Opening hours
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
| Monday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Local time in New York: 7:53 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ.
Location & directions
112 8th AvenueNew York, NY 10011
About Empire Cake
Looking for a bakery in New York? Empire Cake is at 112 8th Avenue, New York, New York. It's part of our guide to 5,477 restaurants, cafes and bars in New York.
Empire Cake is open 7 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Night owls can stop by until 12:00 AM on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
Quick facts
- Category
- Bakery
- Address
- 112 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10011
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 10 AM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 10 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for bakeries and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Empire Cake’s weekday schedule with 84 other bakeries in New York. On a typical weekday it opens at 8:00 AM, close to the local norm of 8:00 AM and closes at 10:00 PM, later than 79% of them (typical closing time: 7:30 PM).
In total it is open about 98 hours a week, 21 hours more than the local median of 77. 95% of bakeries in New York open on Sundays, and Empire Cake is one of them.
Compared with 84 other bakeries in New York that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for bakeries in New York
Based on 12 menus with 244 priced items from bakeries in New York, the median menu item costs $5.25, and half of all items are priced between $3.60 and $7.50.
We don’t have Empire Cake’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what bakeries in New York typically charge.
Calculated from 12 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What bakeries usually offer
Across 104 bakeries in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 95% offer takeout
- 79% offer delivery
- 32% have dine-in seating
- 6% offer Wi-Fi
- 76% accept mobile payments
Ask Empire Cake directly to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Empire Cake there are 279 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 1,180 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (204), Bars & Pubs (131), Bakeries & Desserts (79), and Pizza (64).
Competition is strong: 17 other bakeries are within a mile and 94 within three miles. The closest is Noa, A Bakery, 0.2 mi away.
490 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Mediterranean & Middle EasternJack's Wife Freda< 0.1 mi
- ItalianChelsea Ristorante Italiano< 0.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiBlue Ginger< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeStarbucks< 0.1 mi
- AmericanThe Grey Dog< 0.1 mi
What to expect at a bakery
This group brings together bakeries, donut shops, ice cream parlors, frozen yogurt shops, dessert cafes, candy stores and specialty sweet shops. Bakeries usually open early and sell their best items before noon, while ice cream and dessert shops are busiest in the evening and on warm weekends.
What to order
- Croissants or morning pastries – freshest early in the day
- Donuts – classic glazed is the benchmark
- Cookies and cupcakes – easy to share or take home
- Pan dulce or Asian buns – bakery specialties from other traditions
Good to know
- Arrive early for the full selection; popular items sell out.
- Order celebration cakes several days ahead.
- Many bakeries discount day-old bread and pastries in the afternoon.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Empire Cake's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM. Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM; Thursday: 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 AM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Is Empire Cake open on Sunday?
Yes, Empire Cake is open on Sundays: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Where is Empire Cake located?
Empire Cake is located at 112 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10011.
Is Empire Cake open late?
Yes – Empire Cake is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Empire Cake?
There are 1,180 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Empire Cake. Nearby options include Jack's Wife Freda (< 0.1 mi), Chelsea Ristorante Italiano (< 0.1 mi), and Blue Ginger (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other bakeries near Empire Cake?
17 other bakeries within a mile. The closest is Noa, A Bakery, 0.2 mi away.
How much do bakeries in New York cost?
Based on 12 menus with 244 priced items from bakeries in New York, the median menu item costs $5.25, and half of all items are priced between $3.60 and $7.50.
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