Cha-An BONBON
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Cha-An Bonbon was okay! It’s a little bit on the pricey side, but it was cool to try some new Japanese desserts. The premium Hojia soft serve was worth to try. It had a lot inside of it from icecream, mochi, sweet red bean, and a biscuit. Overall, it gave me very peanut butter vibes, and it was like I was eating a peanut butter soft serve. The soft serve was around $9 which is okay priced. The strawberry ichigo daifaku, I was expecting more from. It was around $7, and the portion...read full review
I usually have a great experience but today I noticed they used generic canned fruits in my hojicha anmitsu. Was a bit disappointed and it ruined the effect of the wonderful hojicha ice cream, red bean, mochi, and cookie topping.
I find Cha-An the Teahouse mid at best (it used to be good, but it's fallen so far), but this dessert outpost of theirs is noticeably better. The Sakura cookies were some of the softest, most buttery shortbread biscuits I've ever had. NO cherry flavor (more strawberry and raspberry), but you'll be too distracted by their beauty to care.
Cha-An BONBON is a small dessert spot in NYC known for its delicious mochi and unique flavors like matcha and yuzu. The outdoor seating area allows customers to enjoy their treats on the curb. While some find the prices a bit high, others appreciate the use of fresh ingredients and understand the challenges of running a small business in the city. The mochi is highly praised for its thin chewy layer and flavorful fillings, with favorites including purple yam, black sesame, matcha, and chestnut. The mochi chocolate chip cookie is also a popular choice, combining semi-sweet chocolate chunks with chewy mochi for a satisfying treat. The cozy atmosphere, along with polite staff, enhances the experience, even if they may not always be very friendly. Despite the small space and potential wait times, supporting this small business is seen as a positive aspect of visiting Cha-An BONBON. However, some customers have noted inconsistencies, such as the use of canned fruits in their hojicha anmitsu, which can detract from the overall enjoyment. Overall, Cha-An BONBON remains a favorite destination for dessert lovers seeking quality and unique flavors.