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The best cannoli in New York.

Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 9 places.

There are a handful of foods synonymous with New York City, like pizza, bagels, and cheesecakes. Finding great cannoli in NYC can be tricky, but after years of eating my way through the city, I’ve found the spots worth your time. And with the broad influence Italian-Americans have had on the city it should come as no surprise that one of their pastries is among those iconic foods. cannolis.

There’s a reason Clemenza famously said to leave the gun, but take the cannoli (if you’re unfamiliar with that Godfather reference that’s on you).

Antonina PattizI went to every one · how I decide

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  1. Caffè PalermoBakery · Little Italy
  2. Circo's Pastry ShopBakery · BushwickNot only do they have the best cannolis in NYC but there are a tons of other italian delicacies like sfogliatelle (also known as lobster tails), zeppoles, and cookies.
  3. Ferrara Bakery & CafeBakery · Lower East SideOpened in 1892 Ferrara’s has been a neighborhood favorite for generations and a spot folks know to visit when searching for the best cannoli in NYC.
  4. Veniero's Pasticceria & CaffeBakery · East VillageUsing fresh ingredients, this East Village bakery serves every treat under the moon you can think of including one of the best cannoli in NYC.
  5. Villabate AlbaBakery · Bensonhurst
  6. Court Pastry ShopBakery · Cobble HillIt’s the quintessential NYC cannoli loaded with flavor served in a no-frills setting.
  7. Fortunato BrothersBakery · WilliamsburgThey make some of the best cannolis in New York City that have an audible crunch and silky smooth filling.
  8. Pasticceria Monteleone BKBakery · Carroll GardensThe crispy, bubbly, fried shell crumbles in your mouth and the ricotta-cream filling oozes out with each bite.
  9. Pasticceria RoccoBakery · West VillageBeing known as one of the best spots to buy a cannoli in NYC can be a heavy crown to carry, but Rocco’s does it with ease.

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9 neighborhoods, Little Italy and Bushwick most of all.

Bensonhurst

Bushwick

Carroll Gardens

Cobble Hill

East Village

Little Italy

Lower East Side

West Village

Williamsburg

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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 13 Can’t Miss Cannolis in New York City (Local’s Guide).