Bought a cake for my sister in law…read more We decided on the tres leches rendition. It wasn't overly sweet. Great texture to it. The design was done well.

Located on one fo the sleepiest corners along Ditmars, Layers Bakeshop has made a name for itself…read morefor being one of the only late night dessert options in Astoria. Folks who are looking to satisfy their sweet tooth can score a cupcake, pastries and all of the above until midnight every night. While they utilize the natural lighting during the daytime, the evening is drowned out by this florescent lighting that makes me less interested in dining in. There is plenty of seating but just as awkward as the lighting is also the lukewarm service. It was like a late trip to the office, where the lighting was still on and not-so-theolled colleagues there to greet us. Thankfully their dessert selection is always on point. Their endless variety of cupcakes range from red velvet to biscoff and their custom cakes are impressive as well. True to their name, the "layered" sundaes are a perfect "dessert in a cup" option. Nutella and lotus are popular ones but the galaxy is the one to get. I've been told the brownies and donuts are also good, but I will reserve that for my next (late night) visit.

This was my second visit after about six months. I ordered a beef burek and a dessert cake…read more When I checked out, I noticed the price didn't match the menu on the wall. The beef burek was listed as $8, but I was charged $10. Linda mentioned that the prices had recently increased but the menu hadn't been updated yet. I completely understand that prices change, but it didn't feel great to only realize the difference at checkout. It would be really helpful to let customers know before they order. I'd recommend checking the price with them in advance, just to avoid any confusion. I also noticed that the filling in the burek was quite small this time. The pastry itself was still big and puffy, but the amount of filling inside felt much less than before. Another small thing is that there were no name or price tags for the sweets. It would be really helpful for customers if those were clearly labeled. You can read my previous review for comparison, as it was only a few months ago. I really hope this feedback is helpful.

Such a cute place in the heart of Astoria. Servers are friendly and ambiance is really cute with…read moreseating available.

Wow, this place actually stands out. Traditional Yemeni coffee and desserts, with a slightly…read moreAmericanized twist to everything. This is something that's rarely done in NYC. From the taste, you can tell the ingredients were sourced for quality and purpose. Does not taste like typical chain coffee at all. Way more depth here. The seating area is well put together. The whole store's ambiance makes the space feel uplifting. Nice spot to sit, talk, or get some work done. I'm glad I was introduced to Qahwah!

I came here on a Friday night. It was open late, and my friend suggested we check this place out…read more It was pretty busy when we arrived. We placed our order at the register and grabbed one of the open tables. We got the Chai Tea and an order of Khaliat Alnahl ($8). The chai was really good, not too sweet and had a nice strong flavor. We were able to get about six cups out of the teapot. The Khaliat Alnahl, which is one of their popular pastries, was also really good. It wasn't overly sweet, which I liked. Overall, I had a good experience and would recommend this place if you're looking to end the night with some tea and dessert. They have coffee as well, which I'll have to try the next time I stop by. * Street parking * Can be a bit loud * Gender neutral restroom

A very slow paced, yet with a very friendly vibe The series…read moreis friendly and professional and can tailor whatever foods you want, from small sandwiches to even toast with cream cheese They speak both greek and english very fluent.So nobody gets left out of service. They treat you like family from beginning to end. Their foods are constantly fresh. One is never expired and everything.Smells like it came from the oven piping hot, ready for service. The prices are very reasonable, doesn't have to break the bank, but enough to have a nice light lunch or a sweet snack on the go. Highly recommended.If you just pass a by four a quick coffee, and some cookies or a nice fluffy ham and cheese sandwich without overstuffing yourself. Definitely. A major fan of the style and appreciation of food and decor. I am absolutely coming back there again

Pastries. NOTHING SPECIAL. The SPANAKOPITA that I ordered was served COLD despite my request to…read morehave it heated. Furthermore, the MINI-BOUGATSA was disappointingly SMALL, failing to match my impression that it was sold by volume, not by the piece. CAUTION.

Why 4 stars? Because these were a delicious way to finish my trip…read more --- --- --- After an afternoon of crazy amounts of eating, I needed to finish with some coffee and something sweet. Gold N Honey was the winner of my last stop destination and the final recommended visit of Jando S. I'd never had Loukoumades before, but they are essentially large donut holes. There are many different types of toppings you can add, most of which are quite appealing, but I went with the Gold N Cream, which had chocolate, bavarian cream and biscotti. Upon my first bite, I assumed I would only be able to eat a few of my box because of the aforementioned crazy eating before coming here. But as I kept going, I realized, somehow, these little delights were nowhere near as heavy and filling as they looked. And by the end of it, I suffered zero stomach-based consequences from my actions. This can only mean that loukoumades are extremely healthy and amazing for you. They're practically grilled chicken! The cold brew was fine - it got the job done and saved me from an epic food coma. And I got to try a new dessert, so everyone won on this day.

My Favorite spot Is just a block away from home…read more The perfect strong coffee Service A +++ And the most relevant Is the schedule opening 6am Monday trough Friday And 7 am Weekends

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

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

Martha's is my go to after a nice Dinner. I'm a regular customer who is ADA. The staff are wonder…read moremaking to sit me where I can get to the Restroom. In addition, they have sitting in the covered exterior where there is also access to the Restroom. I'm pretty much addicted to their Cafe au latte and the Berry Napoleon!! So delicious!! There Banana and chocolate chip Bread pudding is also a definite winner! I highly recommend going during early evening hours. You have a better chance at scoring a table and not waiting for a table. Just saying. It's crazy after 10:00pm! But so much fun!! I'm a people watcher and some of the outfits, make up and attitudes are so great!! They come from all over. Martha's Rocks!!

High quality desserts, low quality service. Ordered two slices of cake, which is the simplest of…read moreorders, yet, upon opening the box, came to realize the worker got the order wrong. Thank you!

This place had such cute desserts . Confusing a little bit because it's within another restaurant…read more But enjoyed my drinks and the desserts are shareable. Would definitely recommend this place for anyone to try out at least once. The cashier was friendly and not a long wait. However this place is very hyped because of social media, I wouldn't say I'm dying to go back.

If you love creative desserts that look like art but taste even better, this place is a gem. Every…read moredish here feels like a little experience -- from the presentation to the flavors. I tried the Green Tea Lava Cake and honestly, it's one of those desserts that makes you stop mid-conversation. Perfect balance of warm matcha, cold ice cream, and just the right amount of sweetness. The vibe is cozy yet lively, great for a date night or a late-night catch-up with friends. Staff were super friendly and didn't rush us, even when the place was packed. If you're in the mood for something that surprises your taste buds and looks Instagram-worthy, The Spot Dessert Bar delivers every time. Definitely worth the wait if there's a line.