I loved this boutique coffee store. If I had to sum up Andersonville, this store would be the…read moreepitome of the neighborhood. When we got into the store, there was a line to get pastries/food first, and then placing our order for drinks. My Americano was delicious and steaming hot. The salmon on bread was also pretty good as it reminded me of a lox on a bagel, instead on bread. The best part about this place was the ambiance. Although it felt a little cramped inside, it was nice to just have the morning cup of coffee there. If it were a nicer day outside, I would have opted to sit outside.

Came here on a Sunday morning with my partner and child. We had never been before and heard so many…read moregood things about this place. It was great! We got the spinach feta pasty, and sticky bun. I had a cold brew and my partner got the drip. My child had the spelt chocolate chip cookie, which he enjoyed. Great place to come for pastries and coffee. There isn't much room to sit, it was very busy when we were here seating wise. The staff were nice, quick. Overall a pleasant experience.

We ordered delivery for breakfast and tried the viral stuffed bagel with bacon bits. It was more of…read morea garlic knot with not enough cream cheese so didn't feel like a breakfast item but more of a heavy lunch or dinner bread. It also didn't really have a good bagel texture. It's definitely overhyped. The cachito on the other hand was really tasty. I don't normally like ham but this was a delicious kolache type pastry either a lot of cream cheese and ham bits (again could have done without the ham) and really soft. We also got the blueberry muffin based on the raved reviews but this was nothing special.

My friends and I came to this coffee shop with my 3 year old daughter and we absolutely loved it…read more The atmosphere is really cool and they have board games to play at your table. We ordered the lavender Matcha and the strawberry Matcha and it was absolutely divine. We also had the passionfruit tart, the Tres, Leche cake and the spinach feta croissant. I highly recommend this coffee shop in would return in a heartbeat.

We liked it a lot. Great Almand croissant and Turkey sandwich. We also had a Banana Choco muffin…read more Everything was delicious.

The macaroons are delicious and the manager, Angie, is incredible! I ordered 60 white macaroons…read morethis past weekend for a bridal luncheon last minute and Angie was so accommodating and helpful. She followed up with me several times to keep me posted and had the macaroons ready for me at the promised pick up time. They were a hit at the luncheon! Thank you, Angie! You are the best!

Floriole Cafe is the perfect spot to go to with your girlfriends on a Saturday morning after a…read moreworkout. It was light and airy, got lots of space and several bakery items that were delicious. We got the almost croissant, a quiche, and a couple other items that were so yum. The croissant was very well made and just melted in your mouth. They also offered to make a banana bread latte for me cause I wanted something sweet! And it was pretty good.

Great ambiance. Loved how spacious the inside is and the outside seating was also nice. The Buffalo…read moreturkey pie was yummy but a bit dry. Wish it had more Buffalo sauce. The apple cider was great and I liked the texture of the Halloween cookie. Would definitely recommend.

Spinning J, in Chicago, is a terrific space in a 1900's building, decorated with salvaged marble…read moresurfaces, brass fixtures, reclaimed wood, and deliberately mixed vintage serving ware. The mains menu is creative and rather short. There are creative cocktails. They excel in their offerings of sweets and sweet soft-beverages. We were wow-ed a the grilled cheese with guava! Just imagine! Luscious doesnt begin to describe it. We splurged on a peanut butter salted-caramel malted milkshake! Plus we got a bagel and sweets to go. It's not an enormous restaurant. If there's a line, it's worth waiting :-)

Such an authentic cafe. It truly reminded me of Viennese cafes scattered across the city. These…read moreplaces aren't trying to prove themselves and be like everyone else. We got a bunch of things, but our absolute favorite was the pecorino biscuit. That thing with jam and butter was truly divine. We also got the biyali but with Salmon. I'm not the biggest giardiniera fan so I'd recommend the biyali without it. I'd also recommend getting it with the smoked trout because with Salmon it tasted like other loxs. The sourdough cinnamon roll was solid and the sourdough wasn't overpowering. I would just say, make sure to get it warmed up. Hibiscus key lime pie was good, but nothing to ring home about.

