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Dinkel's Bakery

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Lakeview, Chicago

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Dinkel's Bakery

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Ranked #9 for donuts in Chicago
Has a stamp of approval from Time Out Chicago and Serious Eats
"Their cupcakes and donuts are very tasty and fresh."(24 Tips)
"The Woolsworth Sandwich is the best deal in town."(15 Tips)
"Red velvet cupcakes!!! Just do it!"(3 Tips)
"homestyle cakes in the fridge"(12 Tips)

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Redeye ChicagoAugust 3, 2014
This local institution warmed up its ovens in the 1920s and still is charming locals with its doughnuts, which range from cinnamon-sugar to sour cream to old-fashioned glazed. Read more
PureWowJune 7, 2017
Dinkel’s is known for its doughnuts, but we think the cookies deserve some love. Specifically, the oatmeal raisin, which strikes the perfect balance between soft and chewy. Read more
Mitch MOctober 4, 2017
First timer-donuts, rye bread and rustic dinner rolls, all delicious. Lots of pastries, donuts, breads, cookies, decoratived cakes, German specialties, along with sandwiches, salads, coffee and more.
Serious EatsMay 14, 2013
The ham on Ziggy's Ham Sandwich is thickly cut, salty, still juicy—miles away from the usual thin and slimy cold cuts. All it needs is a smear of some potent mustard, and it's good to go.
Scott KleinbergDecember 17, 2015
I'm not someone to buy a chocolate doughnut, but you will be hard pressed to find one as good as you will here. Do it for Chicago. Do it for you.
Time Out Chicago KidsJanuary 11, 2012
Baking in Lakeview since 1922, this popular German bakery turns out sour-cream doughnuts, German chocolate cookies and its signature “sip’n whisky cake,” a Bundt cake made with sour mash whiskey. Read more
S HOctober 29, 2012
Cafe now open! Plenty of space. Get your donut, pastry or cake and coffee or hot chocolate and sit by the tables.
Jessica DuBoisFebruary 22, 2017
Been here 50+ times
Every day there is a different special. Wednesday is donuts. Their cake donuts with choc icing are the best in town!
Lorri BasileAugust 1, 2016
The chocolate donuts are the best! They also have a 6lb pretzel that you can order and make sandwiches. Never a bad experience!
ChicagoistAugust 1, 2014
If you like your bread loaded or are simply a stunt eater order the Burglaur, a carbohyrate bomb loaded with egg, bacon, spinach, cheese and pesto. Read more
Michelle RAugust 10, 2016
Been here 5+ times
What's good here? Everything. Seriously. Sandwiches are great for breakfast or lunch. Donuts/Pastries great.
Tiffany WongAugust 14, 2016
really classic bakery and donut shop. can't go wrong with their sweet and heavy maple walnut cake.
Kate SchafferJuly 2, 2015
I really just love the cupcakes. I've had assorted pastries and they've all been great!!!
Matt BJuly 15, 2016
Yes, there are plenty of cakes and pastries, but don't overlook the boxes of tasty cookies.
Chris VaughnDecember 21, 2010
Been here 50+ times
BEST chocolate donuts in the city. Reminds me of the late great Davidson's Bakery donuts I grew up on.
Heather WilliamsApril 25, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Great old fashioned doughnuts and croissants. Their sandwiches are REALLY good as well!
Melissa AuJanuary 8, 2015
Great assortment of pastries. Their cupcakes and donuts are very tasty and fresh.
Pam P.November 19, 2014
Fudge brownie is totally delish. The Woolworth sandwich was really tasty as well.
Allison KaplanJanuary 2, 2014
Best doughnuts in Chicago! Half the price of boutique doughnut shops downtown too.
Time Out ChicagoAugust 2, 2014
The new room at Dinkel's comes with a new menu, this one offering sandwiches using house-baked breads and meats from Paulina Meat Market. Read more
Randy EscaladaDecember 31, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Chocolate torte slice is to die for!
Bre AndrewsNovember 21, 2012
Probably the best red velvet cupcake I've ever had, and I know red velvet cupcakes :)
Greg FingerJuly 22, 2016
Breakfast sandwiches, although not made very quickly, are worth the wait...so good!
Andrew VioletteMay 10, 2012
Although I usually don't like cream exploding in my mouth, these cream filled donuts were super good.
Raffaello ChicagoApril 3, 2014
Dipped Chocolate Chip Butter Cookie is an extra buttery cookies dipped in a smooth milk or dark chocolate.
Nicole DoupJuly 4, 2015
My office gets doughnuts from here and I'm not impressed. Ate there in person and waited over 30 min for a sandwich and there was barely anyone there. The cake we had was grossly sweet.
Aimee SullivanFebruary 20, 2010
Best doughnuts in the city! They do a big cake business too, but IMHO their frosting is not sweet enough. Stick to the doughnuts!
Shannon JeropkeMarch 26, 2018
Their brownies are to die for!
Jeff CanzonaAugust 19, 2010
Don't miss the homestyle cakes in the fridge: simple yellow cake, chocolate, and red velvet. Buttercreamy!
Jeff EarlyDecember 15, 2015
Hazard lights! Great old traditional bakery never miss pazcki season!
SaraApril 9, 2010
Stop by in the summer months for fantastic caprese sandwiches (tied with a ribbon!). The best part? Only $4!
Lauren MeekAugust 12, 2014
Amazing breakfast sandwiches. The best German chocolate cake!
Kyle CrumSeptember 2, 2014
The Woolsworth Sandwich is the best deal in town.
bryan roeAugust 3, 2013
Been here 25+ times
Best maple bacon donuts...Saturday only
Jay AnicetoMarch 8, 2011
Someone at work just brought in a box of doughnuts from this place. SOOOO GOOOOOOD. I must visit and try out some more!
Chris VaughnNovember 21, 2013
Been here 50+ times
Some of the best chocolate donuts in Chicago.
Katie M.March 22, 2014
Super friendly staff. Great eats.
Angela VaughnFebruary 21, 2013
I got a apple fritter and chocolate frosted. Delish!
Geraly O'DayApril 9, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Tuesday. Cupcakes are buy 1,get 1 free. Consider yourself warned. :)
Paul LesterDecember 13, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Most Saturdays Dinkel's offers a maple bacon donut. You want this.
Jon MaldiaMarch 22, 2014
The hot chocolate here is yummy!
Sue B.November 29, 2014
The BLTs are terrific!
Amber OrdonezJuly 28, 2013
Delicious! Apple fritter and bear claw!
Eric MetelkaNovember 17, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Baker's sunrise sandwich
Lindsay MJanuary 1, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Deli sandwiches are delicious!
CarlosJune 16, 2014
Strudel. Chocolate anything...
Erica TreaisMarch 15, 2013
Red velvet cupcakes!!! Just do it!
Bre AndrewsMarch 26, 2013
Buy 1 Get 1 free cupcakes every Tuesday!
Charles S.November 20, 2011
I recommend the custard Bismark
Diego ReynosoMarch 2, 2016
Beat cookies ever

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