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    Villabate Alba

    4.0 (694 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Tammy S.

    There were only two bakeries that I go to every time I visit New York because I live in Vegas now and this is one of them. This is one of my favorite bakeries. The workers always talk to me when I tell them I'm visiting from Vegas, the pastries and bread are so very good. I highly recommend this bakery. They have really good cannolis. I mean, you can't go wrong with anything you buy the cookies, gelato everything is so good on holidays like if you go on Christmas Eve be prepared to wait in line but it goes pretty fast and there's always a line and because it's worth it

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    Mia T.

    I was visiting Brooklyn for an event and heard so many nice things about this family bakery the owners were delightful and very helpful. Everything tasted amazing the coffee was so delicious I had a little of everything. It just reminds me Cuban bakery growing up only it's Italian. I had to have the cannoli with my cappuccino. I had some cookies and some sort of mozzarella rice ball that came out of the oven. I tried to sample as much as my tummy would allow since my trip was for the day .. I had a gelato cone on the way out even on a rainy day ! It was truly delightful experience holiday vibes beautiful cakes great assortment of gift baskets .

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    Jen S.

    Came here based on a friend's recommendation. I visited on a Monday afternoon which turned out to be a good time since the lines were minimal. Even so, the number of options was a bit overwhelming. I ended up getting some cookies for my friend and bought pignoli cookies and a lobster tail pastry for myself. They weren't really my usual taste, and both were a bit too sweet for me. It was definitely an experience, and I really appreciated the staff for being so patient while I decided on my selection of cookies. Would probably opt for their prepacked cookies next time.

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    Mark G.

    One of the best Italian bakeries in NYC. I was referred here by a renowned cannoli bakery propietor in Sicily and it did not disappoint. The whole shop is filled with specialty desserts, cakes, and savory breads. The cannoli was delicious, thin, crispy shell and light filling, not as sweet as others in Little Italy. The other desserts I tried were great as well

    Melody C.

    My go-to at Italian bakeries is always the rainbow cookies, so that's what I use to judge how solid of a bakery they are. Villabate is a Brooklyn institution, so of course, everything they sell is of great quality. I got half a pound of rainbow cookies ($12.50), and was pleased with them. However, they taste less decadent than Rimini's, which is my all-time favorite spot for rainbow cookies. But compared to Rimini's, the staff at Villabate is a lot more friendly and knows how to efficiently get customers what they want and out the door. Tip: Pay with cash! They charge an extra fee for card

    Christy Y.

    Honestly, I'm not sure where the bad reviews are coming from. But my experience at Villabate Alba was mostly positive--aside from one very rude customer. I came here for the first time after a friend highly recommended it. She told me they had some of the best desserts in the area, so I had to check it out. Before going, I looked them up and saw that their cannoli is what they're known for--so that was a must. I ended up also getting the chocolate cake, tiramisu, rainbow cake, and Napoleon. Here's the breakdown: Chocolate Cake - Moist with the right amount of frosting. Classic and satisfying. Tiramisu - A bit strong for me. It had a creamy, like texture, and a lot of cocoa powder on top. Napoleon Cake - Light, fluffy, creamy--really enjoyable. Rainbow Cake - Tasted like a regular rainbow cookie. Not bad, but I'd probably just get the cookie next time. Cannoli - The star. This was my second time ever having cannoli (the first one was from somewhere else and wasn't great). Villabate Alba's cannoli changed my mind. The shell is crunchy but not overly hard, and the cream is so smooth with a hint of cinnamon that ties it all together. I'd absolutely come back just for this. How to order: you line up and wait for a staff member to assist you. The woman who helped me was very kind and patient. Unfortunately, there was one customer who tried to cut the line and kept interrupting while I was ordering. He even made a rude comment to the staff about putting her phone down (when she was clearly just doing her job). Honestly, sometimes it's not the staff that's rude--it's the customers. Props to the staff for staying calm and professional the entire time. Would I return? Definitely--for the cannoli, chocolate cake, and Napoleon. And maybe to try even more desserts next time.

    Lucia D.

    DO NOT GO ON SUNDAY. Crazy line of people. Every person buys at least 2 of everything. Don't forget the gelato.

