Emeche Cakery & Cafe

"Bronzeville is lucky to have this bakery that specializes in cupcakes and breakfast. Emeche opened in 2019 and the croissant sandwiches, which come with a special jam, cheddar, and turkey bacon, are delicious." - Ashok Selvam, Eater Staff

"This stylish Bronzeville cafe specializes in cake, but it offers a respectable selection of freshly baked cookies as well, including vegan chocolate chip and shortbread." - Naomi Waxman, Eater Staff

"Bronzeville’s Emeche Cakery and Cafe makes delicious pastries, cakes, and vegan desserts, so you can expect their holiday pies to be good too. You can order sweet potato, pecan, apple, and pumpkin pie here, and don’t be surprised if you “accidentally” also add some garlic dinner rolls to your cart." - john ringor

"Bronzeville’s adorable Eméché Cakery, where owner Janell Richmond has drawn fans with spirit-infused baked goods and intricate custom cakes, brings serious slice game with hits like its Hummingbird cake, bourbon pecan pound cake, and layer cake in various flavors slathered with Oreo buttercream frosting." - Naomi Waxman, aimee.levitt

"The glamorous little pastry shop in Bronzeville is best known for its spirit-infused creations like bourbon pecan pound cake, chocolate bourbon pound cake, and mini rum butter Bundt cakes. But Eméché is not gimmicky. Owner Janell Richmond is a talented baker who makes everything she sells by hand, including the elaborate, custom-designed cakes she creates for special occasions. The spot is open daily (except Sundays) for breakfast and lunch, and it accommodates up to 50 people for a full buyout." - Audarshia Townsend