Teresa was a fabulous server...so polite and helpful! Food and coffee were fantastic! We will be…read moreback!

I absolutely love their cakes! I ordered my civil ceremony cake from Padoca and it was perfect from…read morestart to finish. What really stood out was how many ways I could personalize it--flavor, cake shape, size, color, and decorations. It truly felt custom without being overwhelming. The price was also just right, especially for the quality. Ordering was super simple: everything was done online, delivery was scheduled easily, and the whole experience was completely stress-free. Reliable, seamless, and delicious. I chose the chocolate cake with chocolate mousse filling, and it was a huge hit. I've also tried the brigadeiro flavor before, which is equally amazing. Everyone loved the cake so much that at least three friends have already ordered from Padoca as well. It's officially my go-to for special occasions, and I can't wait to try more of their products. Highly recommend!

Okay y'all, this is another late review, and I'm owning it. I'm trying to get all of these out…read morebefore the new year, and I promise I'm going to do better next year and post them when they actually happen. But better late than never. So I stopped by Crumbly sometime in the fall--definitely more October/November vibes because they had seasonal items--and I'm so glad I did. I grabbed an iced pistachio latte, a caramel pecan bar, and a pumpkin cheese danish, and honestly... everything was really good. Let's start with the danish because I am a danish girl. That pumpkin cheese danish was an unexpected favorite. It was soft, fresh, and just really well done. The pumpkin wasn't overpowering, the cheese balanced it perfectly, and it felt like the kind of fall treat you didn't know you needed until you took the first bite. Now the pistachio latte--I love pistachio, so I had high hopes. It did not disappoint. It's made with a pistachio cream, and the flavor was just right. Not too heavy, not too sweet, just smooth and delicious. I got it iced, and I would absolutely order it again. No hesitation. The caramel pecan bar was exactly what I needed in a sweet. Gooey, chewy, crunchy in all the right places. The caramel was perfectly cooked and sticky without being overwhelming, and the pecans added the right amount of texture. It hit that "just enough" sweet spot. I also really love the vibe inside Crumbly. It feels warm, cozy, and homey--very inviting. It's the kind of place you can just walk into, grab something comforting, and go about your day happier than you were before. The location is super convenient, and they offer a lot more than just grab-and-go treats--custom cakes, seasonal desserts, little pies, cake pops... all the good stuff. They also have a reward system, which I love. If I'm going to frequent a place and spend my money, I appreciate getting something back. That always matters to me. Honestly, Crumbly is a win. Seasonal treats, good coffee, cozy vibes, and thoughtful extras. Chef's kiss. Highly recommend--and I might actually be heading back there again very soon. it. I'm trying to get all of these out before the new year, and I promise I'm going to do better next year and post them when they actually happen. But better late than never. So I stopped by Crumbly sometime in the fall--definitely more October/November vibes because they had seasonal items--and I'm so glad I did. I grabbed an iced pistachio latte, a caramel pecan bar, and a pumpkin cheese danish, and honestly... everything was really good. Let's start with the danish because I am a danish girl. That pumpkin cheese danish was an unexpected favorite. It was soft, fresh, and just really well done. The pumpkin wasn't overpowering, the cheese balanced it perfectly, and it felt like the kind of fall treat you didn't know you needed until you took the first bite. Now the pistachio latte--I love pistachio, so I had high hopes. It did not disappoint. It's made with a pistachio cream, and the flavor was just right. Not too heavy, not too sweet, just smooth and delicious. I got it iced, and I would absolutely order it again. No hesitation. The caramel pecan bar was exactly what I needed in a sweet. Gooey, chewy, crunchy in all the right places. The caramel was perfectly cooked and sticky without being overwhelming, and the pecans added the right amount of texture. It hit that "just enough" sweet spot. I also really love the vibe inside Crumbly. It feels warm, cozy, and homey--very inviting. It's the kind of place you can just walk into, grab something comforting, and go about your day happier than you were before. The location is super convenient, and they offer a lot more than just grab-and-go treats--custom cakes, seasonal desserts, little pies, cake pops... all the good stuff. They also have a reward system, which I love. If I'm going to frequent a place and spend my money, I appreciate getting something back. That always matters to me. Honestly, Crumbly is a win. Seasonal treats, good coffee, cozy vibes, and thoughtful extras. Chef's kiss. Highly recommend--and I might actually be heading back there again very soon.

