Good Ambler

Good Ambler

216 N Peoria St, Chicago, IL

★★★★4.4(698 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Good Ambler is a sprawling Fulton Market gem that makes nearly everything in-house, from their reliably good coffee to genuinely exceptional French-style pastries that rival those in France itself—their croissants and kouign amann are standouts worth the trip. The soaring ceilings and chandeliers create an unexpectedly elegant backdrop for casual hangouts or focused study sessions, though weekend seating does get competitive. At just $5.25 for a latte, it's an affordable escape that nails the balance between serious pastry craftsmanship and unpretentious, welcoming atmosphere.

What to expect

Classic coffee drinks done right. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu.

PastriesMeetingsLight foodTraditional drinksFull breakfastSlow sitLaptop friendly

Google Reviews

Daniel Kassl
★★★★3 months ago

We found Good Ambler on accident on our way to La Colombe and enjoyed it. The coffee and almond coffee cake were fine, but the orange bon bonnets terrific. It’s a huge, really nice interior that I enjoyed sitting at for a little while. It’s part of the Mondelez headquarters, and…

Octavia
★★★★★4 months ago

2nd time here. Great shop that makes everything in house! A bit competitive for seating on weekends, so take what you can. Coffee is pretty good, only a latte (sans changes) is only $5.25. Sitting at the bar in the back is a hidden gem for people watching of the bakers.

Jamie Sematat
★★★★5 months ago

I visited this cafe for a casual cafe outing with my friend. It was around 8:30am on a Wednesday when we got there. The atmosphere was business casual. The ceiling was high with beautiful chandeliers. Many trinkets in a glass case and plants throughout the cafe. I saw many…

Sophie
★★★★★7 months ago

Love this place for a casual hangout or to study! The croissants are some of the best I've had in my life including those in France. My favorites are the chocolates and the ham and cheese. The kougn amann is also AMAZING! MUST TRY! I like their espresso shots as well :) definite…

Michael Uzmann
★★★★★a year ago

A relative newcomer to the Chicago bakery scene Good Ambler makes good use of its expansive Fulton Market footprint with an in-house Bakery and Chocolatier plus lots of comfy seating. A 16 on Center concept, owners of everything from Salt Shed and Beauty Bar to Longman & Eagle,…

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