Ube Rose Cookies to Jasmine Gelato Across Long Island City

5.0 (98)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 09:00 – 18:00; Fri – Sat, 09:00 – 20:00

13-11 Jackson Ave

Pink walls and Asian-inspired treats set the tone at this Jackson Avenue bakery, from jasmine pudding and ube rose cookies to strawberry cake with light cream. It doubles as a tea house pouring iced limeades, and the friendly owners keep a busy room low-pressure.

4.7 (113)

Mon – Thu, 11:00 – 22:30; Fri – Sun, 11:00 – 23:00

27-20 42nd Rd

Tea-forward scoops lead the case on 42nd Road, with jasmine and matcha next to black sesame and orange espresso. The jasmine is smooth with delicate floral notes and restrained sweetness, tasting samples help narrow the choice, and the space is clean and modern.

4.5 (110)

Mon – Fri, 07:00 – 14:00; Sat – Sun, 08:00 – 14:00

23-01 41st Ave #1a

Fresh bagels and breakfast sandwiches anchor this 41st Avenue counter, with spreads such as hickory bacon cream cheese and coffee to go with them. A loyal local following and welcoming staff keep it busy, though orders can occasionally come out inconsistent.

4.5 (64)

Mon – Fri, 08:00 – 13:00

9-03 44th Road

Pastry chef Gina Spinelli opened this woman-owned bakery near the Queensboro Bridge in 2016. Handmade, preservative-free pastries share the counter with savory breakfast burritos, sandwiches and gluten-free options, and the kitchen also takes custom wedding and birthday cakes.