The Cupcake Counter – Chicago, IL: Hours, Menu & Directions

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229 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60606

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Address229 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60606

NeighborhoodLoop

Phone(312) 422-0800

StyleCupcake shop

CountyCook County

Time zoneCentral Time

From city center2.4 mi southeast

About The Cupcake Counter

You will find The Cupcake Counter at 229 W Madison St in Loop, Chicago, roughly 2.4 mi from downtown Chicago, heading southeast.

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, Chicago Bagel Authority sits less than 0.1 mi from here.

We have not been able to confirm a full weekly schedule for The Cupcake Counter yet, so calling ahead at (312) 422-0800 is the safest bet. Bakeries often sell out of popular items by early afternoon.

At a glance

Listed as	Cupcake shop
Bakeries in Chicago	805
Nearest bakery	less than 0.1 mi

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What to order

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

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Classic cupcakes

Red velvet cupcakeTender, faintly cocoa red cupcake crowned with a tangy cream cheese frosting and a few red cake crumbs.
Lemon dropZesty lemon cupcake with a sweet-tart lemon buttercream and a sliver of candied lemon peel on top.
Strawberry cupcakePink cupcake made with real strawberry purée and topped with a fresh strawberry frosting that tastes like summer fruit.
Carrot cake cupcakeSpiced carrot cupcake with a thick cream cheese frosting and a sprinkle of chopped toasted walnuts.

Signature flavors

Salted caramel cupcakeBrown sugar cupcake with a gooey caramel center, caramel buttercream and a few flakes of sea salt for contrast.
Cookies & cream cupcakeChocolate cupcake with crushed sandwich cookies whipped into the frosting and a cookie half pressed on top.
Peanut butter cupChocolate cupcake with creamy peanut butter frosting and a chopped peanut butter cup garnish; salty, sweet and rich.
S'mores cupcakeGraham cracker crumb base, chocolate cake and marshmallow frosting torched until golden, recalling a campfire treat.

Filled cupcakes

Black bottom cupcakeChocolate cupcake baked around a cheesecake center studded with chocolate chips; dense, tangy and frosting-free.
Boston cream cupcakeVanilla cupcake filled with pastry cream and dipped in chocolate ganache instead of frosting, like a miniature Boston cream pie.
Raspberry chocolate cupcakeChocolate cupcake with a tart raspberry jam center and a pink raspberry buttercream on top.
Lemon meringue cupcakeLemon cupcake filled with tangy curd and topped with a swirl of meringue toasted until its peaks turn amber.

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Questions about The Cupcake Counter

What are The Cupcake Counter's hours?

We have not verified a weekly schedule for The Cupcake Counter yet. Call (312) 422-0800 to confirm before visiting.

Where is The Cupcake Counter located?

The Cupcake Counter is at 229 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60606, in the Loop neighborhood. Tap the map on this page to open turn-by-turn directions.

What is the phone number for The Cupcake Counter?

The listed phone number is (312) 422-0800.

What should I order at The Cupcake Counter?

As a cupcake shop, typical picks include Red velvet cupcake, Lemon drop, Salted caramel cupcake, and Cookies & cream cupcake. See the full menu page for more.

What other bakeries are near The Cupcake Counter?

Nearby options include Chicago Bagel Authority (less than 0.1 mi), International Sandwich Shop (less than 0.1 mi), and CBA Steamwiches (less than 0.1 mi).