Loba Pastry + Coffee

Wowowowow! Loba came highly recommended by the staff at Ethos Gym next door. After a pretty intense workout at 9am in the morning on a rainy Sunday, all I wanted was some coffee afterwards. This is a pretty legit, basic (in the best way) coffeehouse. You won't find blended surgery concoctions here, or 179 different syrup flavors. This is a tried and true coffee establishment. Order 2 Turkish Delight iced lattes. Amazing. Very cool ingredients (which included pistachio milk) and roses sprinkled on top. We also had 2 muffins. I LOVED the coconut sourdough and my husband loved the banana chocolate. For such a cool place, the baristas were super nice - I was definitely not expecting that!We will be back for sure since reality totally lived up to the hype.

Be prepared to come early enough so they don't run out of the yummy pastries that you can't quite find anywhere else!This is a small, low key and super casual bakery, and has some seating indoors. It has multiple locations but this one is just off the train station and they have delicious pastries (gluten free options available!)I didn't order any drinks but the pastries were delicious and some so dense that they can really fill you up! This was the case for the TROPICAL sourdough muffin (4/5*) and the PINEAPPLE sourdough (3/5*) muffin. My ultimate favorite was the CHEESE KOUIGN AMANN (5/5*) - perfect mix of sweet and savory. Staff is super friendly and they had plenty of staff to take order and serve. Will definitely be back to enjoy some more baked goods next time I'm in town!

My first visit to Loba Pastry was on a Sunday and I ended up on line next to a girl who had been there the day before but was back again because it was so good. She talked highly of the sesame bun which is only available on Saturdays (I will be back on a Saturday) and also seemed to like their coffee.I get it - I loved all the pastries I got at Loba (and I got quite a few) and I will absolutely be back. They are such high quality pastries and so delicious and the only thing keeping me from going more often is a desire to moderate my pastry intake for health reasons. Otherwise, I would be here all the time.I got the sesame emie, fennel twist, black mole croissant, and hot cross buns and that's probably the order of what I liked from best to least. But to be clear, I enjoyed everything and would recommend everything. The sesame emie had a crunch and was so well flavored and absolutely would be something I got again. The worker described it as similar to a French canele. The fennel twist was sweet but not at all overwhelmingly and so delicious. Mole croissant filling was yummy and such a high quality croissant. I have never had a hot cross bun so I guess I can't compare but it was very fun and huge. Honestly I wish I had a better vocabulary to describe how good these pastries are but I do not know the right technical terms. You simply have to go and try them.

The pineapple sourdough muffin is what sourdough dreams are made of. Super moist laced with chunks of pineapple throughout. Great energy in this cozy space which is perfect for meeting up with friends to share pastries over a strong cup of coffee.

This is NOT a good cafe to work. They forbid laptops. I went 11/25/2023, and I can confirm they are open at the listed address, 3600 N Lincoln Ave, steps away from the Addison Ave stop.I had the pleasure of sampling three items during my visit:1. Mole Mocha with Oat MilkThe flavor profile of the Mole Mocha with oat milk proved to be intriguing. While the initial sips were a bit surprising, the unique taste grew on me. I would consider ordering it again, although my curiosity leans toward exploring other beverages on their menu. The first few sips made me cough, so watch out! It's spicy! 2. Sesame BunThe Sesame Bun left a notable impression with its crispy texture and pronounced sesame flavor. The meticulous attention given to each layer was evident, resulting in a harmonious blend where each element played a distinct role. I highly recommend this item for those who appreciate a well-crafted and cohesive pastry.3. Buckwheat Honey BunThe Buckwheat Honey Bun offered a delightful experience with its subtle sweetness and rich flavor. The prominence of the grains added depth to the overall taste. I found it to be a nuanced and satisfying choice for those seeking a pastry with a refined balance of flavors.

Small unassuming bakery at corner of Addison & Lincoln Avenue. Walking in.. it's spare with a small pastry case, espresso machine flanked by some tables, bring sunglasses! They only offer about half a dozen pastries each day but what they bake is truly remarkable. Different takes on classics such as a Banana Sourdough Muffin or a Ham & Cheese Kouign Amann will blow your mind! One of the best bakeries I've tried in Chicago & I've tried them all. Bring your wallet they said. Talk later

I really liked it! We went late on a Sunday morning and it was very busy. The line was doubled around inside. It moved pretty quickly though, and the pastries and coffee were pretty good.The space indoors is pretty small, so it may be difficult to find a spot to sit/stand. The service was quick and nice. Everyone was pretty helpful and happy to share reccomendations.

The food and coffee were okay, but the service didn't make me feel very welcome and verged on condescending.

Top tier pastries!Definitely coming back to sit and try a coffee too. Overall one of those spots I will keep in my recurrent list.Service was very kind despite how busy it was.

Understated coffee shop with great coffee and even better muffins! I usually get a flavor in my latte, but their "plain" latte with simple syrup was excellent. I also want to try the Turkish latte with pistachio milk (next time!). My husband and I split a blueberry sourdough muffin that was easily one of the best muffins I've ever had. Will definitely be back!