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    Levain Bakery - Back Bay, Boston

    4.4 (376 reviews)
    ModerateBakeries, Desserts
    Closed 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Kristine L.

    I dream about these cookies. There is nothing like it. The chocolate chip and walnut are and will always be my favorite.

    Mia H.

    I came here one night because I really wanted to try their new carrot cake cookie here. As there aren't many seats in the shop, it is mostly a grab-and-go place. Service is great as always. And, if you aren't familiar with Levain, they are known for their wonderful walnut and chocolate chip cookies--which we also got. Overall, I thought their carrot cake cookie itself was okay--it fell a bit short of what I expected when I compared it to a carrot cake. But! The cookie itself was good and you can always rely on Levain for a good cookie.

    Seriously? Feels, looks, and tastes like a hockey puck.
    Nikki N.

    I decided to pop into this Levain location on Newbury Street since over 3 years ago and they've improved and for the better. Cookies are big to justify the pricey prices but a nice treat once in a while. I might be asking for these cookies for my 30th birthday coming up. Thanks again!

    Cookies to go!
    Pam S.

    Those chocolate chip cookies are the BOMB-DIGGITY! Small location on Newbury Street but so worth the time to pick up some last minute cookies for dessert. Smells heavenly. Respectfully Reviewed.

    Levain a la mode!
    Madison K.

    Disclaimer! I love levain bakery!! Their cookies are SO good! It was a dream come true when they announced they were opening a spot in Boston because I could finally try a fresh one! I've had the frozen ones from Whole Foods and an ex had even sent me levain cookies in the mail once to try to win me back. Not necessary now that we have what, TWO locations in Boston?? Anyways, I went to this location as I do (I find the cookies to be a little fresher than the one in Seaport, although I've only been to that one once). I was interested in their summer collab with a local ice cream company, and in Boston's case this was JP Licks, which is well known in the area. I got the original cookie (delicious) with vanilla ice cream. You didn't have a choice on the flavor, which was honestly a bummer because I would've gotten chocolate. Oh well. It was still very delicious though. They got it to me fast, the line wasn't long when I got there, although it started to fill in as I was leaving. They didn't have their outdoor tables set up yet, so we couldn't really enjoy it outside, so we snuck onto their neighbors'- Ben and Jerry's- and ate there. I don't respect Ben and Jerry's so i was morally okay with it.

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    Nicholas P.

    Went her on a whim . I did not Evan know we had one in Boston stop in got the kids some cookies . Nice and clean great packaging every one was in good spirits! Cookies nice and warm better than nyc location. Most definitely will be coming back.

    Cookie Bag
    Harrison T.

    Levain is famous for their huge cookies hailing from NYC! I was visiting Boston when I stopped by and head to grab some cookies after my dinner nearby. The smell of all the cookies when you walk in is so welcoming and they have a good selection to choose from. I went for the oatmeal raisin and coconut caramel chocolate chip cookies and both of them were amazing! The cookies are easily shareable and are quite filling if you eat one by yourself. The oatmeal raising was my favorite of the two. Both were dense and filled to the brim with raisins and chocolate and coconut. They were crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside! Service was friendly and quick and I had my cookies as soon as I paid. If you are in the area and love cookies, you definitely have to stop by!

    Rocky Rhode Heaven
    Nik H.

    Came here 4 months ago. I said it was the best cookie I ever had. Visiting Boston again. Went back to have an afternoon espresso and a cookie. Today they had something called a Rocky Road cookie. Well holy you know what. Simply ridiculous. It's seasonal so get down there and try this out

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    Rajandeep D.

    Man I love Levain! Beautiful aesthetic and amazing location! The line was long, but it moved fast and the service was quick. I tried the Two Chip Chocolate Chip Cookie and Chocolate Chip Brioche. Both were 10/10 for me and I will be back for more. The cookie and the pastry were warm and soft but the Brioche was definitely the star of the show. They also have really cool merch but it was bit too expensive in my opinion. Lastly, the space inside the bakery is limited with standing room only but plenty of outdoor seating. Perfect for evenings in summer season!

    Liz A.

    I nearly had whiplash when walking down Newberry Street and seeing Levain Bakery. I know them from NYC and this is my sister's favorite east coast bakery (like she has shipped their cookies to Milwaukee). I stopped in for a chocolate chip walnut cookie on day 1 in Boston and stopped back in this morning prior to going to the airport to get some as a thank you to my sister for watching our cat. We got a variety including their seasonal lemon cookie. The cookies are large, easily shareable or save the half for yourself later. The packaging of our four pack was beautiful. Interestingly enough, TSA did have me open the box of cookies and looked through them before allowing me to leave with them. That was a first! Definitely recommend these cookies if you're near a Levain Bakery or thinking spending the dough to ship them to you or a friend.

    Two Chip Chocolate Chip Cookie and Lemon Cookie
    Taylor R.

    Originated in NYC, this cookie place has been all the rage on social media and was one of the spots in To All the Boys: Always and Forever. The aesthetic is super cute and I loved the mural of the neighborhood. People working there were pretty nice. We went on a Tuesday afternoon- the patio outside was full but no line when we went in. I went classic with the two chip chocolate chip cookie. My other half ate the lemon cookie. The cookies themselves are so huge I think sharing one would be the way to go. He thought the lemon cookie was very good but tbh he's not hard to please. Personally I really did not like the cookie consistency at all - didn't even finish it. Super crunchy overdone on the outside and basically dough on the inside. A bit like a cookie ball that was flattened just a bit. I'm glad I tried it but I think homemade cookies are much better

    Two Chip Chocolate Chip Cookie
    Jasmine B.

    I've heard of Levain cookies but they don't have it in my area. So, when I passed by one in Boston I went right in. The two chip cookie was the star of the show. So good warm and super dangerous. Huge cookies with lots of chocolate chips. They also sell other baked goods. Until we meet again...

    Elizabeth P.

    Why hello the Levain bakery? I have been wanting to try this bakery for a really long time and I'm so happy that I was able to find this while walking around with my husband. I would say the cookies were delicious. Definitely come here if you wanna try original cookies in Maine so delicious so huge. I wish I could've taken more at home and I wish it was more easily accessible in the town that I live in, but I was very happy to see this location. Services quick is kinda like good to go one top shop place. I would definitely say come here. Try it out. There's so many people that came into the store while we were eating a cookie

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    Nice people and amazing cookies and their butter and jam baguette is fantastic and well priced

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    My goodness, such incredible cookies! Price was appropriate given size and quality. Will be back with the family next time we are in Boston!

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