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Best Bakeries in Manhattan, New York From yolanda | Varedelo
This guide turns best bakery in NYC #newyork #exploreny #nycfoodie #bakery #nyccafe #nycfood #nycfoodie #croissant from yolanda into a practical bakery & cafe map with 1 saved spot around Manhattan. The mapped places include a bakery stop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
yolanda felt the 10K run and 30-minute wait were completely worth it for the high-quality pastries and savory focaccia. She particularly enjoyed the crunchy texture of the matcha morning bun and the gooey center of the sea salt-topped chocolate chip cookie. yolanda concluded that she would gladly repeat the experience to try more items from the menu.
What this map is good for
- Planning a bakery stop or short itinerary in Manhattan.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 1 mapped spot into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Levain Bakery – Original Location, 74th St, NYC
Bakery in 167 W 74th St, New York, NY 10023, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- matcha mango morning bun
- chocolate chip cookie
- everything seasoning salmon focaccia sandwich
Experiences captured
- ran 10K across the Manhattan Bridge
- visited Radio Bakery's new location
- waited in line for 30 minutes
- observed the large pastry selection
Planning notes for New York
Lincoln Square is a sub-neighborhood of Manhattan’s Upper West Side, traditionally defined as the area between West 59th and West 72nd Streets, bounded by Central Park and the Hudson River. Historical Heritage The area was originally known as San Juan Hill in the early 1900s, serving as a residential district for African American and Afro-Caribbean communities. In the 1950s and 1960s, the Lincoln Square Renewal Project, led by civic figures such as John D. Rockefeller III.
Must-try foods nearby
- Recession Special at Gray's Papaya
An enduring Lincoln Square institution located on 72nd Street. This iconic deal includes two grilled frankfurters topped with mustard, onions, or sauerkraut. - Chocolate Babka at Breads Bakery
Widely considered the best in New York City, this babka is famous for its Nutella and dark chocolate filling and incredibly flaky, buttery dough. - Short Rib Mafaldine at The Smith
A neighborhood staple for pre-theater dining, this dish features ribbon-like pasta tossed in a rich 10-hour ragu with burst tomatoes, mascarpone, and parmesan. - Thin Crust Pizza at Cafe Fiorello
Known for its 'paper-thin' crust, the pizza here is a local favorite, often paired with selections from their legendary 50-item antipasto bar. - Pastrami Sandwich at PJ Clarke's
Located directly across from Lincoln Center, this historic saloon serves a traditional New York pastrami sandwich that rivals the downtown greats.
When to go: The best time to visit Lincoln Square is during the shoulder seasons of April to June or September to November.
Local tips
- Use the 59th Street-Columbus Circle or 66th Street-Lincoln Center stations for the most direct subway access to the area's main venues.
- Arrive at least 30 minutes before performances at Lincoln Center to clear security and navigate the large campus without rushing.
- Make dining reservations well in advance if you plan to eat near the theaters on performance nights, as local restaurants fill up quickly before curtain time.
- Walk on the right side of the sidewalk and step aside completely if you need to stop for photos or directions to avoid blocking the flow of busy pedestrians.
What travelers are noticing
- Summer for the City 2026: A massive outdoor festival at Lincoln Center featuring free social dance nights, silent discos, and global music events like Brazil Day and K-Pop Dance Night.
- Breads Bakery Sourdough: The Lincoln Square location remains a viral staple for its slow-fermented artisanal sourdough loaves and world-famous chocolate babka.
- Rosetta Bakery: A trending Italian spot on Broadway known for its high-end focaccia, fresh sourdough, and viral-style pistachio-filled pastries.
Extra place context
- Levain Bakery
Known for: Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie at Levain Bakery. Mentioned as a must-try spot in top foods.
food and Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookie at Levain Bakery
Planning questions
What is this video map?
It is a crawlable guide to the mapped places from best bakery in NYC #newyork #exploreny #nycfoodie #bakery #nyccafe #nycfood #nycfoodie #croissant, with the creator video, a static map preview, and selected spots from the trip.
Can I save these spots?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save the places, keep planning notes, and revisit the guide from your phone.
Does this replace watching the video?
No. The video remains the source, and the map makes the places easier to scan, compare, and save while planning.
Use it on your trip
Save this bakery & cafe map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.