Patisserie Vanessa

The King Bread (Galette des Rois) at Patisserie Vanessa is absolutely delightful. The pastry is beautifully flaky and buttery, with perfectly crisp layers that give way to a rich, smooth almond filling. It’s not overly sweet, which makes it feel refined and authentically French. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients and the care in the baking. It pairs perfectly with coffee and makes for such a special seasonal treat. If you’re a fan of classic French pastries, this one is definitely worth trying — I’ll be coming back for it again next season. 🇫🇷👑🥐

I was told the pistachio ones sell out quick. 😋Had it once previously along with a few others and enjoyed so I came back for more~ the two lemon ones were new. I especially loved the lemon tart~ perfect balance of flavors. Didn't make my insides cringe like when lemon sometimes can 🤪 gotta go back for more in the future.

Every year for my partner’s birthday, I search for weeks to find a cake that feels special—authentic, artisan, and far from big industrial chains. This year, I discovered La Charlotte at Pâtisserie Vanessa, and it was worth it. Looks elegant and the taste is amazing. Deep, rich chocolate without being too sweet, a crispy heart, and a light, airy texture from the ladyfingers boudoir. I highly recommend pairing it with a scoop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream to balance the intensity of the chocolate fondant. Professional staff, cozy space, and fair pricing. A satisfying experience.

Just okay overall. I stopped in on my way to the 4 train to try a few sweet treats and left feeling a bit underwhelmed. The woman at the counter recommended the raspberry pastry — it was very soft, but the filling had a flavor and texture that felt a bit off to me. I also tried the marble loaf, which was dense and tasted somewhat artificial; I usually prefer a lighter, more moist cake with a larger crumb. That said, the interior is lovely — very Parisian café vibes with a charming upstairs seating area that makes it a nice place to sit for a few minutes. Overall, cute spot but the pastries didn’t quite live up to the look.

A Parisian vibe. The pastries were delicious. And beautiful. Very classic and clean. Quiche was good but the salad wasn’t that good. It’s a lovely place. Staff could be more friendly. I know it’s hard to work in this industry, but you’re dealing with people. But I want to go back and try different things.

One of the best things about NYC is the incredible food scene—you can always find something delicious no matter the hour. While looking for dessert spots with strong reviews, I came across Vanessa’s Patisserie. What caught my attention were the unique mousse options and beautifully presented pastries. I stopped by on a Saturday afternoon, and as expected, the place was pretty packed—a good sign. The atmosphere was cozy yet buzzing with energy, and the pastry display was hard to resist. I tried La Charlotte, which was rich and beautifully balanced, along with a couple of Madeleines—light, soft, and just the right touch of sweetness. I also went for the dark chocolate mousse option, which didn’t disappoint. It was smooth, intense, and perfectly decadent. To complement it, I ordered a coffee, and the roast was bold with a sharp, flavorful punch that cut nicely through the sweetness of the desserts. Prices are on the higher side, but that’s expected for this part of the city, especially given the quality of ingredients and the care put into presentation. It’s definitely a spot where you treat yourself, and it’s worth it. If you’re a dessert lover or just craving something refined and indulgent, Vanessa’s Patisserie should absolutely be on your list. Come ready to enjoy and don’t skip the mousse.

the madeleines were dry, not sweet, and crumbly. i prefer the factory-made ones that are slightly crisp on the outside and soft and sweet on the inside. 0/10 the chocolate chips were AWFUL. they were salted...which works, but not when the salts in extreme excess of the sugar. Plus, the bitterness of the chocolate worked to overpower the slight sweetness. 0/10 the almond bear-shaped cake wasn't half bad. i'd say only 25% bad. more sugar would have helped. 7/10 lemon tart in the shape of a rose- Nice. not ground-breaking, but nice. 8/10 the store is beautiful, but the flavors weren't

