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Impallaria Bakery & Deli

★ 4.0251 recorded reviews$10–20

2952 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL 60616, USA

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Impallaria Bakery & Deli
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Essential details

Address
2952 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
Phone
(312) 842-2146
Rating signal
4.0 from 251 recorded reviews
HOURS

Listed operating hours

  • MondayClosed
  • Tuesday6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Saturday6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Sunday7:00 AM – 1:00 PM
About and visit notes

Introduction / Overview

For generations of Chicagoans, Impallaria Bakery & Deli is far more than just a business—it’s a cherished neighborhood institution. Located in the heart of the city, this establishment stands as a proud example of an old school Chicago Bakery, a place that evokes a feeling of visiting your favorite relative. The moment you walk in, you will be greeted with a warm hello and smile, instantly transporting you back to a simpler time.

Impallaria expertly combines the craft of a traditional Bakery with the convenience of a classic Deli. On one side, you’ll find cases brimming with some of the best coffee cakes, danishes and donuts this side of the city, while the deli counter offers satisfying Subs & Sandwiches. This unique blend ensures that whether Illinois users are craving a sweet start to their day, a quick lunch, or a large fresh cake for a celebration, Impallaria Bakery & Deli has them covered. It’s a true local gem, deeply rooted in the 60616 community, and still proudly family run.

Location and Accessibility

Impallaria Bakery & Deli is conveniently located in the vibrant Bridgeport neighborhood, making it a reliable destination for Chicago residents.

Address: 2952 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL 60616, USA

The location on S Wallace Street places it perfectly within the 60616 zip code, easily accessible from major Chicago thoroughfares. This central city location, however, doesn't compromise on convenience for customers:

Parking: Patrons can benefit from Free street parking in the vicinity, a significant advantage in a dense Chicago neighborhood.

Service Options: The bakery caters to busy city life by offering convenient Takeout and Delivery services. This makes grabbing a Quick visit item or having a large catering order delivered simple.

Payments: To ensure a smooth transaction, the bakery accepts modern payment methods, including Credit cards, Debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.

Services Offered

Impallaria Bakery & Deli offers an impressive, dual-sided menu that ensures there is something for every craving and every time of day.

UL

  • Baked Goods: A wide selection of fresh pastries, including Sweet Rolls (available in flavors like Apple, Cherry, Cream Cheese, and Raspberry at a price point of $1.08), Almond Crescent danishes ($1.08), various donuts like the popular Old fashioned hand dipped cake donuts, and the famous butter cookies.
  • Bread & Rolls: Baking fresh bread daily, including specialty options like the Fontinella Buns Specialty Bread ($1.23) and classic Round Buns Italian Bread ($0.40), perfect for home cooking or deli sandwiches.
  • Custom and Fresh Cakes: Creating fresh cakes for all events, with a notable reputation for providing fresh, high-quality cakes at an incredibly accessible price point—the rarity of finding a fresh cake under $30 in the city is a significant draw.
  • Deli Sandwiches: Serving up satisfying 9" Turkey Sub Sandwiches ($5.95) and 9" Ham Sub Sandwiches ($5.95) for a fulfilling lunch, along with sides like Cheddar Cheese Sauce ($0.89) and Giardinera ($0.50).
  • Pizza: Offering freshly made pizza in various toppings (Cheese, sausage, mushroom, peppers, ricotta cheese) available by the half sheet ($15.00) or Full Sheet ($30.00), making it an easy catering option.
  • Beverages: Serving Coffee to pair perfectly with their breakfast pastries.
  • Features / Highlights

    The distinct features of Impallaria Bakery & Deli are rooted in its family tradition and unparalleled product quality, giving it an authentic Chicago charm.

