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: vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, high-protein, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, plant-based, gerd, high-fiber, tlc, macrobiotic
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, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Blueberry Scone - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Cinnamon Roll - $6 Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chocolate Croissant - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pecan Roll - $5.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Classic Croissant - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Ham & Cheese Croissant - $5.5 Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Spinach Dip Croissant - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- French Baguette - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, 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, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Signature Cakes
- Vanilla Creme Brûlée Cake - $67 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fudge Milk Chocolate Cake - $67 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Almond Strawberry Brulée Cake - $67 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cake - $60 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Lemon Raspberry Cake - $67 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Red Velvet Cake - $60 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Birthday Confetti Cake - $60 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Strawberry White Chocolate Cake - $67 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Lady Bittersweet Cake - $92 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Double Dark Chocolate Raspberry Cake - $88 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Fancy Cakes
- Black Tie Sprinkle Cake - $67 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Spackled Buttercream Cake - $96 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sugar Pearl Cake - $84 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Le Macaron Cake - $96 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Couture Bow Cake - $120 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- VIP Cake - $158 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Rustic Buttercream Cake - $84 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Vintage Heart Cake - $132
- Winter Wonderland Cake - $96 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Baptism and Communion Cake - $90 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Cupcakes
- Custom Cupcakes - $30 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Vanilla Cupcakes - 6 - $21 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Gluten-Free Mini Vanilla Cupcakes - 12 - $36 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Gluten-Free Mini Fudge Cupcakes - 12 - $30 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Mini Fudge Cupcakes - 12 - $30 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mini Vanilla Cupcakes - 12 - $30 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Mini Red Velvet Cupcakes - 12 - $30 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Black Tie Sprinkle Cupcakes - $21 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Gluten-Free Fudge Cupcakes - 6 - $24 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Red Velvet Cupcakes - 6 - $21 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fudge Cupcakes - 6 - $21 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Desserts
- Flourless Chocolate Mousse Cake - $80 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Vanilla Bean Cheesecake - $40 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Door County Sour Cherry Pie - $55 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Individual Flourless Chocolate Mousse Cake - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Individual Vanilla Bean Cheesecake - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Peanut Butter Torte - $40 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Individual Chocolate Peanut Butter Torte - $8 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fresh Fruit Tart - $6 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Galette des Rois - $45: Traditional French King Cake made with flaky puff pastry filled with creamy frangipane. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Passion Fruit Tart - $6 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Eggnog Cheesecake - $42 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Raspberry Ganache Tart - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Cookies & Treats
- Fudge Brownie - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Raspberry Macaron - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Pistachio Macaron - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Salted Caramel Macaron - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Vanilla Macaron - $3.25 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Lemon Macaron - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Macaron - $3.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
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