I often find myself underwhelmed by French patisseries in NYC, but I finally discovered a standout on the Upper East Side—Patisserie Vanessa. This two-floor café features high ceilings, large windows, and plenty of seating. The pastry display feels more like an art gallery than a bakery—elegant and inviting. I even spent a few quiet, undisturbed hours there reading a book. ＊Le Charlotte Raspberry $9.75 Their signature dessert—and for good reason. The soft, ladyfinger-style edge added a refined touch. This is easily the best Charlotte cake I’ve had in a long time, with its airy texture, raspberry mousse, housemade raspberry jam filling, and fresh raspberries on top. I’ll definitely be returning for more of their Charlotte cakes. ＊Le Choux Mango $9.50 A limited-time pastry. The bright, tangy flavor from the fresh mango compote was perfectly balanced by the smooth mango curd and choux pastry. I wish they still had the pistachio choux as I’ve seen it online before. ＊Iced Latte with Oat Milk $6.75 It was an expensive iced latte, but well worth it. I was amazed by how creamy and smooth the coffee was, and the serving size was generous. I didn’t expect to get one of the better oat milk lattes I’ve had in the city from a patisserie, so it was a win.

5.0 / 5.0 These are perhaps the most delicious canelés in Manhattan. The dough remains firm even when cold and is delicious.When warmed up a little, they have a fluffy, chewy texture and are incredibly delicious. The size is just right and they make a great gift. There are seats for two and terrace seats, and you can also eat in. The interior is based on white and has a clean feel. Even when it's busy, the staff are efficient so it doesn't bother you too much.

Super cute cafe in the UES!! Ambiance is very light and airy. There are quite a few seats both inside and outside, so it would be perfect to come to enjoy some cake/pastries and coffee on a nice day. Service was extremely friendly and fast. - Iced americano: 7/10 (a little too weak for my liking) - Chai latte: 10/10 We were pretty full so we only got coffee, but the cakes looked amazinggg. I'll definitely be back to get some cakes next time!

They have seasonal pastries/tarts. The summer one is my favorite because I love berries - their berry tart runs around $10. Fresh, clean and elevating! The interior is very cozy and has seats on both the 1st and 2nd floor. The atmosphere is very warm, light and bright. I notice a lot of cafes tend to be very bustling and busy by the counter and the seats but here it's not loud at all. The customers and staff are all very respectful and the energy is very clean and fresh!

I often find myself underwhelmed by French patisseries in NYC, but I finally discovered a standout on the Upper East Side--Patisserie Vanessa. This two-floor café features high ceilings, large windows, and plenty of seating. The pastry display feels more like an art gallery than a bakery--elegant and inviting. I even spent a few quiet, undisturbed hours there reading a book. ＊Le Charlotte Raspberry $9.75 Their signature dessert--and for good reason. The soft, ladyfinger-style edge added a refined touch. This is easily the best Charlotte cake I've had in a long time, with its airy texture, raspberry mousse, housemade raspberry jam filling, and fresh raspberries on top. I'll definitely be returning for more of their Charlotte cakes. ＊Le Choux Mango $9.50 A limited-time pastry. The bright, tangy flavor from the fresh mango compote was perfectly balanced by the smooth mango curd and choux pastry. I wish they still had the pistachio choux as I've seen it online before. ＊Iced Latte with Oat Milk $6.75 It was an expensive iced latte, but well worth it. I was amazed by how creamy and smooth the coffee was, and the serving size was generous. I didn't expect to get one of the better oat milk lattes I've had in the city from a patisserie, so it was a win.

One of the best things about NYC is the incredible food scene--you can always find something delicious no matter the hour. While looking for dessert spots with strong reviews, I came across Vanessa's Patisserie. What caught my attention were the unique mousse options and beautifully presented pastries. I stopped by on a Saturday afternoon, and as expected, the place was pretty packed--a good sign. The atmosphere was cozy yet buzzing with energy, and the pastry display was hard to resist. I tried La Charlotte, which was rich and beautifully balanced, along with a couple of Madeleines--light, soft, and just the right touch of sweetness. I also went for the dark chocolate mousse option, which didn't disappoint. It was smooth, intense, and perfectly decadent. To complement it, I ordered a coffee, and the roast was bold with a sharp, flavorful punch that cut nicely through the sweetness of the desserts. Prices are on the higher side, but that's expected for this part of the city, especially given the quality of ingredients and the care put into presentation. It's definitely a spot where you treat yourself, and it's worth it. If you're a dessert lover or just craving something refined and indulgent, Vanessa's Patisserie should absolutely be on your list. Come ready to enjoy and don't skip the mousse.

