From selectively sourced flours that are specific per product, to techniques inspired from old world practice, we at pHlour have developed our own baking method - slower, healthier, non-industrialized. We might be a family business, but the mother of our process is a sourdough starter that is fed daily to maintain her health and that of our bread.
Almost all of pHlour's bread is made with this cared-for living organism. We call it a "pet" more often than a mother, although, the cycle of life is something we've grown to implement in our bakery to better grasp the craft of making good bread. Understanding the evolution of this sourdough starter is a key to baking bread that is free of fortification, bleaching and unnecessary stripping of organic nutritional content.
Almost all of pHlour's bread is made with this cared-for living organism. We call it a "pet" more often than a mother, although, the cycle of life is something we've grown to implement in our bakery to better grasp the craft of making good bread. Understanding the evolution of this sourdough starter is a key to baking bread that is free of fortification, bleaching and unnecessary stripping of organic nutritional content.
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This is the queen of our selection. Accompanied by organic whole wheat flour and natural levain, our artisan bread flour is the king component like many of our breads. This bread is created from a fermentation process of 36 hours and will remind you of a full-bodied, country loaf taste. Crafted from our naturally grown sourdough starter, this Pain au Levain will have you thinking of the first time you ever laid your tastebuds on sourdough bread.
There are guilty pleasures and then there are just pleasures. Our pastry selection can act as either. With talented hands, our viennoiserie and patisserie departments have been able to create unmatchable savory and sweet pastries. Anytime of day could use a little bit of butter and sugar - from breakfast pastries to desserts.
So, you've got yourself some of our pHlour "mother." There are some basic instructions on the tag attached to the jar of starter, but you might want some further instruction as to maintenance. The first thing to figure out is when you want to bake. Depending on the dough recipe you will probably need to feed the starter to increase its mass.
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B. Mosh
Jan 19, 2022
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Bearwoody
Jan 10, 2022
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I got some pHlour bread at a farmers market (the sourdough/garlic). It was pricey but really, really good, so today I went to their store for the first time at 8:30. Answer me this: What kind of bakery/breakfast/coffee joint opens at 9am? Their new diner down the street was open. Why not have their baked goods for sale there as well? Went home--no sale. Addendum: Just lowered the rating from 3 to one star. I went to the bakery today during open hours. They had one lonely loaf of bread available for sale. When I asked about the sourdough/garlic loaf service staff told me that "it isn't available
Gil S.
Dec 05, 2021
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I haven't been here since 2019 and I decided to stop by. And I'm glad that I did. The barista was friendly and nice. He took my order asking me questions what I want to drink? I order large iced Americano and 2 pastries (Blueberry Muffin and Almond Croissant). My iced americano and blueberry muffin was good. I'm saving the Almond Croissant for later. And since I live in the neighborhood I will be back
Mappy McGee
Nov 25, 2021
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Katie Dilling
Oct 16, 2021
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We stopped in to check this place out because our Airbnb host recommended it. The strawberry Danish was perfect, we also tried the spinach and feta croissant and a tomato basil quiche. We sat on the sidewalk and really enjoyed the experience. I had a decaf americano that was perfect. Such a cool spot!
Chi Vu
Oct 10, 2021
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I would give this place negative 5 stars if I could.
I came into this bakery with my 3 year old. The front cashier lady practically screamed at me and my child if I had a mask. I said no. She then proceeded to scream if we didn’t have a mask- we couldn’t be served.
If they are concerned about masking- then at least offer a mask like EVERY other respectable restaurant or retail place. I don’t appreciate being yelled at by a minimum wage worker about a mask in front of my toddler for some sub-par pastries. The demeanor and tone of this place is disappointing.
Needless to say- I will NEVER
I came into this bakery with my 3 year old. The front cashier lady practically screamed at me and my child if I had a mask. I said no. She then proceeded to scream if we didn’t have a mask- we couldn’t be served.
If they are concerned about masking- then at least offer a mask like EVERY other respectable restaurant or retail place. I don’t appreciate being yelled at by a minimum wage worker about a mask in front of my toddler for some sub-par pastries. The demeanor and tone of this place is disappointing.
