Pierrot Gourmet at The Peninsula

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 Pierrot Gourmet is a charming gem with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The green-themed décor is elegant and fresh, and the space is impeccably clean. We ordered the pastry basket, and every single item was absolutely delicious—flaky, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The cappuccino was smooth and perfectly crafted. Highly recommend for anyone looking to enjoy a relaxing and high-quality coffee and pastry experience.

Staff are so friendly and lovely. Food was great too. Can’t fault this place at all. The pastries are divine ! Finally place that actually deserves a tip. :)

Can’t go wrong stopping for coffee and a light morning bite. This outdoor patio is lovely and the food was delightful. Staff was great and incredibly gracious. Hard to decide what to get as everything looked so good.

Had an absolutely fantastic breakfast here! The quiche was light and fluffy, with a perfectly buttery crust. It came with a fresh side salad that balanced the richness of the quiche beautifully. The orange juice was fresh-squeezed and full of flavor. To top it off, I indulged in an amarena cherry mousse cake that was delicate and flavorful, paired with a lavender cappuccino. Highly recommend!

The brunch was excellent. Drinks were great. We ordered the croque monsier, which was really good, as well as the shrimp salad. The dessert unfortunately was more style than substance.

The ambiance at Pierrot is a delightful mix of cozy elegance and modern charm.the food is the best especially avocado toast. But it’s the dessert menu that steals the show. The selection of sweets is nothing short of extraordinary. Each dessert is a work of art, meticulously crafted and bursting with flavor.

Breakfast was delicious and the service was top-notch. Our server, Ben, was especially attentive and made everything feel luxurious. I had the breakfast flambé and shared nutella and custard croissants with my friends. My only complaint is that the breakfast flambé was a little difficult to eat because the base was a little weak and the egg kept falling off. It was delicious, though.

Cutest little cafe ever! Located on the corner of the Peninsula Hotel, you’ll find a quaint bakery offering breakfast, lunch, coffee and desserts galore! Everything was delicious and beautiful, I’m not even a coffee drinker and I ordered a lavender cappuccino and a matcha latte. Don’t miss this place!

I had the brie apple fig jam sandwich that was delicious and vegetarian. I was only going to eat half, but it was so good, I wolfed down the entire panini. The atmosphere is so high-style and cozy. We're going back this morning for breakfast to check out the croissants. I'll get pics today!

Your picture is one of my very favorite patisseries!! Only place I know outside of France to get it! Yum!

I came here for a few treats the day I checked out of my hotel. We purchased the cookies I heard so much about and a few macaroons. Everything was delicious and the staff was quick with our order!

Really nice place. Def a place for sweet treats. The food was good. Don't get the kids Mac n cheese. Epic fail The quiche was excellent. 5/5. Flaky buttery crust. The fresh chips are excellent. The grilled choose is good but too cheesy. Ask for it light The pen salad was 5/5. Really tasty. The chicken is outstanding. The chocolate obsession cake was rich and amazing. Not bitter chocolate at the end The macaroons were good My wife said the coffee was just okay.

