Loved everything about this bakeshop, from the sweet owners to the story behind the treats, interior design, and desserts. The owners are a Thai married couple who came up with the idea of gluten-free and organic basque cheesecakes so that their son, who has special dietary needs and sensitivities, could enjoy them. Even the pandan is hand-steeped and not made from artificial flavors. The basque cheesecakes in three different sizes and are packaged in round containers that look very aesthetic. If you're not sure about which flavor to get, the owners offer samples (if it's not to busy). I tried almost every flavor and think that the best one is mango sticky rice. It's a little runnier than the other flavors because of the topping. The black sesame is a strong contender for first place -- I love that you can actually taste the sesame seeds within the cheesecake. My least favorite was definitely the seasonal guava. The cheesecake was too dense and grainy, and I think it's from the guava seeds. I tried one of the pandan drinks and thought it was just alright. The pandan flavor was very strong, as was the pandan basque cheesecake. next time, I want to try the Thai tea since that's their specialty. read more

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Such a pretty cafe in the middle of Chinatown! I love how they painted the entire cafe to match the color of a classic Thai tea/coffee. Plenty of room to move around and comfortable seating as well. They have such an extensive drinks menu that it becomes so difficult to choose!! Everything on the menu looks so inviting - especially the comfort and the cloud series! I honestly wanted to get everything but my stomach disagreed so I could only choose 1 drink. I asked for the Indonesian style Avocado coffee, and the owner let me know that they will check if the Avocados are ripe or not. Luckily, they did have some ripe avocados so they asked me to wait like 10 minutes as everything they make is from scratch, no premade stuff - which I really appreciate. I like that they do things the right way and choose quality over quantity. The coffee itself didn't taste much of avocado though, it just tasted like regular latte with a slight hint of oil/fat. However, I am not done with them yet. I will come back to try their Pandan basque cake and Pandan based drinks because apparently they hand squeeze fresh Pandan leaves every morning to get the extract out. read more

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I've been back a few times already and im absolutely in LOVE with their basque cheesecakes! There's plenty of flavors to choose from and I've pretty much tried everything but my top five are: taro, ube, mango sticky rice, guava, and pandan. The owners are so sweet and really take their time to make sure each customer gets to sample the cheesecakes before choosing, so sometimes there is a bit of a wait. Once you have a taste of their cheesecakes though, you're bound to be a repeat customer like me. Usually basque cheesecakes are firmer than I like them to be, but this place has perfected that super soft and custardy middle center of a cheesecake. read more

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I've been wanting to come try out Lamoone for awhile and so glad I'm finally able to stop by on a Saturday afternoon. I'm not a coffee drinker, so I was excited to that they offer their Cloud Series, which are coconut water based drinks. I ordered the Hojicha, Yuzu, and Lavender Coconut Cloud. I really liked that they use coconut water, which makes the drinks feel light and refreshing rather than overly heavy or creamy. The hojicha tea flavor was aromatic and it was a pleasant surprise in combination with coconut water. The yuzu was the most refreshing one that's perfect for the summer. The flavors were well balanced and enjoyable. I could not comment on the lavender as it was my 9 year old lavender loving son's request and he did not want to share. For their cheesecakes, we got the Matcha, Ube, Pandan, Vanilla, Mango, and Guava, with the Mango and Guava being seasonal flavors. The cheesecakes were super creamy and smooth, and you can really taste the quality of the ingredients. The flavors actually come through instead of being overwhelmed by sweetness. None of them were too sweet and each one had its own distinct flavor profile. My personal favorites were the Pandan and Guava. The Pandan had that distinct fragrant, slightly nutty and floral flavor that I love, while the Guava had a fruity and slightly tangy note that made it feel especially refreshing. Both flavors were unique without being overpowering The only downside was the wait time. There weren't many people when we visited, and I was initially told my drinks would take about 10 minutes, but I ended up waiting around 30 minutes. That said, the service was excellent. The staff was very apologetic about the delay and even gave me a complimentary vanilla cheesecake to make up for the wait, which I really appreciated. Overall, I enjoyed both the drinks and cheesecakes and would definitely come back to try more seasonal flavors! My only tip is if you don't have time to wait, skip the drinks for next time as that was the reason for the wait. Another plus is they actually let you try the cheesecakes before you decide which is rare as we normally get to try ice creams or gelato but never cakes. This is definitely a place I would return. read more

