Klein’s Bakery & Cafe (Lincoln Park) — Restaurant in Chicago

CHECK YOUR CAKE BEFORE EATING!!

Very Disappointed and Concerned About Food Safety

How on earth did you serve a cake this heavily moldy? It’s shocking that something this moldy was even handed to a customer.

I recently purchased a cake from this bakery, only to find out after taking a bite that it was completely covered in mold. Thick green and white mold had spread throughout the entire slice, which was clearly visible upon closer inspection.

I received no meaningful response or action after bringing the cake back right away. They only voided my cake from whole purchase. They did NOTHING about it. This is not only disappointing but deeply concerning from a food safety standpoint.

Selling spoiled food is unacceptable, especially without any accountability. I urge others to check their items carefully and hope the bakery takes this as a serious wake-up call to improve their storage, quality control, and customer care.

My stomach feels terrible and my taste bud is off at the moment!!

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Update: After sharing my experience with the bakery, I received a response that, while offering a refund, included the phrase “While I cannot verify what occurred after the product left our premises.” I found this incredibly disappointing — it felt like my honesty and the severity of what happened were being questioned, despite having clear photo evidence and a dated receipt.

Mold isn’t something that develops in a few hours, and this was not a minor oversight. Consuming heavily molded cake made me physically ill, and instead of full accountability and empathy, I received a gesture that felt more like damage control than sincere concern. I had hoped they would take accountability with genuine concern, but the response I received lacked empathy and shifted blame instead. I’m sharing this in hopes that others are made aware and that no one else has to go...

Recently visited their location in Lincoln Park and was immediately drawn in by the warm, inviting atmosphere and the freshly baked goods. I ordered an iced white mocha and 2 lattes, which had such a cute design, a Cachito (1 turkey, 1 ham), and the viral bagel stuffed with cream cheese, garlic, and parsley. Everything was delicious. I’m from the burbs, so I decided to take some baked goods home. I got the tres leche cake, which had the perfect amount of leche, the pistachio cake was moist, rich, and had the perfect balance of flavors, and my 2-year-old had the macaroons and ate all 3. The iced coffee was nicely flavored, a perfect pairing for my meal. The staff was also incredibly friendly and helpful, making my experience all the more enjoyable. I highly recommend Klein’s bakery to anyone looking for delicious and satisfying treats, and it’s a great addition to the area, which I plan to...

A Taste of Home at Its Best

As someone who seeks out Venezuelan restaurants wherever I travel, this place instantly stood out. The moment we walked in, the aroma was pure placer—rich, comforting, and inviting. It felt like stepping into someone’s kitchen back home.

The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming, making us feel like family from the start. The food? Absolutely delicious. Every bite was packed with flavor and tradition. My dad, who’s pretty picky when it comes to authentic Venezuelan dishes, was all smiles—he finally got to enjoy the kind of food he grew up with.

We were so caught up in the moment, we forgot to take pictures. But honestly, that says it all. Sometimes the best meals are the ones you’re too busy enjoying to document.

If you’re craving real Venezuelan flavor and warm hospitality, this spot delivers. I’ll definitely be...