Padoca Bakery Cakes in New York
Site: http://www.padocabakery.com/
- Monday:7:30AM–3:30PM
- Tuesday:7:30AM–3:30PM
- Wednesday:7:30AM–4:30PM
- Thursday:7:30AM–4:30PM
- Friday:7:30AM–4:30PM
- Saturday:8AM–4PM
- Sunday:8AM–4PM
Had a super small wedding in Central Park in early January. Wed planned our big gathering before COVID-19 and wanted to keep our date and be safe. We ordered the Orange Olive Oil cake with mascarpone filling and buttercream. This is a delicious, moist, and dense cake. It was very rich, and very tasty. Padoca worked with a florist to get the look we wanted. They also delivered the cake exactly on time and for a very reasonable fee. I feel the price, the product, and service were perfect!
This bakery is one of my favorite places to have a good time in the morning grabbing a good coffee, the site is cozy, it offers free Wi-Fi, the coffee is very good and the pastries drive me crazy! But, I found that its expensive, or more specifically, overpriced. The staff have always a smile and are very fast with the orders. A good thing is that they have a card to stamp with your coffee order to get one free every 10 stamps. FYI: There is no bathroom.
Delicious gluten free options, especially their cheese bread and cookies. Coffee is good too. Liked them so much I purchased some items for the staff at the hotel I was staying at and got a gift card for a friend.
The pão de queijo is really delicious! Accompanied by a good cappuccino, its a perfect snack to savor while you take a break. Friendly staff is also to praise!
Padoca Bakery is one of my favorite places in NYC. Its perfect for caregivers who have loved ones getting treatment at MSKCC or other nearby hospitals. If you want to eat gluten free, there are options such as the DELICOUS PDQs and more. I really like the almond butter cookies too. The window seats look over to St Catherine Park where there is a lot of happy activity going on. Highly recommend!!
The PDQ, Brazilian cheese bread, is a dream come true for those who must be or choose to be gluten free. Delicious! Other gluten free treats include hearty PDQ sandwiches, soups, wonderful banana chocolate chip bread as well as plenty of selections that are not gluten free. The red velvet brownie is life changing!
I showed up in a snow storm and they helped me out. They have the most delicious red velvet brownies, didn’t even know they existed. Amazing place, thank you!
This is the second time we have ordered a cake from Padoca Bakery, and we hope to continue ordering in the future. Megan is so professional, a dream to work with, and very responsive. Everyone loves the cakes, taste and design. Always delivered right on time too ! Highly recommend Padoca Bakery, you won’t be disappointed .
Amazing pastry and coffee, sometimes they are out of macaroons (no wonder tho)
Nice options of breakfast of Brazil. You have to order the Pão de Queijo.
All I have to say is PDQ with bacon, egg, and cheese.Insanely tasty! Baked goods and coffee are out of this world as well. Red velvet fans meet red velvet brownies. Wow!
Love their coffee and their baked goods! Brazilian cheese breads and lemon cake are to die for! Also love their granola that they sell! Highly recommend!
I had a piece of Padoca cake at a reception at The Bowery Mission (nonprofit homeless services agency) last night and it was amazing! I took a bite expecting the typical birthday party cake taste and was delighted by its delicious flavor and texture (both the sponge and fillings). Havent stopped thinking about it since and would definitely recommend. I also learned later that Padoca made a point to deliver the cakes to The Bowery Mission to support the organizations work. Great business!
Got a great birthday cake here for someone - delicious and they were so helpful. Will be coming back soon.
I love this place! Whenever someone visits me from out of town I always bring them to Padoca. The food is delicious, the staff is friendly, and the atmosphere makes you feel instantly comfortable. I usually get the PDQ sandwich with bacon and a cup of coffee. Theyre both amazing! PDQ bread is also a must. Nothing but good things to say about Padoca Bakery.
Padoca is the best bakery in town! Not only are the staff friendly and helpful, but the baked goods are truly exceptional. The PDQs (Brazilian cheesy bread) are delicious and their cakes are perfect for any occasion. I highly recommend!
