If you want a coffee or breakfast with a cool vibe, this is your joint. I've been here a few times and will be back. The coffee is good, and the food is always top notch. The egg sandwich with avocado is spectacular. I haven't tried the baked goods yet, but they look delish. The staff is also very attentive and helpful. read more

The sweet matcha was good! It was very smooth and tasted grassy in a good way. It wasn't TOO sweet. The mango mint lemonade was very refreshing. It was quite nice Half kale apple half ginger tonic is very nice! It has a good healthy taste and a ginger tinge. The pumpkin loaf was good but plain. It wasn't bad at all it just has room for improvement The chicken supreme tasted like food from the freezer into oven. Which of course is what most food is, but that's not what it should taste like. There is a good flavor there, but it's hidden by the freezer note. The pumpkin croissant was kind of dense. It tasted good but the actual croissant part Was A bit too dense for a croissant I believe. The actual pumpkin part was a little sweet, but it was decent. Maybe if it was warmed up it would taste better. Also, maybe if the croissant was flakier and thinner it would be less dense and easier to eat. read more

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Cute busy spot. Went with the ham and cheese croissant - warmed and a latte. Seems to be a nice meeting spot. read more

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Good coffee shop. The line gets super long and crazy and when you order, there's really no space to stand around, it's sort of chaotic at times. I went on a non busy day, so it wasn't too crazy. Ordered my usual, chai latte with oat milk, and the lady sold me the last pumpkin spice danish, which was delish, very sweet though. Plenty of tables outside if inside too packed. Location is bigger than the other one. read more

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If happiness had a café, this would be it. From the moment you walk in, Goddess and the Baker gives off pure good-vibes energy with warm lighting, fun decor, and that heavenly smell of espresso and fresh pastries. I stopped in for a quick coffee and ended up staying way longer than planned (because how could you leave?). The menu is packed with creative drinks; think colorful lattes and seriously smooth cold brew, plus delicious food that's as beautiful as it is tasty. I tried the avocado toast and a slice of cake, and let's just say... the name "Goddess" fits. The staff were friendly, fast, and clearly love what they do. Whether you're grabbing something on the go or settling in with your laptop, it's the perfect spot to sip, snack, and people-watch. 10/10 would recommend. If you're in Chicago, this is your new happy place. read more

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I've had food from other Goddess and the Baker locations, so when I saw it on DoorDash while in town for work recently, I decided to order a salad for my lunch. I was looking for something healthy and wanted to try something different than my usual Sweetgreen. I got the kale crunch salad (grilled chicken, rainbow kale, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, blue cheese, sliced apples, and toasted almonds with honey mustard dressing and parm crackers). When the salad arrived, I was surprised at the "parm crackers" which were more like... flaky flat biscuits. They were tasty but not quite what I expected. I really liked the honey mustard dressing, and the chicken was tender and not overcooked. I did have a few chunks of Brussels sprouts stems that were inedible but otherwise the salad itself was pretty good and the ingredients seemed fresh. read more

Goddess and the Baker, 181 W Madison - Kale Crunch Salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Walking inside is like pastry heaven. Delicious baked goods all on display. Yummy. The inside decor is so very lovely and cozy. Expecting to get a salad, I was pleasantly surprised that they have GF bread! Therefore I enjoyed a bacon, egg and cheese on GF toast. Delish! Also they have my fav......MATCHA!! So good and sweetened perfectly. I will be here on my lunch break often and with a good book. Very nice restaurant! read more

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Rise-n-Shine Muffin (vegan and gluten free) is an excellent choice for a satisfying bakery item. Perfectly topped with sugar crystals, seeds and toasted coconut. The muffin has bits of zucchini in it, so it is very moist and what I think is the perfect amount of sweetness (not overwhelming). Very "fluffy" for a gluten free item. As do most gluten free items, the muffin doesn't hold together once you cut into it or break it apart. The strawberry matcha latte with oat milk was fair... decent strawberry purée, but the cup was barely 3/4 full, also ordered the drink extra hot and it was far from hot, let alone extra hot Service was good, and the interior clean. read more

