Best Bakery Restaurants in East Village (10003)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Veniero’s Pasticceria & Caffé
Serving the East Village since 1894 with a vast Italian pastry canon.
Notable Picks
A century-plus East Village institution for old-school Italian pastries, with cannoli, rainbow cookies, and ricotta-forward classics that still taste hand-crafted. The room feels like a preserved slice of New York dessert history, and the case is deep enough to reward repeat visits.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic ricotta cannoli, Rainbow cookies, New York-style cheesecake
What makes it special: Serving the East Village since 1894 with a vast Italian pastry canon.
8.4
Middle Eastern flavors meet Danish-style lamination in tight, beautifully executed pastries that have become a neighborhood ritual. Expect bold spice, nutty richness, and a small savory lineup that’s just as compelling as the sweets.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pistachio rose croissant, Marmite cheddar morning bun, Jerusalem bagel with labneh
What makes it special: Inventive Middle Eastern-leaning laminated pastries in NYC.
8.2
A compact Danish bakery-café known for meticulous lamination and lightly sweet, butter-forward pastries that pair naturally with excellent coffee. The vibe is minimalist and line-prone, but the pastries justify the patience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cardamom bun, Spandauer (custard pastry), Seasonal croissant
What makes it special: Danish baking precision with a rotating seasonal case.
8.1
A petite East Village patisserie turning out Chinese- and Japanese-influenced desserts with clean flavors and careful technique. It’s low-key and dessert-focused, ideal for a quick sugar fix that feels thoughtfully modern.
Must-Try Dishes:
Black sesame lava basque cake, Earl Grey custard tart, Taro & mochi parfait
What makes it special: Asian-leaning patisserie flavors with a lava-cake specialty.
Worthy Picks
A buzzy Taiwanese-American bakery-café where savory breakfast buns and playful laminations are the main event. Expect big flavors, lots of spice and crunch, and a packed counter-service flow.
Must-Try Dishes:
Scallion pancake BEC, Fried chicken milk bun, Chocolate bolo bao
What makes it special: Taiwanese-American breakfast bakery with cult sandwiches.