Financier Pastries

Financier Patisserie wasn't anywhere I could easily convince Tony to go. I mean, just look at the name! The logo even writes "Patisserie" in scrolling cursive. In name alone, I'm sure he suspected tiny plates, snooty waiters, and high prices. So when I suggested it for lunch, I was vetoed. We agreed on a Columbian place instead.

Out we headed into the sweltering Financial District, only to find that the curse of New York City real estate had felled the Columbian place. It was shuttered and locked, gone the way of thousands of other hopeful lunch joints.

By that time, we were starting to edge into Cranky-Hungry. That and the heat weakened Tony's resolve enough to give Financier Pastisserie a shot. Turns out: it was fantastic.

What We Had: 

• Le Parisian- ham, brie, and dijon mustard
• L'Italian- fresh mozzarella, prosciutto, arugula, basil pesto
• Raspberry Macaroons (FYI: they do have some Gluten free options for macaroons and other pastries)

What Tony Liked: 

• Buttery bread can sure make a sandwich. It can also make a heart attack, but that is a completely different story
• Window shopping at the counter is fantastic. Everything in the bakery counter looked amazing

What Katie Liked: 

• The hot pressed sandwiches were delicious! Buttery and warm and gooey- we ended up splitting our meals so we could have a taste of both. 
• The staff was very friendly. Even the bussers said hello and asked how everything was. 
• The cheese. I don't know which I liked better, the mozzarella or the brie, but both were creamy heaven. 
• Great portions. Much to Tony's surprise, the paninis were rich and filling and large. 

Financier Patisserie
62 Stone Street 
(Bet Mill Lane and Hanover Sq)
New York, NY 10004 

Telephone: (212) 344-5600

Additional locations can be seen here.