Lost Larson - Chicago

Love this place and their cute patio. Highly recommend the afternoon tea bun and the cinnamon roll read more Love this place and their cute patio. Highly recommend the afternoon tea bun and the cinnamon roll

The cinnamon rolls are amazing! They’re usually busy, so order ahead if you can! read more The cinnamon rolls are amazing! They’re usually busy, so order ahead if you can!

For a young independent bakery, the overall quality is decent. The emphasis on Swedish themes feels more like a branding gimmick than an authentic experience. W... read more For a young independent bakery, the overall quality is decent. The emphasis on Swedish themes feels more like a branding gimmick than an authentic experience. When I tasted the Kanelbullar, they didn't remind me of the ones I've had at Gateaux, Fabrique, K Maerkt, or Petrus in Stockholm. The Kardemummbullar were a bit closer to what I remember, but the Kanelbullar were quite different from what I've experienced in Sweden, Finland, or Norway. They were very buttery and light, but had more of a flaky, croissant-like texture rather than a soft, doughy consistency.

Almond Lingonberry Cake read more Almond Lingonberry Cake

Their baked goods are incredible—definitely a solid 6 out of 5 stars! However, the table service is a bit unconventional. You can add your name to the list befo... read more Their baked goods are incredible—definitely a solid 6 out of 5 stars! However, the table service is a bit unconventional. You can add your name to the list before placing your order, but then you have to wait about 15 minutes for a table after you've ordered. While I understand this approach for managing the flow of customers, what's puzzling is that once you're seated, you still have to wait over 10 minutes for the coffee you ordered. It feels strange to be sitting there with your food but no drinks. The food is objectively fantastic—some of the best pastries in the city— but the table service leaves a lot to be desired.