50 Best Bakeries in New York

“if you love SE Asian food lady Wong is the one to follow“

“The best strawberry cheesecake and chocolate covered cannolis I have ever had. 100/10, I’ll dream about these items forever lol.“

“Golden Steamer is a Chinatown gem!

If you’re in the area, this spot is a must. The buns are soft, fresh, and consistently delicious. The Pumpkin Bun is probably their most popular—sweet, smooth, and totally addictive. I also loved the Salted Egg Yolk Bun (sweet-salty perfection) and the Roast Pork Bun, which was packed with flavorful filling.

Prices are super reasonable, and everything is steamed fresh. Great for a quick snack or to grab a few for later, as they reheat well. Service is fast, no-frills, and efficient.“

“I came for lunch alone and got a spot at the bar, which was exactly what I wanted. The place was busy in a good way, filled with great vibes. I ordered a Salad Niçoise, and the dish was both beautiful and delicious. It’s a lovely restaurant in NoHo.“

“The food is phenomenal!! That’s it, that’s all!!“

“Great experience from start to finish! The food was fresh and full of flavor, and everything we ordered was cooked perfectly. The staff was welcoming and attentive, and the atmosphere was clean and comfortable. You can really tell they care about quality. Definitely coming back again soon!“

“We had a wonderful brunch at Lafayette. This is one of my favorite brunch spots in the city. Our server was wonderful and attentive! The vibe and the ambiance are so chic! 10/10“

“Great, Great everything delicious. Outdoor eating area only 4 tables.“

“Thick cut bacon, egg and cheese on a poppy roll with a yolk that bursts on the first bite. The perfect pick me up on a rainy nyc day. Iced latte pairs well with the crullers. Great to sit and catch up with friends over some daily provisions“

“My husband is always on the quest for the best cup of plain coffee. He claimed this is the best he has ever had!!“

“amazing hot chocolate and cakes. i am not sure the wait to sit in is worth it though as i felt a little rushed. but to take away you wont be dissapointed.“

“Nikola was amazing. Atmosphere and cocktails out of this world.“

“An Absolute Delight!

Alfbakery is the place to go for fresh, high-quality baked goods. Their bread and pastries are nothing short of perfection, with each bite offering the ideal balance of taste and texture. The aroma of freshly baked goods fills the air, making it impossible to resist. With exceptional quality, attention to detail, and friendly service, it has become my go-to for baked treats. Highly recommend!“

“Amazing baked goods that are not the same played out options you find at most bakeries.“

“Egg savory Danish with market greens: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️✨ favorite pastry from Frenchette, wish I could try a fresh one

Pistachio croissant: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ love the pistachio on top, but found the whole thing on the sweeter/oily side

Viennoise: ⭐️⭐️ very dry, should’ve gone to tgtg“

“Just stopped in today to try some of their breads like the olive loaf. The lady behind the counter saw my kids and said they have to try the cookies. So I bought one for them to share. I’ve never had a Chocolate chip cookie like this. It’s amazing. Needless to say I bought three more to take home. Awesome staff and delicious food.“

“Great lattes and breakfasts that I dream about. Wish they were open longer.“

“Another nut free find! Also sesame free.
Large assortment of donuts from classics, to cronuts and fancy fun flavors.
Donut holes, muffins and other baked goods. Saw vegan and gluten free options in a separate display.
Wasn’t very busy when we arrived on a Thursday morning 10am. There is old school countertop sitting for you to enjoy your donuts, coffee or other breakfast meals.
They were patient while we looked over everything and decided.
For 4 donuts, 2 Poland springs, 1 bacon egg and cheese on a Kaiser there and 3 donuts, 1 muffin and 1 dozen donut holes to go it was $51!“

“Awesome bakery! Their bread is a piece of art. Super tasty!“

“This bakery is hands down one of the best I've ever been to. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by a warm, welcoming vibe, and the service from Santiago, Natalia, and Herwin was exceptional. The food is outstanding—each item is fresh, flavorful, and expertly made. With such a wide variety of baked goods, I can't wait to try them all. Highly recommend!“

