I tried levain bakery in New York and loved their cookies! It was my first time here at the chicago location and I had high expectations. I got an oatmeal raisin cookie and it was the BEST oatmeal cookie I've ever had. It tastes like the best dessert for after a meal. I went during the weekend so it was busy but they have so many workers that are efficient and friendly! The inside is very small and o my has space for people to orI highly recommend this location for sure. read more

Omg the cookies! A friend brought back a box of these cookies from Chicago and I am dreaming about them. I know where I'm going next time I'm in town! read more

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Wanted to try Levain cookies and what the hype was about. Service was pretty quick, and staff were friendly. Not a lot of space in the shop to sit and eat. I got the two chip chocolate chip cookies and the walnut chocolate chip cookie. Both were good but nothing out-of-this-world. The two chips were nice in the cookie and you could taste the two chocolates. The cookies were slightly undercooked and gooey in the center. Overall, pretty good. read more

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Can I just pack you up and bring you home??? My girlfriends and I stumbled on Levain after dinner on a Saturday night. The line was out of the door and we wondered what was the commotion at this bakery on a Saturday evening. So we decided to snag a patio table and find out ... whoever said you can't have two desserts? I held down the table outside while the girls promised to take care of things inside. When they came out about 20 minutes later I knew I was in for a treat! This cookie muffin invention is seriously the best thing ever. We had a chocolate chip and a chocolate and peanut butter both warmed to perfection and three tall coffees. I tell you I went straight to heaven. If I had found this bakery earlier in the weekend it would have been a problem! If you ever have the opportunity to visit Levain ... DO IT (& then come back and thank me)! read more

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I LOVE LEVAIN!! I can say with that the quality and taste is the same at every levain bakery location. I have been to the NYC, Boston, and Washington DC locations and can honestly say they have the best cookies. The service is great every employee is always very nice! The person who helped us gave us the one that freshly out so it was all nice and warm! There's no inside seating but a small seating area outside to enjoy the sweet treat! read more

I first had cookies from Levain Bakery when my sister brought home a box. There were five different cookies inside: dark chocolate chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, dark chocolate peanut butter chip, chocolate chip walnut, and two-chip chocolate chip. Every cookie was fresh, warm, and delicious. Our favorite was the chocolate chip walnut, though. They are something special! The only thing I'd change is that I'd put MORE walnuts in the chocolate chip walnut cookies. The chocolate chip peanut butter are my second favorite. We liked the cookies so much that we've since had them delivered via Uber Eats, which is something we normally wouldn't do. Who orders cookies via a delivery app? That's insane to me, but Levain cookies are worth it! I hope Levain Cookie will open new locations so they'll be more accessible to city residents. They're much better than Insomnia Cookies, and they have locations all over the city! read more

Levain Bakery - Chocolate chip walnut - Bakeries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Best cookies ever!!! Need I say more? Yes, it can be a bit pricey but if you like gooey ooeey delicious soft cookies with rich flavor, then this is it. read more

East coast institution, super happy to see Levain make it's way to Chicago! Baked goods are obviously amazing. Espresso was also tasty, but customer service was curt, transactional and not super welcoming. I guess for the price point, this just includes amazing pastries. Ill continue to invest in the amazing baked goods, but online ordering only. read more

These cookies are my all time favorite cookies. It's kinda simple really, not too many complex ingredients or frostings/toppings. I love their caramel chocolate chip cookie, it's my weakness. I enjoy this location because there are so many places to enjoy dinner around and once done, Levain is an easy walk. The shop is small but they have indoor and outdoor seating, not a lot but enough. They are quick and fast with their service and I always find staffing in Chicago to be friendly. I am obsessed and make it a point to visit everytime. read more

You know what, yeah, I understand the hype! I'm only writing this review from 1 experience ordering on DoorDash, and I have nothing but great things to say! They package their take out orders beautifully and my cookies came delivered in perfect condition. I ordered the vegan/gluten-free walnut and chocolate chip cookie for me, and the oatmeal raisin for my dad. Both cookies were perfectly crispy on the outside and chewy with a cake-like texture on the inside. Im excited to check out the actual bakery next time I'm in the area! read more

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Worth every penny!!! Best cookies. Friendly quick service. Cutest Christmas decor outside. read more

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Double chocolate cookie was delicious. The smell of the items baking inside was lovely too. Going back to try the sandwiches.