We whole family stop by the store again and we enjoy the foods and Holiday deserts . Highly recommend their Xmas tree, snowflake and Santa hat and ornaments. They all tasted really good that you forgot you are eating a desert but enjoy a Food Art. Thanks to our helper Natty and the long hair lady with black glasses. We are very appreciative their help and service which made our dining experience very pleasurable and memorable. Happy Holiday to you all as well. Food: 15/10 我覺得這間直屬半島酒店的甜點屋，已經在芝加哥超過15年的歷史， 還是保持五星好評的水準， 真的不用評，來吃就對了。半島酒店ㄧ直是亞州區五星以上的高級酒店， 在亞洲，有不少米其林餐廳都是和半島酒店合作的。這間的甜點不但好吃， 造型漂亮， 而且口味多樣不重覆。 飯後ㄧ定要點個甜點才不虛此行。我喜歡把Roseberry rose macaron 的top 打開， 用叉子像刀一樣切分一整個Roseberry 加上cream和jam ㄧ口吃完， 這時甜味和酸味與果香熔化在嘴中， 真是絕配。 而男生喜歡的chocolate obsession, 也是濃醇香甜， 白色菊花的tart 不但好看， 中間是cream和櫻桃的餡， 好吃極了。非常推薦. 兒子喜歡 的水果tart, 新鮮吃的到也看得見。後來還外帶Apple & CoffeeBean 回家吃。 Brunch 真的要謝謝我們的waitress, 她推薦的lobster roll & truffle chicken pot pie 還有shrimp salad 都非常棒。 lobster roll 的麵包烤的又脆又香，調味好的龍蝦肉沒有過多的美奶滋， 反而吃的很清爽， 重點是覺的回味無窮。聽隔壁的客人說這間主廚有很完整的烹飪經驗。 查過後， 真的是我的榮幸。 原來我喜歡的酒店他都工作過。 chicken pot pie 的外皮是酥脆的口感， 裡面裹著濃湯和嫩雞肉， truffle 的獨特照亮了這道湯， 大小適中， 夠ㄧ個人吃， 主餐都付帶水果或chips, 自由選擇。 蝦沙拉給的是很大的蝦， 我想應該改名叫Prawn salad 吧！裡面的sauce 是酸甜口味， 還有牛油果和芒果， 愛吃saladㄧ定很喜歡這道"prawn " salads Service: 10/10 我們的女服務員很貼心， 特別幫我們把shrimp salad分成2盤， 服務很仔細。上甜點時幫我們換了乾淨的盤子， 而且盤子的溫度是冰的， 保持甜品的低溫。謝謝你們的細心服務。 Ambiance: 地方不大， 整體明亮的白色和綠色的設計很高雅， 連廁所都有人拍照。有主食也有甜點， 是個很好的吃飯聊天的地方。飯後往下走是逛街的地方。

Stopped in for a quick tea but left with 2 pastries, which I'm not disappointed with at all. Had an amazing selection of teas and coffees as well as impressive pastries and desserts. I can't wait to come back to try them all! Very bright and open cafe type setting, decent amount of seats available and is connected the the Peninsula hotel. Service was phenomenal, I was overwhelmed by all the choices but the server was quick to address any questions and provide valuable recommendations.

When I think of Pierrot Gourmet, besides the food, I think of the amazing service. It really is the kind of service you can expect at a 5-star restaurant, which I suppose isn't all that surprising given it's part of The Peninsula hotel. While I've had real meals here, I really just come for the desserts and pastries. Whenever it's croissants for breakfast or a fruit tart after lunch, you can't go wrong with anything they serve. Just take a look at their display case and pick whatever looks good! And good luck with that - they have about a million options to choose from and all of them look fantastic!

Came back 2 years later and felt this was as good as I remembered. Spinach and Mushroom Quiche - 4/5. Velvety eggs, excellent bake. Simple side salad. My wife got a breakfast croissant and really enjoyed it.

This place was VERY recommended by my boss who urged me to get the rotisserie chicken. This is their signature dish. Although the chicken was very tasty, I wouldn't say that it was out of this world and that I would get it again. I got the prosciutto salad and that also wasn't my favorite because the salad base was very bitter. I got hazelnut cruffin which was giving Godiva pastry and it was very tasty. Someone got the croque Madame next to me which I wish I got instead. The ambience was very quaint and it looked like a little French café. The service was also great. My server was nice and my water was constantly full. I would come again and get different things because I wasn't very impressed on the taste of my food, but that could be personal preference.

This restaurant is so lovely we came here once for coffee and desserts, and came a second time to dine in. The interior is adorable and all white and light green colors. Had the Rotisserie Chicken, french onion soup, cappuccino, coffee, negroni sbagliato, and giant raspberry macaron. The mashed potatoes in the chicken dish was chunky and silky and amazing! I could pass on the coffee and desserts next time. Was really excited to try the mille feuille but found out they no longer serve it. Service was pleasant and I would definitely come back to try the chicken pot pie!

5 Stars: A Little Slice of Paris in Chicago This spot is where pastry dreams come true. The coffee? Top-notch. The pastries? Straight-up edible art, crafted by pastry chefs from The Peninsula Hotel. These aren't your average sweets; they're the kind of treats that make you feel fancy just looking at them--and even fancier eating them. Seasonal flavors keep things fresh, so there's always an excuse to come back (not that you'll need one). Need a holiday or hostess gift? Forget the boring wine bottle. Show up with a box of these beauties, and you'll be invited back forever. When the weather's nice, the outdoor patio is a place to be. Picture yourself sipping a perfect latte, savoring a croissant that's flakier than your group chat, and plotting which Chicago restaurant you'll hit up later. A true gem--don't miss it!

