Molly's Cupcakes is one of The 15 Best Places for Cupcakes in New York City.

1. Molly's Cupcakes

8.8
228 Bleecker St (at Carmine St), New York, NY
Cupcake Shop · West Village · 254 tips and reviews

Jamay L.Jamay Liu: Really cute spot with swingset chairs by the bar, board games, books, and of course, delicious cupcakes.

Aasha F.Aasha Foster: Try the peach cobbler cupcake, it will change your life!!!!

Farooq A.Farooq Ahmad: By far the best cupcakes I've ever tasted. They have a certain moistness other shops don't come close to. The Boston Creme is my favorite.

Magnolia Bakery is one of The 15 Best Places for Cupcakes in New York City.

2. Magnolia Bakery

8.6
401 Bleecker St (at W 11th St), New York, NY
Bakery · West Village · 435 tips and reviews

Ray P.Ray P: The red velvet cupcake has a wonderful tender crumb an huge flavor. The slightly sweet whipped cream icing I a wonderful compliment. A+

Frank R.Frank Rimalovski: My kids think this place is heaven. Icing is a little sweet for my taste, but cupcakes, cakes & pies are all pretty damn good. Constant long lines, but move pretty quickly. (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more.

Andrea P.Andrea Plasko: Baked perfection! Cheesecakes, cupcakes, cakes, and all other baked delights are all amazing 😍

Sprinkles is one of The 15 Best Places for Cupcakes in New York City.

3. Sprinkles

8.5
780 Lexington Avenue (btwn E 60th & E 61st St), New York, NY
Cupcake Shop · Upper East Side · 199 tips and reviews

Jenelle S.Jenelle S: By far my favorite cupcakes in the city! They're always so fresh, moist, and fluffy, and never oily! (Like most of the other bakeries in NYC).

Ruby D.Ruby De la Garza: Red velvet is a must, the frosting is by far the best I've tasted before! The service is great and the ATM cupcake one of a kind!

Adriana T.Adriana Thompson: Vanilla cupcakes, love the classics. Coconut flavor on Mondays (get them early).

Sugar Sweet Sunshine is one of The 15 Best Places for Cupcakes in New York City.

4. Sugar Sweet Sunshine

8.4
126 Rivington St (btwn Essex & Norfolk), New York, NY
Cupcake Shop · Lower East Side · 248 tips and reviews

ModeliniaModelinia: Taylor Warren votes this bakery the best place in the city for cupcakes. She recommends the red velvet variety, and for $1.50 a pop it’s easy to stock up on seconds, and thirds!

ToshieToshie: Simple baked goods, nothing fancy but quite delicious. Must try the 'Sexy Red Velvet' cupcake and the 'Chocolate Bomb' Pudding! {Drool}

Brian D.Brian DeVito: Cupcakes are great (and CHEAP!) but if you're looking for something different, try their puddings. The banana beats Magnolia Bakery by a mile.

Little Cupcake Bakeshop is one of The 15 Best Places for Cupcakes in New York City.

5. Little Cupcake Bakeshop

8.4
30 Prince St (at Mott St), New York, NY
Cupcake Shop · NoLita · 320 tips and reviews

Gansevoort Hotel GroupGansevoort Hotel Group: A must try cupcake shop. Our favorites are the red velvet, the carrot and the "mott" street (a tiramisu inspired cupcake) which can all be washed down with some fantastic Illy coffee!

AntonioAntonio: Great little place for those with a sweet tooth. I had a carrot cupcake and it was excellent. Many more things to try. I'll be going back.

DorouliniDoroulini: Great variety of cupcakes! I tried the red velvet and it was really tasty and fresh.

Butter Lane is one of The 15 Best Places for Cupcakes in New York City.

6. Butter Lane

8.3
123 E 7th St (btwn 1st & A), New York, NY
Cupcake Shop · East Village · 167 tips and reviews

Roxxan H.Roxxan Hanson: Their season chocolate raspberry frosting is to die for!!! Best cupcake I've had in quite a while.

New York HabitatNew York Habitat: Their frosting rocks and for 3 bucks a pop, the cupcakes are well worth it. They also offer a cupcake class which is awesome if you're like us and not a great baker.

Leanne Z.Leanne Z: I have dreams about the subtle delicious and not overly sweet cupcakes here. Best ever.

Magnolia Bakery is one of The 15 Best Places for Cupcakes in New York City.

7. Magnolia Bakery

8.7
200 Columbus Ave (at W 69th St), New York, NY
Bakery · Lincoln Square · 280 tips and reviews

Gansevoort Hotel GroupGansevoort Hotel Group: What is not to love about the famous Magnolia Bakery? Try anything and EVERYTHING-- especially the cupcakes! They make a great treat and a well appreciated gift! We love S'mores and red velvet cupcake

Danielle N.Danielle Nicole: Don't skip anything, get everything. Especially the banana pudding, cakes, cupcakes, pie, and hot chocolate. Oh and don't forget the cookies and dessert bars.

Mohanad Z.Mohanad Zohair: Dark chocolate tarts and cupcakes are heaven

Billy's Bakery is one of The 15 Best Places for Cupcakes in New York City.

8. Billy's Bakery

8.1
184 9th Ave (btw 21st & 22nd St), New York, NY
Cupcake Shop · Chelsea · 209 tips and reviews

Melissa S.Melissa Struett: Billy's Bakery has delicious cupcakes. If you're not in the mood for a cupcake try their banana pudding its great also.