This is the perfect neighborhood sandwich shop. I love the cozy interior. I have been twice and I…read morecan't wait to come back. The homemade bread for the sandwiches takes it to the next level. I loved the chicken pesto sandwich. The workers are kind and the sandwiches come out quickly.

It's hard to find places nowadays that offer up both high quality food at affordable prices, and…read morePanes is out here filling that gap! I went around 6:30pm on a weekday and things were pretty quiet- although this seemed to be popular for takeout, the interior was very cute and there was ample room for seating. They have an extensive menu of delicious sandwiches on homemade bread, so it was hard to pick just one! I opted for the roast beef sandwich, and it could have definitely lasted for two moderately sized meals. It took a bit longer than expected to come out, but it was perfectly toasted and truly made to order. The unsung hero of the sandwich was the rosemary ciabatta bread, which added that subtle extra flavor that would remind you this is a speciality spot. The avocado and grilled onions with melty cheese made for a well rounded rich flavor. I do think the beef could have been a tiny bit fresher and think a more flavorful aioli would have upped the sandwich, but overall it was still tasty and satisfying. I would definitely return to try more of the sandwiches and recommend paying a visit! I

Small coffee shop with big personality! It's tucked in a corner in Bucktown. We stopped by to grab…read morecoffee and matcha on our way out of Chicago. They open early, have very friendly baristas. See pics for ambiance. The latte was strong and the barista let me know the matcha had no sweetener (which I appreciate because I've ordered matcha from other coffee shops and they don't let me know syrups are added to it). Highly recommend!

I helped move my friend into her new apartment nearby so we had to find her new local coffee spot…read moreand this is totally it. What a cute and fun cafe! The employees were friendly, the vibe was fun, and the coffee was delicious. I ordered a lavender honey latte with oat milk. I typically find these to be too heavy on the lavender but this was the perfect ratio of flavors. My friend enjoyed her pistachio latte! My son wanted coffee too, so they gave him a small cup of whipped cream which was sweet. They have a decent sized menu with great options. We ordered egg bites which everyone enjoyed. There are only a few tables inside with some stools set up at the window. It's small but there is space outside too. They have a window you can order at on the side of the building. Can't wait to go back!

Our experience with Bittersweet Bakery was exceptional from beginning to end. We ordered our…read morewedding cake from Bittersweet, and they made the entire process enjoyable and stress-free. The cake tasting was a wonderful experience, giving us plenty of delicious options to choose from while helping us create the perfect cake for our special day. Throughout the entire process, their communication was outstanding. They kept us informed every step of the way and worked directly with our wedding venue, "Firehouse Chicago", to coordinate the delivery and logistics. Everything was handled seamlessly, and our cake arrived exactly as planned without a single issue. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, but Bittersweet's professionalism, organization, and proactive approach gave us one less thing to worry about. Their attention to detail and commitment to excellent customer service truly stood out. One feature we especially love is that they keep the recipe and design of your wedding cake on file. Every anniversary, they can recreate your wedding cake or a cake in any size you choose. We've continued this tradition, and each anniversary cake has been just as delicious as the original while bringing back wonderful memories of our wedding day. If you're looking for a bakery that is responsive, dependable, and delivers an outstanding product, I highly recommend Bittersweet Bakery for your wedding cake or any bakery needs. They responded promptly to our questions and requests, unlike some businesses that never replied to estimate inquiries. Their customer service and quality were truly exceptional. A heartfelt thank you to Samuel who conducted the Cake Tasting and the entire staff at Bittersweet Bakery for helping make our dream wedding a reality. We will always be grateful and look forward to celebrating many more anniversaries with your incredible cakes.

The pastries at bittersweet will never disappoint. I grew up going to this bakery and the quality…read morehas never wavered. The quiche is always fantastic, and anything out of the pastry case is a must. Drinks are good as well! Such a cozy spot to grab coffee with a friend (or give in to the temptation of snagging a pastry on your way to the brown line)