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05/27/2026
Our house-made Goat Cheese Quiche is the perfect balance of rich, light, and comforting — served fresh daily for breakfast or lunch. 🥚🧀🌿
Pair it with a salad and your favorite coffee for the ultimate café moment. ☕✨
05/19/2026
Made with fresh ingredients and finished with a drizzle of olive oil for the perfect balance of crunch, creaminess, and flavor. A simple combination that tastes like summer in every bite. 🥖🍅🌿
05/08/2026
16 mini baguette sandwiches. Discover our great catering options at leafrenchcafe.com or e-mail us at [email protected]
04/21/2026
Our Croque Madame layers smoky ham, melted Gruyère, and silky béchamel—finished with a perfectly runny sunny-side egg
04/14/2026
Elevate your morning, the French way ✨🥐
Golden, buttery layers of a perfectly baked croissant meet crumble goat cheese, silky avocado, and a rich sunny-side-up egg with a golden yolk that melts into every bite.
04/08/2026
A perfectly crisp French baguette, layered with juicy roasted chicken, smoky bacon, creamy avocado, and finished with our signature homemade aioli. Made fresh. Crafted with care. Impossible to forget.
04/03/2026
Buttery layers, toasted almonds, and a melt-in-your-mouth almond filling…Our almond croissants are baked to perfection, filled with rich almond cream, and finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar.
03/25/2026
Nick, co-owner of Lea French Café, led an engaging baking seminar at the prestigious Columbia Yacht Club, sharing his passion for French bread with an enthusiastic Chicago audience.
03/17/2026
Golden, delicate, and bursting with summer sweetness 🍑✨
Our individual peach tarts are made with buttery pastry, silky cream, and perfectly ripe peaches at their peak.
A little taste of sunshine in every bite.
03/04/2026
A little taste of France right here. Great new chocolates and cookies from France and special Easter treats!
03/03/2026
Simple and Authentic- Classic French Vibes 🇫🇷one bite and you are in Paris !
02/24/2026
The St. Michel start with a freshly baked baguette, crisp and golden on the outside, soft and warm on the inside. It’s generously layered with tender, oven-roasted turkey, topped with smoky, perfectly crisp bacon, and finished with slices of sharp cheddar that melt into every savory bite.
02/17/2026
Classic Quiche Lorraine, the French way 🇫🇷
Golden crust, rich cream, smoky ham and bacon, and perfectly melted cheese. Simple ingredients, timeless flavor.
02/10/2026
Happy Valentine’s Day❤️❤️❤️
02/06/2026
Our pastry cases are filled up this weekend - come say Bonjour and warm up
12/20/2025
Come to Home for the Holidays this afternoon in downtown Oak Park! Léa, our daughter, is home for the holidays and is serving free mini peppermint hot chocolate as part of the hot chocolate walk. Happy Holidays 🎄🎄🎁🎅
12/13/2025
Holiday tarts available for pick up from December 22-24. Traditional French tarts and quiches. Link in bio. 🎄
12/12/2025
Warm up at our Michigan avenue location with our seasonal hot chocolates this weekend! A perfect toasty warm up after visiting the tree and skating at the park. ⛸️🎄
12/10/2025
French load just arrived at our 20 north Michigan location 🇫🇷 and yes, those are Orangina’s 🍊and those addictive little mini zas. 🍕
12/02/2025
Our best selling sandwich can be made hot - Le Hot Parisian
11/10/2025
Fun speaking with the Trib about our chicago loop locations. We love being there!
More than 30 restaurants, coffee bars and stores will have opened by the end of the year, according to the Chicago Loop Alliance.
Address
70 East Lake
Chicago, IL
60601
Directions to East Lake:
Public Transport:
Take the Green Line or Red Line train to Lake Station. From there, transfer to the #146 bus going towards Museum of Science and Industry. Get off at E Hyde Park Blvd & S East View Park. Walk east on E Hyde Park Blvd until you reach the intersection of E Hyde Park Blvd and S Greenwood Ave.
Driving/Parking:
Take Lake Shore Drive and exit at 53rd Street. Turn west onto 53rd Street and continue until you reach S Ellis Ave. Turn north onto S Ellis Ave, then turn west onto E Hyde Park Blvd. The bakery and French restaurant should be located within walking distance from there.
Parking options include street parking on East Hyde Park Boulevard or nearby side streets or paid parking lots in the area, including one located at East 55th St & South Blackstone Ave.
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What people say
Léa French Cafe, located in East Lake, Chicago, is a hidden gem for those who love French cuisine. This cafe offers a variety of options including bakery items, French dishes and coffee. The mini croissants and sandwiches are the perfect bite-sized treats that are both delicious and adorable. The cinnamon raisin roll is a must-try pastry that is gooey on the inside and has the perfect balance of sweetness. Léa's also offers house-made soups that are wholesome and perfect for warming up on a chilly day. The cozy cafe vibes make it an ideal spot to relax with friends or work remotely while sipping on their delicious coffee. Their holiday take-and-bake breads and croissants are perfect for any festive occasion. Overall, Léa French Cafe is a delightful place to indulge in authentic French cuisine in the heart of Chicago.
