My first time coming to Fay Da bakery I was walking by and stopped in. It's an Asian bakery they have assorted cakes you can by a whole cake or they have slices, alot of different pastries and treats. They also serve coffee and lattes. I purchased a small sponge cake it was only $2.25 it was good, they take cash only. The line moves quick they have a seating area all the seats was full it's a nice bakery. read more

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They've redone the store not too long ago and it's definitely nicer. The entrance as well as the way you grab the pastries. There's a tray that you pull out instead of opening the case. It's a nice design. They have a few more new things to choose from as well. They have hot stuff as well which you're more likey to get fresh earlier in the day. Plenty of cakes to choose from as always. read more

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I love how Forest Hills got a Fay Da bakery! So convenient to the train station, which is literally on the same block! This Fay Da blew my eyes away at the fact that all pastries are individually wrapped and you don't need to put them on a tray for the cashier to wrap them up like other locations! Less work for you! Just the downside is this place only accepts cash, which sucks! This place got ensaymada that is sugar coated compared to other locations that are not sugar coated. Pineapple buns are my favorite and I love how they have different pineapple buns. I just love the plain ones and always get them all the time from Fay Da. I also love the fact that this location has all the hot food like curry puffs and cha siu bao on display at around 4pm in the day. Usually got food is mostly sold out early in the day or by noon they're completely out! Only this location!They got one more lo mai gai (sticky lotus rice wrap) left in the hot shelf. Thats my favorite dim sum, the sticky rice is so good and juicy! Will definitely be back for more pastries and hot food when I'm around this area! read more

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My go-to for Asian buns. The roast pork, curry beef, and hot dog buns never miss. I always eat in for anything steamed--tastes way better fresh than packed to-go. This spot's got real neighborhood character: seniors from every background catching up, meter maids dropping in, and the subway right outside. It's fast, efficient, and full of regulars. Underrated gem? The honey lemon tea. Made with fresh lemon slices and a full ladle of honey--soothing and simple, have it hot or cold. It's not fancy, but it's dependable. And in Forest Hills, that goes a long way. read more

Fay Da Bakery - Steamed pork & vegetable bun--best eaten hot and on-site. - Bakeries Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

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I've been coming here for years, especially during college on my way into the city. Love the coffee milk! The west 4th location is my favorite and this one is also good (flushing one didn't love). This has good amount of seating. read more

Fay Da Bakery - Coffee milk tea - Bakeries Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

Stopped in on Friday afternoon. Friendly services from the cashiers. You can find a place for seats. Bub is soft and warm enough. Red bean bun is only $1.95 Restrooms inside for the customers. read more

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I ordered the Neapolitan Cake, which I've been wanting for a while now. While I personally can't taste different individual flavors like strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla in the cake, the cake has the perfect ratio of cake and frosting. It's subtly sweet, and the cake is spongy. There's also little shavings of chocolate around the edge of the slice, which is my favorite part. The staff at the front that rung up my boyfriend and I was nice. There's a few tables to sit at while you grab a quick bite, and the bakery gives me the same nostalgic childhood feeling of an Asian bakery. This bakery is a little larger with space for seating. Around 5 PM on a Sunday, there's not a large variety of cake and pastries left, but maybe that's a good thing if it means bread is fresh! read more

Fay Da Bakery - Neapolitan Cake - Bakeries Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

Great selection, delicious. Service was very good. Clean and popular spot for locals. Some is self serve, Steamed buns are from the workers. We had Denmark, steamed chicken, egg tart, and fried fish sandwich I loved the Denmark- never had before Chicken bun was great for lunch. Eat in or take out! . Right in front of subway station- convenient!! read more

This place is robbing their customers! Make sure you pay attention on the screen! And make sure they give you an itomized receipts! They give you 2 diff kind of receipts one itemized and one not depending if you catch them over charging you! It may be miner it may be major! And they play stupid like they don't understand or don't speak English! Efff this place for taking advantage of its customers! Today I caught her and instead of being kind and understanding on my end she tried to make a fool of me by playing dumb! I have a substantial amount of money I don't need to waste my time but also I caught her and I had enough today and wanted to speak up! I'm tired of immigrants charging me the white price!! read more

One of the original Asian bakeries. I love coming here and enjoying my mini buns and bread. It's always fresh and clean. read more