Just walking down the street in Chicago and came across this cute little shop. I was immediately drawn to the cookies but also saw other baked deliciousness. The combinations were very intriguing. I tried the classic chocolate chip, which was sooo good! It was puffy and soft yet crunchy on the edges which was perfect! The staff were very nice and friendly! Wish I had more time to look at the merch! Would absolutely venture back here when I'm in town. read more

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Wow, delicious cookies. I was surprised at how good they were and their size. Not one bad thing to say. Super fast service and very nice customer service it is a small place so there are no tables to sit around read more

I had always heard about Levain Bakery, so when I stumbled across this location in the West Loop I knew I had to grab something. I went with the Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip cookie and it was everything I imagined it would be. It's almost $6 so it really has to be a treat, but it took me 3 days to eat it because it was so big, and nice and soft too. read more

I stopped by Levain Bakery about 15 minutes before closing, and I was really impressed with the experience from start to finish. Despite the late hour, all the cookies were still in stock, and the staff was super friendly and helpful. I was able to ask questions about the most popular options, and they were happy to guide me. I ended up trying the chocolate coconut, chocolate peanut butter(taste just like eating a peanut butter cup-was my favorite ), oatmeal raisin, and of course, the classic chocolate chip. Each one was rich, fresh, and absolutely delicious the perfect treat. Service was quick, but never rushed, and the staff made me feel genuinely welcome. I'll definitely be back! read more

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These cookies are simply too good! I'm feeling like maybe they should be outlawed. I'm just thankful. I only passed by once in a long while. These cookies are soft, cake like and delicious and you would never know that it is gluten-free. To my knowledge, the chocolate chip walnut cookie is the only one that is gluten-free. I have not tried the others, but they look equally delicious. They are a little pricey, but in my opinion worth every penny. read more

Levain Bakery - Yummy gluten free chocolate chip walnut cookie. - Bakeries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

So delicious! Just wish they were warm. We purchased the Dark days of winter batch. They have a very slight burt smell but still taste great. Cute little place that doesn't have any tables or anywhere to sit. Peanut butter chocolate one was the favorite. read more

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First time trying the very famous cookies. Got the classic chocolate chip with walnut and the monthly special coffee toffee for cookies and some sconces and brioches. They're thick and heavy cookies and definitely taste good! I shared with hubby and baby and everyone was happy haha. read more

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Yes yes yes yes yes!!! Best cookies that I have had in such a long time that are not from your grandma's kitchen! Just thinking about them now makes me drool. I heard about the hype so I had to find out for myself to see if that hype was real. Yep! It's real! My fave cookie bakery at the moment. My fave is hands down the chocolate chip walnut cookie. The first time I sunk my teeth into that warm, slightly crunchy on the edges but oh so gooey and chewy in the middle cookie - I was in heaven. These aren't small cookies either! They are worth every ounce of that $5 that you pay for the one cookie. I had to try the chocolate peanut butter, the oatmeal raisin, and the coconut caramel. All so very good! The ambiance was very welcoming and everything was very bright. The service was great. It was my first time there and I had questions and the man attending to me was very patient and informative. I want to come here again and buy more! You should too if you haven't tried them yet! read more

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Wow! Lives up to the hype. The chocolate chip walnut was soo delicious, perfect amount of sweetness and crispiness but melted chocolatey goodness. Walnut added amazing texture! Highly recommend. The lemon cookie limited edition was good too. read more

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Levain's chocolate chip walnut was a 10/10 cookie!! It was the perfect temperature (not hot or cold), crunchy on the outside and super soft on the inside! Can't wait to come again! read more

Levain Bakery - Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie - Bakeries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Oh unfortunately I love Levain, can't miss tbh. Love a chewy gooey walnut chocolate chip cookie with a hint of cinnamon.

