There's no better way to explore Chinatown than to simply wander around. I was craving a zongzi, but it was difficult to find online. As luck had it, and just when I was about to lose hope, I stumbled on this shop. I poked my head in and found, to my delight, the treat I was looking for. As soon as I came in, I had a good feeling about the place. The shop owner kept the zongzi in a steamer, so it came to me piping hot. The lotus leaves were fragrant. The rice was hot and sticky. The pork was delicious and so was the salted egg. The peanuts added a nice, nutty texture to it all. I'm so glad I found this place. I will definitely come here again to order more of the zongzi. read more

46 - The menu. I ordered the peanut, pork, and salted egg zing - Desserts Near Me - New York, New York

Used to be good but it's not the same as back then. I had to wait a long time to get some service as the lady was busy tending to someone else who couldn't make up their mind. The other workers who came out from the back just looked at me and ignored me. I came here to get the tofu pudding but it was really watery and not as much tofu. The ginger syrup is tasty though. Sadly I don't think I'll be back for the tofu pudding read more

46 - Desserts Near Me - New York, New York

I love 46, which carries so many of my favorite Chinese items. Navigating the tight space can be a challenge and always makes me feel more rushed when all I want to do is slowly savor and peruse their goods. They sell frozen items like steamed buns, as well as fresh hot items, fresh steamed sweet treats, and their own soy milk. I like their black sesame steamed buns (frozen). Their fresh tofu pudding, black sesame soup, and tea eggs are all solid. From what I have seen, they are one of the few places to even sell the black sesame soup fresh, so that alone makes it a real gem for me. Prices are slightly more than what you might for comparable items at other Chinatown locations, but the quality is good and reliable. Service is quick, friendly, and efficient. read more

one of my faves holes in the wall by canal. Amazing fresh sweet tofu pudding/taho/douha. Service is quick and kind.

After lunch in Chinatown, we stumbled upon this hole in the wall for some dessert. I got a small cup of Tofu Pudding ($3), which was delicious. It was still warm even when I got home 2 hours later. It comes with some syrup to pour over the silky tofu to give it a nice sweetness (otherwise, the tofu is very bland). There's lots of other yummy goodies like frozen dumplings, buns, mochi, noodles and more here too! read more

46 - Small Tofu Pudding. - Desserts Near Me - New York, New York

A Super hole in the wall! It looks nondescript with single item menu papers hanging around. They're known for their soy bean milk, lotus wrapped rice balls and mochi like desserts. Also! They sell bags of frozen dumplings if you want to stock up on some yummy dumplings at home. Whenever I go to dim sum, my favorite thing is lo mai gai so when I saw the variety of lotus wrapped rice here naturally I had to try. I ordered the vegan one mushroom/tofu and the pork peanut combo. Both are super sticky and flavorful. I just wish the mushroom one was bigger! It's a tiny drop but with a ton of mushrooms. So if you're going for that one, get a few:) so delicious! I also tried some desserts. The herbal black sesame mochi in a shape of a flower and little dumplings filled with custard. Both were just okay. The soy milk was pretty good though but next time I'll try the herbal tea. Love that they have the non sweetened options. Overall very tasty! The service is great -- if you have questions they'll help you navigate the choices since they don't have one solid menu. AND it's very affordable. I got 2 lotus wraps, 2 dessert containers and soy milk and it was around $13. Perfect place if you're balling on the budget. read more

46 - Glutinous rice with mushrooms and tofu! (Vegan lotus wrap) yummm - Desserts Near Me - New York, New York

What a throwback this place is for traditional comfort sweets. The tofu pudding is hot, silky and has a nice clean taste. Very comforting for $3!! I also picked up a few packages of cookies to bring to relatives so we will see how they are. Love this old school place and if you are a fan of tofu pudding, come here! Cash only. read more

46 - Amazing! - Desserts Near Me - New York, New York

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Love this place! The food is always fresh and their service is so friendly, patient, and helpful! Their tofu dessert is good, but I do wish they provided more syrup. The ratio is a bit low. This is a grab and go place with drinks, frozen food options, freshly steamed desserts, and zongzi. read more

Always come here for some herbal tea, tofu pudding, and some the round rice cake things. I even left some stuff when I was leaving and when I realized and called back they said I can pick it up the next time I'm there. So nice! read more

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This spot & the women who runs the shop are so sweet. This is my go to spot for tofu pudding & brewed tea to go.

