Crema's Take
“Bittersweet West Loop nails the pastry game with standout items like ube croissants and passion fruit tarts that rival dedicated bakeries, making it worth the trip even if coffee isn't your primary focus. The demure green-walled space strikes that rare balance between cozy enough for a solo work session and charming enough to linger over pastries with friends, with a staff that actually makes you feel welcome.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →I started visiting Bittersweet West Loop in summer 2025, and I've always had a lovely experience here. I love the pastries that they have (ham & cheese croissant; shout out to you. ... I also love the ube white chocolate croissant and the guava danish). I love their tarts and…
I recently visited Bittersweet West Loop and loved it. The space is cozy and welcoming and the staff was very friendly. The pastries were excellent and my favorite was the ube pastry. It was perfectly balanced, not too sweet, and really unique. The chai latte was also great and…
Bittersweet has great coffee and pastries. The decor and ambience is demure & cutesy; definitely a nice place to sit and enjoy. Their strawberry latte is my absolute favorite. All the pastries are super fresh and honestly worth the price. I’m also obsessed with their “day…
What a cute patisserie! I love the green walls and decor - so different and unique. We came here in the afternoon for dessert and coffee after lunch at Guinness. I was blown away by passion fruit tart, chocolate cake, and cappuccino. All very good!!
Delicious! I ordered the ube white chocolate croissant with an iced matcha and my boyfriend had the plain croissant with an iced latte. Everything was outstanding! I usually don’t like espresso but i even enjoyed the sip of his latte. Staff was very friendly and attentive. Great…
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