Crema's Take
“Chef Arshiya Farheen's French pastry expertise shines through every element here, from the buttery croissants and delicate cream puffs to the elegant presentation of their specialty tea service. This is the kind of place where you can linger over a cortado and shortbread cookie for hours without feeling rushed, with plenty of seating and a genuinely welcoming vibe that makes it perfect for both solo work sessions and group gatherings. Skip the chain cafes and come here if you want pastries and coffee that actually justify the Instagram photos.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, good cold brew. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Parking available.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →This is my favorite bakery in the city! I’m grateful it’s within walking distance from my home. The shortbread cookies are an excellent choice for hosting, and the croissants and baguettes are simply amazing. The breakfast sandwiches are perfect for a quick bite when dining out.…
Light, airy space and helpful staff. Lots of places to sit, and self-service water/utensils. Got a cortado and cold brew and thought they were both delicious! I also tried the turkey baguette and wow, the quality of the ingredients shone through. It was simple but delicious, the…
Verzênay Chicago, founded and led by Chef and owner Arshiya Farheen, is a truly interesting and inviting high tea meeting place brings that French pastry expertise to every detail of the menu. One of the most delightful touches here is the personal care the host puts into…
I went here for a holiday tea service and it was wonderful. The amount of savories vs. sweets had a nice balance and standouts were the cream puffs and chicken slider. We were a large group but service managed to be orderly and fast. The blue tea was also good. Love this place!
Our group had a private tea event in the afternoon and the food was absolutely delicious. My favorite thing was the Swan choux with a surprise strawberry jam on the inside when you took a bite. My photo was just a partial amount of the food offered. It was somewhat pricy due to…
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