I have no words to describe how delicious this was. For weeks, I have been trying to find the name…read moreof this place. The beignets were better than any I've ever had. They are greasy at all. The matcha ice cream was delicious and not at all grainy. The mango was delicious. I wasn't expecting it to be so creamy. I loved the interior. It felt modern and cozy. The service is also exceptional. If I ever find myself in NYC again, I will be back.

Big desserts (shaved milk/ice cream) and a lot of bubble teas, a little tanghulu to go upfront,…read moretoo. Order upfront at the counter, and then take your seat inside if you're eating there. Otherwise wait outside.

Wait was long for a Saturday night (1 hour wait at 6:30pm) but we were seated on time once we got…read morethe notification. Place itself isn't very big but service was quick. We sat at the booths by the bartender and it was clean. It was my 2nd time having a dipping ramen and it did not disappoint. The broth was so savory and full of umami, I wish it had a little bit more ingredients. I recommend getting your own add on's for this dish so it feels more complete. The spicy tan tan ramen? Absolutely incredible. Worth getting again and again if you like spicy. My experience? Top 10. Their old fashioned was great too, highly recommend that as an accompanying drink.

Everything was good. BEST RAMEN OF MY LIFE…read more We didn't have a reservation and we had a large party but they still made it happened. I will go back next time I visit NY.

Tiffany What a sweet and Beautiful name…read moreSweet young lady and beautiful to She understands what you need I can describe her sweetness n beauty

We discovered this place totally by accident, my daughter randomly needed to go to the bathroom as…read morewe were walking around the streets of Manhattan and they were gracious enough to let her use it. While there, we were like wow what interesting looking pastries and cakes, let's check it out! And yeah everything was super delicious. The coffee was great too! I liked it so much I actually asked them for a recommendation as to where they got their beans. It was that tasty! Overall I would give them five stars, great little cafe, highly recommended.

Cute little dessert shop, perfect for a hot summer day. Everything was delicious and the tea tastes…read morewere strong - just how I like it!

Came here many years ago & it was so humid so we gave this place another try! We were also craving…read morekakigori! We got 2 items to share: 1) mango pomelo kakigori, 2) yuzu matcha lemonade. The mango pomelo was beautifully made but flavor wise was a let down. The flavors were not potent and tasted diluted (the ice melted so fast and it fell apart so fast that the iced water probably overdiluted the mango pomelo flavors). I still prefer the kakigoris in japan & the best one I have eaten in NYC is from Tonchin (their kakigoris are amazing and you can taste the fruit flavors and the ice doesn't melt that fast or fall apart). The yuzu matcha lemonade drink was very refreshing & you also taste the yuzu and matcha flavors. This was my favorite item out of the 2. Friendly staff & has indoor seating.

I was curious what makes ssal cakes different from typical flour. Honestly I was wondering if it…read morewould be chewy like mochi (it's not!). When I went at 7pm on a Thursday, they ran out of some of the ssal cake flavors, but luckily they still had the mugwort flavor which was the one I was aiming for. The plain cream one looks very angelic and attractive with the pale whiteness but for $1.50 more, I'd rather get a flavored version. Also I recall others saying that the plain one is a bit tasteless. The ssal cake ended up being super airy and light, even softer than a chiffon cake imo. It doesn't have oiliness, roughness, or acidity. Likewise, the cream matches the gentleness of the cake. The structure is interesting too, because the top layer of cream is thick, then a thin layer of cake, then a thin layer of cream, and a thick layer of ssal cake. When I eat it, I often get hit with the thick layer of cream on top while wishing there's more cake. Don't get me wrong, I like all components of it. I've had mugwort before but not super familiar with it. For those who've never had it before, mugwort tastes herbally and earthy kind of like the Chinese herb prunella vulgaris (?). The flavor here is strong but not in your face aggressive. I like how they dust the whole top with more mugwort powder which adds to the flavor and provides another layer of texture that's not overly dry (slightly messy tho!) I like how the mugwort is a greyish shade of green which honestly looks so chic and unique compared to other bright and colorful desserts nowadays. You can argue that the color looks dull, but I like it. My only complaints for the ssal cake are: 1) wish it came in a smaller size which would be easier to stomach (literally) and financially, 2) wish the cakes were in perfect squares. They're more rectangular without straight edges and 90 degree corners.

really expensive for how mediocre the bingsoo was. line goes out the door and takes forever, and…read moretheres not many options as they run out of items so quickly. i ordered the strawberry matcha bingsoo, and it was good but not great. the strawberries were some of the most sour of all time, and the main flavor of the bingsoo had no matcha present, and relied mostly on a strawberry jam that was poured across. it def tasted good but im confused what im paying for considering that im pouring the sauce over myself and its literally just strawberries and sugar over what im assuming is just a shaved block of frozen milk dusted with a pinch of matcha powder. the store is pretty though!

