Gold Coast Cafe
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About
Gold Coast Cafe — established middle eastern in River North with a loyal following. Order the Dubai Chocolate Croissant. The design gives it a sharp first impression. "The coffee is rich and flavorful, and their pastries taste fresh and homemade" — Karina Kar
Experience Breakdown
Jodi H
203 reviews
“I don't even drink coffee and I loved the cardamom latte”
Highlights
Must Try
What Diners Are Saying
Diners loved
Some noted
This establishment had a great Knafeh and coffee.
Probably one of the worst café experiences I’ve had a long time.
Very disappointed tried it after seeing an Instagram reel on my feed.
Specialties
- Dubai Chocolate Croissant
- Breakfast Burrito
Location
754 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654
What 334+ diners say about Gold Coast Cafe
“Hi, from Oklahoma.”
Hi, from Oklahoma! We stopped in for the mousse fruit desserts. My daughter tried the apple and mango and I tried the pineapple and mango. Deanna was so sweet and helpful! She knows a lot about the food! They were so rich and sweet and full of flavor. The vibe was very cozy and calm. Thank you for your time and your very clear, love of baking. If we ever visit Chicago again, we will be back!! ♥️
Shelby West
Nov 2025
“Easily the best cafe in Chicago.”
Easily the best cafe in Chicago! The food is great, the pastries are very imaginative and tasty and the overall vibe is top tier! Asmita continuously makes us the best drinks and food and always with a smile! Couldn’t recommend more! Zabiha certified also :)
F
Nov 2025
“The Dubai chocolate croissant was perfect.”
The Dubai chocolate croissant was perfect! Crunchy, flaky, tasty but not too sweet! To die for!!! I will be back (from Texas)! Service was also great and the girl was very helpful going over each item.
Dallas Girl
Nov 2025
“I’ve been dying to try the fruit pastries and this place was amazing.”
I’ve been dying to try the fruit pastries and this place was amazing! Very calming atmosphere, nice people, and delicious pastries. I got the lemon and apple. Both were crunchy on the outside and soft inside. They taste amazing. 10/10. Wish I lived closer so I could come back often.
Taylor Butler
Nov 2025
“My girlfriend and I got these three in the picture.”
My girlfriend and I got these three in the picture. All were full of flavor. The mango one was our favorite. We recommend!
Omar
Nov 2025
“I have seen these type of pastries on social media and came across Gold Coast cafe.”
I have seen these type of pastries on social media and came across Gold Coast cafe. Cravings were definitely satisfied. Got three different kinds and all were full of flavor. Would definitely recommend and come back as well
Joselyn
Nov 2025
“Friendly atmosphere!”
Friendly atmosphere!! Food and drinks were amazing!! We stopped 3x during our recent visit! Will be back!! Dubai latte, yummmm and those pastries are a must! The banana and lemon not pictured were our favorite but all were amazing.
Sarah Joseph
Nov 2025
“Super cute cafe in a convenient location with kind staff.”
Super cute cafe in a convenient location with kind staff. I had been wanting to check this place out and regret not coming in sooner. I had coffee and a gorgeous raspberry pastry. I will be back for lunch.
Marbella
Nov 2025
“Delicious food, highly recommend the Kanfah and mouse desserts.”
Delicious food, highly recommend the Kanfah and mouse desserts! Good service; staff is nice
George Westinghouse
Nov 2025
“The desert fruit cakes are tasty and sweet.”
The desert fruit cakes are tasty and sweet! Enjoyed it while being in a cool, cozy space. 12 dollars for one fruit cake is expensive though
Eddie J
Nov 2025
“I saw all the hype on TikTok so I had to try it out myself when I was in town.”
I saw all the hype on TikTok so I had to try it out myself when I was in town. I’m not a big fan of sweet but this pastries are delicious. You need to check this place out
Lilian Rosales
Oct 2025
“Tried the Nutella tiramisu and it was amazing.”
Tried the Nutella tiramisu and it was amazing. Staff was very friendly and helpful!
Adriana Garcia
Oct 2025
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