20+ Places to Enjoy the Best Brownie in NYC

    James BeckettBy Updated:7 Mins Read
    Best brownie in NYC

    If you want to try the best brownies in NYC, it’s more than possible. Soft, sweet, covered with chocolate or strawberry.

    What can be even more enjoyable?

    Even if you’re on a diet, you still want to taste this delicious dessert.

    I’ve tried brownies in around 30 spots in the Big Apple and compiled a list of the best ones.

    Read on to discover the list.

    NYC Restaurant & Cafe Industry Overview

    According to Statista, the revenue of full-service restaurants in New York will amount to approximately $29,5 Bln by the end of 2024 (see the graph below).

    N of Coffee shops and cafes in NYC
    Source: Statista.com

    If you have a look at the graph above, the number of restaurants has already recovered since 2019 (Coronavirus).

    Moreover, currently, there are even more restaurants than in 2018 before the pandemic.

    But which one of them is worth your time?

    Let’s go through the best of them.

    25 Places to Enjoy the Best Brownie in NYC

    1. Fat Witch Bakery

    Fat Witch Bakery is the best place to enjoy brownies in New York City. It’s in Chelsea Market and was founded in 1991.

    The bakery offers different brownie options. You can taste classic brownies, blondies, and brownie bites.

    All the brownies are made with all-natural ingredients and are fresh (baked daily).

    2. Chelsea Market

    Chelsea Market is a food hall located in the Meatpacking District.

    Overall, it’s home to Fat Witch Bakery known for its delicious brownies.

    Also, the market has a lively atmosphere and is a great place to take a quick bite.

    3. Intelligentsia Coffee

    Intelligentsia Coffee is another great spot to taste chocolate brownies.

    Set in the Chelsea neighborhood, this shop has a cozy atmosphere and is a great place to relax and enjoy a brownie with a cup of coffee.

    4. Ralph’s Café

    Ralph’s Café is a café located on Madison Avenue. The café is quite famous for its chocolate brownies. They are made with top ingredients and baked fresh every day.

    5. William Greenberg Desserts

    William Greenberg Brownies (website screenshot)
    Source: Wmgreenbergdesserts.com

    William Greenberg Desserts has been around since 1946 and is set on the Upper East Side. They have different types of brownies on their menu.

    Some of them are:

    • Chocolate Brownie with Pecans
    • Caramel Brownie
    • M&M Brownie (my favorite one)
    • Rocky Road
    • Cheesecake Brownie
    • Chocolate Brownies
    • Blondies
    • Gluten-Free Brownie
    • Red Velvet Brownie
    • Brownie Gift Tin
    • NY Strong Gift Box
    • Flourless Passover

    6. Gooey on The Inside

    Gooey on The Inside is another great place for brownie-lovers.

    In fact, this is a dessert shop located in the East Village.

    Above all, Gooey on the Inside is known for its warm brownies topped with ice cream.

    7. Caffè Panna

    Caffè Panna is an ice cream shop located in the East Village.

    The shop is famous for its brownie sundae. It’s a warm brownie topped with ice cream and whipped cream.

    8. Junior’s Restaurant

    Junior’s Restaurant is one of the best brownie spots in NYC, located in Times Square.

    The restaurant is known for its warm brownies sundae, topped with ice cream and whipped cream.

    9. A La Mode Shoppe

    A La Mode Shoppe is a dessert shop located in the West Village. This shop is known for brownie a la mode, which is also a warm brownie topped with ice cream.

    10. Grace Street

    The next place to taste the best brownie in NYC is Grace Street.

    Brownie bingsu – this is what this brownie spot is famous for. This is basically a Korean shaved ice dessert topped with a warm brownie.

    You may also like: 10 Unique & Coolest Restaurants in NYC For Dinner

    11. Magnolia Bakery

    Magnolia Bakery is a bakery chain with several locations throughout New York. You can find classic American desserts and types of brownies on their menu.

    12. Santo Domingo Bakery

    Brownie from Santo Domingo Bakery

    Santo Domingo Bakery is definitely one of the best places to taste the brownies in NYC. It’s located in the Lower East Side and is famous for its Dominican desserts.

    13. Café d’Avignon

    Café d’Avignon is a bakery known for French pastries and set in the Essex Market.

    You can always find fresh brownies there.

    14. Erin McKenna’s Bakery NYC

    Erin McKenna’s Bakery is another great place to find the best brownies in NYC. Being located on the Lower East Side, the bakery is known for its types of brownies including the ones that are:

    • Dairy-free
    • Egg-free
    • Soy-free
    • Gluten-free
    • Agave-sweetened cakes
    • Cookies

    15. Little Cupcake Bakeshop

    Ceci Cela is a bakery located in the Lower East Side. Aside from brownies, the bakery is also known for its French pastries.

    16. Breads Bakery

    Breads Bakery is a bakery chain. It has several locations throughout NYC. Chocolate babka and brownies are among the most famous sweets here.

    You can find Breads Bakery at:

    • Union Square
    • Lincoln Square
    • Upper East Side
    • Rockefeller Center
    • Bryant Park.

    17. Levain Bakery – NoHo, NYC

    Levain Bakery is a bakery with several locations throughout NYC. I truly enjoy chocolate chip walnut cookies here.

    18. Sugar Sweet Sunshine Bakery

    This bakery is famous for its cupcakes, cookies, and banana pudding.

    “Yum-Yum Bars”, as mentioned in their menu. They cost $4.00 each.

    19. Milk Bar

    Milk Bar
    Source: Milkbarstore.com

    Milk Bar is a bakery opened in 2008. In New York City, they have 6 locations and offer different options for sweet lovers.

    Among them are:

    • Cakes
    • Cookies
    • Pies
    • Cake truffles
    • Gluten-free sweets, etc.

    Plus, they have also gift card and other options for:

    • Weddings
    • Birthday
    • Corporate parties, etc.

    20. Amy’s Bread

    Want to taste the most wonderful and the best brownie in NYC?

    Then Amy’s Bread is the bakery you need!!

    The bakery is known for its artisanal breads and pastries, including brownies.

    21. Dominique Ansel Bakery

    Dominique Ansel Bakery is a bakery with several locations throughout NYC. The bakery is known for its creative and unique desserts, including its cronut, which is often compared to a brownie.

    The cronut is made with high-quality ingredients and is baked fresh daily. The bakery has a modern and trendy atmosphere and is a great place to grab a sweet treat.

    22. Mah-Ze-Dahr Bakery

    Mahzedahr Bakery
    Mahzedahrbakery.com

    Mah-Ze-Dahr Bakery is located in the West Village. The bakery is known for its creative and unique desserts.

    The offer services in catering and weddings.

    23. Clinton St. Baking Company

    Clinton St. Baking Company is a classic American restaurant.

    All in all, they offer 12 different sweet options so you have many sweets to choose from.

    Conclusion

    Finding delicious brownies in the Big Apple is not that easy.

    I hope the brownie spots mentioned above will help you enjoy tasty brownies in Manhattan.

    Cheers!!

    Share.

    James Beckett is the Founder & Author at "NYC Reviewed". James provides NYC lovers with local tips and valuable advice. He likes to explore the local gems personally and share his thoughts with the audience.

    Recommended Posts: