Borinken Cakes – Chicago, IL: Hours, Menu & Directions

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5328 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60632

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Address5328 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60632

NeighborhoodGarfield Ridge

Phone(224) 421-8497

StyleCake shop

CountyCook County

Time zoneCentral Time

From city center7.8 mi southwest

About Borinken Cakes

You will find Borinken Cakes at 5328 S Archer Ave in Garfield Ridge, Chicago, 7.8 mi southwest of the Chicago city center.

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, Pineda's Bakery sits 0.5 mi from here.

Hours were not published with this listing. Most cake shops in Chicago open in the early morning, but phoning (224) 421-8497 first is a good idea.

What to order

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

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Cake flavors

Lemon chiffonAiry oil-based sponge brightened with fresh zest and juice; springy and tangy, a frequent pick for showers and summer weddings.
Almond wedding cakeWhite cake perfumed with almond extract and finely ground almonds, delicate and fragrant, long a classic choice for wedding tiers.
MarbleVanilla and chocolate batters swirled together in the pan, so each slice reveals its own ribbon pattern and two flavors.
ConfettiVanilla cake with rainbow sprinkles baked into the batter, leaving cheerful colored specks throughout; a long-standing birthday party favorite.

Fillings

Cannoli creamSweetened ricotta with mini chocolate chips and a hint of orange zest, borrowed from the Sicilian pastry shop.
Raspberry preservesTart, seedy raspberry jam spread between layers; it cuts through rich buttercream and leaves a vivid ribbon of color in each slice.
Lemon curdSilky, tangy curd cooked from lemon juice, eggs and butter, adding a bright, puckery layer to vanilla or almond cake.
Dark chocolate ganacheMelted dark chocolate whisked with warm cream, setting into a dense, fudgy layer between chocolate or vanilla sponges.

Frostings & finishes

Ganache dripGlossy chocolate poured over a chilled cake so it runs down the sides in controlled drips, a popular modern finish.
Semi-naked finishThin scrape of buttercream that lets the cake layers peek through, giving a rustic look often dressed with fresh flowers or fruit.
American buttercreamWhipped butter and powdered sugar frosting, sweet and fluffy, easy to tint and pipe into borders, rosettes and lettering.
Swiss meringue buttercreamSatiny frosting made by whipping cooked egg whites and sugar with butter; less sugary and smooth enough for razor-sharp edges.

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Questions about Borinken Cakes

What are Borinken Cakes's hours?

We have not verified a weekly schedule for Borinken Cakes yet. Call (224) 421-8497 to confirm before visiting.

Where is Borinken Cakes located?

Borinken Cakes is at 5328 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60632, in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.

What is the phone number for Borinken Cakes?

The listed phone number is (224) 421-8497.

What should I order at Borinken Cakes?

As a cake shop, typical picks include Lemon chiffon, Almond wedding cake, Cannoli cream, and Raspberry preserves. See the full menu page for more.

What other bakeries are near Borinken Cakes?

Nearby options include Pineda's Bakery (0.5 mi), Panaderia La Central (0.6 mi), and Let Them Eat Cake (0.7 mi).