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You can tell this place is the owners dream and I absolutely love places like that. The owner let us try some cheesecake and explained which one was his wife and sons favorite as well - it felt like a personal experience. The interior was meticulous from the orange chair in the back to the owners chef jacket. The bags and cases for the cheesecake are so cute too! I got the kabocha pumpkin and got to try the taro and sesame - I love that they have both taro and ube because they're indeed different flavor profiles! I almost felt bad for getting such beautiful packaging only to eat it and throw out the box - I should have kept it as a gift. The owner might save a little by asking for eating in vs out so fewer boxes are used. Regardless the space is phenomenally curated and the vibes are immaculate. I would come back here in a heartbeat! There is care in having a water dispenser, and utensils in a beautifully presented format. I really hope more people find out about this place and feel how genuine it is (and how delicious!!!!) read more

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This new dessert spot is basque cheesecake meets Thai flavors. The space is a bit tight but very inviting and cute. We got the black sesame cheesecake and lychee Thai iced tea. The cheesecake is nice and creamy. The iced tea is flavorful without being too sweet. And you get the tang from the real lychee. The packaging is also very cute. The lady who I assume it's the owner was very nice and let us sample the flavors. These guys are new but with very limited opening hours. It was a pure coincidence that we walked by when they were open. read more

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Accidentally stumbled upon this Spanish-inspired cheesecake shop, and I'm so glad we did! The interior is quaint, cozy, and incredibly serene. I especially loved the comfortable lounge chairs, and even the self-serve condiment cart was beautifully decorated with water and other essentials. It's the kind of place that invites you to slow down and relax for a bit. One thing that really impressed me was that they let you sample the different cheesecake flavors before deciding. It's such a thoughtful touch and made choosing much easier. I ended up getting the **Traditional** cheesecake, which reminded me of a smooth vanilla bean cream--light, creamy, and not overly sweet. We also tried the **Pandan** flavor, and that was my favorite. It had a wonderful balance where you could taste both the fragrant pandan and the rich, cheesy flavor without either overpowering the other. I'm really glad we stumbled upon this hidden gem! Next time, I'd love to come back and try one of their drinks since they offer both tea and coffee options. IG:Jubes111 read more

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Delicious gluten free cheesecakes. Tried the sesame and ube and both are excellent. The sesame is from Japan and they roast and grind them themselves for the best flavor. The owner is also the sweetest lady ever. Good amount of seating inside with cute decor. I'll definitely be back to try all the other flavors. read more

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Cheesecake sooooo delicious. Vibe and ambiance literally so cute and vibey and relaxing. Service excellent / outstanding. Wow. We came in for coffee but The owner brought us samples and we had to get one . Mango sticky rice cheesecake soooo delicious. Our coffees were so good too. Love this place. Definitely recommend. 10 out of 5 stars read more

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small asian flavored cheesecake shop with drinks available. it's super busy friday and saturday- so go on a weekday unless you're ready for the wait. it's a one man shop and the owner is really kind/humble. i pre ordered the mango sticky rice cheesecake (a good call since it was sold out when i got there and pandan cheesecake). the pandan is so fragrant and the mango sticky rice is such a cool twist. the lychee refresher quenched my thirst amid the poor air quality in nyc read more

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Oh goodness we have been trying basque cheesecakes everywhere (ktown) and turns out the best one was in Chinatown!!! The girl at the register is very friendly and we tried all the cheesecake flavors. We initially just bought drinks and would come back a few hours later to purchase cheesecakes for the ride home. The drinks taste so natural and healthy. There is no added sugar, make sure to mix the drink! The foam was perfect, we just didn't realize we had to mix until we were almost done with our drinks. For cheesecakes I bought the sesame for the family of aunts and for the first time in my life they loved a cake I bought for them. They usually complain that all the other cheesecakes were too sweet, but this sesame one is perfect for the older generations! Can't go wrong with any of the cheesecake flavors, because we tried them ALLLL. 100000% would return! read more

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This store was soooo cute. The decor and everything felt extremely elegant which made me want to stop by. Starting off, they have a lot of flavors from Pandan to Taro to Sweet Potato and even Kombucha (Japanese Pumpkin). All of these flavors did make it hard to choose which cheesecake to grab but the owners (I believe) were so accommodating and offered free samples of whatever cheesecake we wanted to try. We chose a couple of flavors and they added a couple themselves as well which made the choosing process so much easier. We did enjoy quite a few flavors because they were all pretty light but decided on Pandan (their top seller) and Red Bean (limited edition for Chinese New Year). Another thing that I really liked was the fact that they have 3 different sizes so we ended up getting 2 smalls to go. The cheesecakes themselves are organic so they only last for 7 days! On top of this, we decided to try one of their drinks from the Coconut cloud series. This was sooo addicting because again, it was not too sweet and overpowering but instead so refreshing. The Peach syrup they used was purchased from Japan and the coconut water was natural so there wasn't any added sugars. I just wish they had one of these locations in queen because I think they would make great gifts and I would love to be able to grab some more for myself as well! read more

