Intelligentsia Coffee is one of The 15 Best Places for French Pastries in The Loop, Chicago.

1. Intelligentsia Coffee

9.1
53 E Randolph St (btwn Wabash Ave & Garland Ct), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · The Loop · 316 tips and reviews

Jen A.Jen Aprahamian: Try the macarons, they're fantastic!

Elisa V.Elisa V: The croissants, financiers, canelés, etc are to die for...

Rohan D.Rohan Dsouza: My go to for coffee and almond croissant

Harry's Sandwich Shop is one of The 15 Best Places for French Pastries in The Loop, Chicago.

2. Harry's Sandwich Shop

8.1
336 S Dearborn St, Chicago, IL
Sandwich Spot · The Loop · 7 tips and reviews

Lee T.Lee T: Delicious breakfast sandwhiches. I like turkey on wheat or croissant!

Collins T.Collins T: Their sandwich croissant is a must try

Clarke H.Clarke Hughes: Sausage egg and cheese breakfast croissant is a must try, classic mom and pop shop who know how to do it right

Goddess and The Baker is one of The 15 Best Places for French Pastries in The Loop, Chicago.

3. Goddess and The Baker

8.0
33 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
Café · The Loop · 108 tips and reviews

Michelle S.Michelle Starkey: Amazing croissants, gorgeous marble tabletops and a wonderful staff.

Katie K.Katie Keller: This place is GOOD. Enjoyed the granola, scones, coffee and almond croissant!

Magaly M.Magaly Mondragon: Si quieren desayunar sano y rico este es el lugar. El croissant, el chai, los jugos y los bagels una delicia

Dollop Coffee & Tea is one of The 15 Best Places for French Pastries in The Loop, Chicago.

4. Dollop Coffee & Tea

8.2
343 S Dearborn St (at W Van Buren St), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · The Loop · 37 tips and reviews

Susan K.Susan K: Love the chocolate croissants, S'mores mocha, and the turkey sandwich!

Stellaa D.Stellaa Duhart: Loved the place & their set up. Their latte was good and their pain au chocolat delicious.

Angie S.Angie Snider: Honey cinnamon latte is the best indulgence when you come here. For your black coffee needs, Metropolis coffee (this is their cafe) is brewed perfectly resulting in a smooth, flavorful cup.

The Gage is one of The 15 Best Places for French Pastries in The Loop, Chicago.

5. The Gage

9.0
24 S Michigan Ave (btwn Monroe & Madison St.), Chicago, IL
Gastropub · The Loop · 341 tips and reviews

Lacey BeanLacey Bean: Do yourself a favor and order the bison tartare. And when you're done? Peanut butter beignets for dessert.

Graciela M.Graciela Meza: Eat the beignets for dessert, you'll find a surprise! So delicious!!

HannahHannah: Try the Pumpkin Beignets

Stan's Donuts & Coffee is one of The 15 Best Places for French Pastries in The Loop, Chicago.

6. Stan's Donuts & Coffee

7.8
181 N. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
Donut Shop · The Loop · 16 tips and reviews

Michael D.Michael Deleon: Oh there cronuts are awesome

Hamid A.Hamid Alan9ary: A must stop donut 🍩 shop when in Chicago So many donut options and the coffee is good 👍🏼 Staff at this location were super friendly and helped with recommendations

Emily B.Emily B: They have gluten-free donuts! 🍩🤘

Goddess and the Baker is one of The 15 Best Places for French Pastries in The Loop, Chicago.

7. Goddess and the Baker

8.3
225 N Lasalle St, Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · The Loop · 43 tips and reviews

Florence H.Florence H: Loved the vibe, a little on the expensive side. Definitely try the Smores frappe, almond croissant and the Barbacoa Benedict.

Nelson V. G.Nelson V. Guevara: Pepper and egg sandwich is to die for. Very well balanced flavors, carefully combined. Great juices as well.

Maya J.Maya Jimenez 😬: The honey wildflower latte is amazing and not too sweet. I’m also fond of the kale Caesar salad wrap.

Lea Parisian Sandwiches is one of The 15 Best Places for French Pastries in The Loop, Chicago.

