Chiu Quon Bakery

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1000% recommend! I honestly got frustrated because I've passed it so many times without going in, and now I know that I could've avoided the disappointing versions of buns and pastries? Upsetting. There are both savory and sweet options alike, absolutely everything is delicious. I ordered a pork cabbage steamed bun, pork and shrimp ball, custard bun, egg tart, almond cookie, and pineapple pie. Better than some of the places I've back home. This is not the place to be concerned about nutritional value. The cabbage bun was wonderfully fluffy, and rather than chunks of oversalted pork, it's all well incorporated with very flavorful cabbage. The biggest surprise was the pork and shrimp ball - I was curious and decided to try it. It's a sweet rice cake with a savory filling, and it works so well. Custard bun was evenly filled, with no excessive air pockets. Literally every bite had custard, and the caramelized top was flaky and soft. The egg tart's center was so soft that I half expected it to completely run out of the crust. It has a great soft texture and is ginormous. Note, they're cash only!! But I will be bringing everyone I know in so they're able to expetience the peak too.

Excellent experience. Line was long, but it was well worth the wait. Everything was delicious and fresh. It's cash only, so come stacked to bring home all the treats!

No frills spot, cash only. Went in with like $20 bucks left with like 10 things. Pro tip- the baos are dank and reheat like kings. Use a wet paper towel , wrap and reheat in microwave for 1 Min. They come out piping hot and fresh. The buns like hotdog buns and bbq pork are awesome too - bread reminds me of Hawaiian bread! Egg tarts are always good. The spot always has a line and is a bit intimidating if you don’t know what you are doing but just grab a random bao and bun, you will be fine. 10/10 spot serving chicago since 1986!

Love this place. Cash only folks

Everything is amazing!! The sweet and savory rolls/buns, the warm milk drink on the weekends will satisfy and warm you up. There’s something for the “American taste” and for those looking for tastes from Asia. The Portuguese egg tarts are my favorite.

Delicious Portuguese Egg Tarts. Looking forward to trying other baked goods next time I’m in the area, now that I’ve found it :)

Good food but lines are long and move very slow during the weekends especially around late morning and early afternoon