Magnolia Bakery - Grand Central

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Grabbed a medium banana pudding & the chocolate parfait. Both were excellent. Arrived around 8 p.m. and waited maybe ten minutes in line. Totally worth it. Staff were all smiles and kept things moving. Not a lot of seating that I saw, but there are some high top tables to stand at right behind this location. I was nervous because it's in Grand Central, but it was great. read more

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I asked the African lady for cream cheese on both sides and she had no idea what i was talking about. The other employee had to tell her what that meant. I got the bagel and went home and open it. There is barely any cream cheese on it and it's burnt and taste burnt. Please make sure your employees understand basic asks that your customers make and also that they TOAST the bagel not burn it. Its not rocket science. read more

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Ordered a vanilla birthday cake, a dozen mini chocolate cupcakes, and a large banana pudding for pickup a week ahead of time. Online ordering was easy and packed well, pickup in the terminal was slow (confused employees not knowing where online orders were kept or how to determine what was ordered) and technically incorrect (provided full sized cupcakes instead of mini - a big upgrade if edible). Cake and cupcake prices were inexpensive for the city. Unfortunately the cake and cupcakes were inedible but made for nice photos. The frosting on both was rock hard even after allowing everything to come to temperature. The cake, both chocolate and vanilla were dry as bone and fell apart immediately. After one day in proper storage all pieces of the cake and cupcake were brick hard. The banana pudding was the star of the show and got some in the group hooked on banana pudding as a concept, but none of us would go back to a magnolias. The price was nearly $10 for a pint size (large), for a little pudding, soggy wafers, and bananas.. flavor was there though. The location is beautiful and you can't get more convenient. The inedibility for someone who will eat all cake including bad cake completely turned me off, 10 of 12 cupcakes and greater than 75% of the cake was thrown away. I will encourage others to not waste the same money as I did. read more

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Estefania C.

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Finally got to try the banana pudding! It was delicious and not super sweet. I wish I got a cake or cupcake too cause they looked so good but I also didn't want to eat so much sugar in one sitting. Great service. They are quick: line moved fast. It in the grand central station so it's a quick to go and there isn't seat or anywhere to enjoy. Lots of tables nearby though to eat. I enjoyed the banana pudding I thought it was thick and creamy. I got a small but kind of wish I got the next size up because it was good and I wanted more. Glad I saw it was here because I really wanted to try it! read more

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Once you give a mouse a cookie... he keeps coming back for more. This sentiment is for me and Magnolia lol I can't get enough! read more

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I ordered through their website and picked up my order at the Grand Central location. Everything was fairly organized, and they were able to locate my order quickly, which made the pickup process easy. I ordered mini cupcakes for my office, and everyone loved them. They were fresh, delicious, and the frosting was just right--not too sweet or overpowering. I'll definitely be ordering from there again. On a previous visit, I also tried the banana pudding since so many people recommended it, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. It was amazing! read more

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Dana L.

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Super quick we just walked up to the cash register and bought their famous banana pudding. I really liked it but a few of my friends thought it was a bit too sweet so just keep that in mind. read more

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ShaSha D.

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I picked my granddaughter up from the train station and she had a surprise for me! Twice a week she travels through Grand Central and stops at Magnolias Bakery! I usually decline her offer to bring me something sweet but she didn't ask. She just handed me a bag and inside was a chocolate chunk Blondie and a Lemon bar! Well I ate that chocolate chunk blondie so fast it was delicious so there's no picture for u guys. I did take the lemon bar home for after dinner I took a picture, although the bag is wrinkled up from being stuffed in Her backpack! So if you are on the Long Island Railroad go through grand central station it's really nice and lots of little spots to eat! read more

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Banana Pudding is top notch!! That is all we wanted to try from Magnolia and it did not disappoint. It's creamy and just delicious. If you visit NYC that is definitely a must try so put it on your list. read more

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May W.

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Definitely the best banana pudding I've had in my life! Must do whenever I'm in NY. There's a lot of Magnolia locations around NY and I love this one since it's conveniently in Grand Central station in a food court downstairs. Lines move fast and there's plenty of tables in the food court also, although it's standing tables. read more

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While passing through Grand Central Terminal to catch my train home,I decided to make a quick stop at Magnolia Bakery for some banana pudding. It felt like the perfect grab & go treat so I went ahead & ordered a large. The cashier was friendly & gave me service w/ a smile. Inside was excessively clean & there were treats galore. The pudding was just ok for me. Not overly sweet which some people might actually prefer if they don't like desserts that are too sugary. It had a lot of cookies layered inside. The cookies was giving more of a cake like texture & taste than a traditional vanilla wafer. There was a generous amount of bananas & they tasted fresh which I def appreciated. Overall, it was a convenient stop inside the terminal when you want something comforting before heading out. While it didn't completely wow my taste buds, it was still a decent dessert option. I was in a rush so I ate it home(I didn't want to miss my train) & unfortunately I would have took pics of the bakery but my phone was dead. read more

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Natascha S.

