Rachel Braddock

This place is incredible! They’re highly efficient without ever compromising on service or quality. When we first arrived, there was an understandable one-hour wait, but they kept us updated via text and notified us as soon as our table was ready. The menu included pictures of every item, which made ordering easy and convenient! We chose the Milky Puff and Sesame Bloom, and both were outstanding with truly unique flavors. If you’re not into overly sweet desserts but still want something indulgent, the Sesame Bloom is perfect for you. If you prefer something fun and nostalgic, try the Milky Puff — it’s like enjoying cereal and ice cream together, but in the best possible way lol!

Marat Shalagin

This place has absolutely unique desserts — we’ve never tried anything like this before! We ordered two different desserts, and both were very unusual in flavor and presentation, yet incredibly delicious. The place is literally packed with people, the foot traffic is very high. And it’s obvious why — quality and creativity like this are rare. A great spot for anyone with a sweet tooth or those who enjoy trying something new. Definitely recommend!

+14

Michael Harrison

My friend recommended this place because he noticed I needed a bit of stress eating and I’m so glad he did! He suggested I try the Matcha Lava Cake, and it was absolutely amazing. I also ordered the Strawberry Matcha Latte, which quickly became my new favorite. I didn’t expect the combination of strawberry and matcha to taste so good it’s sweet, smooth, and surprisingly relaxing. The cozy atmosphere and beautiful plating made the experience even better. I highly recommend this spot for anyone who wants to unwind, enjoy some stress-relieving desserts, and treat themselves to something truly delicious!

Ruby Chan

Back to Spot Dessert Bar and I had a much better experience this time — I tried the most elegant black sesame dessert, alongside asian desserts that are both nutritious and delicious. This seasonal menu highlights asian winter ingredients known for their natural benefits, turning comfort food into something nourishing. I didn’t even feel sweetened out after trying them all. I also tried a Halloween Special which I hoped they could consider keeping it in the regular menu!! ＊Sesame Bloom $14.95 ** The presentation was so elegant that I could easily picture it served at a fine dining restaurant. This black sesame basque cheesecake came with condensed milk ice cream, berry compote and vanilla anglaise. Its deep black hue proved how rich and nutty it was. This was easily our favorite out of the three! ＊Chrysanthemum Snow $14.95 It’s rare to see a modern dessert with goji berries and snow mushrooms! The chrysanthemum frozen base was topped with snow mushroom, goji berries, golden pear, and yuzu honey jam. Light, floral, and full of nourishing ingredients. Definitely guilt-free and delicious. ＊Ube-rri $14.95 An ube mousse cake layered with chia panna cotta, blueberry compote, chiffon, and topped with a white chocolate shell. The tangy compote balanced out the creamy ube mousse. *** We got all three of these fall/winter specials for $38.15 (original $44.85). ＊Halloween Spooky Monkey Bread Made with warm coconut monkey bread, coconut ice cream and coconut flakes and drizzled with ube sauce. I was absolutely in love with the hot and cold contrast!!

+9

Vera Racine

The golden toast is literally one of the best things I have ever put in my mouth. I had to come back two days later and have it again. Excellent service. All the food we tried was amazing. It’s quiet but filled with natural light. The perfect spot for an afternoon treat!

Nana

I WILL be coming back for the Golden Toast and Harvest dessert! I took a bite of both and went straight to heaven—I'm literally obsessed with them. I wasn't expecting the butter on the Golden Toast to be a brown butter, but I absolutely love it! The milk tea for the Harvest dessert added the perfect touch of flavor, giving the layers underneath more depth. I did have to wait in a line to be seated but it was honestly worth the wait!

chintan anjaria

A dessert lover’s paradise! The collection of desserts is incredible, and everything tastes as good as it looks. It’s the perfect place to fix your sweet tooth cravings. Just a heads-up—weekends can get crowded and the space is limited, so be prepared to wait. Still, the flavors make it worth every minute!

Christian Dinsmore

Gorgeous desserts and fun seasonal changes to the menu! I’ve been here at least 7-8 times over the past two years. I have brought family and friends, and they have always had raving reviews! My favorite is the Classic Matcha Lava Cake. A great chocolate dessert with a twist. If you don’t enjoy matcha, I would recommend getting some of their desserts with berry or alternate flavored ice cream. Before Spot, I’ve never experience a “dessert restaurant”, but now it always is a place I can go to give someone a good dessert experience.

Ivanna Kaleniuk

This spot has been one of my go-to dessert places in East Village for years — and I’m genuinely happy to say it hasn’t changed a bit (in the best way). First time I went was probably 3 or 4 years ago, and since then I’ve been back at least 10 times — with friends, coworkers, after work, on weekends, you name it. Their menu? Super limited. But honestly, that’s part of the charm. Every single item they do offer is just perfection — no misses, all hits. Last time we went, we ordered their dessert set — which came with: • 🍵 Matcha lava cake (my forever favorite) • 🍞 Sweet bread (so soft and warm omg) • …and one more dessert I can’t remember by name but it’s in the photos lol Drinks were fun too — I got a Thai tea with something extra, and my friend tried some kind of cold brew with a twist. Now for the catch: this place is popular. If you’re planning to go around 8–10pm, expect a wait. They don’t take reservations, and most nights you’ll need to leave your number and wait 20–30 minutes (sometimes more). There’s not much of a waiting area either, so you’ll likely end up walking around the block or awkwardly hanging out nearby until they text you. BUT — once you’re in, it’s so worth it. The team is young, friendly, super welcoming, and always happy to make recommendations. Service is fast (they probably know there’s a line waiting lol), and the whole experience feels cozy and satisfying. 💰 Price-wise: Pretty reasonable, especially for the quality. The dessert set of 3 was ~$35 and shared between four people — and it felt like just enough. Drinks lean on the pricier side, but nothing too wild. If you’re in the mood for something sweet, warm, and comforting after a long day — this is it. Calories? Yes. Regrets? Never. Already planning my next visit.

