Best Brunch Bliss Spots Donuts Restaurants in Upper West Side (Central)
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Modern Bread and Bagel
Serious gluten-free baking that feels like a destination café, not a compromise.
Notable Picks
8.6
Modern Bread and Bagel is a 100% gluten-free, kosher bakery-café where bagels, cinnamon buns, and pastries are made with serious technique rather than marketed as substitutes. The Upper West Side location doubles as a brunch and lunch spot, with baked goods, sandwiches, and breads that draw both gluten-free diners and everyone else.
Must-Try Dishes:
Gluten-Free Bagels, Cinnamon Bun, Chocolate Babka Loaf
What makes it special: Serious gluten-free baking that feels like a destination café, not a compromise.
8.4
Vibes:
Brunch Bliss Spots
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Daily Provisions is Danny Meyer’s all-day café where mornings start with hot crullers, strong coffee, and egg sandwiches on soft rolls. The UWS location leans into efficient counter service and well-executed basics that make it an easy everyday breakfast stop rather than a once-a-year splurge.
Must-Try Dishes:
Maple cruller, Bacon, egg and cheese sandwich, Sausage, egg and cheese sandwich
What makes it special: Modern café focused on crullers, coffee, and upgraded egg sandwiches.
8.1
A long‑standing Upper West Side pâtisserie known for its French‑style donuts and pastries, Mille‑Feuille balances classic technique with approachable sweetness. The flaky layers and delicate textures make its donuts and viennoiserie stand out among neighborhood bakeries.
Must-Try Dishes:
Vanilla Bean French Donut, Raspberry French Donut, Cinnamon Bun
What makes it special: Classic French pastries including well‑executed French donuts