Located in the heart of Highland Park at 733 St Johns Ave, The Chunky Scone has established itself as a welcoming destination for those who appreciate the simple, honest pleasure of a well-made baked good. Our establishment is built on the belief that the best food comes from using quality ingredients, traditional techniques, and a genuine passion for the craft of baking. Whether you are a local resident looking for a morning ritual or a visitor exploring the charming streets of Illinois, we invite you to step inside and experience the warmth of our kitchen.
At The Chunky Scone, we focus on creating an environment that feels like an extension of your own home. We understand that in today’s fast-paced world, finding a moment to pause and enjoy a handcrafted treat is essential. Our team is dedicated to maintaining a high standard of quality in everything we prepare, ensuring that every item leaving our ovens meets our expectations for flavor, texture, and freshness. We take pride in being a part of the Highland Park community and value the relationships we have built with our neighbors over the years.
What Makes Us Special
Commitment to Quality Ingredients: We prioritize sourcing reliable components for our recipes, believing that the foundation of a great pastry begins with the integrity of the flour, butter, and seasonal additions we choose to incorporate into our daily batches.
Artisanal Baking Methods: Our approach honors time-tested techniques. By focusing on small-batch production, we ensure that each scone and baked item receives the individual attention it deserves, resulting in a consistent and satisfying experience for our guests.
A Welcoming Community Atmosphere: Situated conveniently on St Johns Ave, our space is designed to be a comfortable retreat. We strive to provide a friendly environment where conversation flows as easily as the coffee, making it an ideal spot for a quiet break or a casual meeting.
Focus on Freshness: We believe that freshness is the most important ingredient in any bakery. By managing our production schedule carefully, we aim to offer items that reflect the care put into them, providing a genuine taste of home-style baking every day we are open.
The philosophy behind The Chunky Scone is centered on the idea that food should be approachable and comforting. We do not believe in overcomplicating the classics; instead, we focus on perfecting the fundamentals. When you visit us, you will find a selection of baked goods that celebrate the textures and flavors that have made scones a beloved staple for generations. Our team works diligently behind the scenes to ensure that the aroma of fresh baking greets you the moment you walk through our doors, setting the stage for a pleasant visit.
We are grateful for the support of the Highland Park community, which has allowed us to continue doing what we love. Every day presents a new opportunity to share our passion with both familiar faces and new visitors. We invite you to stop by 733 St Johns Ave to see what is currently coming out of our ovens. Whether you are stopping in for a quick takeaway or looking to enjoy a relaxed moment in our shop, we look forward to serving you and sharing our love for traditional baking. Thank you for choosing to make us a part of your day.
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Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Service options
Onsite services
Takeout
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Fast service
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Serves local specialty
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Offerings
Alcohol
Coffee
Comfort food
Healthy options
Quick bite
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Wine
Dining options
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Lunch
Dessert
Amenities
Restroom
Atmosphere
Casual
Cozy
Trendy
Crowd
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free parking lot
Free street parking
Usually plenty of parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed inside
Dogs allowed outside
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Reviews The Chunky Scone
peter monaghan
23-04-2026
What!?! A vegan bakery?!? Road up here with some of my cycling buddies Check out this awesome spot where they can make a scone and other delicious treats without any dairy products. Also, they serve delicious bread.
Sharon Parks
23-04-2026
I love this place! Oscar the owner and his mother who works there, are both so friendly and helpful. They will take the time to explain what all of their delicious treats are. You can tell that Oscar is so passionate about baking and … More
Eduardo Mejia
23-04-2026
Amazing place, Oreo cake and Tres Leches taste great. Will definitely be coming back regularly.
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Kelsey B
23-04-2026
Oscar was so great and helpful! The coconut cake and blueberry muffin were delicious. Will absolutely stop by anytime we are in Highland Park!! More
S Sentino
23-04-2026
Fantastic little Vegan bakery. The owner, Oscar, was incredibly kind along with his staff and provided the best customer service. He was willing to answer any questions we had, and you can tell he had a passion for his business which shows … More
Caitie
23-04-2026
These scones are AMAZING! He had bagels one day, and it was quite the treat. My grandfather has been a regular customer for years, and can confirm the quality is consistent and customer care is superb. Many people think of scones as dry, … More
Cody Meltzer
23-04-2026
The Vegan Bakery, The Chunky Scone, is a true gem in the world of vegan cuisine. Led by Oscar and his remarkable team, this bakery has carved out a special place in my heart and become a regular stop for me. Their exceptional skill in … More
Liz Haro
23-04-2026
This is my favorite vegan bakery, the blueberry scones are the best ,, everything I have tried here is great .Oscar delivers the best customer service every time . Definitely worth trying ! More
Marcel N.
23-04-2026
The Chunky Scone, is a beautiful Gem in the world of vegan cuisine and bakery. The owner Oscar is so sweet and nice and this little Euro feel like bakery will be my go to shop in Highland Park. The French Press coffee with the Strawberry … More
christine mau
23-04-2026
The people there are so kind and thoughtful. The scones are so good. Often still warm from the oven!
Bought a loaf of bread the this week- made with 4 ingredients. Delicious. More
MarrQLes
23-04-2026
🛣️🚙 My girlfriend Gretchen 👩🏻🦰 and I 🧑🏻🚀 went in before they 🏪 closed and found this place to be magical 🪄🪄🪄🪄. The owner is super nice 🦸🏻🦸🏻🦸🏻 and knowledgeable on his goods and his 🧁🧁 muffins, brownies 🟫🟫 and cakes are 🍰🤯🤯🤯 DIVINE. … More
Vincent LaPash
23-04-2026
This place is amazing bakery, there scones are great and there muffins to me especially are the best. I’m not vegan but when I came here I was curious and honestly the vegan pastries here are better than most non vegan pastries at other … More
Leekeshly fletcher
23-04-2026
I turned 30 and since I have a milk allergy I thought this place would be a good choice. I am sad to say the strawberry cake was not good and neither was the sliced cake that I got that was grape and vanilla flavored. I'm sorry but it was a … More
Sand
23-04-2026
This place is outstanding I loved everything I tried and it was so refreshing to find a vegan spot in the suburbs. I got the date/pecan scone, tres leches cake and blueberry muffin All three were delicious. The scone was the perfect … More
Lisa Foreman
23-04-2026
Amazing find! Worth the drive. Been wanting to find/try a vegan bakery. Had seen this store come up when searching for options. Today made the drive there. So worth it!!! Choc Chip scone is delicious; good texture, plenty of chips and … More
Max Kanter
23-04-2026
Got a donut and scone. Donut was fresh and moist. Chocolate frosting was just right - sweet but not too sweet. Scone was equally good. Eat in the park across the street or at the lake down the road!
Samantha Tullar
23-04-2026
Delicious, totally vegan food made by the nicest people you could ever meet. My partner and I loved the whole experience. The food was so fresh and yummy, and my partner said the tacos were perfect! Truly the sweetest staff too! Stop in here -- you won't regret it! More
Mark Landau
23-04-2026
We stopped in yesterday to get some gluten free baked goods for a family member who has celiac. Let’s say that everything we bought was amazing! You would never know that the baked goods were both gluten free and vegan. Completely moist and … More
Venn
23-04-2026
One of the best and most inventive vegan bakeries in all Chicagoland! Truly incredible and the owner is so kind. Stop in if you get the chance! More
Hanna D
23-04-2026
This is a great spot. Delicious vegan goodies, including sweet baked goods as well as some savory options, and the owner is always so kind to his customers. It feels like a community here. They are dog friendly and don't mind if you bring … More
Reviews The Chunky Scone