The food was delicious (I had the egg and bacon brioche) and so was the drink (hot apple cider). Id been meaning to stop by this bakery for a while and Im very happy that I did. The atmosphere is relaxing and the seating comfortable. The decorations (both festive and regular) are very cute. All in all, I think Ill be coming back!
Pricey, but unique and tasty! Their Brazilian cheese bread (pdk) tasted just like what I had when I was in Bolivia. Loved it. Their space is airy and clean, and the store hasnt been too crowded when I have visited. The staff has never been very nice, but honestly it doesnt matter after I take a bite of the food.
Bakery offers a selection of freshly baked breakfast loaves, muffins, pound cake. My favorite is the zucchini loave, moist and crispy on the edges. Their oatmeal soup is delicious!!! The Baristas are friendly and always get my latte right. They also have a good selection of lunch sandwiches. The place is small, bright and tastefully decorated.
Padoca Bakery is my favorite bakery in NYC! The food is delicious and the staff is wonderful and helpful. I am gluten-free and with the help of the staff was encouraged to try the PDQ (Brazilian cheese bread) and am so glad I did- its amazing!
Different bakery fare. Very delicious. Coffee is huge and great! Nice place to relax.
UES location worth stopping by if you are in the area
Nice place I have gone for my lunch break so far. Or maybe I was lucky since it was a holiday. Either way the coffee was good and they were offering free cookies. Yes please!! Did I see oatmilk as an option do you know how expensive oatmilk is to have put in the counter for everyone! Thank you!
The best best mocha oat milk lattes (hot and iced)! Staff is very friendly and already know my order which I love. The PDQs and and acai bowl are my favorite. Thank you Padoca :)
Great drinks and bakery items. Their hot apple cider is a certain hit on a cold day. Ours was excellent. Top choices are the PDQ Brazilian Cheese Bread and the Chocolate + Dulce de Leche Swirl. The cheese bread is light a fluffy. It is delicious. The swirl is like a mix between a chocolate crescent and a cinnamon roll.
The PDQs are delightful. Staff is very friendly and professional. The space feels welcoming and well-kept. A gem.
Hands down my favorite coffee shop in the city. Friendly staff that knows your name. The best coffee, modern and healthy pastry options. On par with prices at Starbucks. Have rewards cards if you’re into that.
Padoca is an absolute dream. I travel a major distance for the best aćai bowl I have ever had, Homemade granola, warm cheesy PDQs, Banana Bread and more! My go to bakery for birthday and everyday celebrations! Friendliest staff, I feel like home.
Ive never been to a real padoca, but for the rest of us normies, this bakery is friggin delicious. The PDQs are amazing and all of the other pastries I tried here were some of the best Ive ever had.Sunday brunch food is great as well, get yourself an avocado BLT on a PDQ. Youll be able to die happy.Let me tell you something else as an update! I recently needed some cakes for a few events I held. These things were the most delicious cakes Ive ever eaten. Had 4 different varieties. If you have a bday or an event where you need a cake this is a great go to. Also the staff in here are just delightful.
You really should try the PDQ, it’s amazing! And the place is so cozy. Must go!
Not a bad pastry cafe. Great for breakfast before going to work. Try it!
Absolutely horrible experience. I came here for breakfast on my way to work. I paid $14 for a breakfast sandwich and a simple drip coffee only to stand there for 15 mins seeing everyone else coming and going. I finally asked the status of my order only for them to have no idea about it. The lady at the register hastily gave me a coffee with no sleeve (so my hand was burning) and then promptly ignored me. Apparently only then did they start my sandwich, which took another 10-12 minutes. The staff was so uncaring & the only reason I didn’t cancel the order and ask for a refund was because I couldn’t get the attention of anyone else to help me. Needless to say I was late to work and ate a hastily thrown together mediocre breakfast sandwich. I recommend that you go to the next door bakery where everything is $2 and they take care of you.
