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The best cheesecake in New York City

Updated November 2026. 9 places.

The one person who loves cheesecake more than me is my mother-in-law. Finding great cheesecake 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 her coming to visit, I made the decision to thoroughly investigate which cheesecake shops in New York City offer the best cheesecake.

Having tasted them all, I’ve rated them according to their flavor, consistency, and my overall impression of the bakery. Instead of gate-keeping, I thought I’d write this short article to help any fellow connoisseurs out there!

Antonina PattizWriter and photographer · how I decide
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Best cheesecake in New York City, 2026

  1. Magnolia BakeryBakery · West VillageThe cheesecakes are celebrated for their exceptional quality, rich flavors, and luscious textures.
  2. Martha's Country BakeryBakery · WilliamsburgIn fact, this year they’re celebrating their 50th anniversary in business.
  3. Posh Pop BakeshopBakery · West VillageAs enticing as they are, the best flavor I’ve found is the Funfetti Cheesecake – a tried and true Posh Pop favorite.
  4. Veniero's Pasticceria & CaffeBakery · East VillageIf you order the Italian version you’ll enjoy a ricotta-based filling that will have you crawling over the counter for more.
  5. Eileen's Special CheesecakeBakery · SoHoUnlike most New York cheesecakes that are dense and rich, Eileen’s is fluffy, airy and soft.
  6. Gallaghers SteakhouseRestaurant · Midtown
  7. Little Cupcake BakeshopBakery · SoHo & BrooklynThe shop has three locations, one in Bay Ridge, another in Prospect Heights, and a sole location in Manhattan in SoHo.
  8. Little Grace BakeryBakery · MidtownEach bite is a flavor bomb that sets off fireworks in your mouth.
  9. S & S CheesecakesBakery · BronxS & S Cheesecakes has been a local favorite for more than 60 years.

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8 neighborhoods, West Village and Midtown most of all.

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West Village

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East Village

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SoHo & Brooklyn

Williamsburg

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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 9+ Tantalizing Cheesecakes in New York City (& One Spot to Avoid).