“Awesome and delicious food“

“Frenchette Bakery is both a bakery and cafe by chefs Riad Nasr and Lee Hanson located at the Whitney Museum. At the bakery, one can pick up viennoiserie, individual pastries, baguettes, sandwiches and coffee. Or one can sit at the cafe to a meal with a fine menu that includes duck confit and rotisserie chicken. This is the second location of this fine bakery from these two chefs. I had a single shot Cortado, a croissant au Jambon with Gruyère. a croustillant with hibiscus and and a packet of Bouchons. Small high tables with stools are located outside to eat and leave. Lingering is not encouraged. The food was tasty but a touch expensive.“

“Great customer service! Loved the cereal milk soft serve the most 🍦“

“As soon as we arrived in New York from Australia we were greeted by another Aussie who spotted us in the hotel lobby who quickly wanted to share where we could actually get good coffee..... this is a MUST for us Australians. Bourke Street Bakery .... you did not disappoint !!! From the very friendly staff to my new favourite coffee, the cortada, to the taste bud blowing pastries and muffins, this place is a must to start your day with. BTW did I mention the coffee. 10/10“

“My go-to everyday 4 days a week! I love it here. The coffee is always fresh and well-made and so are the sandwiches. My go-to's are the avocado toast, the hummus veg sandwich and the chicken milanese sandwich. So so good. The workers are so nice and they always remember you, having your drink ready.
Thank you guys so much.“

“Outstanding pastries! My favs are their black and white cookies, (best ever!), brownies and chocolate chip cookies. I find their blueberry muffins and cupcakes to be too small - very tiny.“

“Yessssss we live in Dallas Texas and we always come to have your cookies 🍪 ♥️ Great place awesome customer service“

“I was there only to pick up a to go order but the place was PACKED and from what I could see AND smell everything looked and smelled delicious!!!“

“My husband and I made the long drive yesterday (2 1/2 hrs each way) from upstate NY to visit our daughter in NYC just for the day. While strolling around her neighborhood we came upon your lovely bakery and cafe and after eyeing the beautiful carrot cake in the window, we had to go in. Carrot cake is my favorite sweet treat. There were so many beautiful choices, but we got 2 slices of carrot cake to take back home with us. After the long drive back home we were really looking forward to a piece of cake and a cup of coffee. I opened one of the beautifully packed boxes, which revealed an enormous slice of yumminess!! The slice was big enough for at least 3 people. I thought I had died and gone to heaven. Everything about this cake was phenomenal. The frosting was outstanding, the cake was so flavorful and moist. It was the best we’ve ever had. We have enough left for a few days. I’m so glad we stopped in. It was a great way to end our lovely day in the city and will most certainly go back on our next trek in . I will also have to get our daughter pick up some baked goods when she’s coming home for a visit. I highly recommend Crumbly Cafe & Bakery😊😊“

“Little stand located on the corner of Mulberry Street and Canal Street, is home to the most affordable and yummiest mini sweet cakes. Definitely recommend coming here if you are in the mood for a light snack and if you have $2 on you (15 of these mini vanilla cakes are only $1.50)I got the plain mini vanilla cakes because I was not in the mood to make a mess, but they do offer various toppings: condensed milk, honey coconut,peanut butter, chocolate syrup and nutella for an additional dollar.“

“Just had a delicious meal here and highly recommend it to everyone! our server, Maria was amazing and guided us in our menu choices.“

“Levain was packed with a line almost out the door at 9pm on a Tuesday. It maintained that pace for the 30 minutes that we were there. We got a lemon, and fudge cookie. The cookies were very good, though I thought they were almost too sweet, and too subtle on flavor, especially on the lemon cookie. The buttery flavor was intense in a good way though. It's a great place, I would definitely come back again, but with less of a line“

“Visited on the last day of my trip to New York and was craving a sweet treat to end the journey. The staff were lovely and prepared my order quickly—an iced yinyang (tea and coffee) and an iced lemon tea. We also ordered the original and pandan cakes, which were light and fluffy. Hopefully, I’ll get to visit again!“

“A place to treat our little ones.
We ordered a pack of 6 cookies to bring to Spain with no expectations that they would arrive whole in the suitcase and surprisingly they arrived perfect 😃 (later I realized that they could be carried in your hand to take them on the plane as a personal item) 😉
They gave them to us warm and newly decorated.
Just don't expect much sympathy from the employees 🙄“