8. Lea Parisian Sandwiches

7.4
70 E Lake St, Chicago, IL
Café · The Loop · 3 tips and reviews

AlisonAlison: Great lunch spot. The flakiest croissants I’ve ever had

Joyce L.Joyce Lin: Legit croissants. Matcha latte was too sweet, but wasn’t expecting it to be mind blowing for a French place.

MARAMMARAM: The best bakery in Chicago. A must try.

The Florentine is one of The 15 Best Places for French Pastries in The Loop, Chicago.

9. The Florentine

7.7
151 W Adams St (at S LaSalle St), Chicago, IL
Italian Restaurant · 52 tips and reviews

Crain's Chicago BusinessCrain's Chicago Business: Breakfast starts at 6:30 a.m. Try the almond French toast ($12), made with thick, eggy brioche soaked in the usual egg slurry, grilled and topped with caramelized bananas and orange syrup. Read more.

Chicago magazineChicago magazine: The masterpiece is a lamb shank with farro risotto, peperonata, and mint gremolata: dramatic, tender, and unforgettable.

Alicia B.Alicia Bryant: The flan dessert and coffee were excellent. Great atmosphere. Very warm and cozy.

Cellars Market is one of The 15 Best Places for French Pastries in The Loop, Chicago.

10. Cellars Market

7.4
141 W Jackson Blvd (at LaSalle Blvd.), Chicago, IL
Food Court · The Loop · 17 tips and reviews

Simon B.Simon Buckley: Hands down- best breakfast croissant in town!

Jillian B.Jillian Burnickas: My favorite cafeteria by far. Amazing salad bar.

Nidia A.Nidia A.: Their cream of chicken rice soup is where it's at. Yum!

Intelligentsia Coffee is one of The 15 Best Places for French Pastries in The Loop, Chicago.

11. Intelligentsia Coffee

8.6
53 W Jackson Blvd (at S Dearborn St), Chicago, IL
Coffee Shop · The Loop · 104 tips and reviews

Lucas B.Lucas Belfort: Ham + cheese croissant is really great!

Steve L.Steve Lindsey: Easily some of the best coffee you'll find in Chicago. Period. Great selection if their own roasts as well, all with recent roast dates!

Paul M.Paul Murphy: Bring your parents here and watch them try to order a cup of coffee.

Argo Tea is one of The 15 Best Places for French Pastries in The Loop, Chicago.

12. Argo Tea

7.1
140 S Dearborn St (at W Adams St), Chicago, IL
Tea Room · The Loop · 19 tips and reviews

CoCo S.CoCo Silas: Try the chocolate croissant warmed up!!!!! :-))))

Joey F.Joey Flispart: TRY THE TEA

Anastasia B.Anastasia Barrientos: Friendliest staff of all the Argo Tea stores

Nutella Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for French Pastries in The Loop, Chicago.

13. Nutella Cafe

7.5
189 N Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
Café · The Loop · 65 tips and reviews

Naywri W.Naywri Wright: Went to the grand opening and had their croissant filled with Nutella.

Joel P.Joel Peppers: Nutella croissant

ReikoReiko: Apple crostata with Nutella and hazelnuts!

Marshall's Landing is one of The 15 Best Places for French Pastries in The Loop, Chicago.

14. Marshall's Landing

8.5
222 Merchandise Mart Plz, Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · The Loop · 8 tips and reviews

Naywri W.Naywri Wright: I started out with house made chips and they were great. Then I had the ML slider that came with cheese and their house made ketchup. It was very good.

JRyan G.JRyan Gillette: Good menu and friendly staff

Kevin M.Kevin McKay: Artichoke fritters

Sweetwater Tavern & Grille is one of The 15 Best Places for French Pastries in The Loop, Chicago.

15. Sweetwater Tavern & Grille

8.1
225 N Michigan Ave (at S Water St), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · The Loop · 198 tips and reviews

Allie P.Allie Payne: Beignets on the brunch menu = incredible

Aimee A.Aimee Aimee: Sunday brunch here is excellent. I enjoyed the Cafe du Monde beignets and the grilled cheese sandwich.

irolleriroller: Definitely try grilled asparagus, take two! Belgian beer is a must too