I love the customer service and options of pastries. We had a custom cake made too and recommended…read moreto anyone!

My first time here. I got the pineapple empanada since I love all empanadas type foods from all…read moredifferent cultures & also a croissant with custard filling. Both were very delicious & very fresh. I forgot I bought the croissant & it tasted great 2 days later sitting in my fridge. Service is cheerful & it's a spacious space. I don't recall if there was seating so probably no. Pro tip: The neighbourhood in this part of town isn't great but as long as you do your due diligence & don't look like an easy target with your purse, it's all good.

This place is an amazing little gem in Mundelein. Everything here is made fresh by the staff who…read moreare so sweet! The setup is just great, with old wood and glass cabinets filled with fresh pastry's. You get a tray and a set of tongs at the front and just walk through piling them on your plate. I can't say how much we loved finding this place, and how great everything we got was!

Well it may be very good, but when you call for information on ordering a cake and they can't speak…read moreEnglish to take my order....very disappointing!

After moving from LA, where I frequented the same panadería since I was a little girl, I was…read morethrilled to find La Luz so close to my new home. Walking in smells heavenly, and they have hand sanitizer as soon as you enter. The bolillo is perfectly soft and has a great flavor and texture. They have a wide range of pan dulce, each more mouth watering than the next. The tamales can be ordered ahead of time, even if it is a small order! The guy working the cash register is always pleasant and everyone greets you when you walk in. Personally, the tamales de carne roja were my favorite. I felt the tamales de raja were more masa than queso, but I would probably get them again if I really wanted some. I can't wait to try the cakes they offer, and will be coming here for any of my panaderia needs!

Wanted a snack after a long hike & came in later in the day. He said they close at 6pm Sat & closed…read moreon Sun. The friendly guy at the counter said that they are changing their name as per the new storefront sign. This is a casual Mexican bakery with great prices. Loved all food items that I chose & I didn't chose his recommendations so those might even be better. He recommended items with ginger, coconut & traditional delights. We also did not warm up the pastries so that is how delicious the bakery items were Everything was so fresh tasting & hit the spot. I appreciate that things were not overly sweet. Recommended items: -Pineapple empanadas. -This square custard tart with real blueberries in it. -Strawberry churros. I look forward to hikes that will lead me back down this way & trying more yummy items.

Best pies ever! In the past, I have bought the apple crumb pie, fudge bottom, strawberry glaze,…read moreBourbon Spiced Pecan Pie, "Pie See What You Did There" (blueberry cream (one of my faves) etc. They gave fun unique names to most of the pies, and I didn't reference them all here. Find out for yourselves! So glad they'll be returning to the farmer's market. Next time I'm in town, I'll definitely stop by. Heather only makes high quality pies, using the best ingredients, so I highly recommend!!! See what I did there? Don't miss it!!!

Super easy to work with. You can order your pie through Facebook or in person at one of the markets…read morethey attend. One of the best pies my family has ever had. Great people, great product.

Wow! Their pasties and cakes are high quality and value for the price!…read more They can create any custom cake for you. The pastries and cakes we ate were so tasty and not sweet at all! We sampled some of their cakes and all of my kids would fight over the Mil Hojas pastry instead! The Mil Hojas is a puff pastry filled with cream topped with white chocolate mousse and fresh fruit. It was the only thing the kids wanted to eat more of. I liked the coco flan. The horchata cupcake was good too. Make sure to call and reserve your order ahead of time. They do a lot of little pastries for company parties. Check out their Facebook page for their updated specials and deals! Their service was top notch when we first walked in the door. They will take care of their customers like their own family! Plenty of space to eat inside enjoying their tasty pastries and cakes with a European flair! Plenty of space to park in front and in back too! I am ordering again for their variety of assorted pastries for our next family gathering! Julio was so great at answering our questions and welcoming us to their family owned business that I thought they should franchise. So, I would recommend this to my family and friends for any occasion!

Samaris is a nice neighborhood bakery and pastries shop with a good variety of offerings. I went to…read morehere to get some drinks. Their main menu on the wall had the standard coffee drinks and the option of adding flavors but I was looking for specialty drinks like seasonal lattes, etc. and I couldn't find those. I heard a customer before me asking about Matcha drinks and a staff member said they have Guava Matcha Latte. Then I saw an electronic menu advertising specialty drinks. From it, I ordered their Pumpkin Tropical Matcha and from their regular menu, a seasonal and festive drink called Alote. I also got a Pecan Biscotti and a Strawberry Empanada. The drinks were good in taste. I liked them both. The Alote was my favorite. It's a corn-based beverage with cinnamon and nuts. The pricing of the specialty drinks was on the pricey side. The Pumpkin Tropical Matcha was $7. I received good service. Check them out.