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Magnolia is a must grab while in the city. Their original banana pudding is delicious but I also enjoy trying their seasonal flavors. This location can get busy at times, and flavors sometimes sell out. There is some seating available read more

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always love magnolia bakery's banana puddings. this location is just a stall in the dining concourse so there isn't much space, but the line wasn't as long as I expected, and we got our order quickly. I try the seasonal flavor most times I visit, but I still think I like the original the best. the cookies and cream banana pudding ($7.95, medium) was good but the cookies and cream overwhelmed the banana part. we also tried the red velvet banana pudding cookie ($3.95) but it was kind of a flop--it didn't taste anything like banana pudding, there were oreo bits in it so it was more like red velvet oreo. luckily it wasn't too sweet read more

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Sylvia T.

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I LOVE BANANA PUDDING!!!! LOVEEEEEEE every month i look forward to every single month's new specialty flavor. My favorite flavors are: OG, Oreo, pumpkin even tho no bananas it was good The ones I don't like: carrot cake, strawberry , pb chocolate (all of these don't have banana just a diff pudding) I've also gotten the frozen ones from DoorDash. I didn't love it. read more

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Jen H.

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If you're in the food court of grand central terminal, you can't skip the famous banana pudding at magnolia! I always go with the classic banana pudding, but they have rotating seasonal flavors. The line moves pretty quickly, even though there's always a line. I've only been here once where they had sold out of banana pudding, but that was later in the evening. There's plenty of food court seating or take it on the go and admire the ceilings of grand central or check out whispering gallery :) read more

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I came here to use up my gift card and I asked it they can check my balance. It seems like they were having issues finding that out. After that was retrieved, I went back on the line to get their original banana pudding and the specialty one. It was so tasty. I just wish their customer service was better. They should improve upon that. read more

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Samantha J.

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I love this place. Line is always long as ever unless you catch it early morning. Larger size puddings are usually available but smalls are not later in the day so be prepared. Pudding is consistent, i've had cakes, and cupcakes, tried drink that wasn't great but could've been an off day. The decor is beautiful and inviting and consistent with other locations. Staff is nice and they do a lot because many people are new and buying a lil of everything and they are patient. They also have a checkin in point system for rewards. I love that eat month there are different specialty flavors. Blueberry was my favorite this year. I'm looking forward to trying out what to come for the new year. read more

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Staci S.

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Conveniently located for a perfect snack before/after an Amtrak ride! You walk from end to end, seeing all their dessert offerings until you hit the register. Definitely come for their classic banana pudding! It's delicious and their flavors are well balanced - usually banana is too overpowering for me. Service was quick and the place was clean although there isn't much room to hang around. You will have to find somewhere else to eat. Utensils are available and the to go bag is good quality. If you have a bag of ice, it can last a multi-hour train ride. Perfect souvenir for home! read more

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Wennie H.

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Always amazing. One of the things I had been looking most forward to on this trip. The original is smooth, not too sweet however, the banana is a touch under ripe. The red velvet is so so good, chocolaty and tons of cake. Line moves fast. read more

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Jason M.

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My colleagues and I were feeling like something sweet between meetings and concluded that cake would fill the void. But, where to go? In theory, there are so many options, but since I remembered there was a Magnolia in GCT I thought that would be the quickest and easiest option - so off I went. I honestly missed the boat when it came to Magnolia's. I feel like they were really popular in the mid 2000s and 2010s, and because they became somewhat etched in popular culture, I have known of them for a while. However, their two signature items - cupcakes and banana pudding - are not at the top of my list favorite desserts so I never made it my intention to try them out. This specific Magnolia is located on the Dining Concourse of GCT amongst several other eateries. They had a good selection of bakes, but my eyes immediately went to the cake slices. A mountain of them in different varieties right when you enter the queue. I decided to get a slice of their confetti cake, and since I was there I picked up two cookies - chocolate chunk and oatmeal. The cake was dry - I mean it looked good but yeah, super dry. The cookies were better, but nothing too outstanding. Perhaps their other bakes are better, but I was not impressed with what I had. Service was good, I was taken care of promptly; they have a good system in place and before I knew it I was on my way. Overall, I wasn't impressed with Magnolia. Perhaps I didn't get the right things, but I'm not running back to them. read more

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Gin Y.

