Levain Bakery brings the welcoming appeal of a neighborhood bakery and cake shop to 2 W 18th St in New York City.
Known for breakfast, it offers a convenient place to begin the day with freshly prepared bakery favorites and coffee, whether you are stopping in before work, meeting someone for a quick morning treat, or picking up something to enjoy later.
With its focus on quality food, warm service, and everyday convenience, Levain Bakery makes it easy to turn a busy schedule into a more enjoyable experience.
Customers can choose from delivery, on-site services, and takeaway options, making Levain Bakery a practical choice for many occasions. Whether you prefer to enjoy your order at the bakery, take it with you, or have it brought to your home or workplace, the flexible service options are designed to fit your plans.
The quick-visit format is especially convenient for guests who want a satisfying breakfast, coffee, or bakery selection without a long wait. Credit cards and debit cards are accepted for straightforward payment.
Accessibility is an important part of the customer experience, with a wheelchair-accessible car park and wheelchair-accessible entrance available for added ease and comfort. This commitment to convenience, combined with a strong customer rating of 4.70 out of 5 from 1,538 reviews, reflects the positive experience many visitors have had.
Located in New York, NY 10011, Levain Bakery is ready to welcome both local customers and visitors to the city. For questions, orders, or additional details, call +1 646-974-5901.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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Our signature cookie is packed with semi-sweet chocolate chips and chunks of walnuts, so every single bite is as good as the one before. Huge, thick, and gooey but crisp on the outside.
The ultimate chocolate cookie - dense, chewy, and dangerously rich. Crafted with extra dark French cocoa and semi-sweet chocolate chips, these cookies are guaranteed to satisfy even the biggest chocoholic.
Huge mounds of oatmeal cookie – golden-brown on the outside yet delightfully soft on the inside – are crammed with plump baked raisins. Rich and buttery, these cookies are a decadent version of a traditional favorite.
As if chocolate and peanut butter weren’t already the perfect combination, we mix our rich, extra-dark chocolate cookie dough with delectable nuggets of smooth peanut butter chips to create a cookie that is guaranteed to make your mouth water.
PLEASE NOTE: this is one cookie (not two, sorry, we know the name can be confusing!). Two types of chocolate in one (1) cookie! Not a nut fan? This "Two Chip" Chocolate Chip Cookie may be for you. Decadent and delicious, it's crispy on the outside with a satisfyingly thick and gooey center. Every bite is packed with two different types of rich chocolate chips. Please note: this is one cookie (not two, sorry, we know the name can be confusing!).
This seasonal cookie combines gooey caramel chips, fresh shredded coconut and melty dark chocolate in a rich, buttery crispy-yet-chewy cookie that’ll make you wish spring could last forever!
Our vegan, gluten-free cookie features chunks of crunchy walnuts and semi-sweet vegan chocolate chips. Baked with a rich and creamy butter that’s made from cashews, it’s a plant-based take on the classic Levain cookie — one that everyone can enjoy. Please note — this cookie is baked alongside our regular cookies, so we can’t ensure they won’t contain traces of gluten or other allergens. This cookie contains walnut, cashew, almond and coconut allergens. This cookie is also a little more crumbly,
Inspired by the beloved classic dessert, our Carrot Cake Cookie is packed with freshly grated carrots, sweet apricots, creamy white chocolate chips, and crunchy pecans.
Our classic Cookie Assortment includes one of each of our original 4 cookie flavors: Chocolate Chip Walnut, Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip. Sorry, no substitutions!
When you’re in the mood to indulge, this is the cookie quad of choice. With Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Walnut, Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip & Two Chip Chocolate Chip, this bundle serves up the most decadent cookies in our recipe repertoire. Chocolate-y, gooey and chewy, this bundle is a sure-fire way to please even the most discerning of palates.
Celebrate spring with a cookie assortment that captures the season’s freshest flavors. Our Spring Garden Party Assortment features two limited-time favorites — Lemon Cookie and Carrot Cake Cookie — paired with our beloved classics Oatmeal Raisin and Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chip.
You don’t have to play favorites anymore. We made this box for all the people who really love chocolate… whether that’s a classic chocolate chip cookie loaded with chips, or a chewy, decadent, almost brownie-like cookie. Consider this the ultimate indulgence. Each gift box contains an equal mix of Two Chip Chocolate Chip cookies and Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip cookies.