+3

Lindsay Taylor

Very good dessert spot! I ordered the Golden Toast, Sweet Beani, Hey Jasmine, Peachy Summer, and the Cookie Camp. Each item had such strong, unique flavors that truly matched their descriptions. The service was great, and the vibe was fun, modern, and comforting. I highly recommend it!

+1

Angelica McClure

This place is amazing! I had the harvest. Cheesecake, Oreo, & strawberry. We also tried the Jazmine pana cotta. The Jazmine ice cream was the best thing I have ever had. But the matcha chocolate lava cake was so incredibly rich. 10/10 easily.

+3

Amy Kang

Nice spot for dessert and coffee in St. Mark. We had Matcha latte and was little flat in flavor. Golden honey toast dessert w ice cream was tasty. They turn around tables quickly and service was efficient. Will go back to try other dessert.

+1

Jaye Aster Broder

Went on Saturday afternoon. It was pretty full but we could find two tables without waiting. The desserts are shareable. I liked the chocolate lava cake with ice cream but wish the matcha was less separate. The ub-berry is our favorite. The harvest and chocolate lava cake are tied. The butter toast with ice cream is our least favorite. This spot has good matcha.

I think this place is a bit overrated. It gets busy quick and the desserts are okay. Out of all of them the matcha lava was by farrr my favorite. Very rich and the perfect amount of matcha. The harvest was not that great in my opinion and the golden toast was a little dry for my taste. Maybe I would come back for the other items but its a bit pricey.

Rohit Pillai

We stopped by this place after dinner on a weekday night. We joined the waitlist before walking over, about a 10-minute wait, which timed out perfectly as the table was ready when we arrived. We ordered the Black Sesame Basque Cheesecake and the Matcha Lava Cake. Black Sesame Basque Cheesecake: Looked great, but the taste didn’t match the presentation. The texture wasn’t what you’d expect from a cheesecake and felt a bit dry. Matcha Lava Cake: The lava cake was soft and gooey, and the matcha ice cream had just the right level of sweetness. Definitely recommend ordering this. Overall, a mixed experience, but the matcha lava cake is a must try if you are visiting here.

Cass

I am. Sorry. For this 3 star review. Because the staff were so nice and so chill and actually super funny. We were throwing some weird questions at them and they indeed played ball. Thanks guys. Anyway. The food is just super mid. So so mid. The matcha lava cake is good. The cheesecake in a dirt pot is good. Everything else tasted like literally nothing and cost a months rent. I’m so sorry. It also always has a wait but you can join the guest list from afar (online) which is nice.

+13

anatalia santana

Great late night dessert location if you’re into Spot Dessert Bar (NYC) is a dessert café known for its Asian-inspired desserts with a modern twist. The founder, Chef Ian Kittichai from Thailand, brings unique flavors and presentation styles that blend Eastern and Western influences. Some of the signature types of food you’ll find there: • 🍰 Plated Signature Desserts (their specialty) • The Harvest: A plant pot-looking dessert with layers of berries, cheesecake, and oreo crumble. • Golden Toast: Crispy honey buttered toast served with strawberries, whipped cream, and condensed milk ice cream. • Matcha Lava Cake: Warm matcha chocolate cake with green tea ganache and ice cream. • Milky Puff: Cream puff pastry with Thai tea ice cream and brûléed bananas. • 🍦 Ice Cream & Sorbets with Asian flavors like Thai tea, black sesame, and green tea. • 🍵 Drinks such as bubble teas, Thai iced tea, and coffee-based specialties. So in short: Spot Dessert Bar serves creative, Asian-fusion desserts—beautifully plated, shareable, and often interactive. This place is a viral TikTok destination, so expect a queue. The wait wasn’t too long thanks to the efficiency and urgency of the staff. While there’s definitely potential for Spot to feel like an elevated dessert bar, the fast-paced service creates a sense of rush during your seating, and the small, cramped space doesn’t help. Staff were polite, but service standards could be improved. Overall, it left more of a fast-food impression than a true sit-down dessert experience. Prices are fair, and I might consider returning for a mid-day visit to avoid the peak crowds, but it’s not a place I’d rush back to.

+1

Isabella Grandic

We tried 7 things on the menu so feel like we got a good spin… love the concept, love the ideas… the actual dessert I just didn’t think was good. The seasonal menu was 2/3 massive flop. Bingsu tasted like dole’s fruit cups on ice. Which is like whatever, but not worth $18. The peach cake with sesame ice cream tasted like absolutely nothing. I think I’ve never had a worse black sesame ice cream? The only good thing was the jasmine pan cotta, but even that I thought was too subdued. The golden toast felt like nothing special except that it will take a year off your life in sweetness overload? The harvest was OK but strawberry tasted artificial. Matcha lava cake was fine, matcha ice cream was good, chocolate lava cake tasted like fake / low quality chocolate IMO. Best dish was the cookie one, which is not even in the bundles. It’s $$ on its own, and small. Value for money was not there for me. Fun group activity, I won’t be back though given I tried 60+% of the menu and it had a 90%+ failure rate for me. 7 desserts for 7 people, $20 / pp incl tip.

+9