Bittersweet Pastry Shop – French
The air at Bittersweet Pastry Shop is thick with the irresistible scent of caramelized sugar and cultured butter, drawing guests into a sun-drenched space where artisanal craft takes center stage. Glass cases overflow with golden, shatteringly crisp croissants and rustic fruit-studded clafoutis, while savory quiches rich with Gruyere offer a decadent counterpoint to the sticky, nut-topped rolls. Every bite, from the snap of a fresh baguette to the delicate layers of a pain au chocolat, captures the timeless elegance of a classic neighborhood patisserie.
850 West Monroe Street https://bittersweetpastry.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: French
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, macrobiotic
Diet fit at Bittersweet Pastry Shop
Dairy-Free at Bittersweet Pastry Shop
Bittersweet Pastry Shop in Chicago has 17 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sugar Pearl Cake, Fresh Fruit Tart and Passion Fruit Tart. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Bittersweet Pastry Shop
Bittersweet Pastry Shop in Chicago has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gluten-Free Mini Vanilla Cupcakes - 12, Gluten-Free Mini Fudge Cupcakes - 12 and Gluten-Free Fudge Cupcakes - 6. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Bittersweet Pastry Shop
Bittersweet Pastry Shop in Chicago has 55 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocolate Peanut Butter Torte, Strawberry White Chocolate Cake and Sugar Pearl Cake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Bittersweet Pastry Shop
Bittersweet Pastry Shop in Chicago has 1 high-protein-tagged dish on its current menu, including Vanilla Macaron. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Bittersweet Pastry Shop
Bittersweet Pastry Shop in Chicago has 18 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocolate Peanut Butter Torte, Sugar Pearl Cake and Fresh Fruit Tart. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Bittersweet Pastry Shop
Bittersweet Pastry Shop in Chicago has 58 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocolate Peanut Butter Torte, Strawberry White Chocolate Cake and Sugar Pearl Cake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Bittersweet Pastry Shop
Bittersweet Pastry Shop in Chicago has 8 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Raspberry Macaron, Fresh Fruit Tart and Chocolate Macaron. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Bittersweet Pastry Shop
Bittersweet Pastry Shop in Chicago has 2 low-fat-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fresh Fruit Tart and Passion Fruit Tart. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Bittersweet Pastry Shop
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Ham & Gruyere Quiche | 11 g | 45.5 g |
| Pistachio Macaron | 20.8 g | 35.1 g |
| Pecan Roll | 57.6 g | 29.3 g |
| Door County Sour Cherry Pie | 45.2 g | 29.1 g |
| Chocolate Peanut Butter Torte | 40.7 g | 24 g |
| Vintage Heart Cake | 42.8 g | 22.4 g |
| Custom Cupcakes | 60.5 g | 22.4 g |
| Vanilla Macaron | 17.4 g | 21.1 g |
| Double Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cake | 59.4 g | 20.6 g |
| Spinach Ricotta Quiche | 12.3 g | 17.9 g |
| French Baguette | 101.6 g | 16.8 g |
| Galette des Rois | 46.6 g | 15.4 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the mouth-watering sandwiches at Bittersweet, which are consistently praised for being cooked to perfection and offered at reasonable prices. Celebrated for its welcoming atmosphere and attentive service, the experience is frequently highlighted by guests as a top recommendation for a satisfying meal. Standout dishes include the perfectly prepared sandwiches that reviewers note for their exceptional flavor and quality.
Menu
Breakfast Pastries
- Sour Cherry Clafoutis - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Blueberry Scone - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cinnamon Roll - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chocolate Croissant - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pecan Roll - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Classic Croissant - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Ham & Cheese Croissant - $5.5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Spinach Dip Croissant - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Baguette - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Volumetrics, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Savory
- Whole Ham & Gruyere Quiche - $55 Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Spinach Ricotta Quiche - $55 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Signature Cakes
- Vanilla Creme Brûlée Cake - $67 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Fudge Milk Chocolate Cake - $67 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Almond Strawberry Brulée Cake - $67 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cake - $60 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Lemon Raspberry Cake - $67 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
- Red Velvet Cake - $60 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Birthday Confetti Cake - $60 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Strawberry White Chocolate Cake - $67 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Lady Bittersweet Cake - $92 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Double Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cake - $88 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
Fancy Cakes
- Black Tie Sprinkle Cake - $67 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Spackled Buttercream Cake - $96 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Sugar Pearl Cake - $84 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
- Le Macaron Cake - $96 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Couture Bow Cake - $120 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
- VIP Cake - $158 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
- Rustic Buttercream Cake - $84 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Vintage Heart Cake - $132 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Winter Wonderland Cake - $96 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, Renal
- Baptism and Communion Cake - $90 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
Cupcakes
- Custom Cupcakes - $30 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Vanilla Cupcakes - 6 - $21 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Gluten-Free Mini Vanilla Cupcakes - 12 - $36 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Gluten-Free Mini Fudge Cupcakes - 12 - $30 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Mini Fudge Cupcakes - 12 - $30 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mini Vanilla Cupcakes - 12 - $30 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mini Red Velvet Cupcakes - 12 - $30 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Black Tie Sprinkle Cupcakes - $21 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Gluten-Free Fudge Cupcakes - 6 - $24 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Red Velvet Cupcakes - 6 - $21 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Fudge Cupcakes - 6 - $21 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Desserts
- Flourless Chocolate Mousse Cake - $80 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Vanilla Bean Cheesecake - $40 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Door County Sour Cherry Pie - $55 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Individual Flourless Chocolate Mousse Cake - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Individual Vanilla Bean Cheesecake - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Torte - $40 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Individual Chocolate Peanut Butter Torte - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Fresh Fruit Tart - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Galette des Rois - $45: Traditional French King Cake made with flaky puff pastry filled with creamy frangipane. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Passion Fruit Tart - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Eggnog Cheesecake - $42 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Raspberry Ganache Tart - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Cookies & Treats
- Fudge Brownie - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Raspberry Macaron - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Pistachio Macaron - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Salted Caramel Macaron - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Vanilla Macaron - $3.25 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Lemon Macaron - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Macaron - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Frequently Asked Questions about Bittersweet Pastry Shop
- Is Bittersweet Pastry Shop dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Bittersweet Pastry Shop has 17 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Sugar Pearl Cake, Fresh Fruit Tart and Passion Fruit Tart.
- What can I eat at Bittersweet Pastry Shop on a dairy-free diet?
- Sugar Pearl Cake, Fresh Fruit Tart and Passion Fruit Tart carry the dairy-free tag, out of 17 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Bittersweet Pastry Shop have vegan options?
- Yes. 18 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Chocolate Peanut Butter Torte and Sugar Pearl Cake.
- Is Bittersweet Pastry Shop gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Bittersweet Pastry Shop?
- Whole Ham & Gruyere Quiche, at roughly 45.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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