Needless to say- I will NEVER
Julia X.
Sep 25, 2021
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Love going to the Phlour stall at the Green City Market in Lincoln park. I've tried the shokupan/milk bread ($8), the cheese Danish ($5), the cinnamon roll ($6?) and the ham and cheese quiche ($7). All the pastry is flaky and perfect. The milk bread was really good and considerately pre-sliced into hefty squares. My only complaint is that the cinnamon roll's icing didn't have enough cream cheese and was too thin and sweet for me. Overall, though, everything is really good and I will definitely come again!
Mark T.
Aug 15, 2021
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N. J. M.
Aug 07, 2021
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Phlour serves up fresh and aromatic breads, pastries, and more in a modern spot for remote working and casual meets.
I have lived in the Edgewater area for a couple years and always loved Phlour's quippy neon signs, but hadn't stopped in until now. I stopped in on a Friday morning and ordered a mini broccoli and cheese quiche to-go. The quiches are refrigerated, but there is the option to heat it, which takes around 10 minutes. It was well worth the wait. Five minutes in, the delicious smell of the warming quiche filled the entire shop. When I took it home it was still warm. The quiche
I have lived in the Edgewater area for a couple years and always loved Phlour's quippy neon signs, but hadn't stopped in until now. I stopped in on a Friday morning and ordered a mini broccoli and cheese quiche to-go. The quiches are refrigerated, but there is the option to heat it, which takes around 10 minutes. It was well worth the wait. Five minutes in, the delicious smell of the warming quiche filled the entire shop. When I took it home it was still warm. The quiche
Margot F.
Aug 01, 2021
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I want to like and support this local business since I work almost next door, but I will have to go to Starbucks. The food is not so amazing that it makes up for them having the world's rudest employee, but I kept giving them chance after chance. This week I went in twice and both times the queen of rude employees, (the one with the bangs, long ponytail and a Hebrew tattoo on her arm) MASK SHAMED me! It's a well known fact that Phlour went maskless asap, but with cases rising, even though I am vaccinated, I have kept mine on. This employee pretended she couldn't hear me when I ordered
K. B.
Jul 11, 2021
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I ordered from Phlour during the pandemic so was extra excited to see them at the Lincoln Park farmers market. The gal running the stand didn't feel the same about me :D
I bought a couple loaves of bread and several pastries, tried to be friendly with her but was met with a scowl / silence and an absurd credit card fee. It's 2021 and we're coming out of a pandemic, no I don't have nasty filthy cash. Duh. No bag for our things, no thanks have a good day. Just shoved aside and dismissed.
Three stars because the baked goods are better than average. But better than average product
I bought a couple loaves of bread and several pastries, tried to be friendly with her but was met with a scowl / silence and an absurd credit card fee. It's 2021 and we're coming out of a pandemic, no I don't have nasty filthy cash. Duh. No bag for our things, no thanks have a good day. Just shoved aside and dismissed.
Three stars because the baked goods are better than average. But better than average product
Bill U.
May 11, 2021
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Phlour was recommended by my nephew and niece who live around the corner. I ordered the croissant with egg, bacon, cheese. This was one delicious breakfast croissant. The croissant was soft and flaky and the fillings were awesome. A perfect amount of all the ingredients. My daughter had the blueberry scone and loved it. Staff was great and at a tentative making sure all was well. The coffee was rich and smooth. My only disappointment was it was closed on Monday for my return visit but everyone needs a day off. The bake goods looked awesome so next time I'm in town , we will try!
Jamez N.
Apr 17, 2021
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Christopher Woofter
Apr 14, 2021
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Diana C.
Jan 17, 2021
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I had a great experience at this bakery. I came here after a failed attempt at baking my own bread. I told Gaby about my baking experience and she gave me some great advice for next time. She told me I could call, reach out on social media, or come in with my bread next time so they can help me figure out where I went wrong. The customer service was spot on. I left with some sour dough bread, Sicilian pizza, and bread starter.
P.S One of the baker's came out from the back and personally gave me the bread starter. He gave me some instructions and I could tell he was very proud of the starter
P.S One of the baker's came out from the back and personally gave me the bread starter. He gave me some instructions and I could tell he was very proud of the starter
Michael H.
