Au Bon Pain

Great place to get awesome pastries and coffee. I especially love their oatmeal raisin cookies, almond croissant and brewed/espresso coffees.

Prices are a bit steeped, but the way I see it, its not expensive unless you can get something cheaper nearby.

I don't know what it is about this chain that I like so much, but maybe its the carbs screaming at me when I walk in... although I do find this place to be overpriced, I can't help but loving the soup options and fresh baguettes or french rolls or pastries, or cookies, or you get the point... for a chain place, me like!

I had a quick and delicious lunch at Au Bon Pain's small restaurant at Northwestern Memorial Hospital today. Because it was the noon hour, I thought it would take a long time to get my food, but the combination of someone taking my sandwich order, plus many containers of ready made delicious soup meant that I had my order in less that 5 minutes. The soup and sandwich was delicious.

The only reason I did not give ABP 5 stars is because their food is a bit pricey, and the area where you sit is pretty crowded and noisy. However, the excellent quality of their food and their fast service make this a place that's worthwhile for you to come in off the street!