Creamy hummus, herbed fries, spicy shawarma, zingy tabbouleh, and more at this sweet, authentic BYOB joint.

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Dutch pancake haven offers both sweet and savory staples like raisin ginger, salami- heese, and chocolate banana.

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Mexican-bent bakery with unreal tres leches, an ever-changing coffee selection, and a sweet family vibe to boot.

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Keep independent grocers alive at this adorable West Town spot. Find local sauces, dairy, veggies, bulk grains, and organic wellness products. A sweet, helpful staff makes the experience all the richer.

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Cali chef Carol Wallack stuns with West Coast flavors and a dash of Asia and Hawaii. Menu changes seasonally (summer brings sweet cherry salad and bacon-wrapped cobia); brunch is a must.

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Getting fat, acquiring cavities, and going into sugar shock are minimal prices to pay for the deliciousness that awaits: homemade puddings, pies, cookies, cupcakes, bars, and the best frosting this side of the Mississippi.

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Sicilian bakery sells artfully magnificent Italian cookies (biscotti, amaretti, cuccidati) and fresh pastries like millefoglie, baba al rum, and cannoncini.

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