Expensive but very well made desserts. Worth trying everything on their menu. Took a while to order though

I am already planning another visit to Patisserie Vanessa. I had a delectable summer fruit tart that I took time to eat in order to savor every bite. A hot cappuccino accompanied this treat. I did see several more temptations as I sat facing the display but reminded myself that they could be eaten at future visits. I did take home a thick slice of marble cake which I enjoyed the next day. The service here is efficient and friendly.

I like how they have a very comforting bathroom and spacious. A lil upstairs in the cafe very cutesy and their ice mocha is very yummy. Canele as well, friendly service and I'm go back again.

They just have the best canele ever here (and the other items are good too). Perfection.

Service is 10/10 they helped us decide and pick the freshest option ambiance is cozy there's 2 floors but it's small and sometimes people sit and do their work laptops so don't expect any seating to be free during rush hour. i went in the evening and there was seating available. i got a raspberry tart and it hit the spot and he sure to get a cafe to wash it down. wonderful

This is a cute cafe, I recommend trying the pastries if you want to take a break from walking. I stopped by after visiting the Met. It was walkable, about 15 minutes from the museum. The area is very clean and more peaceful and quiet compared to other areas in Manhattan. The tarte was beautifully crafted and tasty. I ordered an herbal tea. The tea was pretty bland, I would try another drink off the menu next time. It was clean inside and staff was friendly. I do think the prices are high in general.

Food: This place specializes in pastries! Really wanted to fall in love with this place but I found the desserts they made to be on the dry side along with just average tasting coffee. I've tried multiple items from here to really give this place a go, such as some of their ladyfinger cakes, canele, cake citron and tropezienne. Cost: the price point is a little higher since it is a specialty pastry store in nyc. Environment: Interior was actually very cute- high ceilings with I love and the ambience was just so nice, clean, and fresh feeling. Service: Fairly quickly taken cared of- since the pastries are already all made and behind glass, just picking and choosing + any coffee order means even if there is a long line, it'll move pretty quickly. Uniqueness: Super cute pastry shop! Be aware, they do not have any wifi so if you wanted to come here to enjoy some pastry + coffee + work combo, you would either need to hotspot or go somewhere else.

I picked up some beautiful desserts from Pâtisserie Vanessa today and I can report that they taste as good (if not better) than they look! I pass by the window of this shop very often and the things in the case look like works of art. Today I tried three items: L'Ourson ($3.95)- this little bear shaped financier was my favorite! It doesn't look like much but I really enjoyed the valrhona chocolate dipped almond cake. What a treat! La Charlotte Absolutely Raspberry ($9.75)- the outside of this cake was a light sponge and it was filled with a raspberry flavored decadent whipped cream/mousse. There were several fresh raspberries as well. I wasn't anticipating I'd like this as much as I did! I like raspberries but I was really blown away by this. La Charlotte Dark Chocolate Caramel ($9:75)- if you enjoy chocolate, don't miss this dessert! The sponge was the same as on the other Charlotte and served as a nice contrast to the decadent interior. This one was filled with a rich dark chocolate mousse- on its own this would be delicious- but they took it to another level by including a crispy sablé feuilletine with a crunchy texture and then a layer of caramel that wasn't cloyingly sweet. Just delicious! I can't wait to return!

We stopped by Patisserie Vanessa for a little afternoon snack and I remembered how amazing their la Charlotte raspberry cakes were. So I ordered a little one to share. Seating during the afternoon indoors is very hard to find. They did have 3 little tables upstairs which we were able to snatch! So the view and ambiance was so wonderful. Enjoyed my little la Charlotte raspberry and spent some time enjoying the ambiance of this wonderful cafe. Perfect afternoon.

Cute small patisserie with authentic fresh baked goods for those with a sweet tooth. Friendly staff and nice seating area. We had the lemon cake, framboise macaroon, the bear almond cake with chocolate and their signature cinnamon pastry, all good and tasty. A little expensive and all pieces come in very small sizes but good quality.

Amazingly beautiful desserts! Bought for a celebration and everyone was in love! Even better that they deliver and I ordered same day and got delivery!

A very solid and cute bakery. Their mango pastry was really good as well as their raspberry mouse cake

Cute bakery! Nice bench seating by the window, good selection of fancy french pastries. The caramel macaron is delicious, as was the pistachio le choux. Definitely on the pricier side, though.

