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A wonderful family run business stop in here when the freight train is rolling through you won't regret it! Super friendly service and affordable prices, authentic Italian place. Great focaccia too! I'll have to return to get a sausage sub during the weekdays as they don't offer them on the weekends And as a sidenote, they have the most amazing tiramisu n a delicious little eggplant wrap, and sausage wrap in the fridge and are convenient n portable. Store itself is has a great assortment of Italian goodies that you'll need if you're cooking your own Italian food at home it's a simple grocery store while small. It's cute and understated with coolers and freezers filled with good things that you can take home. Like the great chicken Parmesan or a take n bake lasagna. But this ultimately is a great place to get wonderful fresh baked bread and friendly service at the counter.
Small family owned Italian bakery. They were very welcoming and friendly when I came it. They have a small but perfect menu to meet your needs there prices are very reasonable. I had an Italian sub for $5 and it was made fresh. The bread was fresh and had that perfect crunch. The meat was perfect, but I wish there was more flavor. They have a lot of different breads and homemade dishes for available also. Im looking forward to going back to my new found favorite spot in the neighborhood.
I drive by this bakery on my way to work sometimes and decided to stop by to try some of their offerings. I got a chicken foccacini(?), meatball foccacini, frozen eggplant parm, loaf of italian bread, chocolate cannoli, kolache and rainbow cookies. So the frozen eggplant parmesan was very good. It reheated nicely, was very flavorful and a nice sized portion. The bread was light and airy with a thin crisp crust. The freshly filled cannoli was good. The rainbow cookie was also good, but I could tell it was getting a little stale/dry. The foccacini was not great. There was a large piece of chicken breast in the chicken foccacini, not a bad thing. It was a good price and very filling. However, the meatball foccacini seemed too soft or underdone. Maybe I'm not used to their meatballs, but it was so soft that I thought it wasn't cooked thoroughly. I microwaved it to nuke it, but it still stayed that undercooked-like texture. Maybe too much filler? It was off putting. Also the kolache dough was also undercooked. The dough at the bottom was very thick and puddy-like. I will stay away from those in the future. I read so many good things about this bakery, so I'm willing to give other items a try. And the bakery owner was sooo friendly and sweet, I have to go back!
This was a great stop off my usual beating path. As I zipped by on Cermak the awning caught my eye. CANNOLIS.... Bread ect. But my attention was already won. You don't put Cannoli on the awning if you cant throw down in that arena. Instantly I risked my life on a U-ey to get back to the parking lot. Although they are off a bit from a neighborhood, that didn't diminish the feel Pina gave me that this place is about family and friends. I perused the shop while she finished up with what surly sounded like a regular. She filled my box with an assortment that suited the moment. They were all excellent and deserve praise. But this was a Cannoli run! The tap test: taking a fork and tapping the lightly bubbled shell. She sounded solid and full without an echo. The pistachio tap caused no failure of the nut positions. A++ The push: because the shell was fresh with perfect conformation I pressed into the mid area with the fork saddle..SNAP..CRACK. What a glorious sound. As i rested the fork I couldn't help the excitement I was feeling as that sweet smell of the crust and a puff of powdered sugar transcended to my sniffers. The smooth operator: you know that rhythmic cadence you get while riding the "L" du-dun du-dun; du-dun du-dun" over and over. That filling must have endured rhythms of a dozen Howard to 95 legs. I have not had smoother, the ratios were spot on and the opposition of crunch and sweet was endearing. Satisfaction: restaurants to me are about the people and the palate. Pina assured me that for my Italy trip I could not go wrong with the Amalfi Coast this summer. I can't wait to compare the Toscano/Ritacca masterpiece to the motherlands As an out of towner I will return! Enjoy LK
I'm really happy that places like this still exist because I believe it's it's still important to have small businesses, and I also think this is a way to have true authenticity in regards to how traditional Italian food should be made. Located in the western suburbs of Chicago, this is like stepping back in time when you walk through the doors. You are surrounded by so many delicious choices, it's hard just to pick one thing! Lots of traditional desserts, good deli options, and sandwiches don't go in here hungry! The owners which I suspect are husband and wife, are very helpful, and are willing to answer any questions you might have. On top of food, you can also pick out t-shirts, stickers or expresso sets. I recommend this place to anyone who grew up with old-school Italian food, or just want to try something new authentic and delicious
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4 months ago
Traditional Nice Neighborhood Italian Bakery. The blueberry square is $2, sweet filling and light crust with light frosting. Not too sweet. Perfect blend, tastes good, and good value. The Balconi Products are AMAZING, you must try when you find them. $5.79/15 individually wrapped cakes , .38 per cake - yes yes yes. Good value , and Excellent taste. The service was good here. Simple friendly transaction. Some pride in ownership here, well cared for traditional bakery. Large parking lot to the west of the store. Pace bus stops in front. To the North is the Military Reserve Depot. Definitely stop in and see them. Cute place. In nice and very quiet neighborhood. South side of Cermak Rd. read more
A wonderful family run business stop in here when the freight train is rolling through you won't regret it! Super friendly service and affordable prices, authentic Italian place. Great focaccia too! I'll have to return to get a sausage sub during the weekdays as they don't offer them on the weekends And as a sidenote, they have the most amazing tiramisu n a delicious little eggplant wrap, and sausage wrap in the fridge and are convenient n portable. Store itself is has a great assortment of Italian goodies that you'll need if you're cooking your own Italian food at home it's a simple grocery store while small. It's cute and understated with coolers and freezers filled with good things that you can take home. Like the great chicken Parmesan or a take n bake lasagna. But this ultimately is a great place to get wonderful fresh baked bread and friendly service at the counter. read more