Elevate the joy of Levain cookies with our signature tin — a delightful gift that combines 8 iconic cookies and a lasting memento in our classic blue hue. **Please note: The tin minimum is 7 cookies. To receive a full tin, please add 8 cookies.**
Elevate the joy of Levain cookies with our signature tin — a delightful gift that combines 12 iconic cookies and a lasting memento in our classic blue hue. **Please note: The tin minimum is 11 cookies. To receive a full tin, please add 12 cookies.**
Includes chocolate chip walnut cookies, dark chocolate chocolate chip cookies, oatmeal raisin cookies, and dark chocolate peanut butter cookies. Total of 16 cookies, serves up to 28.
Includes nut-free dark chocolate chocolate chip cookies and two-chip chocolate chip cookies. Total of 16 cookies, serves up to 28.
Elevate the joy of Levain cookies with our exclusive tin celebrating 30 years of baking and friendship — a delightful gift that combines 8 iconic cookies and a lasting memento. **Please note: The tin minimum is 7 cookies. To receive a full tin, please add 8 cookies.**
Nothing reminds us of home quite like sweet banana bread. Ours is baked with plenty of ripe bananas and semi-sweet chocolate chips - an irresistable combination!
Traditional poundcake with a lemony twist. Ultra moist and glazed with a fresh lemon syrup, this bread with make your taste buds sing!
A traditional sour cream pound cake with a charming twist. Our cinnamon brown sugar swirl "smile" is a heartwarming favorite. Featured on The Cooking Channel's Unique Sweets.
Our answer to the chocolate croissant. A dreamy blend of buttery brioche and sweet dark chocolate. Featured on the Food Network's Roker on the Road.
Moist, sweet, and loaded with fresh blueberries, these muffins are among our most popular items.
Nothing reminds us of home quite like sweet banana bread. Ours is baked with plenty of ripe bananas and semi-sweet chocolate chips - an irresistable combination!
Traditional poundcake with a lemony twist. Ultra moist and glazed with a fresh lemon syrup, this bread with make your taste buds sing!
A traditional sour cream pound cake, with a charming twist. Our cinnamon-brown sugar swirl "smile" is a hearwarming favorite. Featured on The Cooking Channel's Unique Sweets.
Soft, buttery brioche filled with sweet cinnamon. An incredible addition to breakfast or afternoon tea.
Amazingly delicious and moist, these treats are sure to make a scone lover out of anyone. An added bonus - these beauties are low in sugar!
Simple, rich, and delicious, this traditional French bread is just as lovely on its own as it is with a jam or butter spread.
Marinated cherry tomatoes with a balsamic glaze on an everything baguette .
Black Forest Ham and Provolone cheese with whole grain dijon mustard on a sesame seed baguette.
Turkey and white cheddar layered with fresh arugula and creamy garlic aioli on a sesame baguette.
Roasted tomato and Parmesan Flatbread made with tomato marinade, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and parmesano reggiano
We use the same delicious dough as our baguette to create a sandwich-ready size and shape. Our go-to bread for morning toast!
A dense whole wheat loaf, packed with walnuts and dark and golden raisins. Incredibly versatile, this bread pairs equally well with nut butter, jam or cheese.
We combined whole wheat, sesame seeds and rolled oats to create a delicious, nutty flavor. A long time favorite for those in search of a hearty whole grain loaf.
A Tuscan-style loaf that boasts a crusty exterior and a soft, chewy center. Great to dip in olive oil or use for panini. No fat, very low in salt.
A must-have for any picnic! Our baguettes are soft and chewy with with crisp, golden brown crust.
Simple and, oh so, satisfying. Fresh sweet butter and seedless raspberry jam slathered on a crunchy baguette. A traditional favorite and a real crowd pleaser.
The perfect dinner companion, these rolls are as good as it gets. Crunchy and golden brown on the outside, with a soft, chewy center.
The same healthy, delicious dough as our loaf, but smaller. Great for breakfast on the run, served alongside dinner, or as a delcious snack with nut butter or cheese.
