Mekato’s Colombian Bakery in Chicago, IL
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Mekato’s Colombian Bakery

Your guide to this bakery on 5423 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago — hours, map, menu and directions.

Bakery Hours listed
Get directions (773) 784-5181 See the menu

Opening hours

 
Central Time

Checking hours…

Monday7 AM – 7 PM
Tuesday7 AM – 7 PM
Wednesday7 AM – 7 PM
Thursday7 AM – 7 PM
Friday7 AM – 7 PM
Saturday7 AM – 7 PM
Sunday7 AM – 7 PM

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

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5423 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625

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Address5423 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
Phone(773) 784-5181
StyleBakery
Time zoneCentral Time
From city center5.6 mi north

About Mekato’s Colombian Bakery

Set at 5423 North Lincoln Avenue (60625), Mekato’s Colombian Bakery is a bakery about 5.6 mi north of central Chicago.

Chicago has 805 places on our map that bake or sell fresh pastry, and this is one of them — about one per 3,381 people living in the city. If you want to compare, Amrit Inc sits 0.3 mi from here.

Doors open from 7 AM at the earliest, and the last pick-up window runs to 7 PM, for about 84 hours across 7 days a week. Weekend visits work too — it is open Saturday and Sunday.

What to order

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

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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

  • Multigrain LoafA hearty loaf combining whole wheat, oats, flax, and sunflower seeds, with a wholesome chew and a crust rolled in more seeds.
  • Sourdough BouleNaturally leavened round loaf with a blistered, deeply browned crust, an open chewy interior, and the gentle tang of a long fermentation.
  • Honey Wheat Sandwich LoafA soft-crumbed pan loaf made with whole wheat flour and a touch of honey, sliceable for toast, lunchbox sandwiches, and grilled cheese.
  • 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.

Cookies & Bars

  • 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.
  • Black and White CookieA large, cakey drop cookie iced half in vanilla fondant and half in chocolate, a New York deli-counter staple with a lemony crumb.

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 7 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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Display case in a Chinese bakery — illustrative photo
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Questions about Mekato’s Colombian Bakery

What are Mekato’s Colombian Bakery's hours?
Mekato’s Colombian Bakery's listed hours are Mon–Sun: 7 AM – 7 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
Is Mekato’s Colombian Bakery open on Sunday?
Yes. On Sundays it is open 7 AM – 7 PM.
What time does Mekato’s Colombian Bakery open in the morning?
The earliest listed opening time is 7 AM on Monday.
Where is Mekato’s Colombian Bakery located?
Mekato’s Colombian Bakery is at 5423 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.
What is the phone number for Mekato’s Colombian Bakery?
The listed phone number is (773) 784-5181.
What should I order at Mekato’s Colombian Bakery?
As a bakery, typical picks include Bear Claw, Apple Turnover, Multigrain Loaf, and Sourdough Boule. See the full menu page for more.
What other bakeries are near Mekato’s Colombian Bakery?
Nearby options include Amrit Inc (0.3 mi), Rowie's Bakery (0.4 mi), and Mariegold Bakery and Fast (0.6 mi).

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