ZipPicks Awards
Best Bakery in Upper East Side
Master Critic Review
Noglu
7.6
Noglu’s Upper East Side outpost brings a Paris-born, entirely gluten-free bakery and cafe to Madison Avenue, balancing pastries with quiches and light plates. It’s more expensive than a standard bakery but fills a specific niche for celiac and gluten-sensitive diners who still want classic French-style treats.
Must-Try Dishes:
Daily quiche, Cream puffs, Gluten-free lemon tart
Scores:
Value: 6
Service: 7.3
Consistency: 7.6
Food Quality: 8.2
Atmosphere: 7.3
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: One of the city’s few fully gluten-free French bakeries, with both pastry and cafe offerings under one roof.
Who should go: Gluten-free diners wanting French pastry without cross-contamination worries.
When to visit: Late breakfast or early lunch when savory quiches and pastries overlap.
What to order: Daily quiche slice, a cream puff, and a citrus-forward lemon tart.
Insider tip: Weekend brunch hours can get crowded with gluten-free diners—weekday visits are calmer and better for browsing the pastry case.