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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 a crazy commute after work to come pick up my box of donuts. It took me 3.5 hours roundtrip on the train because there was delay issues. I had horrible luck today! All I kept thinking was.. I hope these donuts were worth my long travel! It was my first time trying these. The donuts were beautifully made and looked like art. They are all definitely unique. The 5 flavors I tried was the flan, ube, avocado, guava and the coconut one. I only really liked 3 out of the 5. The ube and the avocado one were my least favorite. The best was the guava, flan and the coconut one. The guava was packed with real guava flavor and it was very delicious! The flan one was really unique and tasted amazing. The coconut one was also very delicious. The ube one was so so because it just tasted like ube and nothing special. The avocado one was a no no for me. Once you are there, the pick up process was easy - you just tell them your order number. The male staff at the window was friendly. The location of the place is like in the middle of nowhere at some industrial area. It can appear a bit sketchy. I am happy to have tried Kora's donut, but I don't think it was worth the commute. read more
I was influenced by either YouTube or Instagram but I don't regret it. I was excited to finally get an excuse to try these doughnuts as I was visiting New York for a quick weekend trip to a conference. I ordered these doughnuts in advance, and my friend who I was staying with is not a huge sweets person (a forgivable offense) so more doughnuts for me. I went to go pick up and it's set up in a sort of market area, similar to Grand Central Market in Los Angeles. The vibes were busy and hip, but the person stationed for Kora was the sweetest, super friendly and helpful. I enjoyed the flavors offered this time around, having loved all of them. My friend demanded I rate them, but they all served different purposes. These flavors were unique and delicious, but especially the salted egg yolk one as well as kabocha flan. I would order from them again in a heartbeat if I were in the area. I can't wait for them to scale and be available in more places. read more
Kora is a small filipino owned bakery that always has endless lines. The way it works is that you have to do a pre order on Monday at a certain time where you can choose what you want. Once you've purchased that, you go in person later on that week to pick up your order. When go to pick it up, don't be scared by the line. It moves quickly. You can see the menu that shows what they have. These are very creative spin on doughnuts that are Asian inspired. The ube was my favorite and I loved that these doughnuts are not as sweet as your typical desserts. They are the perfect gift for your family or friends for the holidays. I will say these are not cheap. Each box averages around $30 so beware but these doughnuts are big and very filling. Make sure you bring some to share. They will be a hit! read more
I definitely recommend Kora! The donuts are delicious, unique and so beautiful. I tried five different flavors: Leche Flan Ni Lola, Ube, Abokado, Itlog Na Pula (Salted Egg), and Manila Cream. The Leche Flan Ni Lola was my favorite by far. So so good! Definitely want to have it again. I also really enjoyed the Abokado. Some of the donuts weren't my preference, however, I really enjoyed the experience of getting to try the different flavors. The packaging was also gorgeous. Highly recommend ordering and enjoying with friends. read more
10 months ago
A great addition to Sunnyside! Everyone was friendly and our pastries were delicious. We tried the caramelized sugar croissant, ube doughnut, and chocolate chunk cookie. Can't wait to go back and try some more treats! read more
Kora was one of my must-try's visiting NYC from across the country! After I watched a yt video about how she started her bakery, I literally became obsessed with flying to NY to try them, and they most definitely did not disappoint :') They're SOOOOO GOOD. The flavors are all amazing and outperform any other special donut I've ever had omg. I love the Asian influenced flavors and would easily buy a box every week if I could!! The service picking up the donuts was also great, and I ended up buying a banana cookie too. Equally as delish :) Our standouts were the abocado and flan donut. The abocado is not too sweet which is perfect for asian desserts. The Kalamansi was sooo yummy with the sweet meringue on top that balanced with the sourness. The Halo-Halo was also super tasty with the custardy filling. read more
10 months ago
We were there an hour before it opens. Once it was open the line moves pretty fast. Very organized and efficient. The Pilipino inspired donuts are very good and tasty. Everything we got were delicious but my favorites are the Ensymada, Spam cheese Pain Suisse and the Leche Flan. Will definitely come back when I come to NYC read more
