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Kora

4.6 (287 reviews)
Closed 7:30 am - 4:00 pm

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Early morning options
Sam Y.

They open at 7:30 AM on the dot. The staff was already hard at work baking and prepping drinks. I like stopping by when they open to grab something before work (plus the meter parking outside doesn't start until 8:30 AM, though there is no parking between 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM). Be aware that they only have the croissant products this early. The full pastry menu is available after 9 AM. They have signature pastries and drinks, and then seasonal pastries and drinks. This time around, I opted for a Spam and Cheese Pan Suisse, and their seasonal (Spring) Lychee Matcha Americano. For non seasonal drinks, I enjoy their Pandan Matcha. Their croissants are airy and crisp. The toppings/fillings are evenly spaced and flavorful. The Spam & Cheese Pan Suisse had a nice bit of kick. The Lychee Matcha Americano (no actual espresso, just the style with matcha instead of espresso) was lychee forward. The lychee jelly is cute, though not as much lychee flavor as the drink. They are a little pricey, but worth it as a treat here and there. They are all baked daily and in house (you can see them working in the back through the glass windows).

Lily L.

I cannot begin to explain how much I've been wanting to try this place. The first time I went, the selection was very minimal so I didn't want to make a judgement on whether or not I liked it. Then the second and third time I tried to go, it was unfortunately closed. But this time, not only was it open but the still had a huge selection of pastries to choose from. I was in love with these pastries but just to point out a couple of favorites. My absolute favorite was the ube donut. It was perfectly lightly sweet and the bread was nice and fluffy. My second favorite was the leche flan donut. I have been seeing this donut everywhere and it is definitely worth the hype (it only took second place because it was a little sweeter than I would've liked). The for the cookies, my absolute favorite was The Goddess. It had such a nice chewy texture and also was not too sweet. There was only one pastry I did not like but it might just be a personal thing. There was a rhubarb donut which was weirdly savory and bitter. It was very pretty and the idea was super interesting and on top of this, the donut itself was extremely soft but I couldn't get over the flavor. The service was really nice. I couldn't make it to the shop myself but the counter staff helped my fiancé with choosing a couple of pastries that they thought I might like.

Michelle Y.

The inside is very pretty. It is very clean and modern. There is nice lighting and plenty of seating. It does look a bit out of place from Sunnyside honestly. We got two desserts. The flan and ube donut. The flan was very good and sweet. The ube looked good and filling too. We would love to come back to try more sweets with more friends. The workers were helpful in providing recommendations. This is a great place to stop by with friends to catch up. There is also a bathroom.

Blood orange milk chocolate danish
Gina D.

I'm kinda super late to the game and to be fair this review is from donuts on their winter menu. If I have to summarize how I feel about Kora-- they're delicious but in my opinions while they are VERY creative with new items each season, the classics really do reign best. The flan donut and ube were amazing (especially the flan but I'm biased). The honorable mention was the pomegranate cheesecake danish which was a crowd favorite. The Manila cream was as it might look a sort of elegant Boston cream.. which I don't like so I want particularly favorable of that one but if you like cream donuts you find yourself right at home. I would recommend Kora to anyone who loves to try new flavors and wants to explore Filipino flavors in a classic dessert we love so much, donuts. Unfortunately I wasn't able to try more flavors like their crullers and savory pastries which I'll be back for for sure! It's not the cheapest bite but standard for this economy today. Aside from the donuts, I didn't really find the pandan matcha all that exciting. Not strong matcha flavor, could sense the pandan but overall it didn't add much to my experience. The aesthetic is cute and inviting inside though I didn't stay in but took the donuts to go. If you have some time and find yourself in sunnyside definitely stop by as the staff and workers are so sweet and kind and truly are bringing quality unique flavors to the dessert world nyc!

Michele G.

Such an amazing spot! Have been dying to come here as I love Asian food and donuts- so this is the perfect spot. Tried 2 donuts and no line which was nice. Space is overall large and was no seating at first but slowly opened up. For donuts- went with ube and flan.. both amazing. Have not tried anything like it and you can taste the quality- really a must try and recommend strongly

Erin J.

On my NYC bakery crawl, this was my 6th and final stop! My second visit to the lovely Kora. I was so excited to grab some pastries and share with friends this time as we flew up for some shows (but mainly to eat, lets be serious here). Kora is just an absolute delight. A bright space with large windows in the front as well as windows to their kitchen, it feels warm and welcoming. They have perfected blending art with flavor and we all get to be the recipients of that. Filipino-inspired, I love these flavors. Being in Nashville, we unfortunately don't have a bakery like this so Kora is a must when I'm in NYC and can make it to Sunnyside. The staff is kind and patient and let's you take your time to choose your pastries. And they are all so beautiful and delicious looking, you will probably need a few moments! It never hurts to look at their instagram to do a little pre-investigation. On this trip, I chose 6 pastries as well as some of their ube and coconut cookies (which are delicious). For pastries I got: cranberry, guava & white chocolate brioche; manila cream fried brioche; ube babka swirl; ube brioche; ensaymada croissant; and salted egg brioche. My recommendation to you? Try everything. You won't be sorry.

