Came all the way from Hawaii and was so excited to try these!…read more They were absolutely amazing. We also had the hot chocolate and that was one of the best ones I ever had.

Be careful as you enter this place if you're tall. The ceiling is pretty low. However, as you walk…read morein, you will see an assortment of original cookies that will blow your mind. I tried a few various flavors including chocolate chip, macadamia nut and oatmeal raisin period. I think they are about two inches in thickness and it's more like a cake than it is a cookie. Service is beyond friendly and you can see a lot of hard-working people making the delicacies in the kitchen behind the counter. Unfortunately, the cookies are nothing to write home about. A little dry and lack sweetness, I suppose it depends on what you like. For me, it was good try, but it's not a "I must come back here" kind of place.

Pastries were excellent, services was great only downside is that cakes must be ordered 24 hrs in…read moreadvance. They should keep at least 1 of each variety.

Love this bakery!! Great coffee, nice selection of teas, scrumptious pastries and delicious…read moresandwiches. The people behind the counter are friendly and helpful. The shop is bright and welcoming. Such a nice way to start the day!!

We stopped by Barachou to satisfy our sweet tooth, and it definitely lived up to the hype…read more We ordered a choux set with the lemon meringue, caramel, and crème brûlée flavors. Every one of them was delicious, with an incredibly light texture and perfectly crisp pastry. Our favorites were the caramel and the lemon meringue--the caramel was rich without being overly sweet, while the lemon had just the right balance of sweetness and tanginess. We also tried the almond pear tart, which was excellent. The crust was buttery and crisp, and the frangipane had a wonderful almond flavor that paired beautifully with the pears. It was a perfectly balanced dessert. Everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully made. We'll definitely be back to try more of the pastries!

5/5 ... pleasantly surprised!…read more We visited Barachou's booth at the Bastille Day celebration in New York on Sunday, July 11, and it ended up being one of our favorite food stops of the day. We ordered the pear almond tart along with the set of three cream puff choux. Both were excellent, but the cream puffs were definitely the highlight. The choux shells were light and delicate, while the fillings were rich without being overly sweet. The salted caramel was my favorite--beautifully balanced with just the right amount of sweetness and a subtle hint of salt. My partner especially loved the lemon meringue, which was bright, refreshing, and full of citrus flavor. The pear almond tart was equally memorable. The almond filling immediately reminded us of a galette des rois frangipane, making it comforting, buttery, and incredibly satisfying. Combined with the pears, it struck a wonderful balance of richness and fruitiness. Everything tasted thoughtfully made with high-quality ingredients, and it's easy to see why Barachou has developed such a loyal following. We'll absolutely be back for another pear almond tart and the trio of cream puffs the next time we have the chance. Highly recommended!

The flakiest pastries I've ever had. The spicy cheese bread was so flaky it was very impressive and…read morethe flavor was so yummy. The pistachio cherry croissant was amazing. I didn't even miss the chocolate which was impressive. To avoid going through jcc where there is security and a line. You can go to the ordering window which is convenient.

Michaeli Bakery has been on my to-go list for a while and I decided to pop on over when I saw that…read morethey had an UWS location! I got a cherry pistachio croissant to go. Cherry pistachio croissant: 10/10 (a really solid croissant-- not too sweet, but still has the sweetness from the cherry. Can't say this is my fav croissant place though, because I do prefer the croissants in L'Appartment a tad more.) Location is kinda weird-- it's located in the first floor of a community center so it was a hassle to get into the bakery... you have to check your id/bags etc. and the staff wasn't the friendliest. Service was fast but eh. Maybe I'll check out the other location next time.