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Solid 4 stars for purely their banana pudding. Generous ripe bananas meets whipped cream and Nilla wafers. It was so good we ate it twice. They have other baked goods like their lemon tarts and cakes, but these are just not as tasty as their banana pudding. Go and try their small containers of banana pudding if you're at grand central station. read more

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Bernice N.

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Of course I had to come down here and pick up my pumpkin spice banana pudding. It's the best one that they make to me in my opinion, but this time on this visit I wanted to purchase a pistachio cake because it was calling to me lol. This particular location in Grand Central Station, along with food halls that you can also stop by and sit down, eat or shop. I personally just love to come visit. It's quick and easy you say what you want and move along quickly. They usually have all of the seasonal pudding flavors and more. I would say thumbs up and give it a visit sometime. Happy Yelping! read more

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Tiffany C.

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Apple Crisp Pudding - what a delight. You get hints of the warm flavor, but not overpowering where it strays from the original essence of a banana pudding. It was so smooth and easy to eat. read more

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Dining Concourse at Grand Central Terminal 89 E. 42nd St. New York, NY 10017 Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding Initially, I wasn't sure what to expect as I could not visually see the dessert. As soon as I opened the lid, it was love at first sight. The smooth, creamy pudding was loaded with chunks of banana slices. read more

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Pitcha S.

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This is a weird situation because the first time I had it, I had the flu so my taste buds were like mostly gone. And so, when I tried their banana pudding, I was like, "Omg this is so good!! Best thing ever!" But then I had their banana pudding again a week later since I recovered from the flu and I wanted to compare and see if I would still like it the same as the first time. Well, it turns out I didn't. I thought the banana pudding this time around was kind of bland and mostly composed of whipped cream. read more

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Vicki M.

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A girls trip with in NYC required a stop to get a treat. In the midst of the hustle and bustle of Grand Central Station we beelined it to Magnolia Bakery. One in our group had to have a banana pudding. Everyone in our group of five got something different, including cookies, a brownie, chocolate, parfait, and a cupcake. They also had an extensive variety of cake slices. I got the chocolate cupcake and was underwhelmed, the flavor was good, but it was very dry, not worth the calories. I had one bite and gave it to my sister. The prices were as expected in New York. When we arrived mid morning the line was around the counter to the back, but their process is efficient and we moved quickly. The only issue I had was you had to order at the beginning of the counter before you see everything in the display case. Employees were friendly. Everyone has to try Magnolia Bakery at least once. read more

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Linnea E.

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Magnolia Bakery's banana pudding is a must! My family and I shared a tub on a train ride a few years ago and were hooked. I had the opportunity to try it again on a recent visit to New York and it was just as good as I remembered! Fluffy and light and delicious, I've never even looked at anything else on their menu the banana pudding is just too good lol read more

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Not quite as nice as full-sized location, but convenient location to the subway. Grabbed an espresso and some small puddings to go. Can't recommend the coffee, but the banana pudding is always a highlight! I loved the seasonal pumpkin spice pudding even more read more

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Caryn M.

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Service was friendly enough and efficient considering the location and everyone catching a train. While in the city for work, I finally got to try the viral banana pudding from Magnolia Bakery. Before I got to see the actual sizes, I ordered a small. Don't bother. When I saw the sizes closer to the register, I immediately upgraded to a medium. A small is literally a bite. Is it good? Yes. I would rate it a 8/10. It's light and fluffy, almost like a mousse with great banana and vanilla wafer flavor. However, nothing beats good southern style homemade banana pudding with the thicker consistency (to me), so I don't think it's something to go crazy over but definitely good. I'd buy again if I saw another Magnolia. read more

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Natasha R.

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Located in the lower level food court area at grand central station, it's a great and very popular location. Staff is nice here even when very busy. Treats are always fresh and it's conveniently located near restrooms if needed prior to heading to destination. I always stop by here b4 heading back on my journey to the Bronx. Def enjoy this location and the service read more

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Airedale W.

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Banana pudding was good but the blondie was very disappointing. Got a small corner piece that had very little chocolate. It did not resemble the others in the display case. Also found the oatmeal raisin cookie to be disappointing. I'll stick with Juniors in the future. read more

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Alejandro R.

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Iconic NYC bakery serving up an essential foodie staple: the banana pudding. This location faithfully reproduces delicious pudding as we have had at others so rest assured that it's the real deal. Incredibly conveniently located in the bottom floor Grand Central Terminal, it's a great spot to check out while visiting. Employees were kind. We highly recommend the banana pudding, and the hot chocolate version is also great for those who love chocolate. read more

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Mr. 1.

