Wow, this little shop is unassuming, it definitely catches the eye, especially for someone like me who 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. read more

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Just got some tarts here so my review isn't reflecting what they're known for or typically have. I liked these ok because it was creamy and light, not too sweet either, but it may be the crust part that I wasn't as much of a fan of. There are lots of other tart places that do something sinilar and didn't really think these were that memorable. But read this keeping in mind I didn't try to cake items so that product may be better if all you're looking for is a light fluffy dessert that's not too sweet. Try something else here! Just did take out option here so not much to ambiance or service from my experience to speak on. read more

Keki Modern Cakes - Wow Tarts - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

3 cream puffs for $10, milk cream puff is the best! Wow tart is interesting too, softer cream and a bit salty/cheesy like cream cheese flavor pistachio, cookies and cream and ube cream puffs are good to try too! sign up for text with your phone and get $5 off! Pretty good deal :) read more

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My friends and I were in the mood for dessert after having dinner nearby. I was drawn to this place after I saw that they sold cream puffs. It's pickup only here which was fine. This store is located on 32nd street between 5th and Madison Ave. I took advantage of the 3 for $10 deal and bought ube, pistachio and cookies n cream puffs. They weren't overly sweet which I liked. My favorites were ube and cookies n cream. The Pistachio one was lightly flavored. The service was great. They were fast and helpful. I'm looking forward to going back and buying more. I decibel recommend all to check out this place. read more

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I have not had Japanese bouncy cheesecakes in America so I was very surprised to have found this cake while looking for dessert places in Koreatown. Came right before they closed and they still had some cake options left. The only thing is that they are take-out only so you will need to find some other place to sit. We ordered the Ube Bouncy which is their classic cake but only with ube flavor. I can't say that the ube flavor was particularly prominent, but I really appreciated the consistency of the cake as it was both dense and very light with a lot of moisture which I really appreciate. It reminded me of the cakes you get in Taiwan which made me sad as the last time I went to Taiwan I forgot to eat it. Overall, would recommend and come back to Keki although I wish the ube flavor was more prominent. read more

Keki Modern Cakes - Ube Bouncy - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

Wooow, we got the original cheesecake and it was sooo yummy! It was not too sweet (in the best way) and it was also deliciously soft and moist. There was still a nice firmness to the texture of the cake that made it quite a sensation. The cheesecake flavor is quite subtle which I like compared to American cheesecake and it tastes a little eggy as well. I would best describe it as a cross between american cheese cake and Asian sponge cake (both which are yummy and when combined together, is double the yummies) There is not sit down as this is an order-only location. You order through the window and they give you your order very quickly. You also get to see the bakers making all the cheesecakes and different desserts. They had many other things on the menu and I will definitely try to come back to experience other items on the menu. read more

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The cheesecake and cream puffs were delicious. We wanted something not too sweet and not ice cream, these desserts hit the spot. The location is a hole in the wall so you have to pay attention otherwise you'll miss it. You order outside and they will provide the order through the window. It is right next to the ice cream store. read more

Keki Modern Cakes - Cookies & Cream Cream Puffs Milk Cream Puffs - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

Placed my order using their kiosk machine which was on the sidewalk for their bouncy cheesecake and cream puffs. I was not disappointed! Their cheesecake is light and literally melts in your mouth and their cream puffs are AMAZING! I'll definitely return for their cream puffs. Please note: This place provides efficient service. read more

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Obsessed with this place! I always make a point to pick up something when I am in the area. No other cheesecakes measure up, my absolute favorite is the yuzu glazed cheesecake. Not only is it delicious, it is also beautiful. The cream puffs are also very delicious, I haven't had a bad flavor yet. Service is super fast and prompt. It's just a window, there isn't a place to sit. I am already planning my next visit read more

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Purple I've bouncy cake. So good that's it's become a tradition. Any time there is a birthday - UBE BOUNCY CAKE! so much so that when it was my partner's birthday, 2 people brought the cake to Karaoke. It's fun to decorate too :) read more

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This place was so good. It's just a counter. DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR. They will help you at the window. They have these cream puffs just in the fridge and they are FILLED. The outside is like a nice almost donut like shell that is tastier than typical choux dough. The Ube cream is fantastic. Light, creamy, and filled to the brim. So good read more

