Dinner
Fraiche Bakery & Cafe Offers a Fresh Take on Brunch
The Evanston spot serves baked goods worth getting up early for.
Fraiche Bakery & Café has built up a loyal following since opening three years ago, attracting customers with its casual atmosphere and excellent, eclectic menu. Located just a block from Evanston’s Noyes Purple Line stop, the counter service spot at 815 Noyes St. is tiny, featuring two black metal tables outside and seating for about two-dozen people inside. The menu changes regularly, so it’s displayed on chalkboards rather than in any more permanent form. Their beautiful selection of baked treats is displayed up front, with novel choices like horchata cupcakes ($3.50) and pumpkin bread pudding ($3). Read more: More restaurant reviews The place was packed when I was there around 12:30 p.m. Sunday. Northwestern students chatted animatedly…
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