Some places you find because you smell them first. Café d’Avignon, a longtime favorite among New York City’s bread and pastry lovers, brings its French-inspired bakery offerings to Time Out Market Union Square. It’s known for artisanal breads, buttery croissants, and a commitment to traditional baking techniques, combining French craftsmanship with the energy and pace of New York.
The morning case is the star. Freshly baked croissants and pain au chocolat sit alongside fruit danishes and seasonal specialties, all made with an emphasis on craft. If you want something savory, the breakfast sandwiches and lunch offerings are served on house-made breads, so the bread itself carries as much of the meal as the filling.
It’s a rare counter that works at every hour. Stop in for breakfast on the way to work, grab an afternoon pastry when the day needs a lift, or pick up a grab-and-go meal when time is short. Café d’Avignon delivers elevated café classics made with quality ingredients, without making you slow down to enjoy them.
It also anchors the Market’s coffee and pastry offering, so it pairs naturally with a drink from the Market Bar. Order a coffee, add a croissant, and find a seat at the communal table. Come back for lunch and try something on house-made bread. It’s the kind of bakery that turns a routine stop into a small ritual.