Had an amazing time while visiting Pierrot Gourmet on labor day weekend (Sunday). We arrived around 10am and was quoted 20 minute wait to sit outside. Thankfully we were seated within 5-10mins which was an added bonus. Our server Ben was very nice and provided us with recommendations. My friend and I decided to split a choice of 3 bakery daily selection and breakfast burrito with chorizo. Ben took the liberty of splitting the plate for us which was a nice touch.

Went for the Pâtisserie and was pleasantly surprised! The beautiful assortment was displayed in a glass enclosure where patrons can order to-go. My favorite was the vanilla bean stuffed brioche, the name is slipping my mind.

My go to spot for a mid shopping break. It's on mag mile, right across Saks and has this relaxed European charm to it. They also have one of the best patios for people watching!! As for food, you can choose from the wide selection of pastries & sweets as well as simple options for a quick meal Food tastes solid, service is great, vibes are vibing. Can't get any better than this! Raspberry Rose Macaron $14* Coffee Bean $12 Quiche Lorraine $20 Cappuccino $6 Passion Fruit Macaron $3.50 쇼핑하다 당땡길때 가는 카페 Saks 옆에 붙어있어서 위치도 딱이고 호텔에서 운영하는 곳이라서 서비스가 매우 좋다. 다양한 패스츄리, 디저트, 간단한 식사까지 다 준비되어있음. 퀄리티도 꽤 괜찮아서 자주가게된다.

Love the coffee, tea, delicious pastries, service and ambience. I definitely recommend this place but little pricey but it's worth it.

What a great breakfast to start your day in Downtown Chicago. Pierrot Gourmet delivers big flavors wrapped in a beautifully delicious package. We got both of the quiches. They were light, creamy and very filling. Our server Chanida was a delight. She made us feel welcomed and taken care of. She deserves a raise. Highly recommend dining here. Author David Moon Books on Amazon ZomoSapienS Scales of Justice

Best place to stop and get a vanilla latte. Loved the fact the latte was good in the sense of sugar and taste. Desserts look amazing but we don't get any since we were walking around. They are super busy. They have a few tables you can sit down and enjoy your treats. Very instagram esthetics. 10/10

Went over for breakfast while visiting Chicago. The space is cute with a to go and pastry counter off to the side and dine in seating. The avocado toast was pretty good but the sourdough was bit hard and over toasted. The lox was amazing and fresh. We did decided to choose a pastry from the many displayed options and opted for the Chrysanthemum cake - it was beautiful and yummy with a fruit filling. I also tried the matcha and latte which were both fantastic. Wait time on Saturday morning for a table of 2 was about 10 minutes so not bad at all as compared to other restaurants in the area.

I'm so hyped that this location has reopened since last year after a closure during COVID lockdown. Ordered an iced oat matcha latte and a cinnamon roll. In addition, my group got an apple Brie baked sandwich. The baked apple was really delicious and gave a warm and wholesome fall vibe. The only complaint that I have is that this restaurant only has one restroom for everyone and this could be a pain during busy time.

I'm so glad this place has reopened. It was closed for a while during the pandemic. Luckily, they're back and they have their iconic raspberry macaron cake! It's just the right texture - just on the edge of chewy but not - and not too sweet! The triple g chocolate drink was okay. Seemed like very average chocolate milk. Could use more chocolate. The place is classy and clean. I'm very fond of their dessert menu. Will be back for food and sweets. I was sad to see that they no longer use their beautiful yellow rounded square to go boxes. Service: 9/10. Tentative but makes you box your own food to go.

I've been a big fan of Pierrot Gourmet since 2013 when I first came to the States. I really enjoyed every single morning I had spent there, with quality-guaranteed coffee and breakfast. It was close for a while during COViD. Last Christmas during my visit back to Chicago, I was so happy to find its reopening ! The truffled chicken pot pie was Amazing, as well as the cute dessert and London fog!I would consider moving back to Chicago for it lol

This place is a hidden gem! It's right across the street from a Giordano's and could be hard to miss. My favorite things were the maritozzo, a decadent chocolate cake called chocolate obsession, and the Alsatian tarte flambee. Inside, it's bright and airy, with a classy yet casual ambiance and phenomenal service. Can't wait to return.