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Ordered the Confetti Cake and a chocolate cupcake and I enjoyed them until I began to notice that the butter cream had an aftertaste of the artificial stuff they pour over movie theater popcorn. Great for the first few bites but then it's pretty disgusting, overly sweet and chemical tasting and feeling. Service was good and staff were on their toes and friendly. read more

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Susan R.

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Finally tried the famous banana pudding. It's very good. More whipped cream than pudding consistency. I wish it was served colder. I would definitely get again. read more

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My visit to the Magnolia Bakery in the basement of Grand Central was a simple affair and restored my confidence in Magnolia Bakery. I have been here before with inconsistent experiences, but this Memorial Day morning, they had fresh peanut butter cookies right out of the oven. A half dozen, thank you very much and a couple of the oatmeal raisin cookies. The oatmeal raisin cookies are good, very good. Nothing shocking or incredible, just good. They have that slightly raw dough leaning with the raisins and oats for which your palate is looking. Their peanut butter cookies are something altogether different. They are so good and not over baked. They retain their raw doughieness to give a soft baked texture. The peanuts are quite evident and there is a sweetness that becomes elevated with a slightly detectable salt that sets it off. Pro Tip: take two peanut butter cookies over to Van Leeuwen (after a nice meal at Melba's), all in the basement of Grand Central, and add them to the vanilla or perhaps even chocolate ice cream. I welcome your feedback from that experience! Four stars! read more

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I do not like bananas at all, so I was never interested to try the infamous banana pudding at Magnolia Bakery. Somehow, I decided to give it a try since I was with others and could give it away if I didn't like it. This location is in the dining hall in the underground floor. There is a long line, but it does go by fairly quick. I ordered a medium Banana Pudding ($7.25), which was perfect to share for 3. The banana pudding is a mixture of Nilla cookies, whipped vanilla pudding, and bananas. What makes this so tasty is the airy and light whipped cream contrasting with the cookies that give it a bite. I did avoid the banana pieces, which made this the perfect sweet treat. read more

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I have tried Magnolia Banana Pudding from their Columbus location and it was really good... so good that when I came back to the hotel I decided to go down to grand central terminal's dining concourse to get more banana pudding. The ones in here were not good, the texture was like whipped butter with no flavor. I am unsure if the pudding I got has been there for a while or if it was not stored properly. If you wanted to try it, go to the actual bakery and you will not be disappointed. read more

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I come here often now adays. I live the seasonal puddings they have and of course the classic banana pudding. They have a blueberry jamboree that I love aswell. They serve you quickly. Even tho it can get a bit busy due to how good and fresh the treats are. I definitely recommend stopping here to satisfy your sweet tooth. read more

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Perfect location for a Magnolia outpost. I had been craving banana pudding and was happy to find while transferring on my way to JFK airport. It was a little busy, but line was not long and moved quickly. They had a decent selection of baked goods as well. read more

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My first time trying Magnolia Bakery, and of course I had to try the famous banana pudding. The line was long but moving pretty fast. We ended up skipping to the front anyway because the cashier called up people that were only going to order the banana pudding. The pudding was soo delicious--creamy but doesn't leave a weird residue or aftertaste, fragrant, light, and not artifically tasting. I understand the hype!! read more

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89 E 42nd St
Grand Central Terminal
New York, NY 10017
Midtown East
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(212) 682-3588
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What time does Magnolia Bakery - Grand Central open?

Magnolia Bakery - Grand Central opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Magnolia Bakery - Grand Central close?

Magnolia Bakery - Grand Central closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Magnolia Bakery - Grand Central closes at 8:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 8:00 AM - 9:00 PMSun 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

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Does Magnolia Bakery - Grand Central take credit cards?

Yes, Magnolia Bakery - Grand Central takes credit cards.

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Does Magnolia Bakery - Grand Central have catering options?

Yes, Magnolia Bakery - Grand Central does have catering options.

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Does Magnolia Bakery - Grand Central allow dogs?

Yes, Magnolia Bakery - Grand Central allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Magnolia Bakery - Grand Central have bike parking?

No, Magnolia Bakery - Grand Central does not have bike parking.

Does Magnolia Bakery - Grand Central have parking?

Yes, Magnolia Bakery - Grand Central has parking options. Validated Parking

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Specialties

Known for our world-famous banana pudding and iconic buttercream swirl. Since 1996, we have been a destination for locals and tourists alike. And while we have grown, our mission will always remain the same: make today sweeter than yesterday.

History

Established in 1996.

Magnolia Bakery is committed to serving our customers delicious treats and experiences no matter where they live. From receiving desserts at your doorstep, sharing a slice of cake at one of our bakeries around the world, or experiencing new product innovations and partnerships, Magnolia Bakery is consistently creating and serving our customers for a sweeter tomorrow.