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I got the ube cream puff - very unique experience. The crème puff was delicious! Not too sweet or heavy. The cream was perfectly light and smooth. I will say there was a bit much of it though lol. Like maybe the cream to pastry ratio was like 90:1 - so you can imagine it gets quite messy. I would suggest sitting down and eating it because if you're walking around like I was, it kind of explodes in the bag! There has to be an art to it which maybe I'll ask about next time. I highly recommend this place if you want a unique sweet treat! You won't be disappointed :) read more

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I stopped by Keki on an early Sunday afternoon and had a fun and quick experience. One of the highlights coming here is that there is a window where you can watch them make cakes - its actually kind of entertaining. A small group of people were standing there, staring at the cakes jiggle as they were boxing them. The ordering process was insanely convenient. They have a kiosk with a smooth and user-friendly interface that made placing my order quick and easy. Although there were a few people in line ahead of me, it moved fast, so the wait wasn't really an issue. I ordered the Oreo cream puff, and literally just a few minutes later, it was ready at their pickup window. The cream puff itself was great. The outer texture was nicely balance - light and crisp. The filing was the highlight, with it being very rich and creamy. Though it might have been on the too sweet side as well. I'd say this is a step above the cream puffs at Beard Papa's. Overall, I'm amazed at how streamlined and convenient getting food has become. Order from a kiosk, pick it up at a window, and you have puffs and cakes in hand in no time. I'd recommend coming here for a quick and satisfying sweet snack. I've also heard good things about their cakes, so if you ever need to grab a last-minute celebratory cake for a friend, you know where to go! read more

You will actually forget beard papa once you try a bite of the best cream puff of your entire life at Keki. My friend is obsessed with the original so she got three for $10 and we shared one cream puff which was literal heaven on earth. The cream puff melts in your mouth, isn't cloyingly sweet, and the actual bread around it was done perfectly. read more

Keki Modern Cakes - Original - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

By far one of the best Japanese cheesecakes in the city! It's light, fluffy, bouncy (as advertised), and most importantly, won't break your wallet. The freshly made cheesecakes always come out piping hot, so be ready to enjoy some on the spot, or save some for later when it tastes delicious chilled as well. The only recent disappointment was that the Wow tarts have been discontinued. That was my favorite item on the menu, so I'm hoping they return very soon! read more

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Ordered a bunch of cream puffs and cheesecakes for a friend baby shower. they ran out of cookies and cream but the milk and pistachio flavor were a hit. Everyone enjoyed the bouncy cheesecake as well! read more

Keki Modern Cakes - Milk Cream Puffs, UBE Cream Puffs, Pistachio Cream Puffs, Bouncy Cheesecake - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

I ordered a bouncy ube Japanese cheesecake from Keki Modern cakes. It arrived on time, well packaged, and frozen. We let it thaw in the fridge. It's very delicate and creamy, with a nutty (ube) taste. It's delightfully purple although I wouldn't call it really bouncy (you probably need to get it in person). It's small, but this was for a special occasion. read more

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We usually come here after Korean barbecue across the street. The cream puffs are probably the best I've had in the city. We usually get one of each flavor since they are all delicious. The taste is wonderfully balanced, not overly sweet. We also tried the bouncy cheesecake, but it was a bit bland and underwhelming to be honest. read more

Terrible packaging ever. I worked for 3 hours to buy this disgusting. As first i want to buy this for my neighbor and co-workers to celebrate Christmas. But should i give this kind of trash to them. Should i ? So i changed my mind i buy new one from another shop. By the way Thank you keki Your real "modern cake" is My nightmare Christmas ever read more

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Keki Modern Cakes is a conception from Moul Kim and Lawrence Wai, offering bouncy cheesecakes, tarts, puffs, castellas, and even softserve. We came here to try them out after having dinner - we picked up an ube cream puff. I felt as if the top exterior seemed to have been overly baked, as it was just super dark. The puff itself also seemed to be slightly stale and not as airy and crisp as you'd expect. The filling was generous with the ube cream, though, but these seem to be better when they first come out. We were able to order from their walk-up window, as they didn't seem to let anyone into the store (at least, not just yet, anyways). I'd be curious to try out their cheesecakes and their castellas the next time. +walk-up only read more