Come here if you want some childhood snacks and desserts (tofu fa, grass jelly, putzai go, sweet rice cake, tea eggs, zongzhi, etc) I love their tofu fa. You can get it either hot or cold. I also like that they give you more than 1 syrup if you get a large. For $5 it was not bad at all. read more

46 - Large tofu fa $5 - Desserts Near Me - New York, New York

Initially, I was planning to visit Fong On, but after reading reviews suggesting changes to their tofu pudding, I decided to come here instead. The choice was well worth it! I ordered a large, hot dou hua (tofu pudding), which came in a sturdy plastic container. Freshly made each morning, the pudding was incredibly smooth and came with a gingery brown sugar sauce on the side, perfectly complementing the delicate tofu. I also couldn't resist trying their tea egg, marinated to perfection with a rich soy sauce flavor. And the freshly made, unsweetened soy milk was especially nostalgic; it had a deep soybean flavor that took me back to the days of buying fresh soy milk from street vendors in Taiwan. While I didn't get a chance to try their famous zongzi (sticky rice wrapped in bamboo leaves) this time, the aroma was incredible, and I'll definitely be back for it. With no seating, this narrow takeout-only spot is ideal for a quick stop. Service was fast and no-nonsense, and they take credit cards. Affordable and packed with authentic flavor, 46 Mott is a true gem for anyone looking to indulge in traditional snacks and desserts in NYC's Chinatown. read more

46 - 2 tea eggs, small soy milk, large tofu pudding - Desserts Near Me - New York, New York

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Great tofu pudding, herbal jelly, and other tasty goods. Very friendly service as well! read more

46 - Soy Bean Milk, Herbal Jelly - Desserts Near Me - New York, New York

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I'm a fan of the soy milk and tofu desserts here. Haven't given the zongzi a try yet, so hope to do that next time.

A truly hidden gem in the city! Happened to learn about this place from a friend who frequents the shop for their rice noodles, which they made for us so we knew the quality was good. We have since been back numerous times for noodles, frozen goods, fresh soy milk, and pastries! Everything is fresh and well-flavored. We got the wintermelon pastries yesterday and were worried about it being too sweet, but it was just right! Prices are also very reasonable (we purchased the wintermelon pastries, which come with 3 small pastries, a pack of rice noodles, and a soy milk all for $8). They also take credit card, which is a plus as well! read more

Love this place for their ready supply of Bai Tang Gao, white sugar cake, that my Filipino heritage calls "puto" and the nice Chinese ladies who work the counter, know the word "puto" to my delight! The place has a huge yellow "46" emblazoned on the front canopy sign, so you can't miss it. I love puto/ BaiTang Gao, so this place is an easy fave. Bai Tang Gao is so soft, like a medium-firm gelatin that you can eat with your fingers if you like, and I like! read more

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Not only is the food here exceptional, but the customer service is equally outstanding. It's rare to find a place that offers generous portions for under $5. This small business takes pride in making most of its products by hand, and the quality shows. The store appearance reminds my childhood. We can't thank them enough for their kindness and dedication. The soy milk is pure, made without unnecessary additives--you can really taste the natural soybean flavor. I only wish I lived closer or that they would open a location near me! read more

Super affordable and really nice staff! I've gotten tea eggs, rice rolls, soy milk and tofu pudding here and enjoyed every item. Very reasonably priced! I got two large soy milk for under 10 and they were fresh and lightly sweetened. For the tofu pudding they always ask white or brown sugar, I prefer the brown as I think it has a more gingery taste. The staff also care about the customers. I got hot tofu pudding and cold soy milk and they won't put the two together because they don't want the soy milk to get heated and go bad quickly! read more

Small shop with quick service and tasty, classic Dou Hua (tofu pudding). The line forms inside the shop, and the tofu pudding comes with a little sauce packet. It comes at a good price, but the cashier seemed upset when we asked for a spoon. The service is quick and does not have seating, so it's convenient for takeout. There were a few people also inside ordering when we went on a Saturday around noon. read more

46 - Tofu Pudding - Desserts Near Me - New York, New York

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Not happy with the last joongs I bought. The filling is lacking and seem like it's on the brink of spoilage. Is there a way to store them at home? I had them in the fridge so that should be good enough? read more

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Woman behind counter is very friendly. Snacks are delicious and fresh. Love this place.