Fay Da Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

Was back in Forrest Hills, for only a few hours, had to visit Fay Da and Pick up some goodies. The synopsis of the review is: where can you get a tasty filling Breakfast for less than $5.? It's yam cha style. Eat first, then grab a tray and start going from bin to bin or rotary case and make your choices. If you didn't know it; you could be in a fancy French or Italian pastry shop. That's how good some of the cakes look. This place is always spic and span clean. There's someone wiping down the tables, the handles and cases where the pasties are displayed constantly. The trays and tongs are wiped down and returned to where they're set out for use. The baked goods are fresh, delicious, and, in a good way, addictive. Handheld pastries, cakes, are on display. The selection is astounding. Moon cakes are back. read more

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If you've been to Fay Da before.. everything is pretty much the same at all locations. I don't usually get food for myself at FD but my mom needed something quick at the time so we bought a few baos and sandwiches. The spicy chicken sandwich is really filling. For the price.. especially nowadays, everything is so expensive, the sandwiches are really affordable and will keep you full for hrs at less than $4! Though it is pretty spicy.. they should make a regular one so my mom could try it. I do not like the egg tarts at Fay Da. Doesn't have that nice yellow color, probably uses less egg yolks.. The warm baos in the steamer do not taste good and are so overpriced. I'd rather go to Chinatown and buy buns there that I can freeze for later. read more

Love this place! Service was awesome! The buns are awesome. I loaded up on hot dog buns, coconut buns, and many goodies. I love the bakery - always clean. read more

Their pastries are great. The service is fine, and ambiance could be better, but it would have to be terrible to warrant a 4 star because the food is just that good. read more

So impressed at the variety of options that Fay da offers. I felt like i was starring at the display cases for a while because I couldn't make a decision. Everything looked so good. The prices were fair and the bakery was clean and organized. I got a cheesecake, baked pork buns, steamed pork bun and egg custard steamed bun. I can't wait to return to forest hills! read more

Fay Da may not be my first choice in Chinese bakeries, but their convenient locations cannot be beat. This one on Queens Blvd in Forest Hills is mere steps away from the entrance to the 71st Ave subway station. If you're on your way to work, it's so easy to pick up breakfast with coffee/tea or a late afternoon snack on your way home. The listed hours are from 7am-8:30pm, but lately has been closed by 7pm when the shelves are mostly bare. There is usually a very good selection of buns, both savory and sweet. The usual standards like roast pork, ham & egg, hot dog, pork flax, pineapple and coconut cocktail are available, as well as more uniquely different types. Try the curry beef puffs or chicken pies under the carousel heating lamps. The flaky crusts are great when they're reheated in the toaster oven also. I'll buy a variety of buns and pastries to have for a convenient breakfast out of the microwave on weekdays. If you can get a freshly baked char siu bao (roast pork bun) in the morning when it's still warm, your whole day seems brighter. read more

Fay Da Bakery - Use the stacked trays and tongs to pick your own buns from the display cases - Bakeries Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

Now that the Forest Hills is primed with Chinese options, I suppose it shouldn't be a surprise to see Fay Da steps away from the heart of Continental Ave. It's not just smart being next to one of the busiest subway stations in the borough, but also perfect for being one of the only Chinese bakeries in the area. Sometimes when the BEC (#1) isn't cutting it, then the variety of Chinese pastries becomes a potentially cheaper and more sustainable early morning meal choice. I do appreciate their superb cold milk tea (凍奶茶), morning freshness pastry wise, and quality spectrum of buns and different options. It might look like a tiny store from the outside, but compared to other Fay Da locations, it's surprisingly spacious. The takeout scene is big, but there's some limited seating here as well. Service is usually rushed, despite it not feeling all that busy in here ever. There's no WiFi and like many local places in NYC, it's cash only. The prices are becoming Tous Les Jours-esque at this point. $40 for a lot of their cakes and $30 moon cakes are kind of cray with only 4 per box. When in doubt, come in the morning and rock a chicken puff (雞批) or curry puff (咖哩角) and get a cold drink. ___________ (#1) Non-New Yorkers, we call this "Bacon Egg and Cheese" read more

