It's on 9 of my lists. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
- Address120 Hudson St, New York, NY
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
American homestyle cooking at its best, Bubby’s is named after the Yiddish for grandmother. This aptly-named restaurant has been charming the neighborhood for more than three decades! Dishing out incredible brunch fare, the long line snacking Bubby’s proves that grabbing brunch at this cozy restaurant is one of the best it.
Churning out some of the best pancakes in New York City, Bubby’s biggest draw is the hotcake menu. There’s two varieties to choose from, the chewy sourdough pancakes or award-winning traditional flapjacks (my favorite). Once settled, decide on a topping like blueberry compote, caramelized bananas with toasted walnuts or chocolate chips.
If savory brunch is more your speed, Bubby’s has you covered in that department as well. You can opt for spicy fried chicken sandwiches, creamy cheese grits or huevos rancheros, the variety spans the gamut! Take your time choosing but don’t forget an order of buttermilk biscuits for the table.
Technically speaking, Bubby’s is a restaurant and not a bakery in Tribeca, however the treats here are too good not to mention! Owner Ron Silver describes eating here. The popular Tribeca brunch spot offers home-style cooking in a city that can often feel big and distant.
If you’re in mood for some baked-goods, swing by for a meal and make sure to order any of the pastries on the menu. The biscuits with butter and jam are to die for.
But the real reason I felt comfortable adding Bubby’s to our list of the best Tribeca bakeries is largely thanks to the pies you can purchase. Simply go online and order a pie for pick-up and enjoy one of the best desserts NYC has to offer. If at all helpful, I’m a huge fan of the sour cherry pie, perfectly sweet and tart!
This what happens when passion meets a perfect location.
Technically speaking, Bubby’s is a restaurant and not a bakery, however, the treats here are too good not to mention! Owner Ron Silver describes eating here as the “day after Christmas” and it’s a fitting description. The popular Tribeca brunch spot offers delicious home-style cooking in the city.
But the real reason Bubby’s made our list of the best pumpkin pies in NYC is largely thanks to their origin story. Back in 1990, Ron Silver started Bubby’s by baking pies and selling them to neighboring restaurants! Ordering a pie is simple and done online, but it’s important to note you must order them in advance.
Unpopular opinion. Controversial take. Pie Corps is the kind of spot that makes living in NYC worth the rent.
Named after the Yiddish word for grandmother, Bubby’s dishes out some of the most popular home-style brunch in New York City. A neighborhood haunt for more than 30 years, the restaurant’s irresistible pancakes are largely to thank.
The hardest part is choosing between the chewy sourdough pancakes and award-winning traditional flapjacks (I’m partial to the traditional pancakes). Once settled, decide on a topping like blueberries, caramelized bananas with toasted walnuts or chocolate chips.
If savory brunch is more your speed, Bubby’s has you covered in that department as well. You can opt for spicy fried. Take your time choosing but don’t forget an order of buttermilk biscuits for the table.
Named after the Yiddish word for grandmother, Bubby’s dishes out some of the most popular home-style brunch in Chelsea. A neighborhood haunt for more than 30 years, the restaurant’s irresistible pancakes are largely to thank.
The hardest part is choosing between the chewy sourdough pancakes and award-winning traditional flapjacks (I’m partial to the traditional pancakes). Once settled, decide on a topping like blueberries, caramelized bananas with toasted walnuts or chocolate chips.
If savory brunch is more your speed, Bubby’s has you covered in that department as well. You can opt for spicy fried. Take your time choosing but don’t forget an order of buttermilk biscuits for the table.
Often referred to as a trip to grandmas house, Bubby’s ranks highly on a list of kid-friendly restaurants in New York City. The homey restaurant has perfected pancakes so much so that both kids and adults can’t get enough.
The menu is chock-full of options for all palates (including three different types of pancakes). And of course, most importantly, adult beverages because making it out the house with kids attached to your hip always deserves a reward.
While Bubby’s is a popular brunch destination, this kid-friendly NYC restaurant also offers a great lunch and dinner menu so no need to rush out the door early in the morning!
You know the way a dog’s ears perk up when they see a squirrel? Well mine do that when someone. Seriously, this joint is famous for their pancakes but craft a mouthwatering Thanksgiving dinner in NYC. The potatoes, biscuits and pies are all year-round dishes Bubby’s makes perfectly, and on Thanksgiving they team up with turkey or ham for a home-run.
In 2023 Bubby’s prix-fixe Thanksgiving dinner ran $125 per person, reservations were required and each reservation was for an hour and a half.
Named after the Yiddish word for grandmother, Bubby’s dishes out some of the most popular home-style brunch in New York City. A neighborhood haunt for more than 30 years, the restaurant’s irresistible pancakes are largely to thank.
The hardest part is choosing between the chewy sourdough pancakes and award-winning traditional flapjacks (I’m partial to the traditional pancakes). Once settled, decide on a topping like blueberries, carmelized bananas with toasted walnuts or chocolate chips.
No list of the best restaurants in Tribeca can be complete without mentioning the masterpiece that is Bubby’s. Named after the Yiddish word for grandmother, Bubby’s upholds the standard. In fact, Bubby’s has been the top-spot to have brunch in Tribeca for more than 30 years.
Owner Ron Silver describes eating here like the “day after Christmas” and it’s a fitting description. The popular Tribeca brunch spot offers home-style cooking in a city that can often feel big and distant. As for the star of the show? Pancakes. You can choose between 1890 sourdough, which are thin and tangy, or James Beard pancakes which are in line with the traditional fluffy flapjacks found in diners across America.
The Tribeca restaurant has a lot more than pancakes too. Take your time choosing but don’t forget to order a side of the homestyle fries, they’re worth the trip alone.