17 best bakeries in Upper East Side New York City

Bakeries in Upper East Side NYC are a treat for both locals and tourists. These establishments offer a variety of freshly baked goods, from classic pastries to artisanal bread. With a cozy atmosphere and welcoming staff, these bakeries provide a delightful experience for anyone with a sweet tooth or a craving for freshly baked bread. From corner bakeries to high-end patisseries, Upper East Side NYC has a thriving bakery scene that should not be missed.

1. Michaeli Bakery

New York's best babka and more!

2. By the Way Bakery

Handmade, gluten-free, dairy-free, and kosher treats

TOPICS

  • Mediterranean Cuisine
  • Gluten-Free
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots

3. Breads Bakery

Best of NY chocolate babka and baguette

TOPICS

  • American Cuisine
  • Budget-Friendly Eats
  • Downtown Spots
  • Celebrations

4. Lady M Cake Boutique - Upper East Side

Famous for their signature Mille Crêpes cakes.

TOPICS

  • Italian Cuisine
  • High-End
  • Downtown Spots

5. Padoca Bakery

Authentic Brazilian Pao de Queijo, warm and cheesy

6. Patisserie Chanson

7. Colomba Bakery

8. Orwashers Bakery

Perfecting the fine art of breadmaking since 1916

TOPICS

  • Italian Cuisine
  • Gluten-Free
  • Budget-Friendly Eats

9. Two Little Red Hens

New York's 'Best Cheesecake!' and Brooklyn Blackout cake

TOPICS

  • Social Gatherings
  • American Cuisine
  • Downtown Spots

10. Miss Madeleine

Authentic French bakery in the Upper East Side

11. Levain Bakery – Upper East Side, NYC

Home of NYC's most famous cookies

12. Patis Bakery

Gourmet baked goods in a cozy atmosphere

13. Baked by Melissa

Bite-sized treats with ever-evolving flavors

14. Sprinkles New York - Upper East Side

Iconic bakery with a Walk of Fame

TOPICS

  • Personal Celebrations
  • Gluten-Free
  • Downtown Spots
  • Breakfast

15. William Greenberg Desserts

Home of NYC's #1 Black & White Cookies

16. Les Gateaux de Marie - Bakery - Cake shop - Café - Upper East Side

Award-winning bakery blending Parisian expertise with NYC innovation

17. Castle of Pastries