Empire Cake
This Greenwich Village bakery pairs elaborate window cakes with fresh cookies and not-too-sweet cupcakes.
- Mon – Wed, 08:00 – 21:00; Thu – Fri, 08:00 – 22:00; Sat, 10:00 – 22:00; Sun, 11:00 – 21:00
- 450 6th Avenue
- 4.5 (811 reviews)
Description
The shop on 6th Avenue offers a casual space to sit down with coffee and a treat. Alongside custom and wedding orders, the bakery keeps its cases stocked with everyday snack cakes, spiced carrot cupcakes, and a Vanilla Snowball. The red velvet cupcake draws mixed reactions from visitors, while cookies range from chocolate chip to butter toffee. Inside, the clean, cool space features a few tables and high chairs, plus a dedicated section for cards, candles, and party supplies.