Gluten-Free Korean Rice Cakes in a Bright Koreatown Cafe
Try gluten-free Korean rice cakes and custom matcha in a bright, two-story Koreatown cafe.
🍵 Ju-ak and Matcha Pairings
On Fifth Avenue in Koreatown, this two story cafe brings Korean rice cakes, ju ak, and custom matcha together in a bright, modern space. The main draw is the range of rice flour sweets, with strawberry, black sesame, mugwort, and injeolmi among the flavors. You can pair them with einspänner coffee or tea, or try the sweet yuzuade. The room has ample seating, and the two story setup gives you space to pause.
The rice cakes are gluten free, while the counter reaches into yak gwa, tiramisu served with strong espresso, and a Dubai choco cookie. That mix sets traditional Korean sweets beside familiar cafe orders without losing the thread. A tray brings together small cakes and drinks, so you can choose a single sweet or build a wider tasting stop. Try custom matcha beside one rice cake, then leave room for another bite.
