Daeji Dough Company
1360 W Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL
Crema's Take
“This Korean-inspired café in Chicago has mastered the art of thoughtful hospitality, blending exceptional specialty coffee with inventive laminated pastries that you genuinely can't find elsewhere—think tteokbokki croissants with their surprising spicy-savory magic and kimchi focaccia alongside matcha drinks that taste authentically crafted. The compact, intentionally curated menu skews savory and unexpected rather than typical bakery fare, making it feel less like a coffee shop and more like a neighborhood gathering spot where every detail, from the design to the smoked brisket roll, shows the owner's genuine care.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Pastries and light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
Have been wanting try this cafe for a while and glad I finally did!! I got Kiki Matcha with sesame syrup and then Kimchi Focaccia! Both were really great. The focaccia was fresh and is definitely large enough to share. The matcha was delicious and I will be for sure ordering it…
Very solid Korean inspired bakery! As a Korean my favorite was the tteokbokki croissant and their matcha mingle! You definitely can’t find their pastries anywhere else. Matcha tasted authentic and enjoyed every sip of it! I have high expectations for Matcha and this definitely…
Incredible specialty coffee + Korean inspired laminated pastries! The tteokbokki croissant was a standout - buttery and flaky with chewy rice cake and a gentle spicy kick that worked surprisingly well. The sesame croissant was equally satisfying, nutty, and well layered. We also…
Daeji’s recent opening isn’t quite perfect yet, but is a very strong showing The menu’s a bit limited and leans more savory than a typical bakery selection. The smoked brisket roll is a highlight - reminiscent of a mix between char siu and southern bbq, with a good sweetness…
Great coffee + Korean inspired pastries! This is a great addition to the neighborhood and the owner definitely put a lot of thought into the design and atmosphere of the store itself. We tried the Teokkbokki Croissant, Smoked Brisket Handpie and the Blueberry Yuzu Scone. My…
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