Savory Crust

We are a Filipino-inspired restaurant specializing in BAKED Empanadas & Rice Bowls.

09/10/2024

With your help, we have accumulated over $107,000 in investments❤️ thank you to all who have invested in our small business - we can’t wait to show you how we will 📈📈📈📈

09/09/2024

October 2nd! Save the date!🚚🏴‍☠️

Save the Date - FOOD TRUCK fundraiser- October 2nd 4:30pm to 7:30pm, PHS Parking lot- see flyer!!!! Savory Crust, HELLO Boba, and Candy's Creamery will be there!!!

Savory Crust 09/09/2024

We are just hours away from our investment offering coming to an amazing end. We are blown away by 70 individuals from all walks of life and from near and far that have decided to come along with us on our journey. We are also deeply grateful to all our customers that continue to visit us at the stores and food truck every day. I wanted to personally say THANK YOU. Thank you for believing not only in the food and excellence that we strive for every day, but for believing in us who show up every day to do so. Thank you for giving us a huge thumbs up of approval to continue our mission and purpose.

Savory Crust X Honeycomb was a thrilling 45 days from start to finish. The universe continues to amaze me with the kind of support we have received from customers, colleagues and business owners.

From our business to your business....Thank you for being great partners.

-Raman CEO of The Junto Institute that has affected our overall ability to be human AND run a business.

-Cathy CEO of https://www.legacyonward.com/ She has helped me understand the dynamics of a family business all in one. And love everything at the same time.

- The Bengson Family from https://www.candyscreamery.com/ in Geneva! Look out for our upcoming collaborations. The ice cream is one of a kind. Anyone up for Halo Halo Ice Cream???

-Curt from recent 10KSB Cohort, Owner of https://luckyprints.com/ Curt will be dressing our team up and new merch and apparel will be available to customers soon!

-Brian & Nikki, once customers who turned into an amazing business relationship making them shine on stage at some of their massive McCormick Place events! https://www.instagram.com/iconicroute/

-Vimal Prajapati, a The Junto Institute cohort and Goldman Sachs 10KSB cohort and CEO of P3 Global LLC that focuses designing, developing, and distributing exciting new consumer products that unlock value for our distributors, retailers, e-partners, and end consumers.

-Dennis and Kristine Manalo - AlliedCare Home Health http://www.alliedcarehomehealth.com/home-health-our-services and long time friends! Fun fact: HIs niece Kathleen works at our front of house at Morton Grove!

-Clodaugh Lawless and Amy Lawless amazing duo sister restauranteurs also from Let's Talk Womxn and owners of The Dearborn! Their fish and chips beat Bobby Flay!

-The Builders Initiative Team: Brian McNamer (President), Caitlin Caspersen, Allyson Esposito, Lisa Montez, Regina Rodriquez from https://www.buildersinitiative.org/Builders Initiative is the philanthropic team of Builders Vision, an impact platform established to build a more humane and healthy planet through philanthropy, investment and advocacy.

Lukas Walton is CEO of Builders Vision (Builders Initiative) Lukas Walton is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Builders Vision and the grandson of Sam Walton.

More stories to come….

12 hours to go! Check it out here:
https://invest.honeycombcredit.com/campaigns/Savory-Crust

XO
Geri & Savory Crust Family

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09/09/2024

Today marks the final opportunity to invest in Savory Crust and become a part of our journey! Your investment not only fuels our growth but also allows you to share in our future successes. We’re passionate about serving exceptional food and creating memorable experiences for our community. By investing, you’re supporting a dedicated team and a business committed to quality and innovation. Join us as we continue to expand and enrich our offerings. Let’s savor the success together! Click the link below to invest now and make a lasting impact. Thank you for believing in us❤️ https://invest.honeycombcredit.com/campaigns/Savory-Crust

Photos from Savory Crust's post 09/07/2024

Here at the Naperville Food Truck Festival 🚚🎉☀️

🚚15+ Food Trucks, 🎶Live Music, 🍻Beer, & 👯Good Times
Here all day (ends at 7pm tonight)

📍Naper Settlement 523 Webster St., Naperville, IL

09/06/2024

🎃🥛🫶

Pumpkin Spice Horchata is BACK at both locations! It’s the perfect treat to get you into the fall spirit🍂🥰

Available today! Order online, in-person, or call us!

