Bona Ventura

East Village · New York City

Smør Bakery

Street foodLocals' pick

A minimalist Scandinavian bakery on East 12th Street with some of the city's best cardamom buns (a hint of Earl Grey, sticky glaze) and a dark molasses Danish rye.

Address
437 E 12th St, New York, NY 10009
Hours
Mon-Sun 08:00-17:00 (Google hours via Wanderlog, 2026-10)
Best time to go
Morning · About 20 min
Price
Price not verified
Price level
$

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Good to know

  • Cardamom bun first, then a cheddar morning bun.
  • Weekend line moves fast through the tiny space; a Williamsburg branch also exists.

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