A delicious symbol of Epiphany, the galette des rois sparks heated debate every year: frangipane for purists, flavored for the adventurous, or crown-shaped for the Provençal. Whatever your preference, the main thing is to enjoy it throughout January… and in New York, there’s no shortage of options. Several bakeries offer their 2026 edition with, as tradition dictates, a fève to slip inside before choosing the king or queen of the day.
Manhattan
This year, chef Dominique Ansel offers three different galettes: the classic with rich almond cream ($60, serves 6-8 people); pistachio ($65); and, only at Papa d’Amour, a galette with candied chestnuts and a touch of whiskey ($65). All have individual servings available for $10. Available through January 19th. Order here 48 hours in advance for pickup at the Soho boutique (189 Spring St. – (212) 219-2773_. Order here for the Flatiron location (17 E 21th St. – (212) 901-1015). And here for Papa d’Amour (64 University Pl. (917) 675-6151).
In Midtown, Pierre-Antoine Raberin aka l’Ami Pierre offers “one of the best galettes in Manhattan” to his loyal customers, with beautiful porcelain fèves inside that he hunted for at Paris flea markets. Serves 8, costs $44. L’Ami Pierre, 149 West 51st St. – (917) 639-3991.
Lysée‘s galettes des rois, from Korean pastry chef Eunji Lee, is made with a chocolate frangipane, ganache, and a chocolate sablé base. Available through January 26th, this galette serves 6-8 and is prices at $68. Lysée, 44 E 21st St.
At Aux Merveilleux de Fred, you’ll find a fluffy, plump brioche des rois filled with cream, either with or without rum. Available through January 31st. $26. Aux Merveilleux de Fred, West Village, 37 8th Ave. – (917) 475-1992; Midtown, 1001 6th Ave. – (646) 590-0263.
In Chelsea, La Bergamote will delight the neighborhood’s sweet tooths. Starting January 6th, they are sure to impress with their frangipane galette des rois in two sizes: for 4-6 people at $45, or 6-8 at $59. La Bergamote, 177 9th Ave. – (212) 627-9010.
The French Wink website, which specializes in French products, also sells a galette des rois from pastry chef Simon Herfray (Atelier Sucré). The galette is priced at $47 for six people and $57 for eight. You can order online now, with options for in-store pickup or delivery through January 31. French Wink – OCabanon, 245 W 29th St., New York.
Ladurée‘s pastry chef has created a jewel-like galette beautifully decorated and accompanied by a fève and a crown. The galette features a traditional frangipane filling and is available in three sizes: for two people at $9, for six people at $56, and for eight people at $74. It will be available through January 31. Order online or in store; there is no delivery option. Ladurée has seven New York locations.
Barachou offers a classic yet original galette in a rectangular shape. It serves 6–7 people for $59. Preorders available for pickup through the end of the month. Barachou: West Village, 15 8th Ave.; Upper West Side, 449 Amsterdam Ave., 646-398-7788.
In the East Village, Bread Story by Yann Ledoux makes three versions of galette des rois: a classic frangipane (6–8 people, $40), an apple version ($36), and a pistachio-raspberry version ($45). Available through the end of the month. Bread Story, 264 1st Ave.
L’Épicerie Boulud offers a traditional frangipane galette des rois (almond cream and vanilla), available all January. You can also order one to be delivered nationwide and bake it yourself for $49.55. Locations include One Vanderbilt (1 Vanderbilt Ave. at 42nd St.), World Trade Center (185 Greenwich St.), the Lipstick Building (885 Third Ave.), and 919 Café by DB (919 Third Ave.).
With four locations in Manhattan and Brooklyn, Millefeuille offers a traditional frangipane galette made with California almonds and hormone-free butter. Serves 6–8 people, $42. Available in store now and for preorder online, with a special offer for Frenchly readers: buy one galette, get the second 30% off with code FRENCH_GALETTE_LOVERS (online only). Millefeuille: 552 LaGuardia Pl.; 630 Flushing Ave.; 622 Vanderbilt Ave.; 2175 Broadway.
Miss Madeleine offers a frangipane galette des rois with a porcelain fève and a golden crown that bring back childhood memories. They are available in store or to order online. The individual galette is priced at $8.90, the medium size serving 4 to 6 people costs $21.90, and the large size for 8 to 10 people is $39.90. Miss Madeleine, 400 East 82nd St., 646-896-1227.
