A Taste Of Heaven

11/10/05

Can't wait to visit

by scadena at Citysearch

I just saw the story on the Today Show -- bravo! Glad to see more businesses taking a stand against parents who don't teach their children how to behave in public. I'll be sure to enjoy a meal at your restaurant the next time I'm in Chicago -- with my very well-behaved daughter.

11/09/05

Bravo, Dan!

by margaret_woods at Citysearch

I am a New Yorker. I have never been to Chicago. But I have just seen Dan on the NY television news and would like to commend him for requiring a little bit higher standard of behaviour from the children (and the parents!) who frequent his establishment. Bravo, Dan!

11/09/05

The Very Best of the Best

by jackryan1160 at Citysearch

I love A Taste of Heaven and have never had a stale anything there. Gorgeous cake, soup, ....... everything. Wonderful cafe.

11/09/05

ToH a sanctuary

by foodproking at Citysearch

I applaud Taste of Heaven's menu, service and particularly their policy on rude parents. Rampant, selfish behavior and a lack of consideration should not be excused as a child's right to be childish. As Wonka's OOmpah's stated "who do you blame when the kid is a brat...the mother and the father." I will support ToH specifically because they have taken this stand against self centered entitlement by people who know better, but their food is great too.

11/09/05

At last- a businessman who stands up for patrons

by ss_windy at Citysearch

The owner of "A Taste of Heaven" has taken some flack from neighborhood parents for posting a sign within the restaurant suggesting children behave and use their 'indoor voices' when they visit. I say, "bravo, Dan!" Is it such a crime to suggest parents of youngsters need to exert a modicum of control over unruly kids? Patrons should appreciate this sort of concern for their dining experience- I know I do.

Controversy aside, this is a fine bakery with excellent food. Believe the hype: they DO have the best scones in the world. The atmosphere is warm and the service good, making it one of my favorite places. I have spent many an afternoon at the corner table reading, sipping tea and enjoying a scone or a piece of cake. It's that kind of place!

08/29/05

Used to be Great

by ex_mousekteer at Citysearch

When they expanded from Foster Ave to the new site, I thought it was a great thing, but their cakes are often stale. Scones are still the best in the city, but the move to more dinner and lunch items I guess turned their attention away from quality desserts. They tried to sell me the last tiny sliver of bread pudding for full price which ain't cheap here.

• Pros: Cozy, Scones
• Cons: Price, Parking

06/29/05

Very overrated

by dp2 at Citysearch

This place is coasting on its reputation and the (so far) relative lack of dessert/coffee alternatives in the Andersonville neighborhood. Quality needs to come up considerably to justify the premium prices. Service? Well, there's a way to let customers know you're closing in 10 minutes, and it's not the old 'bright lights/loud 80s music' trick.

12/14/04

Better Location

by ex-mouseketeer at Citysearch

Great move coming to Clark St. I stopped going to buy scones due to an insufferably rude lady who worked there, but I no longer see her. The scones of course are great. The bread pudding is different - has vanilla and some caramel. The chocolate chip cake is moist and there is NO way you can finish the whole piece! Great service and all the scone flavors are wonderful.

• Pros: Value, Service

Lovely cakes and homey, hearty meals draw nibblers to this Andersonville cafe.

by Contributor at Citysearch

In Short
Cozy and cheerful, this bakery-cafe beckons singles and groups of friends to dive into sweet, homestyle treats like cookies, muffins and cakes. The signature Jeannine's cake is a scrumptious concoction of strawberries, raspberries and blueberries with cream cheese and buttercream. Special-ordered, ribbon-wrapped fondant cakes are a wedding-reception favorite. Chicken pot pie, fresh-made soups and fontina quiche provide sustenance, while dried cherry scones are a tea party requisite.

07/24/04

Heaven!!!

by pixy_stix at Citysearch

I was really surprised! I guess I was just expecting your run of the mill coffee place. A Taste of Heaven isn't a fancy-schmancy place. In fact, the decor is pretty "kitchen-esque." But, mmmmm the desserts are just wonderful! Everything I've had here tastes devine! The service is pretty quick, but I've heard that sometimes it gets busy and you have to stand in line. Still, I'd stand in line for 15 minutes for their desserts!

• Pros: Yummy Dessert, Easy Parking
• Cons: Sometimes Long Lines