It's been so long since my last visit. I hadn't been since the 2020s, when I worked downtown, pre-pandemic, so I was thrilled to see #46 Mott not only open, but thriving! The zongzi circa 2024 were exactly the same as they were circa 2020: restrained, made with excellent rice and filled in our case with peanuts and a bit of pork ($3.75). It was delicious, but not decadent -- true to this shop's form. We found the lotus leaf wrapped rice ($3) to be even more fantastic, the rice looser than in the zongzi and imbued through with the fragrance of lotus leaf, all generously stuffed with your choice of fillings. (The vegetarian mushroom was truly excellent, the pork very good.) My favorite, though, may have been the soy sauce / tea eggs, which were thoroughly marinated and deliciously briny. It took some self restraint to not order the dou hua (silken tofu custard), which we like to take home and dress with savory toppings like soy sauce and toasted sesame oil, chives and cilantro -- a perfect warm weather dish -- or the soy milk. We've really enjoyed #46's versions of these in the past! But sadly, I was already laden down from shopping and couldn't handle any more weight. They accept credit cards without a surcharge IIRC. The young woman working at the counter was courteous and conversed perfectly in English, Mandarin and several other Chinese dialects by the sound of it. There's no seating in this tiny, narrow takeout only operation -- but a high concentration of good eats! I love. Next time, I'm bringing more friends so we can collectively carry more loot. read more

Stumbled upon this shop that sells all kinds of Chinese treats! We bought some rice cakes with red beans and coconut rice dumplings filled with custard! Love that you can buy little things as snacks or for a small after a meal dessert! Both were soft and chewy like mochi and lightly sweetened. Basically, you walk in and pick what you'd like then pay for it. Very quick service and it's only a take out shop, so no tables or chairs. What you see is what they have left! read more

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46 Mott Bakery is a must stop for us when we go to Chinatown! This small shop offers a wide variety of traditional Chinese snacks and treats, ranging from zhongzi to tea eggs to doufu hua (tofu pudding) to Chinese herbal tea to put chai ko (little bowl cake)! They offer ready-to-eat items as well as frozen treats you can cook at home. Everything is incredibly affordable, making it easy to indulge in your favorite snacks without breaking the bank. There is no seating so it's a convenient place to pick up some takeout! read more

For $5, you get a quart of tofu pudding and syrup. You really can't beat that price anywhere. I got the chilled option, but I believe you can also get it warm. The store also has other baked goods and traditional desserts. I was in and out of the store within a couple minutes! read more

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Everything that was originally sold in this location is still sold here. You should go read more

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Such wonderful staff! So friendly and kind. The mushroom sticky rice lotus wrap is delicious, so flavorful. They often have items both warmed up as well as cold, ask depending on when you'll eat the item(s). Always enjoy stopping in. read more

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My friend first told me about 46 because I wanted to find a spot that sells frozen sticky rice to take home. I am now a fan of their mushroom sticky rice and have 20 of them in my freezer! The regular pork ones are good too. Through Yelp I found out that their specialty was the tofu pudding, so I had to try it and I love it! I always come here to take some home with me, and the sweet sauce that you add on top is a nice touch. They have a bunch of other items such a soy milk, fresh bakery items, pork buns etc. A good spot to try if you are in Chinatown! read more

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Came to Chinatown to do Lunar new year shopping. Very friendly service as usual. Ran out of soy milk due to shopping crowd before Lunar new year. Got the must have sweet 'tofu flower ' $5 a quart and other traditional Chinese pastries/ snacks. Good quality product. Reasonable price. Owner told me they also sell wonton noodle from HK. She said they are really from HK. $3 for a container. Stored in refrigerator. read more

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I usually come here for their mung bean or peanut zongzi but have noticed that they've gotten a bit more expensive compared to other locations that sell zongzi. Their zongzi is also quite small in size though they are yummy! I've also noticed that this location has recently become quite popular with tourists which could explain the price hikes. The place is also cash only. The past weekend, I came here again to try their traditional chinese rice pudding cups (boot jai goh) since I saw that they had matcha ones! Sadly, I wasn't wowed by the taste. It didn't taste like much - no matcha flavor at all, just tasted sweet like the normal brown sugar ones. It wasn't bad by any means - just nothing special. I did, however, enjoy their red bean soup which was super yummy. Their herbal tea is quite good as well. read more

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Previously, everytime I visited NYC, I made sure to visit 46 on Mott St. for their Tofu Pudding. Now that I live in NYC, I make sure to visit everytime I'm in Chinatown. One would say I'm loyal to 46 ... and I am for good reason. Tofu Pudding - fresh, soft, silky, and delicious hot or cold. I can eat this anytime of the year in any weather. Soy Milk - if I'm going to be out and about, this is my on-the-go drink if I can't pick up the tofu pudding. They have both sweet and unsweetened options. Herbal Grass Jelly / Herbal Tea - similar to the tofu pudding and soy milk, very fresh and delicious. Sometimes I do prefer this since the herbal flavors are quite refreshing. They also offer a wide variety of items to pick up from the counter that I loved including, but not limited to, Bozai Cake, Brown/White Sugar Cake, fresh rice noodles, etc. Open up the freezer chest and you'll find a variety of frozen goodies like dumplings and siu mais. In the mood for something hot? Try their Zong Zi or Lo Mai Gai. If you can't tell by now, but I frequent 46, and you should too. read more

