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Chicago, IL · $$
Au Levain Bakery & Cafe specializes in traditional French laminated pastries and classic cakes and serves cafe hot dishes in the North Center neighborhood of Chicago.
“The egg sausage sourdough was a fantastic breakfast sandwich. Their homemade sourdough muffin was honestly outstanding. Texturally, it was soft and moist yet still had a fantastic chew. The muffin was so tasty I think I could have housed a few of them plain. I will have to grab a pack of those muffins along with other delicious-looking pastries they have next time I stop by.”
“Au Levain Bakery & Cafe is a charming little spot that feels both cozy and refined. The pastries look beautiful in the display case, and they taste just as good as they look. I tried a croissant and it was perfectly flaky with rich, buttery layers that pulled apart effortlessly. The bread had that slight tang and depth you expect from well-made sourdough. Coffee was smooth and paired nicely with the baked goods. The atmosphere is calm and inviting, making it a great place to slow down for a quiet breakfast or afternoon treat.”
“The brie and apple butter Kouign-amann seriously changed my life. Other food and drinks also amazing! Such a bright, natural light filled, but cozy space.”
“If you’ve ever been to Paris, you’ll understand. Au Levain isn’t just a bakery, it’s a whole experience. The second you walk in, you get that smell of butter and espresso that feels straight out of a Parisian morning. Every pastry is made with real love and skill no shortcuts, no fake sweetness, just pure perfection. The Crookie? Life-changing. The kind of pastry that makes you stop mid-bite and go, oh, okay, this is the real deal. It’s flaky, soft, and tastes like it was made by someone who’s actually been to France. it’s magnifique. 🥐✨”
“Ordered a breakfast wrap and a drip coffee (sparrow). Wrap was good. FYI: No Wi-Fi. Update: 2nd visit, ordered a egg sausage sourdough mufffin. Good chunk of meat and high quality. Passed on the Sparrow dark roast coffee this time. Wish they had something lighter, at least a medium roast. FYI: Owner says they now have WiFi”
4301 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60618, US
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