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    4.4 (356 reviews)
    ModerateChinese, Desserts
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    Grass Jelly 涼粉: $7, including tax. Take-out.
    Harris L.

    BLUF: Legacy renewed, but could be better for their slightly above average pricing. Fong On is the continuation of a legacy that's been around around since 1933. However, the recipes used are relatively new, as the recipes that made Fong On's reputation were lost to time. I don't recall visiting Fong On at its original location, but we've visited this particular location, which served as a tofu factory for the original Fong On, a couple of times. Items we've tried: - Grass Jelly: below average. The grass jelly here is stiffer than average, and less flavorful. - Rice Cakes: actually 糖糕; steamed Sugar Sponge cakes. We've had better versions elsewhere that are honeycombed in appearance, and softer and airier in texture. While Fong On was diminished by time, it's good to see their renewal, and to have a place that continues to serve traditional Chinese desserts.

    Tofu with taro balls, ai yu jelly, and red bean.
    Christine C.

    Rice cakes are sooo good. Yes, it is pricey but it is good. I searched Manhattan far and wide and only 2 places in Chinatown have it. 46 Mott street although cheaper, they don't have the right consistency or texture. Fong on is the most traditional recipe and so we such it up and pay for it. (Bak tong gou) We managed to try their tofu pudding and really liked it with the red bean, ai yu jelly, and taro balls. Not too sweet and just very simple and comforting.

    Tofu pudding
    Mei C.

    Visited this small, cozy tofu shop on a cold weekend. Wanted to try their popular tofu pudding, which comes with sugar/ginger syrup. The tofu itself was warm, soft and very velvety- I enjoyed every bite. Would've hoped for more seating as many customers fought the bitter cold and braved the outdoor bench to sit and eat their bowl of tofu. Shop also sells glutinous rice cakes and other sweet Asian desserts. Will return to try their other selections of sweets

    Joanne H.

    Sooooooo refreshing! I do wash the cold tofu pudding would be more chill. Also when I got there, a lot of their toppings are already out, so it was a bit disappointing. Next time I hope I willl get to try more items!

    Leeza D.

    Sweet or savory... that is always the debate when I go into a tofu shop. Although most tofu shop only offer sweet. Fong On has been on my list for a long time and I'm so happy to find it today on my adventures. I opted for savory with dried shrimp, pickled veggies, and scallions. It was a great lunch. The tofu is so soft and delicate. The toppings were subtle and complimented the tofu. The pickle veggie was sour but light with a great crunch. The brine was of the dried shrimp brought another dimension to the flavor. The green onion brought the brightness. They also have rice cakes and grass jelly with toppings. Soy milk can be ordered sweetened or unsweetened. Casual. Good and fast service. Indoor seating with AC and outdoor seating available. Pleas come and create your own adventure.

    Silky hot tofu pudding, ginger syrup, and ice cold herbal tea
    Vicky L.

    Great spot to satisfy your douhua aka tofu pudding (豆腐花 or 豆花) craving whether you like it hot or cold! This oldest run family tofu shop in NYC has been around for a very long time. I still remember it as a kid when the shop was on Mott St known as Fong Inn Too. It definitely grew more modern and appealing to the younger generations. It is also vegan-friendly: think tofu products, soy milk (豆浆 or 豆奶) , rice cakes (白糖糕) and grass jelly (涼粉 or 仙草粿) . They have extremely limited seating on the patio and inside, as Fong On aims for a grab-and-go, quick serve concept. The interior is casual with a little old school vibe, with their menu written on the wall with markers. There are much more choices than their previous location on Mott, now including tofu pudding (hot or cold, sweet or savory, or combos), soy milk, herbal tea, rice cakes, tofu blocks (soft or firm), and grass jelly. The savory tofu pudding has a slightly salty and spicy flavor profiled made with pickled radish, fried shallots, scallions, sesame oil, dried shrimps, and chili sauce to liking. The plain or sweet tofu pudding has the same silky smooth tofu in a cup but you can opt for nothing, brown sugar, ginger, or almond syrup to go with it. As for tofu pudding combos, I feel that they are a nice and contemporary addition to traditional way of enjoying these treats! From toppings like taro balls, red beans, grass jelly, boba balls, mung beans, aloe jelly, rainbow jelly, and aiyu jelly, you're going to be happy with what you create. Regarding the rice cakes, I do like that they have several flavors though I tend to stick to the traditional white rice cake, because it's a timeless classic just the way I like it! Some other flavors include ginger, matcha, and coconut, all airy, slightly chewy and sweet. My only pet peeve is that I'm unable to purchase these rice cakes by the piece and must buy by the box which comes in six. While some may want to enjoy the whole box or bring it home to share, there are many customers who wish to only buy one for a quick snack or to try it out. I've heard many customers come in and try to get one piece but turned down. This spot definitely brings back childhood memories! All in all, a favorite place of mine to visit and get some yummy in my tummy. Thanks for keeping this alive!

    Chih C.