Great cappuccino. Also had the avocado toast, which was large and came with a generous side salad. Friendly service. Recommend!

Place was easy to find not to mention the service is so fast. You'll be seated fast and inside is just a happy vibe! everyone smiling at you.. not so common in a resto but you know everyone loves what they're doing and loves to be there. Food is amazing. I love everything. The chicken is so good, juicy and so tasty. I had to request to our host that when I ordered cake to put a candle cause it's my son's birthday. And he prepared it perfectly. My son just graduated Navy and he doesn't want any food until he saw this in yelp and told me he wants to try the French soup HE LOVED IT! We weren't able to celebrate his 18th birthday as he was in booth camp so this was a sweet treat after 10 weeks! Thank you for the experience!

These are the closest to authentic croissants you'll find in the city, I would argue in my personal top of all time that includes bakeries in France. Highly recommend trying them out!

My review is strictly on the pastries. Walking in we were greeted with a smile. Friendly staff answered all of our questions. This place is a cute establishment with open sitting. We were not impressed with our pastry choices. They looked very pretty but lacking in flavor and even texture. Maybe it was an off day or they were old? This was on a Friday so maybe end of week pastries before the weekend hits.. not sure but will try them again for the actual food and will update my review accordingly.

Loved the place! Very welcoming, great, fresh ambiance for breakfast and lunch. Good portions and prices. Excellent desserts and overall fantastic flavors. Service is very quick and a great variety in the menu. Good location close to the magnificent mile area.

The ambiance is perfect, beautiful decor and sweetly decorated tables throughout the dining room. The smells wafting from the kitchen are heavenly. The wait staff was excellent and highly attentive. The quiche was amazing, the crust and texture were mouth watering. The light side salad was perfectly (lightly) dressed. The entremets are creative and flavorful! Prices are standard for Chicago.

Scrumptious surprise here at the Pierrot Gourmet in The Peninsula. Highly recommend a nice croissant with a latte.

I came here in March of 2023 with my parents for breakfast. It recently had reopened since COVID-19 had kept the doors shut so to speak for a long period of time. It is redesigned with a prominent color of green throughout the interior. There are more table options for smaller parties of patrons. The lights are brighter. The food was delicious; however the menu is has only a few options of "authentic" French offerings. They still have a nice bakery and pastry/dessert case. I was a little disappointed that they did not allow offerings at brunch of one of the few French plates which I was told " is only served later" in the day during "lunch." Bummer!

I continue going to Pierrot Gourmet. Excellent as usual. I need to mention Chanida and Rebecca!! They are professional and kind! Thank you ladies and Ben for always make my visit special. Happy Holidays!

The coffee was SOOO great! The place is clean and the service was super welcoming and informative about all of their homemade pastries. Definitely worth checking out this hidden gem, you won't regret it!

If my recent reviews are anything to go by, I am in my cafe/bakery era. There is just something enjoying a perfectly prepared coffee or tea along with a fresh baked good or salad/sandwich in pleasant, soothing surroundings. Pierrot Gourmet adjoins the Peninsula Chicago hotel. To be honest, this spot had not been on my radar, as it had been closed for a while for an interior remodeling. I had filed it away on my long list of places to try. Last week I was drawn in by a sign for a "coffee happy hour" from 7 am - 9 am. Even though my visit was mid-morning, outside of these hours, I decided to stop in, as a change-up from my usual Starbucks routine. I enjoyed my Americano and was impressed with the assortment of Instagram-worthy desserts. The interior is spotless, and the service was on-point, including the ease of getting the check/paying at the end. I am looking forward to returning to try some of the lunch selections (or splurging on one of the delectable pastries)!

The younger gentleman with glasses who waited on us was superb! And everything we tasted was A plus. This is very rare these days.

Cute little cafe/bakery that's connected to the Peninsula Chicago hotel. You can find it to the side under the green awning! I didn't have any coffee, but I did order the Valrhona chocolate croissant($6), Hazelnut cruffin($6), Citrus custard cruffin($6), Banana nut muffin($4), and the Raspberry rose macaron($14). There wasn't a single item that I ordered that wasn't delicious! I was worried it may be overly sweet, but it wasn't! The service is quick and friendly! I recommend it if you're looking for a place to have a nice quiet breakfast or just to pick up pastries to have with your coffee from the Starbucks Reserve down the street!

bland coffee, bland quiche, not cheap either. lacks flavor, there other places to eat.

