William Greenberg
6 people recommendvia r/FoodNYC, r/AskNYC6 comments cited below
What people say, in short
William Greenberg is repeatedly recommended for black-and-white cookies. One visitor ranks them above Orwashers, while another describes them enthusiastically. A commenter suggests the mini versions for sharing. Another calls them the best but not exceptional, giving the praise some nuance.
Address
William Greenberg Desserts, 1100 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10028
At a glance
- Signature dishes
- Black and white cookies, Mini black and white cookies
- Best for
- Desserts
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The evidence
Every point below is paraphrased from a real public comment, ordered by how much the community engaged with it. Caveats and negatives are kept in — follow any link to read the original for yourself.
- Recommendsu/JayMoots in r/FoodNYC · Nov 2024taste
Suggests William Greenberg or Orwashers for black-and-white cookies.
- Recommendsu/SimbaPenn in r/FoodNYC · Nov 2024taste
Ranks WG slightly above Orwashers, though would be happy with either.
- Recommendsu/NYEDMD in r/FoodNYC · Nov 2024taste
Recommends it specifically for its black-and-white cookies.
- Recommendsu/JelloDarkness in r/AskNYC · Oct 2025taste
Suggests a box of mini black-and-white cookies there, since they're good for sharing.
- Recommendsu/Electronic_Elk1721 in r/AskNYC · May 2026taste
Believes this bakery's chocolate babka is decent, though unsure.
- Recommendsu/Party-Veterinarian60 in r/AskNYC · May 2026taste
Praises the cookies from that bakery as heavenly.
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Details last checked 11 Nov 2026. Recommendations reflect what people said at the time; confirm current details before you go.