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Baskin-Robbins

When you *need* ice cream to top off the amazing Korean BBQ you just had around the corner then…read morethis place will take care of you. What I mean by "take care of you" is provide a satisfactory flavor experience and little else. The service will be ok at best with a dash of sketchy. It's cramped if you want to sit down and enjoy the ice cream and the Subway area being cordoned off once it gets too late is kinda creepy. But... the ice cream was Baskin-Robbins good. So you've got that going for you. Seriously, if you're not slaking a killer craving then simply skip this place.

Here is the long and short of it. Don't go. If you love ice cream don't go.It takes forever to get…read moresomeone's attention as staff is situated more on the DD side. The cone was a bit stale and the ice cream doesn't TASTE like ice cream. I can't describe it well but it's a bit artificial tasting? Also why is a small milkshake over $6? I'm mystified.

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Stopped by Amavi for happy hour after work and was pleasantly surprised. The space is absolutely…read moregorgeous with a sexy, upscale vibe that's perfect for date night or cocktails with friends. The best part was the happy hour. Both food and drinks were included, and everything we tried was delicious. The cocktails were well crafted, the small plates were flavorful, and the pricing was incredibly reasonable for such an elevated experience. Amavi is definitely a hidden gem and one I'll be adding to my regular happy hour rotation.

We came here to celebrate a birthday... after perusing their website and IG we decided this was a…read moregreat place to celebrate a birthday.... Well we were kinda right. Amavi is a great place to celebrate a birthday if you like a loud, DJ spinning, hookah smoking, over priced Mediterranean restaurant, this is the place for you. Now, this isn't to say this isn't a good place but be prepared. The food is decent, nothing to run and tell anyone about, except their Bronzino was absolutely delish! I wish everything else was at the level of this dish. Here is a run down of everything we ordered and ranked.... 1= fire the chef, 10 = Michelin Star Grilled Octopus :6 Caramelized onion Hummus :7 Sautéed Tiger Prawns :7 Tuna Crudo: 10 Bronzino: 10 Salmon: 8 Lamb Chops: 7 Mashed Potato: 8 Asparagus : 7 Lobster Aribbatta: 5 Hazelnut bar: 0 Dubai Chocolate Cheesecake: 0 Whatever you do, don't order desert. They are not worth it. So if you're looking for a lively and loud space with decent food.... Walk on over! Enjoy

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Xing Fu Tang - 5th Avenue

this is my favorite bubble tea spot in new york city. the warm boba really stands out. it has an…read moreincredible gooey, chewy texture that really sets it apart. i got the brown sugar boba, which is a pretty standard flavor. i was able to adjust the sweetness. it was a good size and very refreshing on a hot day. the service is very fast and the staff was really nice. someone else had taken my order, and the staff was happy to remake mine. it wasn't too busy inside lots of seating available. overall, i definitely recommend checking out this location.

Xing Fu Tang Ktown is a Taiwanese boba shop that focuses on freshly made tapioca pearls and classic…read moremilk tea drinks. We walked into a space that stood out compared to many smaller bubble tea shops, with a much more comfortable setup and plenty of seating that made it a place where we could actually sit down and enjoy our drink instead of just grabbing it to go. The clean interior and modern décor gave it a relaxed café feel, and watching the staff prepare the boba added a layer of engagement to the experience. The brown sugar milk boba is the main highlight and the drink that best represents what the shop does well. We ordered one and found the brown sugar flavor rich and caramel-like without becoming overly sweet, and the fresh-made boba had a softer, chewier texture compared to many standard tapioca pearls. The drink had a good balance between the sweetness, milk, and tea flavors, which made it easy to enjoy even for those who normally prefer less sugary drinks. Beyond the signature brown sugar drinks, there were also a variety of fruit teas, milk teas, and specialty options. The oolong milk tea stood out because the tea flavor came through more clearly, while fruit-based options like lychee drinks offered a lighter and more refreshing choice. The ability to customize sweetness levels also made it easier to find a drink that matched our preference. The service was quick and the staff were friendly during our visit. Since the boba is made fresh in-house, watching the preparation process gave the shop a more unique feel compared to typical chain bubble tea spots. The larger seating area was also a nice advantage, especially if we wanted to meet up with friends or take a break while exploring Koreatown. The team moved through orders efficiently, and the drinks came out without much delay. Overall, Xing Fu Tang Ktown is a strong choice for anyone looking for high-quality boba in a comfortable setting. The fresh-made pearls, well-balanced drinks, and spacious café atmosphere make it stand out from many other bubble tea shops in the area. It is a spot we would return to when we want a drink that feels more thoughtfully prepared rather than just a quick sweet beverage.

