Zymi Bakery

The cake pops and cheesecake had a slight off flavor to them, almost like a plasticy aroma . . . The caramel cake was decent. But everything else had such an off putting flavor. They’re probably much better at making the other items like the baklava and more traditional items.

I’m basing my review on 4 bakery items I had. The Vanilla cake, strawberry cake, red velvet cake pop & the cookies & cream cheesecake. Overall all 4 items were pretty good. I personally wasn’t a big fan of the cookies & cream cheesecake. I will be going back to check out the sandwiches & some different bakery items!

It is amazing to have local bakery in the Jefferson Park neighborhood so had to check it out. Glad I did 😊 Giannis, the owner, was very welcoming and friendly even gave me a sample of the Lemon Cake to try, very kind. His sweet creations are awesome :) Def will come back thank you Giannis!!!

Wonderful treats inside, expertly crafted! My body would be in trouble if I lived closer. Perfect business to support for Greek delicacies, mostly all on the sweet side. Great treat for a bike ride. Dump Dunkin! Support this business and make your mouth dance!

There’s a new Greek bakery and patisserie in town. It is called Zymi and headed up by pastry chef Yannis Tassopoulos. Chef Yanni is a Culinary Ambassador from Greece to the United States and diplomacy has never been so wonderfully delicious! Zymi has all the Greek pastry favorites we have come to know: Baklava, Galaktoboureko, and Bougatsa, to name a few. Your favorite Greek cookies are also on the menu: Melomakarono, Kourambiethes, ect. Let me focus on Koulouria, the famous Greek breakfast treats. A Koulouri coupled with a cup of coffee are the one two punch that transforms one’s morning! These are not the standard Koulouria we are used to in the Greek American diaspora. Instead, Zymi’s Koulouria are soft, fresh loops of thin bread covered with sesame seeds; the type you can see everywhere on a morning Athens commute. These are the real deal! Yes, you can get a great cup of coffee at Zymi too. There is perhaps nothing better than drinking a good cup of Joe, snacking on a dough ring, and perusing the glass cases deciding how you are going to spend the rest of your do re mi. And yet, Zymi is more than just a Greek pastry shop. This brilliant and talented chef has taken Greek pastry one step further with a creative fusion of Greek sweets with American standards. Thus, the Baklava Brownie has been born or the Kataifi Cheesecake! These are just the tip of the iceberg! Zymi will fill special orders and here is where Chef Yiannis shows one of his greatest talents: designing unique cakes. He will work with you to make every special occasion even better with just the right gâteau! Also, when I visited, there were some cakes in the pastry case for those who need one in a pinch. So if you need a cake at anytime there are always some available. I save the best for last! Zymi is now making what may be the greatest Greek dessert: loukoumades! These Summer delights Chicagoans have grown to love by attending the annual Greek Orthodox Parish Picnics are made every Saturday. For those not familiar with this dessert, it can basically be described as fried dough, cascading with molten honey, and sprinkled with chopped nuts. Once you have tried these you will never be able to stop thinking of them! I can keep going on about how great of a pastry shop and bakery this is, but please go and see for yourself! Zymi is one of those places that makes Chicago an even greater town! P.S. I forgot to mention the fresh breads and delicious croissants.

Great place for a sweet and or savory afternoon snack. Pick up out 2024 celebrating cake here as well.

I've been going there since they opened love everything they make haven't had anything bad come out of there as of yet stop by today got a cappuccino a few other things very nice friendly, love this place great addition to the Gladstone Park neighborhood.

Come here for the freshest and most delicious pastries ever!! I got the croissant which was chewy and sooo good warmed. After being in France, it’s so difficult to find a good croissant but they have them here :)