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The only type of cheesecake I'm a fan of is basque cheesecake, so I was interested to try the Asian flavors from Lamoone. The owner was super friendly and welcoming, while explaining their origin. I was able to sample the pandan, ube, and seasonal sweet potato cheesecake flavor. All of them were fantastic! We ended up ordering the 2 mini cheesecakes ($10.50 each) and Butterfly Pea Flower Tea ($7.50). Cheesecakes had a good flavor and was not too sweet. I've never had Butterfly Pea Flower Tea before but it tasted like sweet Chinese herbal tea. This is a small café, where up to 8 people can sit comfortably. Would come back to try more flavors. read more

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Basque, or San Sebastián, cheesecake is certainly having a moment worldwide. There is of course the original version in its namesake city, viral versions across most of Türkiye, and renditions across all of East Asia. Visiting Lamoone was my first time trying a SEA take. All the flavors we tried were excellent, including the pandan and the ube. Unexpectedly, my absolute favorite was the vanilla - when I told the chef this, he nodded knowingly, saying that they pride themselves on the quality of the vanilla beans they use. Definitely one of the more exciting recent additions to Chinatown's dessert scene. read more

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So delicious!!!! Owner is so nice, he gave us free samples to try. I got the Ube and vanilla basque and it was amazing! Also got a lychee Thai tea and it was so yummy. Definitely come here and support read more

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Amazing atmosphere! The staff are so sweet, and the cheesecake was so delicious! Will definitely be coming back!

I absolutely ADORE this place!! They are known for their custard basque cheesecakes which come in so many different flavors. It would be hard not to fall in love with just one! Our favorites were the Taro and Pandan. No artificial flavoring or overly sweet -just rich, quality ingredients. The Pistachio Crème Latte was also one of the best pistachio lattes my hubbs has ever had, which says a lot! Warm ambience, friendly owner, and cheesecakes served in the cutest little wooden boxes! We will definitely be coming back again! read more

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Although it was a wait (give the guy a break - he's essentially running a one man show), it was worth it. Flavors are spot on, especially the pandan! This cut bakery specializes in basque cheesecakes infused with Thai flavors and aesthetically pleasing & delicious drinks. Shorter hits during the weekdays but well worth the visit! read more

Is this what it feels like when a person walks into a first-class anything? What it feels like to walk into a brand name store? The customer service here definitely made me feel rich and special. Top notch. My coworker and I was given a sample of all flavors before being told to make a decision. Meanwhile, they made sure to tell us where everything was imported from and showed how much trial and error it took for them to present us with the options we currently have. To start off, I am chinese so of course my very first compliment is to say that they are not very sweet. Just the perfect amount of sweet. They are also very smooth, like having mousse. The signature madagscar vanilla custard is a really good classic one that you cannot go wrong with. Its so rich in flavor. The basil was the most surprising flavor they have to offer. So unique. Upon hearing the flavor, I expected it to be overly floral -- pungent, but it was not. It was just enough to make a scene without overwhelming you. Definitely give it a try. Family favorites include the ube and black sesame. Very strong flavors. I feel like I need to compliment the black sesame more because I have been to many dessert places that just cannot seem to get the flavor out. I just learned they also have a red been and I can bet that my family will love that too. So smooth. I personally am not a fan of the texture of biting into individual beans and they have eliminated that for me. It's become so smooth that even most smoothies cannot achieve it. It shows that they took great care to sieve it through and through for perfection. I felt like the pumpkin (kabucha) was also a special one because I personally like to eat Japanese pumpkin but only when it's prepared a certain way. I usually see people use the western pumpkins in their menu so I was excited when I saw this one. My dad is a fan and apparently my daughter is too. She finished it all by herself. The taro is very subtle but I feel like that is just how real taro are like. The fact that they were able to keep that taro essence despite it being naturally unnoticeable while changing up the texture is pretty cool. Their thai tea and matcha are strong enough to be good without being overwhelming. They recently had me try the chocolate and espresso flavors. The chocolate was good but it did not feel all that special. I bet my daughter would love it though. I really liked the espresso one. A coffee-lover's must-try. Unfortunately they do not have it all the time. They said even their coffee goes out of stock a lot too (hence they cannot make more of the cake). They also let my coworker and I sample the pandan coconut cloud. So good. It is refreshing and not too strong in flavor. It will 100% be a hit during the summer time. I cannot visit too often though because my wallet cannot support me enough. Trying to save it for special occasions (at least the cakes). read more