Stop for the ambience and chill vibes. Stop for the mind blowing flavors that hit your tongue. Stop and feel French-y. Stop and taste these delicious and fresh pastries that are airy and light. Stop and take a few pictures of the lemon tart and savory the basil mousse. A must try!

The hot chocolate here is sooo rich and creamy, and quite delicious! They also serve it with a little mini treat, which is very cute. The inside is very nice and there's some seating, however it is kept super hot in there. The service was quick and great.

One of my fav low key cafes. Designer pastries, exotic teas. A hot chocolate that I really need to try next. I love the decor, the spiral stairway with seating above looking down on the beautiful people congregating lululemon purchases, marriage and vacay spots. The staff are really pleasant give them a raise!

I absolutely love this location! Their Americano is my go-to, paired with the La Charlotte Lemon Vanessa. I don't typically go for tart lemon flavors, but this one was surprisingly delicious. A tip for anyone visiting--their pastries are fresher and (in my opinion) taste better if you stop by in the morning.

Came here on a Friday evening around 7PM, was not too crowded. We tried a La Charlotte raspberry, matcha latte and rose buds, lavender tea. The cake wasn't too sweet, raspberry filling inside was phenomenal! Definitely must try item when you visit here They have some tables set up outside for the street view! Very nice french bakery/ coffee in the UES

Came to check out this cute french coffee shop, that people have been raving about. When you walk in it's very clean, well organized, and smells delightful. They have a seating area upstairs as well and some tables and chairs outside as well. Its a pretty narrow area when you walk in and it does not help to have chairs and tables in the lower part of restaurant as when crowded like it was when I was there it gets very congested and hard to move around. I had ordered a hot chocolate to go. Just a regular one nothing special but with whipped cream. Not to mention this hot chocolate was $10.00 something plus tip so came out to be 11 something for a nothing at all hot chocolate. I wish it tasted better. I took a few sips I wanted to like it and not waste it but just was not doing it for me. It was pretty tasteless/ slightly bitter. It also took what felt like 15 min for just a hot chocolate to be ready. Yes, it was crowded but even so. When I ordered one of the staff there acted like she didn't want to be there. And kept giving me looks. The lady who took my order was nice and along with my hot chocolate it comes with a complimentary cookie of sorts. When I said I didn't want it due to my nut allergy. She then put the cookie back into the bowl where it came from. The owner/ manager was nice about it when he found out I couldn't have the cookie. All in all, it was nice to finally check this place out but I am not rushing back anytime soon.

We were planning to head over to Central Park and saw this beautiful cafe filled with people. We decided to step in and see what it was all about. I was blown away with the aesthetic pastries in the cafe and chose what I wanted to order quickly. We got the L'Ourson teddy bear chocolate and the La Charlotte Hazelnut. Both were delicious and exceeded my expectations. The other pastries looked just as good, but we could only order two because of how full we were from our meals. The service was great where the worker helped us with choosing the best dessert. There isn't a lot of seating, but people sit and leave relatively quickly. I would definitely recommend checking this place out! Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5

Patisserie Vanessa is a French bakery that has a beautifully-set up case with canelés, financiers, madeleines, cream puffs, etc. They also have seasonal items, too, so be sure to check those out. There was a line that was almost out the door, but we were able to squeeze in from the rain! We ordered: +a La Charlotte Raspberry - this was a little too sponge-y and the raspberries were slightly mushy; this was our least favorite +a Le Choux Pistache Vanessa - the house's classic choux chantilly with freshly roasted pistachios whipped into a ganache, topped with chopped roasted pistachio pieces; if you love pistachio, then this dessert is for you - th choux chantilly was delicious, and I loved the pistachio flavor and the bits! +and, a L'Ourson Vanessa - aka, baby bear in French; my absolute favorite! I was worried this wouldn't be good, but this was made perfectly! The chocolate coating on the back made this even better, not to mention this being super cute! The desserts weren't too sweet, which was great. Service was fast and efficient. The small counter with the coffee stirrers and the napkins needed tending to, as it was just wet and gross from all the coffee spills. I was a little nervous about not being able to find a seat, but a table did open up miraculously. There's also some seating upstairs, but there were some patrons, who were party of 1, who took up the whole table area... super inconsiderate. I'd love to check the rest of their pastries out! +L'Ourson Vanessa +Le Choux Pistache Vanessa +limited seating

A+ spot. The pastries are delicious, and so is the coffee. The employees are kind. They have 10 small cafe tables for 2, some outdoor seating, as well as a bathroom. It's also walking distance from Central Park. If all the Starbucks could turn into Pâtisserie Vanessa locations, the world would be a better place. I look forward to returning for more dessert.