Brian M.Brian Masefield: Red Velvet cupcakes are perfect. "Ice Box" cake is a lethal no-no unless you bring your toothbrush to scrub all the sugar off of your teeth.

Allison H.Allison Heim: Order a piece of cake (banana!) and share it with a friend because the slices are HUGE. Icebox cake is ridiculous good. My favorite cupcakes are banana and carrot.

Baked By Melissa is one of The 15 Best Places for Cupcakes in New York City.

9. Baked By Melissa

8.1
109 E 42nd St (btwn Park & Lexington), New York, NY
Cupcake Shop · Midtown East · 38 tips and reviews

Dante' J.Dante' Johnson: When I eat these cupcakes I like to pretend I'm a giant and take little bites! Use your imagination! The cupcakes are so yummy!!!

IrinaIrina: Get a box of 12 bite-size cupcakes for just 10$: great to share with friends or to treat yourself :)

AditiAditi: PB&J cupcakes are the best!

Erin McKenna's Bakery is one of The 15 Best Places for Cupcakes in New York City.

10. Erin McKenna's Bakery

7.7
248 Broome St (at Ludlow St), New York, NY
Bakery · Lower East Side · 160 tips and reviews

Cindy T.Cindy T: Believe the hype. Babycakes makes superior treats. My favorite are the brownie cupcake and pumpkin cupcake (which is seasonal).

JevonneJevonne: The lemon ginger cupcake was a pleasant surprise! I also recommend the brownie cupcake...so rich and chocolatey.

Institute for Integrative NutritionInstitute for Integrative Nutrition: NYC’s very popular vegan bakery. Indulge in a gluten free cupcake or slice of cake, sweetened with agave, guilt free!

Buttercup Bake Shop is one of The 15 Best Places for Cupcakes in New York City.

11. Buttercup Bake Shop

8.1
973 2nd Ave (btwn E 51st & E 52nd), New York, NY
Bakery · Turtle Bay · 71 tips and reviews

KarenKaren: Cupcakes (vanilla/vanilla frosting; vanilla/chocolate frosting; red velvet) & brownies are out of this world!

Ashley H.Ashley Herron: Red velvet and the lemon cupcakes are amazzzzzzing but you can't go wrong with the classic vanilla cake and chocolate icing cupcake.

Mike F.Mike Friedlich: Cookie dough cupcake and classic chocolate cupcake were great!

Baked by Melissa is one of The 15 Best Places for Cupcakes in New York City.

12. Baked by Melissa

7.5
7 E 14th St (at University Pl.), New York, NY
Cupcake Shop · Union Square · 70 tips and reviews

Jessica H.Jessica Hall: Tiny, adorable cupcakes!! My favorites are Red Velvet and Mint Chocolate Chip.

REDBOOKREDBOOK: These truly delicious mini cupcakes have a cult following -- they're unbelievably good! Perfect for parties, they do double-duty as decor when you line a table with a colorful assortment.

Lucille Roberts | The Women's GymLucille Roberts | The Women's Gym: Baked by Melissa is perfect when you have a sweet tooth craving but want to limit yourself to just a bite or two. All the cupcakes here are teeny-tiny, bite-sized, and delicious!

Empire Cake is one of The 15 Best Places for Cupcakes in New York City.

13. Empire Cake

8.2
112 8th Ave (btwn 15th & 16th St), New York, NY
Bakery · Chelsea · 124 tips and reviews

Allison R.Allison Rihn: The best cupcakes I've had in NYC! The salted Carmel is my favorite. Mmmm

Isabella M.Isabella May: Amazing bakery, terrific cupcakes, stunning cakes!

Ksu K.Ksu K: The freshest and richest cupcakes!! Worth every penny, the service is always friendly and welcoming, and the fact that they're open late can't hurt either! Don't miss!

Huascar & Co Bakeshop is one of The 15 Best Places for Cupcakes in New York City.

14. Huascar & Co Bakeshop

8.7
453 W 54th St (10th Ave), New York, NY
Cupcake Shop · Hell's Kitchen · 12 tips and reviews

George R.George Ranalli: For a delicious and beautiful freshly baked treat, try Huascar & Co Bakeshop’s cupcakes and special occasion cakes.

Carlos R.Carlos Ramos: Campfire, Supreme, and Creme Brûlée cupcakes, mason jar flans and cheesecakes are amazing! Jumbo Chocolate Chunk cookies are huge and a delicious bargain. They make very nice birthday cakes, too.

Lenny G.Lenny Gallo: Surprisingly amazing cupcakes. Try the Carrot Cake.

Baked By Melissa is one of The 15 Best Places for Cupcakes in New York City.

15. Baked By Melissa

7.7
526 Fashion Ave (btwn 38th And 39th St.), New York, NY
Cupcake Shop · Garment District · 44 tips and reviews

Baked by MelissaBaked by Melissa: Come visit our location in the Fashion District! We suggest the Tie-Dye cupcake, because color is always in style! ;)

Alex P.Alex Perez: Try the Peanut Butter Fluff Cupcake of the month(April)!! Delicious! :)

Jorman G.Jorman Graterol: Try the Mini Stuffed Cup Cakes - #yummy #exquisite #fluffy #creamy