Goddess and the Baker, 181 W Madison - Rise & Shine Muffin (V, GF) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Great lively and comfy breakfast spot with so many pastries and options! This place knows how to handle the morning rushes well and still provide good service and good food. Coffee was tasty as well! We got the Huevos rancheros and chicken tinga - loved the tortillas that came on the side with it! read more

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One of 3 locations downtown, this one is housed in the northeast corner of 181 W Madison. It's got a revolving door entrance, relieving you in front of a neon logo. If you glance left, you'll notice the floral mural adorning a wall, but looking right, you'll first notice the pastries on display. Menu screens display a rather diverse selection of items, but if you need to squint in a brief line, there are menu pamphlets that the staff there offer up. Seating here is ample and comfy. There is plenty of counter seating lining the windows, as well as several interior seating options tucked away. If you bring a laptop to do some work, note that there are a couple signs posted requesting to limit your time to no more than an 1 hour. If you're looking for gluten free options, they offer to make any sandwich with gluten-free bread. The bonus is that bread is reminiscent of a croissant. After ordering, you'll be handed a number, and the staff will bring out the food to you. What we've tried so far: 1. Golden Milk--essentially a spiced tumeric almond milk latte with additional pink peppercorn, ginger, allspice, lemongrass, and black pepper incorporated. If you like turmeric and spices, you'll enjoy this. 2. Tuna Croissant Melt--but with their gluten-free bread instead of a croissant. Features tuna with cranberries, capped with a melted slice of cheddar, and topped off with some of those pink pickled onions. What's nice about this is their gluten free bread slices actually give off a croissant vibe, which I thought was pretty impressive. 3. Chicken Tinga--a scoop of tinga de pollo, accompanied by two eggs, caramelized onion, poblano and jalapeño, as well as avocado with cojita and some sour cream. 4 miniature tortillas come with. Pretty comfortable food, and satisfying flavor combos if you ask me. 4. Almond Croissant--they offered to warm it up and bring it out. it's adorned with almonds on the exterior and some almond paste within. You get almond, croissant, and sweetness from the marzipan within. Croissant-wise, in terms of the structure, it's fine (actually on the denser side), so I'd say it's a good-ish croissant, but not a great one. 5. Shakshuka Danish--dry version of shakshuka in danish form (egg, peppers, tomato). No complaints here. 6. Avocado Toast--it has its very own section on the menu. What's nice about it? The avocado seems lemony, but it is also topped with arugula and some radish slices. But what brings the flavor out is the contra cheese sprinkled on top, accompanied by chili flakes and seeds. It's quite nice atop their sourdough. 7. Garden Goddess Wrap--pretty much think of a veggie wrap, where the dressing is tart and savory. Features carrots, hummus, avocado, cucumber, tomato, beets, and lots of arugula. Plus their goddess dressing. If you like these veggies, you'll be fine. On busy days, they are able to maintain speed, accuracy, and order within the store. On St Patrick's day, they'll guide you to where in the store to line up, and they're surprisingly speedy. Something like barely a couple minutes before one of the things you've ordered comes out. I appreciate their quickness and super friendly staff. Note, they have a pinball machine in the back, and two bathrooms. When it's busy, you'll probably wait in line for the bathroom. read more

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Visited on a late Saturday morning. Some people but not too busy. Outside patio seating available - there's seats inside as well. Got a cold brew and there were plenty of non dairy options (oat, almond, macadamia) as well as dairy options. I appreciated that and it was tasty with my added oat milk. If the flavor profile is just right, I skip anything in my cold brew but this one needed it. Personal preference! Got the breakfast sandwich and they had plenty of bread options but I had to ask (cashier didn't prompt to ask what kind of bread I wanted it on). Also got a jalapeño cream cheese cruffin/croissant thingy which was alright; it was different but that's why I wanted to try it. Solid option if you're looking for a small chain-ish spot. read more