    UL

  • Authentic Chicago Experience: It embodies the atmosphere of an old school Chicago Bakery, providing a familial feeling and warm customer service that makes every visit feel personal.
  • Signature Pastries: Famous for the light, flaky danishes—like the popular almond crescents—and the incredibly rich butter cookies that are described as literally 99% butter and 1% flour and eggs.
  • Exceptional Value: The bakery is recognized for offering fresh, full-size cakes often under $30, a value proposition that is exceedingly rare to find in the City of Chicago.
  • Dual Offering Convenience: The seamless combination of a top-tier bakery and a classic deli under one roof is a major draw, allowing customers to fulfill needs for breakfast, lunch, and celebratory desserts in a single stop.
  • Daily Freshness Commitment: The consistent high quality of their baked goods, from the coffee cakes to the hand dipped cake donuts, ensures that customers—including kids stop by on the way to school to grab a donut—are always treated to the best product.
  • Specific Treat Excellence: The custard fillings, such as the perfect rum custard filling in their specialty donuts, are highlighted as being exceptionally delicious.
  • Contact Information

    To place a catering order, inquire about their daily donut selection, or order one of their famous fresh cakes, Chicago residents can use the following information. Remember: Closed mondays.

    Address: 2952 S Wallace St, Chicago, IL 60616, USA

    Phone: (312) 842-2146

    What is worth choosing

    For residents across Chicago and Illinois, choosing Impallaria Bakery & Deli is choosing history, quality, and exceptional value. In a city where bakery prices can soar, finding a family run institution that still offers a fresh, custom-quality cake for under $30 is a huge draw. Beyond the affordability, the unmatched flavor of their signature items—such as the rich butter cookies and the expertly flaky, lightly-iced danishes that are always a hit at staff meetings—speaks to a tradition of baking excellence.

    Impallaria offers a quintessential Chicago neighborhood experience—a place with a warm heart and a commitment to quality that has kept it thriving for decades. Whether you need a Half Sheet of pizza for the game, a delightful $5.95 sub for lunch, or a centerpiece cake for a party, this bakery provides the kind of dependable, delicious, and friendly service that simply makes life in Chicago better. If you find yourself in the area be sure to stop by—it's an authentic taste of Chicago’s old-school charm and culinary tradition.

    VISIT FEATURES

    Services and accessibility

    These attributes come from the directory record and should be confirmed when essential.

    Service options

    • Delivery
    • Takeout

    Accessibility

      Offerings

      • Coffee

      Planning

      • Quick visit

      Payments

      • Credit cards
      • Debit cards
      • NFC mobile payments
      • Credit cards

      Parking

      • Free street parking
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      VISITOR FEEDBACK

      Reviews and recurring themes

      Read individual comments as personal experiences, not verified guarantees.

      donuts 40sandwiches 14prices 13coffee cakes 9cannoli 7school 6quality 5almond crescents 3custard 3italian 3
      ★ 5.0

      I love an old school Chicago Bakery. You know that feeling when you visit your favorite relative? That’s what it’s like at Impallaria Bakery. You will be greeted with a warm hello and smile when entering. Still family run, they have the best coffee cakes, danishes and donuts this side of the city. You know it’s good when kids stop by on the way to school to grab a donut in the morning. The butter cookies are literally 99%butter and 1% flour and eggs. Don’t hesitate to grab a half pound to eat in the car on the way home.I’ve have ordered danishes for teacher appreciation or staff meetings and they are always a hit. Flaky pastry with a light drizzle of icing and good balance of filling. The almond crescents are popular.Old fashioned hand dipped cake donuts are a treat! They also have deli sandwiches which I have yet to order.Did I mention they have cakes?? Where in the city can you find a fresh cake under $30?????If you’re in the area be sure to stop by!Closed mondays

      Feb 25 · Shirley Moy
      ★ 5.0

      Went in for cannoli’s and came out with this beaut. It’s a donut with perfect rum custard filling and chocolate. I don’t think I’ve had custard this delicious in years! Run! 🏃‍♀️

      Jul 31 · Ivette Sandoval
      ★ 5.0

      Very friendly staff. Good variety. Almond crescent was chefs kiss. I’ll be back to try more!

      Sep 5 · Ashley Swader
      ★ 5.0

      I've been coming to this bakery for years! My parents introduced it to me as a kid and used to go there when they were younger. It's the best place to get donuts and pastries. My favorites are the dozen mixed donuts and cannoli's. Their cheesecakes are amazing too! The owner is so sweet and very friendly. I always travel from Foster/Broadway to here for my sweet bread with my coffee. I highly recommend their donuts!!

      Jan 4 · Amanda Garcia
      ★ 4.0

      I picked up a strawberry mousse and the mousse was dried out. I was a bit disappointed but this was my first experience and will definitely give this place another try.

      Aug 9 · Chelsea Gomez
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