Wagner's Bakery in Chicago, IL
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Wagner's Bakery

A bakery at 2148 W Cermak Rd in Lower West Side, Chicago, IL.

Bakery Hours listed
Get directions (773) 847-8180 See the menu

Opening hours

 
Central Time

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Monday9 AM – 5 PM
Tuesday9 AM – 5 PM
Wednesday9 AM – 5 PM
Thursday9 AM – 5 PM
Friday9 AM – 5 PM
Saturday9 AM – 5 PM
Sunday9 AM – 5 PM

56 hours a week across 7 days. Holiday hours may differ.

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2148 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608

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Address2148 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608
NeighborhoodLower West Side
Phone(773) 847-8180
StyleBakery
CountyCook County
Time zoneCentral Time
From city center3.4 mi south

About Wagner's Bakery

Wagner's Bakery serves Chicago from 2148 W Cermak Rd, 3.4 mi south of the Chicago city center.

Our Chicago directory counts 805 bakeries in total, roughly one for every 3,381 residents. Nearest alternative: La Central Bakery at 2863 W Cermak Rd, less than 0.1 mi away.

The listed hours start at 9 AM and run as late as 5 PM, for about 56 hours across 7 days a week. It keeps weekend hours on both Saturday and Sunday.

What to order

Typical items at a bakery like this one — the bakery's own selection may differ.

Full menu

Breakfast Pastries & Muffins

  • Bear ClawA slashed, claw-shaped Danish filled with sweet almond paste and topped with sliced almonds and a thin glaze; layered and buttery throughout.
  • Apple TurnoverPuff pastry folded over cinnamon-spiced apple filling into a triangle, baked until shatteringly crisp and finished with a light vanilla drizzle.
  • Cheese DanishLaminated dough cradling a lightly sweet cream cheese center with a hint of lemon; golden edges give way to a rich, custardy middle.
  • Morning Glory MuffinA hearty muffin packed with shredded carrot, apple, raisins, coconut, and walnuts, warmly spiced and substantial enough to stand in for breakfast.

Breads & Rolls

  • Jewish RyeA deli-style rye speckled with caraway seeds, with a thin crackly crust and a dense, slightly sour crumb suited to pastrami or Reuben sandwiches.
  • ChallahBraided egg bread enriched with oil and a little honey, glazed for a lacquered shine; the crumb is fluffy, pull-apart, and faintly sweet.
  • Cinnamon Raisin SwirlA white pan loaf rolled with a ribbon of cinnamon sugar and plump raisins, made for thick slices of toast or French toast.
  • Parker House RollsFolded dinner rolls with a feathery crumb and golden tops brushed with melted butter and flaky salt, a fixture on holiday tables.

Cookies & Bars

  • SnickerdoodleRolled in cinnamon sugar before baking, this crackle-topped butter cookie has a pleasant tang from cream of tartar and a puffy interior.
  • Peanut Butter CookieA classic crosshatched cookie made with creamy peanut butter, sandy at the edges and fudgy in the middle, with a salty-sweet finish.
  • Fudge BrownieDense dark chocolate squares with a shiny crackled top and a gooey, almost truffle-like center, cut generously from a full sheet pan.
  • Lemon BarA shortbread base topped with a sharp, silky lemon curd and a snowfall of powdered sugar; bright, citrusy, and cleanly sliced.

Typical busy times

5 AM9 AM1 PM5 PM10 PM

Estimated from the opening hours and typical bakery traffic — not live data.

When to go

  • Weekday mornings are usually the rush, peaking around 9 AM.
  • For the widest choice, arrive within the first hour after opening — popular items can sell out by early afternoon.
  • The last hour before closing tends to be quiet, and some bakeries discount day-old bread then.
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Wagner's Bakery in Chicago, IL
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Bread - Ekmek — illustrative photo
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Display case in a Chinese bakery — illustrative photo
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Cake display cases with cakes and pastries in Brastads Bageri 4 — illustrative photo
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Questions about Wagner's Bakery

What are Wagner's Bakery's hours?
Wagner's Bakery's listed hours are Mon–Sun: 9 AM – 5 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
Is Wagner's Bakery open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays it is open 9 AM – 5 PM.
What time does Wagner's Bakery open in the morning?
The earliest listed opening time is 9 AM on Monday.
Where is Wagner's Bakery located?
Wagner's Bakery is at 2148 W Cermak Rd, Chicago, IL 60608, in the Lower West Side neighborhood. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.
What is the phone number for Wagner's Bakery?
The listed phone number is (773) 847-8180.
What should I order at Wagner's Bakery?
As a bakery, typical picks include Bear Claw, Apple Turnover, Jewish Rye, and Challah. See the full menu page for more.
What other bakeries are near Wagner's Bakery?
Nearby options include La Central Bakery (less than 0.1 mi), Xurro (0.3 mi), and El Popocatepetl Tortilleria (0.4 mi).

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