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Goddess and the Baker serves a truly delicious breakfast. You can tell by the long line to order! The place was packed. There was plenty of seating as half the people were to-go orders. Seating indoors and outdoors. Food came out decently quick. Both of our orders were delicious and had a great presentation. My plain iced latte came with a muffin on top! So many amazing looking food in the display case, it was hard to not let my eyes be bigger than my stomach. Can't wait to come again and try something else.
I love the Goddess brand, usually I go to the one on Wabash but I'll have to check this one out more as it is much more spacious for indoor and outdoor seating. A small wait to get a drink but it's busy and they work hard for good quality. We need more of them everywhere!
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.
The amount of outdoor seating right on Madison is fantastic. On a cool summer morning, this was perfect. The service was helpful and gave suggestions. Offered to warm up the blueberry muffin. The breakfast sandwich was great. Thank you GAB team!!!
Fun interior with comfortable seating indoor. They also have outdoor seating options available. Service was relatively fast. Food and drinks were good. Large selection of pastries and drinks. I would like to try more of what they have to offer in the future.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
While visiting Chicago, I wanted to get coffee at a local shop rather than one of the big coffee shops. Goddess and the Baker was in walking distance of the hotel. I'm so glad I picked this location. The food was fantastic. The coffee is great and the ambience lovely. The staff provided the utmost care in the service I received. Whether you are local or visiting, I highly recommend you visit one of their locations. You will not be disappointed.
Cute busy spot. Went with the ham and cheese croissant - warmed and a latte. Seems to be a nice meeting spot.
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!
I recently started working back downtown, so I've had the chance to try a few spots near my office. I've passed Goddess and the Baker so many times and finally decided to stop in. Luckily, I signed up for the app and received $10 off my first order. I tried the tiramisu latte, which was amazing, along with a breakfast croissant sandwich that was really tasty. I also loved the jelly they served with it. The café was pretty busy, so next time I'll definitely order ahead. The space itself was spacious and cute, with a really nice atmosphere. It's a little pricey, but worth it as an occasional treat. They also had a great variety of pastries that looked delicious. read more
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Tamar M.
Jemyra, we are so glad you enjoyed your first visit and that the…
It's always the small details that draw up the big picture. Goddess, had a delicious coffee, and with every coffee they serve the most delicious little cookie, it's almost like an added surprised you're not expecting but thrilled to receive. Amazing service and typical coffee shop vibe, some work, romance and chatter to make it the coziest little spot! read more
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Gaby, we're so thrilled you enjoyed your coffee and our little cookie…
I loved this place so much during my trip I came all 3 days for breakfast. I got the tiramisu latte and Turkish delight latte. Both were great. I also got the bagel and schmear. Pricey for what it is but very good. read more
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Kinjal, we are so glad you enjoyed your visit with us! We appreciate…
Goddess and the Baker serves a truly delicious breakfast. You can tell by the long line to order! The place was packed. There was plenty of seating as half the people were to-go orders. Seating indoors and outdoors. Food came out decently quick. Both of our orders were delicious and had a great presentation. My plain iced latte came with a muffin on top! So many amazing looking food in the display case, it was hard to not let my eyes be bigger than my stomach. Can't wait to come again and try something else. read more
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Emily, we are so glad you enjoyed your breakfast experience with us!…
4 months ago
I love the Goddess brand, usually I go to the one on Wabash but I'll have to check this one out more as it is much more spacious for indoor and outdoor seating. A small wait to get a drink but it's busy and they work hard for good quality. We need more of them everywhere! read more
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Tamar M.
Brandon, thank you so much for the wonderful feedback! We're so glad…
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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Tamar M.
Sarah, thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback!…
4 months ago
The amount of outdoor seating right on Madison is fantastic. On a cool summer morning, this was perfect. The service was helpful and gave suggestions. Offered to warm up the blueberry muffin. The breakfast sandwich was great. Thank you GAB team!!! read more
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Tamar M.
Gabriel, we are so glad you enjoyed your experience on our Madison…
Fun interior with comfortable seating indoor. They also have outdoor seating options available. Service was relatively fast. Food and drinks were good. Large selection of pastries and drinks. I would like to try more of what they have to offer in the future. read more
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Tamar M.
Omar, thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are so glad you…
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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Tamar M.
Lisa, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We're…
1 year ago
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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Tamar M.
Phylise, thank you for the incredible review! We're glad you enjoyed…
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
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Tamar M.
Katy, thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We're…
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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Tamar M.
Keisha, we appreciate your kind words and feedback! We're excited to…
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
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Holly, thank you for visiting. We're delighted you enjoyed our…
4 months ago
While visiting Chicago, I wanted to get coffee at a local shop rather than one of the big coffee shops. Goddess and the Baker was in walking distance of the hotel. I'm so glad I picked this location. The food was fantastic. The coffee is great and the ambience lovely. The staff provided the utmost care in the service I received. Whether you are local or visiting, I highly recommend you visit one of their locations. You will not be disappointed. read more
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Tracy, we are so glad you enjoyed your visit to our Madison Street…
5 months ago
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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Tamar M.
J B., we're so glad you enjoyed your ham and cheese croissant and…
2 years ago
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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Tamar M.
Natalie, we appreciate your feedback and are thrilled you enjoyed our…
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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Eric, we're thrilled you enjoyed exploring our diverse menu items…
1 year ago
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Jennifer, thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted you…
2 months ago
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Luis, thank you so much for the wonderful recommendation! We're so…
1 month ago
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Hello Dan, thank you so much for the wonderful rating! We're thrilled…
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
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Song, thank you for the kind words about your experience at Goddess…
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
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Ashley, we are so glad you enjoyed your visit to Goddess and the…
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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Ariel, we appreciate your feedback and are thrilled to hear that you…
2 years ago
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
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Anthony, thank you for your feedback about our Goddess and the Baker.…
1 year ago
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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Christopher, thank you for taking the time to share your experience…
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
10 months ago
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Rob, we're pleased you enjoyed the cool vibe and found our coffee and…
2 years ago
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
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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Zainab, thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are so glad you…
2 years ago
Highly recommended ! Mouth watering Bakery items. And choices were plenty. Service was friendly. 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
8 months ago
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Kristen, we're pleased you enjoyed our baked goods and coffee during…
2 years ago
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Michelle, we are so glad you enjoyed your experience at Goddess and…
1 year ago
Outstanding food, coffee and atmosphere! The family loved this place. Great service also which really makes this place the GOAT! read more
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Jamie, we're thrilled you and your family loved our food, coffee,…
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
1 year ago
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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Joel, we're delighted you loved our Madison location and enjoyed our…
2 years ago
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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Laura, thank you so much for your positive review! We strive to…
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