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Levain Bakery

Levain is chock full of classic desserts such as double chocolate cookies and banana bread with chocolate chips. However, don't expect your average bakery here, as specialty yet finger-licking items are sold for fairly moderate prices here.

Address: 1484 3rd Avenue
Getting there: At East 84th Street; Subway: to 86th Street or to 86th Street; Bus: M15 or M15 Select Bus Service to 1st Avenue & East 86th Street (northbound) or 2nd Avenue & East 86th Street (southbound) or M86 Select Bus Service to East 86th Street & 2nd Avenue
Hours: Mon-Sat 7AM-9PM, Sun 8AM-9PM
Price: While the prices might seem expensive, the food here can easily fill you up with just a few bucks. Cookies cost only $4 each, while entire cookie boxes are sold from $27, while the loaves and other pastries cost $10 to $20
Website: levainbakery.com (opens in a new tab)

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