Colomba bakery — Restaurant in New York

I discovered Colomba through the Too Good to Go app and it is the best find by far. So, good, that I’m writing this review while eating the last bit of the most delicious savory pastry - it seems to be focaccia bread (thinner than normal) topped with an egg, cheese, fresh cooked spinach, and, the part that made it irresistible - puff pastry on top. I took it to go and reheated it in my air fryer over at 400 for 1 min and it was crunchy along the edges, puff pastry perfectly toasty and flaky, and the rest flavorful and soft. I also toasted the banana bread I received in the air fryer - delicious crunch edges, soft inside, and lots of nuts. With lots of coffee shops trucking their pastries in, Colomba’s pastries show the extra care they take - I imagine this will become my go-to place for pastries and sandwiches (not to...

What a wonderful addition to the neighborhood! I typically stop by a few times a week, and really appreciate the warm and welcoming staff. Not too many places where you’re greeted with a ‘good morning/good afternoon,’ and then an easy chat about what’s happening in Washington Sq park or the cute dog passing by. My favorite (so far) is the apricot croissant - it’s the best combination of a flaky pastry with a touch of sweetness from the apricot jam. I recently tried the raisin roll, and I’m telling you to get it - asap, if there’s any left. A crunchy loose swirly roll with the right amount of raisins in each bite. Grab one of the best cappuccino in the city and enjoy the rest of the day with...

I love coming here for peace and quietness in the morning. More importantly I get to practice my Italian; my gratzis and chaos. Amazing people work here and even better coffee and food is served here. After I read and do my research I tend to head to the park which happens to be right across the street, where I can hear the piano man play. Any way this is a great place to start your morning off with great conversations, calmness (calma), and more significantly great...