Four Manhattan Bakeries From Tres Leches to Mille Crepes

4.8 (512)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 10:00 – 21:00; Fri – Sat, 12:00 – 22:00

180 Hester St

This Little Italy bakery serves tres leches in flavors including dulce de leche and chocofresa. The cakes have light, balanced sweetness. Staff often offer samples to help visitors compare varieties. Cakes come as single slices or whole cakes. The bakery also serves flan and espresso.

4.5 (5,457)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 08:00 – 22:00; Fri – Sat, 08:00 – 23:00

340 East 11th Street

Pistachio cannoli and strawberry shortcake feature at this historic East Village Italian bakery. Pair a pastry with cappuccino in the vintage cafe, which offers sit-down service. Closing time is 10 PM Sunday through Thursday and 11 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon – Sun, 08:00 – 17:00

437 E 12th St, New York, NY 10009

Scandinavian-inspired breads and pastries lead the menu at this East 12th Street bakery. Cafe fare and provisions round out the selection. The space also serves as a coffee shop and restaurant, with dine-in and takeaway available. It opens daily from 8 AM to 5 PM.

4.1 (1,245)

Mon – Thu, 11:00 – 20:00; Fri – Sat, 11:00 – 21:00; Sun, 11:00 – 18:00

36 W 40th St

Thin crepe layers and smooth pastry cream define Lady M's French-Japanese mille crepes. The cakes lean toward delicate, restrained sweetness. Flavors include pistachio, orange and a split strawberry-matcha slice. This bright, calm West 40th Street boutique sells cakes by the slice or whole.