Cute little bakery cafe in the UES. Very good croissant. I think they forgot to put the flavor in my coffee so it was just alright imo. Would still go back!

Great coffee and tasty vegan banana cake. They also have homemade herbal tea with lavender from Provence that I can't wait to try next time.

Great pasties and coffee. Lots of comfortable seating but does get busy. Tried one of their cakes and it was overtly tasty without being overly sugary.

This cafe has a nice vibe. It's cute, clean, and has French music playing in the background. There's not much seating, so it can get a bit cramped, but when there aren't a lot of people, it's a nice environment to get some work on a laptop or reading done. The tables are really small, so not a good place to do any paperwork/writing. The pastries we got didn't seem fresh though; they were a little disappointing for the price. Neither pastries were too sweet though, which was great. - We got the Le Choux Pistache Vanessa, which had a nice light pistachio cream. The pastry itself had an eggy/spongy interior, but it overall tasted a bit stale. The overall taste wasn't bad though. - We also got the King Cake ("A delicious, flaky puff pastry filled with Vanessa's classic frangipane almond cream"). There wasn't too much of a almond filling, and it was very flaky. Wouldn't get again because it didn't taste like anything special. The service was just alright. They didn't seem to enjoy their job. The one cafe tender there sighed obnoxiously when someone asked if they needed to bring the plates down the loft seating area or if they would come up to clear the tables. I know everyone has bad days, and maybe we caught this worker on a bad day, but she seemed annoyed and tired to the point where it was a little bit off-putting.

Super cute pastry and coffee shop. The French pastries are so good. I tried the raspberry cake and the caramel financier. They also have a great creamy matcha latte here that isn't overly sweet. Service was excellent as well.

So expensive but so delicious. Decadent. Best chocolate chip cookie. They use the best ingredients and everything looks beautiful. If you can get seating inside it is cozy and chic. On a nice day outside seating is lovely for sidewalk seating. Also nice that it's open later than some bakeries. You can walk here after the Guggenheim closes.

Authentic & awesome French bakery where the open kitchen provides a glimpse into fine French technique. This bakery is incredible!! There's even a few vgf options. Ate: Le banane vgf with vegan chocolate $5.39 Moist, flavorful. A knockout. There is lovely indoor & outdoor seating and it's such a special spot with pastries that are as French as can be.

I went on a Friday morning walk and stumbled upon this cute and bustling french inspired cafe. Upon entering, apart from the usual outdoor and main area seating, the second floor had two tables that sat two sets of parties. Note to self: great place to bask in the sun, read a book or get some work done. Service was great, latte prices were reasonable for a cafe in the UES ($5.25 for a small). The girl behind the counter recommended a few gluten free desserts for my friend. I got her the lemon macaron and she loved it! All in all would recommend just for the vibes!

Pros Outside seating Inside seating Traditional French pastries Clean aesthetics Soft French music Light French fares( quiches) Cons Frosty staff

Food is mid but high-mid. We got a mini lemon cake, cream cookie, white peach juice, and hot chocolate with espresso. Presentation was good, but I suspect this cost is passed on to customers. Service is appropriate, nothing special. Ambiance is "oh my gawd, this place is like soo cute, let's gossip loudly in California girl accent."

Food: 7.9/10 Service: 8/10 Ambience: 7/10 I ordered: - quiche with a side of salad - canelé (employee recommended) - la charlotte absolutely raspberry (employee recommended) I really liked the quiche but too pricey for me. I thought the la charlotte absolutely raspberry was okay. The canelé was very good. Seating is very limited and cramped so I wouldn't recommend for sit down. I would recommend for takeout if you're in the area and don't mind the prices.

I really really really wanted to love this place -- the aesthetics were on point! Truly the interior design was beautiful. White walls, clean minimalistic chic. But the desserts were really just alright. Madeleines were dry, all the cakes were average. I tried the mango, raspberry, lemon, and they were all dry, just with different flavors. I also second somebody else's review about the frosty staff, although I would give them a pass since it was a busy time. Maybe it was just an off day?

