We stopped by Heritage Bakery, just outside the New York Public Library, and I wish I could have tried one of everything behind the counter. We picked up a raspberry croissant, pain au chocolat, an olive fougasse breadstick, and a latte, and everything was absolutely delicious. The pastries were flaky, fresh, and full of flavor, and the latte was exactly what I was hoping for--smooth, cozy, and the perfect companion to a morning stroll through the city. The line moved quickly, the staff were efficient, and the whole bakery smelled like butter and heaven. Seating was a bit tight, but we managed to squeeze in, and honestly, that was the only small downside. Otherwise, this was a fantastic stop and I'd happily go back and work my way through the rest of the pastry case. read more

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I love how it's right next the New York Public Library. Came in for a pistachio croissant and a raspberry macaroon. The macaroon was so soft and fluffy, best I've had. Pistachio croissant was alright, not the worst but not the best either. They had a variety of pastries and a little section in the back where you could sit and eat. Service was good I was in and out. Nice open windows in the front with a view of the side of the New York Public Library. read more

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New Yorkers have bakery radar. When I first came here the place was so busy you couldn't get in and it was spectacular. I ate there every morning. Now? Sigh. In the same bakery class as Maman, but an Acapulco low tide cliff dive in quality. I had great kouign amann and a croissant the first visit. Return visit found doughy, heavy uninspired croissants! Did the inspired owners sell? Quel dommage! Now it's just another humdrum high-priced loveless bakery, treading on past glory. Coffee is excellent. Lots of pour overs and other things that should be enjoyed, if it weren't for the cramped stool seating and no hooks under their counters. It deflates the nature of your morning enjoyment. It's office pick up and go. Except I don't have an office here. They mill some of their flours for whole grain breads. Nice fast sandwich case. Won't thrill ya, won't kill ya. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ read more

This bakery has been on my list of spots to try since I've walked past it many times and it usually seems pretty busy. I'd give it an another shot if I was in the area and try a couple different pastries. Located on 40th Street across the street from the south edge of Bryant Park, it's been around for a few years and serves a variety of breads, pastries, coffee and tea drinks, chilled take away foods like salads and sandwiches. On a frigid day with negative windchill, many other stores were closing up early and a fair number of passers by flocked inside here to escape the arctic temps, looking for a warm drink or treat. Upon entering the staff were quick to acknowledge most visitors, and asked if I needed help or knew what I wanted to order. I needed a few minutes to decide so let some other customers go first. I thought about the kouign amman or pistachio cruffin which both looked good and had positive reviews though finally went with the apple tart $5.50. Staff asked if I'd like it warmed up which I appreciated, after toasting in the oven it was hot and the pastry shell was lightly crispy on top. I do wish there was a bit more pastry as the part under the apples was quite thin, and the apples were also cut quite thinly. For those ordering drinks, they carry a couple alt milks, I believe almond and oat if I recall correctly for an extra surcharge. Their chai is from a premade concentrate (it's hard to find a real one unless you go to a proper chai bar). Seating is a handful maybe 5-6 seats along the back of the bakery, pretty tight, so not a place to linger long. Didn't notice a bathroom. read more

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I have eaten many a Cronut and muffins but today was my first taste of a Cruffin. I chose the vanilla cruffin at Heritage Grand Bakery this morning. Despite having eaten a small breakfast, I still felt hungry. As I was going to work for the day and passed by this bakery I decided to try it. It's often difficult for me to pass by a bakery when the pastries are in full view. Of course I could have averted my head but I am not a saint. When I cut the cruffin it had vanilla cream inside. The flavor was muted and next time I should try the pistachio cruffin. The display case was brimming with all kinds of viennoiseries and pastries that definitely look tempting. Yusuf helped me and he was efficient. read more

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Nice bakery near Bryant park. The cheese roll was yummy and definitely had a healthy whole grains flour taste. I also really enjoyed the pistachio cruffin. Not too sweet and packed with cream. Service was amazing. read more

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First visit and sadly the gluten-free options did not include anything chocolate. We chose the Montebello (almond tart with raspberry and pistachio cream). It looked pretty but tasted stale. Perhaps other options have better turnover. Kudos for offering gluten-free options like meringues, macarons and vegan oatmeal cookies. Service was good. The place is pretty. read more

