Cafe Yaya
2431 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL
Crema's Take
“Cafe Yaya's pastries are genuinely exceptional—reviewers consistently rave about perfectly baked cardamom kouign-amann and other standouts that justify the trip alone. The tiny, reservation-essential space attracts a fun brunch crowd and delivers consistently warm service even when packed, though you'll want to arrive with time to linger since it's a proper slow-sit café, not a grab-and-go spot.”
What to expect
Specialty coffee, with creative signature drinks. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Open late.
Google Reviews
I can’t wait to come back! It’s so cute but not very big so make sure you have a reservation! I came here for brunch with 2 other girls for restaurant and it was so fun and delicious. Everyone loved their food.
Honestly this place has really won me over. Everyone is super kind. The vibes are lovely and moody. The pastries are the star tho. Everything is perfectly baked and bursting with flavor. Cardamom kouign amann?! It’s amazing! Highly recommend.
We tried out this place for Restaurant Week and were not disappointed. Considering that it's part of the Galit family, it's no surprise. While the occasion was a bit special, the portion sizes and options for the Restaurant Week menu were extremely reasonable and filling. Wine…
Even though the cafe was very busy, the atmosphere was lovely and the service was excellent. The staff were incredibly attentive, warm, and welcoming despite how crowded it was. We tried the Biscuit with Butter & Seasonal Jam, Tahini Banana Bread, Turkish-ish Breakfast, and the…
Food and service were excellent. The quality of the food was great. Nice and relatively quiet (even with a lot of other customers at their tables), which was nice. Highly recommend it!
Crema Reviews
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