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“Would you like to see the dessert menu?” A question that should only have one answer: Yes! In the food scene of today, dessert is no longer an optional add-on, but a necessary component to round out any great meal. Because of this shift, more and more Chicago restaurants are putting just as much emphasis on their sweet course as they do their savory. From Hazelnut Chocolate Mousse Cake to Donut Ice Cream Sandwiches, here are five Chicago dessert menus impossible to turn down.
Maple and Ash {8 West Maple St, Chicago; 312.944.8888}
Two words: Sundae Tower. Maple and Ash is known for their unconventional steakhouse style, so its no surprise they flip dessert on its head, too. Assemble your ice cream sundae exactly the way you want it with a selection of accouterments, like salted caramel, housemade peanut butter, and fresh whipped cream.
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Formento’s {925 West Randolph St, Chicago; 312.690.7295}
This retro Italian joint stays true to its roots with a selection of traditional Italian desserts, like tiramisù and affogato. But it’s the decedent chocolate cake with dark chocolate mousse and hazelnut praline that you’ll be talking about for days after.
Italian Village Restaurants {71 West Monroe St, Chicago; 312.332.7005}
Whether you treat yourself to the signature Cannoli filled with fluffy cream and pistachios at The Village or indulge in the Four Layer Dulce de Leche Cheese Cake at Vivere, any dessert you pick is a home run at this long-running restaurant group’s various locations.
Elske {1350 West Randolph St, Chicago; 312.733.1314}
At this West loop Danish inspired spot, Pastry Chef Anna Posey sets the bar high with her creative sweet and savory combinations, like Sunflower Seed Parfait with Bee Pollen and Sweet Woodruff Custard with Cherries.
BomboBar {832 West Randolph St, Chicago; 312.967.7000}
This adorable walk-up window outside Bar Siena specializes in Instagram-worthy milkshakes, gelato sundaes, and mouth-watering bombolini—an Italian hole-less doughnut with a variety of fillings, like Nutella and vanilla bean custard. You won’t be able to look at a regular donut the same way again!
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By Audrey Rompon | Contributor
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