Hidden gem in Chelsea Market, known for its amazing laminated baguettes & focaccia. Don't miss the pastries!
Nestled in the basement of Chelsea Market, this French-inspired bakery is a haven for pastry lovers. Praised for its exceptional breads, particularly the laminated baguette and olive focaccia, it offers a delightful array of sweet and savory treats. From flakey croissants to decadent brioche, and even a standout tuna sandwich, there's something to satisfy every craving.
This bakery specializes in French and European-style baked goods. It's highly recommended for its breads, particularly baguettes (especially the laminated version) and focaccia. Pastries like croissants and rhubarb pastries also receive acclaim. While most feedback is positive, one user had a negative experience with a stale pastry.
"The laminated baguette, olive focaccia, croissants, rhubarb pastry, lemon brioche, and tuna sandwich are frequently recommended by customers."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the bakery's high-quality baked goods, especially their breads and pastries, with many considering it a must-visit.
Important Note
One reviewer described a pastry as stale and overpriced, though this seems to be an outlier sentiment.
"Alf Bakery is mentioned as an option within Chelsea Market for a quick lunch."
Neutral"A list of bakeries was provided, including ALF."
Positive"ALF was listed among several other sandwich spots and bakeries."
Positive"The focaccia at ALF Bakery in Chelsea Market is a highly sought-after item, often selling out quickly. The commenter found a warm slice to be excellent."
Positive"This commenter expressed their love for ALF Bakery's lemon brioche."
Positive"This user recommended ALF Bakery in Chelsea Market, highlighting the Lemon Brioche and laminated baguette as exceptional."
Positive"Alf bakery is listed as a restaurant that has potentially improved."
Neutral"Alf is listed as a place for takeaways."
Neutral"Alf Bakery in Chelsea Market is recommended for its wonderful croissants and a unique laminated baguette."
Positive"Alf had a good sourdough, but the user hasn't had it in over a year as it's out of the way."
Neutral"A recent visit to ALF resulted in a highly negative experience, with the user calling their pastry the 'worst' they'd had in a long time, describing it as stale and overpriced."
Negative"This bakery was mentioned as a potential contender for best croissants, alongside Lysée."
Neutral"ALF is recommended as a good option within Chelsea Market."
Positive"The commenter advises not to miss ALF Bakery if visiting Chelsea Market, indicating it is a highly recommended spot."
Positive"ALF is included in a list of recommended bakeries for the user's bucket list before leaving NYC."
Positive"The user expresses a desire to keep ALF a secret, implying its high quality and popularity."
Positive"The user suggests ALF in Chelsea Market, noting that their laminated baguette is worth trying, while their regular baguette is just 'ok'."
Neutral"The user lists ALF as one of their favorite bakeries."
Positive"The user recommends ALF as a good bakery option."
Positive"This user lists ALF Bakeshop as a mentionable bakery."
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