Bittersweet Pastry Shop & Cafe Menu
Welcome to Bittersweet Pastry Shop & Cafe, a delightful haven tucked away at 1114 W Belmont Ave, Chicago. Known for its exquisite custom cakes and artisanal pastries, this bakery is a feast for the senses.
Bittersweet takes pride in crafting a variety of mouthwatering treats. From the warm embrace of freshly baked scones—apricot, blueberry, and cheddar—to their decadent Chocolate Peanut Butter Torte, each dish tells a story of quality and passion.
- Breakfast Options: Indulge in buttery croissants, flavorful muffins, or their unforgettable spinach quiche, perfect for a cozy morning.
- Signature Sweets: Delight in seasonal pies, truffles, and a selection of gluten-free options tailored to every palate.
- Cakes for Celebrations: Impress your guests with custom creations like the pineapple cake with passion fruit curd.
The ambiance is classy yet casual, ideal for groups or quiet moments. With outdoor seating and a welcoming vibe, Bittersweet is a perfect spot for dessert lovers and coffee enthusiasts alike.
Cafe Menu
Granola
a bowl of our housemade granola served with fruit and milk or yogurt
Fresh Fruit Plate
a selection of seasonal fresh fruit, pecans and raspberry vinaigrette
Vegetable Frittata Panini
zucchini, red pepper and onion frittata served with chive cream spread and pressed between our country bread
French Toast
grilled apple or pecan french toast served with real maple syrup and fresh strawberries
Quiche of the Day
served with a side of fruit or mixed greens
Soup of the Day
served with housemade rosemary croutons
Sandwiches of the Day
a daily menu of seasonal sandwiches
Breakfast
Lunch Specials
Classic Caesar
crisp romaine mixed with parmesan cheese and served with housemade dressing and rosemary croutons
Arugula
roasted spicy pecans, dried cranberries, a bit of brie and housemade raspberry vinaigrette
Baby Spinach
bacon, avocado, hard-cooked egg, blue cheese and housemade cherry vinaigrette
Mixed Greens
asparagus, tomato, cucumber, red pepper, feta and housemade balsamic vinaigrette
Mediterranean
romaine, roasted red pepper, red onion, feta, celery, tomato, chick peas and housemade lemon vinaigrette, and served with tapenade toast
Houseblend Coffee
our signature mix of freshly-ground french-roast and espresso
Illy Espresso
single or double shot of illy espresso
Illy Cappuccino
single or double shot of illy espresso with hot milk and milk foam
Con Panna
a shot of illy espresso topped with a scoop of our silky, fresh-whipped cream
Affogato
a shot of illy espresso poured over a scoop of our housemade vanilla bean ice cream
Beverages
Coffee and Espresso
Bittersweet's Hot Chocolate
a rich blend of fine chocolate, milk, cream and spices served with a scoop of whipped cream, dusted with cocoa
Bittersweet's Cafe Chocolate
the best of both worlds - bittersweet's houseblend coffee poured over our signature hot chocolate
Bittersweet's Mocha
a double shot of illy espresso poured over bittersweet's signature hot chocolate
Scones
apricot, blueberry, raisin, raspberry, chocolate chip and cheddar
Croissants
classic, chocolate, almond and ham-and-swiss
Brioche
classic, chocolate and raspberry sweet cream
Muffins
banana nut, sour cherry, carrot, apple
Clafoutis
seasonal selection of fruit baked in a creamy batter
Coffee Cake
seasonal selection of fruit topped with pecan streusel
Pecan Rolls
brown sugar and cinnamon spiral baked with caramel pecans
Tea Breads
marble, lemon poppy seed, banana walnut, chocolate hazelnut, vanilla pound cake and seasonal varieties
Pastries
Breakfast Breads
Chocolate Peanut Butter Torte
peanut butter and crisp feuilletine layered with dark chocolate mousse and ganache
Vanilla Bean Cheesecake
brûléed to order and garnished with fresh fruit
Rustic Bistro Tarts
apples baked in puff pastry, drizzled with our housemade caramel sauce
Flourless Chocolate Mousse Cake
flourless chocolate cake with rich chocolate mousse and dusted with cocoa powder
Turtle Brownie Torte
brownie layered with caramel pecans and finished with ganache