Maricar T.

Kora, Spring Offering At the Fil-Am owned and Philippine -inspired pastry shop in Sunnyside, Queens --- the flower arrangement's color scheme is reminiscent of ube, pandan, langka and Pinoy kakanin. We came in at 10ish am and by the time we were done tasting five different new donut flavors, around 45 mins later, the line stretched outside. I absolutely loved the new salted egg babka-donut and the calamansi-basil one. While eating our donuts, I watched a visiting Pinoy-Chicago native ravish the new offering at Kora's, a 2-inch thick stack of cheese, meat and thick-cut bacon on brioche, a limited supply breakfast sandwich. He ate with such gusto that I couldn't help asking how it tasted like . He said, "You know the ONE Star Michelin Filipino restaurant in Chicago ... (referring to Kasama, offers ultra-popular breakfast sandwiches, too), this is waaaaay better." I continued watching him and his friend say wow in between mouthfuls of the Kora breakfast sandwich. I definitely, definitely will be back again for this @fromkora . #curious_eater #fromkora

Katrina C.

Kora in Sunnyside is an absolute gem! This is hands down one of the best bakeries I've ever been to! This Filipino-inspired spot has elevated pastries to an art form, blending rich, vibrant flavors with incredible technique. I went a little overboard this weekend and ordered a massive haul, but every single item was phenomenal. 5 stars aren't enough! Started with the Manila Cream. It was creamy, dreamy, and perfectly balanced. The Cranberry Guava Chocolate was a tart-sweet explosion that I couldn't stop eating. Both the Chocolate Rival and Sans Chocolate Fried Brioche were next-level: fluffy, fried-to-perfection brioche with that addictive crisp exterior. The Ube items stole the show for me! The Ube Babka Swirl had this gorgeous laminated swirl of rich ube butter, flaky and indulgent. We doubled up on Ube Fried Brioche and Leche Flan Fried Brioche. The ube version was silky and purple perfection, while the leche flan brought that caramelized, custardy magic inside the brioche. Unreal! The Salted Egg Babka delivered savory-sweet umami heaven, and the Blood Orange & Milk Chocolate Danish was bright, citrusy, and chocolatey in the best way. My kids loved the cream filling! Pomegranate Cheesecake Danish offered a fruity, tangy cheesecake filling that was so smooth and tasty on every bite. Don't skip the cookies. They are hefty and packed with flavor. The Caramelized White Chocolate & Banana Cookie was gooey caramel bliss with banana notes. The Ube Coconut Cookie had that classic ube-coconut combo done perfectly. And the FFG (Food for the Goddesses) I'm still thinking about that one; mysterious name, but divine taste! And to wash it all down, I got a hot chocolate called The Kora Chocolate Silk. It was velvety and decadent, like a chocolate lover's dream. They melted dark chocolate and caramelized some marshmallows in it. Very good! Everything was fresh, creative, and executed with so much care. The staff was friendly, the vibe welcoming, and the value is there despite the indulgence. Kora has quickly become a must-visit in Queens whether you're craving ube everything or just want mind-blowing pastries, this place delivers. Highly recommend grabbing a box (or two. or three) and treating yourself. You won't regret it!

Hong Kim L.

We waited for the lines to hype down at this place. About five months later and it was worth it. First time coming here there was a selection of colorful donuts. Starting from the lychee raspberry, Matcha strawberry green tea, Ube loaded (same concept as a Boston crème doughnut), and mango sugar glazed. When experimenting with many donut flavors, we tested which were the popular ones. Traditionally the Ube flavor doughnut flavor won. My next favorite was the lychee raspberry. Seasonally it seems the flavors do change and rotate. But let's not forget the beverages too. The Ube iced coffee and the pandan iced latte, which is one the few places that serves this here. Even on a cold day, the Ube iced coffee is so rich and decadent with a chockful of ube flavoring over the coffee. The line does move fast and the workers do an amazing job. Longest line I've experienced is waiting 10 minutes. The key is getting here early so you can get a chance to grab as many flavors as you can. The donuts are huge, but be warned are expensive. Worth the treat as these donuts are unique.

Morlene C.

