On our tour of LES bakeshops, we had to include this little spot…read more Service was friendly - it seemed like maybe the person helping us was the owner/baker. She knew what she was talking about! We chose 4 to share - the German, oreo, sunshine, and lemon. For me, the German and lemon were the standouts, but we all sampled them all. Great cupcakes! Definitely would stop there for future cupcake needs in the area.

Pour some sugar sweet sunshine on me!…read more Rain or shine they've got a sweet treat ready to satisfy your sweet tooth, and their banana puddings, (and really all their puddings) are a delight. They give you a full cup of any pudding option for $7.50 size small ($9.75 for large and $45 for a party size). I tried the vegan banana pudding and it was very good! Tasted on the sweet side which I expected, since to begin this dessert combines three sweet elements (ripe bananas, vanilla wafers and custard). You have to be in a pudding mood and when you are, theirs hits the spot every time! I ate half the same night and saved the other half in the fridge for breakfast the next morning*, it doesn't keep long so I wouldn't recommend consuming later than that if kept consistently chilled in the fridge. Aside from puddings and cupcakes, they have a selection of coffee and tea drinks, pies and cookies. They carry seasonal cupcake flavors too. Having frequented SSS often in their original location a couple blocks away, I kinda miss the coziness of that space though just glad they're around to provide that yummy, unpretentious and nostalgic dose of baked goodness the local community loves. On my recent visit the staff member on a weekend evening was friendly, served their treats with a smile, and a PSA that they were closing in 15 minutes, I appreciated the heads up! Side note: while I was there, a pistachio cupcake gazed very longingly at me, one of my favorites and I admit I gazed back, though for the sake of my waistline I had to cut off eye contact and tell myself I'd come back another time. Already thinking about when....lol. Go check them out and see which cupcake flavors speak to you! *making my own breakfast rules as an adult is the best =P

Janie's Life Changing Cookies This is an easy FIVE STAR…read morereview. First Janie opened her store on West 80th Street. I went in and bought the famous Pie Crust Cookie. It was absolutely delicious. I could definitely get addicted to these cookies. She has so many flavors. I haven't tried her other baked goods. Janie was my top choice for a cookie in 2021. Now her new location is only a half mile from my apartment. Plus she's opening a few more stores like this location. Janie's location is open at 7am on weekday's. It's a great location that's hard to miss. I'm going back as soon as the weather and my health allows. There's a huge variety so you can't get bored. I advise you to make a special trip with your appetite for a delicious cookie. Janie changed my life!

I would rate Janie's a 26 out of 10. The chocolate chip…read morecookies were to die for. The pie crust cookies have the most amazing exterior. Service was patient friendly and helpful. The shop is small, but there's a counter for you to enjoy your cookies at. Found parking on the street but only because it was late at night. Typically parking over there during the day can be tricky.

This was my second time visiting the pastry box. My first…read morevisit was a pleasant experience, so I decided to come back. When I walked in, a tall male employee greeted me, which I appreciated. It's always nice to be welcomed. Before I chose what to order, I first asked if I were to get a cinnamon bun would I have the option to get it warmed up. The employee said no.That honestly surprised me because I've never been to a bakery that won't warm up a cinnamon bun or other pastries. The cinnamon bun looked extremely dry like it's been sitting there for long hours and just needed a little warm up to look ooey gooey again. A warm pastry makes a big difference, and it might be something worth considering offering in the future. Since I didn't get a chance to really look at the pastries during my first visit because I was with my child and we were in a rush that day, I took about a minute to browse the display this time literally 1 min or 2 mins the most. The shop was completely empty, so there wasn't anyone waiting behind me. While I was looking, the employee just stood there the entire time silently. Not once did he offer a recommendation, mention what was popular, or try to make conversation. Instead, when I finally decided on a large chocolate chip cookie, he gave me a look that made me feel uncomfortable. It came across as if he was thinking, "Wow, you took that long just to choose a cookie?" That's genuinely how his expression looked. It made me feel judged and rushed over something that should have been a relaxed experience. I've worked in the restaurant industry for 5 years, so I know customer service can make or break someone's experience. Even on days when conversation didn't come naturally, it was still part of the job to engage with customers, make them feel comfortable, answer questions, offer recommendations, and break the ice. Or even just asking how the persons day is going. Those small interactions go a long way in creating a welcoming atmosphere. Customers shouldn't feel judged for taking a moment to decide what they want, especially if I'm going to spend my money there, If anything, that's the perfect opportunity to connect with customers, and make them feel welcome. I hope the bakery considers encouraging employees to be more engaging and personable, because positive customer interactions are a big part of what brings people back. Unfortunately, this visit completely changed my impression of the bakery. I won't be returning because I didn't feel comfortable with the atmosphere. For reference, the visit took place on July 17, 2026, at approximately 5:25 p.m., in case this feedback helps identify the interaction I'm referring to.