We bought a chocolate cake , it was delicious 😋
Might seem odd to write a review for a bakery from which youve never sampled anything...I had to rush order something for a coworkers birthday and didnt end up going with Padoca but they tried to be SO accommodating and really tried to win my business. We ended up just having to get a store cake because of timing and work schedules but I really appreciate Megan and her team trying to do whatever they could to get me a cake in under 24 hours (including emailing me and calling me back and then me calling back when another cake fell through...oof). Will definitely be planning to order from them (which more advanced notice) in the future.
Amazing coffee, highly recommend the Honey Oat Latte. Also you would be a fool to come here and not try a PDQ.
Small, cozy bakery with several choices of naked goods. Try the Pao de queso, which is a Brazilian treat.Good experienceA tad expensive. Some people sit there for hours w/ their laptops, and phone, but otherwise it is a enjoyable place
Worst experience! Honestly was my first visit asked for a fresh chocolate chip cookie and I hear the baker saying sorry those are baked for tomorrow! Why would you have FRESH BAKED cookies for TOMORROW? What kind of service is this? And I asked for a latte after I ordered and paid for it they say sorry the steamer is not working would u like to order tea?? Tea? I asked for coffee and your telling me this after i ordered? Please learn how to treat your customers or you better just close this bakery! Careless service!
Padoca Bakery feels like a second home. The treats are delicious, the ambience is delightful, and the staff is warm and welcoming. I highly recommend the PDQs, açaí bowls, and cakes.
I ordered two lattes and two egg sandwiches to eat in. At first I was told there was only one egg left, but then they said they’d be able to make it no problem. For some reason one latte was given to me in a to-go cup and with one extra shot (which is how it was charged on the receipt). After ten minutes I inquired about the egg sandwiches, and was told they were still being made. Five minutes later I was given one of the sandwiches, and told the other was on the way. After another ten minutes I asked, and apparently it was not being made. I asked for a refund for the sandwich and ended up leaving after waiting for over 25 minutes.I don’t understand why it’s so complicated to make two lattes and two breakfast sandwiches. Also, if it’s going to take >15 minutes to make a simple sandwich at a counter service coffee shop when there’s no one else waiting then you may want to let the customer know.
Two words: Cheese bread. They are so addictive and one of the highlights of this bakery. The other baked goods are also excellent, especially the lemon cake. Good quality espresso coffee as well.
Delicious pastries (fruit scone is hearty yet fluffy; gluten-free chocolate banana bread is gooey but not overly sweet; apple cider donut is crisp and flavorful), kind and efficient staff, and clean, charming decor. Big windows to watch the world go by.
I love that now I can get my PADOCA FIX with their Nationwide Shipping.The PDQs make all the way from NY to L.A. and make my Family and Friends so happy.
My holidays were super incredible, all thanks to the amazing Pastries of Padoca Bakery!!! Delicious and very hard to find Sufganiyot with Dulce de Leche, cheese Puffs and Unforgettable Ginger Cookies, ohh can eat those every day!!!Thank you for making my holidays happy and sweet!!
You could rarely go wrong with their food. They have a Challah Avocado Toast that is to die for (and a lot of food for one person). On weekdays, its a traditional Avocado Toast topped with feta. On weekends, they serve it with egg and tomatoes. Its juicy and served on two thick slices of challah. I would always share that with one other person; too much just for one.
This is the place to get fresh Pan de Queijo (PDQ). They, also, sell it frozen. Apparently, The frozen one survived a trip to Russia with icepacks.Their other pastries are soo delicious. Orange and olive oil cake was very soft and moist. They gave me instructions on how to bake PDQ at home. They even have sandwiches made wuth PDQ. I believe PDQ Is vegetarian. Check with their staff, they woulx know.
