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Cocoa Bean

11 South 7th Street, Geneva, IL
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Ranked #1 of 86 restaurants in Geneva
Cuisines: Bakery, Dessert
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- Feb 24, 2013
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Carol Stream, Illinois, United States
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 24, 2013

My son is getting married but lives in Utah so is coming back to the chicago area for another reception. My husband and I are getting our cake from the Cocoa Bean because it comes with the package from Cantigny. We went for the tasting and OMG SOOOO GOOD! Honestly THE BEST wedding cake I have ever had, hands down.... More

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Chicago, Illinois, United States
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 8, 2012

This place makes stunning desserts - not your normal cookie-brownie fare like grandma makes. These are decadent and a work of art. Go here to buy a stunning array of goodies for your next women's tea. Coffee is good. They have a few tables for sitting and enjoying a cup of coffee and something to eat, but it is nothing... More

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Geneva, Illinois
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 15, 2012

Cocoa Bean has extraordinary desserts and the BEST pastries you will find...anywhere! For 30 years I have travelled to Paris and always looked forward to the Pain Au Chocolat...but they are BETTER by far at Cocoa Bean. I was just in Paris 2 weeks ago...and I looked forward to Cocoa Bean's lighter, crisper croissants with better chocolate inside! The quality... More

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Rockford, Illinois
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15 restaurant reviews
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 11, 2012

It was so hard to choose among the beautiful pastries. I was craving chocolate and the chocolate croissant was sublime! While the majority of square feet is devoted to pastry-making -- clearly the business-end of the house -- the mocha didn't disappoint. The friendly staff -- including the cheerful chef that waved and said "thank you!" when I peeked into... More

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Georgetown, Texas
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 20, 2012

This is a cute little place to get coffee and pastries. The coffee choices were excellent and they knew how to make cappachino and other difficult brews. My wife was able to get a gluten free pastry and she raved about it. I had a chocolate filled croissant that had just enough sweetness, but not too much. The atmosphere is... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 7, 2012 via mobile

The mini quiche was scrumptious! We also shared a pistachio apricot pastry that was amazing. And then there were the mochas...you can't go wrong here!!

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Geneva, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 4, 2012

This is the Best Bakery in Illinois. The Monkey Bread is a must for serving to out of town guests..The caramel Nut rolls are my husband's favorite .The almond croissants are not to be missed. The granola is good too! This is so worth blowing the high fiber low carb diet .....If you are in Geneva you must stop by... More

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Saint Charles, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 29, 2012

The best bakery anywhere in the Fox Valley. Their creative desserts are always a hit at any dinner party. I am especially fond of their brownies and 7-layer bars. They continue to experiment and try new things. Their chocolate candies also exceptional.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 6, 2012 via mobile

This was by far the best flourless chocolate cake I have ever had. They recommended the small cake for 10 people because it is so rich. They were so right. Totally worth it, I will definitely ne back! YUMMO!

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Saint Charles, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012

Cocoa Bean is a Must Stop place! I've been visiting this bakery for years and love their almond croissants. I've been to France & this place has the best. This past weekend we celebrated my daughters wedding & needed to find some yummy pastries to entertain out of town guests on Sunday morning (which also happened to be Mother's day).... More

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