Small family owned Italian bakery. They were very welcoming and friendly when I came it. They have a small but perfect menu to meet your needs there prices are very reasonable. I had an Italian sub for $5 and it was made fresh. The bread was fresh and had that perfect crunch. The meat was perfect, but I wish there was more flavor. They have a lot of different breads and homemade dishes for available also. Im looking forward to going back to my new found favorite spot in the neighborhood. read more
9 months ago
9 months ago
I drive by this bakery on my way to work sometimes and decided to stop by to try some of their offerings. I got a chicken foccacini(?), meatball foccacini, frozen eggplant parm, loaf of italian bread, chocolate cannoli, kolache and rainbow cookies. So the frozen eggplant parmesan was very good. It reheated nicely, was very flavorful and a nice sized portion. The bread was light and airy with a thin crisp crust. The freshly filled cannoli was good. The rainbow cookie was also good, but I could tell it was getting a little stale/dry. The foccacini was not great. There was a large piece of chicken breast in the chicken foccacini, not a bad thing. It was a good price and very filling. However, the meatball foccacini seemed too soft or underdone. Maybe I'm not used to their meatballs, but it was so soft that I thought it wasn't cooked thoroughly. I microwaved it to nuke it, but it still stayed that undercooked-like texture. Maybe too much filler? It was off putting. Also the kolache dough was also undercooked. The dough at the bottom was very thick and puddy-like. I will stay away from those in the future. I read so many good things about this bakery, so I'm willing to give other items a try. And the bakery owner was sooo friendly and sweet, I have to go back! read more
2 years ago
Best cannoli I've ever had! Filled when you order them.. the absolute smoothest filling! Kolaches are supremely delicious!! highly recommend! read more
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This was a great stop off my usual beating path. As I zipped by on Cermak the awning caught my eye. CANNOLIS.... Bread ect. But my attention was already won. You don't put Cannoli on the awning if you cant throw down in that arena. Instantly I risked my life on a U-ey to get back to the parking lot. Although they are off a bit from a neighborhood, that didn't diminish the feel Pina gave me that this place is about family and friends. I perused the shop while she finished up with what surly sounded like a regular. She filled my box with an assortment that suited the moment. They were all excellent and deserve praise. But this was a Cannoli run! The tap test: taking a fork and tapping the lightly bubbled shell. She sounded solid and full without an echo. The pistachio tap caused no failure of the nut positions. A++ The push: because the shell was fresh with perfect conformation I pressed into the mid area with the fork saddle..SNAP..CRACK. What a glorious sound. As i rested the fork I couldn't help the excitement I was feeling as that sweet smell of the crust and a puff of powdered sugar transcended to my sniffers. The smooth operator: you know that rhythmic cadence you get while riding the "L" du-dun du-dun; du-dun du-dun" over and over. That filling must have endured rhythms of a dozen Howard to 95 legs. I have not had smoother, the ratios were spot on and the opposition of crunch and sweet was endearing. Satisfaction: restaurants to me are about the people and the palate. Pina assured me that for my Italy trip I could not go wrong with the Amalfi Coast this summer. I can't wait to compare the Toscano/Ritacca masterpiece to the motherlands As an out of towner I will return! Enjoy LK read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
I'm really happy that places like this still exist because I believe it's it's still important to have small businesses, and I also think this is a way to have true authenticity in regards to how traditional Italian food should be made. Located in the western suburbs of Chicago, this is like stepping back in time when you walk through the doors. You are surrounded by so many delicious choices, it's hard just to pick one thing! Lots of traditional desserts, good deli options, and sandwiches don't go in here hungry! The owners which I suspect are husband and wife, are very helpful, and are willing to answer any questions you might have. On top of food, you can also pick out t-shirts, stickers or expresso sets. I recommend this place to anyone who grew up with old-school Italian food, or just want to try something new authentic and delicious read more
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7 years ago
OMG HORRIBLE !! Stopped in Sunday morning at 7 am. I was so excited to try the various items I read about .... the owners were EXTREMELY nice and kind- but, the items I bought were terrible. I can only guess they were old? The pastry was tough and VERY chewy; not the "light and airy" as reviewed by others. The fruit bars were soggy (like old apple pie) and not flavored well. Again, the owners were great- evidently, I just got a bad box of pastries. Not sure I will try again, but if I did, I would ask what was baked that morning. read more
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5 years ago
BEST CANNOLI AROUND! Old school bakery with mouthwatering desserts and sandwiches. They make their own soppressata! Not to be missed. Authentic as possible (from a true Italian ;)) They have flavored cannoli of the month!! Strawberry, blueberry, chocolate, Irish cream, pumpkin spice! PEANUT BUTTER CANNOLI = HEAVEN Go no place read more
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This place has a lot of potential. And this pastry is by far the best one I've ever tasted. It looks super sweet but it has just the right about of sweet added to it. Please keep supporting small businesses like Vesuvio Bakery. I wish I stopped into this place sooner! read more
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