    Nicholas G.

    This bakery is a Brooklyn staple and is another one that you have to try once. It is an old school spot but is expensive. The cookie tray I got was $50. Insane but the cookies were good. The sfiogtalle is always a favorite of mine and they do a good job here. It has a crunch and flakiness that you can hear all the way from NJ. They have all sorts of stuff in here too. The freshly baked breads were something I would get next time. Not dying to go back but always like checking out these institutions.

    Two out three weren't fresh at all
    Liudmila K.

    My friend treated me to dessert from this place, and I liked it. Remembering it, I decided to visit recently. This place is cute inside, and they have a huge selection of desserts and bread that look amazing. I bought three desserts, but the one with strawberry had a spoiled taste and wasn't fresh at all--I couldn't even finish it and had to throw it away. The chocolate cake also tasted old, which was really disappointing. On the plus side, the staff was friendly and quick. However, there are definitely better places out there.

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    Rachel V.

    A very nice Italian bakery in the Bensonhurst neighborhood. I came here from a recommendation from my colleague and close friend. She recommended their fried cannoli donuts. She was kind enough to get one for me to share because it was THAT good. Fried sugared donut with a cannoli cream and chocolate chips. It was dangerously delicious with a hot cup of coffee. It was so delicious, I had to go see for myself. The bakery is kind of chaotic if you aren't paying attention so self-awareness and general awareness is KEY. Pay attention to signs, the main line, and you will be in and out in no time. Personally it can get annoying and claustrophobic because of other customers being loud and boisterous and just in the way of the glass displays, but staff is nice and try to get you in and out efficiently. Overall, we love their fried cannoli donuts, and fresh fruit tarts. Really great bakery to stop by and enjoy their goods. Highly recommend trying them out for their donuts. Have not tried their gelato but would like to. Their gelato does not look very authentic because it's whipped up and piled high. Authentic gelato is denser and does not have added emulsifiers, they should be in metal tins, with a cover. Their "gelato" looks more for show, to appear enticing which it does, but questionable authenticity. As ice cream I'm sure it tastes great and will try it next time I stop by.

    Melissa A.

    Walked in, wasn't too busy, this bakery is very organized and clean, so many delicious pastry options. Was greeted within 2 minutes by a very pleasant young lady. Stopped in for a birthday cake, I chose the hazelnut cake. They wrote happy birthday very nicely, they asked if I needed anything else. They showed me all the candle selection and rang me up. Very pleasant all the way through. There are 2 different lines for the pastries vs breads, coffee and gelato. Went to the other side and grabbed a scoop a pistachio gelato. YUUUMMM! So delicious and tasted fresh. The cake was very moist, but I thought the cream to cake ratio on the inside was off. Way too much hazelnut cream in the center. Overall light and not overly sweet flavor, which I enjoyed. Will be back to try more of their pastries and cakes :)

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    Laura C.

    Always fresh, always delicious. Too many products to make a choice, I want it all! This place is always busy and slammed for every holiday. If you don't want to wait on line go during the day. Just point and ask if you want to know what's inside the cake or pastry, staff is glad to let you know. Don't forget to check out the stuff on the shelves behind the showcases. Breads, cookies, pizza, coffee, ices, cakes and more.

    9/28/22 - My Hunny & I
    Brie F.

    We're backkkkkk. Hubby said he wanted to go to Villabate and I couldn't for the life of me remember if we been here before. Thankfully I decided to join him on the ride to Bklyn. I can't believe I previously related this place 2 stars with a stellar review, clearly that was a mistake. I wish Villabate had more savory items. However we racked up on Pistachio Cookies, Pignoli Cookies, Rainbow Cookies, Biscotti Cookie, Raspberry Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies, Cannoli and Cartocci.

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    Laza Dessert Cafe - Dubai Strawberry Cup. Ice Laza Latte.

