Del Sur Bakery to reopen Nov. 28 in expanded Ravenswood space

Overview

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Del Sur Bakery, a Filipino bakery in Chicago's Ravenswood neighborhood, has been closed since June 14. On Nov. 28, it will reopen with a larger dining room, a longer coffee menu, and more pastries.

The expansion into the neighboring space aims to ease the long lines that have become a hallmark of the bakery's popularity. It also tests whether a small ethnic bakery can grow without losing the community feel that made it a local favorite.

Why it matters

The reopening will show whether a popular neighborhood bakery can scale up without losing the quality and character that built its following.

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Key Indicators

167

Days closed for expansion

From June 14 to Nov. 28, 2026.

Storefronts combined

The bakery expanded into the neighboring space.

New lamination room

A separate room for making pastries.

Voices

Curated perspectives — historical figures and your fellow readers.

People Involved

Justin Tiu Lerias

Owner and baker

Preparing to reopen Del Sur Bakery

Organizations Involved

Del Sur Bakery

Bakery

Closed for expansion; reopening Nov. 28

A Filipino American bakery in Chicago's Ravenswood neighborhood known for its pastries and long lines.

Timeline

2025 November 2026

5 events Latest: Today

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November 2026
Reopening set for Nov. 28
Today Announcement

Block Club Chicago reports Del Sur will reopen Nov. 28 with dine-in service and more pastries.
Today
October 2026
No exact reopening date announced
Status

Del Sur's website says 'Reopening Autumn 2026' with no specific date.
October 6th, 2026
July 2026
Planned late-July reopening missed
Delay

Earlier coverage pointed to a late-July reopening, but it did not happen.
July 2026
June 2026
Del Sur closes for expansion
Closure

The bakery closes to build into the neighboring space.
June 14th, 2026
2025
Del Sur Bakery opens in Ravenswood
Opening

Justin Tiu Lerias opens the Filipino bakery at 4639 N. Damen Ave.
2025

Scenarios

Del Sur Reopens on Nov. 28 as Planned

Likely Resolves by Nov 29, 2026

Discussed by: Block Club Chicago

The bakery opens its doors on Nov. 28, offering dine-in service and an expanded pastry selection. The long lines may ease as the larger space accommodates more customers.

Reopening Delayed Again to 2027

Possible Resolves by Nov 28, 2026

Discussed by: Block Club Chicago (noting the missed late-July target)

Construction or permitting issues push the reopening past Thanksgiving, extending the closure into the new year. The bakery remains closed through the holiday season.

Historical Context

2 moments from history that rhyme with this story — and how they unfolded.

2020

Kasama (2020)

Kasama opened as a Filipino bakery in Chicago's Ukrainian Village in 2020. It later added a dinner tasting menu and became the first Filipino restaurant in the US to earn a Michelin star in 2022.

Then

It gained national recognition and expanded its offerings.

Now

It demonstrated that a small Filipino bakery can grow into a destination.

Why this matters now

Del Sur is following a similar path, expanding from a bakery into a dine-in space, though on a smaller scale.

2002

Tartine Bakery (2002)

Tartine Bakery opened in San Francisco's Mission District in 2002. It became famous for its bread and pastries, later expanding to multiple locations and a manufactory.

Then

It drew long lines and became a neighborhood anchor.

Now

It grew into a nationally recognized brand while staying rooted in its original location.

Why this matters now

Del Sur's expansion is a smaller-scale version of growing a bakery brand while staying in the same neighborhood.