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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).
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.
Finally got a chance to try this Filipino bakery that's been all hype for years now. I was never able to get any of their baked goods when they were an online only business. It's nice that they decided to open a brick and mortar. The space is very well appointed with tons of options as well as seating to enjoy your goods. I decided to get the calimasi doughnut as well as the Ube cookie. Both were delicious and price point was to be expected given the uniqueness of the flavors. This is definitely not something that I would buy every day but as a once in a while, treat if i wanted to get something different. I guess my only qualm is that this bakery just does not fit the character of the Neighbourhood at all. This part of Sunnyside is very much working class and a boutique bakery just seems out of place and not in line with what most people can afford in the area. The space feels like it belongs more in Soho or the village or even LIC.
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.
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!
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
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.
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
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!
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!
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.
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.
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!
i had kora for the first time 3 years ago when they were doing donut pickups from a window and remembered how instantly i fell in love with them! i've always wanted to reorder (it was hard to get!) and so i was so happy to hear that they opened up a permanent location in sunnyside! i wasn't able to get a huge selection just because i visited 10 minutes before closing (my bad) but the last donuts they had were these beautiful cruellers (i've never had theirs before) and they were amazing! absolutely loved the flavor pairings. the blueberry calamansi was my favorite but that matcha strawberry was also a 10/10. they flavors were strong, sweet, and delicious! the crueller itself felt a tad bit oily (probably from sitting out and the hot humidity) but i didn't mind cause it was delicious. their chocolate chip cookie was amazing too!! i will be there next time before they all sell out read more
10 months ago
Pastries, service and ambience is great. Everything from a variety of delicious Filipino pastries to awesome coffee drinks. There's a line to get inside but it moves rather quickly. read more
11 months ago
Goddamn these are fantastic donuts! Best money I spent today. Ube, flan, and cronut(?) were all out of this world. read more
5 months ago
extremely delicious donuts!!! i loved them, service was amazing and the blueberry fritter was my absolute favorite. the latte was just as good, im extremely pleased. the ambiance and aesthetic was nice as well. read more
5 months ago
The owners and staff are truly amazing. Owners go above and beyond with their customer service which is something that is truly lacking in NYC. The environment feels so welcoming and the pastries are out of this world. read more
10 months ago
I got the short rib and mushroom, the leche asada, ensaymada and a chocolate croissant. All of it was amazing ! read more
10 months ago
I knew I shouldn't believe main stream media for my food recs. I am Filipino and this place was pretty mid. The husband ain't got that Filipino friendliness either. Not worth the wait. The crullers (donuts with that twisty look to it) were so oily I felt it at first bite. The consistency of the inside was moist, moist due to oil! Yeah I know it's a donut, but I also know it ain't supposed to taste like that. Pricey and not worth it. The drinks were redeeming though. read more
I hadn't heard about Kora until I saw someone post about in on Facebook. Without even knowing anything I was int he area on a Saturday and wanted to pass by. For others that don't know you have to place your orders via their website in advance....at times a week in advance. Luckily they had some extra boxes available that day. Now these are not cheap, a box includes 5 donuts and is around $38....I may have blocked it out. The box we received had 4 Ube and a Champorado. The donuts are huge and very well made, so you get your money's worth, but 5 for 2 people was a lot. The Ube donuts were just lovely it's ube on ube on ube; so if you are a fan you'll love it. The Champorado was a brown sugar chocolate brioche filled with champorado and served with a salted condensed milk to drizzle over it; it was decadent and delicious and the salted condensed milk is genius. All in all I enjoyed them, but would be more likely to visit again if I can order 1 or 2 items. read more
11 months ago
