Stopped by Minuto Bauli in Union Square and accidentally lived my best Italian life for 20 minutes. Ordered their fresh-filled pistachio cream donut--made with a 100-year-old sourdough starter. They literally fill it while you stand there like a kid watching magic happen. First bite? I saw the light. Possibly angels. Definitely pistachio. Washed it down with a cup of imported Lavazza coffee, because when in an Italian pastry shop you don't order "regular coffee"... you order something that makes you feel like you should be arguing about soccer. Then I grabbed a slice of their spicy salami pizza--mozzarella, tomato sauce, and enough kick to remind me I'm still in New York. Solid slice. No regrets. The ambiance is great it makes you feel like your in i'm willie wonker coffee shop. This spot just opened its first U.S. shop and the concept is dangerous: one pastry, infinite fillings. Translation: I came for a donut and left planning tomorrow's return trip. Union Square just got sweeter... and my willpower just got weaker. read more

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Stopped on my walk in the area- Buns look sooo yummy so stopped and had to get one. You get option to add two icings to one bun so i got pistachio and berry jam-OMG it was divine!!! What a treat!! Loved it and totally recommend for when you are having a sweet tooth crave!!! read more

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Authentic Italian bakery. Pastry was fluffy and everything isn't too sweet. Service was nice but it can take a while to order since they don't have many people working there. If you go at night they might be sold out of the Minuto bauli read more

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Passed by this place on my way to dinner and was immediately drawn to the brightly lit and cute storefront. I was intrigued with the customizable bun concept. You pick a bun and choose one filling and one topping. I got the hazelnut spread and red fruit crumble. Overall, the dessert was delicious and the experience was fun but probably not something I would crave often. read more

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Cuisine: 7 Service: 7 Decor: 9 Value: 7 Overall: 7 Walking by this relatively new sweets shop, we were lured in by the cute Vespa by the door and the unique looking dessert that this store offers. Once we entered, there was a wonderful aroma in the air and we went from lurkers to customers. The decor is very cute, with pastel colors like lavender and Tiffany blue adorning the back seating area, while a glass window reveals the heavy duty oven along with pans of their treats. Speaking with the owner, they use a 100+ years recipe passed down through the family to achieve this brioche-like bread that he called a form of panettone. I am not familiar with Bauli, but they apparently are a major Italian provider of the traditional holiday classic. Now, they are giving their product a facelift to attract a younger generation. Essentially, it is bread stuffed with delicious options of spreads, such as pistachio and dark chocolate, which we chose. Then topped with things like chopped pistachios to give it even more character. Though a bit sweet, it was still quite enjoyable. This is an interesting concept that I have not seen anywhere else before. The space was quite large and I worry if they can handle the rent just selling a single item. Would this idea possibly work better if they had a smaller shop without such high overhead? Only time will tell, but I wish them the best. read more

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Minuto Bauli 866 Broadway New York, NY 10003 Pastry Cream Hazelnut Located just footsteps away from Union Square Park is an Italian pastry shop. The dough is made in Italy and freshly baked in Manhattan; it is then filled with a specialty cream and topping of your choice. Let's take a minute and explore a couple of these minutos. Pastry Cream: This delicious pastry is filled with Bavarian cream and topped with crushed nuts. It was soft, doughy and very pleasing. Hazelnut: This time I decided to vary the dessert by exploring a Nutella filling along with crushed toffee and a sprinkle of powdered sugar. The appearance of this bread was kind of lopsided, but it still tasted excellent. This bakery has a stylish atmosphere with comfortable seating. It definitely gives off a lounge style vibe There is also a small gift shop where you can purchase merchandise ranging from canvas bags to jars of cream filling. When you are next in Union Square, take a "minuto" out of your day for a dessert that is definitely worth the pay. #minutobauli #italianpastry #pastrycream #hazelnutcoffee #MINUTO #UnionSquareNYC #italiandessert #itsliandessert #unionsquarepark read more

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Cute presentable dessert/bakery but very pricey for what it is! I ordered the small bun with pistachio filling and it cost around $8. It was delicious and quite messy. Good to try or for a sweet treat but I feel like the pricing is unreasonable. Service was ok but underwhelming when the staff made my order. The space seems bright and clean and has some other options including other sugary drinks. Open decently late. Accepts cash, card and Applepay. read more

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We stumbled across Minuto Bauli during our walk visiting New York. The shop was super cute and there are several Instagram shots to be taken. We tried one of the sandwiches and it was very tasty! The bread flavor was good and the filling was unique! This is a great spot to check out! The service was stellar! read more

