Two NYC French Bakeries for Morning Pastries
Two takes on the French bakery in New York: a tiny West Village patisserie turning out croissants and canneles, and a bigger cafe-bakery stacked with pastries and cakes. Go early for the fresh morning bake, and expect a short line on weekends.
Richaud Petite Bakery
Tue – Fri, 06:00 – 17:00;
Sat – Sun, 07:00 – 17:00
4.4 (103)
41 Perry St
On Perry Street in the West Village, this small French bakery turns out croissants, canneles, and tarts in tight batches. It fits an early pastry run. Pricing is inexpensive.
Paris Baguette
Mon – Sun, 06:00 – 22:00
4.1 (658)
29-44 Union St
A roomy cafe-bakery with a wide case of French-style pastries, cakes, and sandwiches. It opens early at 6:00 AM and stays open to 10:00 PM. It suits a sit-down coffee and a bake. Pricing is mid-priced.