Artisan Baking Excellence

Experience the finest handcrafted breads, pastries, and custom cakes made fresh daily with traditional techniques and premium ingredients.

Crafting Perfection Since 1985

At Central Baking, we combine time-honored baking traditions with modern techniques to create exceptional baked goods. Our master bakers start before dawn each day, ensuring every loaf, pastry, and cake meets our exacting standards.

From our signature sourdough breads to delicate French pastries, every item is crafted with passion, precision, and the finest ingredients sourced from local farms and premium suppliers worldwide.

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Our Baking Specialties

Fresh artisan breads
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Artisan Breads

Handcrafted daily using traditional methods, our breads feature complex flavors and perfect textures. From classic sourdough to specialty grains.

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French Pastries

Delicate croissants, pain au chocolat, and classic French viennoiserie made with premium European butter and authentic techniques.

Browse Pastries
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Custom Cakes

Celebrate life's special moments with our custom-designed cakes. From elegant wedding cakes to fun birthday creations.

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Gourmet Desserts

Indulgent treats including artisan chocolates, seasonal tarts, and signature desserts that showcase our pastry chef's creativity.

Sweet Selections

Why Choose Central Baking?

Premium Ingredients

We source only the finest ingredients, from organic flours to premium chocolates, ensuring exceptional quality in every bite.

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Master Craftsmanship

Our skilled bakers bring decades of experience and passion to every creation, maintaining the highest standards of excellence.

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Fresh Daily

Everything is baked fresh daily, with multiple batches ensuring you always receive the freshest possible products.

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Custom Creations

From personalized cakes to special dietary requirements, we create custom solutions for your unique needs.

What Our Customers Say

Central Baking created the most beautiful and delicious wedding cake for our special day. Every guest was raving about how amazing it tasted!

Sarah Johnson

Sarah Johnson

Happy Bride

The sourdough bread here is absolutely incredible. You can taste the quality and craftsmanship in every slice. It's become a weekly tradition for our family.

Michael Chen

Michael Chen

Regular Customer

As a restaurant owner, I trust Central Baking for all our bread needs. Their consistency and quality are unmatched in the city.

Emily Rodriguez

Emily Rodriguez

Restaurant Owner

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Address:
2847 North Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL 60657
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Hours:
Mon-Sat: 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM

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