A Taste of Fall in Chicagoland

The fall season is in full swing, bringing arguably the best flavors of the year to Chicagoland’s food and beverage scene. Whether you’re looking for the very best cinnamon, apple or pumpkin treats, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite seasonal sweets to enjoy throughout the area.

Best Apple Cider

There is certainly no shortage of delicious apple ciders in Chicago. These local favorites serve some of the freshest, straight-from-the-orchard cider:

• Green City Market, Lincoln Park
• Goebbert’s Farm & Garden Center, South Barrington
• Sonny Acres Farm, West Chicago
• Julius Meinl, Lakeview & Ravenswood

Best Pumpkin-Inspired Drinks

When that inevitable pumpkin craving strikes, there are plenty of local coffee shops to get your fix. Our favorite shops take the standard PSL to the next level:

• Two Hearted Queen, Lakeview
• The Bageler’s Coffeehouse, Lincoln Park
• Ipsento 606, Bucktown
• Sol Café, Rogers Park
• Caffe Streets, Wicker Park

Best Apple Cider Donuts

Apple cider donuts are a seasonal delicacy, so switch up your usual donut order while they are still available:

• Firecakes Donuts, River North
• Dinkels, Lakeview
• Arlington Cake Box, Arlington Heights
• Maier’s Bakery, Morton Grove

Best Pumpkin Pie

Whether you’re enjoying a slice alone or sharing a pie with friends and family, try out one of these local staples for this quintessentially fall dessert – you won’t be disappointed:

• Scafuri Bakery, Little Italy
• Bang Bang Pie & Biscuits, Logan Square
• First Slice Pie Café, Andersonville
• Hoosier Mama Pie Shop, West Town
• Baker Miller, Lincoln Square

Best Caramel Apple

There is nothing like biting into a perfectly juicy, crispy caramel-covered apple in the fall. Head to one of these longtime favorites to satisfy your taste buds with this sticky treat:

• Graham’s Fine Chocolates & Ice Cream, Geneva
• Sweet Mandy B’s, Lincoln Park
• Kite’s The Chocolate Shop, Wicker Park
• The Fudge Pot, Old Town
• Windy City Sweets, Lakeview