    Craving a taste of home, I stopped by Fong On while in the area. I ordered a large tofu pudding with three toppings -- taro balls, boba, and red beans. I had it served hot (though I wish it came out a little hotter). The boba was cooked perfectly, soft yet chewy, and the red beans were just right , not overly sweet, which I really appreciated. I chose the brown sugar syrup on the side and only added a touch, since the red beans already gave enough sweetness. Service was efficient, though it could've used a little more warmth, LOL. Overall, a comforting bowl that definitely hit the spot for my hometown craving.

    Can't Go Wrong Tofu Pudding
    Annie C.

    I don't think I've ever had a tofu pudding like this before, so it's hard to review without anything to compare it to. However, the tofu was super fresh tasting, and you can tell they make it in house. The toppings also tasted very fresh--I just think it lacked flavor, but maybe it's supposed to be supplemented by the syrup of choice that they provide? I want to come back to try the savory tofu puddings--that might be more up my alley! Theres a couple of tables and chairs inside, but overall quite small. However, in the spring/summer they have some patio seats also. But, it's also a good on the go snack too!

    Meng Z.

    Cozy comfort food spot with tofu pudding, soy milk, and rice cakes! I love that for the tofu pudding, you can choose 3 different toppings of your choice and that they also have suggestions that you can follow if you aren't sure what to order. The soy milks were standard but love the cute bottle they come in. It's so cool that they have the rice cake in different flavors like matcha and ginger. It's a bit more on the pricier side but it definitely tasted fresh and high quality.

    Tofu Pudding with Ginger Syrup
    Calbert C.

    Their tofu pudding is the silkiest. I go all the way to Chinatown from Long Island just to buy it. I highly recommend giving them a try. There isn't much seating inside but its the city! There are plenty of places to sit everywhere.

    Sweet tofu: grass jelly, taro balls, aiyu jelly.
    Tessa C.

    Stumbled into this shop after getting boba drinks at Coco. I was so excited to try fresh tofu with toppings. The decor is clean, white tile, and well lit like a modern deli. Through a window in the back, you can see the prep kitchen. The big challenge was deciding whether to get sweet or savory. We got sweet with three toppings: aiyu jelly (lemony), grass jelly (herbal astringent), and taro balls and one syrup: ginger. The tofu was really soft and warm. Toppings were very fresh. Great snack! Will be back!!!

    Yingxin Y.

    Hong On's tofu pudding lets you customize your toppings -- kind of like an Asian dessert bar (think Meet Fresh style). You can add things like taro balls, red beans, coconut jelly, and more. I went with the plain tofu pudding topped with ginger syrup. The tofu pudding itself was decent -- smooth enough -- and the ginger syrup added a nice kick of warmth and sweetness. They also sell white sugar cake in various flavors: original, brown sugar, matcha, ginger, and coconut. I tried a few: * * * * * Matcha -- Way too sweet, not enjoyable. * * * * * Ginger -- Not bad, but nothing special. It honestly just tasted like they used the same ginger syrup from the tofu pudding and mixed it in. * * * * * Coconut -- The best of the bunch. Still on the sweet side, but the coconut aroma works really well with the texture of the sugar cake, making it sweet but not cloying. I also grabbed a bottle of their sweet soy milk.Drinking it right after the sugar cake made it taste bland, but after a little break, it suddenly felt super sweet! The soybean flavor is quite strong though -- I'd give it a solid 4.0/5.0.

    Snap, crackle pop (rainbow jelly, aiya jelly, boba)
    Toyin D.

    I was doing a mini food tour and wanted to end the day with a sweet treat. I had never had tofu pudding before, and wanted to give it a try. One thing to note is that it's a small storefront with a couple seats. I tried the "snap, crackle and pop" which contains the rainbow jelly, aiyu jelly, and boba. I got the brown sugar syrup on top. I wasn't sure what to expect when I first ate it but I loved it! It was smooth, warm, and not overly sweet which made it easy to eat. Just enough to fulfill a sweet tooth. Can't wait to come back and try more tofu pudding flavors!

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    Ask the Community - Fong On

    Will they sell you extra brown sugar syrup for your tofu or grass jelly? If they do, how much does it cost?

    Yes they do and it's currently 35 cents each.

    What vegan options are available here?

    All the sweet and savory toppings (except the shrimp topping) are vegan! The tofu pudding, rice cakes, soy milk, etc. are vegan.

    Are they using non-GMO soybeans?

    I've passed by here at 11:30am on 2 separate occasions and the place was closed. Can you please provide the updated opening hours?

    Did they happen to be on a Monday? We are closed on Mondays.

    Do they sell the flour to make turnip cakes and glutinous rice balls like the old place did?

    No, they don't.

    What is the business hrs ? Please update your website. Phone is not working as well

    Fong On can not claim the listing because Yelp has the wrong number. Yelp is snoozing. The working number to Fong On is 917-261-7222. Business hours are 11am to 7pm from Tuesday to Saturday, closed Mondays. Website to come!

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