Bittersweet Pastry Shop

Bittersweet Pastry Shop Bittersweet is Chicago's premier European-style pastry shop and café, serving extraordinary confections and cakes. Shipping Nationwide on
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Bittersweet is Chicago's premier European-style pastry shop and café, serving extraordinary confections and custom cakes for every occasion. Founded in 1992 by award-winning pastry chef Judy Contino, Bittersweet offers fine pastry, lunch and desserts in a beautiful, welcoming café.

09/13/2026

Available in the Lakeview shop today: classic apple bistro tart and flourless chocolate soufflé - stop or preorder

The sweetest Lamb Cake ever is back at Bittersweet! An Easter tradition that is not to be missed.Pre-order for pickup at...
03/31/2026

The sweetest Lamb Cake ever is back at Bittersweet! An Easter tradition that is not to be missed.

Pre-order for pickup at any of our three locations - Belmont, West Loop and Pilsen.

Our newest pastry — the Kouign Amann makes a stunning debut this weekend. Grab one this weekend before they sell out at ...
11/07/2025

Our newest pastry — the Kouign Amann makes a stunning debut this weekend. Grab one this weekend before they sell out at all three locations!

09/02/2025

Our guests have been absolutely lovely. We are soooo excited to be open at last in West Loop!

850 W Monroe
M-F 7-7
S-S 8-7

Cakes, sandwiches, and online ordering coming soooooo soon!

We are open in West Loop!850 W MonroeM-F 7am- 7pm, S-S 8am- 7pm
08/28/2025

We are open in West Loop!
850 W Monroe

M-F 7am- 7pm, S-S 8am- 7pm

Bittersweet is how many years old?? Old enough you probably don’t remember the ultimate chocolate on chocolate on chocol...
08/19/2025

Bittersweet is how many years old?? Old enough you probably don’t remember the ultimate chocolate on chocolate on chocolate cake. What do you think, should we bring it back?

You’re not ready for this tea… From the master of drama himself, Chef brings you an afternoon like no other, where Bitt...
06/09/2025

You’re not ready for this tea…

From the master of drama himself, Chef brings you an afternoon like no other, where Bittersweet’s fine china and white linen meets his outrageous flavors and culinary audacity. Don’t miss your chance to sip and savor this one-of-a-kind experience.

Bittersweet is growing fast. And we’re looking for the next generation of cake designers.Tag a friend who is interested ...
05/30/2025

Bittersweet is growing fast. And we’re looking for the next generation of cake designers.

Tag a friend who is interested and get a cake on us.

Easter is here! And if you haven’t ordered the cutest, sweetest lamb cake ever we have a few left in the shop for pickup...
04/19/2025

Easter is here! And if you haven’t ordered the cutest, sweetest lamb cake ever we have a few left in the shop for pickup today. Order from our same day site BittersweetSameDay.com

They’ll go super fast so don’t wait!

Has anyone told you today that you’re cute? As cute as this mini coconut cream pie? We’ve been obsessing over every deta...
03/30/2025

Has anyone told you today that you’re cute? As cute as this mini coconut cream pie? We’ve been obsessing over every detail from the texture of the cream to the handmade pie shell. It also has a layer of caramel for a bit of extra sweetness — just like you.

Address

1114 W Belmont Avenue
Chicago, IL
60657

Opening Hours

Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 2pm
Thursday 7am - 2pm
Friday 7am - 2pm
Saturday 7am - 2pm
Sunday 7am - 2pm

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