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Keki Modern Cakes

Initially thought they were temporarily closed for renovations but they are indeed permanently…read moreclosed. A real bummer as I loved all their cakes.

Wow, this little shop is unassuming, it definitely catches the eye, especially for someone like me…read morewho loves Asian pastries. I've never tried a Japanese cheesecake before and was extremely excited to be able to pick up some treats for my coworkers as well as my partner's birthday cake from Keki. Ordering is fairly straightforward and done with a simple machine outfront. Once your order is ready one of the staff members hands it to you through a window; there is no inside area accessible to customers but our food came quickly and we took it back to the office. The cheesecake was fantastic. I read a bit about the background of the shop online and how the owner really cares about using high-quality ingredients, specifically dairy. It was justas described, light and bouncy. I enjoyed how it was not overly sweet and found that it was all too easy to devour the entire cake over the course of two days. Despite it not having much weight to it, it traveled surprisingly well as I took it home on my three train commute! Similar to what others have said, the real highlight of the shop, in my opinion, are their cream puffs. I'm not sure what I was expecting, but the outer layer was thin yet had a nice little crunch to it. We tried the classic milk, cookies & cream pistachio and ube flavors. Our favorite was the pistachio by far, which had such a unique yet decadent flavor and our second favorite was the milk cream puff. There's not much else I can say other than you really have to go here and try the desserts yourself. If you're a fan of Japanese desserts that are rich yet not too sweet, you'll be a fan of Keki.

Bouncy cheesecake

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Sundaes Best

The staff was so friendly and accommodating to my large party! I ordered the small scoop, which…read moreincludes two flavors, and chose the Melona and Guava. They paired perfectly together. The Melona tasted exactly like the bar, and the guava was creamy, fruity, and not overly icy. I also had the chance to try a few other flavors, which were all great. The makoli was a close second choice, and it tasted exactly like the drink itself.

Located just at the edge of ktown, this spot serves plenty of Asian flavors to choose from! They…read morehave your more classic options, like strawberry + mango, to classic Asian flavors, like Pandan, lychee, + Thai tea, all the way to your unique Asian flavors, like Thai Basil, Choco Pie, + Hwache, just to name a few!! I love that they draw inspo from Asian snacks to derive their flavors - it's what makes Sundaes Best unique! I surprisingly enjoyed Pineapple Thai Basil, which had the classic fruity flavor, but also a freshness from the basil, which was pleasant. You can sample as many flavors as you want. Not that many indoor seating options, but you're not too far from Herald Sq to grab an outdoor seat. Perfect post-dinner dessert spot if you're in the area!

Melona and Misugaru Choco Pearls

Mango & Lychee

Guava and Kaya Coconut

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Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tart

Stopped by Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tart in K-Town:…read more 3-tart box (Matcha, Original, Black Sesame): $13.75 -- delicious, though the pastry felt a bit thick compared to the creamy interior Black sesame cream puff: $4.25 -- the craquelin topping had an amazing texture, though the cream itself wasn't my favorite

Fun idea, but I wasn't particularly impressed. The cheese tarts were deifnitely way better than the…read morecheesecake. All three flavors that we tried of cheese tarts were good (original, ube, and sesame), with an okay crust. Similarly the cheesecake was okay, and the black sesame flavor didn't mesh well with it. Otherwise a fun little treat! Two bar seats at the window and a tall table with no seats in the center. People seemed to mostly grab and go, so there was enough space for our group of five to stand around the table and chat over our treats.

Selections, and they are always baking more!

1 Piece Cheese Tart, Sakura orange cheese tart

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Shokudo 34

Oliver gave us great service and made some great recommendations…read more The food itself was made fresh but the group consensus was that everything needed more flavor/seasoning. The bathroom was clean. The restaurant was clean and the hot sake was delicious. Thank you

This is a solid Japanese restaurant. I did not know until I walked in that I had been in this space…read morebefore. I'd eaten here when it was a Thai restaurant about three years ago. The place has been completely redone since then with a brand new interior and still looks fairly new, in addition to being very spacious. The food was excellent too. From previous reviews, it appears most people come here for the ramen, which are about $19 a bowl. My friends and I tried the tonkotsu ramen, shoyu ramen, and a butadon (pork rice bowl). Everything was delicious and flavorful. However, four stars is an accurate assessment. I've had better tasting ramen with a more flavorful broth, and a larger portion with more meat at slightly lower prices. The food is good but not the best either.

