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Le Pain Quotidien

Le Pain Quotidien Le Pain Quotidien was a Belgian bakery and restaurant located on West Armitage Avenue. They served simple, wholesome, and seasonal food, specializing in handmade, organic bread. In addition to their bread selection, they offered a variety of healthy options such as organic coffee, pastries, eggs, tartines, soups, salads, and desserts. Le Pain Quotidien believed in the importance of sourcing local or organic ingredients whenever possible and had a menu that catered to vegetarian and vegan diets. Unfortunately, this business has been permanently closed.

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05/22/2026

Clean plate club since 1990

05/17/2026

Break it. Press it. Watch it bounce back.

That’s how you know it’s true sourdough: naturally elastic, full of life, and made with nothing but flour, water, salt, and time.

Celebrate World Baking Day with a classic, made fresh daily in our bakery. 🥖

05/15/2026

That smile when you spot your avocado toast coming 😁

This and the LPQ playlist 🎻🧘🏻‍♀️
05/12/2026

This and the LPQ playlist 🎻🧘🏻‍♀️

05/08/2026

Starting an internal petition to keep the spring Caesar forever.

Just in time for Mother's Day 💐 Treat yours to our new Baked Eggs Benedict served on a flaky croissant roll with your ch...
05/05/2026

Just in time for Mother's Day 💐 Treat yours to our new Baked Eggs Benedict served on a flaky croissant roll with your choice of avocado, bacon or smoked salmon. See you this week!

How many more slides until you say when? 🧀 Try our brand new Avocado & Charred Corn Caesar with kale, romaine, baguette ...
04/10/2026

How many more slides until you say when? 🧀

Try our brand new Avocado & Charred Corn Caesar with kale, romaine, baguette croutons, tomato, cucumber, pickled onion, and the best part—topped with a perfect fluffy layer of shaved parmesan.

New season means new menu.Available soon 👀
04/06/2026

New season means new menu.
Available soon 👀

Are you up for the challenge? 👀Can’t? Don’t worry, there’s always a croissant waiting for you at Le Pain Quotidien 🥐
03/22/2026

Are you up for the challenge? 👀
Can’t? Don’t worry, there’s always a croissant waiting for you at Le Pain Quotidien 🥐

For over 30 years, researchers followed more than 47,000 people to understand how the carbs we eat affect how we age. Th...
03/17/2026

For over 30 years, researchers followed more than 47,000 people to understand how the carbs we eat affect how we age.

The finding? Quality matters most. Whole, fiber-rich foods,  like the ones we serve at our tables, are linked with better physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being.
well-being
That’s what we’ve believed since day one: living better starts with what’s real.

Source: Ardisson Korat A.V. et al., “Dietary Carbohydrate Intake, Carbohydrate Quality, and Healthy Aging,” JAMA Network Open (2025).

Here’s to the women shaping our tables, our teams, and our future.💛Happy International Women’s Day 🌸
03/08/2026

Here’s to the women shaping our tables, our teams, and our future.💛
Happy International Women’s Day 🌸

Our love language? Quality time, good food, and lingering over brunch 🥰Spend Valentine’s Day with us this week at your l...
02/10/2026

Our love language? Quality time, good food, and lingering over brunch 🥰Spend Valentine’s Day with us this week at your local LPQ. 💛

02/01/2026

When the plans finally make it out of the group chat >>>>

01/30/2026

Treasured, toasted, and totally swoon-worthy. 🥐🥰
Happy National Croissant Day! 💛

We can finally tell you this:OUR NEW MENU IS HERE!!!Come visit us to taste our new flavors.
01/23/2026

We can finally tell you this:
OUR NEW MENU IS HERE!!!
Come visit us to taste our new flavors.

We can finally tell you this: OUR NEW MENU IS HERE!!!Come visit us to taste our new flavors.
01/21/2026

We can finally tell you this:
OUR NEW MENU IS HERE!!!
Come visit us to taste our new flavors.

