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    Michaeli Bakery

    4.7 (207 reviews)
    ModerateBakeries, Desserts
    Closed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Nancy A.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Just passed this bakery on my way to my daughter's daycare and it looked very cute and cozy![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Also I needed to charge my laptop and luckily the wall got outlets for us to use.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I saw their best sellers list and immediately got a pistachio cherry croissant and an iced HawaiJ latte! The pistachio cherry croissant was so good! I could taste the pistachio and cherry melting in my mouth! It was so good! The HawaiJ latte had a nice sweet taste to it that's very addicting and keeps on making you crave more of the coffee every time you take a sip.

    I have a croissant problem
    Jane K.

    Michaeli is one of my top 3 for croissants in the city. It's soft, flakey, buttery and the interior is perfectly tender. The service is usually fast and friendly. Great spot if you'r[[HIGHLIGHT]]e downtown![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Galil
    Peggy C.

    I could potentially really like this place, based on the galil pastry, which was lovely-- sweet and savory with nice lamination. The two pieces of rugelach I tried were decent, but a little too sweet, and the brewed coffee was not good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small shop with quaint seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was friendly, but maybe a little too engaged in their personal conversation and got the coffee order wrong. Seems like a popular shop along regulars, but my experience was just fine.

    Potato Burekas
    Bloss C.

    I may be obsessed with the potato burka at Michaeli Bakery. Overall i really love all of there savory baked goods, and the sweet ones are also good, not overly sweet and interesting flavors. But the potato burka is the best thing here hands down.

    Hazelnut Sufganiya Pistachio Sufganiya Strawberry Sufganiya
    Ryan C.

    My favorite babka in the city! It's so good and would definitely recommend! I've liked everything I've tried but my other favorite is probably the spicy cheese straw. I just tried the strawberry sufganiyot for the first time and it was also really good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There is a little bit of counter seating inside but it's a small space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Rocher cookie
    Austin S.

    New york is loaded with bakeries, and plenty of viral ones at that. But, make it a point to find the holes in the wall. Michaeli bakery is one of those hidden gems. A nook, but it has plenty of flavor. I was on the hunt for a solid cookie and michaeli delivered. They had 2 options available, a double chocolate or the rocher cookie. I went rocher. This thing was a hockey puck--in the most endearing way possible. Thick, gooey, and stuffed with a whole ferrel rocher chocolate. I got in with no line and the worker in there was super nice... why do people say that New Yorkers are mean? I mean, the folks I encountered, Michaeli included, all love to chat and shoot with you so long as you are genuine and things aren't bustling. In any case, the rocher cookie was intoxicating. Soft, rich, and insanely creamy from the melted ferrel rocher ball inside. All in all, a superb cookie. And yes, it does beat some of the viral cookies the city has to offer. It did appear they had a pretty limited menu. Of course with only 2 cookie options and it appeared there was not a huge selection of pastries as well. Still, loved the cookie. A fantastic treat. This is going to be a dense, hearty cookie. 1 is plenty to satiate any sweet cravings you may be having

    Jina P.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]The bakery is pretty small but they have very limited seated inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I personally got the pistachio cherry croissant and it was absolutely delicious - possibly my favorite croissant in the city. It wasn't too sweet and the cherry jam wasn't overpowering, and there was just the right amount. The only problem is that it cost $6.90 which is quite pricy in my opinion but otherwise, so so good.

    I love the Cinnamon Rolls 08/26/23
    Marianne W.

    Michaeli Bakery is one of my very favorites. When we heard they were opening a location near me uptown we were excited. I can't remember how long ago it was that I was in this neighborhood on Division Street. I can't recommend their baked goods to much these days. The customer service is always friendly and timely. The baked goods are fresh baked daily. The taste is absolutely amazing. If you don't see the item you want just ask. They keep the pastries coming out all day. I'm posting photos of some of their regular pastries. My favorite is the Spinach Feta Boureka. I really enjoyed the Cinnamon Roll too. Go inside and tie on your feed bag!

    Almond Croissant
    Emizz Z.

    Delicious bakery with vegan and kosher options. Skip the coffee, they used Irving beans but the cappuccino was not fragrant and seemed milked down

    Chocolate Babka
    Gab G.

    Famously, the guy behind Michaeli used to work at Breads, and he's brought over his genius babka to his solo bakery. I've visited the UES location, but this was my first time at the LES original. I grabbed a piece of chocolate rugelach, which was wonderful, and a loaf of the chocolate babka, which may just be my new favorite babka in NYC. I need to try the croissants next time - I had an almond one at their UES location that was otherworldly.

    Cinnamon Roll - our favorite
    Kien T.

    [[HIGHLIGHT]]Such a cute place and the smell of the pastry was just so buttery.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Staff were very nice.

    Savory options
    Alex R.

    Wonderful tucked away bakery gem! Came across this place on Yelp when searching for spots on LES. Popped in on my last morning in town for some quick treats. Small shop more suited to grab and go but it does offer some breakfast bar seating. We opted for a banana chocolate croissant, halva croissant, and feta pastry. All three were delicious! The banana chocolate one was not overly chocolatey which I appreciate. The croissant textures were also on point with a nice crispy outside layer. Service was very friendly! Coffee-wise, just know that the coffees are small and weren't very strong. Would definitely come back when I am in town again!

    Pastries
    Yarn Y.

    We were in LES and decided to give this cute little bakery a visit . I tried the pistachio cherry croissant which was pretty good (4/5) and my wife took the spinach-feta borekas which was really good (better than the one breads sell, as a point of comparison ) and a rogale, which was ok+ (good dough , they could use out a little more chocolate filling ) We also got brew coffee which was nice and a hot chocolate on almond milk which was pretty bad We will be back to try out some other pastries (eg halva croissant )

    Delicious cheese bureka - soft, flakey and cheesey

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    My new favorite bakery! Everything is always fresh and tastes superb. I'm so happy I can find Pizza Burekas in NYC!

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    Stopped in the other day for a chocolate babka - wow! Amazing! Bought two, one for me and one for a friend. The friend never got theirs...

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    Yum yum yum!!!! I've never had pastries like these before. My favorite is the chocolate babka and challah. Next I'll try the vegan donut.

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    Veniero's

    Veniero's

    4.1
    (2.6k reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    Their pastries are delicious!!!! The service could be better on different days haha. I love…read moreeverything they have. You cannot go wrong with anything at all. Everything is so fresh and just so amazing. I wish they delivered out of state so i could still enjoy their desserts.

    This used to be my favorite Italian bakery. I haven't been to this bakery in years like ten years…read moresince I was a teenager. Today I decided to make a special trip to go here to grab a few goodies. I forgot how small the place was and how low the ceilings were. That wasn't an issue though. The place was nice and cakes were stacked neatly. What was surprising to me is that they don't have any cookies laid in the front display. It's all placed in the back almost hidden. I was deeply disappointed with their cookie selection. It was deeply surprising that they don't sell the butter cookies that had jam in the middle and dipped with chocolate on one side with sprinkles. I did ask the clerk and even showed him a pic of what I was looking for and he said they never sold them. They only had the linzer cookies and they didn't look so good. They also did not have the lobster tail. They did have the sfogliatelle which they also called a lobster tail. I thought they were not the same? Some bakeries sell both and they are definitely not the same. I did end up buying one of their sfogliatelle with cream and some rugelachs. The sfogliatelle was good but the rugelachs tasted slightly underbaked. It did taste fresh though unlike many I've had in other bakeries. However, for $28 per pound, I wouldn't get it again. For those not having lobster tail and not having the Italian cookies, I will have to give Veniero's a low rating. I never thought an Italian bakery would not carry staples. Very disappointed. I need to find another Italian bakery now.

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    Daily Provisions - Union Square

    Daily Provisions - Union Square

    4.3
    (676 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Stopped by Daily Provisions to order breakfast on a Wednesday morning. There's seating indoors…read more(with low back stools) and seating out front (about four tables). I had to run to work after an appointment so I ordered for takeout. The person taking my order was friendly. I opted for the Lumberjack and a black cold brew. I received the drink very quickly, with a short wait for the sandwich. While waiting, one member of the staff stocking up supplies on the side started chatting with me and then she offered to check up on my sandwich. She came out with it shortly thereafter. She was very friendly and helpful. The sandwich held up well during my 15-minute commute to the office. It is a really indulgent sandwich, with each bite revealing the sweetness and butteriness of the maple crueller, the saltiness of the thick cut bacon, and the savoriness of the cheese and the eggs as the yolks popped. I sipped the cold brew in between bites to cut the richness. It was a very satisfying meal. The Lumberjack is not something I would recommend you eat every day, but it's good as an occasional treat. In the past I've ordered lunch from Daily Provisions via delivery (the "Chefy" salad and the chicken milanese with arugula salad are my favorites), but I might start adding other breakfast sandwiches to the mix.

    Friday evening. Tuna melt and Chardonnay. Get crazy and throw a maple crueller (the donut?) in the…read moremix. This place was there for me when I didn't realize how much I needed them...Great, chill people were working there too--I hope I'm back soon

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    Levain Bakery

    Levain Bakery

    4.4
    (153 reviews)
    1.7 mi

    What a delightful surprise! After working late and attending an event after work, one of my…read morecoworkers suggested we stop here because they loved their cookies. I had never heard of the place before, but I was happy to give it a try -- and I'm so glad I did. From the moment you walk in, the experience feels special. The store has two beautiful double doors that create such a grand entrance, and once inside, you immediately feel the energy. The place was bustling with people, and everyone seemed happy and excited -- from the customers to the team behind the counter and the baristas. The cookie case was overflowing with so many amazing choices that it was hard to decide! I ended up getting the Rocky Road cookie, a Double Chocolate Chip cookie, a Two Chip Chocolate Chip cookie, and a blueberry muffin to enjoy for breakfast the next morning. The service was absolutely impeccable, and everyone I interacted with was warm, friendly, and delightful. When I got home, I had half of the Rocky Road cookie with a cup of tea, and it was incredible. The cookie was large and chunky but still perfectly enjoyable -- not heavy or overwhelming. It literally melted in my mouth. The chocolate was rich and smooth, and every bite was just delicious. The next morning, I tried the blueberry muffin, and it was just as impressive. It was light and airy, not overly sweet like many blueberry muffins can be. It truly felt like a breakfast pastry. The blueberries tasted fresh and burst with flavor in every bite. I will definitely be back for more cookies. This was such a wonderful find, and I'm so happy my coworker introduced me to this place!

    I ordered ahead of time since there was a bit of a line and the store was on the smaller side. Got…read moremy cookie right away when I came into pick it up. Guys... I will say that I didn't think I would like this cookie at all since usually I like thinner crunchier cookies. But holy cow!! I was blown away by the crispy edges and the interior wasn't too soft gooey either. The chocolate and walnuts added to the cookie enhanced the flavor even more! For such a big cookie the middle was cooked perfectly. Very chunky and sizable cookie too so I ate it throughout the day rather than one sitting!!

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