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Chiu Quon Bakery
$ · Chinese, Bakery

1127 W Argyle St, Chicago, IL 60640
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Best Chinese in Uptown & Andersonville Best Bakery in Uptown & Andersonville

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Chiu Quon Bakery 7.8
Uptown
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A classic Chinatown-to-Argyle style bakery stop where the pastry case and steamed buns are the draw, not table service. The move is to go early, grab a mixed box, and prioritize the items that travel well—buns, egg tarts, and a couple of sweet breads.
Must-Try Dishes: BBQ pork buns (char siu bao), Portuguese egg tarts, Pineapple bun
Scores:
Value: 8.4 Service: 7.1 Consistency: 7.9 Food Quality: 7.9 Atmosphere: 6 Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: Old-school Chinese bakery buns and tarts in a grab-and-go format.
Who should go: Pastry-box buyers and bun snackers
When to visit: Mornings for the freshest selection
What to order: Char siu bao, Portuguese egg tarts, pineapple bun
Insider tip: Build a mixed box—two savory buns, two tarts, one sweet bread.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on Argyle can be tight, especially weekends; allow extra time or plan to walk from a side street.
Dress code: Very casual—come as you are. This is a grab-and-go bakery.
Noise level: Low to moderate—brief ordering interactions, not a sit-down environment.
Weekend wait: Not applicable—expect a short line (5–10 minutes) during peak afternoon hours.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait or a quick line under 5 minutes.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—several sweet buns, egg tarts, and some vegetable-filled items.
Vegan options: Limited—some plain or red bean buns may qualify, but labeling is minimal; ask before buying.
Gluten-free options: No—traditional wheat-based buns and pastries dominate the menu.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal for a sit-down date, but great as a casual stop—grabbing pastries together and walking Argyle works well.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There is no table service—this is strictly takeout with quick in-and-out ordering.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes—sweet buns and egg tarts are easy wins for kids, though space is tight for strollers.
Best For
Better for: Quick, inexpensive bakery boxes and classic Chinese buns that travel well.
Skip if: You want coffee service, seating, or modern patisserie-style desserts—look elsewhere for a linger-friendly café.