NYC is home to some of the best bakeries in the world How about this? Few. It’s never been better to eat pastries: we are living in a global bakery boom that stretches from the streets and bakeries of Accra The following are some of the ways to get in touch with us: Edinburgh Manhattan. And one of the cities where this is most intensely felt is the Big Apple—if you’re visiting, it might seem that New Yorker’s new favorite hobby is standing in line to get their hands on a signature croissant, cinnamon roll, or the newest hybrid pastry that’s been rampant on social media. Of course, not all of those are worth the hype, but after tasting our way around town we can confidently say that the below are highly delicious and—dare we say?—worth the wait. We have a wide variety of delicious cakes to choose from, whether you are looking for a classic cannoli or a chocolate chip cake. cookiesThere’s no shortage of options. It’s no longer necessary to visit Paris The best bakeries in NYC offer you a wide variety of delicious chocolate treats.
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This bakery comes from a married couple that includes Gramercy Tavern alum Miro Uskokovic The following are some examples of how to get started: Bon Appetit‘s Shilpa Uskokovic (editor’s note: Bon Appetit is also a Condé Nast title), we knew this would be a bakery to watch. It’s American-style and rotates its selection. The bakery is housed in an old Dunkin’ Donuts in East Village near Astor Place. On any given day you’ll find cakes—Uskokovic’s specialty—but also nostalgic classics like cinnamon rolls, donuts, and even a cosmic brownie. There’s no going wrong with any of those, but make sure to try a cake: PB&J is a favorite variation, and the artfully square-cut carrot is also a standout. You can always find a variety of options that aren’t just for vegans and gluten-free friends.
This is the bakery of a pastry genius. Zoë Kanan Two other New York favorites are also being run by the same team. S&P Lunch The following are some examples of how to get started: Court Street Grocers. Kanan brings a new school twist to the classic Ashkenazi Jewish bake goods that, not so long ago, were more widely available in Lower East Side. She is well-known for her iconic sweet-potato soft pretzelDon’t forget the rest of our pastry selection. She is at her best making the glossy challah, which she sells every Friday. Daily, Pullman loaves are baked (sandwich-style bread), as well as other varieties. Be sure to also try the bialy, rugelach and Charlotte Russe. There are many savory options and sandwiches, too, for those who are in more of a lunch state of mind—plus the benches out front are some of the best places to perch and people watch the Dimes Square scene.
This might be the most popular bakery in the city right now. Lines can last for over an hour on weekends, and they often sell out of their popular items—so get there early. Radio opened its second store in Prospect Heights after expanding from their original Greenpoint location. Radio’s menu may look like a typical pastry shop but its croissants, breakfast sandwich and focaccia have flavors such as coffee and caramelized banana, key lime pie, and pandan. These can satisfy the sweet and savory categories. The sandwiches are another reason why they’re so popular. They have a roast turkey sandwich on pesto focaccia and spicy tofu on chili crisp that is a fan favorite.
French baker Lucie Franc de Ferriere’s layer cakes, topped with flowers, made her a star in 2020. She’s made many famous cakes for customers like Lorde and Harry Styles. She is always experimenting with new flavors, and on a visit recently, I found pistachio with raspberry rose, vanilla bean with dark chocolate espresso buttercream, and chocolate with salted chocolate Espresso buttercream. Let it be known you can get three to four by-the-slice cake options on any given day, and there are always additional non-cake offerings—one of the city’s best chocolate chip cookies, for example, and a rich hot chocolate.
This East Village bakery is the most fragrant on the list. Butter and za’atar can be smelled from several blocks away. Although the flavors are Middle Eastern, the techniques used here are Danish. They use concepts such as fermentation, lamination and seasonal flavors. Rebecca Newman Gargiulo, the head of this all-female bakery, creates new twists on classics. The pastry case contains rose pistachio danishes, tahini cookies with chocolate chips, and labne-rhubarb danishes. Also, they have a variety of lunch options and savory items like sandwiches and breads. The restaurant has been in business for several years and does not have a menu. Typically, have a line out the door—but that doesn’t make it any less delicious.
Vienero’s makes our list of classic institutions. Since 1894, the family that owns and operates it has been serving up classic Italian dishes like cannoli and rainbow cookies. It’s a classic experience: walk in, get a number and order only at the counter when called. Some items are sold by the piece and others by the pound. There are also large cheesecakes, black forest cakes, and other pre-made desserts that would make wonderful birthday treats. There is table seating in the back. Pull up a seat and enjoy a lobster tail and morning cappuccino, just as the ancestors used to.
This bakery, located in the East Village, is a hidden gem. It uses French techniques, but has Malaysian flavors. These treats, made by pastry chefs with Michelin-starred training, are some of the most colorful in the city. Flavors include pandan, black sesame, ube and calamansi. You can order the most spectacular cakes in advance. However, if you are just stopping by, there is also a range of small tarts and slices as well as single-serve products. The shop now has locations in Greenwich in Connecticut and midtown. We can’t get enough of their black sesame passionfruit cake, or the rotating selection of rainbow colored kuih—tiny treats popular in Southeast Asian cuisine that are often made with glutinous rice flour.