I tried the chocolate pie crust cookies and the apple pie crust cookies!! I surprisingly really…read moreenjoyed the chocolate one more than I expected to! (I'm usually not a chocolate fan.) Definitely worth the hype and the trip. Service was very helpful and gave me their suggestions/favorites. Loved the little inclusive staff wall and their decor inside also. I've seen their cookies on my Instagram for years and so glad I finally found the time to come and visit! :)

The pie cookie is such a unique experience! I love pie crust, and I can get down for a cookie, so I…read morewas happy to pop inside to try one. You think you know what it's going to be like, and then it still manages to surprise you. Only a smidge too sweet, and that's pretty much the only negative to those pie cookies

Yummy gluten free and dairy free sweets. Wish they had savory items, but the baked goods are still…read morevery much worth the visit. No seating, just a storefront so plan on accordingly. Staff were efficient.

Cake was fine - a bit too sweet (yes, I know, it's cake) but I requested a different cake than what…read moreI was given. I would have taken it back but really. There were two cake options, I did not ask about the second cake. Very annoying. Kind of an expensive mistake. Next time I will go someplace else.

This is such a cute spot to grab a fresh bite to eat! The side salad is so affordable, less than $8…read moreand I added tuna for my protein. The tuna was SO fresh! I kept making little "mmm" sounds with every bite. They also have a free water station, which I love. The staff member who took my order was super nice and welcoming. I'll definitely be back here for lunch whenever I forget to bring my own. There are several locations throughout Manhattan, so definitely check them out!

The Ultimate NYC Breakfast Sandwich…read more My husband rarely eats sandwiches, but he noted that the breakfast sandwich here was easily one of the best things he had during our entire trip to New York. There are several locations across the city, but a local friend recommended this for their food and proximity to the American Museum of History. Because it is incredibly popular, the cafe was very crowded, and the counter-service line stretched straight down the middle of the shop. It was quite difficult to find an indoor table that could accommodate our party of four, so we grabbed some of the outdoor seating instead. While the venue was bustling and the service was understandably a little on the slower side due to the heavy crowd, we still had a wonderful experience and highly recommend stopping by.

I love the baked goods at Orwashers, from the olive and zaatar breadsticks to the Sunday Surprise…read morecookie. Everything is always fresh and delicious. Highly recommend!

O. M. G. I was looking for a good black and white cookie for my son as his thing in NYC. This was…read moreit!!! The cookie was large, perfectly iced, and very cakey. We also got a chocolate chip cookie and it might have been the best of my life. The bag claims since 1916 and I can see why it would be around for over 100 years! We ordered it to our hotel on Uber Eats, but now I must go actually visit. This was magical.

Visiting friends in the city. Best chocolate cake ever!…read more We ordered the whole cake Thank you, i will be back!

Billy's!! Have been wanting to try this local cupcake/cake shop in the uws ever since i've moved to…read morethe area and today was the day! I was super excited to especially since I noticed that so many ppl had orders today and were walking around the city with the Billy Bakery's logo! Upon entering I noticed that had a variety of different cupcakes and was welcomed by their staff. I asked for her favorite and she recommended the lily buttercream cupcake! It traveled well in their signature cupcake box and i tried it out at home. Unfortunately I was left a bit disappointed and felt like the cupcake was way too oily/dense and not airy/fluffy like I love. Love the store, but their recipe is not hitting the mark when it comes to that specific cupcake. I can't speak for the rest!

I have been wanting to check out Magnolia Bakery for some time now and it did not disappoint!…read moreAlthough it was not the Banana Pudding that is raved about they had different sweets. I decided to try the Pumpkin Spice cake with Biscoff and it was delicious! The staff was knowledgeable about their products when asking for their preference. I was in the area for a Social Paws event and thought why not try it out on this rainy Sunday. The inside was well organized and very clean. I would recommend it! I also had the Biscoff latte but drank it pretty quickly as it was a little chilly today. I will definitely be back!

their desserts are often way too sweet for me but always consistent in flavour and quality!…read more i like the key lime cheesecake the most out of all 3 items as the bitterness and acidity of the lime flavour and the whipped cream balances out the sweetness of the cheesecake!