Last Updated: 8 days ago
Phone: (212) 633-2253
Address: 1230 AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS 10020
NYC's go-to bakery for legendary babka & crusty bread. You can't go wrong with their expertly baked goods.
This bakery is a go-to for exceptional baked goods, with a particular emphasis on their renowned babka and crusty bread. Customers rave about the unique flavors and textures, making it a must-visit for any pastry or bread enthusiast. While most feedback is overwhelmingly positive, some customers note a decline in quality for certain items over time.
This bakery is celebrated for its exceptional babka, with many calling it legendary, especially the chocolate and cinnamon varieties. They also receive high marks for their croissants, baguettes, and sourdough bread. Some patrons have noted that certain items, like the babka, may not be as consistently excellent as they once were.
"The chocolate babka is overwhelmingly recommended and often described as legendary. Other highly praised items include croissants, chocolate rugelach, and sourdough bread."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the bakery for its delicious and high-quality baked goods, particularly its babka and croissants. A few reviews suggest a perceived decline in quality for some items over time.
Important Note
Some customers have expressed a sentiment that the quality of certain items, particularly the babka, may have declined over time.
"In response to Breads Bakery being mentioned, a user commented that it is not as nut-free as a trail mix, implying it may contain nuts."
Negative"Initially recommended Breads Bakery, but then edited to note it might not meet the user's restrictions regarding nuts."
Neutral"This commenter mentioned Breads Bakery at Rockefeller Center has won awards for their croissants but expressed personal difficulty in judging them as they are not a big croissant fan."
Positive"Breads Bakery is listed as a recommendation."
Positive"This user suggested Breads Bakery's quality has declined, comparing it to "Panera 2010 quality" and noting dry croissants and greasy cinnamon rolls, despite acknowledging their initially amazing products."
Negative"Breads Bakery was listed as a winner in a croissant competition judged by a French consulate."
Positive"This user was impressed by Breads Bakery's croissant, finding it comparable to those in Paris after a recent trip."
Positive"This user believes Breads Bakery has the best "Paris quality" croissants they've found in NYC and that it never disappoints."
Positive"This user listed Breads Bakery among several other French bakeries."
Positive"This commenter suggested Breads Bakery as a place to get raisin challah."
Positive"Breads Bakery was mentioned in response to the request for thick hot chocolate."
Positive"Recommends Breads Bakery's babka, suggesting it freezes well if kept frozen after purchase."
Positive"The commenter noted the absence of a photo featuring babka or rugelach from Breads Bakery."
Neutral"The chocolate chip cookie at Breads Bakery was considered just okay, and was not enjoyed much due to being cold. The author wished for a microwave to warm it up, rating it 5/10."
Neutral"The commenter picked up an order at Breads Bakery in Rockefeller and observed that they seemed to still have pies available for last-minute purchase."
Positive"This comment references the Seinfeld episode about babka, suggesting it would be a recognizable gift, likely referring to Breads Bakery's popular chocolate babka."
Positive"This user suggests the chocolate babka from Breads Bakery as a good item to bring, noting that it travels well."
Positive"The user notes that babkas have long expiration dates, making them suitable as gifts, and compares them favorably to fruitcake."
Positive"This user specifically recommends the chocolate babka from Breads Bakery."
Positive"This user explicitly recommends the chocolate babka from Breads Bakery."
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