I made my family do a detour to come here since I loved Levain from NYC so much. I still have yet to try the banana bread cuz it's always sold out but overall super yummy cookies. Very unique style of super chonky but super chewy and soft inside Out of all the cookies I've ever tried at Levain, oatmeal raisin is my fav. The texture is just amazing and it's the perfect ratio of burnt edges to chewy insides. It's also not super overly sugary. read more

Levain Bakery - Mostly oatmeal raisin cookie - Bakeries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Wow their cookies are every bit worth the drive to. I love their original chocolate chip. However, their chocolate chocolate chip cookie is killer with a glass of milk. I will be back without a doubt. The service is spectacular and a vibe! read more

I have been dying to try Levain cookies forever, but I don't get downtown very often. So I was overjoyed to finally visit Levain in the West Loop. First of all, the storefront is adorable. Just very inviting! Then you walk inside, and you are met with the most delicious smells. There they were in the glass cases... THE famous Levain cookies. OMG. They are huge...and they look amazing. I order the chocolate chip walnut, the two chip, the caramel coconut chip, the oatmeal raisin, and the lemon (which I believe is seasonal.). They also have other baked goods, including rolls, baguettes with jam and butter, and some cakes. They also sell coffee, lattes, cappuccino, etc. I can't be more specific, because I was so laser focused on the cookies. The cookies are even better than I had hoped. Thick, soft, and generously filled with the promised ingredients. Unlike some other popular cookie places, these cookies are not raw/undercooked in the middle. They are cooked to perfection...not raw, not dried out...I mean total perfection. The young man who took care of us was very pleasant. I am told that there are often long lines, but it was Monday night @ 7:30 pm, and there were only two people ahead of us, and two people behind us. That being said, the employees worked quickly and efficiently, so I would imagine they excel at moving people through the line fairly quickly. It makes me so sad that Levain has no suburban locations, and hence my visits will be few and far between. Hey Levain...there are lots of cookie lovers in the Chicago suburbs...hint hint. If I could give more than five stars, I would. read more

This is a treat when I am in the West Loop and worth every penny! I can't help myself when I am here. I need to try all the new flavors. This week, they had the lemon cookie and lemon cake. I grabbed the hubby one of each as he loves lemon. Me, on the other hand, love's chocolate. They accept cash and credit card. You can purchase drinks which they have milk and I believe non-diary options. This best hands down one of my favorite bakeries, especially for late night treats. read more

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I don't typically crave desserts at any time of the day, but I decided to give Levain a try since my girlfriends were eager to go. I'm so glad I joined them! We tried the dark chocolate chip cookie and the lemon cookie, and both were decadent. The dark chocolate chip cookie was my favourite, it had small chocolate chips that melted in your mouth with each bite. The bakery itself is small, with minimal seating, so most people place take-out orders. Even if you don't have a sweet tooth, I highly recommend giving this place a try, you won't be disappointed! read more

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Levain cookies are always top notch. This was my first time in this particular location. It's super cute and the employee who helped me was really kind and sweet. I had to wait about 10 minutes for the cookies I wanted but that was okay - it meant I got a fresh one! I also picked up a super cute tote bag that the employee said was being discontinued (it was a location specific one). I will say though that while we were waiting two young children came in selling some candy. One of the employees (not the one who assisted me) was incredibly rude to these children. She acted like they were scum on her shoe. It was really sad to see. I bought a pack of gum from one of the kids, but was really disheartened to see how the employee treated them, making faces at them and refusing to speak to them and shooing them away with her hand. Above all things in this world, be kind. Levain cookies will always be 5 stars for the cookie, but that experience was a 0. read more

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I stopped by Leavins after hearing so much buzz, and I have to say--the presentation is top tier. Beautiful packaging, thick cookies, and definitely photo-worthy. I ordered the blueberry muffin cookie and the oatmeal raisin, and both were generously sized with a soft, cake-like texture. That said, the flavor didn't quite match the visual. While the texture was nice, the taste was a bit bland for me--especially with something like oatmeal raisin, where I expect a little more warmth and spice. The blueberry muffin cookie had potential but could've used a flavor boost to really stand out. Still, I'd return to try other options. The vibe was friendly, the concept is solid, and I want to believe I just didn't pick their best that day. Looking forward to giving it another shot! read more

