Magnolia Bakery - Central Park South

3.7
483 reviews

About

Cupcake Shop

Location

Magnolia Bakery - Central Park South
1794 Broadway, New York, NY
10019, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.7
483 reviews
5 stars
228
4 stars
95
3 stars
48
2 stars
35
1 star
77

What are people saying?

AI-generated from customer reviews

Banana Pudding

The banana pudding is widely praised as delicious, creamy, and a must-try for visitors.

Service Issues

Numerous customers reported rude and dismissive service from staff, leading to a negative experience.

Product Quality

While many desserts are enjoyed, there are complaints about stale or poorly made items, particularly cakes.

Atmosphere

The bakery has a cute and lively atmosphere, especially with outdoor seating near Central Park.

Pricing Concerns

Some customers feel the prices are high for the portion sizes, particularly for the banana pudding.
  • CM
    Christian Maggio
    6 days ago
    3.0
    I must say that I left with great enthusiasm, I bought a red velvet (cake not good but very good buttercream), I took a banana pudding but nothing exceptional. The name in this case is not directly proportional to the quality, finally I would say to the saleswomen please a smile you are in New York!
  • AD
    A D
    Nov 1, 2025
    5.0
    Small shop, but staff is amazing. Same taste everytime!!
  • BW
    Bjoern Wirth
    Oct 31, 2025
    4.0
    Viel Hype um nichts!? Das Ambiente im Laden ist gemütlich und es gibt eine große Auswahl an Gebäck. Preislich liegt die Magnolia Bakery eher im oberen Bereich, die Qualität der Produkte rechtfertigt das aber nicht immer ganz. Der Service ist oft freundlich, aber es gab auch mal unaufmerksame oder gestresste Mitarbeiter, gerade zu Stoßzeiten. Insgesamt: Gute Auswahl, ein berühmter Banana Pudding und nette Atmosphäre, aber manche Produkte sind für meinen Geschmack eher durchschnittlich und zu hochpreisig. Daher solide 3,5 bis 4 Sterne.
  • AA
    Alessandro25
    Oct 17, 2025
    5.0
    Dovevo assolutamente provare il banana pudding di Magnolia, e questa sede vicino al mio hotel mi è piaciuta molto: c'è tantissima scelta, i ragazzi sono gentilissimi e sono disponibili anche i cucchiai per l'asporto! Il banana pudding era cremoso, dolce, con pezzi di pan di spagna(credo) all'interno. Davvero ottimo. La carrot cake invece mi è piaciuta di meno, ottimo il frosting ma l'impasto non mi ha convinto. Porzioni enormi, e in totale ho speso 15$ Assolutamente da provare per un turista, Consigliato!
  • GG
    Grenadina Grenny
    Oct 5, 2025
    1.0
    Very unpleasant experience. I came at 9:15 PM to buy a banana pudding. Not only did they rudely tell me that there was no banana pudding left, but also said: “Choose something else or leave.” When I calmly replied, “Okay, I’ll take another one then,” they said they were already closed and that I needed to leave quickly. I stepped outside and sat at a table, but then the Black cashier came up to me again and told me to get out because they were closed — even though Google Maps clearly shows they’re open until 10 PM. This kind of rude and disrespectful attitude toward customers is unacceptable. I came here specifically to try their famous dessert, but left with a terrible impression.