Photos from Savory Crust's post 09/05/2024

We've added another food truck event this week!

Visit us TOMORROW at Bisa Lina Dispensary from 4:30pm-7:30pm! Grab some goodies from Bisa Lina & get some FREE FOOD! 🌿💨🥐🚚

Address: 720 E North Ave., Carol Stream, IL

09/04/2024

Here at Wildfire Harley Davidson tonight in Villa Park from 6pm-9pm! Come visit!

Empanadas, Rice Bowls, Churros, Elotes & More!🏍️🥐💪

09/04/2024

We have made it past our minimum goal of $60,000 for our investment opportunity with 🐝📈🫶

Thank you to all who have invested in us so far - we can’t wait to show you how we will grow! 📈💪

We have 5️⃣ DAYS LEFT to invest! We’re currently at $87,787! Our MAX goal is $124,00, if you or anyone you know would like to invest in us, please share & click the link below🔗

https://invest.honeycombcredit.com/campaigns/Savory-Crust

09/03/2024

Aaaand we’re back! Hope you all enjoyed your long weekend! 🥰

Our stores are open this week 11am-8pm! Oh, and don’t miss out on our Food Truck Events🚚

✨9/4 Wildfire Harley Davidson 6pm-9pm

✨9/7 Summer Naperville Food Truck Festival 11am-7pm

✨9/8 Willow Creek Community Church 10:30am-1:30pm

✨9/13 Brew Avenue Events North Aurora 4pm-8pm

📸 Pictured: Sweet Plantains topped with caramel & sugar!

Photos from Palatine Parents' Music Club's post 09/02/2024
09/02/2024

Happy Labor Day!
Closed today but we will re-open tomorrow at both locations 11am!

08/31/2024

This is one smart lady! ❤️

Bought the whole freezer full of Take and Bake empanadas! Just in time for the Labor Day holiday!

Get yours today! We are open until 8pm!

08/30/2024

Today from 4pm-7pm with Bisa Lina Dispensary!

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend with us!

🚨 TODAY’S THE DAY! 🚨
Get ready to kick off Labor Day weekend in style with a day of specials you won’t want to miss! From 4-7 PM, .crust is rolling in with their amazing food truck, and it’s going to be a flavor explosion you have to experience! 🌟🥟

A huge shoutout to for sponsoring and helping us start the holiday weekend off right! 🎉🙌

Swing by between 4-7 PM to enjoy mouthwatering gourmet empanadas and take advantage of our special offer: snag some FREE empanadas with any purchase plus more surprises to come 😉 Yes, you read that right—FREE empanadas and MORE surprises just for you! 😍🔥

Grab your friends and come hungry! We can’t wait to see you here for a delicious kick-off to Labor Day weekend! 🍴🎆

08/29/2024

Thank you to all our 52 investors near and far! We hit our minimum goal for our Honeycomb offering! This means that we can get busy continuing to grow Savory Crust with new ovens, new front counters at Morton Grove, and more! We are currently at $81,865!

But we’re not done just yet! We want to raise enough to hit our max goal. If we hit our max goal of $124,000, here's what we are able to do! Get a refrigerated truck, better branded packaging, equipment to support our Frozen Take and Bake Fundraising Program for schools, clubs and organizations.

Are you ready to help us get there, together? Our growth is your growth, invest today starting at $100 with NO FEES until 8/30 with the app! We have 11 days left of our campaign and we are done!
https://invest.honeycombcredit.com/campaigns/Savory-Crust?tab=StartupNews

08/29/2024

Come stop by Bisa Lina Dispensary for some savory bites and great deals before the holiday weekend!
Friday, 8/30 4-7pm will be posted up on North Ave!

