K-Town's go-to for Korean desserts & late-night treats! Rave reviews for Basque cheesecake & shaved ice [1, 2, 3].
Grace Street is a popular dessert spot in Manhattan's Koreatown, known for its unique Korean-inspired sweets and late-night hours [1]. It's particularly praised for its Basque cheesecake, often described as 'to die for' [2], and its refreshing shaved ice creations [3]. The cafe offers a cozy atmosphere perfect for chilling and enjoying a sweet treat [4].
Grace Street is celebrated for its Korean-inspired desserts, with the Basque cheesecake receiving widespread acclaim for its unique taste and texture [1, 2]. Other popular items include various shaved ice flavors, such as mango madness and black sesame, often served generously [3, 4]. While generally well-loved, one reviewer found the shaved snow to have an unusual, gum-like consistency [5]. The cafe also offers items like matcha beignets, boba, and royal milk tea, making it a versatile dessert destination.
"Grace Street is highly recommended for its Basque cheesecake, often described as 'to die for' [1]. Other popular choices include their various shaved ice flavors, like mango madness and black sesame [2], as well as strawberry shortcake snow [3]."
Customers highly recommend Grace Street for its exceptional desserts, particularly the Basque cheesecake and shaved ice. Many appreciate its late operating hours and inviting ambiance for a relaxed dessert experience [1, 2, 3, 4].
Important Note
One reviewer noted that the shaved snow at Grace Street could feel like chewing cold gum and did not melt as expected [1]. Another user mentioned that while the Basque cheesecake is excellent, it can be considered pricey [2]. It's also clarified that Grace Street is primarily a dessert spot rather than a traditional bakery, with some items potentially sourced elsewhere [3].
"In a follow-up, Grace Street is highlighted as a good place to sit and chill, contrasting with places focused solely on locally roasted beans."
Positive"This user mentions having had a strawberry shortcake snow at Grace Street in Koreatown and loving it."
Positive"Grace Street was mentioned as a place with fine coffee and a good availability of tables, located in KTown."
Positive"Grace St was listed among several other Asian bakeries."
Neutral"Grace St was recommended for its Burnt Basque Cheesecake, suggesting it as a good alternative to traditional cheesecake."
Positive"Grace Street was mentioned as a good option, with a note that it's located in Koreatown."
Neutral"This commenter expresses surprise that Grace Street has not been mentioned as a cheesecake recommendation."
Positive"Grace Street was recommended for its black sesame shaved snow."
Positive"Grace St Cafe was listed as a venue offering black sesame ice cream, gelato, or shaved ice."
Positive"Recommends Grace Street Desserts & Coffee & Desserts for a good Royal Milk Tea without boba."
Positive"Grace Street Cafe is accessible and has seating available around 11 PM on weekends, despite K-Town being busy later at night."
Positive"Grace Street Cafe is believed to be open until midnight on weekends."
Positive"This commenter noted that Grace Street offers items like mochi, Korean donuts, shaved ice, cream puffs, and French toast/waffles, but acknowledged that the selection might not satisfy everyone."
Neutral"This commenter recalled Grace Street offering milk bread and cream puffs at their previous location."
Neutral"This commenter clarified that Grace Street is primarily a dessert place, not a traditional bakery, as some of their items like toast are sourced from Paris Baguette."
Negative"This commenter listed Grace street as a recommended bakery."
Positive"Grace Street offers a basque cheesecake topped with tiramisu cream, which is tasty though not traditional."
Positive"For occasions requiring a trip to 33rd St, Grace Street in K-town is a choice for boba, burnt cheesecake, tanghulu, or matcha beignets."
Positive"This user recommended Grace Street in Koreatown as a place to get Dalgona coffee."
Positive"In response to a recommendation for Grace Street Cafe's burnt cheesecake, the user clarified that while delicious, it is a Basque cheesecake and not the savory item they were searching for."
Negative