Brooklyn
In Brooklyn, Pistache is offering two flavors for its 2026 galettes des rois: an almond version that serves eight people and costs $52, and a pistachio frangipane version designed for six people at $50. The bakery also offers a brioche-style couronne des rois, traditionally enjoyed in the south of France, which serves eight and is priced at $54. These offerings are available through January 31. Delivery is possible, for an additional fee, throughout Manhattan, Queens, and Brooklyn. Orders must be placed at least 72 hours in advance, either by email at [email protected] or by phone at 917-597-8387 (Yvan). Pistache, 630 Flushing Ave.
Known for its croissants, Julien Boulangerie also prepares a beautifully flaky galette des rois. Serving six to eight people, it is priced at $42 and can be ordered online. In Brooklyn, the bakery is located at 186 5th Ave., Brooklyn (917-966-6079), with additional locations on the Upper East Side at 1247 3rd Ave. (212-401-1200), 1431 York Ave. (646-422-7455), and 1375 Madison Ave. (646-476-5040).
Brooklyn French Bakers offers a frangipane galette des rois that serves eight to ten people and costs $47. Made with inverted puff pastry and a richly flavored almond cream, it remains faithful to the classic French recipe. Inside, you’ll find a lucky croissant-shaped fève. Delivery is available in Manhattan and Brooklyn, or you can opt for in-store pickup. Orders can be placed online or by phone. Locations include 273 Columbia St. (332-250-0582) and 510 2nd St., Park Slope.
At French Tart Deli, pastry chef Laurent Chavenet prepares traditional, all-butter frangipane galettes for six to eight people, priced at a very reasonable $40. They can be preordered or purchased directly in any of the three shops located in Carroll Gardens, 306 Court St. (347-916-0014), Park Slope, 579 5th Ave. (929-276-3035), and Brooklyn Heights, 44 Henry St. (929-337-7888).
Colson Patisserie adds a subtle twist to its frangipane galette des rois by incorporating a touch of apricot jam. Offered in one size for six to eight people, it is priced at $44. Preorders are open for pickup through Wednesday, January 31. You can find Colson Patisserie in Park Slope at 374 9th St. (718-965-6400) and in Industry City at 253 36th St. (347-637-6676 ext. 2).
Charlotte Patisserie celebrates Epiphany all throughout January in Greenpoint. The bakery offers two sizes of frangipane galette, each accompanied by a fève and a crown. The small size is priced at $42, while the large version costs $52. 596 Manhattan Ave., Greenpoint (718-383-8313).
At L’Imprimerie, baker Aubin Bugeaud prepares a traditional galette that serves eight people and is priced at $60. For those who prefer a smaller indulgence, slices are also available at $8.50. The galette can be purchased in store or ordered via Uber Eats and Grubhub. L’Imprimerie, 1524 Myrtle Ave.
Queens
In Forest Hills, La Boulangerie de François offers a traditional galette des rois made with almond frangipane and all-butter puff pastry. Each galette is filled with a miniature porcelain Provençal santon and comes with a crown. It serves six to eight people and costs $52, while individual slices are available for $9.50. The galette can be purchased in store or ordered online. La Boulangerie de François, 109-01 72nd Rd., Queens (347-644-5606).
New Jersey
In Montclair, Le French Dad Boulangerie prepares a homemade puff pastry galette filled with frangipane and accompanied by a crown and a porcelain fève. Designed to serve six to eight people, it is priced at $45. Orders can be placed online for pickup throughout the month. Le French Dad Boulangerie, 10 Church St., Montclair (973-746-0288).
Just across the Hudson River, Choc O Pain offers a classic frangipane galette des rois that serves six to eight people and is sold for $45. Orders can be placed either online or directly in store. The bakery has several locations, including 157 First St., Hoboken; 1500 Hudson St., Hoboken Tea Building; 530 Jersey Ave., Jersey City; and 330 Palisade Ave., Jersey City Heights.
At L’Atelier du Chocolat, the galettes are filled with almond cream rather than traditional frangipane, resulting in a more intense almond flavor. Two versions are available this year: a classic recipe and the Galette de la Reine, which features a layer of melted chocolate for the most indulgent palates. Three sizes are offered, serving six people for $48, eight people for $64, or ten people for $80. Orders can be placed by phone or online, with in-store pickup available. Locations include 251 Newark Ave., Jersey City (201-332-9220) and 1 Path Plaza, Journal Square PATH Station (201-633-4883).
This article was originally published in French on French Morning. It has been translated into English by Valentine Marchou.