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Must try: Brioche Buns Pastries! Why: I randomly stumble upon this cute Italian pastry shop while looking for coffee - so glad I did! They opened 3ish months ago and it's their first US location. I got the 4 Minuto To Go box: Hazelnut, Dark Chocolate, Pistachio, and Tiramisu (special). Honestly, they were all delicious! The Hazelnut, Dark Chocolate, and Pistachio were spreads so thicker, creamy, and rich in flavor. The Tiramisu was more of a whipped cream so light and fluffy. That bun surprised me - It reminded me of a soft Hawaiian Sweet Rolls! I took the box to work to share with colleagues and we were in sweet heaven! Note: The store is new so everything is clean and spotless. Fun decor and even a shop in back. They even sell some spreads too, which I may just go back and get pistachio and hazelnut. Looks like there's space in back to host small group events. The workers were welcoming, friendly, and helpful. They walked me through the flavors and gave great recommendations. Overall spontaneous gem, wonderful experience, and delicious pastries! Definitely coming back for more and I would get these for gifts, birthdays, events! read more

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3.5 Learned about Minuto Bauli from social media so wanted to try. Liked that we can customize donuts. Located by Union Square which we frequent; very accessible by public transportation. The place is a beautifully decorated cafe- with pinks and purples in the decor, a lot of seating (tables towards the back and counter seating), merchandise section. By the entrance is the donut station so a group of people actually came in and commented on the sweet aroma from outside. There are 2 sizes for donuts. We got the regular brioche (smaller size) -$5.75 with 1 filling and 2 topping (they have lists of options). We opted for double filling so $6.25 each. For the 2 we ordered, we tasted pistachio spread (sticky consistency), pastry cream and chocolate cream, pistachios (could use more) and cocoa and caramel crumble toppings. Sweet as a whole so need to share with someone. Check out their menu for adding ice cream, beverages etc. Service is great. They accommodated our requests and very friendly. Restroom available. read more

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This place is SO CUTE. My friend and I were in the neighborhood, hankering for a sweet bite and were drawn in by the pops of purple and neon lights. I'd recognized this shop from social media and was excited to have a chance to try. The counter at the front boasts the different flavors of these Italian bread like pastries, generously filled with the different flavored creams and adorned with a variety of toppings. There is also a selection of what looks like ice cream coffees here as well as some merch, and jars of their filling to take home as spreads. L We decided to split a small minuto with pistachio filling and pistachios on top. It was pumped full and ready immediately. We ate it at one of the little booth + chair tables and noted how rich yet light it felt. My friend thought the cream was a little too sweet but for me it was just right. I'd definitely recommend this shop to anyone in the area looking for a unique sweet treat! read more

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These Italian donuts are real deal. The donuts are so unique and perfectly baked. You select your cream and toppings. They also serve espresso drinks and the cafe is very whimsical. It's worth a visit if you find yourself near union square. read more

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Adorable pastry shop with a super friendly staff. Bright store and decor. Walking in just puts you in a good mood. Their minuto bauli is a customizable treat: soft brioche-like bread with your choice of fillings and toppings. I went with hazelnut and pastry cream topped with white chocolate pearls. The concept is fun, but the flavors missed the mark for me--the hazelnut filling was thick and pasty, and the cream was a bit thin. Not quite my taste, but if you've got a serious sweet tooth, it's worth a try. read more

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Got the February flavor Winter white !! The bun was super delicious but to me the filling was too sweet!! Wanted to try the tiramisu flavor if is back read more

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Minuto Bauli, an Italian Bakery from Verona, has recently opened in Union Square! This pastry shop is known for their cream-filled creations, using a special yeast that makes their buns super fluffy and light. Fillings include: Hazelnut Spread, Pastry Cream, Pistachio Spread, Dark Chocolate Spread, Apricot Jam, and Mixed Berry Jam. Toppings include: Chopped Hazelnuts, Chopped Pistachios, Caramel Crumble, Red Fruit Crumble, White Chocolate Chips, Rainbow Chocolate Gems, Catalan Crunch Grains, and Crumbole Cocoa. We went for the Hazelnut Spread, the Pistachoi Spread, the Apricot Jam, and the Mixed Berry fillings with the Chopped Hazelnuts, Caramel Crumble, the Rainbow Chocolate Gems, and the Crumbole Cocoa. Staff were super friendly and were able to make some recommendations; there were seating available, and the decor is colorful and fun, with the neon lights and framed pictures. A great spot to stop by for a treat or a little get-together. +cream-filled pastries +friendly service & staff read more

Have been dying for this to open and it finally is! The inside is very spacious and bright. I tried the Nutella cream and caramel topping. They make it right in front of you add you order real time. It was unique and an interesting sweet treat. I am not a massive donut person but if you are then this is probably the spot for you. They should do very well in Union Square. read more