Relax at a table right under the Eiffel Tower replica. This family owned business is the real deal…read more Authentic French food served quickly by friendly servers.

This Parisienne themed bistro is adorable! You can't help but to want to sit at a table next to the…read morelower portion of the Eiffel Tower. The pastry cabinets are filled with all types of yummy goodness. But wait, what if I want breakfast and I am gluten free. According to the menu, they have a gluten free toast. That being said, I highly suspect contamination is a challenge in here. I sat down and was promptly met with what I believe was the owner. She helped clarify some questions I had like is the Swiss cheese on the Paris Special, American Swiss or Emmental since Swiss cheese is only an American thing. It is American Swiss for those asking. When in Rome I guess. The Paris Special is diced ham, eggs, and Swiss cheese on a croissant. I also ordered the diced potatoes with onion. The sandwich was good. Eggs were cooked perfectly, ham was diced out of a bag by the texture of it... it was fine. The croissant was very buttery, but I felt it was so buttery, it lost some exterior texture a fresh croissant may have. The potatoes were very tasty, but were dripping in oil on the plate. One thing that seemed to surprise me was me was the unsweetened iced tea. I felt it had black currant in it. That was lovely! Overall, this place is good. The price was not so great. But it is definitely cheaper than a trip to Paris.

This is a lovely bakery/coffee shop. Went with a friend and we both enjoyed delicious iced teas,…read morehers a berry one and mine a mint, brought to our table, hand steeped, iced and sweetened to our preferences. We enjoyed macaroons, ginger molasses cookie and an éclair that rivals the ones I enjoyed in Paris. The bakery cases are filled with pastries and sweets to seriously tempt you. Parking lot access from behind the shop with a door leading into the shop and next door florist. The shop is beautifully decorated, pristinely clean with happy, helpful staff. So impressed, a real gem!

So very happy that this place opened up. Can't talk enough about this cute place. Meet all the…read morerequirements of the cute, warm, friendly neighborhood coffee place. Everything is worth the penny. Fresh from the oven and coffee is delicious. God bless they have saved me drive to Barrington all the way for good coffee and bakery.

Amazing cannolis and shakes!!! First time trying and will definitely be coming back! Great customer…read moreservice as well:)

This shop is such a treasure! The staff are always friendly, and the cannolis are so good!…read more Today, we purchased several three packs of mini cannoli, including chocolate peanut butter, traditional, chocolate orange, and lemon. These are not grocery store cannolis--these are made with real ingredients--pistachios, peanuts, lemon and orange peels. We also had to grab a piece of cannoli cake. The shop is small, but in the cutest midcentury style building, and in the warmer weather, picnic tables are available outside. Don't be surprised if the staff offer you a fork with your purchases, so you can enjoy the treats right away! The owners also conduct classes, which we really want to attend in the future. They also offer catering. So happy to support this small business!

Service was slow--only because they were taking excellent care of the people before me, and I was…read moreinpatient and dieing to get my order in my mouth.

Nice variety of artisan breads, always fresh and ready to go! The monkey bread and rosemary scones…read moreare the best! Must arrive early for the best selections of breads and pastries. Since they bring in inventory from their sister store in Evanston. What you see is what they have, so don't expect a secret stash in the back. If you want specific items or need to feed a large group, order online in advance. Knowledgeable friendly staff are always on deck.

We just LOVE Holcomb Hollow. So many exceptional vegan and gluten free desserts. We have a number…read moreof people in our family with food allergies, including a kid with a very complex list. Holcomb Hollow has consistently had treats that he can safely eat and enjoy. They have since provided him with his first ever brownie, pumpkin pie, and donut. As a food allergy mom, nothing beats having your kid feel "normal" and have a safe alternative at an event, party, etc. we've really appreciated the range of options HH offers, and some of their specialty items that they over over different holidays. The ladies are always kind to look up the ingredient list for me when I pick up from the bakery to confirm that items are safe. There are MANY local places that offer HH treats, and we've enjoyed seeking them out whenever we can.

As you can see, we nibbled before we got to take the pictures!…read more But, that's because they're really, really good. Perfect balance of flavors and textures, expertly done. Looking forward to seeing them in the city again at another event!