Cafés & Bakeries · Our pick in New York

Ferrara Bakery & Cafe

Italian pastry·Little Italy

Since 1892

About Ferrara Bakery & Cafe

Ferrara opened in 1892 and describes itself as the oldest espresso bar in the United States; it is run by the fifth generation of the family and known for cannoli and gelato (NYC Tourism).

Why it's on our list

  • Cannoli
  • Since 1892
  • Little Italy

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Ferrara Bakery & Cafe before you go.

What’s nearby

Distances from Ferrara Bakery & Cafe are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 15 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.

Key sights

  1. Brooklyn Bridge0.9 miWalk 19 minCycle 6 minCar or taxi 9 min
  2. 9/11 Memorial1.0 miWalk 20 minCycle 6 minCar or taxi 9 min
  3. Statue of Liberty ferries1.5 miWalk 30 minCycle 10 minCar or taxi 12 min
  4. The High Line1.5 miWalk 31 minCycle 10 minCar or taxi 12 min
  5. Empire State Building2.1 miWalk 43 minCycle 14 minCar or taxi 15 min
  6. Grand Central2.5 miCycle 16 minCar or taxi 18 min
  7. Times Square2.7 miCycle 17 minCar or taxi 18 min
  8. Rockefeller Center2.9 miCycle 19 minCar or taxi 20 min
  9. Central Park4.1 miCycle 26 minCar or taxi 26 min
  10. The Met4.5 miCycle 29 minCar or taxi 28 min

Location

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