Ceci-Cela
(Now Closed)Bakery and Dessert Shop$$$$
NoLita, New York
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Serious EatsJanuary 15, 2014This patisserie does a great croissant, but also try their gorgeous plum tart, frangipane-filled pear tart, or seasonal treats like a tiny, charming Bûche de Noël.
Kayla GibsonMarch 3, 2014Small quaint little bakery. Highly recommend stopping in on a break from shopping in SoHo for some pastries. Paris Brest and Napoleon are both worth it.
Croissants are the big draw... the pain au chocolat, ham & cheese and flat almond are my faves. Love the palmier when fresh—a perfect combination of butter and sugar that shatters with each bite.
Jon SteinbackJuly 8, 2015it's a hidden, super charming French bakery in the heart of soho. great for a coffee (and delicious croissant) meeting, with very reasonable prices.
Halstead PropertyJuly 11, 2013Known as the best croissants in NYC – you cannot forego the Pain au Chocolat croissant with its flaky, buttery outer layer and gooey chocolate immersed throughout the entire pastry.
Victoria DimJanuary 26, 2015This is definitely the most cozy cafe in NYC, so tiny and French! Croissants are good, but they don't taste like real fresh French ones.
Allie MahlerAugust 31, 2014One of the best chocolate croissants in the city. Sit in the back area (good for meetings) and they will bring everything to your table.
LocalBonusDecember 7, 2011Pastries and wonderful French atmosphere. Make sure to try the different types of croissants. They go great with coffee. Sign up for LocalBonus and earn points towards free pastries, cakes, and tarts. Read more
Linda ChowNovember 25, 2015Cute and cozy bakery. Love their wide assortment of desserts but the croissant and pear tart are my favorites.
Nina NiremaSeptember 28, 2012By far the best croissant I've had in the states. The loveliest French bakery - essentially a little transplant of Paris in Manhattan :)
Rafi SyedMay 5, 2012The croissants and pain au chocolat are both good, but the real gem are the little baguette slim sandwiches. Totally hit the spot and great on the go.
Kosha ShahOctober 15, 2014Amazing croissants! Giant ones! They run out quickly so get em while they are available!
Love love love their pastries (choc almond croissant is phenomenal!) and cappuccino :) I'm pretty much a regular here.
JeremyOctober 5, 2013Make sure to get a seat in the back. The food sells out fast but it is really good and really cheap.
Yoni ZloczewskiFebruary 29, 2016The Pear William cake is one of the more interesting and tasty cakes around.
ММJune 3, 2012Still the best in the city. You can buy the pastry frozen to be baked at home. AMAZING pain au chocolat!
Emanuel HahnMarch 18, 2014Best croissants in the city. They also have a real cool seating space in the back.- Wendy QiuFebruary 25, 2015Hands down best chocolate chip cookie .. better than birdbath bakery down the street.
The best espresso and croissant I've had since Paris. There are a few tables in the back, too!
Jennifer CoiaMarch 10, 2013Best chocolate croissant ever. Regular croissant also very good, but the chocolate was heavenly.
- BasakFebruary 3, 2016The back is very cute and perfect for a quick cappuccino and chat with a friend.
BollareApril 25, 2011This French bakery boasts perfectly frothy cappuccinos and lattes, and the(freshly baked!) almond croissants are always a treat!
Stephen YangJuly 19, 2012Cozy little French pastry shop hidden in soho. Bring a book and get comfortable in the back.
I AmosFebruary 10, 2010It's hard to go wrong here, but the Financiers, Linzer Cookies, and Paris-Brest are especially excellent. For a quick lunch, don't overlook the smoked fish sandwiches, usually in the fridge.
Cliktrips (Jen Amadio)April 25, 2011Great little cafe in Soho serving all sorts of coffee, teas, sweets and small plates w a quiet seating area in the back.
Absolutely adore this patisserie. Die for the éclairs & kill for the napoleons.
Anthony ZacharzewskiApril 12, 2016Relatively good croissants. No baguette - more a pastry shop than a boulangerie.
Pre-made sandwiches are a crazy good value for the neighborhood.
YBYDecember 24, 2012Good quality authentic French pastries but a bit overpriced! Try the Eclairs or Napoleons.
the hidden back room (it took me three years to realize it was there!) is great for quick lunches or mid-day meetings over tea
Kirsten PowerNovember 15, 2011Be sure to try the croissants ~ they're flakey and delicious and only $2 a pop!
Apricot Danish and large cafe au lait from Ceci is the perfect way to start the day. I wish they hadn't switched coffee brands from la colombe.
Russ KFebruary 12, 2012Wonderful Americanos and excellent atmosphere. Take a trip to a french cafe in Ceci Cela!
George CostaMay 9, 2013Okay, the Orange Brioche is kick ass good! Why do the high fat and high carb items always taste so good?
Chris BoardmanJuly 19, 2012Surprisingly cheap sandwiches. Seating in the back. Coffee and delicious things.
Gauri ManglikMarch 30, 2012Love the coffee and croissants. Super cute inside too. (4 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
Magnifique! Definitely my top French bakery at the moment. The croissants are good but the apple and plum danishes are outrageous.
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- 7:00 AM–9:00 PM
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- 7:00 AM–8:00 PM
(212) 274-9179
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