Bub’s Bakery in NYC Serves Gluten-Free, Allergen-Free Pastries | Eater NY

"A wonderland of classic pastries — mostly steeped in American traditions — that happen to be gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free, sesame-free, and vegan, this bakery from pastry genius Melissa Weller, in partnership with Fish Cheeks co-owners Jenn Saesue and Chat Suansilphong (Bub, who has food sensitivities), opened in September at the border of Noho and Soho. It’s legit magical that the Big Cinnamon Roll ($9.50) is gluten-free, because it’s so squishy and pillowy and still holds its shape as you take a huge bite into it; it’s perhaps one of the best cinnamon rolls I’ve had in a long time. The recent savory Danish ($8.50) is heaped with creamy mushrooms, making it taste like it belongs on all holiday dinner tables; again, it’s a surprise this is vegan and gluten-free — the creaminess of the mushrooms paired with the tight layers of the pastry is astonishing. The Devil’s Food cupcake ($6) looks and tastes like the dictionary definition of a chocolate cupcake — it’s moist, it’s chocolatey, and the frosting made with Violife cream cheese is better than most frostings I’ve had. While the baked goods are vegan themselves, the bakery isn’t fully vegan because there are milk options for coffee and espresso drinks. Best for gluten-free people, those who have gluten-free friends and family, or who just want a great pastry — everyone will be SO pleased. Insider tip: the shop on the slim, triangle-shaped block has two entrances — the main is on Lafayette Street (that’s where the line to order is) and the back at Mulberry Street (that’s where there are some outdoor benches)." - Nadia Chaudhury