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My sister heard of Kora through a friend and was told to make reservations a month before our trip to NYC. Luckily she was able to reserve a box of goodies during our stay. Kora takes orders every Monday for (5) flavors of their latest doughnut in their Sari-Sari box. We were able to pick up our assortment box on a Saturday. If you are unavailable to pick it up, I recommend paying for an Uber driver to pick it up or asking a family/friend. We went that route since we were out and about doing touristy things and across the bridge in Manhattan. Their kitchen is in Long Island City, Queens. Our box came with the following: Ube, Leche Flan Kalabasa, Phili & J, Buko Pandan, and Champorado. I felt nostalgic after eating a few of the Asian inspired flavored doughnuts! They were all delicious and innovative flavors that I have not had before in a doughnut form! I wish we had something that came close to this back in Texas. read more
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My sister and I have been trying to get Kora for the past 2-3 years, but somehow we just always had something in our way. We finally got to try it, and the donut selection had the classics, which I was really excited about. The donuts, although quite pricey, were so delicious and had the perfect fluffy texture without being too sweet. They were so beautiful to look at as well and you could tell how much effort was put into creating each donut. Our box contained the leche flan, ube, avocado, kalamansi, and halo halo. Although all the donuts were unique and good in their own way, my favorites had to be the avocado and the ube flavor, but the leche flan was a close third. read more
1 year ago
Such a beautiful little spot. Aesthetically pleasing. But the pastries definitely didn't disappoint. If you want to try all the different pastries, I would definitely recommend coming early. We came here around 12, and there wasn't much left. We were happy to try what was left, but we would definitely need to come back to try the ones we missed out on. read more
1 year ago
We loved the buttery rich pastry. Service was excellent! We got to see for ourselves what the wait was for. Enjoyed the flan donut and the purple Ube donut . read more
4 years ago
i've heard about Kora for a while now but never really tried ordering until now. It mustve been luck or what coz I was able to snag two boxes on my first try. On the day of pick-up, I decided to try these donuts asap lol not only because they looked enticing but i really wanted to experience them as fresh as possible. Our first victim from the sari-sari (mixed) box was the LECHE FLAN: dough was nice and puffy, leche flan was creamy and just sinfully good. That was easily a favorite. Second was the UBE: the filling was mildy sweet, i dont think i'd mind it to be a tad bit sweeter but it did blend with the donut well. I love the dried sweet purple yams topping. Next was the CHAMPORADO: ooh that chocolate topping was so good! Love the "pinoy" style cocoa taste. That chocolate overshadowed the donut probably lol by itself the donut was ok but with the DIY salted condensed milk drizzle it made the whole thing come together. The fourth flavor was the HALO-HALO: this was delicious! Kora really nailed that halo-halo flavor and that filling was bursting with goodness. Cute toppings there too! This may be on my top 3! Unfortunately I didnt get to taste much of the Kalamansi since the hubster ate 98% of it. I did taste the freshness of the kalamansi curd and that light creaminess of torched meringue only that one bite was not enough. Overall, Kora may be pricey but keep in mind the work and craftsmanship placed on each of these donuts as well as all the love and passion poured into it. If you compare it with music, Kora donuts may not be that loud mind-blowing concert you go to but rather that serene and mellow Orchestra that soothes the soul, the palate, and just takes you back to nothing but good memories, making you love and appreciate filipino flavors and cuisine even more. read more
1 year ago
These doughnuts are SO good! I ordered my first box in Jan 2024 and this is the best dough I've ever tasted. It's light, fluffy, and savory. Koras flavors are very creative. The most interesting flavor was the flan doughnut - there was literal flan in the center of the doughnut! My favorite was the sans rival. The roasted cashew texture and flavor was superb. Be careful! Most of the doughnuts are not too sweet, which is dangerous because I couldn't stop eating them. I'd highly recommend ordering Kora doughnuts! read more
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What we ordered | Sari Sari Box includes: leche flan ni lola, churron, keso, castana (chestnut), and ube ($32 for the box - each donut ranges from $5-6) Taste | my favorites were the keso, ube, and the leche flan. these donuts tasted great with lots of flavor and they also weren't super oily. the leche flan had a flan piece in the center. their keso had a nice sweet and salty flavor with the cheese. the presentation of the donuts was also very pretty. Service | worker was super friendly! their IG also asked for feedback on my favorite donuts from the sari sari box! Notes | this is just a pick up spot from 3-6 PM. we ordered online on Monday to make our order and chose a Thursday pickup in Queens. Their sari sari box flavors also change from time to time! Parking | Street read more
4 years ago
