Best Sweet Treats Escapes Donuts Restaurants in Upper West Side (Central)
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Mille‑Feuille Bakery Cafe
Classic French pastries including well‑executed French donuts
Notable Picks
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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
The Upper West Side Orwashers outpost extends the century-old bakery’s bread credentials into bagels, morning sandwiches, and coffee. It’s less of a pure bagel shop and more of a bakery café, but the bagels, spreads, and smoked fish options make it a strong choice when you want a bagel alongside excellent bread and pastries.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sesame bagel with cream cheese, Bagel with smoked salmon and tomato, Freshly baked sourdough or rye loaf to take home
What makes it special: Historic New York bakery bringing serious bread chops to its bagels and breakfast sandwiches.
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Gluten-free dessert bakery with a strong baked-donut lineup, including apple cider and pumpkin donuts alongside an array of cakes and bars. Guests treat it as a destination for sweet-tooth runs where donuts are part of a broader, colorful dessert spread.
Must-Try Dishes:
Apple Cider Donut, Pumpkin Donut, Mini Apple Cider Donut Six Pack
What makes it special: Gluten-free donuts and desserts served in a bright, dessert-first space.