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Prince Tea House

I am a frequent Prince Tea House goer, but I've never been to the KTown location which has always…read morebeen on my bucket list because of the nice wall decors! And I commonly see the upstairs for private events like baby showers, bridal showers, or birthday parties on social media. After dinner with my friends, I was looking for dessert and I was glad to see this location closes relatively late on a weekday night at 11 pm. Upon walking in, I was greeted by a waiter who led us to one of the purple velvet chair booths that was perfect for two people and another waiter brought us a pitcher of water almost immediately. The menu is on a QR code already on the table and we were given ample of time to decide. My friend and I both already knew what we wanted to order. I got the purple Yam Souffle which takes 25 minutes to make and my friend got the fried squid tails. We also got a signature Rose Green Milk Tea to share. The waitress who took our order has great memory and recalled all of our items without writing it down. She also reminded me that I could adjust the ice and sugar levels of my drink which I had completely forgotten and would have got annoyed if my drink came out 100% sweetness. Another thing is that my drink order frequently comes out wrong at other locations so I was glad she got it right! Green tea instead of black tea and with milk instead of without milk. The purple Yam Souffle is just like the other locations. Hot, soft cakey texture balanced with an ice cold red bean Ice-Cream. So delicious! The squid tails on the other hand was not what we expected. It came out burnt and hard. The outer batter was not crispy either. We informed one of the waiters and he brought it back to inform the kitchen staff. We received a new batch that was not as burnt and had more flavoring this time around. However, the squid was still hard and not like the ones we get from other locations with smaller crispier pieces. Overall, it was still a good experience and I love the decorations at this location! This might be my second favorite location after the Flushing one. Would love to come back for brunch or hi-tea. Or regular food options when I have not already eaten dinner. My usual go-tos are the twister fries, Santa Fe chicken rolls, fried salted crispy chicken, and the trio dessert combo. However, this location has a lot more variety! FYI - there are two unisex restrooms in the rear for customers to use with really cute wallpapers too.

This is always my favorite spot to go for desserts and hangout. The interior decor is very modern,…read moresophisticated and stylish. We ordered potted rose milk tea to share, Dubai affogato and Brown Sugar Boba Mille Crêpes Cake. We came on a Friday around 4pm. Originally I wanted to try the strawberry matchamisu, however, was told that it sold out. What a bummer. The rose milk tea came with a themed pot and cups which is really cute. The rose fragrant smelled so good and the milk tea also tasted good and has a hint of rose taste. The cake was good, the boba was well cooked, chewy and flavorful! This time there was an unpleasant experience. At first when the Dubai affogato was served, we did not realize that the amount of the coffee was little until we saw another customer's dish that the volume of their coffee looked significantly more than ours. My friend brought it to the waitress attention but the waitress brushed it off and did not acknowledge our concern. When we finished and were about to leave, the same waitress came over and showed us that the container of the coffee was different and hence the volume of the coffee looked different. At this point, we did not care for it anymore. We would have been fine if the staff acknowledged our concern. We thought that maybe using standardized containers for the coffee would avoid this problem. Other than that, the food and drinks were good.

Inside

Mango Mille Crpes Cake

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Too

Caffe Paradiso

4.4

(196 reviews)

2.3 mi

Best iced coffee I have ever had!! Line moves fast! I ordered the signature coffee with the sweet…read morefoam on top! So so good!

Best coffee I've ever had -- it is absolutely worth the hype!…read more It took about 10 minutes to get our coffee, but every second of the wait was worth it. The texture was incredibly smooth and silky, not heavy at all, yet rich and satisfying at the same time. I'm honestly not a coffee expert, so I can't explain exactly what made it so special, but it felt like heaven in a cup. One sip and I understood why people wait in line for it. If you're in New York, please, please get it. Highly recommend!

It was busy, so after paying, you get a cute ticket--hand it to the barista for the viral latte!

Salted Brown Butter & Oat Latte

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Salted Brown Butter & Oat Latte

Ess-a-Bagel

I couldn't NY without a bagel. Thankfully, ess-a-bagel is on delivery apps so I was able to get a…read morebagel delivered without having to make the walk in the pouring rain to go get it! I know this is a popular spot, but I have to say, it was kind of just okay to me. The bagel was so thick and bready. I know this is more of the NY style, but it just wasn't quite doing it for me. Even with all the fillings I had inside, it was good, but not the best bagel I've ever had.

It's easy to forget what a good bagel tastes like -- there are so many bad ones out there! But the…read morebagels here are the real thing -- chewy and flavorful. Lots of good options, but a simple bagel with schmear is a classic for a reason. Lines can get long on the weekend, but that's the price you pay for the good stuff. Tip: if you're just getting loose bagels, there's a separate line for that at the back! If you're feeding more than 5 people, recommend getting some bagels and separate cream cheese and save yourself the wait.