I heard about Kora Bakery from a Food Insider video when they were in a different space. I was easily won over with their leche flan donuts but their additional rotating and creative donut flavors with filipino inspiration made it a must visit on my most recent trip. Much like the video stated I set my alarms in advance to be able to nab a box of their infamous donuts for a weekend time slot. Within 15 minutes all boxes were sold out! Be sure to set reminders in advance to not miss out! Day of pick up was super simple via their window. They even had an extra box available for purchase so you can get luckily to show up near the end of the day to see if anyone didn't come to pick up or cancelled their order. Boxes were heavy and when I opened the box donuts were much larger than I expected! They are more on the dense side as well so you can easily share a box with a couple people. With a group of 5 it was more than enough. For our box, the flavors that were included were the traditional leche flan donuts, ube, abokado, kalamansi amapola, and halo halo. My friend was able to get a box a couple weeks before and 1-2 of the flavors differed. Leche flan was easily my favorite but others in the group enjoyed the kalamansi for more of a tart flavor, ube for depth, abokado for a lighter flavor, and halo halo for those childhood memories. All donuts were fried well and they did not skimp on the toppings either. Do yourself a favor and come check them out! read more
Absolutely delicious and well worth the adventure to LIC too pick up these doughnuts! Preorders go out on Monday for pickup either Friday or Saturday every week. They sellout quick so definitely plan for it and don't hesitate. My boyfriend and I made a day trip out of it and promptly picked up our Sari Sari box around 3p along with some other costumers. It was obvious that these handcrafted doughnuts were made with care - from the small details of how beautiful they look to the unique and bold flavors of how they taste. We finished our box in two days which is what is recommended and kept them in the fridge for storage. My favorite of our pack was the ube but honestly, they were all fantastic in their own way with varying textures and flavors. Highly recommend getting your hands on one of these boxes if you're a doughnut connoisseur! read more
9 months ago
3.5 stars. These doughnuts are in HIGH demand, and almost impossible to order via the form. Luckily I was on the waitlist, so I was psyched when my turn came to order in advance. The pickup time slot wasn't ideal; LIC from 3-6 on a Thursday or Friday was almost a no-go for this Brooklyn dweller, but luckily my friend in Astoria was able to get it for me. Each doughnut in the Sari-Sari box felt more like a piece of art than a doughnut. Very fancy indeed, and understandably so when each doughnut came to be about $6.50-7 apiece. Keso was my favorite. It tasted like a slightly more savory version of cheesecake, and the queso de bola cream had the texture of rice pudding. The cheese crisp, on the other hand, had a sharp, salty cheese flavor. Ube was, of course, packed to the brim with that really concentrated sweet, starchy flavor (especially in the custard) that you'll either love or find underwhelming, depending on whether or not you're a huge ube fan. The leche flan ni lola was firmer than I expected, but it was tasty enough. The castaña was kinda simple and forgettable to me. I liked the nuttiness from the little globs of smoked chestnut cream, but I wish there'd been more. I wasn't really a fan of the "churron," with a saba banana and jackfruit filling, but I'm admittedly not that crazy about banana chips. The doughnut base itself was a bit flatter and denser than I would've liked. Not bad by any means, though I prefer Dough. However, there's no arguing with the creativity of these flavors, and for that I give big props to Kimberly Camara, Kevin Borja, and the rest of the team. And I do still want to try the calamansi doughnut and salted egg yolk doughnut! Maybe one day... read more
Supporting the local Fliipinos One of the besties mentioned let's order some baked goods. Heard we had a certain amount of time to order in advance or else it will get sold out. And we got em! Faves: ube and flan donut. Not your typical flavors and totally disconstructed presentation were beautiful. read more
I've been eyeing Kora's donuts for months! And when we learned we would be leaving NY, my husband made sure I'd get a box and he succeeded! And I was overjoyed!! Kora's creations are so unique, beyond beautiful, and each flavor are such perfect recreations of nostalgic Filipino flavors! My favorite of the box was the avocado donut coz one bite in and I was immediately transported to my childhood afternoons when we'd come home from school and there would be a bowl of avocados in milk and condensed milk for a snack. They managed to recreate this in the form of a donut and it is so damn good! I hope the next time I come back to NY they would have a full store front instead of just a pop up donut drop! read more
I have never been a donut person, but these donuts are seriously one of the best desserts I have ever had! My favorite by far is the leche flan donut, but the ube is a close second, as well as the cashew flavored donut (I can't remember the name) I am so happy I got a chance to try these (they sell out SUPER fast!), and I am excited to order again in the very near future! From the unique flavors to the beautiful presentation/ boxing, I am truly sold! read more