Came here for the first time and really enjoyed my matcha. I got the mango matcha it was very…read moredelicious and flavorful. Good mix of mango and matcha was high quality. It was $10.5 but 11.5 with tip so a little more expensive than expected for a matcha but I enjoyed it as a treat! You have to order on the tablet and there is only one so that wasn't great especially because it was small and if you have questions the workers are busy. Small area not much space pretty much order and go. I would recommend it you want to try a good matcha in the city!

First time at this location. My friend and I shared the Thai green tea and ube swirl. The green tea…read morewas fantastic! Ube was ok, I've had better elsewhere. Flushing location is still my favorite because it's more chill, but this one is good if you need a midtown dessert option.

YUM! I've had this place saved for a while, and made a reservation ahead of time for dinner on a…read moreFriday night. The inside is so well laid out and decorated, and the vibes are great. We got the corn ribs, pork tenderloin katsu, and the mackerel sushi. The corn came out first and omg - this is some of the best corn I have ever tasted. The seasoning on it is so perfect sweet savory and so addicting! Best item by far. The katsu was also perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, without feeling too greasy. It was quite a tiny portion but it's nyc lol. The only item we didn't love was the sushi - for me it was just a bit too much ginger and wasabi and since it was pressed it was already a part of the sushi so it was hard to separate. Overall though, this is a great spot for a nicer dinner!

It was a good dining experience, but nothing to write home about. I'd give 3.5 and wouldn't…read moredissuade anyone from trying it and making their own opinion. For three people, we paid about $200ish and got: - 2 beers - $21 Ebi Katsu - good but basically prawn tempura with flakier coating - $ 15 Konban Corn ribs - YUM - $17 Karaage - good, standard Izakaya - $15 Shishito peppers - LOVE - $36 Sushi set - Solid 8 pc nigiri - $22 Yellowtail crudo - refreshing w/sweet citrus - $24 Umami Tobiko Clam Pasta - get it! - $14 Konban Corn ice cream - so cute & corn-y! It's a lovely little date night or intimate dinner experience. Quiet, clean, and sets a nice mood. The food, again, was good but with all the great Izakaya in NYC would I come again? Not sure. If you do, definitely order the corn items and the clam pasta!

Such a cute little spot/hole in a wall dessert place. Up on the second floor, you're transported…read moreinto a secluded japanese restaurant. Our party got 2 desserts to share and were blown away by the taste. It was refreshing, deep, and not overly sweetened. I would absolutely recommend the yuzu shaved ice thingy, LOL. kind forgot what it was called but it hit the spot after the thousands of steps we took.

I have frequented this place in the past. But today I am writing a review of I have not done so…read more Today, I ordered an ice cream that is like a brûlée - with some ice cream on top and a wafer. Under is the brûlée that has sesame seed flavor. I also ordered a matcha green tea drink.

Outstanding Food and Exceptional Service by Taylor!…read more As a Google content creator and passionate foodie, I have rated dining experiences all over, but our dinner at Hojokban truly stood out. From the moment we walked through the door, the entire staff was incredibly attentive and caring to our needs. Our waitress, Taylor, provided outstanding service that went far beyond my expectations. Her caring, professional attitude was remarkable--she constantly made sure we were enjoying every moment, kept our drinks poured, and brought a wonderful energy to our table. Another waiter, Brandon, also stopped by to check on us, showing just how cohesive and dedicated this team is. Management should be incredibly proud of Taylor and the entire floor staff. The food was absolutely delicious across the board, but the absolute star of the night was the Hojok Galbi. It is easily one of the best I have ever tasted--the meat was so tender it literally melted in my mouth. Every other dish we ordered was equally flavorful and beautifully prepared. To my delightful surprise, I also learned that the talented chefs pulling off these authentic, high-quality flavors are from Guatemala. It is beautiful to see them preserving and executing traditional Korean cuisine with such mastery and respect. I highly recommend Hojokban for both the phenomenal food and the world-class hospitality. My hat goes off to Taylor for making our night so memorable! I will definitely be back.