The desserts at Kora are beautiful and delicious--credit where it's due. However, the customer service, specifically from Kevin Borja, was so poor that it completely overshadowed the food. Kevin's passive-aggressive attitude and dismissive behavior were unacceptable. As someone spending my time and money here, I expected basic respect, but Kevin made it clear he had no interest in hearing the customer's perspective. Frankly, even if he is one of the owners, it's clear he does not have the skills, temperament, or professionalism to be dealing with customers. His behavior is not just frustrating--it's actively holding his own business back from growth. The policies at Kora are confusing, inconsistent, and customer-unfriendly. Customers are told they can't order items unless they're already in the display case--even when the item is visibly being made, like the *leche flan*. You're instructed to go to the back of the line and wait until it appears. But what if you get to the front again and it's still not there? Do you just keep looping through the line endlessly? The policy feels arbitrary and designed to manufacture artificial scarcity rather than provide good service. What's worse is the hypocrisy. They claim you can't preorder items--but online, you *can* preorder cookies, which aren't made yet or in any display case at the time of purchase. So why does the "no preorder" rule only apply selectively? The lack of logic is frustrating, and the lack of transparency even more so. Adding to the disappointment, Kevin promised to follow up via email to clarify the situation, but unsurprisingly, never did. I waited two weeks--no response. No follow-up. No accountability. I can't help but wonder if part of the dismissiveness stemmed from bias. My friend, who this disagreement originated with is LGBTQ and was treated with a level of coldness that makes me question whether discrimination played a role in how we were treated. Whether that's the case or not, it's clear that Kevin believes he's above the customer when it comes to how he treats the very customers who support this business. Kora's food is good--but no food is worth being treated with disrespect. I won't be coming back, and I won't recommend this place to anyone until the customer service improves and the business starts valuing people as much as it values praise. read more
1 year ago
This bakery specializes on crafted donuts blend with flavors from the Filipino culture. It's by far so good, delectable, sweet and pleasing. The staffs and owners are visible in the bakery--very courteous and friendly. The price is reasonable. I love their Ensemada!! The flakiness of the bread with the grated cheese on top is to me perfect. Spacious, and unique take on serving their craft. You should try. It's totally worth the hype read more
6 months ago
I was a little disappointed with my Kora order. After hearing all the hype I finally was able to get a preorder in. The pick up process is very easy and the staff is super friendly. But the fried brioche were lacking flavor and even the toppings didn't add much. They didn't taste as fresh as I thought they would be. But it was most likely an off day and hope to try them soon. read more
1 year ago
I can't tell you which of these delicious pastry I like best, they are all unique and delicious. We definitely needed a place in the neighborhood like this. You will see the line of 30+ people at 8 am. After 9:30-10 there isn't one but you will have to take the chance of all these delicious pastries still available. Go and see for yourself. Welcome to the neighborhood! read more
My favorite doughnuts in NYC! Thankfully, the hype has died down, and it's no longer impossible to get a box. The online ordering process is very easy, and you pick up at their location in LIC. When we went to pick up our order, the guy working there said that they had extra boxes and a woman was able to just buy a box there. Even when I got a box a year ago when there was a crazy waiting list, the doughnuts lived up to the hype! Their flavors are always so unique and creative, and I love the story behind Kora as well. These are brioche doughnuts, and they're so light and fluffy. Even the doughnut with the flan in the middle isn't overly heavy or sweet. All of the flavors are so well-balanced. They are a little pricey, but that's to be expected considering they're a small team. I will definitely be ordering more of these, especially because they always have new flavors to try! read more
11 months ago
I tried their french cruller and was disappointed. It was cold, soggy, and strong oily taste even the cinnamon couldn't cover it. The other stuff does look pretty, bonus stars for appearances. read more
I went on a Sunday afternoon and they had matcha crullers and a couple cookie options. I liked the banana cookie better than the cruller, surprisingly. I also got the pandan matcha but unfortunately did not taste the pandan at all. It tasted like a good regular matcha. It's a nice sit down cafe with quick and friendly service. I would come here again! read more
3 years ago
3.5 stars. Not sure I'd schlep here on my own for these donuts, so I'm glad friends picked up some for us. - Leche Flan Ni Lola: Flan was good, but flavor of the rest was kind of bland - Ube: Nice cream, but not a lot of flavor either. I think people get so caught up in the pretty color of ube that they forget that it doesn't actually taste like much. - Churron: Cute, unique and interesting. They should make more like these. - Abokado: Creamy and tasty, probably the most crowd-pleasing of the bunch if a bit generic as far as unique pastries go. - Mango Float: Bright and tangy, but not the different from thousands of other mango-based pastries I've had. read more
1 year ago