You wanted to try delicious, innovative, unique, intricate doughnuts that is bursting with a variety of Filipino flavors? Then these doughnuts are for you. This is an on-line order only wherein the business post on Mondays on what flavors are available to be sold. The doughnuts can be purchased in a sari-sari box with 5 different doughnuts in it. After ordering on-line you will be directed to pick it up at their address at a certain day and time. So, that's what me and my wife did, we bought 2 sari-sari boxes. The doughnut packaging was cute and well presented, it is tied with a small banana leaf and a brochure that shows what flavors are included in the box. Our box included leche flan ni lola (grandma's leche flan), ube (purple yam), kalamansi amapola (Philippine lime), sans rival (buttercream/meringue/cashews) and itlog na pula (red salted egg). I was so excited to get home to try each one. And you know what, I was not disappointed. I enjoyed all those doughnuts with fried brioche, pleasantly not too sweet, and each flavor has a unique distinct taste that brings me back memories of my childhood when I was still growing up in the Philippines, the difference is the sweet treats are in doughnut form. My favorite was the leche flan. It is totally worth ordering on-line and picking it up from their place. Highly recommended. read more
8 months ago
Me and My friend have tried to order this donuts for 6 month and finally got them! I was interested in Fran on the donuts, that exactly what I was looking for but I like Ube one now that I've never tasted. It's all new discovery anyway. All flavor taste very natural, less sweet but rich, creamy and fluffy that exactly my type of test of donuts! So addictive and I'm gonna try to get them again even if it takes another 6 month. It's worth of wait. Never disappointed ! read more
Kora's donuts will transport you to a place that may or may not be familiar to you. Enjoying these donuts was an experience that I very much enjoyed. Many of the flavors were new to me and yet all were enjoyable. These donuts are crafted with an abundance of care and attention to detail. You can taste the difference compared to others. Securing a box isn't easy as demand is much higher than the current supply but I urge you to try to get a box. You'll be rewarded. The flan donut was the one I was most looking forward to. It was the most familiar and was certainly delicious. There is a piece of flan in the middle with a flan cream layer underneath. The ube donut was my favorite. I had never had fresh ube before and the flavor and texture of Kora's donut is far superior. The custard has texture which feels authentic and the color is outstanding. The pandan donut was definitely unique. The donut is fragrant and also delicate, making it approachable. The color is a vibrant green and the pandan coconut and sago cream is smooth. The castaña donut has a whipped cream layer in between the donut halves and a smoked chestnut cream topping (the smoked flavor wasn't strong in my opinion). The decorations on this one are very nice too. The keso donut reminded me a little of cheesecake. I love the frisco crisp on top! Crunchy, cheesy and salty, it compliments the sweet brioche donut and queso de bola cream nicely. As stated earlier, savoring Kora's donuts is an experience. After tasting the donuts, I can tell the effort they put into making them special. These aren't simple donuts, they are works of art. Given that, the cost is higher than other donuts you'll find. I'd say it's worth it and see this more as a special occasion treat. I sure looked forward to them all week and they didn't disappoint! read more
Finally was able to try out this bakery by snagging a Thursday pick up spot. They drop every Monday at 3pm EST (check their instagram for weeks that might be on pause!). The pick up location is in LIC. We got the Sari Sari box, which is a selection of 5 donuts. The packaging is stunning and comes with a card describing each flavor. My favorite, which I originally thought was going to my least favorite, was the Keso! I'm usually pretty skeptical about sweet and savory combinations, but the condensed milk glaze wasn't overpowering sweet and let the savory elements (like the edam crico crisp at the top) really shine through! Overall I'd say that these doughnuts are a bit more doughy/bready tasting than the traditional ones you might get. This lends itself well to strong flavors like flan and keso, but was a bit lackluster in the chestnut flavor (the monthly flavor) . They are definitely a little on the expensive side and their pick up is in LIC, but would definitely recommend trying it at least once. read more
2 years ago
My wife and I had Kora donuts in the past and absolutely LOVED them so we reached out to them to see if they could do our "wedding cake" (more like a tower with choux and donuts). They very kindly agreed to take our order. I kept telling my soon-to-be wife that I was looking forward to 2 things during our wedding: 1. getting married, 2. eating Kora donuts. Let me tell you, they were a BIG HIT! We ordered the following: - Leche Flan no Lola Fried Brioche - Ube Fried Brioche - Halo-halo Fried Brioche - Mocha Choux - Raspberry, Lychee, White Chocolate Choux - Malted Milk Chocolate & Sesame Choux They were ALL so delicious! My favorite was probably the Malted Milk Chocolate & Sesame Choux which I didn't expect but it was so good! The only thing is that once you run out of them, you can't help but feel a little sad and wish you had gotten more. We loved the service, the donuts, the choux!!! EVERYTHING!!! We'll continue to order from them. read more
11 months ago
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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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