A small, thoughtful way to brighten someone’s day ✨Choose the amount. Add a note. Send instantly—easy as that.💳 Bonus al...
12/17/2025

A small, thoughtful way to brighten someone’s day ✨
Choose the amount. Add a note. Send instantly—easy as that.

💳 Bonus alert: Now through 12/31/25, buy a $50 e-gift card and get a $10 bonus card on us.

Pick from Little Beet or Le Pain Quotidien e-gift cards—and the best part? They’re redeemable at both of our restaurants!

Tap the link in our bios to give (and get a little extra). 🎁

Meet our menu!
11/13/2018

Meet our menu!

The seasons are changing, and so is our menu! From warm spices to roasted veggies, we're looking forward to all the cooler weather comforts the season has to offer. Ready to fall in love? Check out what we have in store!

Meet our autumn menu!
10/02/2017

Meet our autumn menu!

The seasons are changing, and so is our menu! From warm spices to roasted veggies, we're looking forward to all the cooler weather comforts the season has to offer. Ready to fall in love? Check out what we have in store!

Refresh with our summer menu!
09/25/2017

Refresh with our summer menu!

Le Pain Quotidien serves simple, elegant boulangerie fare made with organic ingredients whenever possible, for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Address

1000 West Armitage Avenue
Chicago, IL
60614

To get to the location on West Armitage Avenue in Chicago, you have a few options for public transport and driving/parking:

Public Transport:
1. Take the Brown Line train to the Armitage station.
- From there, walk east on Armitage Avenue for about 2 blocks.

2. Take the #73 bus and get off at the Armitage & Sheffield stop.
- Walk west on Armitage Avenue for about 1 block.

Driving/Parking:
1. If you are coming from downtown Chicago, take Lake Shore Drive northbound.
- Exit at Fullerton Avenue and head west.
- Turn right onto Sheffield Avenue and continue north until you reach Armitage Avenue.
- Turn left onto Armitage Avenue.

2. If you are coming from outside of downtown Chicago, take I-90/94 (Kennedy Expressway) to the Fullerton Avenue exit.
- Head east on Fullerton Avenue until you reach Sheffield Avenue.
- Turn left onto Sheffield Avenue and continue north until you reach Armitage Avenue.
- Turn left onto Armitage Avenue.

Parking:
There may be street parking available near West Armitage Avenue, but it can be limited. It is recommended to use a parking app or website to find nearby parking garages or lots for more convenient parking options.

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 7pm
Saturday 7am - 7pm
Sunday 7am - 7pm

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What people say

Le Pain Quotidien on West Armitage Avenue in Chicago is a delightful bakery, coffee shop, and breakfast & brunch restaurant that offers a truly wholesome and satisfying dining experience. With its Belgian roots, this establishment takes pride in serving simple and seasonal food that will leave you feeling nourished and content.

As soon as you step inside Le Pain Quotidien, you are greeted with the comforting aroma of freshly baked bread. Their handmade, organic bread is the heart and soul of their menu, but they also offer an array of other healthy options to cater to every palate. From organic coffee to delectable pastries, eggs cooked to perfection, tartines bursting with flavor, hearty soups, refreshing salads, and mouthwatering desserts - there is something for everyone.

What sets Le Pain Quotidien apart is their commitment to using local or organic ingredients whenever possible. This dedication to sourcing high-quality ingredients ensures that each dish is not only delicious but also supports sustainable practices. Furthermore, for those who follow a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle, this eatery has numerous options available that are both nutritious and flavorful.

Since opening its doors in 1990, Le Pain Quotidien has become a beloved destination for those seeking a wholesome meal in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Whether you're stopping by for breakfast or brunch with friends or simply craving a delicious pastry and cup of coffee on your own, this charming establishment will exceed your expectations.

Located on West Armitage Avenue in Chicago, Le Pain Quotidien invites you to savor the simple pleasures of life through their exceptional food offerings. So why not treat yourself to a visit? You won't be disappointed!

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