Ordered the fresh mango cake for $28. There were only a limited types of cakes. I felt the cake was average in taste. Could hardly taste the mango. It looked better than it actually was. read more

Fay Da Bakery - Fresh Mango Cake - Bakeries Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

Love Fay Da! Delicious treats and drinks - efficient service! I always stop by when I get a chance - hard to resist my favorites here (curry beef puff, mango/chocolate mousse, bubble tea, and more!). read more

3.5 starts. This Fay Da Bakery is conveniently located right next to the 71st Avenue subway stop in Forest Hills. Perfect spot for commuters to quickly grab breakfast and/or lunch before heading into the subway. Fay Da is a popular Chinese bakery chain and there are many locations in New York. The staff at this location is very friendly, polite and efficient. During the morning rush, there can be lines for the checkout, but they move very quickly. The bakery is clean and there are plenty of seating in the front. There is a ramp at the entrance, making it stroller accessible but not wheelchair accessible as the door is not wide enough. The baked goods/pastries are towards the back in display cases and by the counter. The breads and pastries at this location are usually very fresh due to the high traffic that they get. They put new items out several times during the day. I really like their sponge cake and almond twist pastry. They also offer some savory items like curry beef puff, pork buns, lotus leaf wraps and sandwiches. This place is cash only. Overall, a great place to grab a quick snack or meal. read more

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I wish the location on Sixth Avenue by the West 4th Street subway stop stayed open later, but that's my only complaint. Delicious pastry and refreshing drinks. read more

AMAZING DRINKS. Great value. Classic Chinese baked goods. Drinks Taro with coconut jelly: best taro drink that I've had in a long time and it's under $4!!! Absolute winner and will come back Green tea with orange and pineapple: if you want a tropical green tea drink go for this! could shockingly still taste the green tea underneath all the orange and pineapple. Pastries: Taro cake: delicious taro filling, light cream, fluffy sponge cake Hot dog bun: average hot dog bun- light fluffy sweet bread with hot dog inside. Roast pork bun: inside of the bun had roast pork with a similar texture to pulled pork. Savory filling and would definitely get again. Service: there were two workers and they were so sweet even with the big wave of people who came in when we came in. They freshly made drinks for us and they thanked us so much for tipping :) read more

Fay Da Bakery - Taro tapioca with coconut jelly substitute Green tea mango pineapple drink - Bakeries Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

A small Chinese bakery with both sweet and savory options. I visited three times for breakfast in the same week and got different items each time but purchased the beef curry bun every time because it is so warm and delicious. Great for a quick bite to eat while you are on the go! Make sure to bring cash; they don't accept card! read more

Fay Da Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

I'm a bit appalled. Somehow I decided to come here today for all the usual unhealthy fare, the roast pork buns and curry puffs galore, and when I went to pay the $15 with a debit card, I first had to switch registers and the second lady rang everything up again. Initially, she wasn't firmly grasping my card when I offered it to her, and it slipped out of her hand and fell down to the counter because she wouldn't take the thing. Then when she tapped FOR me, which most places allow the customer to do for themselves, she wouldn't let go of the card when I went to take it back. For the second time, it went clattering down to the counter top. She "apologized" both times, but how genuine could your apology be when you're just deliberately being sloppy? It seems to me that they're mostly interested in cash. That's what it boils own to, but guess what? As the customer, I get to choose my method of payment, and save my 20 for when I want to use it. Lastly, they seem to only offer paper bags, which left me with two little brown paper bags-worth of piping hot buns, not convenient to have to hold in 90 degree weather as I wait 20 minutes for the bus home. Sloppy, careless and I won't be returning. read more

Fay Da Bakery - Two paper bags worth of roast pork buns and such. - Bakeries Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

