Magnolia Bakery
Bakery and Cupcake Shop$$$$
Midtown East, New York
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"Their banana pudding is to die for!"(35 Tips)
"Their red velvet cupcakes are delicious and banana puding."(10 Tips)
"Banana bread pudding was delicious."(3 Tips)
"Delicious cakes, cupcakes and famous banana puding!"(33 Tips)
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ℳ𝒶𝓎♍March 28, 2018I don't like bananas. And I don't like bread puddings but I love Magnolia's banana bread pudding with a passion. I LOVE EVERYTHING Magnolia! Cheesecake & cupcakes are incredible. Lines here are insane
safia rSeptember 3, 2016Loved that it was in the grand central terminal. Didn't have a chance to try the famous banana pudding but their cream cheese brownie was very good.
BelleAugust 3, 2011I always go for the flourless chocolate cake ($3.50 a piece) and the red velvet cupcakes. This place is found at the lower level of Grand Central station. Try to drop by while waiting for your MetroNo
Yeliz YilmazFebruary 28, 2019Signature banana pudding has changed the concept of pudding for me, soooo good. The pecan cheesecake was also delicious but I'd prefer the pudding.
ArtofLongNicksOctober 20, 2014This worths for many! Skip the whole thing and go for banana pudding and red velvet.. If you're waiting for a long line make sure they still have the pudding in there!
Adva Ebru TınazJanuary 19, 2019Red velvet cheesecake is ok. I left my comment for the pudding several years ago. And the rudeness also didnt change. Go girls!
Lilian LJune 16, 2017Summer 2017 banana pudding: June-Rainbow confetti, July-Magic Bar vanilla+toasted coconut+graham+chocolate chips, Aug-S'mores chocolate+graham+marshmallow fluff, Sept-salted-caramel dulce de leche
Michaela HanakovaApril 7, 2015Place you must stop by when you are at the grand central station. Good stuff. Ridiculously awesome cupcakes and Banana pudding.
Nazli OguzJanuary 31, 2016incredible banana pudding!But overall anything you can get is super tasty, caramel pecan cheesecake is my second favorite!
Delicious goods. Staff is too slow for my liking. Efficiency is definitely an issue here. They also messed up my cake order. I was VERY dissatisfied with that.
funky flavorNovember 3, 2016Historical and sex in the city trendy, come by for an airy like dough cupcake. Red velvet is to die for.
Allison EspositoSeptember 12, 2013Get the Grand Central Cupcake... then go upstairs, look at the ceiling, and see where their inspiration for the topping comes from :)
The Corcoran GroupApril 22, 2010On the lower level at Grand Central Station, go here instead and skip the lines at the famous West Village location. Watch as the expert bakers ice the many flavors of cupcakes right before your eyes.
Alyssa B.August 28, 2021Stick to the banana pudding. Altho disappointing how it’s sometimes served not as cold as you’d expect. Skip the cake- esp the red velvet, Sprinkles is waaay better. Even the choc is underwhelming
Bloomingdale'sAugust 12, 2010The bakery that began the cupcake craze is still the best. We suspect it’s the lick-your-fingers-to-get-the-last-bit-of-butter-cream frostings and fillings. They do a mean banana pudding too.
Cupcakes Take The CakeDecember 29, 2011Try the only at Grand Central marble cupcake, with a beautiful edible chocolate disc on top and marble cake on the bottom. A very classy cupcake.
Jason BrewAugust 30, 2015Everyone comes for the cupcakes and they are good, but the real star is the banana pudding
NahidJuly 9, 2014Lots of flavors, great presentation. Price starts at $3 and up. They even had peanut butter and chocolate flavored cake.
Lucas Cabral MacielAugust 29, 2011Zarkana Cupcake is surprisingly good. The Red Velvet is not that great (Crumbs and Bake My Cake do it better), but still a really good variety
Carol ClarkSeptember 7, 2011Their red velvet cupcakes are delicious, but I am in love with their cheesecakes even more! (And I used to work there, I should know!)- Chris ThurberOctober 26, 2014Deliciously rich treats from this awesome bakery under Grand Central. Always worth a visit.
Josue EvillaOctober 6, 2016Banana Pudding, obviously. The cake (chocolate!!!!!) slices are also great!
Ivan ZimnukhovApril 30, 20137(seven!) associates behind the counter take 10(ten) minutes to serve 2(two) customers, just coffee and pastry each. When I open my bag on the train, it's not what I ordered. Ughhhh.
Alice NamAugust 13, 2014Magnolia's banana pudding is the only banana flavored thing I eat. Try them!
Lauren HansenJuly 10, 2015I hate that I like this place after all the hype from SATC. The cupcakes are good, although not the most creative around.
Jacques ChiracOctober 20, 2015The banana pudding has a very Americanish taste. More educated palates will find it just acceptable.
Flor LudueñaJanuary 24, 2017Maybe I came here with too much expectation. I ordered the iconic red velvet cake, and was absolutely without flavor. The espresso was bad.There are better places in ny. I'm definitely not coming back
- Emily HaOctober 17, 2011Their banana pudding is to die for! My mom doesn't really like sweets but she LOVES their banana pudding.
Vanilla cake iced with chocolate buttercream departs from the usual. It's a treat.
Madeleine BaldwinJanuary 1, 2011Their red velvet cupcakes are to die for (as is just about everything else there) but be prepared to wait in line for a while.
I find the cupcakes to be the least exciting thing here. Try the icebox cakes.
HillelNovember 13, 2011Don't get the hot chocolate! It's made with syrup. Go upstairs to Financier, they have real hot chocolate.
BravoNovember 18, 2010Can anyone say Red Velvet cupcakes???? Oh My God.... (Christopher loves them) When Al and I are in the city it's a definite stop. -Caroline Manzo, Real Housewives of NJ
KirstenNovember 28, 2012I was disappointed with the cupcakes, after all the hype. The cake is too floury and the icing isn't much better... I can honestly say I've baked better from scratch, not being humble or anything...
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Magnolia Bakery
107 E 42nd St (42nd St & Lexington Ave)
New York, NY 10017
United States
New York, NY 10017
United States
Magnolia Bakery is a family-owned business where everything is made fresh from scratch on premises―all day, every day―using only the finest ingredients, specializing in old fashioned baked goods.
Closed until 7:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 7:30 AM–10:00 PM
- Sat
- 9:00 AM–10:00 PM
- Sun
- 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
(212) 682-3588
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Outdoor Seating
No
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