Creamy burrata layered with fresh tomato and peppery arugula, finished with a rich balsamic glaze, all served on a toasted "everything but the bagel" baguette. Serves 12
Thin-sliced Black Forest ham and provolone cheese with a touch of whole grain Dijon mustard, stacked on a soft sesame seed baguette. Serves 12
Turkey and white cheddar layered with fresh arugula and creamy garlic aioli on a sesame baguette. Serves 12
Start your day with fresh-baked blueberry muffins full of plump whole blueberries, signature scones, and buttery brioche with a side of jam and butter. Includes 5 blueberry muffins, 5 oatmeal raisin scones, 3 chocolate chip brioche, 3 cinnamon brioche, 5 oz butter, 5 oz jam
Have it all — enjoy our signature banana and coffee cakes, along with a seasonal loaf so there’s something for everyone. A delightful accompaniment to coffee and a sophisticated alternative to birthday cake, it’s a perfect platter for morning meetings, afternoon pick-me-ups and evening fundraisers. Includes 5 slices banana chocolate chip loaf cut in half, 5 slices sour cream coffee cake cut in half, 5 seasonal slices cut in half
Why choose one when you can have them all?!? Our classic Cookie Assortment includes one of each of our original 4 cookie flavors: Chocolate Chip Walnut, Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip. Includes 4 chocolate chip walnut, 4 dark chocolate chocolate chip, 4 oatmeal raisin, 4 chocolate chip peanut butter.
Why choose one when you can have them all?!? Our classic Cookie Assortment includes one of each of our original 4 cookie flavors: Chocolate Chip Walnut, Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip. Includes 7 chocolate chip walnut, 7 dark chocolate chocolate chip, 7 oatmeal raisin, 7 chocolate chip peanut butter
When you’re in the mood to indulge, this is the cookie quad of choice. With Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Walnut, Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip & Two Chip Chocolate Chip, this bundle serves up the most decadent cookies in our recipe repertoire. Chocolate-y, gooey and chewy, this bundle is a sure-fire way to please even the most discerning of palates. Includes 4 two chip, 4 coconut caramel, 4 dark chocolate chocolate chip, 4 chocolate chip walnut
When you’re in the mood to indulge, this is the cookie quad of choice. With Caramel Coconut Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip Walnut, Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip & Two Chip Chocolate Chip, this bundle serves up the most decadent cookies in our recipe repertoire. Chocolate-y, gooey and chewy, this bundle is a sure-fire way to please even the most discerning of palates. Includes 7 two chip, 7 coconut caramel, 7 dark chocolate chocolate chip, 7 chocolate chip walnut
You don’t have to play favorites anymore. We made this box for all the people who really love chocolate… whether that’s a classic chocolate chip cookie loaded with chips, or a chewy, decadent, almost brownie-like cookie. Consider this the ultimate indulgence. Includes 8 dark chocolate chocolate chip, 8 two chip
You don’t have to play favorites anymore. We made this box for all the people who really love chocolate… whether that’s a classic chocolate chip cookie loaded with chips, or a chewy, decadent, almost brownie-like cookie. Consider this the ultimate indulgence. Includes 14 dark chocolate chocolate chip, 14 two chip
This assortment celebrates our first cookie and our newest cookie—a “something old, something new” tribute to our heritage. It features White Chocolate Macadamia: White chocolate, macadamia nuts, and a sweet, crunchy, buttery perfection and our OG chocolate chip walnut.
This assortment celebrates our first cookie and our newest cookie—a “something old, something new” tribute to our heritage. It features White Chocolate Macadamia: White chocolate, macadamia nuts, and a sweet, crunchy, buttery perfection and our OG chocolate chip walnut.
Includes 6 Organic Valley 1% low-fat milks and 6 Organic Valley chocolate milks. Serves 12
Our vegan, gluten-free cookie features chunks of crunchy walnuts and semi-sweet vegan chocolate chips. Baked with a rich and creamy butter that’s made from cashews, it’s a plant-based take on the classic Levain cookie — one that everyone can enjoy. Includes 12 vegan/gluten free
Includes 7 cookies of each signature flavor (Chocolate Chip Walnut, Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Oatmeal Raisin and Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip).
