Taylor B.
7/11/2025
I always look forward to my weekend walks to R&A for a quick bite to eat! I've tried a variety of options off the menu here, including breakfast sandwiches, build-your-own bagels, and the...
R&A Sourdough
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1938 W Lawrence Ave
Chicago, IL 60640
In 2020, during the early days of the pandemic, we started baking to occupy ourselves at home. A friend gifted us a sourdough starter and we were amazed when the first sourdough bread we baked was a success. With downtime came curiosity about making our own starter. From that moment on, we were baking anything and everything with sourdough . . . quickly realizing that the bagels we made were pretty special. As time went on and our friends were coming by (socially distanced) to sample our goods, we came to understand that not only had we created delicious, comforting breads, bagels, sweets and more, but a real sense of purpose for our family during this unprecedented time. R&A Sourdough was born and we (Rachel and Adam) believe we have something wonderful to share with you. We hope you enjoy your goods!!
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3.5105 reviews
Adri T.
9/20/2025
smelled wonderful but I waited 5 min (was 4th in line) and did not move at all... very slow.. plus the price for loaf of bread was more expensive than my fav Publican bakery on Grand Ave byt...
Alexandra K.
7/27/2025
Disclaimer: I'm a New Yorker, so I have a certain bias toward bagels. I was pretty disappointed in this breakfast option. I ordered via DoorDash, which was fine, but the bagels were nothing...
Chalupa B.
7/13/2025
Finally visited and was worth the hype! You can tell they take pride in their products. Bagels are as good if not better than in New York per my NYC friend. The Pastrami....apparently I was eating...
Gabrielle B.
6/1/2025
Bratty New Yorker who resents the bagels in Chicago, here! I've lived in the neighborhood for quite a few years but have avoided R&A because there tend to always be lines/people waiting....
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