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I came to Keki for a sweet treat after seeing the cream puffs on the window. They have several flavors but I decided got the ube cream puff ($4). You basically just order at the window and they give it to you right away. The cream puff is honestly a really good size and I was shocked when I ripped it open and saw how much filling was inside. The craquelin on top gave it a really nice texture but that and the puff didn't really have much flavor. The ube flavor in the cream is also pretty mild but it's still delicious. It has the perfect amount of sweetness and I think it's a great snack/dessert. Definitely one of the better cream puffs i've had! read more

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Service was good! It's not a sit down place cuz you place your order through the window. That day they unfortunately ran out of the milk cream puffs, but honestly all of the ones I tried so far are delicious I decided to share a regular bouncy cheesecake with my family as well....it was a good choice I do wish they had some outdoor seating, a bench, or something, but it's tough in a smaller space. read more

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I got the ube cake and thought it tasted really good, but I didn't taste that much ube. I would like if it had a stronger flavor but it was still delicious! This is a takeout only place so you order on a kiosk and they give it to you. There are no tables or chairs to sit down and enjoy. read more

Zipping through K-Town to catch the train back to Jersey, I caught the pastel pictures of cream puffs! Wait, I never had these before. Three please. The ube flavor was the best, imo. Pistachio was barely discernible, but the milk was nice, though I didn't dare taste more than two bites of it. However, I had no qualm or guilt not sharing my Ube cream puff. It was only a window, but rapid service. Ok, nice to meet you, Keki. Hope you were also glad we stopped by. You'd make a nice gift to anyone. read more

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My friends and I grabbed a cream puff while we waited for a table at another restaurant in ktown. I got the pistachio cream puff. It was a softer cream puff compared to others with a harder shell. My cream puff did taste like pistachio but my friend said her ube one did not taste like ube. read more

Keki Modern Cakes - Pistachio Cream Puffs - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

I was looking for Ube desserts to bring to a picnic and saw that Keki Modern Cakes had Ube Cream Puffs. As I was heading into the city, I placed an order for a dozen cream puffs to pick up. The order was ready on time and pick-up was so easy! All you had to do was show your confirmation code/number at the small take-out window. The Ube cream puffs were a hit!! Everyone loved them. Keki is very generous with their custard filling and it was very delicious. I was worried that the filling would have too much custard or whipped cream, but the Uber flavor was there. The filling was also a very vibrant purple! The choux was also crispy on top and soft on the bottom. Please note that this location does not have any seating areas. It is solely pick up or delivery. read more

Small window on a street with quick service, we loved Kekis for the price point and the taste. The Ube cream puff was so filling for $4 and the cheesecake was so perfectly soft and sweet. read more

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Everything looks so good! I tried the cream puffs and I loved it, milk is my favorite flavor. Ube and pistachio were strong in flavor and delicious in my opinion. The cream puff crust was crispy on top and soft on the bottom, the whipped cream was creamy and fluffy! Can't wait to go back and try the cheesecake next time. Unfortunately, if you wanted to find a place to sit down and enjoy some dessert, they don't offer seating. You order through a window outside but service is quick! read more

Keki Modern Cakes - Milk, Ube and Pistachio Cream Puffs - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

Man, these pastries are amazing . Never had Korean pastries until I visited New York and man they are the Korean Mexican concha just 10 times better. They don't have a place to sit bu t their to go service is good and quick. Had the ube and pistachio. The best read more

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Cream Puffs: pretty underwhelming...the cream puff had a solid top (sorta crispy, buttery, and slightly salty) but overall it couldn't save it from the bland filling. My friend and I thought the pistachio, ube, and milk, all tasted about the same. I decided to drop by while waiting for another restaurant since I heard good things about their cakes but they sadly don't sell them by the slice. My friend and I decided to order a couple of their cream puffs because they had a 3 for 10 deal. The bakery is takeout only. I probably wouldn't return if I could only order cream puffs, but if you're ordering a cake, then I could see it being worth read more

Keki Modern Cakes - Milk Cream Puffs - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

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We walked by and wete captivated by the smell. This place always smells amazing with the smell of them baking their fresh bouncy cheesecakes and cream puffs. We decided to try one of their pistachio filled cream puff. It was really really good. It tasted fresh. The outside had this nice crispy topping, and the inside was sweet and chewy. The cream was light and flavorful at the same time. It had this really fresh taste to it. I would want to try the other flavors next time! Their service is great, we were helped right away. I even saw a guy in the background pipping fresh cream into the cream puffs. read more

