Visually stunning, artfully crafted French-Korean pastries by a Michelin-trained chef. Unique flavors like corn entremet & sublime croissants.
This Korean-French patisserie, helmed by former Jungsik pastry chef Eunji Lee, is renowned for its visually stunning and delicately flavored desserts. Customers rave about the exquisite pastries, from the unique corn entremet to sublime cookies and croissants, with many considering it a top dessert destination in NYC.
This bakery, blending French pastry techniques with Korean flavors, is highly celebrated for its visually striking and delicious desserts. Standout items include the unique corn entremet and corn mousse cake, which are frequently recommended. Other praised items include croissants, cookies, Madeleines, and mango tarts. While most feedback is positive, one user found the signature dessert overly sweet and overpriced for its size, though others noted that the less 'gimmicky' items like loaf cakes and Madeleines are superior.
"Customers frequently rave about the corn entremet and corn mousse cake, as well as their croissants, Madeleines, cookies, and mango tart. The Kouign Amann and Yuja cake are also specifically recommended."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the exceptional quality and artistic presentation of the pastries, considering it a top-tier dessert destination. Some find the prices high, but generally agree the quality justifies the cost.
Important Note
Some reviewers note that prices can be high, and one user found the signature dessert to be overly sweet and expensive for its size. It is also advised to make reservations if planning to dine in, as seating is limited.
"This user recommends Confectionary as an amazing option for vegan/eggless cakes."
Positive"This user expressed that they were almost certain they were sitting next to the original poster at Lysee when the cake was served and felt jealous."
Neutral"The commenter stated that Lysee is incredible."
Positive"The commenter mentioned that the Christmas cake from Lysee was one of the best they had ever eaten."
Positive"Lysee is recommended for lovely cakes, noting that their signature corn cake (with chocolate leaves) can be ordered in larger sizes."
Positive"Lysee is highly recommended among other bakeries."
Positive"Lysee is listed as a recommended bakery/cafe."
Positive"Lysee was mentioned as a must-try dessert spot."
Positive"A user advised making a reservation for an earlier time at Lysee to avoid sell-outs of corn cakes."
Neutral"The user recommended the corn cake from Lysee."
Neutral"This user recommended the corn brioche from Lysee, stating it's often better than the corn mousse cake and available Friday to Sunday."
Positive"A user noted that the corn cake from Lysee looks like corn and their wife will love it."
Positive"Responding to a recommendation, a user confirmed that the corn cake from Lysee is a must-try."
Positive"The user recommended the corn mousse cake from Lysee."
Positive"A user recommended the corn cake from Lysee, stating it's a must-try."
Positive"Following up on a previous comment, the author expresses eagerness to return to Lysee after reading a description of their corn brioche, which sounds appealing."
Positive"The commenter recommends Lysee's other items, specifically mentioning the corn dessert, corn brioche, milk choc banana cookie, and little pound cakes, noting that the signature dessert is more restrained."
Positive"The author stated that Lysée has some of the best pastries they have ever tried in their life."
Positive"The author was not blown away by Lysee's namesake dessert given the price point, finding the brown rice flavor needed to be stronger to balance the sweetness."
Negative"The author mentioned trying the Lysée at Lysée."
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