price - $19 food - 5/5 service - 5/5 ambiance - 5/5 the chestnut cake was so good! the exterior was filled with chestnut cream but the inside had mango with vanilla cream and cake! overall the cake isnt too sweet which i really like. their cakes are on the smaller side, which is perfect for small gatherings or little sweet treats with your family and friends! the cake was around 4 inches in diameter so its not too big. the service and ambiance were both pretty good! i like how the shop looks modern which adds a nice touch to the overall aesthetic of the shop! read more

Barley Time - chestnut cake - Desserts Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Had the matcha cake for a birthday celebration. It was tasty balancing sweet and bitterness of the tea. The cream was light and airy and not heavy at all. I enjoyed the fruit decorations on top read more

Barley Time - Matcha Red Bean cake - Desserts Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Cute new bakery that I saw just walking on eighth Avenue. Everything looks so modern inside. It was so full inside and the treats looked so cute and delicious. All the tables were full, and there was a good amount of people also looking at the bread and around the register. It was very lively inside. The checkout is fast. They have a $10 credit card minimum. So bring cash if you don't spend more than $10. They had a rose mochi Boba bread that was shaped like a flower. It was delicious. They also had a garlic and cheese bread that I did not really like. They also had some cute buns like a bear shaped bread and just all in all very cute, desserts and pastries. read more

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There's several Asian bakeries located close together on this block, so I decided to walk into this bakery and find different varieties of buns and cakes. Buns and cakes are all placed behind the enclosed display window; found this Pull-Apart Croissant bun (4.25), that tasted really good. The bread is a mix between a buttery croissant, shaped like a round loaf of bread. For the namesake of this bun; the satisfaction of pulling apart each layer, makes every bite that much more delicious. There are some other cute and different varieties of cakes and breads, though each time I visit I still would go for the pull-apart bread. This location has some seating along the side of the store. Overall, a good bakery on this block read more

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Great pastries with a beautiful storefront! It is self service with plenty of seating. 4.7/5 American Biscuit ($3.75): Incredible lamination on the bun, loved the tangy sauce, lettuce/cucumbers/tomato + chicken made it almost like a lunch sandwich! Would absolutely order again! 4/5 Taro Mochi Croissant ($3.5): a bit breadier for a croissant, enjoyed the glaze and almonds on top. Generous mochi filling and the taro paste was delicious. I will definitely be making additional trips here to try other pastries! read more

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First let me start by saying I love their lemon toast bread but they never ever have any. I have been here 5 times now including today and its only 11am. No lemon bread toast. The personality of the cashier and staff is complete docile. No personality. You ask a question and they stare at you like you are not there. No response no smiles nothing. I had to go down the next block to tous Le jous and started buying my bread there. Their staff is welcoming. I ask for unsliced bread and immediately they helped me out. Barley time you need to get your act together. Either remove the sign permanently if you No longer carry lemon loaf. Also please hire more personable staff. They act live they are being forced to work. read more

Came here on a weekday to get a milk tea. The service was very nice for sure, super attentive. Decor; everything was super pretty and instagram worthy. Their bread, pastries and cakes, looked soo cute and delicious. Their milk tea; 3.5/5- they use all powder for this tea and it didn't make my stomach feel good after drinking it. I would not get this again. Tip; does not have a bathroom & $10 minimum for credit card. Overall; I would come back to try their other items they offer just not the milk tea. read more

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This is their 2nd location in the area and this one is conveniently close to me. The inside is nice and bright with ample seating. They have a great selection of unique breads, making it very difficult to narrow it down to a few. The bread here is a little pricey compared to other bakeries in the area ranging around $3-5, but I think it's worth it. All the buns I've tried here have been soft, pillowy, and delicious. I ended up choosing a taro mochi croissant, new orleans chicken bun, blueberry story, and another taro bun. The taro mochi croissant and new orleans chicken bun are a must-try! The croissant was crispy on the top and soft on the inside. The taro and mochi worked so well together. Everything about it was just divine. I selected the new orleans chicken bun because it was just too damn cute! They really shaped the bun to make it look like a drumstick. I had doubts about the amount of chicken they'd put inside but was shocked to really find a drumstick in there. The chicken was nice and flavorful with a bit of a kick. Already planning to go back tomorrow to try a few more buns! read more