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3.5 stars? Maybe 4? I only tried the cream puffs, so maybe the cheesecake is also really delicious! We got the 3 for $10 deal. In order of favorite, I think I like Pistachio, then Ube, then Milk. The exterior is yummy, but the cream was a bit too luke warm for me. I wish it was chilled more. This place reminds me of Bibble & Sip which I think makes a better cream puff (with more creative flavors). I wouldn't stop you from coming here! I would give it a try. September 2022 visit! read more

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My friends surprised me with a strawberry and original cheesecake. Both were extremely good. They're the perfect sweetness and fluffiness. I couldn't decide which I liked better, but I would love another one. My friend had called ahead of time to make sure these were defrosted correctly in time for the surprise, but they were not. However, they still really good slightly frozen. It was almost like ice cream cake with cheesecake. read more

Guys...let me start by saying I am soo sad this is in NY and not where I live. I'm from Virginia and came up to NY for a work trip. One of my business partners mentioned Keki, specifically for their wow tarts. I have a big sweet tooth, so of course I went out of my way to get some tarts. But when I showed up and found UBE....omggg Okay so I ordered a couple of the wow tarts and WOW! The creaminess, the ooze factor, the flavor. Wow. Amazing. Then I saw they had Ube cream puffs I ordered some for my husband and I to share for when I got back from that night. Y'all, it was soooo good! They're pretty big, but had zero shame eating the whole thing by myself. It was soft, chewy, creamy! I NEED MORE!!! read more

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If you don't know ube, it's a delicious purple yam. They make them into different things like cake, ice cream and this cream puff. This place is a take out only spot, ordering outside the door through a small opening. You can see them make the cakes through the glass. Awesome dessert. They have other choices as well. Check it out. read more

Keki Modern Cakes - UBE Cream Puffs - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

Super fluffy cheesecake! If you're a fan of lighter desserts you'll love this! Somewhat tastes like a mix between cheesecake and poundcake. We tried the original flavor but they also have an ube version. One cake is meant for about 4 people, but it's addictive and might be hard to stop eating it. They also have larger/special flavors: matcha & strawberry. Will order this next time for someone's birthday! One of the best desserts in NYC for sure! read more

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Someone bought me the ube cheesecake which is so fluffy and tasty! Ube flavor isn't too strong and the cake overall isn't too sweet. Would recommend as a light snack / dessert. read more

Keki Modern Cakes - Milk Cream Puff and UBE Cream Puff - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

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How have I repeatedly missed reviewing this amazing bakery. I'm a big fan of the ube bouncy and it doesn't get better than that. It's my go to when In doubt. The tart has a good bounce, beautiful color, soft texture and it tastes like heaven. I love that how most Japanese desserts aren't over loaded with sugar and frosting. I did try their vanilla bouncy as well and ube cream puffs but Ube bouncy continues to win my heart each time. The only problem I have with this location is that there is no bakery to really enter and check out the display, you have to know what you want and order it from a small take out window. read more

Keki Modern Cakes - Ube Bouncy - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

Came for the bouncy cheesecake, but stayed for the CREAMPUFFS. This might be the best thing I've EVER had. They were so so good. We each tried one of the flavors: ube, cookies & cream, and pistachio. Going back to try to milk one soon. They were light, the cream was fluffy and so flavorful but not overly sweet. Highly highly recommend. They were 3 for $10 and it was very worth it. Unfortunately- Was incredibly disappointed in our cheesecake because the it didn't bounce at all and was very dense, thick, and more cake-like than cheesecake like. It was literally the reason we came to this place but the discovery of the cream puffs made it worth it! read more

Keki Modern Cakes - UBE Cream Puffs, Cookies & Cream Cream Puffs, Pistachio Cream Puffs - Bakeries Near Me - New York, New York

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Have heard great things about Keki Modern Cakes and seen cute pictures on Instagram so wanted to try it! And it was really good! We got the ube bouncy cake and the ?yuzu glazed cheesecake? (not sure what the actual name is but that's what it tasted like). Both were great! My personal favorite was the bouncy cake because not only did it taste really yummy, the price was so reasonable! My husband liked the cheesecake better. It was an unique yuzu flavoring on top and a nice thick cheesecake on the bottom but was a bit pricier than the bouncy cake. Would definitely want to try the original bouncy cake next time! read more

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