as a gift or something to bring to get-togethers or parties. I highly recommend Courageous Bakery. Go check them out for yourself! read more

Noble purpose behind their cupcakes, but they get two stars for how they run their business. First, I bought $150 worth of cupcakes for a baby shower and when I asked for some individual plastic containers in case guests wanted their cupcakes to-go, the girl had to ask another employee and after their whispering, she gave me 3 containers. Seriously, how much could the containers cost? A nickel? A quarter? I bought $150 worth of cupcakes! Second, I went in to get a dozen cupcakes for a Father's Day BBQ. My husband really likes the Triple B cupcake and he's a first time father. I went in at 10am (they open at 8am) and they didn't have their flavors of the day ready, so I placed an order and was told to come back at 11am. When I got there at 11am, they told me the cupcakes still aren't ready. I asked for an exact time to return and the cashier said, "ehhh to be safe try back at noon." Try back, seriously!? Most bakeries start baking BEFORE they open. Cupcakes are good, but the annoyance to get them isn't worth it. read more

My amazing man picked up some cupcakes from here on his way home from work to continue to feed my ridiculous sweet tooth. He ended up getting a black and white (my favorite!), a chocolate peanut butter cup, a white chocolate raspberry, and a spicy sriracha turtle. All of the cupcakes were amazing EXCEPT the spicy sriracha turtle. I LOVE me some sriracha but ohlord the smokiness of the mesquite chocolate cake and the smoked caramel killed me. It reminded me of this terrible smoky whiskey I tried once and both (the bite of cupcake and the whiskey) barely got swallowed. Also, in both cases, my mouth tasted like a fireplace for days. Uggggggggh. Anyway, besides the smoky cupcake, all the others were delicious. I definitely prefer the vanilla buttercream to the whipped meringue buttercream but that is just a matter of taste. I love a thick buttercream that is super sweet and CfC definitely hits the mark on this. And the best part about these cupcakes is that the cake part is delicious on all of them as well. Every cupcake we tried was super not dry (sorry, I don't use the m word). Awesome. read more

The cupcakes and other baked goods are really yummy. They have a menu of real food I haven't tried yet but looks really interesting. I intend to eat there someday. They have moist cupcakes with yummy frosting. (That means a lot because I don't usually care for frosting) the only reason I wouldn't give it 5 stars is the staff in the store front aren't overly friendly or helpful. read more

THE BEST CUPCAKES AND Croissant's.........really! They are great. The bakery is so cute and the people who work there are the best. I will be back! read more

My company is in the city and we requested the Cupcakes For Courage truck to come visit so all of our employees could get a cupcake or two. Laura (the owner) was excited to! It was easy to plan, and went very smoothly. Not only are they really nice people to work with, but the cupcakes were delicious. Everyone here was super excited about it! A bunch of people put in extra orders to take home. Not only did we get tasty cupcakes, but we got to support a great cause--how cool is that?! Thanks again, Cupcakes For Courage! read more

I used Cupcakes for Courage for cookies for our wedding in December and I can not give them enough praise. First off, the cookies are delicious and massive. Laura is a dream to work with and was able to make us some additional flavors, beyond the staples that they carry. People could not stop raving about the cookies, can't tell you how many requests I got for information on where they came from. Definitely recommend for any type of cookie bar you might be thinking about doing! :) read more

Cupcakes themselves are good - but why the heck do they mound so much frosting on them?? It's a cupcake, not a fist of frosting with a little bit of cake!! Some of their other pastries and muffins are good but unfortunately by the time I get there in the afternoon after work most of their supply is gone, so I often just grab something from Au Bon Pain at the train station in Chicago and bring it back with me because I can't depend on C4C's supply read more