Fresh-baked artisanal loaves are pre-cut and served with 4 Divina spreads to mix and match. The perfect pairing for your charcuterie board, this comes with fig jam, caramelized onion spread, butter and raspberry jam! Includes 1 whole wheat walnut raisin loaf, 1 country boule, 1 whole grain loaf, 5 oz butter, 5 oz jam, 5 oz fig jam, 5 oz caramelized onion spread
Move over Parker House rolls — no dinner party is complete unless it starts with fresh-baked brioche, walnut raisin rolls and country rolls with salted butter and jam. Includes 6 plain brioche, 6 whole wheat walnut raisin rolls, 8 country rolls, 5 oz butter, 5 oz jam
To some, it’s a “baguette with butter & jam” — to those in the know, it’s a BB&J, and this is a platter full of them. Show everyone why it’s a sensation so you can tell them, I told you so. Includes 18 mini baguette butter, and jam sandwiches
96 oz Canyon coffee, 2% milk and almond milk, assorted sugars
30 v-sac branded bags to take your extra cookies home with you.
We Partnered with our friends at Sniff to create Mornings at Levain, a deliciously comforting candle to capture the warm bread and nutty dough coming out of the oven at sunrise. With sea salt, cookie accord, chopped walnuts, creamy orcanox, and fluffy musk, you'll feel the warmth of that first batch feeling.
Our signature cookie is packed with semi-sweet chocolate chips and chunks of walnuts, so every single bite is as good as the one before. Huge, thick, and gooey but crisp on the outside.
PLEASE NOTE: this is one cookie (not two, sorry, we know the name can be confusing!). Two types of chocolate in one (1) cookie! Not a nut fan? This "Two Chip" Chocolate Chip Cookie may be for you. Decadent and delicious, it's crispy on the outside with a satisfyingly thick and gooey center. Every bite is packed with two different types of rich chocolate chips. Please note: this is one cookie (not two, sorry, we know the name can be confusing!).
The ultimate chocolate cookie - dense, chewy, and dangerously rich. Crafted with extra dark French cocoa and semi-sweet chocolate chips, these cookies are guaranteed to satisfy even the biggest chocoholic.
As if chocolate and peanut butter weren’t already the perfect combination, we mix our rich, extra-dark chocolate cookie dough with delectable nuggets of smooth peanut butter chips to create a cookie that is guaranteed to make your mouth water.
This seasonal cookie combines gooey caramel chips, fresh shredded coconut and melty dark chocolate in a rich, buttery crispy-yet-chewy cookie that’ll make you wish spring could last forever!
Huge mounds of oatmeal cookie – golden-brown on the outside yet delightfully soft on the inside – are crammed with plump baked raisins. Rich and buttery, these cookies are a decadent version of a traditional favorite.
There’s nothing more iconically New York than a black and white cookie. To celebrate our new bakery in Flatiron, we’re going back to our roots with a Levain take on the delicatessen delicacy. Baked with extra dark cocoa, semi-sweet chocolate chips, white chocolate chunks and a whole lotta New York attitude, it’s a two-color treat that means you don’t have to pick favorites. As Jerry Seinfeld once said of the B&W, “If people would only look to the cookie, all our problems would be solved.” Agreed
Coffee Toffee is a limited-edition, first-of-its-kind cookie with rich notes of vanilla, espresso and caramelized chocolate-covered toffee, it’s sweet but not too sweet and actually a bit savory. This cookie brings depth and delight to the winter doldrums, so cozy up and embrace it while it’s here.
Our vegan, gluten-free cookie features chunks of crunchy walnuts and semi-sweet vegan chocolate chips. Baked with a rich and creamy butter that’s made from cashews, it’s a plant-based take on the classic Levain cookie — one that everyone can enjoy. Please note — this cookie is baked alongside our regular cookies, so we can’t ensure they won’t contain traces of gluten or other allergens. This cookie contains walnut, cashew, almond and coconut allergens. This cookie is also a little more crumbly,
Hear from our valued guests
THICC COOKIES. Love them - not too sweet and quite filling! Great place to go if you love big cookies.
I would get so fat if I lived near this Bakery because oh my god these are maybe the best cookies I've ever had. They are warm and absolutely melt in your mouth. I went on Saturday and the two chip chocolate chip cookie was so good that I returned Sunday to try the black and white chocolate chip cookie. It was even better than the one Saturday. I haven't stopped thinking about these cookies since! Will definitely be back the next time I'm in the city!