My kid says she had the BEST Matcha she's ever had here (and we try different coffee shops and bakeries all the time), and my Oat Milk latte was amazing. And the food?! We had a ham and cheese Pinse (sp?) and a pistachio Cruffin and a cheese stick and... I could have tried everything in the case! It's just a really high quality eatery. I can't wait to return! read more

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Great desserts. We shared a decadent chocolate cake. Bathroom next to Bryant Park Christmas Market. No lines. read more

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So this might just be me but it was a lot of show and not a ton of substance. I did enjoy it and I'm not going to go lower than 3 stars for this one but it wasn't over the top exceptional in my opinion. I got a raspberry macaron which was really quite yummy and a raspberry croissant and that I think is where thy lost me. The entire inside of the croissant was basically just raspberry jelly and it was honestly horrible. The service really wasn't awesome they seemed annoyed when anyone not just my party asked questions even though there really wasn't anyone in there. The place itself though was super cute! Very nice and clean. If you're in Bryant Park give it a try but I wouldn't make a special trip to come over here. read more

I would say this was a 5 star experience from the moment we walked in, all the way to the bathrooms and then finally walking out. We were well taken care of and it was a very nice dining experience. We came here for dinner. Very elegant but cozy and in general an enjoyable vibe. My brothers enjoyed the grilled octopus and my sister and I loved the calamari. My passionfruit margarita was perfect and they refilled our waters constantly. Always clearing the table and giving you new utensils. They explained that they make their own flour and nothing is processed. Very clean restaurant, starting with the food they serve! read more

I stopped to grab some food early afternoon. The tuna Nicoise on sour dough bread was wholesome, fresh and tasty with the capers giving it a tangy kick. It is an unexpectedly filling and generous sandwich! I just loved it. The server behind the counter was most helpful, carrying my coffee to the bar high seat. It was a full house, packed but warm and upbeat. read more

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3 of us met for Saturday brunch. Each of us ordered something different: eggs Benedict with smoked salmon, wild mushroom pizza and chicken BLT. While the waiter was friendly, he never came to ask if we wanted dessert or coffee. When we finally decided to pay, he didn't show us the check. When we asked to split the check, he said that's fine but wanted to wait for the third person to return from the bathroom, because she needed to add tip to close out tab. Huh??!! I told him he could start with the 2 of us and she'd be back by the time it got to her. He said no, he needed to wait. Huh??? Then when she came back, he started with our charges anyway! D'uh read more

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Came here for a quick breakfast when I had some alone time in the city. The ham and cheese quiche was 10000% better than I expected it to be, amazing, definitely opt to heat it up. The lemon poppyseed muffin was good as well. I ate them both at Bryant Park. The service was quick and the staff was friendly. The restaurant itself was nice and quiet, decent amount of seating. read more

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My partner and I came in here because the pastries look SO GOOD. The queue is pretty fast moving once you enter. We got multiple things: pistachio cronut, praline bliss chocolate cake, pistachio financier, hot chocolate and a drip coffee. The pastry and the baked goods very really good. I'd rank these (1) praline bliss, (2) cronut and (3) financier. The drinks on the other hand were bad. The hot chocolate was not hot and extremely sweet. It tasted like cheap cocoa mix. The drip coffee was very watery as well. The price range is a lil high but very typical for the location. I'd recommend sticking to the baked goods and sweet treats only. read more

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I'm keen to find great bakeries wherever I go, so this was a very welcome find only a few blocks from my hotel. So nice I went here twice, in fact. The pastries really are to die for. They're so luscious. I had one of their pistachio cruffins, a quiche, some of their cheese sticks, and the pastry with chocolate and custard (sorry, I've forgotten the name.) All of it was delicious. I sat just across the way in the park and enjoyed the scenery while I ate. A perfect little spot to take a moment for yourself. read more

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Beautiful bakery across from Bryant park! The pastries are delicious including almond croissant! The mini cookies are nice gifts or good to share! read more

This is my go to bakery while in nyc. So many options, and the many times that I have gone and brought friends and tried new things, I have not had a single thing that is not absolutely delicious. Always so friendly and I love that they have seating in the back as well as restrooms. Definitely check this place out! read more

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Popped in for some late afternoon desserts. Super cute place with a lot very attractive options. We got three pastries, all of which were pretty good. Nothing terribly interesting but consistent in the desserti-ness and texture. Service was superb. Good option if you're looking for a breakfast dessert of some kind in the area. They also had some delicious-looking sandwiches which we did not try, but would absolutely want to were we to come again read more