Kora is the perfect bakery experience for any NYC tourist and local! I was so impressed with our entire visit from the moment we got in line. We arrived around 9am and there was already a line out the door(which was a great sign). One of the owners came out to greet everyone waiting outside to make sure we were doing okay which was a nice, personal touch. As soon we entered, I was extremely impressed with how clean the establishment is and how cute the aesthetic is inside! The chairs were very comfy with plenty of seating and tables to hang out if you're strategic to find an open spot. We got basically one of everything and enjoyed every pastry!!! My favorites were the spam and cheese pain susse (the BEST laminate dough plus savory melted pimento cheese and umami spam), ensaymada croissant (a beautiful marriage of the laminate dough hugged by traditional Filipino ensaymada butter, sugar and cheese) and the apple tamarind fritter (the most moist and crisp exterior apple fritter with the exotic flavor of tangy tamarind). I got the most delicious salted coco latte and my sister and friend got the pandan matcha and ube latte & their drinks were delicious!!!!!! They also have mastered their customer rapport. Every single staff member greeted us with a smile, were extremely patient and answered any questions that we had. You can tell both of the owners wanted to create a hospitable space in the community where they provide accessible Filipino flavors while making you feel like you're a part of the family. We are so grateful to have experienced this amazing establishment and will be thinking about these unique treats, drinks and experience until the next time we visit NYC! read more
7 months ago
7 months ago
Desserts, drinks, service and ambience was very delightful. Flan and Ube was my favorite choices! Well worth the trip to Sunnyside, Queens. read more
7 months ago
The short rib is to die for . They removed the short rib. So I'm not coming back until it's back read more
Kora is certainly very hyped, but let it be said here, it is not in fact overhyped! I actually appreciate their format of requiring you to order a box of all five varieties on offer a week ahead - my favorite flavors were not ones I would have expected. In particular, the kabocha flan variety was incredible, like a creme brûlée with the subtle aroma of pumpkin throughout. I also loved the pandan, but I could have called that, since who doesn't love pandan! FYI, it seems like the lines have cleared up a bit so you no longer have to order within 30 seconds of the weekly queue opening. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
Innovative desserts blending traditional Filipino desserts with ordinary doughnut. I have tried it first when a friend had a birthday party and it was really good. It is heavy, so, if you plan on eating one, make sure to leave a room for it! read more
8 months ago
Latte delightful but more matcha than pandan. Ambiance and vibe so amazing and you can see the kitchen. read more
7 months ago
Found my new favorite bakery in Queens! Everything looks and tastes amazing! Can't wait to try more from their menu. read more
9 months ago
1 year ago
I'm so happy that I finally got to try Kora. It 100% lives up to its hype! I was going to rank my top choices, but it was honestly too hard because everything was delicious. Just bring a friend and buy one of everything! Also, don't forget to grab a latte. Kora had the best ube latte I've ever had! I would totally come back just for the latte alone. The co-owner Kevin is so kind and very respectful to his neighbors. We had a nice conversation with him while checking out and had a fun little dance session with another staff member before enjoying our delicious meal. read more
It is true. The biggest compliment an Asian can give a baked good is that it's not too sweet. We really enjoyed all five doughnuts from Kora. My friend had to pre order the box at 3pm on Monday a few days before pick up time. The flavors change weekly I believe. Then you can decide to either pick up the box on a Friday or Saturday. I liked all of the five doughnuts. In order of my favorite: salted egg, flan, pandan and ube. The pride cruller was the sweetest and our least favorite. The texture was a little off too when compared to the ones from Daily Provision. A little expensive given 7.50/doughnut but very inventive and unique. Would splurge again for special occasions. read more
I've been thinking about trying the doughnuts at Kora for a while now, but haven't until last weekend. I think it's easier to get them than it used to be. I logged onto the site the prior Monday (when the orders for each week go live) at about 2:50 pm and snagged an order right at 3, but it seemed that the doughnuts were still available several minutes later. The Kora pickup spot is indeed a bit out of the way in LIC (about an 11-minute walk from the Courthouse Square stop on the 7, but in that really industrial section down by the water, so it feels pretty out there). But it felt like a fun little adventure to go pick up the doughnuts. The packaging is so cute, and the treats are undeniably beautiful. I ordered the doughnuts from my fave to least fave: Leche Flan Ni Lola: the clear winner. I mean, it's flan in a doughnut! Dense, milky, burnt caramel sweetness wrapped in a fluffy doughnut. The end. Mango float: probably the most traditional flavor of the bunch, but so good! It indeed had the vibe of a tropical cream float: a sprightly mango flavor mixed with a flavor and texture that almost resembled whipped cream. Ube: Liked it! The ube cream filling was sweet and satisfying. There wasn't as much of an ube chalkiness as I thought there'd be. Abokado: I love avocado and generally enjoyed this one. The freshness of the brioche really stood out, and it had a nice, creamy, understated sweetness. However, the avocado flavor did get a little lost here. Churron: I'm a bit conflicted on this one. The cruller has a rich dulce de leche drizzle, sugar and a bit of saltiness on the outside, which I liked. Not as sure about the banana and jackfruit filling. I had a slight, almost durian-like aversion to the flavor. Not the doughnut's fault. All I all, I'm glad I tried these creative treats. Would I order again? Maybe, if someone else wanted to try them, or if I wanted to get something special for a dinner party or something. read more
