New York's Best Croissant - The 2026 Finale

New York's Best Croissant - The 2026 Finale

On Tuesday, May 19th, at 5th&MAD in New York, in front of a panel of professionals, the finest bakeries in the New York area will compete for the prize of Best Croissant in the City.

Sample all the finest croissants and other delicious pastries made by our finalists and vote on which bakery receives the People's Choice Award, while our judges award the Grand Prix.

You will also have access to a spreads buffet to accompany your tastings.

This is French Morning Media Group’s best (and tastiest) event of the year, and we want to see you there! Get your tickets before they're gone!

🥐 Finalists Announced! Find the full liste here

👨‍🍳 Jury members for this edition are:

Edan Leshnick from Breads Bakery (Winner of the 2025 Edition)
Raiza Costa, Multimedia Pastry Chef and TV host
Luke Frost, Pastry Chef (L'Ecole Valhrona)
Lucie Plaza, Chef of the Restaurant Benoit

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The 2026 edition of the Best Croissant contest is organized by French Morning and Frenchly , and made possible by the support of our generous sponsors Cacao Noel, Elle & Vire and Soulanges Mills / Moulins de Soulanges.

📸 Photos from our previous Best Croissant in New York events below, by LiAnn Grahm and Vicky G Creative