Loved this tiny family run bakery in UES. They have a good collection of pasteries. Their hot and…read morecold bevereges are great too. Very friendly staff. Freshly made stuff and very welcoming vibe!!

I was fortunate to try five different cookies from Mad Batter Brownies. Despite the name, they make…read morethe best freaking cookies ever. I live in New Orleans, and they shipped perfectly well. The melted a tiny bit, but that's what happens in 100+ degree weather. Flavors I tried: -wonderland (blue and purple chocolate chip cookie filled with Milky Way -mock turtle (dark chocolate cookie filled with caramel and covered in pecans) -tweedle dee & tweedle dum (peanut butter cookie filled with grape jelly) -the mad hatter (chocolate chip cookie stuffed with a fudge brownie, marshmallows, and salted pretzels) -the caterpillar (oatmeal cookie filled with chocolate chips and Nutella) First, these names are so fun and creative! I love that everything is related to Alice in Wonderland. Second, they are so. freaking. amazing. There is no excuse not to try the sweets here! If you don't live in NYC (like me) ORDER THEM. You won't regret it.

Messy box. The cookies were not wrapped in any type of plastic. If they are concern about the…read moreenvironment, might as well utilize eco-cello bags. Packages get tossed around. Crumbles were everywhere and since the cookies were not secured, it's harder to distinguish which is which if you're just gonna use your sense of smell(Good thing each box are labeled, but not great if you're gonna serve these on a tray). Peanut butter flavored cookies tend to pass their smell and taste to the ones that do not even have peanut butter... This is just too messy for me. The cookies did not look appetizing compared to what are shown online. The cookies seemed to be raw. I don't even consider these "half-baked". Also, they look like they were made by children. They look like play-dough. They are not neatly done at all compared to online images. Also, these are too small. I guess it's $5 because of the food coloring and the overall branding... but it's not worth the hype for me. Not sure if they rushed my order... The good thing about these is the fact that they are not overly sweet. They taste better compared to other cookies out there. They taste good even though a lot of the flavors taste the same (I got all flavors available). I liked the idea and the naming system. The cookies weren't bad, but the overall experience was pretty bad since the shipping fee is expensive compared to other cookie companies. It's a no for me. They really need to fix how they package these.

Got a last minute custom apple cider cake with cream cheese frosting. Turned out beautifully and…read morewas absolutely delicious. Actually got better each day after.

This place has the greatest chocolate chip cookie on the entire planet. I cannot overstate the…read morelevel of perfection. Texture is what you dream about - not necessarily crunchy on the outside but it's like the perfect combination between the crisp (NOT crispy, I mean crisp) / chewy bite that is the perfect amount of carmelization. Then the inside is that incredible, soft bite on top and throughout, with that slightly crisp bottom that melds right into the chewiness of the center of the cookie. Perfect balance of dough and chocolate. Finished with a beautiful sprinkle of sea salt on top that actually stays on the cookie and is present in every bite. I have no idea how this cookie hasn't gone viral yet - it is better than every chocolate chip cookie I have had in NYC. Perfect cookie.

Its hard to find a solid bakery nowadays in NYC. A lot of the really good ones have closed down,…read moreand it makes it really difficult to find a quality bakery without all the fluff. The 7 layer cake is a beautiful work of art and the taste marches. Its a vanilla cake with chocolate frosting topped with strawberry and chocolate mouse. Note to the wise, don't make the same mistake I did. Always look at your cake once it is placed in the box. The display cake looked good, then I did not get to inspect the cake before it was placed in the box. Once I arrived home, I saw that the top part of the cake had a dent in the mouse and strawberry covering which made it look messy. It was an embarrassment to present it as such so I improvised by using the mother's day signage to cover up the blip. When I called to speak with the location about it they dealt with it very professionally and were apologetic about the situation and offered a comp. It was such a relief to have customer service go right after experiencing that.

TLDR: Surprisingly good vanilla lobster tail…read more Schmoop and I came here to check out the lobster tails, which is an Italian pastry we both love. We had low expectations, realizing it was in the middle of Times Square, assuming it would be a tourist trap like most places in Times Square. We were pleasantly surprised! It had really good crispness and delicious filling, which was vanilla forward (used to normal custard). Didn't try anything else except the lobster tail. They have other flavors as well -- we will try the Nutella flavored lobster tail next! AMBIANCE: Super small place (expected) so it's take away only. Would come back if I'm in the area again, although I tend to avoid due to crowds.

