Artisan Baking Excellence

Creating delicious, handcrafted baked goods with premium ingredients and traditional techniques. From custom cakes to fresh daily breads, we bring passion to every recipe.

Order Now

Our Story

Founded with a passion for traditional baking methods, Straightforward Baking has been serving the Chicago community with exceptional artisan breads, pastries, and custom cakes for over a decade.

We believe in using only the finest ingredients, from locally-sourced organic flours to premium European chocolates. Our skilled bakers combine time-honored techniques with innovative flavors to create memorable experiences for every occasion.

Whether you need a wedding cake that tells your love story or daily fresh bread for your family table, we approach every order with the same dedication to quality and craftsmanship.

Professional baker at work

Our Baking Services

Custom wedding and celebration cakes

Custom Cakes

Beautiful custom cakes for weddings, birthdays, and special celebrations. We work with you to design the perfect centerpiece for your event with flavors that delight.

Fresh artisan breads and rolls

Artisan Breads

Daily fresh breads baked with traditional methods. From sourdough to whole grain, our breads are made with natural fermentation and premium ingredients.

Gourmet pastries and desserts

Pastries & Desserts

Delicate pastries, croissants, and gourmet desserts made fresh daily. Perfect for breakfast treats, afternoon indulgences, or elegant dinner finales.

Catering and event services

Catering Services

Complete catering solutions for corporate events, parties, and gatherings. We provide everything from breakfast pastries to elaborate dessert tables.

Why Choose Us

🌾

Premium Ingredients

We source only the finest organic flours, real butter, fresh eggs, and premium chocolates for exceptional taste and quality.

👨‍🍳

Master Bakers

Our experienced team brings decades of baking expertise, combining traditional techniques with creative innovation.

🎂

Custom Designs

Every cake and pastry can be customized to your preferences, dietary needs, and special occasion requirements.

⏰

Fresh Daily

All our products are baked fresh daily with no preservatives, ensuring maximum flavor and quality in every bite.

What Our Customers Say

Happy customer Sarah M.
"The wedding cake was absolutely perfect! Not only was it stunning, but every guest raved about how delicious it was. Straightforward Baking made our special day even more memorable."
- Sarah M.
Satisfied customer Mike R.
"I order their sourdough bread weekly for my restaurant. The quality is consistently excellent, and my customers always compliment the bread. Truly artisan quality."
- Mike R.
Happy customer Jennifer L.
"Their pastries are incredible! I've tried bakeries all over Chicago, and nothing compares to the croissants and Danish here. Fresh, buttery, and absolutely perfect."
- Jennifer L.

Get In Touch

Contact Information

Address:
2847 North Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL 60657

Phone:
+1 (773) 284-7651

Email:
[email protected]

Business Hours:
Monday - Friday: 6:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM