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!!

This place is extremely tasty. Quite expensive. $16 for two pastries. Wish I lived in France. It…read morewould cost six dollars. Oh well. The toasted ham and cheese croissant was my favorite for sure. Extremely buttery. Warm. Great ingredients The pistachio almond I kept waiting for the paste inside. Extremely sweet and it was so tasty. It was OK.

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.

This place this make you dream about cookies until you go back OMFG…read moreThe service was quick and very friendly. The vibes were cute and lovely. This is a MUST STOP when in NYC.

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

I usually go to the UES location but I happened to be in the UWS area a few months ago and wanted…read moreto stop at By the Bakery to buy some baked goods for my friends since I love this bakery and want everyone to know how wonderful it is! I got two bags of their almond cookies and four of their cupcakes: two black and white cupcakes (chocolate cupcake with white frosting) and two of the "M" cupcakes (vanilla cupcake with chocolate frosting). This was my second time having their almond cookies and it was still delicious and not too sweet! I also had their "M" cupcake before so this time, I tried their black and white cupcake. It was okay, a tad bit bitter for me and reminded me of an oreo, I wouldn't get it again but that's just my preference. My friends who have tried their black and white cupcakes loved it though. Their "M" cupcake still remains the superior cupcake flavor and just overall my number one item from this bakery! Both locations seem to be consistent in their products, however, two things I noticed different in terms of this location was that I couldn't just enter the bakery, you need to wait for the employee to ring you in. And they also packaged the almond cookie bags kind of fancy, they wrapped it with a ribbon and attached their logo on the bag. I thought it was a cute touch :)

The gf and dairy free options are great but staff need more training. I told the person at counter…read moreof my wheat and dairy allergies. I asked for gf lox bagel w/ vegan cream cheese. I was a bit confused as to why gluten free and dairy free baked goods were so near each other on the display. I asked for a donut that was not dairy free and was not able to exchange it when I realized it had dairy. Not a big deal however better signs would help out. Also it's great that staff is polite but a smile wouldn't hurt.

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.

Orwashers UWS is always a stop when I'm in the city. My kids and their friends can't get enough of…read morethe Black + Whites, Chocolate Chip Cookies and Rugelach (Apple Honey Cake is my go-to!), but my favorites are 100% the Green Goddess sandwich - so fresh and healthy, on that amazing multi-grain bread - and the West Coast Breakfast is divine too (avo + arugula, what could be better on a toasted bagel w cc?) especially as the summer heats up. Beyond the food, the store team is always on it and does a good job moving the line, and I appreciate they seem to give off good vibes all around.

Orwasher's on the Upper West Side is a true bakery standout -- especially if you're a bagel lover…read more Their gluten-free bagels are a revelation: noticeably higher in quality than most gluten-free options out there. They've got that perfect chew and depth of flavor you usually only find in traditional bagels, making them worth seeking out even if gluten-free isn't a must for you. The atmosphere is charming and classic, and the staff are friendly and helpful, adding to the overall feel of a neighborhood favorite. The wait after ordering was quite long - approximately 15-20 minutes. That said, if you're stopping in for lunch sandwiches, just a heads-up -- the serving sizes are on the smaller side. They're beautifully crafted and delicious, but if you're especially hungry or looking for a hearty midday meal, you might find yourself wanting just a bit more. Overall, Orwasher's delivers exceptional quality -- especially with their gluten-free bagels -- and the cozy, welcoming vibe keeps you coming back.

If you enjoy baked goods that taste like they were made from a box in a random home kitchen, AND…read moreyou want to spend a lot of money on them, then Billy's Bakery is the perfect place for you. I found both the cookie sandwich and the cupcake to be very bland and generic. There was nothing special or that tasty about either item, especially considering the price. The interior is almost cute with its homey decor, but the space is very dimly lit, which looking back, felt like a preview of what the desserts were going to taste like. The buttercream on the cupcake was nice, but the cake itself, along with the cookie, tasted artificial and very similar to boxed mix. I truly do not recommend this bakery and cannot understand how it stays in business.

Seasonal peppermint cupcake was yummy. Cupcake was moist and the frosting wasn't too sweet…read more Ambiance inside is ok.