Lost Larson Bakery

5318 N Clark St, Chicago, IL

★★★★★4.5(951 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Lost Larson Bakery is a charming neighborhood spot where the pastries genuinely steal the show—especially their beloved Princess cake, which regulars can't stop raving about alongside their excellent cinnamon rolls and fresh croissants. The vibe is deliberately unhurried and family-friendly with small tables perfect for lingering, though it gets cozily crowded, and their coffee pairs nicely with the baked goods even if it's not the main draw. It's the kind of place where you settle in on a quiet morning with exceptional pastries and a decent cup, knowing you're getting thoughtfully made traditional fare rather than trendy experimentation.

What to expect

Slow sitMeetingsFamily friendlyLight foodFull breakfastPastriesTraditional drinks

Google Reviews

Beth Boothman
★★★★★2 months ago

We got cinnamon rolls, chocolate croissant, lingonberry pastry, blueberry muffin, breakfast cookie and Princess cake. All are very good but you have to try the princess cake.

John Wambach
★★★★★2 months ago

Absolutely delicious pastries and the coffee’s pretty good too! Not busy on a Tuesday morning. Very chill atmosphere but with incredible baked goods. Generally lighter fare but a few hearty options. No cash :(

Audrey Churchill
★★★★2 months ago

Exceptionally high price $5 but not an exceptionally good plain croissant. I prefer Pflour'd on Bryn Mawr, whose prices are outrageous as well for something as simple and plain. If plain croissants can be bought in Paris for less than $2, there just is no justification for charging the price of an entire loaf of bread for 1 croissant. They also stop making the breakfast sandwiches at 12 Noon on a Sat???? That should be an all day offering. I am seriously thinking about starting a micro bakery to combat these high prices.

Mark H.
★★★★5 months ago

Nice small place. Small tables, little crowded inside, coffee is so-so, and I prefer taking pastries to go from the bakery. Pastries, I highly recommend! Always fresh and tasty, but make sure everything is sold out quickly.

Gladys
★★★★★8 months ago

I had the pleasure of visiting this establishment today, and I must say, it was a delightful experience. I am thoroughly pleased with the hazelnut latte, and the pastries were exceptionally delicious! I am certainly looking forward to returning soon, as everything tasted incredibly fresh and flavorful. The staff was decent and I was asked milk preference and name. Which is good! They also double checked my ordered to make sure everything was correct! All I wish was that there was wifi! Besides that no complaints!

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