The Ever-Growing Popularity of Bakery Lines

Source Chicago Magazine
Original Load Date July 8, 2026, 7:01 a.m.
Last Updated July 8, 2026, 7:01 a.m.
Original URL https://www.chicagomag.com/dining-drinking/the-ever-growing-popularity-of-bakery-lines/

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![][3] Illustration: Greg Clarke I woke up earlier than usual, had a cup of coffee, and got Wordle in three. That was an auspicious sign, so I walked over to [ Bad Butter ][4] to see how long the line was. This Bucktown bakery has been getting folks queuing around the block for hours. Owner Dan Koe...