This bakery is in prime location for business next to St Catherines Park where kiddos, moms, dads and nannies reign supreme also near major hospitals and clinics. In my judgement it lacks what is needed to make it a popular neighborhood staple. The seating area is small, there are no bathrooms for guests, def a more grab and go spot. Marketed as more of a gourmet style bakery, but I was underwhelmed. The PDQ ($2.75) was average; the small chicken empanada ($3.25ish) wasnt good due to bland flavor, needs to be warmed plus Im suspicious of meat that is left out unrefrigerated 😵 The saving grace is the chocolate cookie which was melt-in-your-mouth delicious!
Love the Brazilian PDQs here. Make sure to get it toasted or buy a frozen bag to take home. If you have time, get your coffee to stay in a mug, and read a book in the bright and cozy sitting area.
Always drop in here for my coffee when visiting to work at MSK. Friendly staff, quick service and good coffee (could be a little stronger but I should ask for an extra shot and usually forget) but I really come back for the pastries and other baked goodies which are awesome!
Great food, the Brazilian cheese bread (PDQ) is a must! The empdas are always freshly baked and amazing coffee. Definetly worth the visit.
Brazilians will be disappointed as nothing here resembles a real padoca (nickname for bakery in Brazil). Dont expect to find the combo pao na chapa and pingado here. But dont get me wrong: their bakery selection is decent with some brazilian products such as pao de queijo (cheese balls/puffs) and empadas (a kind of a shortcrust savory pie, not to be confused with empanadas). Expect a high price tag on everything.
Yum! PDQ bread is very delectable and love the omega 3 muffin, stuffed with yummy nuts and raisins. Its on the spendy side, but very nice way to treat yo self!
I love the cheesy bread rolls at Padoca! I think they’re called PDQs? Either way, if you’re in the area, you should stop by and try one. You can even ask the people behind the counter to heat them up for you!
Super friendly gal and so many delicious treats to choose from. I went with a mini pear muffin and the Brazilian cheese bread. Ill be taking a few goodies home with me as well.
Courteous and prompt service. Great Brazilian pastries- just sweet enough and wonderful flavors that remind me of the best of Brazilian baked goods but without the grease often found.
Love this place! I work in the area during the summer, and I go there every day before work. The staff is super friendly. The pastries and drinks are great!
This is a starting up place, so some of the desserts are good and some are not. The chef is really disrespectful. I wouldnt recommend working for them. They underpay stuff even if you have the certification to be the baker.
Consistently delicious pastries. Good coffee. Lots of food options including vegetarian. Good for a quick meeting, working on a laptop, studying. Free WiFi. Low key ambiance, clean, well lit.
There is absolutely nothing negative about this place. People working always smiling and polite. Coffees made to perfection and their desserts are amazing as well!
It was true flavors of Brazil right in NYC. Delicious drinks, friendly staff, nice decor.Try the cheese bread (pdq) if you arent sure what to get.
WE had a very bad experience with MEGAN SESIL who should never been working there. She is rude and direspectful.. She is not nice with we COSTUMERS and even the staff. Somenoe like her should never be in touch with costumers. Ill be contacting the owner and explaning to them what she has done.
I really love this neat tiny place. Has great European sandwiches and pastries. Natural juices and tea selections and a nice atmosphere.
The place is adorable! The Pão de Queijo (PDQ) is awesome, much better than the ones that Ive eaten in Brazil :)
A wonderful pão de queijo , capuccino, a lot of diferent kind of cakes and brazilian empadinhas .Nice staff, cool ambiance .I ll return.Congratulations, Marina !!
Their selection of treats and snacks is pretty decent and the food is good! Dont forget to also grab a cup of coffee!
PDQ is a MUST!!!! Im addicted to that and the red velvet brownie! Pricey, but the uniqueness of the place makes it totally worth it.
My favorite bakery in NYC - have loved every item Ive purchased + sampled. Im always going back for their PDQs
Great coffee, great staff and plenty to satisfy a sweet tooth or two!
I love it! I’m brazilian and the food here is just as good as the ones in Brazil. Keep up with the good work! Pao de queijo has my heart.