I've been wanting to try this place for a while after hearing about their tofu pudding. While I was passing by, I saw that they were going to raise their prices in December, so I thought it was as good as a time as any to try it. I got a large tofu pudding as well as an herbal jelly. I wish they had more sugar syrup options than a plain brown sugar as I prefer ginger syrup with my tofu pudding. Despite that, the tofu pudding was amazing. So soft and smooth. The tofu was silky and hit the spot. It comes warm because they leave it in a rice cooker and scoop it out from there. There is a little too much condensation and liquid that comes with it, but you can always pour it out at home. The herbal pudding was great too. It was a classic herbal pudding, and it wasn't more than $5 for each of the portions. Even if they raise the prices, I can't imagine that the prices would be exaggerated. read more

Amazing small shop with traditional snacks. I come here for soy milk, tofu pudding and the other Asian desserts. They have the red bean soup dessert that is delicious. Everything is so reasonably priced and cheap! Service is fast and they definitely need to be since the space is so small. They accept card. read more

I really like the salted egg zongzi here. Consistent and good pricing. I'm really glad they take card. The tofu dessert here also looks good. I'm planning on getting that next time. read more

46 - Salted egg zongzi - Desserts Near Me - New York, New York

I'm not a fan of tofu and neither is L so we didn't try the freshly made tofu that other customers came for. I just wanted some grass jelly $3 each for a small container...for my mom and I got one for us but I forgot to bring it back home but at least my mom got to enjoy it. L also tried this coconut mochi which he didn't like cuz it wasn't sweet enough for him but if you like less sugary desserts, you'd be fine with it. The lady before us bought a lot of desserts about $35 worth I think. A small group of tourists came in after us and they heard about the tofu pudding. So it's a popular spot. Maybe one day I'll come back and try it since they have other items as well but we were carrying so much stuff already. read more

I come here 2-3 times/ monthly. Good white sugar cake "puto" also great taste soft tofu pudding "taho". Ladies were very helpful & reserve my puto order ahead of time so they do not sold out. I come after 530pm. Clean store. read more

Store is small with the front counter full of sticky rice and rice cakes, etc.; soy milk and frozen items to buy. Behind the counter is steamed soy dessert, which I wanted to try but skipped it today. The lady there was very nice. So, got the brown sugar rice cake $3 which I thought was like filipino version - texture is good but there was an aftertaste I didn't like. My son said it tasted like olive oil. So many options of sticky rice wrapped in leaves so I got the sausage and bbq pork one for $3. Rice is tasty but with really small piece of sausage and bbq. read more

Small store. Team is very quick. Family owned. You can tell their speciality since everyone in line is buying it in addition to other snacks they have displayed. Will certainly be returning!! read more

Feels like my sister came on an off day for them. She was in the city and was craving for something sweet so she came to get a large quart of tofu pudding to bring home to share. Generally speaking, my family enjoys eating tofu pudding so we were excited to try theirs. In addition to this, she also got some soymilk to try. First the Tofu pudding just didn't seem fresh- from the looks of opening the container, I did not feel excited to have some because the tofu pudding itself did not look silky as we are used to seeing it and it was more lumpy. We scooped out half a cup each for everyone first. Their ginger syrup was great but it certainly does not make up for the tofu pudding that was not soft and just not great in general. Also, for $5 a quart, we expected something more but it was pretty disappointing overall. I've scrolled through pictures and did see that on other days, their tofu pudding does look silky and fresh but I guess their quality is a tad inconsistent? The soymilk, which I did not try, I heard was decent so at least that was great. I've been wanting to come to this store to try different things from them but a little nervous to do so after this purchase. read more

Hidden gem in Chinatown 46 offers a variety of items including tofu pudding, frozen baos, frozen dim sum, soybean milk, etc. I came here for the tofu pudding and was impressed with how silky and sweet it was. You could tell it was made from high quality ingredients, and it was cheap for a large container. Also, I definitely recommend pouring the ginger syrup inside the tofu pudding for an added kick! read more

46 - Tofu - Desserts Near Me - New York, New York