Plain Bagel w Chocolate Chip Cream Cheese

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Signature favorite (lox, tomato, capers and lettuce) with less cream cheese) on pumpernickel

Hamburger America

If you're looking for a perfect, no-nonsense smash burger, this is the place. It's exactly what a…read moreburger should be. They don't rely on a laundry list of fancy toppings to hide behind; it's just the basics, executed flawlessly. I really appreciated that they keep it simple, giving you the choice of onion or no onion, letting the quality of the beef and the perfect sear speak for itself. Logistically, it's first-come, first-served seating where you're given a number. It wasn't too busy when I stopped by, so the process was seamless and quick. It's hard to imagine how they could make this any better without fundamentally changing what a smash burger is supposed to be. If you appreciate the classics done right, this is an absolute must-visit in NYC.

3.5* Finally made it…read moreto Hamburger America! I came solo on a spur of the moment trip to get my mitts on the famed fried onion burger, and was able to snag a seat at the bar with no wait. The ambience - very very old school hamburger joint vibes; surprised there were no servers on rollerskates inside lol. But very fun. The service was friendly and prompt. I ordered the fried onion burger and a side of slaw. The slaw...while having good flavor (I think a kick of mustard), was just drowning in watery mayo. But on to the burger - good lord were those onions piping hot lol, but very very tasty and added a nice element of sweetness to the burger. The smashburger patties were nicely cooked - though I did find the patties didn't really have the crispy lacing, perhaps of the added moisture from the onions; with a great video of the griddle and kitchen, it did seem like the classic smash burgers did have that crispy look. Either way, the burger was still very satisfying and I'm glad I came by. I'll definitely have to come in for the classic smash and compare!

Lunch Counter and kitchen

Double George Motz's Fried Onion Burger.

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Fried Onion Double Cheeseburger

Crispy Heaven Bakery

Bookmarked this place for a while and so so glad I finally made it here! Ordered the Turkish eggs,…read morewhich came with a side of their bakery bread and butter. Was given 2 types - the baguette and one of the rustic loafs. Was also told I could request more bread if I wanted to. The eggs were poached perfectly, and paired so well with everything else on the plate. The bread tasted very good on its own, with butter, or to soak up all that yogurt, egg and spices on the plate. This ended up being a very substantive breakfast. I ended up taking 2 half loaves home with me after the meal!

Great spot in SoHo for brunch! Restaurant does get quite busy and seating area can be tight, so a…read moreResy is definitely recommended. I ordered their Turkish eggs which was so refreshing with the Greek yogurt and dill. Their bread and butter paired so well and serves as a great vessel too.

Beet salad

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Scrambled

Parla

10/10 Mafaldine Alla Vodka - This pasta is insanely delicious and so creamy. My mouth is watering…read morejust thinking about it. I absolutely love the pasta it comes with too. The shape is unique, which makes it even better. My only complaint is... why doesn't it come with any protein? Cost - $22.87

Delicious pizza. We got the classic NY and the hot hunny. Honestly not sure which one was better,…read morebut I did love the cook and flavor of the square pizza (hot hunny). If we come back, I'd probably aim for another square. Note to make reservations because it is a small spot. It's also not the best ACed. Wish they had fountain drink options though. I don't want a boogie $8 soda haha. Service was excellent though - friendly and attentive!

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Pura Vida Miami

4.3

(206 reviews)

0.9 mi

I've been dealing with some health issues lately and needed a quick, healthy bite to eat while…read morerunning errands on a Friday afternoon. I always passed by here and liked the trendy, bright beach interiors. The food is delish - simple healthy classics with lots of fresh ingredients and delicious flavors! I ordered the fire egg wrap and couldn't have the spicy sauce so the server, Bryan, brought 2 other sauces (pura vida and Caesar) for me to enjoy. The pure vida sauce was a herby green with mustard that was so good. There's lots of seating space with clean bathrooms and polite and prompt service throughout. I thoroughly enjoyed my food and time here.

stopped by on a weekday morning for a quick bakery treat. i decided to try the chocolate croissant…read more& there was only one left in the case. the croissant had a wonderful flaky, crispy texture that paired really well with the warm dark chocolate inside. compared to other chocolate croissants i've had, this one probably had a little less chocolate filling, but the taste was still great. the contrast between the flaky layers and the soft, warm center was superb. the staff was kind, and it took about 10 minutes to get my croissant warmed up. i would say it may take a little more time than expected to get your food, especially if you're in a rush like i was. otherwise, the space is really nice. they don't have many prepared grab-and-go items, but they do have a good selection of baked goods and the option to sit down and eat. i also noticed later that they had some lunch meals available to go, which is something i'd definitely look into trying next time.