Nov 28, 2020
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This bakery has been around for awhile.. maybe 5 years and is known for their exceptional sourdough breads. I always see them at the good Farmers Markets & they have a beautiful storefront at 1138 W Bryn Mawr in Historic Edgewater! Aside from sourdough...they also do an olive loaf, roasted garlic loaf, jalapeno asiago romano and other various offerings. They also do great croissants & cookies! The latest thing they are offering is Sicilian Pizza on the weekends... it's the hot new thing with The Pandemic & places are popping up all over Chicagoland!! This version is one of
Shauna J.
Nov 20, 2020
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I wish I had never stopped into this cute, little wonderful smelling haven of delicious baked good. I wish I had never known what deliciousness awaits. I wish I had never tried the almond danish or cinnamon roll. But alas, I did all of those things and now I'm hooked.
I've wanted to stop in here for a while after seeing Phlour at farmer's markets in the past but the timing was never right, i.e. I was always walking my dog. I was dog free today and decided to indulge.
There were two customers ahead of me when I got there and the customer being helped seemed to have a lot of questions
I've wanted to stop in here for a while after seeing Phlour at farmer's markets in the past but the timing was never right, i.e. I was always walking my dog. I was dog free today and decided to indulge.
There were two customers ahead of me when I got there and the customer being helped seemed to have a lot of questions
Ryan G.
Oct 11, 2020
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I have to agree with some of the other patrons here - the staff is rude. I've been in here a few times because I want to support local businesses, however, rude staff just doesn't equal happy customers.
I think I'm done giving this place chances due to my last interaction with an employee, a tall man with long hair. He was unnecessarily hostile and coarse.
I think I'm done giving this place chances due to my last interaction with an employee, a tall man with long hair. He was unnecessarily hostile and coarse.
Angel J.
Sep 02, 2020
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I didn't even know this place was in my neighborhood until today. I didn't even stop and take a picture of the fig danish or my wife's cheese danish as we ate them far too quickly. They were the perfect balance of chewy and fluffy and sweet but not overly so. We also got half of a sourdough loaf which I have not eaten yet but has just the right amount of squish.
FYI they don't have any seating available as of yet and appears to have a limited menu though they do have savory options like ham & cheese croissants. Also FYI no AC from what I could tell.
FYI they don't have any seating available as of yet and appears to have a limited menu though they do have savory options like ham & cheese croissants. Also FYI no AC from what I could tell.
Kammy Windy Town W.
Aug 07, 2020
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Daniel
Jun 10, 2020
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We’ve gotten many items from their stand at the Green City farmers market in Lincoln Park, and while they’ve all been excellent, the one thing we simply keep coming back for are the spectacular mini quiches, especially the ham & cheddar one. Simply amazing quality and the flavor is through the roof.
Another recommendation is the garlic sourdough. Mmm.
Another recommendation is the garlic sourdough. Mmm.
Brad E.
Jun 07, 2020
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Maggie H.
Jul 27, 2019
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UPDATE!: I contacted the manager and explained the situation. They were upset by this as well. He explained to me that there was an awful incident with a dog in the bakery previously, and with the false service dog epidemic some of the employees are on edge when it comes to service animals. I informed him of the two laws, state & federal. That his employee broke and he was extremely apologetic and encouraged me to come back in for a better experience! I will be revisiting out of good faith and hopefully an apology from the specific employee!
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I would put zero stars if that
Original post:
I would put zero stars if that
Darren Poon
Dec 29, 2018
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Dorothy Desouzaguedes
Sep 25, 2018
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This space smells deliciously of butter. Not surprising for a bakery, but the exposed brick walls and two-story high wood-beamed ceilings might fool you into thinking you've entered a trendy pub. With plenty of two- and four-top tables along the walls, I know I'd found a comfortable place to drink a half-caff Americano and work on my laptop. There is generous space between the tables and in front of the counter. A glass and iron-walled space toward the back allows for viewing bakers skillfully kneading dough. On the counter are dozens of fat croissants, desserts fill the case. Wanting a small treat