We needed a quick breakfast before leaving for the airport and this place did not disappoint. My iced lavender latte was the perfect balance of sweet and weird lol my bf's turkish delight coffee was good as wellwith a light rose flavor. Nothing too strong! The Iron man eggs were also yummy and not too greasy. If i lived in the city id be a regular for sure. read more

Goddess and the Baker, 181 W Madison - Lavender latte (front) and turkish delight (back) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

A solid place in the loop to beat the afternoon slump with a coffee and sweet treat! During the week, the shop can get super busy at mealtimes, so I would recommend visiting in mid-morning or afternoon if you want to snag a seat and avoid a wait. They have an impressive pastry case with seasonal items and an extensive specialty beverage menu. While everything looked delicious, I ordered the berry mini bundt cake and a drip coffee. The cake was actually filled with a strawberry-rhubarb compote that tasted homemade. The outside was lightly glazed and slightly crispy with a super soft, buttery and fresh interior that melted in the mouth. The coffee also had a nice flavor (bonus points for Metropolis beans) that perfectly complemented the sweet pastry. I can't testify to the kitchen menu, but I will definitely be back to try more of the pastries at least. Definitely recommend to those in the area! read more

Goddess and the Baker, 181 W Madison - Berry Mini Bundt - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Best strawberry matcha of my life!!! Not overly sweet and tasted natural, highly recommend!! Their salad portion was huge, but so healthy. Only downside were the prices, but I guess that's more a downtown Chicago thing. read more

Goddess and the Baker, 181 W Madison - Strawberry Matcha Latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

This was a good and decent meal. I work less than 500 steps away and this is a very valuable and easy lunch spot. It's usually busy but not anything that the staff is not able to handle. I'm always greeted with a smile. The food is really basic but good. read more

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Attached to 181 W Madison this Goddess and the Baker is great for a quick meet-up in the Loop. They have plenty of seating and friendly staff who get out orders quickly. It is important to note that there is no entrance from 181 W Madison and the only door is in the front. I wish I knew this sooner as I made a loop through the building to find this out. The flavor and freshness are consistent with any other I've been to, so no complaints from me! read more

Goddess and the Baker, 181 W Madison - Croissant Chocolate - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I just started working downtown in the loop once a week. I decided to treat myself to breakfast and/or lunch on this singular day. I order the oatmeal and a blueberry matcha online while en route to the office. After getting settled at my desk I head out to pick up my breakfast. 1. I was not greeted when entering this location. 2. I could not find the pick up your food section. It was not labeled and no one offered to direct me to the proper location even though I was clearly not finding what I was looking for. 3. The staff was so interested in their side conversations that they barely pointed me in the right direction after asking for help. 4. Upon picking up my bag there was no spoon for the oatmeal. I had to ask again. 5. When looking at my matcha drink there was no straw in the bag. I had to ask again. The oatmeal met my expectations but I'm not sure how much brown sugar was actually added. The matcha was decent. The service was so poor I don't think I'll spend $20 again on breakfast here. I'll find some place my money is appreciated by the staff. read more

We woke up a little bit late on a Saturday and had some time to enjoy a cup of coffee and some bakery items. As we were leaving the hotel, some guests were enjoying some food and we asked where they had gotten it and they confirmed our choice of goddess in the Baker. A bit of a line to get ordered but great service. I had the egg ham and cheese biscuit which was incredible. The sauce that they put on the sandwich really sets it off and the ham is salty yet sweet and delicious. We sat in a window seat And were able to enjoy the sunshine even on a pretty cold day. This is a great choice for breakfast in the area on the weekends, especially when most other coffee shops are closed. We always go back. read more