    Laza Dessert Cafe

    4.1(41 reviews)
    1.9 miBay Ridge

    This is for delivery. Seriously craving crêpes and read terrific things about this place so I…read morethought I'd give it a go. I believe they also go by the name Laza Dessert Cafe. We ordered one strawberry and one strawberry banana crêpe. They were filled with strawberries and bananas, and the outside was drizzled with glorious Nutella, which is a hazelnut chocolate sauce . The texture of the crêpes were absolutely perfect and that was the part I was most craving. I also loved the Nutella part. The banana and strawberry not so much as to me that didn't really have much of a taste, but maybe that was because the rest of it was super flavorful and over powered the fruit. All good and definitely satisfied my crêpe craving, but next time I would stop by to enjoy their desserts in person. The Kunafa looks particularly wonderful and has definitely peaked my curiosity.

    I was super excited when chocolate factory first opened. I am ashamed to admit my shamelessly ever…read moreso growing sweet tooth has led me to a midnight craving one too many times. Having a dessert spot in the neighborhood that is open late night and is serving flavors of our culture is nothing short of a dream come true. Not so great for my weight loss goals, though haha. Thank you, Moose. I came in here, and the place was absolutely buzzing, with groups of people enjoying their late night desserts- a testament to how much we needed this spot to just open and thrive and exist. I don't personally like cream Kenafa so I haven't really tried anything off their menu yet, but the Dubai chocolate crêpe is really calling out my name, and I am just going to bite the bullet and try it one of these days. I did go in to sample their Dubai chocolate. As a chocoholic, I am on a low-key search for the best Dubai chocolate bar in the city. This bar did not disappoint. The filling to chocolate ratio was perfect. However, I do feel that there is an over balance of crispy kanafa in the filling. I think it could use more pistachio cream and be a little on the runnier side. Can't wait to come back and try that crêpe. Until I am able to make that trip back, do stop in and enjoy a sweet treat in this cute little dessert shop. It's also Palestinian owned so you know you are supporting the right people and the right cause while satisfying that sweet tooth craving. What more could a customer ask for?

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    Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain

    4.0(857 reviews)
    4.7 miCarroll Gardens
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    FARMACY Deli on Henry & Sackett is an absolute gem in Carroll Gardens. If you're looking for that…read moreclassic Brooklyn pharmacy-style soda fountain vibe with a modern touch, this is the place. The ice cream is incredible--rich, flavorful, and tastes homemade. The mango is a standout, and the brownies are honestly next-level--warm, decadent, and just a step away from a perfect lava cake. They've also got amazing cakes (including a fantastic carrot cake) and a great selection of treats that keep you coming back. What really makes this place special, though, is the owner, Peter. He's always welcoming, professional, and genuinely kind. He greets customers with a smile, takes the time to say hello, and creates an atmosphere that feels both personal and inviting. The staff deserves just as much praise--every single one of them is amazing: professional, friendly, funny, and kind. I've known many of them over time, and they consistently go above and beyond. Today, one of the staff members was incredibly sweet--she even brought my order out to me while I was sitting in my car. That kind of service is rare and really shows how much they care. The shop itself is spotless--seriously clean, top to bottom--and there's even a cozy outdoor seating area where you can sit and enjoy your coffee or dessert. Brooklyn FARMACY at its best--fresh, friendly, local, and full of charm. Highly recommend stopping by--you won't regret it.

    I have had Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain bookmarked for ages - I can't even remember when it…read morelanded in there. Anyway, I was in Brooklyn with my brother to see a concert and had just finished dinner. We had some time before doors opened so we decided to grab a little ice cream before heading over to the venue. Farmacy was steps away - it all seemed like it was meant to be, so off we went. Farmacy aims to capture the nostalgia of an old fashioned soda shop and ice cream parlor. Immediately upon walking in we were greeted by aesthetics - the tile, fixtures, and decor totally give off that vibe. There are a few tables to sit as well as a large bar area with stools; I also noticed a few tables set up outside as well. The traffic flow is set up so that you order first and then have it served to you after sitting. Browsing the menu, I noticed they have a selection of ice cream scoops, shakes, egg creams, specialty sodas, hot chocolates, and a large variety of sundae creations. Since we were there for ice cream, we decided to split a sundae -specifically the Sir Twix-a-Lot. This was chunks for shortcake tossed in caramel and topped with vanilla ice cream that was coated in a chocolate shell. Overall I thought the sundae was solid - but the combinations of textures weren't my favorite to be honest, mostly with how the shortcake played with the ice cream. It wasn't bad though - the flavors definitely gave the Twix aesthetic. My only other issue with the dish was that because chocolate shell was used, any residue at the bottom was hard so you have to chisel it if you want to savor any last spoonfuls; I guess that comes with the territory. Service was good - everyone was friendly. It wasn't too busy when we were there so we had our selection of seats and our ice cream was ready pretty quickly. Overall, I'm glad I finally tried Brooklyn Farmacy out - they have a large selection so I would definitely return when I'm in the area again.

