Every pumpkin dish you should try to keep you cozy all season long.
First Slice Pie Cafe: PUMPKIN PIE
Andersonville + Ravenswood + Albany Park
Simple cafe specializing in fruit and cream-filled pies, along with quiche, sandwiches + salads.
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Hoosier Mama Pie: PUMPKIN PIE
East Village
A rotating menu of homemade sweet and savory pies on offer in a cute shop with a retro look.
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DB3 Donuts: PUMPKIN SPICE GLUTEN FREE DONUTS
Evanston
Gourmet donuts and fresh roasted organic coffee serving Chicago’s North Shore.
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Hewn: PUMPKIN WHOOPIE PIES
Evanston
Bakery offering made-from-scratch bread, pastries + sandwiches in a warm, rustic space.
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Joe’s Imports: PUMPKIN SPICE “WHITE GIRL WASTED” COCKTAIL
Fulton Market
Stylish, low-lit hangout with an extensive wine selection to pair with inventive pub plates + pasta.
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Tavern On Rush: PUMPKIN PIE PANCAKES
Gold Coast
Steakhouse fare, nightly DJs + outdoor seating define this lively, upscale restaurant.
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Sprinkles Cupcakes: PUMPKIN CUPCAKES
Gold Coast
Cheery bakery known for its rotating menu of cupcakes, ice cream + cookies.
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Westons Coffee + Tap: PUMPKIN SPICE DONUTS + “SMASHING PUMPKIN” LATTE
Jefferson Park
European inspired coffee shop serving Metropolis Coffee, espresso based beverages, craft beer and wine, fresh pastries + made to order deli sliced sub sandwiches.
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Maison Parisienne: PUMPKIN RELIGIEUSE + MACARONS + PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE
Lakeview
French cafe offering classic fare + baked goods with coffee and tea in simple storefront environs.
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Southern France Patisserie: PUMPKIN SPICE PETIT GATEAU
Lakeview
French-inspired pastries served with Southern hospitality.
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Sapori Trattoria: PUMPKIN RAVIOLI + STUFFED MINI PUMPKIN APPETIZER
Lincoln Park
Small neighborhood restaurant with housemade pasta + other classic Italian dishes.
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Summer House Santa Monica: PUMPKIN CHIFFON PIE
Lincoln Park
Sunny restaurant serving New American grub, tropical drinks + more in an airy space with an atrium.
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Vanille Patisserie: PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE W/ GINGERSNAP CRUST + PUMPKIN MACARONS
Lincoln Park + Lakeview + Hyde Park + West Loop
Luxe pastry shop crafting macarons, petit fours and other French confections, plus custom cakes.
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Sweet Mandy B’s: PUMPKIN CABINET PUDDING
Lincoln Park
Welcoming bakeshop for old-fashioned treats from cupcakes + pies to cookies, plus breakfast bites.
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Blue Door Farm Stand: PUMPKIN SPICE BOURBON CAKE
Lincoln Park
Homey farm-to-table cafe with American eats and cold-pressed juice as well as home + pantry items.
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Stax Cafe: PUMPKIN SPICE PANCAKES
Little Italy + River West
Casual eatery serving breakfast classics all day plus fresh juice, smoothies + a small lunch menu.
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SABA Italian Bar + Kitchen: PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
Logan Square
Modern Italian cuisine + cocktails are dished out in a stylish setting with ample living greenery.
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Pretty Cool Ice Cream: PUMPKIN “PIECICLES”
Logan Square
Easygoing, family-friendly pick for rotating popsicles, custard + plant-based ice cream novelties.
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The Chicago Diner: PUMPKIN PIE SHAKE
Logan Square
Hearty plates of diverse vegetarian + vegan diner fare dished out in sleek, casual surrounds.
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Bang Bang Pie + Biscuits: PUMPKIN PIE
Logan Square + Ravenswood
Rustic bakery with a rotating menu of homemade sweet and savory pies + biscuits for eat-in or takeout.
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90 Miles Cuban Cafe: PUMPKIN FLAN
Logan Square + Roscoe Village + Lincolnwood
Cubanos, empanadas, ropa vieja and more in a casual, colorful space with murals, patio + BYOB policy.
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Stan’s Donuts: PUMPKIN DONUTS + PUMPKIN PIE LATTE
Millennium Park + Mag Mile + Streeterville + Gold Coast + South Loop + West Loop + Wicker Park + Lakeview
Stylish spot supplying gourmet donuts, milkshakes, hot coffee drinks + cold brew on tap.
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Big Bowl: PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
River North
Restaurant serving Chinese and Thai dishes, cocktails + craft beers in a relaxed, stylish space.
