Lutz Bakery

“Cute place with plenty to choose from.”

Cute place with plenty to choose from. I'm always tempted to get several items when I stop by because everything just looks so incredible. I highly recommend stopping in sometime. They love to decorate too which is always nice to see. This goes into seasonal offerings they have too; you can expect treats with a holiday theme.

Aaron Dodson

Feb 2026

“The best pastries in the city.”

The best pastries in the city. Lutz stands the test of time. Amazing.

Peter M

Dec 2025

“Wonderful Chicago staple.”

Wonderful Chicago staple. Excellent pies, cakes and cookies. Friendly service and decades of proven success. I love Lutz Bakery!

Joshua Alan Lutz

Nov 2025

“The best place for specialty birthday cake.”

The best place for specialty birthday cake. Been going for years. Today I stopped in for some fruit tarts. Excellent. They have delicious coffee as well.

Carlos Soria

Oct 2025

“Lutz is a cherished neighborhood gem.”

Lutz is a cherished neighborhood gem! We have placed several custom orders with them and they never disappoint. Our most recent order was rainbow cupcakes for a kid’s birthday party, and I was worried our inspiration photo wouldn’t translate to the mini size we wanted, but the chefs at Lutz worked their magic and made our kiddo’s day! Their house speciality strawberry whipped cream cake is also extremely delicious and amazing when you need a last minute cake for a birthday or another celebration. Thank you, Lutz!

Danielle Gill

May 2025

“Lutz's bakery has been a staple pastry shop in the Horner Park neighborhood for over 40 years.”

Lutz's bakery has been a staple pastry shop in the Horner Park neighborhood for over 40 years! The apple strudel, cookies, pastries, and fantastic cakes are legendary! I have purchased cakes from Lutz for over 20 years! Everything they have is top quality.

Mary Biancalana

Nov 2024

“This shop was recommended to me and I am sold on their pastries!!”

This shop was recommended to me and I am sold on their pastries!!! The little I have sampled was phenomenal! The cake was spongy and moist with a wonderful fresh buttercream. The strudel soft but flaky. The flavors were so well balanced, not too sweet and absolutely not bland. The staff members wes knowledgeable of everything in stock, and the gentleman that helped me was a very cool guy. If I didn't cut myself off, I would have bought one of everything. Whenever I'm in that part of town, it'll be a must to stop in.

Steven Brumfield

Oct 2024

“If you want traditional Mitteleuropa-style pastries, this is wonderful, neighborhood bakery.”

If you want traditional Mitteleuropa-style pastries, this is wonderful, neighborhood bakery. Lots of classic goodies that you'd find in Austria or Germany -- ranging from butter cookies to fruit tart to Black Forest cannoli and a variety of pies and "Kuchen". James provided excellent, friendly service too. Thank you. Guten Appetit!

Jim McCarthy

Oct 2024

“This was our first try to have Lutz Pastry.”

This was our first try to have Lutz Pastry. I’m in town visiting my niece and her husband. We were all pleased & delighted on how delicious it was. There is something nostalgic about having these delicious pastries from an institution. They have been around since 1948. Everything was so delicious. Support this business so it continues to serve Chicago. Thank you Lutz for the experience!

Vikki Vaeth

Oct 2024

“This is by far the best place to get cakes.”

This is by far the best place to get cakes. For any birthdays or occasion, this is my go to spot. Their cakes are so delicious and fresh. They even have a dark chocolate cake that I usually get, and that never disappoints me. They also have mini deserts that you can purchase upfront as well as coffee.

mehveen ahmed

Aug 2024

“My Oma came here when I was little and would get us treats.”

My Oma came here when I was little and would get us treats. Now that I’m 22 I come to remember her. May her soul rest in peace. This place is classic, timeless, and delicious.

Sonja Bozic

May 2024

“My mom put in a last minute order for my birthday cake yesterday, the cake is beautiful and delicious.”

My mom put in a last minute order for my birthday cake yesterday, the cake is beautiful and delicious! Thank you so much for putting such detail into my cake and following all the directions for example the almond shavings on the sides! Tastes delicious and real! I appreciate the effort put into this special cake

Malikah Hendrix

Oct 2023