In a city with enough food options to feed you for many lifetimes, it’s important to narrow down the must-visits. Cookies, in particular, have been the talk of the town recently, with a slew of (really good) new NYC bakeries popping up left and right—but the oldies are just as good as the newbies, and shouldn’t be forgotten about either. Enter: our list of the best cookies NYC has to offer, from tried-and-true classics from Levain to Radio Bakery and other buzzy newcomers. Some spots on this list will have you waiting in a long line with fellow hungry cookie monsters, while others are less crowded or have perfected their churn. No matter which route you go, you’re destined to be satisfied with whatever chocolatey warm delight you’re able to get your hands on. Without further ado, find our list below of the best of the best in New York City.
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