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La Bodega: CHURRO PUMPKIN SPICE DIPPING SAUCE
River North
Elevated convenience store with a gourmet taco window, specialty churros, imported foods + liquor.
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Aba: PUMPKIN HUMMUS
River North
Posh destination for elevated Mediterranean fare + cocktails, plus a lounge-style rooftop patio.
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Mercadito: “#BASICJUICE” PUMPKIN SPICE COCKTAIL
River North
Cocktails and upscale Mexican eats keep this popular hangout bustling with a hip, young crowd.
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Mity Nice Bar + Grill: PUMPKIN CHIFFON PIE
River North
Inside Water Tower Place, this sleek eatery serves American fare, including complimentary popovers.
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Wildfire Chicago: PUMPKIN PIE
River North
Bustling, upscale eatery featuring steak + other New American fare in a spacious, polished interior.
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Mastro’s Steakhouse: PUMPKIN BUTTER CAKE
River North
Outpost of the Arizona chain serving an abundance of meat + martinis in posh, bi-level environs.
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Union Sushi + Barbeque Bar: PUMPKIN MOCHI CAKE
River North
Trendy, bustling restaurant with an upscale-urban vibe and a creative take on Japanese cuisine.
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Beatrix: PUMPKIN PANCAKES + PUMPKIN CREAM NITRO COFFEE
River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market, + The Loop
Modern, all-day venue combining an American eatery, wine and cocktail bar + a bakery/cafe.
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Justice of the Pies: PUMPKIN PRALINE PIE
Riverwalk South (between Michigan + Wabash)
Bakery that specializes in sweet and savory pies, quiches + tarts.
BienMeSabe Venezuelan Cafe & Restaurant: PUMPKIN SOUP
Sheridan Park
Unassuming eatery featuring traditional Venezuelan grub, including empanadas, arepas + plantains.
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Goddess + the Baker: PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE
The Loop
All-day cafe with baked goods plus breakfast items, salads, sandwiches, flatbreads + beer and wine.
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Magnolia Bakery: PUMPKIN CUPCAKES + PUMPKIN GINGERSNAP COOKIES + PUMPKIN GINGERSNAP BANANA PUDDING
The Loop
Global chain featuring sweets like cupcakes, cheesecake + banana pudding in a vintage setting.
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Toni Patisserie Cafe: PUMPKIN CAKE
The Loop
Bakery/cafe offering from-scratch French-style sweets and savories for dine-in or takeout.
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Tikka N’ Curry: PUMPKIN SPICE LASSI
The Loop
Modern cafe where patrons choose their own ingredients for bowls and wraps of Indian fare.
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Wow Bao: PUMPKIN BAO
The Loop + Gold Coast + Michigan Avenue + Lakeview + Water Tower Place
Inventive baozi (steamed, filled buns) + other Chinese dishes ordered via touch screens.
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Eden: PUMPKIN COCKTAIL
United Center
Creative New American fare with Mediterranean influences pairs with craft cocktails in a chic space.
Bonci Pizzeria: PUMPKIN PIZZA W/ SAUSAGE + PROVOLONE
West Loop + Wicker Park
Rome-based Italian import selling scissor-cut slices featuring distinctive toppings, sold by weight.
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La Sardine: PUMPKIN POT DE CREME
West Loop
Classic French comfort food + drinks are served in this casual, wood-trimmed space.
Mart Anthony’s: STUFFED PUMPKIN
West Loop
Neighborhood restaurant and steakhouse serving traditional Italian favorites + cocktails since 1981.
Kuma’s Corner: SPIKED PUMPKIN SPICE LATTER COCKTAIL
West Loop
Busy pub known for its long list of creative burgers + rock ‘n’ roll soundtrack.
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West Town Bakery: PUMPKIN DONUTS + SCONES + PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE
West Town
Sustainable bakery serving organic goodies, breakfast fare, coffee + sandwiches.
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Cafe Robey: PUMPKIN SOUP
Wicker Park
Cafe at The Robey hotel offering American fare for brunch + dinner, plus a cocktail lounge upstairs.
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Eli’s Ark: PUMPKIN ICE CREAM
Wicker Park
Dessert shop offering animal-inspired gelato cones.
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Wynwood: PUMPKIN SPICE FROZEN SLUSHY
Wicker Park
Hip, graffiti-lined spot for creative American cooking with craft cocktails on tap plus a patio.
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Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club: PUMPKIN PIE “FALLTINI”
Wrigleyville
Drag-queen divas perform nightly at this upscale American restaurant with a lengthy cocktail menu.
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Benny’s Chop House: PUMPKIN SPICE VODKA
Streeterville
High-end contemporary steakhouse serving aged steaks, seafood + pasta with piano music most nights.
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