It's incredible to watch the evolution of Kora, whose reputation as the Filipino donut pop up whose founders trained at Eleven Madison Park made them the most coveted donut to get during the pandemic. I remember making it off their waitlist because of a chef friend who had the plug, and eating these donuts on a frigid day in a car, because Kora had no storefront yet. Years later, I found myself waiting in a long line during the holiday break, with a slew of many others wanting to get our hands on these amazing pastries. Just as I was about to get to the front of the line, someone came out to announce they had sold out of all donuts, but had cookies, crullers, and drinks left. I was disappointed but determined to leave with something, as I don't find myself in Sunnyside often. I think they really undersold their offerings because the crullers and cookies and croissants were still available aplenty, and not only that, they were absolutely phenomenal at that. I left with a coffee cruller and caramelized white chocolate banana cookie. Maybe there's something about the quality of the butter or the way they brown their butter but the fragrance coming out of the pastries lit up every taste bud I possessed. The coco jam latte, made with brown sugar coconut jam and espresso, was also strong and delicious. No misses here! This spot is worth going out of your way for, and even waiting in a short line for. Every single thing Kim touches is delicious!

Komal R.

I specifically drove from Philly to NYC to try their pastries! The staff seemed so kind and friendly, and their drinks and sweet goods were phenomenal and totally worth the hype! Plus, they have a clean and huge bathroom which is unheard of at most NYC bakeries. I had the following: Ube Fried Brioche: The most amazing brioche I have had. The Ube filling was plentiful Leche Flan Ni Lola: So luscious and silky Ube Latte: So pretty and the Purple yam was a delightful combination with Espresso Pandan & Matcha Latte: I could taste the Pandan and Matcha flavors distinctly which usually is not the case. Coco Jam Latte: Thankful that I got this as a last minute decision, there was a sweetness and saltiness to it that made the drink so balanced.

Top: Leche Flan; Guava Cran; Coffee | Bottom: Cheesecake Pomegranate; Ube; Sans Rival
Veronica L.

Had the privilege to try their DELISHH seasonal pastries when my Queens friends brought them over! They're filling and quite hefty, in the best way! The uniqueness of flavors and size of the pastries make them worth the price. Everything was honestly good! Special shoutout to the Leche Flan, which was texturally nice with the Brioche dough. The Ube was also pretty good! Don't be overwhelmed by the outlook lol Great to pair these pastries with a bev to balance out all the sweets. I love that Kora rotates their menu with seasonal offerings. Expect about a ~20 min wait due to its popularity. This spot is worth a try!

Their Sausage Egg and Cheese. Almost like a chorizo burger. Very good.
Keith O.

Definitely a spot to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings with a Filipino twist. The lines can get long, but they move quickly. The place itself is nice, a bit trendy appeal. But not overbearing. Unfortunately, all the seats were taken. So, we had to take our food on the go. The pastries were very good. We got the ensaymada, ube latte, the coco jam latte (a must have) and a whole bunch of stuff I forgot (my wife went to town on the stuff we bought ). Since we don't really go to Sunnyside that often, it was worth the trip.

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Ask the Community - Kora

Did the location change?

Not sure of any other locations but the one I visited was located on Greenpoint Ave in Sunnyside Queens.

How often do they rotate flavors?

They do some seasonal flavors so I assume every 2-3 months .

Hi, How can we order online if you don't have telephone number written in your website?

You need to approach the owner .

Do they make CHEESE DANISH SPECIFICALLY?

They do ,though I didn't try.

How are Koras cookies? The doughnuts don't ship to California:(

I would recommend them. They are good and unique

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Astoria

I've had my eye on this place for years - should have come here sooner…read more Black sesame basque cheesecake: my favorite of the 4 I tried. This is actually cheesecake rather than the lighter Japanese version, with a strong black sesame flavor. Hojicha creme brulee: this came as part of a promotion, and the taste is strong. They do brulee the top on the spot and my sugar top got a little too burnt. Oolong tea cheesecake: still good, would get this again still. Lighter flavor but the floral flavor does come out at the end of a bite. Coconut milk jelly: the lightest of the flavor but still sweet and flavorful enough to come through. There's a dusting of graham crackers and strawberry jelly to complement. We also got a hot matcha jasmine latte but it was actually cold. It seems like it normally comes iced and perhaps they have no way of warming up the jasmine part. There's a points program and tons of promotions that rotate. There have also been different desserts that rotate so I'll have to keep coming back to try more. They have a lunch special too where you can get a drink or dessert for less cost.

Idk what possessed me to order 2 cake slices. I had such a hard time finishing. I'm all caked out…read morefor the week. 3.5/5 Black sesame basque cheesecake $7- the 1st few bites are great, but the black sesame flavor gets too strong after that 3/5 Ice chiffon cake $7- decent however, I expected the cake itself to be softer & more moist, but it's a bit on the drier side, not sure if the milk powder dusting on top attributes to it 4/5 Vanilla matcha latte- $7.25- I've had their plain matcha before which is good quality matcha, somewhat bitter like it should be w/o tasting like dirt, you add sugar or flavored syrup, last time I didn't add anything which I regretted, since I do like a bit of sweetener, this time I added vanilla syrup which is barely sweet, wish I'd requested a bit more syrup 5/5 Service- employee is very friendly & informative, make sure to ask which desserts are gelatin free if you eat halal or kosher

Kora - filipino - Updated May 2026

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