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today i tried matcha cheese it's a cream cheese and the matcha taste like soap and flower idk if i love it but i'm glad i tried it oh and the bottom is a cookie crust! read more

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It is a very cute bakery shop that sells different kinds of pastries. You first grab a tray, line it with parchment paper, grab a tong, and then you can get whatever bread is available to you. There is a variety to choose from. The interior is very simple and cute. I do recommend this place. read more

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Across the street from Paris Baguette is the newly opened Barley Time, a Chinese bakery and dessert shop with a layout much like that of French-Korean bakery chains. You grab a tray, a sheet of wax paper, a pair of tongs, and pretty much self-serve bread and pastries before getting in line to pay. The space is beautiful and immaculate with plenty of seating, though very crowded since it's the first week of opening. They currently have an ongoing promotion till Monday 9/25: 15% off everything except cakes. We've tried several of their breads and pastries, but the Taro Masala Kosher is what has me coming back every single time. I mean, taro + mochi + croissant -- need I say more? The croissant is just so incredibly light, buttery, and flaky, pairing perfectly with the delicately sweet taro paste and sticky mochi inside. Other great options include the Taro and Salted Egg and Sticky Rice Cake. read more

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This is Barley Time's new location on 8ave. They have another location on 59st 7ave. Decor is similar. I've tried their cakes before so I decided to stop by the 8ave location to see what Christmas cakes they have. Not much options on display but I would say their Christmas cake designs are a lot cuter than Paris Baguette or Tous Le Jours on 8ave. Got a small strawberry cream cake for $45. Taste is OK, but not as great as past cakes I've had from their 7ave location. Not sure if it's because the cake is from display or if it's a location problem. Was able to pay and go pretty quickly. read more

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After going to multiple bakeries searching for a cake, I came across Barley Time. The decor is nice and the bakery is very clean. They have a number of cakes on display with reasonable prices. This cake was not sweet and overall the cake was even in size. I say this because after going to the more popular bakeries in the area and noticing certain cakes were not cut evenly nor the same in circumference which is highly disappointing. Anyway, this cake was your regular chiffon cake with layered strawberries on the inside. All the fruit was fresh. The one thing I felt was not needed were perhaps the lady fingers dipped in chocolate. It gave off a semi stale texture and just extra. The service was very quick though and they had a variety of drinks. We ordered an Americano and it had a nice aroma. There's also a lot of varieties of bread available, everything from pizza to regular buns to sandwich buns. read more

Barley Time - Strawberry Cake - Desserts Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I don't ever give reviews, but this is an absolute loser of a place, my grandma was waiting to pay and she had extra coins, albeit it was taking a while but she eventually got it out. And then the woman at the front desk gave super bad attitude when she gave 10 cents in pennies "because we don't accept that much." Fix your cashiers terrible service and terrible time there. read more

During my recent visit, the front desk staff was unfriendly, showed no smile, and even spoke to customers in a harsh tone, which made the experience quite unpleasant. In the service industry, basic courtesy and patience are essential. I hope the business can strengthen staff training to improve service quality. Many customers may not directly complain, but a poor experience will affect customer retention. I hope the business takes this issue seriously; otherwise, it may lose more customers. Personally, I will not be returning. read more

The bread was perfect . Couldn't believe how delicious it tasted. A chocolate bread tasted so smooth . But the service was not perfect . The worker was in a bad mood that day . read more

Fresh bread! They have a wide range of selections of pastries especially toast, I like their lemon toast and recently tried their matcha toast as well. I'm curious to try taro next time. A little pricier than other bakeries but depends what kind of pastries/buns you're looking for. read more

Their coffee and coconut cake is delicious. If you like coffee flavored things, this is perfect for you. The coffee-flavor is strong, they have bits of coffee beans in the filling for an added crunch, and it's not too sweet. They also have durian crepe ($9+), matcha cake, strawberry shortcake, and mango mousse. I'd come again to try them. read more

Yummy bread and drinks. The service is very helpful. The place has comfortable seating. Very nice place to hang out with your friends.