Lamoone is AMAZING. soooo delicious, definitely one of my favorite new spots. we had the thai tea and pandan cheesecake which were both incredibly tasty. and a hojicha coconut drink, which was refreshing and the right balance of sweetness (not overly sweet). the atmosphere was great, very calm and relaxed. great spot to stop by solo or with a friend or two and chat for a while. the owner was such a kind person and a joy to talk to. you could really see how much love and care he put into the shop as well as the food. 10/10 read more

this place is SO cute and the couple that were here to serve us when we came were the sweetest hosts to us ever! the cheesecake flavors were so divine, we actually ended up getting 5 instead of the 3 we originally planned, and it's definitely on my list to come back and try their different coffees. instantly fell in LOOOVVVEEEE with the place!!! read more

So glad I stumbled upon this wonderful addition to the community. The owners were so kind, we arrived after closing and they still allowed us to purchase a small cake and try a few samples before they headed home for the night. I love that the cheesecakes were on the 'less sweet' spectrum (still delicious and sweet as a basque cheesecake should be, don't get me wrong) and were light compared to others I've had which always feels so heavy in the stomach. A major plus is it's all organic and gluten free which is rare to come by. Will definitely be coming back for the pandan next! Look forward to their seasonal flavors as well! read more

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I inadvertently stopped in right as they were opening as my friend (who doesn't normally like sweets) RAVED about their cheesecakes. I ordered the Velvet Ube Latte iced and tried the Madagascar Vanilla, Pandan, and Ube cheesecakes which were ALL phenomenal! The Pandan was definitely my favorite, but the Ube was the softest of the three. I especially love how everything is delicately sweet and not overpowering. The owners were quite kind as well! I enjoying talking with them and learning about their shop which had actually opened last winter. All ingredients are imported as well. The cafe itself is a bit small, but the created atmosphere absolutely makes up for it. Will definitely be coming back when I return to the city! read more

Incredible! The best basque cheesecake I've ever had and so many unique flavors! Also loved the Thai tea. Very nice space with some seating. I only wish it was closer to me! Extremely nice service - they even give out tastes of the cheesecakes!! So amazing. read more

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Been wanting to try this place for awhile and it did not disappoint. The owner was really nice and offered samples. We tried 5 flavors of their basque cheesecake: vanilla, matcha, thai tea, sweet potato, taro. I ended up getting their mini signature vanilla basque cheesecake and rose lychee coconut cloud. The vanilla was a little sweet for me but I would definitely come back for their other flavors. read more

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We got to sample all the flavors of cheese cake, you wont be disappointed. We were able to sample the signature Madagascar vanilla custard, Chiang Rai Thai tea , the Ube purple yam and Ayutthaya pandan ...... the original was delicious but my favorite was the Ayutthaya pandan. The staff was extremely warm, welcoming, kind and open to share their culture with us. The space is small, but very serene and peaceful. read more

A nice basque cheesecake spot run by the sweetest people. Their flavors are Asian inspired (matcha, ube, Thai tea, pandan, taro, sweet basil, etc) and they also serve a variety of coffees with beans from different Asian countries. The owners often offer samples of the cheesecakes so that you buy what suits your palette. read more

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All time favorite cheesecake spot in NYC - have the best Asian flavors you can think of-fav is Ube for sure!! It's super creamy and silky. It's Asian owned, the owners are so sweet and offers free sample. Their tea is so fresh and delish. They use all natural gluten free ingredients. A bit small inside but perfect for party of 2 read more

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La Moone Bakery is an absolute gem The service alone deserves five stars. Vivi took her time walking us through the context and inspiration behind each dish, and her passion for what she does really shows. You can feel how much care goes into every detail The store itself is decorated beautifully and feels warm, thoughtful, and inviting. I don't usually gravitate toward dessert, but the cheesecakes completely won me over. The flavors are unique, well-balanced, and genuinely delicious without being overwhelming If you appreciate craftsmanship, storytelling, and desserts that feel intentional rather than overly sweet, this place is a must-visit read more

Very delicious sesame cheesecake, natural sesame flavour. Many different flavours to try.

I just wandered in looking for a hot drink and was met with the loveliest hospitality. Delicious drinks made with so much care by the kindest owners. Best hot chocolate I've had this season. Was offered really nice cheesecake samples as well, I'm going to order one for my next party. Will be back! read more