These cookies are so good, they’re basically a drug 😮💨 we went twice during our NYC long weekend and can’t get enough! I absolutely love the oatmeal and raisin and my boyfriend loves the choc chip- but honestly they’re all great! …
My favourite treat to get when in NYC. I literally dream about these cookies. When I visit, I usually buy one cookie to enjoy on the spot and I buy a second one to take back home with me to Montreal (and we're spoiled with pastries and treats here). The cookies are reasonably priced for what you get (a full cookie in one sitting is a lot!). The classic is my favourite but the double chocolate is also AMAZING! I bought a tin this time too as a souvenir and thought it was reasonably priced. The service has always been good at the different locations I've been to. Highly recommend - get all the cookies!!
I’m generally not a fan of chocolate chip cookies, but Levain is definitely worth trying. I had their classic chocolate chip cookie with walnuts, it was very soft, made with real chocolate, and extremely sweet, so I couldn’t finish the whole thing. The place was pretty crowded, but the staff was very welcoming and did their best to make everyone feel taken care of
There is something magical about eating a chocolate chip cookie no matter what time you eat sweet one. At this bakery, the first bite hits the soft sweet spot: the chocolate still a little melty, the cookie warm enough that can feel it soften between your fingers. This makes it unforgettable is the way it blends the sweetness and comfort with each bite. It is just a simple delightful treat with every bite. Cheers!
Levain Bakery is a must-visit for cookie lovers 🍪✨. Their cookies are thick, gooey, and absolutely irresistible, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with flavor 🤤. The chocolate chip walnut is a fan favorite for a reason! The place itself is simple and cozy, with that amazing fresh-baked smell as soon as you walk in 😍. Prices are a bit high, but the portions are huge, so it’s totally worth it 💸. Quick verdict: come for one cookie… leave wanting five 😅🔥
Levain Bakery — This was my first time visiting this particular location. I’ve been to the Upper West Side shop several times before (the one that usually has a long line outside) and have always had a great experience. This time I tried the Chocolate Chip Cookie, Blueberry Muffin and also got an extra Dark Chocolate Chip Cookie to take with me since it’s a personal favorite. Everything was just as good as I remembered very fresh with excellent balance in flavor. The cookies in particular had that perfect texture slightly crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. Overall a consistently high-quality spot that I would confidently recommend for desserts.
Levain Bakery is an absolute legend in New York City. From the outside, it looks simple and charming — but once you taste their famous cookies, you instantly understand why people line up for them every day. The chocolate chip walnut cookie is unforgettable. Thick, massive, slightly crisp on the outside and incredibly gooey on the inside. Every bite is rich, indulgent, and perfectly balanced. The texture alone makes it stand out from any other cookie you’ve ever tried. The bakery has a cozy, authentic feel. The smell of freshly baked goods fills the air, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Despite the constant crowd, the staff remains friendly, efficient, and well organized. The portions are generous — one cookie is practically a dessert for two! It’s the perfect treat while exploring the city or a must-stop destination for dessert lovers. If you’re in NYC and want to try something truly iconic, Levain Bakery is non-negotiable. Simple concept, extraordinary execution, and unforgettable flavor. Highly recommended
Levain Bakery in New York absolutely lives up to the hype 🍪✨ We tried the famous Original Chocolate Chip Cookie and it was honestly incredible - warm, gooey, rich, and just next level. Definitely one of the best cookies I’ve ever had. We also had two cappuccinos, which paired perfectly with it and made for a really nice little break. We were lucky enough to grab one of the very limited indoor seats (there are only a couple of tables), which made the experience even better since we could sit down and really enjoy everything. Even though we were already quite full from earlier stops, we shared one cookie just to try it and it was 100% worth it. We would have loved to try more. Great selection of cookies, super tasty drinks, and overall a really great experience. We’ll definitely be back 🍪☕️✨
Common questions about Levain Bakery
Levain Bakery is located at 2 W 18th St, New York, NY 10011, United States, New York, NY, United States.
You can reach Levain Bakery by calling +1 646-974-5901.
Levain Bakery has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 1538 customer reviews.
Levain Bakery features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance.
Levain Bakery features the following service options: Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway.
Levain Bakery features the following offerings: Coffee.
Levain Bakery features the following dining options: Breakfast.
Levain Bakery features the following crowd: LGBTQ+ friendly, Transgender safe space.
Levain Bakery features the following planning: Quick visit.
Levain Bakery features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards.
Levain Bakery features the following parking: Paid street parking.
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