Update: visited again and got the ramyun and bossam; while they were both good, they werent as…read morephenomenal as the hojok galbi and perilla oil noodles; i still liked it but im now lowering my rating just a tad bit because i do see room for improvements! Still, this restaurant remains super high on my list ramyun fried rice ($18) - the only time ill actually like bacon is when they make it like this! I like my bacons a bit more soft and chewy, which was how it was made in this dish - it was a blend of rice and ramyun but i didnt really see the value in adding the ramyun since they were very tiny bits that were softer than i liked - what i wished the dish could focus more on would be to have more ramyun flavor and seasoning mixed in the rice because it tasted more like regular spicy oil fried rice - i liked the dish and it's on the right track for that ramyun flavored fried rice but it's a bit faint right now and can use more kick soy glazed bossam ($36) - i was never too big on bossam because the ones ive had before were plain and dry, but this one is different - seasoning was just right, bringing out the pork's natural richness and fatty aroma without being overly marinated, too dry, or greasy - im a fan especially the pickled radish that came with it; it's my favorite meat pairing rather than a simple cabbage or kimchi salad - it also came with kimchi salad but it was too crunchy, hard, and dry for my liking rating: 4.6/5 - overall still one of my top korean restaurants in nyc because the perilla oil noodles and hojok galbi were just phenomenal; id say skip the ramyun but definitely order the perilla oil and hojok galbi - insanely fast service and welcoming; got our food minutes after ordering! IG: @chae.nom.noms

While it's been a while since I've last been, I still love Matcha Cafe Maiko!…read more This location is microscopic and doesn't have indoor seating. It's sort of an anteroom to a ramen restaurant. If there's a lull between customers, you can stand around and eat in the cozy space or there are a handful of tables outside. You order on a tablet and then wait a few minutes for the nice employees to prepare your order. I went with the tried-and-true matcha soft serve ($9). When the humidity is out of control, this green tea treat really helps you forget how miserably muggy and sweltering it is outside! Yum!

In passage during my professional duties, on a humid muggy September afternoon in hopes of a cool…read moredown summons Matcha ice cream. Soft serve is not my preference ice cream type, but occasionally I have a open mind and willing to give it the o' college try. I believe having an open heart and an open mind enables an approachable life with a willing, non-judgmental, and empathetic attitude. Customer service is average. There are two (2) kiosk machines for customers to enter orders. Their register does NOT provide any sales receipt. The only option is SMS text which I entered my phone number, but did not receive a text. Total dispirited! Total dismay! (I did checked my phone's spam/block numbers and still no text for a receipt!) Hell no, I would surely not return. At least Square registers provide two options either email or SMS text and I always receive it via email. Obtaining a sales receipt is my keepsake which also enable to write my review. I understand progress and evolution with technology but the world still continue to use paper. This Matcha business, Matcha Cafe Maiko is minuscule size where a line of customers can easily crowd the ordering area. There are absolutely no seating and no counter window ledge as it is designed for take-out and on-the-go. Napkins with the business names printed are abundant. There is a cute Hello Kitty plush toy dressed in Japanese kimono of cherry blossom and Matcha in true Japanese culture. I have a strong predilection for traditional ice cream mainly I prefer the rich custard textured base that I have grown very accustomed. Soft serve ice cream quickly melts faster and becomes very a sweet, milky liquid substance. I usually take my time for dolce far niente, Italian for "sweet doing nothing" unhurried moments enjoyed without guilt, urgency or taking pleasure in simply being. Soft serve ice cream melts fast due to the amount of air churned into during freezing. Adding more air means faster melting. It usually melted into my hands overspilling from the cup leaving a sticky residue. Soft serve is lighter, warmer, and contains less fat than traditional hard ice cream. I decided one small cup of Matcha ice cream which is an high extortionate priced $9.80. Oh! The ice cream was good quality and I actually do taste the Matcha. I always enjoy Matcha. It was piled somewhat high and there was no frivolous hole in the center to be duped as a victim of deception in particular with this high extortionate price $9.80. I did not choose any toppings. The female server inquired if I want a smaller cup size or regular size stating it is the same price. I choose the large cup size. It surely melted entirely during my return to my professional duties becoming room temperature green liquid substance. Not Elphaba Thropp's green skin from Gregory Maguire's protagonist 1995 novel "Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West."