W**d like to see you there! 😝

🎉 Kick Off Your Labor Day Weekend with Us! 🎉

This Friday, August 30th, we’re turning up the fun and starting the long weekend early with a Cresco party you won’t want to miss!

We’re thrilled to announce that the Savory Crust Food Truck will be rolling in with an array of mouthwatering treats, available to all customers who make a purchase from 4-7 PM! We’re transforming the evening into a celebration of good times, great deals, and delicious food. Whether you’re craving savory bites or just looking to enjoy some fantastic deals , we’ve got you covered💜💛

Join us for a day filled with excitement, as we offer exclusive deals and special promotions just for you. It’s the perfect way to unwind, celebrate the end of summer, and get a head start on your Labor Day festivities.

So gather your friends, bring your appetite, and get ready to enjoy an evening of fun, flavor, and fantastic deals. We can’t wait to see you there!

📅 Date: Friday, August 30th
📍 Location: Bisa Lina

Don’t miss out on this great event—let’s make it a night to remember! 🎊

Event is 21+

08/28/2024

Ready to serve💁‍♀️🥐✨

📚Whether you’re gearing up for back-to-school events or prepping for a tailgate, our empanadas are the perfect addition. Available for catering and delivery across Chicago and the north/west suburbs🚗

Order Catering Here: savorycrust.com

08/27/2024

THIS WEEK ONLY! There are ZERO investment fees when you use the Honeycomb Credit App through 8/30!

Download the Honeycomb App & Invest today!: https://smallbusiness.honeycombcredit.com/flightplan/mobile-app

Currently Invested: $51,365
Goal: $60,000 or more
Investors: 46

Invest on the app by 8/30 for no fees!🙅🏽‍♀️❤️

08/27/2024

Craving something savory and delicious? Try our Pork Belly Empanada, served with a side of Blackberry Hoisin Ginger sauce to elevate every bite! Perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner. 🥟✨

Open til 8pm at both locations!

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08/24/2024

Our dedicated team is ready to serve you some delicious empanadas until 8 PM tonight at both locations. Stop by and say hello! 🥟✨

Savorycrust.com

Photos from Savory Crust's post 08/23/2024

✨This Sunday, we’re headed to Naperville!✨

Visit our Food Truck at the Maplebrook Pool (52 W. Bailey Rd., Naperville, IL) from 12pm-sellout! We will be taking pre-orders and in-person orders!

📣Make sure you pre-order by Saturday, 8/24 at 5pm📣
More menu items will be available for purchase in-person on-site!

See you there!

🔗Preorder Naperville: https://www.exploretock.com/savorycrust/

Photos from Savory Crust's post 08/22/2024

We are so excited to be doing drop off orders with our friends at Candy’s Creamery for a fun pop-up! Pair up our churros with your favorite Candy's ice cream! 🍦✨

Orders can be placed until 1pm on Friday, 8/23 and pick-ups will be from 5pm-7:30pm on Friday, 8/23. Reheating instructions will be included in every order!

Pick-up is at Candy's Creamery in Geneva! (39W250 Herrington Blvd, Geneva, IL)

See you there!
Order HERE: https://www.exploretock.com/savorycrust/experience/500592/savory-crust-candys-creamery-friday-august-23-2024?date=2024-08-23&size=1&time=12%3A00

Photos from Savory Crust's post 08/22/2024

Coming in hot🚚🔥
The truck is making it’s way through the ‘burbs in the next few weeks!

