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Handsome Bakery & Cafe, nestled in the heart of Schaumburg, Illinois, is a standout destination for those who appreciate the artistry of a truly exceptional bakery experience. This charming spot offers more than just baked goods—it’s a soothing retreat where Korean-inspired pastries meet a subtle French influence, resulting in a uniquely delightful menu that excites both the palate and the senses.
Step inside and you’ll immediately notice the clean, inviting atmosphere. The quiet and peaceful setting makes it an ideal place to enjoy a moment of calm, whether you’re catching up with friends or diving into your work. Customers routinely praise the warm and friendly service, creating a welcoming environment that feels both refreshing and genuine.
The star offerings here are undeniably the pastries and beverages crafted with care and finesse. On the menu, the mochi mochi cream cheese pastry stands out as a must-try—a heavenly combination of soft, chewy dough with a rich, creamy filling that perfectly balances texture and flavor. Alongside it, the delicate chai latte has won rave reviews for its smooth, aromatic profile, making it one of the best in the area to warm your soul.
Beyond the pastries, Handsome Bakery & Cafe offers an impressive lineup of specialty drinks that elevate every visit. Their Handsome’s Shaved Ice selection—including Red Bean, Mango, Green Tea, Strawberry, and Coffee Bingsoo—delivers refreshing layers of icy sweetness and subtle textural delight, perfect for beating the heat or just treating yourself. For coffee aficionados, the Handsome Espresso Special Affogato series, featuring Vanilla, Green Tea, and the signature White Cloud, offers a luxurious twist on traditional espresso, harmonizing creamy sweetness with bold, rich coffee notes.
The Handsome Signature Latte collection is another highlight, showcasing creative flavors such as White Cloud Latte, Orange Blanco, Strawberry, and Banana—all served iced and bursting with vibrant taste. Patrons repeatedly mention the freshness and precision that baristas like Min bring to each cup, ensuring every latte is perfectly brewed to delight your taste buds.
What truly sets Handsome Bakery & Cafe apart is how it seamlessly blends an upscale yet approachable vibe with high-quality ingredients and meticulous preparation. Whether it’s your craving for a light and flavorful pastry, a beautifully crafted coffee, or a quiet spot to recharge, this bakery provides a consistently pleasant and authentic experience that customers can’t help but return to. As one satisfied visitor puts it, this is "a great place to stop, relax and have a nice coffee drink with fresh baked goods," making it a genuine gem in Schaumburg’s culinary scene.
Really cute and clean space, the chai latte was one of my favorite ones I've had from the area. I don't think there's anyway you could go wrong with their pastries! Very light and delicious. A pleasant experience with the staff there as well. Will for sure keep coming back.
Handsome Bakery is a great place to stop, relax and have a nice coffee drink with fresh baked goods. The cafe offers plenty of seating, is quiet and very clean. They offer sugar free drinks along with boba tea’s as well. The hot coffee latte’s we ordered were fresh brewed and made perfectly by Min. Min was so friendly and really made our drinks perfect. The sweets of cream cheese mini muffins and healthy grain & seed cookie that we picked to go with our coffee were also very good. Easy parking next to Yu’s Restaurant with plenty variety of sweets, savories, decorated cakes and beverages. Thanks Min for a great experience!
What's better than coffee and a pastry after a rainy Monday? Nothing. One of the many stores inside of the Shops at Copley Center, you'll find a nice coffee shop inside. With not that many people inside the bakery, it's a great place to get some coffee and get work done. Most of the customers there were working diligently on their laptops during my time there which gave me plenty of time to go over the items they had on display. Once you grab a parchment paper lined tray, you walk around the different displays they have and choose what you like. Some of the items I saw were various croissants, castella, large cookies and Pain Au Chocolat to name a few. They have quite the variety of drinks and you can take a look at some of their creative drinks on Instagram (@handsomebakery). I went with an iced coffee with tapioca pearls on the bottom.Their house special coffee was good but it does come with cream and sugar; if you want something other than the standard, I'd inquire during your initial order. I remember the coffee-bubbles I've tried in Korea Town in NYC and they had pears in their coffee! I decided to try it again here and the employee behind the counter was great about it! If you come later in the day as I did, some of their items are sparse compared to I'm sure in the morning when everything is fresh. Since it's close to the apartment, I can't wait to make my next trip there to try their extensive menu. Check out more of my pictures and review on brownieeats.com.
I ordered a brewed coffee and a Hawaiian bread (I don't remember the exact name). I had high expectations for the bread to be more moist. My sister got the last cup of coffee, so they made me a new one. Mine was pretty good, but my sister said hers wasn't as good. Besides that, the cafe has a really pleasant and peaceful atmosphere, and unlike other cafes, they don't play headache-inducing music
What an absolute treat The Handsome Bakery & Cafe is! This Korean bakery with a delightful French twist is a must-visit for anyone who loves unique, high-quality baked goods. I stopped by recently and was blown away by the incredible flavors and textures they offer. The highlight of my visit? The mochi mochi cream cheese pastry! It was soft, chewy, and perfectly balanced with a rich, creamy filling—absolutely wonderful. It’s the kind of pastry that makes you savor every bite and want to come back for more. I also tried their chai tea latte, which was just as impressive. The flavors were perfectly spiced and warming, making it a fantastic pairing with the pastry. You can tell every detail, from the baking to the drinks, is crafted with so much care and attention. The combination of Korean-inspired creations with a French flair makes this bakery so special. Whether you're looking for a cozy spot to relax or just craving something extraordinary, this place is a hidden gem in Schaumburg. I’m already planning my next visit to try more of their menu! Don’t miss this place—you’ll love it!
This review is for bingsu only because I dislike their bread (strawberry mochi bread tastes like neither of those) and their cakes are overpriced and meh. Bingsu’s ice texture is on point (finally - a place that uses snow ice and not shaved ice) but unfortunately flavorless. But the syrup really helped and the mango pieces given was generous. Ice cream tastes great too. Portion is big enough for 2. For $14.50 it wasnt too bad.
Shave ice!!! The matcha one was a little less amazing but the mango and strawberry shave ices were soooooo good. Bring a friend to share since the portion is generous. And their baked goods.... well, we got a bunch to try but they didn’t last long enough for me to take the pix. Yes, that YUM!