The line outside "says it all" at this "venerable" Italian bakery, a "superior" pasticceria and East Village "fixture" since 1894 that's famed for its "amazing selection" of "authentic" cannoli, cheesecakes, rainbow cookies and other "old-school" favorites "made with love"; "reasonable prices" add to the "joyful experience" – no wonder diehards say it's a "must-go" for every sweet tooth.
Veniero's Restaurant Review:
Originally opened as a billiard parlor in the late nineteenth century, this East Village spot is put to much better use as a café and bakery. The desserts range from several varieties of cheesecake (try the chocolate chip), tiramisu and cannoli to Sacher torte. Seasonal delights like pumpkin cheesecake are anticipated months in advance; the pastries, such as the fruit tarts, never fail to...
This famous landmark was established in 1894 by its founder, Antonio Veniero, and has ce\been continuously owned & operated by the Veniero family since then. When Antonio operated his establishment, it was a pool emporium and caffé where he served his baked products to his customers. Later, the demand fo his Italian pastries and cakes won him awards in Rome, Bolognia, and at the New York...
Try the lush ricotta cheesecake and you'll know why people have been lining up here for 100 years.:
Choose from 40 feet of sweets at the takeout counter, or get a table inside one of two dining rooms. Marble floors and stamped metal ceilings do nothing to soften the caffeine- and sugar-charged...