The cortado and PDQ were amazing!! Super fresh tasting! I wish they made brigadeiros too!
They have delicious pastries and coffee. The coconut cake and the chocolate babka are totally worth it!
I love it a-Latte.....no really they make an amazing latte and the food is great, staff is friendly....all around wonderful experience!
They have a really good example of brazillian cheese bread (pão de queijo,or PDQ), it is really expensive though.A real expresso cofee!
Cute spot, interesting assortment of baked goods and lunch fare. Nice place to sit and enjoy a cup of coffee.
Best staff!! There banana bread is my favorite!! If you never had a PDQ, go there now !!
Not exactly traditional like I expected but still delicious. However the seating is a bit peculiar. One seat is a swing set
The caramel latte is made with dolce de leche which is awesome. The prices are not that great but the products are really good.
Really cool brazilian/american bakery. Make sure to try the Coconut cake and/or the Pao de Queijo... both are incredibly good and well done.
Friendly staff and good coffee. Pastries are hit or miss but I like the egg brioches and the muffins.
The place is clean, food is tasty and great coffee too, but the etaff is not very nice, and its very pricey.
The Pao de Quiejo is exceptional. Insist on Getting it without filling and HOT (not luke warm).
Loved it. Good coffee and hot chocolate.
Nice place, but Ive had better coffees. Tasty cookies in a warm and cozy place.
I really like the coffee and baked goods here. I always try to come at least once when I am in NYC.
Good! Expensive! Also did not like that the Brazilian crew only wanted to speak English and there was no room to sit.
A charming spot with wonderful service and delicious baked goods!
Delicious baked goods and brunch egg sandwiches! Good juices too that arent too pricy.
Delicious bread here in their sandwiches. Good coffee. Small. No bathroom.
Amazing unique bakery. Has a lot of delicious options. I love the banana muffin
Really great place. Their lattes and cheese bread is really awesome.
Really like this place, but damn those PRICES! Its just a cheesy roll yall - dont price it like a cronut!
The people here are friendly and the coffee was good
Great Brazilian cheese bread. I wish you guys also had coxinhas. ;)
Nothing for breakfast.If you are looking for food this is not the place to go.Its good for coffee an cake.
Great place for a cuppa, and to meet friends. Friendly staff, and yummy treats.
Coffee is great, also their bakery products are delicious.
The friendliest staff in the neighborhood, plus great coffee and tasty treats.
Great counter staff! Delicious food! SOFT cookies.
Same great staff every day!! Consistent good coffee, love this place
Nice Brazilian style bakery, try the Pao de queijo is amazing
Decent bakery/cafe similar to Corrados on 70th and lex.
PDQs! Get a bag of frozen ones and make them at home, they are awesome.
Very friendly and helpful staff. Great decor. Great food.
SOOOOOO GOOOOOOOOD !!!!!Cheese bread is amazing and the Kale Caesar Salad is the best !
Great coffees, brioche, delectable sweets and service with a smile!
Best acai bowls and coconut pastries are amazing!!
Great coffee, friendly staffs and wonderful pastries
Coffee was great but the pastries are where its at!
Delicious coffee and best banana bread in the city
Nothing special other than a swing seat, a bit expensive
Brazilian cheese bread and coconut cake are a must!
Perfect little cafe!! So happy to pass by in the mornings 🤗
Small, expensive and barista are moody lol For real...
I love their PDQ and red velvet
Tasty coffee. Friendly staff. Zero pretentiousness.
The cakes were delicious! Well done!
Really disappointed because my food was cold and the service wasnt good.
Great service, friendly environment and amazing food.
Get the red velvet brownie. Repeat, get the red velvet brownie!
No Gluten free and Vegan food ☹️
Awesome little place. Great cheese bread👍
PDQs at AMAZING....just get one
Great coffee, great scone, fun music
Love their gluten free bread!!!
Amazing people making great food!
They were mean and didn’t serve beers
Excellent. Top notch. Hope to be back soon.
Good coffee and friendly service
A bit pricey. Food was OK.
