Eat · Bakeries · 2026
The best bakeries in Chelsea.
Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 9 places.
Whether you’re craving a quiet afternoon or planning a Chelsea bakeries crawl with friends, Chelsea has you covered. I’ve put together this guide based on years of living in the neighborhood, and I’m pretty confident you’ll find something you love here.
Quick Summary. Looking for chelsea bakeries in Chelsea? Here are my top picks. Fabrique Bakery, Frenchette Bakery, Alf Bakery, and more.
- Alf BakeryBakery · ChelseaThe laminated brioche is a show stopper and feels like an ideal breakfast indulgence.
- Amy’s BreadBakery · ChelseaThe chocolate cake is exceptional, rich, moist, and perfectly airy, the masterpiece is crowned with “chocolate silk” frosting.
- Bourke Street BakeryBakery · ChelseaDon’t sleep on the sourdough bread either, it’s my favorite in the city.
- Empire CakeBakery · ChelseaEmpire Cake is conveniently located two blocks from the High Line, one of my favorite parks in New York City.
- Fabrique BakeryBakery · ChelseaThe dense cardamom buns are a must-try.
- Frenchette BakeryBakery · ChelseaLocated at the Whitney Museum, Frenchette Bakery is a destination in its own right.
- Modern Bread and BakeryBakery · ChelseaModern Bread and Bagel is undeniably one of the best gluten free bakeries in Chelsea.
- Seven Grams CaffeCafe · ChelseaSeven Grams Cafe is famous for serving warm gooey cookies and excellent espresso.
- Sullivan Street Bakery and PizzaBakery · ChelseaThe leek and sausage pie is a personal favorite.
Alf Bakery
Bakery · Chelsea
The laminated brioche is a show stopper and feels like an ideal breakfast indulgence.
Amy’s Bread
Bakery · Chelsea · 75 9th Ave, New York, NY
The chocolate cake is exceptional, rich, moist, and perfectly airy, the masterpiece is crowned with “chocolate silk” frosting.
Bourke Street Bakery
Bakery · Chelsea · 162 8th Ave, New York, NY
Don’t sleep on the sourdough bread either, it’s my favorite in the city.
Empire Cake
Bakery · Chelsea · 112 8th Ave, New York, NY
Empire Cake is conveniently located two blocks from the High Line, one of my favorite parks in New York City.
Fabrique Bakery
Bakery · Chelsea · 348 W 14th St, New York, NY
The dense cardamom buns are a must-try.
Frenchette Bakery
Bakery · Chelsea
Located at the Whitney Museum, Frenchette Bakery is a destination in its own right.
Modern Bread and Bakery
Bakery · Chelsea · 139 W 14th St, New York, NY
Modern Bread and Bagel is undeniably one of the best gluten free bakeries in Chelsea.
Seven Grams Caffe
Cafe · Chelsea · 275 7th Ave, New York, NY
Seven Grams Cafe is famous for serving warm gooey cookies and excellent espresso.
Sullivan Street Bakery and Pizza
Bakery · Chelsea · 236 9th Ave, New York, NY
The leek and sausage pie is a personal favorite.
Best bakeries in Chelsea, 2026
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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 11 Toothsome Chelsea Bakeries (Local’s Guide).