At 224 W 55th St, The Bar brings together the art of slow-fermented bread, hand-laminated pastries, and a curated grocery of pantry essentials — all within the warm embrace of Midtown Manhattan.
1987
Founded
40+
Artisan Breads
Daily
Fresh Bakes
The Bar opened its doors in 1987 on the quiet corner of West 55th Street, born from a conviction that New York deserved a bakery that refused to rush. Every morning before dawn, our bakers begin with stone-ground flour, naturally leavened starters, and a respect for time that cannot be hurried.
Today, The Bar remains independently owned — a sanctuary for those who believe that a properly laminated croissant, a crusty country loaf, or a carefully sourced jar of preserves can transform an ordinary day. Our grocery section complements the bakery with artisan cheeses, small-batch olive oils, and seasonal selections that change with the calendar.
Handcrafted Daily
Every item made from scratch, in-house, each morning.
Community First
A neighborhood gathering place since 1987.
From the oven to the shelf, every offering at The Bar reflects a commitment to quality that our guests have come to expect — and rely on.
Sourdough, ciabatta, fougasse, and seasonal varieties — all leavened naturally and baked to a deep, crackling crust. Our starters are over two decades old.
Butter croissants, pain au chocolat, kouign-amann, and seasonal fruit tarts — each layer hand-folded, each batch baked fresh before dawn.
Artisan cheeses, small-batch preserves, imported olive oils, house-made pasta, and seasonal selections — everything we'd want in our own kitchen.
Single-origin espresso, pour-over, and house-made beverages — paired with your pastry for the perfect midday pause.
Birthday, wedding, and milestone cakes — designed in consultation with our pastry team and baked to order for your occasion.
Host your next gathering in our intimate dining space. Custom menus, curated pairings, and the warmth of a true neighborhood bakery.
We don't bake to fill shelves. We bake to fill moments — the first bite of warm bread, the quiet ritual of morning coffee, the celebration that deserves something made by hand.
Whether you're stopping in for a morning espresso and a fresh croissant, picking up a loaf for dinner, or planning a private gathering — we're here for you.
Address
224 W 55th St
New York, NY 10019-5201
Phone
(212) 956-7020Hours
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