I've been wanting to come here for awhile because I think the bakery items are all made here. I've heard amazing things about the cinnamon rolls, but their muffins looked so good I got one of those instead. I chose the strawberries and cream muffin and it was sooo soft and delicious. I also got their specialty coconut mocha iced coffee and it was so good!!! It's located right in downtown West Chicago next to the little history museum. There's also a few vintage shops nearby so you can make a day out of it! I'll need to come back to try their cinnamon rolls and the other bakery items because they all looked great. read more

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This was my first time in. The lady who looked after me was absolutely charming, the frittata was fluffy, piping hot and delicious. It's a very cute place and I will definitely be back for the cinnamon roll I was eyeing while I was purchasing my frittata. read more

Delightful, clean, peaceful and delicious as a non-coffee drinker it is always a test to see how well they handle tea and my chai was top-notch!!! read more

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Nice little place to grab a coffee, bakery treat, or light breakfast. The people are very friendly and helpful. The bakery is delicious and a bacon and cheese frittata was a little different than I'm used to but very tasty. I'd love to see some expansion in the savory offerings. We really were impressed at how nice and comfortable this little place was. We will be back. read more

Raised Bakery & Cafe - Bacon and cheese frittata. Unusual but very light and tasty. - Bakeries Near Me - West Chicago, Illinois

I have been here three times and love it. The cinnamon rolls are delightful and I love the mini's because they are the right size for a sweet treat. When I go in, I usually get a tray of Minis (15 smaller cinnamon rolls) for when company is coming over, or I have to take a dish to someone's house. My husband and I love splitting a bacon and cheese frittata. It's light and lovely and enough for two. Have had the turkey and Havarti cheese sandwich with a small salad was a wonderful lunch. Have tried their soups but will in the future. Look for the bakery next to the fountain in downtown West Chicago. You will be glad you did. read more

I had never visited the West Chicago downtown area prior to today but wanted to check out this brand new bakery called Raised Bakery and Cafe. The vibes inside are welcoming and modern (definitely "come in and stay a while"), and I was immediately greeted. There is a nice selection of high top tables and low tables with seating for groups of two or four with a larger table towards the back. Large, clean bathrooms too! I ordered my baked goods to go and also got an Americano. They pulled a super tasty and smooth espresso for my Americano, but I would have loved for half-and-half to be offered. (I was told the options were whole, skim, and oat.) I did not check at the coffee cream/sugar station for half-and-half, so that may be on me! The pastries were fantastic. The snickerdoodles had a great crunch on the outside but a soft and chewy interior. The chocolate chip cookies were thick but fully baked in the center. (I need to know their secret!) The scones and muffin were the perfect accompaniment to my coffee, and I will enjoy more tonight with some tea. Based on taste, the in-house bakery is clearly well-stocked with quality ingredients, and I overheard the owner telling another customer how she uses fresh-frozen berries in her pastries and not the dried option. I heard people talking how the offerings of food will be expanded in the new year, and I can't wait to try that. I always love supporting small business and this one is not to be missed. read more

This is such a delicious gem in downtown West Chicago!! I had a turkey & havarti cheese sandwich on focaccia bread (and it had sliced green apples on it, my favorite!!!) along with an iced lavender latte. It was all really good, definitely recommend. The staff were all so nice and welcoming, it was my first time visiting but the staff made me feel like a loved "regular". The ambiance is very chill, no pressure to eat and leave, I had my lunch and read my book and never felt rushed. I'm definitely going to become a legit regular here :) read more

Raised Bakery & Cafe - Turkey & havarti cheese sandwich on focaccia bread along with an iced lavender latte. It was all really good, definitely recommend! - Bakeries Near Me - West Chicago, Illinois

Raised has a great atmosphere and really good pastries. Everything is nuanced, nothing is cloyingly sweet. It's so nice to have this local option in a great downtown. Excited to see it grow! read more

So good! Just opened up in downtown WeGo and it's very welcome! I got an apple pie muffin and a cinnamon toast one as well, along with a London Fog latte. The muffins were moist on the inside yet firm structurally and very generous coated with their respective sauces and powders. The latte was one of the best London Fogs I've ever had. Went about 11:30 so it wasn't busy but definitely picked over, so get there early! Last week I picked up cinnamon rolls from there around 9 and they were to die for -- so fresh and sweet. In a prime location on Main Street so it's super easy to get to! Similar decor to other cafes but I noticed the chairs were padded which was awesome. Can't wait to come back! read more

Raised Bakery & Cafe - Cinnamon toast and apple pie muffins! - Bakeries Near Me - West Chicago, Illinois

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What they have is very good and the staff is very friendly. It's a welcoming environment.

This place is great! The owner is super sweet and both the food and pastries are incredible. Everything I've had is absolutely delicious. Definitely worth a visit! read more

Raised Bakery values hospitality and deserves your business. I placed a bakery box order yesterday and the owner was kind enough to have it ready for me early this morning. When I arrived, everything was nicely packed and still warm from the oven. The scones, muffins and cinnamon rolls were ALL incredibly delicious. Several co-workers asked where I bought them from. It is obvious that the owner cuts no corners in her baking! Please support this wonderful gem in downtown West Chicago. read more

This spot has so much potential! The interior is super cute, and they offer a great selection of baked goods. A few things to note: they don't carry bread (I was hoping they would!), and they don't have cinnamon powder or honey for coffee drinks, which was a bit disappointing. However, they do offer alternative milk options, which is a plus. We had a stroller with us, and the space inside was pretty tight, so I wouldn't recommend bringing one on a busy day. The staff was friendly, and we ordered a cinnamon roll, blueberry muffin, a latte, and a cappuccino. The cinnamon roll with cream cheese frosting was delicious, the blueberry muffin was just okay, and our drinks were good despite being unsweetened--at least the coffee quality was high! We'll definitely be back, and I'd love to try their lunch options next time! read more

This was our first time trying this bakery, and we were blown away! The scones were absolutely delicious -- perfectly baked with a wonderful texture and just the right amount of sweetness. The bread was equally fantastic, fresh, soft on the inside, and full of flavor. You can tell everything is made with care and high-quality ingredients. I'm so glad we decided to stop in and give this place a try. It definitely exceeded our expectations. The staff was also very friendly and welcoming, which made the experience even better. I will definitely be visiting this bakery again very soon! read more

Walked in excited and i was very disappointed. Limited menu. got 2 croissants that are rock hard. My ice tea is flavorless. out of the coffee syrup i wanted. definitely not coming back read more

Delicious soup, sandwiches, scone and decaf coffee! The staff could not have been kinder to me as I use a walker to move safely. The food was great, the cafe was comfortable and welcoming of what appeared to be all ages and accommodated solo diners and small groups in their cozy space. read more

Finally something good in downtown WeGo! Took my daughter here on a hot chocolate date the other morning, hot chocolate was really good and baked goods looked amazing. Can't wait for them to flesh out the rest of the menu. read more