We love Padoca Bakery! We've used them for my daughter's birthday cake the last two years because…read moreshe has an egg allergy and both times has been amazing! Not only does the cake still taste good but they look amazing! The service is also amazing. I usually create a customer order and communicate via email with Megan and she is just the best! She was so helpful in giving me some great options to decide from based on what my daughter likes and the amount of kids we were serving. I would recommend this bakery every time. Multiple people have asked where I got the cake from as well.

We love this quaint local spot and were excited to try it when our favorite neighborhood cake maker…read morewas overbooked. In the end, we left both impressed and a little bummed by the experience -- impressed by the reliable execution and beautiful presentation, but missing some of the warmth and guidance that make a custom cake feel truly bespoke. The cream cheese frosting was excellent, and seeing our daughter's face when she saw her chess cake was a highlight of the day. The orange olive oil cake itself was fine -- not dry, but not especially moist or memorable -- and the decorative buttercream was greasy enough that most of it went uneaten. The process was very self-service and entirely email-driven, and at this price point (~$170 after tax and delivery), some additional guidance on flavors, sizing, and design choices would have been appreciated. It's understandable that they choose not to maintain a phone line for custom cake orders, but that choice inevitably shapes the customer experience. Overall, this was a dependable and efficient option that delivered a lovely-looking cake, but the experience felt closer to a polished, high-volume cake operation than an artisan custom bakery experience. We'll definitely continue to stop by for coffee though -- and we still love the back patio.

The cutest little party favors for your guests! Everyone at the party complimented on the texture…read moreand flavors of the macarons! I ordered this twice, once for my daughter's first birthday and this time for her second birthday, they were consistent with taste and looks. Will be ordering again for our next celebration! The white chocolate and raspberry is my fave. oh, they also hand write these cute messages on the tags for your event. Super adorable!

Delicious and great service. Pays attention to details and able to customize flavors, colors, and…read moredecorations.

So happy to have so much to choose from that is all gluten free and dairy free. We bought an…read moreassortment just to try things out. Cream puff. Delicious. Other favorites were the cinnamon chocolate chip muffin and the almond cookies. It's a small space, so can feel overwhelming with all of the choices. They are happy to help you pick just the right thing for your occasion or let you ponder the choices in awe. A really enjoyable experience/treat for the sweet tooth. We will definitely come back when we are back in town.

December 2025: i saw that they were selling sufganiyots during this month and i never had one…read morebefore so i was intrigued. i only got two since i wasn't sure if i would like it or not and when i tried it, i knew i should have gotten more. if i were to compare it to something else, it would be similar to a jelly doughnut, EXCEPT SUFGANIYOTS ARE WAY BETTER! the sufganiyot was soft and not dry, it reminded me of a biscuit but soft and fluffy. and the inside had this, i believe a raspberry or strawberry jam that paired so well with the doughy exterior. it was also not too sweet, just how i like it!!!! this pastry was honestly one of the best things i've ever eaten, i'm not even exaggerating. IT WAS THAT GOOD. LIKE WHAT KIND OF SORCERY IS THIS?!?! UGH I WAS SO MAD because by the time i ate my sufganiyot, i was already at work, and i wasn't gonna be in the area until the new year, so i literally called the bakery a few days later asking them if they were still selling them after new years and they said the item will only be selling in december. NOOOOOOOOOOO, I HAVE TO WAIT UNTIL THE END OF 2026 TO EAT THEM AGAIN??? lol, it's fine. i can wait. but yeah, when the holidays come around, go to By the Way Bakery, and don't sleep on these!!! February 2026: recently, i helped throw a going away party for a coworker at my job and i suggested that we get a cake from By the Way Bakery even though i never had any of their cakes before. but i've had a bunch of their other items so, i was certain that their cakes would be a hit too. so my coworker got their classic chocolate cake and honestly, i thought it way too sweet. like it definitely tasted good, don't get me wrong. but personally for me, it was quite rich and i had to drink water in between bites because of how chocolatey it was. everyone at my job enjoyed it though so i'm happy they were pleased with my recommendation.