Levain Bakery.

In 2 Shout NY guides.

1. Food + Drink

   The Best Bakeries in New York City

   Levain opened on West 74th Street in 1995 and made the half-pound cookie famous, underbaked in the middle and craggy on top.

   Go for: a chocolate chip walnut cookie, still warm, split two ways.

2. City

   The Upper East Side Guide

   Famous for its massive, six-ounce cookies, Levain has a cult following for a reason.

   Go for: The Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip cookie.