4.5 / 5.0 - A new, stylish French patisserie, perfect for the UES. There is limited seating, but with large windows and high ceilings, the space feels very open and airy. There are a couple of tables on the 2nd floor, too, overlooking the cafe. The staff was friendly and they had a selection of pastries including cakes, macarons, madeleines, cookies, croissants, etc. and drinks--mainly coffee. I wish they had more tea options. I tried L'Ourson ($3.50), which is a bear-shaped financier dipped in chocolate. It was cute, but the chocolate started melting, so may not be the best option for summer. I would like to try the croissants next time :)

Ambience honestly sucks. It's so cramped and all the customers are pretty aggressive and rude about seating Whoever took our order for coffee got it wrong and made it hot. When we corrected them they just put the hot coffee over ice. Didn't even shake or blend it. In general the food was not great and the vibes were not it

Yummy yummy pastries but coffee was alright! Their canele was superb, probably the best canele I've ever had because it was so chewy and fluffy the inside with a strong vanilla/egg-y flavor but the bottom had an additional layer of caramel crunch that paired so well with the chewy parts. Forgot the name of the other cake I tried but I loved the vanilla cream in the middle and the bits of sugar on top of the bread/cake. The drinks, on the other hand, weren't as exciting. The latte was ok, maybe with too much milk, and their cold brew was pretty standard but didn't stand out. Loved the aesthetics with the minimalist decor and cute cafe vibes. There isn't too much seating inside but there is a "second" floor. I liked being able to see their kitchen and see staff bring out new pastries. I also saw other people eating brunch foods so maybe I'd come back to try other things on their menu.

Very nice French patisserie (coffee and cakes to regular folks!) I have walked past a couple of times before realizing this had opened in this space. The windows are big and give a nice airy feel inside. Cakes and pastries are fancy, see the pics. They have a signature round mini cake which looks nice and they have many variations but I didn't try it this time as was grabbing something to go, and it looked a bit messy. I do hope they will add a few more regular pastries to their menu. There are seats inside and also a small upstairs area that looked nice. Also appears to have an on-site bakery attached- you can see through glass doors an oven and kitchen area. Perhaps when summer arrives they will be able to have tables outside and give a true Parisian vibe.

I've come by a couple times for a quick treat, the chocolate chip cookie and caneles were good. the seating is usually filled but very cute inside and out. I wasn't a fan of the chai latte but they have a large menu of drinks and coffee may be better. a great spot to grab a fancy dessert.

I swung by as i was desperate for an espresso and i was blown away at the quality. You would think we're in Paris... the espresso was so smooth i loved it. The teddy bear cookie was beyond me... i made come back just for another 10.

I used to love this bakery but the quality of cakes has gone significantly down since it became more popular. Once again the ladyfingers were dry and ruined the cake taste. The mousse inside has also become less airy. I even went earlier in the day to ensure that I'd go when the cakes were more fresh. Although the service was quick, I don't think I'll be returning.

Before the concert we had a few hours to hang around a decided to visit this little spot. It has nice ambiance but as for choice of pastries and quality- not that much. I noticed a lot of locals are stop by to grab 1 or 2 pieces and just snack there on their way wherever they are heading. We tried 2 pieces and hot chocolate- not impressed ands would not be my choice, sorry! Do not want to go into the details of quality but definitely not coming back . Exceptionally overpriced!

Came here on a rainy Saturday after seeing many people go in and out. The store is fairly small but has some sit down tables and chairs as well and a cute little second floor nook that has two little tables that overlook the store. We came around 3pm but all the baked goods were available and nothing was sold out. We got the marble cake, chocolate chip cookie, two of their mousse cakes. The marble cake was deliciously moist and so well made. Soft and not too sweet. The chocolate chip cookie was generously chipped. The mousse in the cakes were amazing. The only thing I could comment in is that the lady fingers to mousse ratio was a lot of ladyfingers. I wished there was a tad more mousse. Overall im excited to go back and try more of their bakes goods! Definitely a recommend if you're in the area.

I love this spot each and every time I go. Some of the best pastries I've had in the area.