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Yesterday was opening day, I stopped by to check them out. First off the inviting bakery scent is so inviting, it wafts through the door reeling you in. Decor is beautiful, I forsee this being being all over Instagram . Now the pastry - it's pretty amazing. The dough is lighter than a doughnut and definitely top quality ingredients were used. I could eat that part by itself and still be satisfied. It's shaped a bit like a mini loaf cake . Any.. there are various filling /creams,jams to choose from ( hazelnut, chocolate, etc ) and then toppings- crushed nuts,flavored crunchies ,the works. You customize to your pleasure. Then sprinkle powdered sugar or whipped cream if you like. It's quite delicious and satisfying. They have these specialty coffees too. I didn't try one but it looks like cofee at the bottom with piped cream /mousse on top. I was going to lunch afterwards and the drink looked to be more in the dessert category. I will return to figure out exactly what it is. I saw jars with the pastry fillings for purchase. The baking area is visible and you can look in at the delicious nuggets being baked. These pastries would make a wonderful gift for any occasion. *lots of seating towards the back of store and a gender neutral bathroom as well . Store is spacious. read more

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The place is beautiful and the service was good. The bread pastry was dry, it was not warm and did not have any flavor or sweetness. It just tasted like ice cream on top of unsweetened bread. I went late in the evening so it's possible the bread had been sitting for awhile. The place is very cute though. read more

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A few weeks ago I stopped in to see Minuto Bauli. It is on Broadway opposite Venchi. The interior is large, bright with a modern motif. I saw two sizes of the sweet buns. I chose a small with hazelnut cream drizzled with a hazelnut topping. Powdered sugar was sprinkled on top. This cost $6+change. In five small bites it was finished. It reminded me of a Maritozzo con panna and a brioche with cream. I then asked if I could buy a bun without the fillings but I couldn't. Everyone working here was smiling and pleasant. The next time I come here I plan to change up the filling and topping. Ideally I would like to sit on the Vespa which is in the front and speed off magically with my treat imagining I am in Verona where Minuto Bauli was born. read more

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DECADENCE !!! Just ridiculously tasty . The buns just at the right fluffiness And the flavors incredible. Excellent desert option or just on the run Sweet treat. Highly recommended!!!! Definitely a destination!!!! read more

This is a snack brand I learned about many years ago from my colleagues (from Italy) when I worked at two different Italian luxury brands' satellite offices in Manhattan. I was expecting a lot from my visit to this particular store being the first location in a very foodie inclined city such as NYC. The place is spacious, bright and aesthetically pleasing. Great for photos. So if you don't order your drink to go, don't stand around to wait for it, the cashier will tell you to sit down and that someone will bring your order to you. The drinks were kind of disappointing and didn't bring through the Italian (strong coffee taste and smell) identity that any coffee drinker knows and expect. I'm not a coffee snob but I have drank enough strong single origin coffees with many of my coffee snob friends to know what's a bad, passable/decent or really good cup of coffee. This place would not be it. The caramel latte was too sweet, even though I'm someone who has a really bad sweet tooth. The Moccaccino was better. Maybe this is what an Italian chain store coffee quality tastes like? Now I'm curious about the drinks at their locations in Italy. Lastly, their bathroom is unisex requires a code to enter but there is no latch/lock on the inside to prevent anyone from walking in on you. Hope the shop will fix that soon. In the meantime, have someone guard the door if you have to go to the restroom. Otherwise be wary when using the restroom. read more

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This is a secret treasure in NYC. My kiddos and I are so happy that it hasn't gone viral yet. This is an Italian pastry shop that sells minutos, little muffins that are slit down the middle and filled with ice cream or other fillings. It is a little taste of heaven. read more

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I stopped by after work on my way home and it's definitely a cute interior! The staff were really friendly and I tried the pistachio spread filled minuto which was a good mix of airiness from the dough and a rich density from the spread. It wasn't overwhelmingly sweet which was appreciated! read more

This is a very cute pastry shop! I like the "make your own" options, and it was tasty. Even the small is a good size. I also really liked how you could see the ovens where they are cooking the pastries fresh. read more

A Must !!!! Staff very sweet and kind. We order the dessert with Pastry Cream & Pistachio Spread. Very calm here to sit and talk read more

Minuto Bauli - A MUST !! We got the dessert with Pastry Cream & Pistachio Spread very delicious. Will definitely be back Very lovely people here - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

The minutos are delicious! Got a cannoli one and a pastry cream. The guy behind the counter filled it, it was like a show!

i never had a dessert like this before its interesting. good and bad. the bread is nice and fluffy and i got nutella inside. but its too much spread! very sweet and spills out alot. its a bit messy. its just not my kind of dessert. the service was great and i love the decor. read more