Love old school Chinese Bakeries, just like the ones I grew up with in Chinatown, NYC. Prices are reasonable even now, 20+ years later, you can still get a satisfying assortment of buns and baked pastries for about $1-$3 each. Go really old school and get a small milk tea or coffee and a roast pork bun for just under $3. Classic Chinese breakfast. These local bakeries, especially this family owned chain, has been around as long as I can remember. With all of the recent nouveau European/French inspired bakeries popping up everywhere, I am always giddy to see one of these classic ones instead. Don't get me wrong, as the times change, the newer establishments are just as drool worthy and just add more competition to the playing field. Always room to grow. But I'll tell you, spending just a few bucks for a taste of my childhood, I'll buy into that any day. This location is super popular with the locals as it's steps from the subway and on the busy Queens Blvd. The space is well lit, fully stocked (I was here on a Sunday afternoon) and had ample seating. Numerous counters of cakes and breads all on display. You serve yourself by taking a round tray and tongs - one time use please. Just hand everything over to the cashier when you're done. Each row of breads can be accessed easily, lifting the cover open. There's even two rotating warming racks displaying the really good stuff that should be served warm, think curry puffs, chicken rolls, roast pork pies and other minced meat selections. I couldn't resist and bought three. As for the real reason I stopped in, egg tarts! My family and I just love those sweet, flaky crust, egg based tarts. Grabbed four to go as well. I believe this place is Cash only ... As most Chinese Bakeries are. Open all day but if you're heading in after 5pm, slim pickings. read more

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Good basic place to catch a quick bite and when you are on the go. Has pastries and bread and tea. Good location too because it is by the train station. read more

My previous review still stands and I will continue to come here when I am in the area, but I wanted to give an update on the continuing battle in this world of Good vs Evil. Today I stopped in to pick up a couple of egg tarts and a steamed pork bun (Thanks Doug W. for the inspiration) to take home. I brought my egg tarts to the counter as one of the ladies went for my steamed pork bun another rang me up. I noticed the cashier overcharged me about $1.00 (I was charged $5.40, 10/4/18 Good triumphed where I was charged the correct amount of $4.25. Moral of the story: Always ask and check your receipt!). The lady brought my bun and packed my items nicely. She began a discussion/argument in Chinese with the cashier and pointing to the cash registered. Since I don't speak Chinese I can only imagine she was actually looking out for my interests trying to persuade the cashier to correct the issue. Sadly, evil won out today. I paid the amount without argument since I probably would have left a tip of similar size anyway. I am updating my review to a neutral 3 stars because I still hold hope for this world and Fay Da in my heart despite my imagined angel losing the battle this day. read more

Fay Da Bakery - Good triumphed today!.. This should be the correct price for the same recent order - Bakeries Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

Great Fay Da location with friendly and efficient staff. Everyone is gloved and masked and they limit the number of customers at a time for COVID. There is an open selection of pastries, including hot baked goods such as chicken puff, and roast pork buns along with sticky rice. My family tends to stop by early in the morning to grab breakfast as it's a great price and open much earlier than other establishments in the area. Some of my favourite things to get are the hot dog buns and the chicken puff, both items that I got this morning! The hot dog bun is a hot dog encased in a sweet fluffy bun. The juxtaposition is a perfect pick me up in the mornings and always hits the spot. The chicken puff is a savory and saucy chicken inside a flakey puff. The insides have a distinct black pepper flavor and a light brown sauce keeping the entire pastry moist. The exterior remains flakey and doesn't soak up the sauce. Nice Asian bakery in the neighborhood, providing a good selection of Chinese pastries nice and early in the morning! read more

One of the best parts of Queens is being able to experience so many different cuisines. Since discovering Fay Da I have been hooked!!! Definitely try their hot dog roll, fish sandwich and heated pastries. read more

My all time favorite Taiwanese bakery shop. They have the most varieties and all fairly good quality and reasonable prices. It is still a family-owned up to this day. They seem to care more over all than any those franchised shops. I hope they open a few in Long Island though. read more

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My god what a bad attitude this fay da bakery staff had. They are very RUDE n horrible experience. They don't manners to talk. Their chicken pie was so much stale n it was smelling worst n I ask y eh staff she was shaking her head. My god what a bad attitude n they don't speak English n they don't understand English. The was very rude in talking.. read more

I ordered a chestnuts cake online, paid with credit card. When I went to Forest HIll store to pick up, a casher had my cake, asked me for pick up number, but I didn't know anything about it. She said if you don't have the number you can't take the cake unless you pay for it. So I started to looking for my credit card statement. When I showed her $26 was paid to FayDa 2days ago, she still said you have to pay for this cake. I get upset, started yelling. Then she asked my cell phone number and started packing the cake. Before She give me the cake she wanted me to sign a pick up sheet. My name, my phone number, my credit card inf, the amount was paid were all there on that piece of paper. while she was keep telling me to pay for this cake, she knew very well the cake was already paid. read more

