Au Levain Bakery & Cafe

06/26/2026

At Au Levain, we believe food has always been about bringing people together—and today, we're asking our community to come together for the people of Venezuela. 🇻🇪🤍

The recent earthquakes have left thousands of families facing unimaginable loss. While we're far away, compassion knows no borders, and even small acts of generosity can have a meaningful impact.

We've put together resources highlighting trusted organizations providing emergency relief, as well as local opportunities here in Chicago to donate essential supplies and support ongoing recovery efforts.

If you're able, please consider making a donation, dropping off needed items, or sharing this post to help spread the word. Every contribution helps provide food, clean water, medical care, shelter, and hope to those rebuilding their lives.

You'll also find a link in our bio to support the I Love Venezuela Foundation fundraiser.

Thank you for always showing up for your neighbors—both near and far. Together, we can help bring comfort, care, and hope to those who need it most. ❤️

06/24/2026

A Chicago classic, wrapped in buttery layers. Four all-butter croissants baked around all-beef hot dogs and finished with the essential Chicago-style fixings: yellow mustard, sport peppers, pickles, tomatoes, and poppy seeds. No ketchup, of course.

Perfect for brunch, game day, or sharing with fellow Chicago dog devotees.

Includes 4 Chicago Dog Croissants • $32 🌭🥐
Available for a limited time at Au Levain Bakery & Café on our preorder menu for 4th of July. Pickups on July 1-2-3. Link to order on our website!

06/21/2026

☀️🥐 Happy Father’s Day & Happy First Day of Summer! 🌻

Today we’re celebrating two of our favorite things: the dads who make life a little sweeter and the arrival of summer in Chicago. Especially our very own dad, Chef Lazaro at far left.

Whether you’re spending the day with family, gathering around the brunch table, or simply treating yourself to something delicious, we hope your day is filled with good company, warm sunshine, and plenty of pastries.

From all of us at Au Levain, thank you for being part of our community. Here’s to summer mornings, farmers markets, patio coffee, and all the sweet moments still to come.

Happy Father’s Day and welcome, summer. ☀️💚

06/18/2026

⚽️🌎 The Mundial is here, and we're raising a glass to every goal, save, and last-minute winner.
For the entire World Cup, we're pouring a tournament-worthy special:
�🍺 Bottle of Peroni Italian Lager�🥃 Shot of Fernet-Branca�💥 Just $10

Catch the matches on our bar TVs, cheer on your squad, and settle in with some Italian food, cold beer, and great company.

So tell us—who are you rooting for this World Cup? 🇮🇹 🇦🇷 🇧🇷 🇺🇸 🇲🇽 🇫🇷 ...or someone else?

06/18/2026

The wait is over. 🌶️

Our Chorizo Danish has officially returned to the pastry case.

Flaky, buttery laminated pastry filled with savory chorizo, creamy queso fresco, and finished with our vibrant red pepper sauce for just the right amount of kick.

Equal parts breakfast, lunch, and guilty pleasure.

06/17/2026

🇺🇸✨ Fourth of July desserts are officially available for preorder. This year we're keeping it classic with two summer favorites:

🥧 9" Double Crusted Cherry Pie — $45�🍑 7" × 7" Peach & Raspberry Cobbler — $28

Made from scratch with peak-season fruit, buttery pastry, and all the care that goes into everything we bake.

Preorders are available now for pickup on:�• July 1�• July 2�• July 3

Please note: these items are available by preorder only and will not be available in our pastry case.

Order ahead, skip the stress, and bring something memorable to the holiday table.

📍 Au Levain Bakery & Café�4301 N. Lincoln Ave, Chicago

06/15/2026

Cold coffee. Hot ambitions. ☕️❄️

06/14/2026

Brunch isn't a sprint, it's a marathon. Good news: you've still got 4 more hours to make questionable decisions involving berries, maple syrup, and extra coffee. 🍓 ☕️

We'll save you a seat. See you before 4.

06/12/2026

Sunshine on a baguette ☀️🍅

Meet the newest addition to our lunch menu: the Caprese Sandwich.

Housemade sourdough baguette layered with juicy heirloom tomatoes, creamy burrata, and our walnut-basil pesto for the perfect bite of summer. Fresh, vibrant, and just the right excuse to linger a little longer over lunch.

Summer never tasted so good. 🌿✨

06/11/2026

06/10/2026

Stacked high, wrapped up, and rolling out 🚛🥐🍩

Tonight’s pastry lineup is headed to the Andersonville Farmers Market and we’re bringing ALL the goodies. Catch us from 3–7pm at 1500 W Winona for croissants, doughnuts, danishes, English muffins and more — come early for the best selection ✨