Interesting donuts. I shared the set with one other friend. I ordered, he picked up. I took a screenshot of the order confirmation and sent it to him. He was able to pick up with no issues. We liked the donuts but didnt love them. Fun to try but i personally didnt understand the hype. Would recommend splitting with 5-6 friends. Its a lot of donuts and they're dense. You have to order online. Orders can be made every Monday at 3p for that week. If they sell out, try again next week. I had these donuts a few months ago. The only ones that standout now are the ube and flan one. Ube one had a chip on top, i expected the ube flavor to be stronger so that was disappointing. The flan one was more interesting bc there was a small flan on top. Fun to have different textures when i took a bite. Wouldn't order again. read more
8 months ago
When I heard about these special filipino donuts, I was very excited and wanted to try them out. We placed our order on Monday, and waited the 4 days until Friday so that we could pick them up. First of all, the pick-up is definitely a trek. It definitely is doable, but it took longer to get to the pick up location than I expected. I also thought the price of the donuts were a bit high considering the size and quantity of the donuts. However, I am happy to support small businesses! Now, onto the donuts. The set we got came with some unique flavors. Starting from the top, my favorite was the leche flan ni lola -- it was deliciously sweet and had an amazing texture. Next, I liked the ube and buko pandan flavors. The ube tasted good, but didn't really pack a punch of flavor. The buko pandan had a lot of unique toppings that made it good. I didn't really enjoy the Itlog Na Pula, but I would say that is because of my personal preference since I don't really like salted egg yolk. The Passion and Pride flavor also did not stand out to me and the fruity flavor was a little off putting. Overall, I love the concept and idea, so I would definitely recommend checking it out at least once. I would be interested in checking out different flavors over time, but I don't know how often I would really be coming here. read more
11 months ago
The hype is real these are ridiculously good don't sleep on the best donuts in town. These are not just donuts. Yes, the brioche has lovely fluffiness and a bite at the same time. Yes the sweetness is just right. But also, the "toppings" are desserts in their own right. The F.F.G. cookie was unbelievable and puts all these viral cookies on IG to shame. The quality of ingredients and baking shines. I cannot wait to get my hands on more of these - looking forward to try as many flavors as possible. Amazing donuts from awesome people! read more
The donuts were delicious. The presentation was on point, and the flavors are so creative. That being said, the effort that it took to pick them up was more than I expected. Not only is the place far, it was also raining heavily the day we went to get them. It was a little frustrating that they ran out of plastic bags to carry the donuts in, especially given that it was raining and there's nowhere to sit nearby that's covered. They did wrap the box in plastic so I will give credit where it is due. However, imagine being so excited to try donuts and having nowhere to enjoy them in the pouring rain and not having an easier way to carry them back home. I really am cheering for this business to become even more successful but I do hope they are able to figure out a more efficient order/pickup system! read more
9 months ago
3 years ago
I am a fan of her work. A Totally different style of dessert presentation. Creative, innovative, crafty yet the true meaning of deliciousness still in each piece of her craft. We tried her Jan28, 2023 sari-sari box. The package has ube flan, itlog na pula, sans rival, kalamansi and ube. Each piece is unique but holding the essence of its true taste. Her grandmother is probably so proud of how she portrays her love in cooking on her special way. No wonder the leche flan ni Lola is everyone's favorite. The itlog na pula is seriously surprising. The sans rival is one hell of a masterpiece. The kalamansi is enjoyable. The ube is a bit exquisite. Overall, surpassed my expectations. Happy was able to try for the first time and was able to shared the experience with the family. I could imagine how much calories each donut consists. But who cares? The consumer cares less especially if the purpose is to try this madness. I would say - really worth the wait for the hype. The pricing is incredibly and unbelievably high. Once you tried it , you will be the one could give the justification. Am I going to go and try for more ? Yes of course , let's check out her seasonal product next! read more
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45-12 Greenpoint Ave
Sunnyside, NY 11104
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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 .
How are Koras cookies? The doughnuts don't ship to California:(
I would recommend them. They are good and unique
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