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We stopped by Levain Bakery, a 30-year-old institution, and it definitely lives up to the hype. The cookies are perfectly baked--crispy on the outside yet warm and soft on the inside, with an amazing texture that makes each bite memorable. Their coffee is also worth mentioning--smooth, balanced, and pairs perfectly with the baked goods. My wife absolutely loved it as well. A must-visit if you're in the area! read more

Levain Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I have seen this spot on Instagram for awhile now, so when I saw they had a store in the west loop I wanted to go check it out. I do consider myself a sweets person, but I wanted to like this more than I did. Its a small store front with minimal seating out front. They are most famous for their thick cookies but also sell other things. I wanted to try both! I got the classic chocolate chip cookies, sour cream coffee cake, and cinnamon brioche. The cookies were good, but I guess I just don't personally prefer a huge thick cookie. The sour cream coffee cake was my favorite thing- this had a lot of flavor. The cinnamon brioche was my least- it was more bread than anything else and lacked flavor. Yes- I would try something else, but wouldn't rush to come back. Overall experience 3/5 read more

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I'm so happy Levain Bakery is here in Chicago! This was one of my go-to's in New York so having it in Chicago is a treat. They have the best cookie, the classic chocolate chip walnut cookie is next level. It's gooey and soft in the middle and perfectly sized. It's my favorite out of all the flavors, it's rich and decadent. The cookies are always fresh and if you take it to go, it's best eaten warm. If it's your first time, they offer cookie assortment to try different flavors which I highly recommend. The signature assortment gives the four original flavor: Chocolate Chip Walnut, Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip which are all worth the try! They also offer coffee drinks and if you are a plant-based milk lover like myself they have pistachio milk available which is a rare find in coffee shops. I can't say enough good things about Levain Bakery, it's a must go-to spot for the best cookies! read more

Finally got to try cookies from Levain Bakery and they did not disappoint! The flavors I tried were oatmeal raisin, chocolate chip walnut, and dark chocolate chip. Every cookie was thick, gooey, and packed with flavor. They're big in size too so definitely sharable. If you're a fan of a soft, chewy interior with a slightly crisp outside, these cookies are a must. Can't wait to see what they have later for the holidays! read more

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OBSESSED!! The cookies are indulgent (but surprisingly not overly sweet), buttery, and delicious! Our favorite cookie is the coconut caramel one. It's a must try! read more

Levain Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Love the vanilla ice cream with two chip chocolate cookies!!!!! Ice cream is creamy and not overly sweet at all. I had to take a bite before the picture read more

Levain Bakery - Vanilla ice cream & two chip chocolate - Bakeries Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Just as good and friendly as the other locations. I'm a sucker for these cookies and will easily spend $40. Place is clean, service is great as usual. Nice to see more locations open and quality stay the same. read more

The West Loop location is located in a popular neighborhood and when we visited it was an hour before closing and there was a constant stream of people coming in. Ended up getting my favorite Two Chip Chocolate Cookie and a latte. I've been to several Levain through the country and gotta say, their consistency from store to store has always surprised me and no different here! Cookie was warm and the latte was good. Obviously can't compare to specialty coffee shops but it's solid. Friendly staff here as well. read more

The cookies are epic, the holiday tins are adorable, baguette is so good, and the service is friendly. It smells so good the minute you walk in. The holiday decor outside is nice too. read more

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Levain was okay, and worth a stop since I had an appointment across the street. Cookies seem to be their big thing here, and the cookies are indeed quite good. They're pretty large, which they absolutely should be for $5 per cookie. I got a coconut caramel chocolate chip (I think it was called) and if I didn't know it was a cookie I'd have thought it was a savory biscuit! It was really good. I also picked up a baguette because when I'm at a place with baguette, I like to pick one up to freeze if I'm not having it that day so I can pull some out for when it's time for pasta. I thought it was going to take me forever to get through here but it only took a few minutes. This would be a special occasion bakery and not a destination one, as there wasn't anything too out of the ordinary and I don't go to a bakery just for cookies, but I'd stop here again if in the neighborhood. read more

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