“Sehr köstlich und empfehlenswert 😋“

“Heavenly place. Reminder of Sweden in New York. And that taste of butter, like nowhere else!!!
Recommend to taste Cardamom but to any leaving breathing being to give them courage and inspiration to find their true destiny in their lives;)
Ray sourdough loaf is rustic looking, out of this world bread that you can use as a centerpiece dish in the middle of your party table and build the whole afternoon or evening around it along with savory and sweet delicacies.“

“Very good bakery. Croissant was right on with texture and flavor for American. Have not try the real French style, so I can’t tell. Baguettes is nicely baked and texture is just right, not to dense or chewy. Wished it could warmed up for eating on the spot.“

“Amazingly delicious treats! We loved the cloud cake and earl grey puff! It’s to die for! The teas we bought were amazing too! I only have one request, please open up a store in Chicago so I can enjoy your amazing treats more regularly!“

“👍the best, miss going there, eccellente“

“I was looking for something for breakfast, notice it was next to my hotel, figured I would try it out.

Foods good, but EXPENSIVE! I forgot how expensive things can be in Manhattan

Loved the vibe of the place, but I felt rushed to order. Went for the experience, food is amazing no doubt-prices are just too pricey for me. Think I’ll stick with local coffee shops back home.“

“Visited the place around noon. Quite bakery/coffee shop to chat or do some work except that the seats are not comfortable for than 45min-1hour. Limited pastry options in my opinion but good variety of pizzas which is what I went for. It was a decent choice.“

“Stepping into Takahashi bakery is like stepping straight into a bakery in Tokyo. I especially loved the curry pan - tasted exactly like the ones I used to eat in Japan growing up!!

Quality Japanese pastries and breads, reasonable prices, great for a quick bite if you’re in the area.“

“Mojo, the best Belgian mousse in New York! Very nice atmosphere over there!“

“The best bakery in the Stuytown area. Their sourdough is fantastic, the baguettes are perfectly crafted, and the pastries are top-notch. Even the small baguette sandwiches are delicious. I’m always surprised this place doesn’t get more citywide recognition—it truly is a gem. Be sure to come early for the best selection!“

“This is my second (and third) time visiting and it will always be a staple of my visits moving forward. Everything here is so good. The highlights for us were the moon cakes, the mango mochi roll, and of course, their soft and flaky egg tarts. I still dream about those egg tarts. I cannot recommend this place enough.“

“After having the very first bite of one of the cookies, I immediately fell in love. The Chocolate Chip Walnut was the ultimate balance of everything you look for in a comfort treat while the Funfetti flavor caught me by surprise and is now considered the best sugar cookie I ever had in my life. There is two other flavors in the box I have yet to try and I have a feeling they won't disappoint, but after having those two said flavors, it is without a doubt that I will definitely be coming back for more sometime soon in the near future. That you could believe. ❤🍪“

“I've ordered the green tea fancy cheesecake and bouncy cheesecakes at Keki Modern Cakes throughout the years, but most recently, we decided to try something different. We went for a cookies and cream fancy cheesecake ($40), as well as 3 cream puffs (3 for $10, or $4 individually). They only had pistachio, cookies+cream, and ube cream puffs left when we ordered on Feb 6, so we got one of each. At first, we thought the pistachio cream puff was green tea, so when we bit into it, we were surprised. It wasn't a crowd favorite, but the cookies+cream and ube cream puffs were A+++. Highly recommend those two flavors. Next time, would love to try the milk cream puff! The cookies and cream fancy cheesecake was A+++ as well. We kept it in the freezer and took it out to thaw about 2-3 hours before we wanted to eat it. Although it sure tasted like ice cream, it wasn't. Delicious either way! The layers consisted of cheesecake, cookies, and cookie mousse. We couldn't stop eating it!“

“My husband is always on the quest for the best cup of plain coffee. He claimed this is the best he has ever had!!“

“Very good bakery lock like in Paris“

“Absolutely authentic and glorious! Just wished there was cafe style seating outside. The chocolate croissant was PERFECT and the hot chocolate was divine. Muah! C’est ci bon!“