8/25: 🏊‍♂️Maplebrook Swim Club | 12p-sellout

9/4: 🏍️ Wildfire Harley Davidson Bike Night | 6p-9p

9/7: 🎪 Brew Avenue Events Naperville FT Fest | 11a-7p

9/8: 🌎 Willow Creek Church, South Barrington, IL 60010 World Fair | 10:30a-1:30p

9/13: 🚊 Brew Avenue Events North Aurora @ Crossroads | 4p-8p

See ya’ll there!😇🤞

Photos from Savory Crust's post 08/21/2024

Thank you to everyone who’s invested in Savory Crust so far! We’ve got this far because of your investments! We’re honored that you trust us, and we’re excited about what we plan to do with this loan once we hit our goal! ($60,000-$124,000)

So you know what you’re investing in exactly, please click the link below to learn more and invest! You can vote with your dollars and make a return easily by investing in our growth today! Check out our offering on Honeycomb here: https://invest.honeycombcredit.com/campaigns/Savory-Crust

Savory Crust Gourmet Empanadas - US 08/21/2024

HELLLLOOOOOOOOO Geneva IL! Get your empanadas, rice bowls and ice cream all in one place!

We are partnering with Candy’s Creamery for a Savory Crust pop-up!

Pre-order here:

Savory Crust Gourmet Empanadas - US OUR EMPANADAS ARE BAKED, NEVER FRIED em·pa·na·da: A Spanish or Latin American pastry turnover filled with a variety of savory ingredients and baked.

08/20/2024

Did you know Savory Crust is a Woman/Minority Certified company and also Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Certified?

We just got a scholarship to complete the PIPE PROGRAM with the Chicago Minority Supplier Diversity Council in partnership with ARAMARK.

The goal of the program is to strengthen areas of the company while being introduced to Aramark, the presenting sponsor heavily involved with the cohort and looking to build a pipeline of MBEs in the food/facility space. At the end of the program, we will take part in this focused effort to direct questions to category managers about Aramark/Avendra’s procurement processes and opportunities.

It's all about the process and building a good company to be great!

Photos from Savory Crust's post 08/20/2024

Have you seen our newest specials yet?🤔🥰

➡️CHICKEN BACON RANCH EMPANADA: Chicken, Bacon, Ranch Seasoning, Elbow Pasta and a rich creamy White Cheddar Cheese sauce

➡️BLUEBERRY LEMON DESSERT EMPANADA: Blueberry lemon compote. Topped with coarse sugar🫐🍋

➡️ASPARAGUS & MUSHROOM EMPANADA: Tender Asparagus, earthy Mushrooms, Onions, Thyme and a velvety Cream Sauce🍄‍🟫

Available for a limited time only🤞
Savorycrust.com

08/19/2024

THIS WEEK ONLY! We’re featuring Camelia Bakes Ooey-Gooey Ube Cake Bars AND Calamansi Cheesecake Bar! 💜🇵🇭💚

🚨They’re only available at our Morton Grove location until 8/24! Get ‘em while you can! 🚨

Available online: savorycrust.com

Photos from Savory Crust's post 08/18/2024

🇵🇭🍽️Taste of Asia Chicago🇵🇭🍽️

Visit us today at Bridge 410 in Chicago (410 N. Paulina St.), for the best Empanadas around! We’ll be serving up Empanadas, Rice Bowls, Elotes, Churros!

📣💓We will also be featuring Camelia Bakes Ube Cheesecake & Ooey Gooey Ube Cake Bars💜🇵🇭

Come visit! We’ll be here from 3-8 tonight!

Photos from Savory Crust's post 08/17/2024

📣TODAY IN NILES!📣 Our Truck will be parked up at Village of Niles - Municipality 125th Birthday Celebration!🎉

We will be there from 4pm-8:30pm serving up Empanadas, Elotes, Rice Bowls, Churros and more‼️

📍Golf Mill Park - FREE EVENT! Fun for all ages!

Photos from Savory Crust's post 08/16/2024

☀️😋Sun is out in Morton Grove! Come visit us at Dutchess Cannabis (6761 Dempster St. Morton Grove, IL) here until 7pm tonight!

➡️Get 2 Free Empanadas & Elotes with a Raffle Ticket from Dutchess Cannabis!🌿🤘

Photos from Savory Crust's post 08/15/2024

💨🍃END OF SUMMER BASH!🌿💨 with !

Tomorrow, visit us at the newly opened Dutchess Cannabis location in 📍Morton Grove! 6761 Dempster St., Morton Grove from 4pm-7pm!