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We decided to walk in as our room wasn't ready at the hotel we were staying at. I was surprised by the menu as well as the availability of said items. As we weren't too hungry, we decided to order a latte and an iced oat chai. Also, we went early enough in the morning to avoid the crowds! We also ordered 2 apple treats. One was a galette or tart and the other was a muffin of sorts. We thought it was a single store not knowing it is a small chain, but it was nice to break out of the norm from Los Angeles. The place was cozy, comfortable, and kind of private. I would return again and order their seasonal pastries. read more

Goddess and the Baker, 181 W Madison - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Amazing baked goods, coffee, and service. Loved the vibes ..walked over from my hotel every day for breakfast while in town.

One of my favorite spots to visit while I'm in Chicago, highly recommend!! I personally love this location specifically because they have ample indoor seating. Service is always stellar, sometimes there's a line (usually weekends) but they move through it pretty fast. Food comes out really quick and is delicious! read more

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There are several locations and this was in walking distance of our hotel. I enjoyed the aesthetics and atmosphere. The staff was nice and helpful. I got the smoked salmon platter on a bagel as well as a shaken iced expresso. I left satisfied with the portion and my food selection. I do recommend all to try it. read more

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Highly recommended ! Mouth watering Bakery items. And choices were plenty. Service was friendly. read more

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Was in there this morning waiting for an online order for over 20 minutes with nobody else in the store. Not a single employee asked me or even approached me. I finally went up to the counter and was told "did you hit submit on the order" and turned away. For such a prime location in the loop you would think customer service would be better. For better food on Madison and Franklin visit International Sandwich Shop! Also much fresher! read more

Outstanding food, coffee and atmosphere! The family loved this place. Great service also which really makes this place the GOAT! read more

Goddess and the Baker, 181 W Madison - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Goddess and the Baker was very close to me hotel, so I ended up stopping in for a morning coffee during my stay. They also have a lot of baked goods too, but I didn't actually end up with any. The staff are always very nice and you're in-and-out very quickly. I really liked that they had all the milks and creamers at a separate counter - I'm very particular about how much half&half goes in my coffee, so this was a huge plus fo me. read more

Such a cute cafe! +1000 brownie points for the great music. They have tasty pastries and drinks. All the employees were really friendly and kind. There are many seats with outlets, bar tops and big tables/smaller tables so it's an ideal place to go work on your own or to meet with friends. The interior is very clean, modern and esthetic. Great place for all your social media photos ;) Got the fresh fruit tart, espresso cheesecake bar and iced matcha latte with macadamia nut milk. The crust on the tart was a little hard and the cheesecake tasted a tiny bit powdery but still good nonetheless. I appreciate that both the food items and drinks we got weren't overly sweet. We came on a Friday morning/noon and it was not overly noisy or anything. Cute place with good vibes, worth stopping by :) read more

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Loved this place. One of many locations in downtown Chicago. We chose Madison. Great lattes, breakfast and baked goods. We ate there all 4 mornings of our trip. read more

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I loved this place so much that I went back everyday. Tried new drinks and shared good food. Love the vibes in there. They have really fun merch. They are really busy, but efficient. read more

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A+ call ahead and pickup! Avocado toast on point! Wow beautiful, plentiful, and delicious! The cookie and bar tray was a hit, what I would expect from high end bakery! Just top notch all around! Their reputation speaks for itself. read more

Decided to eat here for lunch because it was recommended by my hotel and I will say it's a cute bakery but I don't think it for me. Don't get my wrong everything looked so good but was lacking in flavor. I got the bacon croissant and the passion fruit lemonade . The lemonade was soooo good. I def recommend that. But next time I would probably try one of their bakery items. The people were really nice and helpful because of my restrictions read more

The atmosphere here is quite stylish. Everything has a clean look with a gold lining. The long booth provides comfortable seating as well. The cookies and cream liquid chocolate was quite tasty, but most of the cup was whipped cream. The breakfast sandwich was nothing special, all of the ingredients tasted standard. I would have liked the bacon to be a little crispier. I'd come here again to try the baked goods since I'm sure that is more their specialty than breakfast sandwiches. The biscuits and croissant muffins look tasty. read more

Goddess and the Baker, 181 W Madison - Cookies and Cream Liquid Chocolate - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

The atmosphere was great, food was delicious. A bit busy and a little bit of a wait but worth it!

