Alimama Tea Cafe

4.6 (1,815)cafe

89A Bayard St

This tiny Chinatown spot pairs crispy, chewy mochi donuts and fluffy cream puffs with refreshing cold-brewed teas.

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With seating limited to only a few stools, this space is built for quick stops rather than lingering. The pastry selection leans toward a restrained sweetness, exemplified by the brown sugar boba cream puff, which fills a light, fluffy cream inside a sugar-dusted shell. While the mochi donuts are generally celebrated for their contrasting crisp shell and chewy interior, texture experiences can occasionally vary, with some batches skewing harder. A selection of creative teas helps balance out the rich desserts.


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