"Pastry chefs and bakers have fed Chicagoans a dazzling array of treats for years, and their skills only keep getting better. Although the city has said farewell to institutions like Dinkel's and Swedish Bakery in recent times, new arrivals like Justice of the Pies and Fat Peach have softened the losses and redefined the city's baking scene. With creative offerings like hot dog croissants, Italian beef galettes, and more, Chicago is entering a new era of pastries and breads."
"Ashok Selvam is the former James Beard Award-winning regional editor for Eater's Midwest region, in charge of coverage in Chicago, Detroit, and the Twin Cities. He's a native Chicagoan and had been with Eater since 2014. Pastry chefs and bakers have fed Chicagoans a dazzling array of treats for years, and their skills only keep getting better. Although the city has said farewell to institutions like Dinkel's and Swedish Bakery in recent times, new arrivals like Justice of the Pies and Fat Peach."
Bakers and pastry chefs in Chicago continue to elevate breads, pastries, and sweet treats with increasing creativity and skill. Longstanding bakeries such as Dinkel's and Swedish Bakery have closed, while newcomers like Justice of the Pies and Fat Peach have emerged to fill gaps. Bakers are producing inventive items such as hot dog croissants and Italian beef galettes alongside classic loaves and desserts. A curated map separates pie-focused spots from the broader list. Recent updates added Del Sur, Au Levain, and Bad Butter while removing several older or closed bakeries to reflect the changing scene.
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