Bittersweet Pastry Shop

Bittersweet Pastry Shop Bittersweet Pastry Shop, located on W Belmont Avenue, is a premier European-style pastry shop and café in Chicago founded by award-winning pastry chef Judy Contino in 1992. The restaurant offers fine pastries, lunch, and desserts amidst a beautiful and welcoming atmosphere for every occasion.
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We are working hard on our Thanksgiving menu so stay tuned for updates!
10/25/2026

We are working hard on our Thanksgiving menu so stay tuned for updates!

10/24/2026

👻 SPOOKY SEASON FAVES 👻

Fall is the best season for bakery favorites and we are obsessed! 👻🎃💀

🎃 Pumpkin Cheesecake 🎃
👻 Halloween cupcakes 👻 (only available for in store purchase)
🍎 Chi-Der 🍎
🍁 Apple Almond Cream Tarts 🍁
🎃 Fall Sprinkles for any cake 🎃

Come celebrate this Halloween with us with absolutely to die for sweets and drinks 😍

Did someone say cocktail? We did! Come enjoy our happy hour everyday 5-7pm at our Lakeview location! 🍷
10/08/2026

Did someone say cocktail? We did! Come enjoy our happy hour everyday 5-7pm at our Lakeview location! 🍷

EXCITING NEWS!Starting today our full Menu will be available all day at our Lakeview location! Come and enjoy all of del...
10/06/2026

EXCITING NEWS!

Starting today our full Menu will be available all day at our Lakeview location!

Come and enjoy all of delicious sandwiches, salads and breakfast all day!

🍁 New Fall Drinks Menu just dropped 🍁 Come enjoy a delicious hot mug with the perfectly baked croissants 🥐 We are so exc...
10/06/2026

🍁 New Fall Drinks Menu just dropped 🍁

Come enjoy a delicious hot mug with the perfectly baked croissants 🥐

We are so excited for fall weather, Pumpkin spiced everything, and our signature Hot Chocolate that’s to die for!

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NEW MENU ITEM !!Introducing our new delicious Crème Brûlée Waffles!! 🧇 Home-made waffle 🧇 House-made Vanilla Crème Brûlé...
10/05/2026

NEW MENU ITEM !!

Introducing our new delicious Crème Brûlée Waffles!!
🧇 Home-made waffle
🧇 House-made Vanilla Crème Brûlée
🧇 House Mixed Berry sauce
🧇 Fresh Fruit

You can’t go wrong with this mouth-watering breakfast! Only available at our Lakeview location!

This isn’t our usual content but this person just stole one of our vehicles from the bakery.If anyone recognizes him ple...
09/29/2026

This isn’t our usual content but this person just stole one of our vehicles from the bakery.

If anyone recognizes him please get in touch! Lakeview East

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

Address

1114 W Belmont Avenue
Chicago, IL
60657

To get to W Belmont Avenue in Chicago, you can take the Red Line or Brown Line of the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) and stop at the Belmont Station. From there, walk east on Belmont Avenue until you reach your destination.

If you prefer to drive, you can take Lake Shore Drive and exit at Belmont Avenue. Continue west on Belmont Avenue until you find parking nearby. Alternatively, there are paid parking lots and garages located along W Belmont Avenue that offer hourly and daily rates.

Opening Hours

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

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Bittersweet Pastry Shop is a must-visit destination for anyone with a sweet tooth in Chicago. Founded in 1992 by award-winning pastry chef Judy Contino, this European-style bakery and café offers an exceptional selection of fine pastries, desserts, and custom cakes for every occasion. The beautiful and welcoming café is the perfect place to indulge in a delicious lunch or treat yourself to one of their extraordinary confections. Bittersweet's Coconut Passion Fruit cake is a seasonal favorite that should not be missed. In addition to their delectable offerings, Bittersweet also offers unique experiences like Mother's Day tea and the opportunity to become part of their premier pastry shop team. Don't miss out on the chance to visit this gem on W Belmont Avenue!