Artisan bread, pastries and coffee daily
A year-round farmers market indoors
Community-owned, community-grown
Join the Founding 100 and help shape the future of 24 Karat Bakery. For a limited time, ownership is available at a $200 one time fee – exclusively for our first 100 members. Once these spots are gone, ownership will never be this price again. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something lasting.
We’re starting our first location in Lincoln Park, building a flagship bakery that showcases our worker-owned model and healthy, community-driven menu.
From there, we plan to expand across Chicago and beyond, helping more neighborhoods create their own locally owned 24 Karat Bakery co-ops.
At 24 Karat Bakery, our mission is to establish a collaborative environment that empowers self-driven bakers and like-minded individuals to work alongside co-owners. We are dedicated to fostering both teamwork and individual growth within our community.
A co-op is owned and operated by its workers and community members, who make decisions democratically and share in any profits. Unlike traditional businesses, co-ops prioritize fair wages, ethical practices, and community benefit over maximizing profits. This model allows customers to support a business that aligns with their values and actively contributes to the community.
We believe the cuisine should authentically represent our community, bringing together ingredients from around the world. By highlighting seasonal flavors from diverse countries and regions, we aim to create a vibrant culinary experience.
Our location will be in Chicago, with plans to establish ourselves near the Lincoln Park area. While the exact address is yet to be determined, this vibrant neighborhood aligns with our vision.