Heritage has delicious baked goods. The coffee, however, was disappointing. The beans tasted burnt and stale. The place itself is cute and cozy. I wish they had more sitting and tables. read more

Heritage Grand Bakery - Pain ai chocolate and cappuccino - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

Very good bakery! I loved their vanilla and pistachio cruffins - very delicious, they put just enough cream in those! Also enjoyed their chocolate eclair, Montebello is a nice gluten free dessert. Vanilla millefeuille reminded me of napoleon cake, tender and not too sweet. Overall, enjoyed everything! I would highly recommend it to anyone who loves sweets read more

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There are 3 bakeries within a door or 2 of each other on this block and this one is the best also supported by the long line. The pastry was excellent and disappeared fast. read more

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Pain as chocolate was more bread than flaky croissant - vey disappointing. The kouign amann was good though. read more

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Food and deserts amazing! Service amazing! Ambience amazing! That's why I'm coming back ;) read more

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A new bakery by Bryant Park! We stopped in for a quick bite after the summit one Vanderbilt building experience Limited seating but we were able to squeeze into a small space at the counter ---ham & gruyere quiche (definitely ask them to warm it up for you): perfect little bite with so much flaky cheesy goodness ---plie au chocolat: also flaky, although I think the bakery that used to be at this location did it a little better If I still went to school across the park, I'd probably be here often to make my way across their menu read more

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Great place by the park! Had a variety of savory and sweet pastries. I got the olive bread, cheese stick, and blueberry muffin. Bread and stick were so flavorful. The olive bread had plenty of filling and the aroma was incredible. The cheese bread was also a perfect amount of caramelized cheese. The blueberry muffin was perfectly moist and scrumptious. Def recommend for a picnic snack on your way to Bryant park! The employees are very kind and helpful in deciding what to get! read more

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This bakery definitely got the aesthetics and customer service right. Upon entry, we were greeted with an enthusiastic staff member. Who made sure to inquire about if I wanted anything more after choosing one pastry after the other, to which I said yes each time, until I said, "if you continue to ask, I will continue to buy so, I am all set...lol." I made sure to add to their tip jar! Unfortunately for me, most of the pastries looked better than they tasted, in my opinion. The lemon poppyseed muffin was lacking on the combination of lemon zest and the poppyseed flavor. It just tasted like a regular muffin with poppyseed. The Kugelhopf only had one raisin in the whole pastry. A Traditional Gugelhupf always contains some dried fruit, usually raisins, and sometimes other dried fruits. So it felt like just eating dough. Finally, the blueberry muffin, also left more to be desired and that's strange for something that is a staple. I think the cuteness of the venue and my desire to have amazing flavor unfold in my mouth was just over showered by the pastries just being blah except for the Praline Bliss, which definitely lived up to its name. It was milk chocolate and hazelnut goodness. Although, this was my first impression, I did see that a Tea Service is "coming soon" so may consider trying that out. read more

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Fast service Convenient location nearby NYPL and Bryant Park Friendly staffs Love to go back again read more

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Pastries are good, coffee is not. Pistachio cruffin 10/10 - I love all things pistachio. Flaky on the outside, pistachio cream goodness on the inside. Definitely a must for any nut lover. Chocolate chip walnut 8/10 - I'm more of a soft cookie gal. This cookie is a bit on the harder side. Still tasty but will try a different one next time for more gooeyness. Coffee 0/10 - You would think they would invest more in their coffee because isn't that what you pair with pastries? Their cafe au lait straight up tasted like milky burnt water. After a quick walk around Bryant Park, I had to go to Blue Bottle next door to get real coffee. Interior decoration is pretty and who doesn't love the aesthetic of a glass counter stuffed to the brim with pastries. Delicious for your eyeballs. read more

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I was walking by and thought I'd stop in to see what pastries they had. The staff recommended the chocolate decadence which was very rich. Super excited to go back to try more! The restaurant was very clean. read more

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Stopped in for a cold beverage... walked out with pure gold!!! What a terrific place to commit carboicide. Everything looked fresh, crispy, and delicious; from the variety of croissants, to the cookies, and to the bread that was just staring me in the face. This morning, I started the day with a nice cold Arnold Palmer and a cumin cheese stick... yum! I'm also going to throw in the fact that my server was super nice, sociable, and a pleasure to meet. The bakery is absolutely charming and smells amazing but it's best that you take your baked goods and beverages to go and find a seat across the street at Bryant Park or the library as it can get quite busy and noisy. So good... glad I came a for a visit. PS - I returned 20 minutes later with my best friend and shared the Feta, Mushroom, Kale Quiche as-well-as an Orange Cream Brioche. YUM!!!! Check Them Out @heritagegrandbakery read more