You’ve come to the right place if you are looking for the latest Frankenpastry mash-up. You’ve found the place to find the latest Frankenpastry mix-up. You won’t find a bagel, muffin, or scone here. The menu is updated monthly. We’ve seen everything, from bright-purple purple ube-eclairs to scallion pancake focaccia. The team isn’t too serious and their creations are fun and bright. It’s one of the few places on this list open late—until 10:00 p.m.—for a perfect post-dinner dessert stop. Supermoon makes some of the most outrageous gelatos in the five boroughs. Pints of honeycomb and sweet soy are available alongside rotating flavors such as Twizzler and lychee.
Conchas are worth the trip out to Sunnyside Queens. Masa Madre was opened by restaurateur Jose Luis Flores in 2024. The bakery offers danishes and donuts as well as regional Mexican, Colombian and Guatemalan specialties. There are items you won’t find in the US, such as piedras (a shortbread cookie with icing on top), pandebono (a Colombian cheese loaf), and Pan de Cristal (a soft sourdough bread). Conchas with cream filling are a must-have, along with tamales, cornbread and sourdough bread. Don’t forget the French classics, either. The almond croissant and the cinnamon roll are superior to many of the other items on this list.
This Danish import has two Manhattan locations, the first in the East Village and the other in Soho—but it’s only at the original location that you’ll find their iconic pastries (Soho’s is labeled a “coffee concept”). The classics are all here: cardamom-flavored buns, seasonal choux filled with flavors such as lemon, pineapple and miso and the city’s finest sourdough loaf. La Cabra’s coffee program is also strong, featuring many single-origin drinks and a cortado that is expertly made. La Cabra has a great coffee program. They have many single-origin pour overs and a cortado that is made to perfection. The following are some examples of how to get started: Take something home to enjoy now and later. A croissant with almonds is a great option, but you can also choose a loaf of bread for tomorrow morning.
This Gowanus bakery caters not only to our gluten-free and vegan friends, but also to all of us. Natalia Tutak, a self-taught bakery, is behind the creation. She adapted her baking after some health problems forced her to change her eating habits. The bread is also delicious. She is well-known for her mastery of breads, such as rosemary, buckwheat and sourdough. Most gluten-free products are dry, crumbly and dense. Hers is spongy with a lot of flavor. If you’re a sweet-tooth, she has donuts as well as cookies, brownies, loaf cakes, and more. On top of everything else, grab a chocolate muffin and a piece of whatever cake is on offer.
The Queens bakery is the brainchild of two restaurateurs and proud Filipinos. They started as a pop-up in 2020, and soon developed a following which demanded that they open a brick and mortar. They are famous for their donuts, which incorporate Southeast Asian flavors, such as ube, coconut, and pandan. Their vibrant colors and creative toppings make the donuts as appealing as they taste. You can choose from the matcha raspberry cruller or the purple halo halos brioche if you’re lucky.
Amadouly is the brains behind this Chelsea Market gem, which was inspired by the legendary (but now closed) Boulangerie Amadouly. Arcade Bakery. Ly was able to open his very own bakery where he focused on perfection in classics such as flaky croissants and fluffy brioches. His signature laminated croissant baguette is a creative take on the classic. The bread is wrapped with buttery croissant dough to add an extra layer. There are always some hearty sandwiches for an impromptu High Line Picnic.
Park Slope is the complete opposite of what many places on this list are. It’s simple, tasteful, and classic—but certainly not boring. Claudio Miolin is the husband-and-wife team behind this dish. The former was a baker and, in 2020 brought his skills into his home kitchen. He began baking sourdough for the community to buy through his apartment’s window. The couple opened their brick-and mortar in 2024 and immediately saw a line. The bread is perfect in all its forms: baguettes, sourdough, and rotating specials vary depending on the day. On the sweet side of things, it’s the French classics—croissants, pain au chocolat, and kouign-amanns perhaps (dare we say) better than what you’ll find in Paris. You can also choose from a variety of sandwiches for lunch if you prefer something more substantial than a simple snack.
Sitting on an unassuming corner just south of Brooklyn Heights, on the border of Carroll Gardens and Cobble Hill, Laurel Bakery comes from the team behind acclaimed restaurants like Oxalis, Place des Fêtes, and Cafe Mado. You’ll see influences from American, French and Japanese baking traditions. See their croissants and pain de Suisse for examples of their lamination expertise. You can expect to see ingredients such as miso, curry, mochi and sea salt. There are plenty of savory options, like whole loaves of rye bread, sea-salt-and-thyme-topped focaccia, and the platonic ideal of the French jamon-beurre sandwich. This is a local favorite, but it’s worth the trip.
