Pan Artesanal - Review - Logan Square - Chicago - The Infatuation

"The masterpieces at Pan Artesanal come at a price, and we don’t mean the very reasonable $6 they charge for a single pastry. There’s usually a long line at this weekend-only Logan Square Mexican bakery and cafe, and they often sell out before closing at noon. But if there’s a cajeta churrito worth the high stakes, it’s here. The lightly sugared crust crackles on first bite, exposing caramel so silky it deserves its own thread count. The rest of the treats are just as transcendent, whether that’s a beautifully laminated croissant stuffed with nutella and strawberries, or a soft pumpkin spice bun that pulls apart with just a gentle tug. The menu rotates regularly, and people line up as early as 7:30am to get their hands on these baked goods. But if you’re one of the unlucky masses who waits 45 minutes only to be faced with a completely empty pastry case at 10am, calm yourself. Pan Artesanal has much more to offer, like warming plates of chilaquiles and fantastic breakfast sandwiches." - Veda Kilaru