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    4.2 (26 reviews)
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    Puddings!
    Lina K.

    Stopped in and was very impressed by the selection of baked goods, both savory and sweet. I got a tahini roll, which was HUGE, and very good ... sweetened tahini in flaky pastry. I also got the Dubai chocolate bar, which was very tasty and pretty to look at. I plan on trying the puddings next. There is a lot behind the store which is a little tricky to access if you are not from the area. But it is patrolled outdoor hallway and Vanilla's. entrance is on the right. I don't know if there is a security officer there 24/7 but I believe that the cafe is open 24/7.

    Stephanie P.

    I stopped by the Vanilla Bakery & Cafe for an afternoon pick me up! The staff is very friendly and the service was quick. The atmosphere is spacious and modern with plenty of seating to relax. There are savory and sweet options, cakes for any occasion, and fresh loaves of bread. I ordered some pastries to go and really enjoyed them. They went perfectly with my coffee. Some of my selections included almond, chocolate chip, apple, and pistachio cookies. By far, my favorite was the pistachio. I'll visit again for a sit down. Definitely a hidden gem on Anderson Ave!

    Lavender matcha
    Jenna D.

    The pastries were very well made and tasty. I also had the iced lavender matcha, which was nice and smooth with a good hint of lavender. It was not too overpowering, so you could still taste the matcha. The service was good, and the people were friendly and helpful when asked about the pastries. The place was also quite clean even though it was busy, which is lovely.

    Dubai Cake
    Gina F.

    We have been coming here since it opened. Great place for breakfast but also for dessert or tea. Today I brought my friend for her birthday and they went above and beyond. The staff is cordial and kind. Definitely a great addition to the neighborhood!

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    The food is to die for! And the baristas are friendly and are clearly skilled! They make wonderful cappuccino art. When you go you have to get some baklava, I have never had something so delicious! Vanilla is owned by kind Turks and deserves more than 5 stars

    Delicious cappuccino
    Yanina L.

    Nice new spot in town , serving Turkish Mediterranean specialties, sweets , coffee and more. Good service and nice ambiance.

    Interior design
    Said E.

    I'm already sad for the day this spot will become more popular and crowded. Amazing interior design and seating, delicious food, so many nice options and great and quick service. And clean bathroom. I'll be back.

    Marlene ..

    The food is amazing and truly different from other restaurants in the area. The customer service is exceptional and the ambiance is very chill. Great place to have a date or to take your family to. Definitely coming back.

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    The atmosphere was pretty nice. I tried the Tiramisu . It was okay but small and a bit expensive.

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    Daily Provisions - Upper West Side - Inside of Cinnamon Cruller ($4.95) - pretty good. Moist and eggy inside. Not too sweet.

    Daily Provisions - Upper West Side

    4.0(279 reviews)
    3.3 miUpper West Side
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    Typical cafe food, coffee, and pastries imo. Got the tuna melt and it wasn't very fishy which i'd…read moreimagine people would appreciate and the crueller was tasty but oddly mashy in the center? I'd imagine this is exactly how some people would like their donuts as well. ANYWAY THE REAL HIGHLIGHT IS the staff!! they are AMAZING!!! They're so kind, cheery, and efficient despite the Sunday morning rush. GIVE THEM A RAISE!!!

    I recently realized that there are so many Daily Provisions located around the city. Who would've…read morethought?! I honestly didn't know until recently. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. It's definitely a convenient spot no matter the time of day. The menu has a little bit of everything such as pastries, coffee, tea, sandwiches, salads, soups and even gluten free options. They also serve beer and wine, which I wasn't expecting. This location has both indoor and outdoor seating, which is nice. The setup is mostly DIY since you throw away your own garbage and etc. But they do bring your food and drinks out to you. They also have a restroom for customers and a self serve tap water station with glasses, which I appreciated. I ordered the chicken salad sandwich. It was alright, but I do think it could've used a little more flavor or seasoning.

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    Magnolia Bakery

    3.5(1.4k reviews)
    3.7 miUpper West Side
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    Okay I was cracking up about my experience here because I literally asked the dumbest question to…read morethe guy working but he was so nice and explained the answer to me until I understood! So fun fact they are now advertising Banana Pudding Hot Chocolate and it is NOT actual hot chocolate but banana pudding made to taste like hot chocolate. Why I got so confused? I don't know! Maybe I have been watching too many videos about Tyra Banks Hot Ice Cream. Either way I appreciate the guys patience and kindness when explaining it to me twice especially because I did not end up ordering that at all (though it sounds interesting) but I did get the regular actual hot chocolate and it was amazing! It tasted like melted marshmallows were in it! Perfect for a cold winter day. In addition we got to the humming bird cake, a cupcake, and the regular banana pudding. My husband had never been here before so you know we had to get the banana pudding, it's their claim to fame. And it is decent. Growing up in North Carolina banana pudding is taken very seriously and is literally at every gathering. Would this be a contender for the cookout? Sure! I have no complaints about. The other baked items were delicious as well. The store is cute unfortunately this location has no indoor seating but plenty of outdoor. It was like negative degrees when we went so we definitely did not sit outside. All and all it's a cute bakery/ sweets shop. There are many locations through out the city. I've been to others and it is consistent. It's definitely not a bad dessert spot to try.

    Let me start with the positives, because there were some. Daniel was excellent--polite, attentive,…read moreand gave solid customer service. Credit where it's due. Now for the madness. Another employee, Kirk--an older gentleman who looked completely out of place--approached and coughed directly over the slice of cake that had just been cut for me. Yes. Over it. At that moment, I honestly wondered if it was intentional. A young woman nearby immediately caught my reaction and went to the back to replace the slice. She handled the situation professionally and deserves recognition. Unfortunately, the chaos continued. Kirk later made me a hot cocoa, and when I went to drink it, it spilled on me because the lid wasn't secured properly. At that point, I stopped believing in coincidences. And the cake? The German chocolate cake was terrible--dry AF and nothing like the Grand Central location. Not even remotely close. Between the coughing, the spill, and the subpar cake, this visit was uncomfortable, messy, and disappointing. Magnolia should seriously reconsider who they put on the floor and retrain accordingly--because this location is not living up to the brand. But honestly, I believe the 2 guys had to be the owners. I love a good watch but rolex's while serving Desserts is WILD

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