
Breads Bakery
4.6 (2,516)bakery
Famous for its rich, gooey chocolate babka, this Union Square bakery serves exceptional artisan breads and pastries.
Description

Inside, a display of fresh loaves and pastries makes choosing difficult. Beyond the bread, the counter features unexpected twists on classic NYC treats, like a croissant-dough black-and-white cookie filled with cream and a cheese danish topped with zest. The celebrated babka is sold only in whole pre-packaged loaves, designed to be taken home and warmed up. For a quick sit-down option, the cafe serves espresso alongside slices of moist banana chocolate chip pound cake, sandwiches, and salads.
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Babka sold whole
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