The staff was not necessarily "inviting" but they did answer all the questions I had politely~…read moreeveryone seemed pretty busy even well into the afternoon and the cookie definitely seemed to be the star of the show . Not sure if it was a fresh batch but there was a full tray of warm cookies and I had a nice bite. The cookie is crispy on the bottom and chewy on the top, relatively thin all throughout and very decent sized. The flavor is not bad, buttery. Not the best cookie in nyc in my opinion (I'm spoiled and biased to Orwashers right now-- can't beat that browned butter flavor they have) but it's worthy for everyone to try! Personally the highlight of the cookie for me was the texture itself, pretty addicting and highly enjoyable. I would say it's worth trying for all who are curious and consider themselves a chocolate chip cookie fanatic. I also grabbed some other pastries like the Buddha hand loaf (matcha loaf with strawberry buttercream) and the yuzu olive oil cake. I liked the yuzu olive oil, the matcha loaf was a slight bit dry but the strawberry buttercream was AMAZING. Would buy that buttercream alone if I could. The spot is really small with just a few seats so don't expect to sit with a big group!

Wow! I finally tried Funny Face! It's delectable and worthy of the hype! The cookies n cream is…read moresooooo good. So buttery. Huge cookies. If you're a fan of levain's, this might beat it! Not the friendliest warmest service. Felt like I was bothering the being the only client inside.

I was in search of a sweet treat and decided to try Funny Face Bakery. Funny Face Bakery…read morespecializes in personalized cookies as well as classic flavors like chocolate chip, sprinkle, cookies and cream, and Crumbfetti. Since it was just me, I ordered the four-pack of mini cookies for $8.00 and a black and white cookie. The four-pack included chocolate chip, cookies and cream, sprinkle, and Crumbfetti. You can choose whichever flavors you want, so you can get all chocolate chip or mix and match from those available flavors. The chocolate chip cookie was my favorite! It was warm and delicious. I also love black and white cookies, and this one didn't disappoint. I especially enjoyed the chocolate side of the cookie. Overall, I would definitely order this combination again.

Stopped in a few months ago for a quick coffee and a sweet treat, and thoroughly enjoyed both! My…read morecappuccino was perfect, not burnt or scalded in the slightest, while being incredibly smooth and easy to drink. I also picked out a rainbow pignoli cookie, which was heavenly!!! I love both its parent cookies so that shouldn't have been a surprise, but the raspberry jam filling and chocolate ganache dip worked perfectly with the pignoli cookie's light almond flavor and toasted pine nuts. Aside from what I had to eat, this cafe is an adorable place to sit and hang out! The barista was very nice and I enjoyed sitting by the window watching the people go by. I definitely recommend it if you're in the area!

Cute, Arnold Palmer avl! Iced 'cappuccino/Latte just an iced coffee with a glass full of small ice…read morecubes. No foam, no fun.

This small, assuming storefront is one of the best hidden gems and bakeries in the city. They have…read moresome of the best sweet pastries I've ever had! - First of all, their chocolate chip toffee cookie is among the best I've had in the city. - I also love their strawberry shortcake bar. It was decadent, had great texture and great strawberry flavor. - Their midnight banana bread was also delicious, with a subtle banana flavor coming through and pairing very nicely with the rich chocolate flavor. - The corn Oreo was a very interesting rendition of the classic treat and honestly worked pretty well. When I went, there was no line since they had just opened and the service moved efficiently through their small store. While there is no room inside to eat, there is a park nearby where you can grab a seat and enjoy their delicious baked goods.

I've been following Red Gate Bakery for a while now, hoping to try one of their weekly rotating…read moreselection of cinnamon rolls. I went for the first time today, but since I was planning on walking home before trying the pastries (there is no seating at the bakery), and since it was a fairly warm day, I thought it might melt by the time I got home, so I ended up getting some smaller, more compact treats. Brown Butter Blondie: Personally, I didn't need the walnuts, but the texture and flavor of this were excellent -- it's gooey and chewy and tastes of rich brown butter / butterscotch. Choco-toffee cookies: This cookie sits squarely at the top of some NYC chocolate chip cookie rankings, so the expectations were high. I thought it was very good, but it doesn't quite top my personal list. The best parts are the crunchy exterior, which has a slightly over-baked, crisp flavor, along with the light dusting of salt flakes on top. The middle is more doughy but mostly consists of medium-dark chocolate chunks. I didn't really taste the toffee, which was too bad, because I love toffee. Malty lime bar: A key lime pie in bar form, this is a next-level pastry. The lime 'custard' is thick and creamy, and perfectly tart, with just enough sweetness to add balance. The graham cracker crust is buttery and lightly salty, and the sugary zest sprinkled on top makes it pretty and grounds the flavor a bit. I was here on a Saturday around noon and waited in line for about 5-7 minutes. Not bad at all!

Great little shop with a variety of brownies. These make great gifts to bring back home. They are…read morereasonably priced, have cute packaging and are delicious. The bite sized ones are great! Have tried the regular brownie so far and the blondie and both were good! Recommend if at the chelsea market!

This is a really cute little shop in the Chelsea market. I got the brownies that came in a cute…read moretin. I like the name of the place. The Chelsea market is very nice itself, it's warm and indoors. Great place to get a souvenir to take home.

This place has such a cute, classic bakery storefront. On a weekday night, this was a quiet place…read morewith not much foot traffic. It was a convenient, quick in and out for me. The Rainbow Cookie was slightly different than what I'm used to, I think because it was slightly larger and softer like a cake. It was good!

Old school and worth it over all the chains and new places. It's a classic for a reason and worth…read moreseeking out.