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Bakery takeout

You want high-quality baked goods that you can grab and take home without the wait.

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Custom cakes showcase precise detailing and flawless design that match exact requests. Atmosphere centers on smooth, stress-free ordering and timely pickup. Cakes and cupcakes offer rich, moist flavors that consistently impress.

Exceptional bakery work stands out here with consistently great results. Orders come out reliably well, making it a go-to for quality baked goods.

Ordering and pickup process is very easy. Cakes come well packed for pickup with no issues during transport.

People are saying

"This cake is so delicious and beautifully done."

"The cake was amazing and a big hit with kids."

"The cake takeout was amazing, everyone raved about the decoration and flavors."

Good to know

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Cakes can be customized to meet dietary needs, including gluten-free options.

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The ordering and pickup process is very easy and stress-free.

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Cakes can easily serve large groups, accommodating up to 35 people.

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Bright, cozy bakery with a warm, inviting vibe and irresistible chocolate and brown sugar aroma. Small indoor space with limited seating and a few outdoor seats on a patio. Known for exceptional cookies that set a high standard for deliciousness.

Cookies stand out with their decadent chocolate chip flavor and thick, satisfying texture. Freshly baked pastries and desserts, including a chocolate chip brioche, offer a variety of rich, flavorful options.

Pickup orders come through very prompt when placed on the spot. Preorders for pickup often run late, causing longer waits than customers ordering in person. Cookies are available for takeout.

People are saying

"I thought these cookies were the best I had ever tried."

"I thought the cookies at this Bakery were the best I'd ever tasted."

"The takeout cookies are so moist and delicious."

Good to know

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Levain Bakery opened in the River North area in September 2023, between Kinzie and Hubbard Streets.

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The cookie costs over $5 each, so plan your budget accordingly.

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Levain Bakery only offers one vegan flavor for those with dietary restrictions.

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Small deli-style shop with rustic New York bagel vibe and cozy atmosphere. Warm and inviting space often busy with a diverse crowd, offering classic bagels and bialys that many consider the best in the area.

Offers a variety of bakery items alongside high-quality deli fare. Sandwich fixings complement the bakery treats well.

Only takeout service is available with no seating. Calling ahead for order pickup is allowed. Separate lines for bagel and sandwich orders help manage the flow.

People are saying

"I found the bagels here to be the best I've had anywhere."

"I thought the bagels here were the best in town, just like NYC."

"I thought the bagels were the best I had in Chicago."

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The store is open 24 hours on Saturday.

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The establishment only offers takeout service.

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The store accepts credit cards but charges a 4% fee for transactions.

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Bakery showcases exceptional cake artistry with custom designs that impress visually and in taste. Atmosphere feels detail-focused and user-friendly, with smooth ordering and delivery options. Cakes and cookies often receive praise for being delicious and beautifully decorated.

Small local bakery works closely with customers to create custom cake designs. The bakery brings unique visions to life and earns repeat interest from guests asking for its name and website.

Smooth ordering and easy pickup make takeout simple. Planning ahead adds to the convenient process.

People are saying

"David did a wonderful job on our cake."

"The cookies here are beautiful and delicious."

"The cake takeout is extraordinary and delicious."

Good to know

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The bakery operates in a food center but isn't listed on the food centerโ€™s website.

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The app for ordering is user-friendly and easy to navigate.

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The ordering and pickup process is smooth and convenient.

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Bakery with Scandinavian decor and a cozy atmosphere offers fresh daily pastries and indoor and outdoor seating. The space feels clean and calm, inviting for a relaxed coffee break. A small nook features unique merchandise like berry preserves and canned fish.

Fresh baked goods shine with a wide variety of Scandinavian options and artisan gourmet pastries. The bakery has an upscale, cute vibe on a quiet street.

Pickup orders come with an automatically selected 15% tip plus a staff support fee. Proximity makes it easy to grab takeout for home, especially on lazy mornings.

People are saying

"I loved their coffee and flaky pastries."

"The pastries here are seriously great and tasted excellent."

"The bakery's pastries are beautiful, delicious, and high quality."

Good to know

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All baked goods are fresh baked daily, and once they're gone, they're gone.

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There is a 15% mandatory fee added to all bills.

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The selection of baked goods can get sparse later in the day.

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