I liked it!
Great cookies and muffins :-)
Great coffee and pastries
Takes me back to the Sambadrome.
Brazilian bread awesome
Try the breakfast sandwiches.
OMG!!!
Outstanding bskery
YUM
Get the cheese bread!
Awesome babka
Very expensive
Breakfast with oatmeal
Great spot
A very cool place with excellent options for both Brazilians and Americans. The cheese bread is excellent. The coffee well served and the super friendly attendants.
Great place to start the day with delicious cheese bread (PDQ) and good coffee.Perfect for missing a good cheese bread! :)
Nice Brazilians treats. Expect a good Cheese Bread and an excellent express.
I loved it! Very good Cheese Bread.
Customer service could be better!
🤮 not careful with Sandwis
Good day
The donut and coconut cake are excellent.
Cheese bread in the heart of NY
Best place
Total reviews rating 4.4
162 Reviews for Padoca Bakery Cakes 2023:
Review №1
2022-02-13Came here for the Brazilian Cheese Bread. It was a good hearty snack, that would probably good with a tomato soup.The place is a small cafe, no seats inside but the staff was really nice.
Review №2
2022-03-22The cheese bread is super delicious. The one with jam in the middle is out of the world. The apple cider donuts are my most favorite too.
Review №3
2022-05-06I ordered a birthday cake online for my daughters birthday last month. I had a few questions and emailed with Megan. The sheet cake was delicious. Everyone loved it. Megan was a pleasure and very helpful. A wonderful experience. I highly recommend Padoca Bakery
Review №4
2022-04-11Lovely neighborhood bakery! Came here for a birthday cake for my wife. Luckily they had a perfect carrot cake, just needed an icing piped-on message, which the friendly staff suggested. She enjoyed the surprise inside!
Review №5
2021-09-16Amazing cake!!! Delicious, fresh and not too sweet, which was perfect! Birthday girl was very happy;)Megan helped us on a short notice, and we are very grateful that she was able to make it happen for us!From the whole team at Bauer Dental Arts: THANK YOU!
Review №6
2022-03-08Padoca Bakery is a great find to have so close! Incredible PDQ rolls that are delightful stuffed with cheese inside these light rolls from Cassava flour, loaves of orange olive oil cake, banana chocolate chip, zucchini, and double chocolate chip. As well as birthday cakes - which come in chocolate, red velvet, vanilla, and orange olive oil cake with buttercream layers and frosting. They have gluten-free mini muffins, and lots of creative espresso lattes. The chocolate chip cookie dough and PDQ rolls are available frozen for people yo make at home!
Review №7
2022-07-17I was apartment hunting in the area and came in to ask if I could refill my water. The employees were so understanding and kind, they even gave me a free sample! Definitely check the place out, the food is delicious and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming :)
Review №8
2022-05-31First-The Brazilian PDQ rolls are divine…cheesy inside these delicious crusty rolls and such a treat that’s made out of cassava flour! I’ve been enjoying them since they appeared here on the UES…They’ve got amazing birthday cakes in orange olive oil, vanilla and chocolate cake with loads of buttercream frosting…As well as loaf cakes in chocolate chocolate chip, orange olive oil, zucchini (seasonal ), banana with chocolate chips to name a few…Try their special hot drinks - grandma’s milk ( with Dulce de Leche mixed in), and seasonal iced teas…
Review №9
2017-12-13This place has excellent coffee and pastries. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The food is delicious and creative. They are very inventive with their food items and there are plenty of creations here that you wont find anywhere else.The only knock is that the food is pretty expensive for what it is , but it is still generally worth it.PDQ is their bread filled with cheese , which is a great snack !
Review №10
2018-08-21Great smooth coffee and delicious fresh homemade treats (you can see the baking rack behind the counter). Gluten free and vegan options. The people that work here are so genuinely welcoming and friendly. So refreshing, you guys are the best. They remember you if you come back! Nice cozy seating area and WiFi too.