💨Come check out the space & grab some goodies on sale!
⭐️Free Empanadas & More
🫶Popups from Stiizy, Ozone, Airo Pro, & Wyld!

08/14/2024

🎉🥳 We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve won the title of Best At-Home Cultural Experience in the Best of DwellSocial voting poll!

A huge thank you to everyone who voted and supported us. Your enthusiasm and love for our food mean the world to us. We’re honored to share our flavors and culture with you. 🌟🙏

Photos from Savory Crust's post 08/13/2024

🚨 𝗨𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗧: 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝟮𝟴 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗟𝗲𝗳𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁! 🚨

We're a local, minority, woman, and family-owned small business with a BIG vision, but we need your help to get there! We've already raised $31,715 from 36 amazing investors, but we still need your support to reach our goal of $60,000. 🤗

This isn't a donation—it's an investment! By partnering with us, you’ll help us grow, and in return, you'll get paid back with interest. We’re expanding our market reach, upgrading equipment, enhancing customer experience, and ramping up our branding and marketing efforts.

Time is running out! Invest in us today, and be part of something truly special. Together, we can create a thriving, sustainable business that serves our community for years to come. ❤️

💪 Invest in Savory Crust's future! Please consider sending this to friends, family and anyone who would be interested in investing in us!

Invest Here: https://invest.honeycombcredit.com/campaigns/Savory-Crust

Love,
Savory Crust Team ❤️

Photos from Savory Crust's post 08/12/2024

🚚🍽️ Our food truck is hitting the road again with more exciting events! Check out our schedule below for upcoming stops and come join us for a delicious experience!

Friday, 8/16: Dutchess Cannabis Grand Opening (Morton Grove)
Saturday, 8/17: Niles 125th Anniversary Celebration! (Niles)
Sunday, 8/18: Taste of Asia Chicago (Chicago)
Wednesday, 8/21: The Morton Arboretum (Lisle)

08/10/2024

Yesterday marked a significant milestone as the owner of Savory Crust graduated from the prestigious Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Program (Chicago Class) 🎓🎉.

This accomplishment reflects a quarter of dedication and growth, made possible by the support and guidance of exceptional instructors, organizers, classmates, and the broader network of friends and family. ❤️

A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who contributed to this achievement and continues to support the journey of Savory Crust! 🤘🎉

08/09/2024

TODAY! Our Food Truck will be at the Smoke & Irons Music Fest from 4pm-8pm & Tomorrow from 11am-10pm! 🤘🎶🎸🚚

We'll be serving up the BEST Empanadas, Rice Bowls, Elots, Churros and MORE! 🥐🇵🇭

ADDRESS: 620 West Stearns Road Bartlett, IL
TICKETS: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/smoke-irons-music-fest-tickets-859710526327

08/09/2024

Churro Fries, anyone?! 🙋🙋‍♀️😋

Our newest dessert is here and we’re so glad you’re loving it! Available with a side of caramel or chocolate🍫

📍Available at both locations

08/08/2024

New Complimentary Café opening! Second location in Warrenville! We are going to be running 🏃🏿 there! See you there!

Hello CC Family,

We are thrilled to announce that our 📍Warrenville location is finally ready! Thank you all for your patience and understanding while we worked diligently to prepare our new space.

Join us at for our soft opening. .fusion.social and I can’t wait to welcome you to your new 🏡 and be among the first to experience what we’ve been working on. We can’t wait to see your excitement firsthand.

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Our story...

At Savory Crust, food is more than just energy for the rest of your day. That’s why we believe that we serve up more than just empanadas. Eating is an experience, and we make that personal the minute you walk through the door. Our eclectic menu features flavors from as far as Asia and as close to home as your family’s kitchen. Whatever your mood, you are sure to find an empanada that both surprises and satisfies your tastebuds.

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7180 Dempster Street
Morton Grove, IL
60053

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 8pm
Tuesday 11am - 8pm
Wednesday 11am - 8pm
Thursday 11am - 8pm
Friday 11am - 8pm
Saturday 11am - 8pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

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