I'm sad to say that I was disappointed in my purchases today. Many years ago I visited a different location and got delicious cake, that I still think about. So, when I was back in town years later, and there was one near my hotel, I was excited. I went in early Sunday morning, and grabbed 4 muffins and a strawberry shortcake biscuit, plus an Americano. The coffee was good, the shortcake was lack luster. The muffins were crumbly (especially the Mocha almond)and bland. The chocolate was dry, but the other 3 were moistI was so disappointed, as we split up the muffins to try the 4 flavors. The blueberry was the best of the bunch, but the blueberry flavor wasn't very prominent. I don't know if I'll ever stop in a Goddess And The Baker again. I also want to note, the only cake sold by the slice was carrot or rainbow (might have been the only cake they had at all). Beautiful decor, nice seating inside or outside. Staff seamed pretty friendly, the baked goods were just disappointing. Sad. **** Edit, I looked at my receipt and I see the muffins could have been Vegan and or Gluten Free. This would account for the texture and flavor issues. I'll pay attention in the future, apparently I need gluten and butter and eggs in my baked goods. I will say, I think gluten free items should be kept away from gluten items, as I have a friend that is so sensitive to gluten. She could never eat something that was in such close contact. read more

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WOULD DEFINITELY COME BACK AGAIN! By far the best caprese I have ever had. Balsamic did not overpower the sandwich, instead everything paired together so well! Highly recommend! read more

Goddess and the Baker, 181 W Madison - Chicken Caprese SANDWICH - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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The food was good! The service was great too. For how crowded it was I was impressed with how efficient they were. You waited in line, once you got your order in you waited to be seated. You were seated before your food came out. I was hoping for sit down rather than ordering at the front, but still a pleasant experience. Wish I got more cream cheese. read more

Goddess and the Baker, 181 W Madison - Bagel & Schmear - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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I did an easy pickup order through their website, and I would definitely do that again. It was quicker than the estimated time. The chicken gyro Greek salad was a delicious delight! read more

I truly enjoy visiting the goddess in many parts of the city. I always find their beverages, food, and bakery/pastry items unique and delicious. Today I'm met a friend in the loop location. We opted to get a strawberry Matcha latte iced as well as a iced vanilla latte. I also ordered the breakfast sandwich. All of the beverages were delicious and served with plenty of ice. The breakfast sandwich although very simple with simple ingredients tasted delicious. It was comprised of toast, cheese, bacon, egg, and even guacamole/avocado. I did remove that as I didn't find it, very delicious. Always lively and boisterous in the locations. There's indoor and outdoor seating. Service was fast and friendly, and our order was almost immediately delivered. Good place for working. During busier hours it can be a little challenging finding a seat. There's a parking garage across the street. read more

Goddess and the Baker, 181 W Madison - Sugar-free vanilla latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

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This was a lovely spot! The food was excellent, I'd give the latte 17 stars if I could. Breakfast sandwich amazing, cinnamon roll amazing - everything was delicious. There was plenty of seating, even at 9am on a weekday, and the staff was extremely friendly! I liked how they had water and cups outside so we could freely help ourselves while we were waiting for our food. read more

Goddess and the Baker, 181 W Madison - Large Latte LARGE - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Beautiful spot for a coffee and a quick pastry, or a nice breakfast in. I did get a croissant sandwich which is not pictured. Everyone came out great and it was delicious, ambiance is bright and vibrant. Perfect spot for breakfast. read more

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