H.K. sponge cakes – fluffy, addictive, & ~$1. A must-try Chinatown bakery gem.
This charming Chinatown bakery is celebrated for its exceptional Hong Kong-style sponge cakes, often described as the platonic ideal of this delicate dessert. Customers rave about the light, fluffy texture and the variety of flavors, with salted caramel and red velvet being popular choices. It's a must-visit for those seeking authentic and delicious traditional baked goods.
This establishment is renowned for its Hong Kong-style sponge cakes, which are frequently recommended for their light and fluffy texture. Flavors like salted caramel and red velvet are particularly popular. While most customers find the cakes delicious and addictive, a few have noted them as bland.
"The highly recommended dish is the Hong Kong-style sponge cake, available in various flavors and known for its affordable price point."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the sponge cakes, highlighting their delightful texture and affordability. While some found the cakes bland, the majority consider them a top-tier treat.
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One user found the cakes to be bland.
"The owner of Spongies cafe in Chinatown is described as very kind, frequently giving the commenter one or two extra cakes during their visits."
Positive"Spongies Cafe was listed as a recommendation for Chinatown."
Neutral"Spongies Cafe is listed as an example of an unpretentious eatery in Manhattan's Chinatown that continues to be a local favorite."
Positive"Spongies is listed as a place to get sponge cakes."
Positive"Spongies is described as a modernized bakery offering good and addictive sponge cakes with different flavors and a denser texture due to more butter, distinguishing them from traditional versions."
Positive"The commenter states that Spongies is a 'top dog' for Chinese sponge cakes and declares themselves 'team Spongie', indicating a strong preference."
Positive"A commenter praises the owner of the recommended bakeries, implicitly including Spongies."
Positive"The commenter praises Spongies' sponge cakes as 'really good' and affordable, costing around $1."
Positive"The commenter praises the video feature on Spongies, implying a positive view of the bakery."
Positive"The commenter praises Spongies, stating they do sponge cakes exceptionally well."
Positive"Spongies is recommended as an institution located on Baxter Street."
Positive"The commenter strongly recommends Spongies, noting that the bakery recently received a spotlight feature."
Positive"Spongies is one of the usual recommended bakeries for Chinese sponge cakes."
Positive"The commenter seconds the recommendation for Spongies, noting that similar sponge cakes can also be found in most traditional Cantonese bakeries."
Positive"The commenter directly recommends Spongies for Chinese sponge cakes."
Positive"Spongies Cafe is recommended for its sponge cakes, which are noted as equally tasty but distinct from those found at Kam Hing."
Positive"A user suggested Spongies as a likely source for Vietnamese iced coffee and reaffirmed that their cakes are a must-try."
Positive"A user recommended Spongies as a good place to find cakes."
Positive"The commenter praised NYT Cooking for their video on Spongies Cafe, noting how it effectively showcased the mastery, emotional significance, legacy, and community efforts involved in maintaining Chinatown businesses."
Positive"Recommends Spongies for sponge cakes."
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