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North Pond vs Mindy's Bakery
Both North Pond and Mindy's Hot Chocolate are endorsed by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Mindy's Hot Chocolate is the choice of most writers compared to North Pond. Mindy's Hot Chocolate comes in at 90 with recommendations from 15 sources such as Rough Guide, Where and Michelin Guide.
North Pond
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2610 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL 60614-2160
From $21 /night
Fodor's
"A former Arts and Crafts–style warming house for ice-skaters at Lincoln Park's North Pond, this gem in the woods fittingly champions an uncluttered culinary style."
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Travel + Leisure
"Recognized by the James Beard Foundation and Food & Wine, chef Bruce Sherman displays his knowledge of seasonal French-American cuisine with prowess at North Pond."
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Zagat
4.6
"Chef Bruce Sherman's "fabulously creative" seasonal cooking plus a "lovely", "romantic" location inside Lincoln Park and "excellent" views of North Pond."
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BlackBook
"Chef Bruce Sherman cultivates close relationships with local farmers for fresh ingredients for his dishes, which change according to what's fresh, delicious and in season."
Gayot
15.0
"Gear up for a fine ride with French-meets-seasonal American cuisine from chef Bruce Sherman."
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Mindy's Bakery
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1747 N. Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
From $25 /night
Fodor's
"The savory menu is well crafted, too, with choices such as a pork chop with sausage and spaetzle and a tuna melt made with tuna poached in olive oil, wild capers, and Havarti cheese."
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Frommer's
"Owner Mindy Segal built her reputation as a pastry chef, so no matter what you order here, make sure you save room for dessert."
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Travel + Leisure
"The dessert selection is the primary focus, and it includes warm brioche doughnuts and seven kinds of hot chocolate, each served with homemade marshmallows."
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Zagat
4.4
""Mind-blowing" desserts... might get top billing at Mindy Segal's Bucktown American, but fans say the "upscale" comfort food is "really good" too."
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BlackBook
"Whether it's elaborate sweets, coffee or a full-scale brunch you seek, demitasse portions are the order of the day at this more stylish than cozy dessert spot and restaurant."