Fay Da Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

Limited choices during the pandemic. A few of my usuals were missing so I ended up getting a Chinese sausage bun. It was a bit oily all the way through, but the white bread was light and fluffy. I've came a few times before and ordered different bakery items and they were all decent. Would get again: mango mochi, milk bread, pineapple bun read more

Decent pastry, mediocre cake, a nice little place for some quick buns that are slightly cheaper than other bakeries around. However, the employees working there are the reason why I do not go there anymore. Most of the have a nasty attitude, especially one of the lady that had worked there for quite some time now. She rejects my coins and throws them back at me when I do not have the exact change. As a customer I have the right to pay with any forms of payment as I wish! Unacceptable behavior and totally unnecessary to be treated such way for some pastries. read more

Fay Da is a staple Chinese bakery that has all of the typical Chinese breads, pastries, and drinks. Cash-Only and self-serve with tongs! I've come here several times to satisfy my sweet tooth, and I always leave satisfied. Daily-baked buns and pastries are about $1-3 each, seasonal moon cakes are $10, and Western-style cakes are $2-5. The hot buns, especially red bean, tend to run out by the early afternoon. The golden mung bean bun is one of my favorites. It's a bit more niche compared with other popular offerings such as pork buns or egg tarts, but it has a delicious rich, sweet, yolky filling. Service is always friendly and efficient, in my experience. Whenever I ask for a hot bun, someone always takes the time to come and get it out for me. The line may at times be long, but it moves extremely fast. read more

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I really love traditional Chinese pastries, and am so glad Fayda opened in FH. It's very popular among non-Chinese customers as well, I was really impressed. The food is good and prices are very reasonable and the recent renovation makes it even better visually. Unfortunately, there are a number of homeless individuals permanently sitting in the bakery taking up seats. It's kind of gross. I wish NYC is not this sad. Too many homeless people at Fayda, too often. read more

Fay Da is my go-to place for a quick meal after my yoga class. I usually opt for the roast pork bun or taro bun. I'm also a fan of their sweet butter roll buns too and they sell 6-8 pieces in the circular tin tray. Their sandwiches aren't bad either. I have tried the classic ham & cheese sandwich and the fish sandwich. I also recommend their soy milk (with some sugar) and iced milk tea. Definitely come here for a quick snack or light lunch. Everything is pretty cheap and it's usually less than $3 for a bun, pastry, or sandwich. read more

Fay Da Bakery - 7/8/2017: Fish sandwich ($2.50) and medium iced milk tea ($2.75) - Bakeries Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

I used to come here often when I lived in the area. Quick, cheap and convenient. I like their sandwiches and taro buns. Their egg custard tarts are average. read more

CASH ONLY. Right above the subway station, so super convenient for commuters! We've lived here for 2 years but haven't frequented this bakery as much as I would have expected us to. Maybe because I've warded off carbs / bakeries for a while. But, our daughter LOVES bao so we've come here a lot more recently, for HER. I haven't had bao in FOREVER but their bao quality is top notch. Super fluffy and slightly sweet. I know me a good bao! And now I'm sad that we didn't come here more often after living here for 2 years. My loss! I didn't grow up eating sesame balls, but I see folks ALWAYS putting this in their tray when they come here, so I followed suit. Holy shit. They're so good! Nice chewy mochi dough on the inside and a very thin fried sesame crust on the outside. Nice pairing. I think it would be better w/o the red bean filling honestly but the red bean filling is pretty good. I must try their other things before we move away from here! read more

Great spot for bubble tea and their pastries are always fresh. I love their pork buns. Their little cheesecakes, mousse cakes (I tried strawberry and mango), fruit tarts and the red velvet cupcakes are yummy. I like the ham and cheese sandwich too. I often used stop in here on Sunday mornings (when I worked Sundays) to pick up stuff for my coworkers so we could all have breakfast before shift. They have cakes in a fridge when you walk in that are decently priced and are delicious. There are little tables in the front as well but they're usually all taken any time I go. I usually get the bubble tea with half the sugar and light on the tapioca, not too much milk. The staff is always nice and the prices are really cheap which is great. It's cash only I believe. read more