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    Laser Wolf - Steak Shishlik

    Laser Wolf

    4.4(513 reviews)
    7.5 miWilliamsburg - North Side
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    Excellent service from Josh!…read more ACYE literally on their sides, reminds me of Korean ban chan. Their hummus is amazingly rich with excellent quality olive oil. And omg bread, eat it right away when it's warm. Four of us got all the meats except chicken and seafood. It was all tender, juicy, flavorful and super delicious. A rainy night had the curtains down, but we still enjoyed the view. Classy entrance in the hotel lobby to the elegance terrace like rooftop. Brooklyn in the house fo sho!

    Went to Laser Wolf with my wife on one of those depressing rainy Brooklyn days where you question…read moreevery life decision that led you outside. Luckily, unlimited salatim healed us emotionally. We did the prix fixe -- my wife got the steak shishlik, I got the trout. Before the actual entrees even arrived, we were already fighting for survival against wave after wave of hummus, babganush, potatoes, pickled cabbage, olives, Israeli pickles, and endless fresh pita. At one point I'm pretty sure the pita basket respawned automatically like a video game. We also ordered the halloumi which was delicious, but absolutely unnecessary. That cheese showed up like an uninvited cousin to Thanksgiving dinner. Nobody needed it, but somehow we were still happy it came. The drinks at the bar were the real MVPs. Fruity, dangerous, and exactly what you want while staring dramatically out a rainy window pretending you're in an A24 film. The trout was excellent. My wife's steak was slightly over salted, which honestly just gave us an excuse to drink more cocktails. Overall, 10/10 experience. Come hungry, leave bloated, slightly tipsy, and emotionally attached to the pita basket.

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    The Chocolate Room - Seating area

    The Chocolate Room

    4.3(697 reviews)
    4.8 miCobble Hill
    $$

    Cute spot for a sweet break. Coffee, sweets of all kinds, chocolates, and baked goods are on the…read moremenu. Seating space (not a lot of it, so I imagine it can get packed on busy times) and bathrooms on premises. Hot chocolate was delicious. We got the spiced dark chocolate and the spices were overwhelming. Get dark chocolate without spices. The extra dollar for marshmallow made the chocolate even sweeter, so it was overwhelming and I wouldn't recommend. But. The extra dollar for whipped cream would be nice because the their homemade whipped cream isn't sweet, so it will just thicken up the drink and give you that extra texture oooomph that you'll appreciate. Torino cafe is basically coffee added to any hot chocolate of your choice. That was tasty with dark chocolate. You definitely tasted the coffee and it was less thick than regular hot chocolate (which was on a thinner, sippier side). You can sample ice cream to make your selection. It's all very sweet, so if you're looking for a less sweet option go with Belgian dark chocolate flavor. For a $18 banana split you get three scoops of ice cream and a caramelized banana. Not a big portion for such hefty price. The tiny addition of toppings didn't make this banana split come together into a cohesive dish. Would get something else next time. Definitely not a good deal. Young lovely girls at the cashier were super friendly and accommodating. The not so young gentleman with a mustache who brought our order to the table was very dismissive and rude when we asked him to please bring us a correct order (he carried multiple orders and was harried to be done delivering them and barked something incoherent at us when we asked for help).

    Oh how I wish they were in Suffolk county! The chocolate flourless cake was soooo warm and…read moremouthwatering. The quality of chocolate is just insane. I took the Belgian chocolate ice cream to go with hot fudge and even took a jar of sauce home with me. Pleaseeee open up near me!!!!

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