Super clean with beautiful pastries available. The lavender iced latte was delicious. The pastries were elegant and tasted great! Nice seating inside for food.

Absolutely love my experience each time I dine here. The ambiance, the food and service is impeccable. The servers recommendations are always spot on. My fave French cafe!

Dining here is always a treat! Food, pastries and coffee are always consistent and it's very clean! The quiche is so fluffy and perfectly cooked. Today i had a Tuscan chicken panini. They use white meat rotisserie chicken and it's so tasty. Always get the chips Definitely would recommend for breakfast or lunch!

Felt like I needed to write an updated review. I was so excited they renovated and reopened, but hate to say that I feel the upgraded PG is a bit of a disappointment. It feels too bright and sterile in there when it used to feel warm and cozy. The service was..odd.. It was weird bc it felt like there were too many servers and they were all too hovery. You know when you're inside a store that's got too many employees working at the time and every worker asks if you need help and it gets to be overwhelming? That's how it felt here lol like you don't need to be hovering this hard and staring us down while we eat in order to provide good service. Although, when we were trying to pay, then all the servers were nowhere to be found of course. The food was still pretty good. Cinnamon roll was amazing. We each got the PG breakfast, they make very tasty scrambled eggs.

Yummy ummy in my tummy very expensive but it was delicious the macrons were a bit sweet for my taste

Was in town visiting Chicago for a conference and this was our go to spot for coffees in the morning. Hit up Sunday brunch and the quiche was amazing! Hubby had oatmeal and friend had croissant w salad-they both raved as well. The staff was very friendly. We sat outside and it was nice ambiance.

Nice place. Feel pretty here. Everything is tasty. Our waitress is very nice and helpful. I wish the owner can do a budget control on labor, so this place can last longer.

The food and service are top notch. It's a casual ambiance, with a pleasant bright interior and outside seating available too. The waitstaff are all excellent, providing friendly and attentive service. The food is great, from quiche to chicken. The bakery offers very temping deserts! This is one of my favorites in Chicago.

Always good go-to for quick bite. Sad to see it gone

From the top notch service to the tasteful, amazing food there was little left out at this amazing establishment. The hostess was really welcoming and the serving staff was attentive and extremely knowledgeable on the extensive menu. Chef Vargas even came out to the table to ensure that everything came out pristine. The food was all really well prepared and perfect temperature when served. I would give it 10 stars if I could.

We came in just to take some Macarons and croissants home. The inside was small and looked cozy. Wish we had time to sit down and drink some coffee with a croissant. The guy behind the counter was very inviting, patient and professional while helping us out. The chose six different Macarons and they were all delicious. My favorites were the coffee and pistachio. My least favorite and wouldn't get it again was their peanut butter and jelly. I will say my favorite thing I took home were their croissants. With a $4 price tag and these bad boys, they better have tasted good. The croissant was flaky on the outside and very soft and not too buttery on the inside. A very perfect croissant. I would come back for just these. I wouldn't mind returning and hopefully during a time I can actually sit down and enjoy sipping on some coffee and trying some of their desserts. It is an extremely pricey place, but it doesn't hurt every now and then.

Ooh la la! Had a lovely little lunch at Pierrot Gourmet. The Mac and cheese was wonderful (but a bit of a funky cheese taste so mainstream cheese eaters beware! ). The Rotisserie chicken was delicious, but lacked many veggies. Great service and perfectly awesome green decor

Pierrot Gourmet is back! After a two year absence due to the pandemic, in which the cafe remodeled its appearance, Pierrot Gourmet of the Peninsula Hotel on Superior finally reopened its doors to the public, and I for one am super glad that it's back since it's hard to find good quality pastries in the Streeterville/Gold Coast neighborhoods"?. The redesigned interior has such a clean, modern, and minimalist vibe but still retains a classic atmosphere with the green and white theme. The pastries in the front display case all look absolutely stunning - each dessert is a work of art. And they taste good too. The chrysanthemum tart (homage to Chicago's flower) and almond croissant have generous portions of almond cream fillings inside, and the eclairs had a fluffy pastry choux exterior with a light cremeux inside. Can't wait to go back for lunch and get their tartines again (or some more pastries for breakfast!).