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This place is just beautiful inside! I have to start by saying that. It's super casual but has such a warm and appealing decor that you feel special sitting there. I came with a party of 5 and ordered the mezze platter which was really delicious but a small portion for all of us to share. The dips in the platter were delicious and the bread was warm and freshly baked but it was a nice amount for lunch. I was torn between 2 salads and the waiter was very sure in his decision when I asked his opinion! I went with his suggestion- mixed greens, tomatoes, avocado, red onion with a nice (but heavy handed) vinaigrette and added grilled shrimp (there were 5 of them). I'd come back and definitely try their baked goods and if someone else paid, probably their food again. It's typical pricing for a midtown sit down lunch but smaller portions for sure. read more

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Looking for a spot to grab a quick breakfast after visiting the Summit at One Vanderbilt, I stopped at Heritage after seeing all the amazing looking pastries through their window. Plenty of stuff to choose from, my son and I got the apple crumble danish, plie au chocolat, chocolate eclair, and a matcha tea latte. The standouts were the flaky danish topped with sweet mound of apples and powdered sugar and the plie au chocolat with its delicate and carmelized exterior. read more

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Fine French Bakery in close proximity to Bryant Park, hosting some of the finest pastries, breads, sandwiches, paired with their signature coffees and teas. Dine in or takeout with optional choice of enjoying your scrumptious meal at the park. Our selected pastries and iced coffees were absolutely divine. Excellent customer service provided by Monique! read more

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The pasta here is soooo good. As is the bread and butter with oil brought to the table. The burrata appetizer was so fresh and delicious. The ambiance is warm yet hip. Live the decor. Very cool place to grab a bite while in Manhattan. read more

Wow, this is the best cruffin I've ever had! I didn't even know such a thing existed - flaky tender layers of croissant, with a generous blob of pistachio custard inside (not stiff pastry cream; it's a yummy not-too-sweet soft custard), and topped with a nutty pistachio crumble. This is a truly amazing food. They're nothing like the greasy, cloying cronuts of yesteryear. And look at the fresh ripe peach slices on those danishes! This is unbelievable! For the people who live near here and have been eating these all along - you are so lucky! This stuff doesn't even exist where I live. I am definitely getting more pastries next time I'm in NYC! read more

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Was staying at the hotel above and decided to come down to takeaway some yummy looking pastries at this very nicel bakery....or what I would better describe as a Disneyland of pastries:) Everything looked so amazing, looked so absolutely delicious, and that addictive scent of freshly baked pastries and breads.....oh my! Ok, so I'm not much of a sweet tooth, but will never say no to a good Almond Croissant.....and not far behind, a blueberry muffin.....and as luck would have it, they offered both of these, and they looked soooooooo gooooood! Service was friendly, quick, and we had our takeaway goodies back to our hotel lounge to enjoy with some hot coffee and tea. Oh my, again......both the almond croissant and blueberry muffin were so delicious, so satisfying, and just a perfect start to the day.....especially as we had planned to do A LOT of walking around the city later that morning. Would love to re-visit this bakery if ever we get the chance to visit NY again in the future, read more

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Yumyumyum. The staff are so friendly! They'll do a great job helping you pick out the best little dessert. The dessert is SO GOOD. They should make a massive birthday cake version because I'd eat up the whole thing. The atmosphere was light and welcoming, but the vibe didn't stand out too much from a typical bakery. read more

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I come to this bakery often since my office is around this area. Today I got a sandwich as a quick snack, and the bread had mold on it. I went back to the store and showed the sandwich to the girl working there. She insisted that this wasn't mold but the flour. There was no apologies or intention to give me a refund. It was not until I said this is a food safety issue that she asked if I wanted a new sandwich. Do better. read more

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We went this past weekend, seating was abundant and the hostess refused to seat us unless we provided phone number, I declined and stated that I don't want to be in another database. She refused to seat us...my wife capitulated and we were then seated next to the kitchen next by pizza ovens..Our waiter moved us to a better seat and provided solid service a food was good. Management needs to better train the Hostess and her horrible demeanor towards paying customers. read more