Jeannie T.
Chika and her team provides an imaginative three course dessert tasting experience on Thursdays thru Sunday. For cake nights, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, that's all they serve. I was such a fan from my tasting that I returned for the cake. Both experiences were over the top delicious. Wedgewood China and other beautiful bone China plates, tea cups and saucers complete the dining experience. Not only are the desserts scrumptious, the use of fresh cream, seasonal fruit, and creative ingredient combinations wakes your taste buds. Who would've thought, coconut sorbet with avocado and mango would work so well together! Highly recommend multiple visits to try everything and making a reservation for both a seat and desserts you want to try is suggested. Once the item is sold out, that's it for the day.
DELETED USER Caiyu Ma
The strawberry cake is amazing! The cream part was full of strawberry unlike some cakes where the cream part doesn’t contain any fruit. The cakes are not extremely sweet, just perfect! The owner was so kind, will def come back!
Bilin chen
It was my second time enjoying Chikalicious dessert. The dessert design is highly aesthetic, and it still tastes fantastic. Chikalicious provides three courses for each person at an attractive and reasonable price. Generally, the entire experience is lovely, and this spot suits couple dating or friend meetings.
The first course is a sorbet on a dairy pudding; the flavor varies from season to season. You can choose your main course with over five options, and the typical one is the Japanese cheesecake, which is very light and fluffy. The last course has three cute one-bite refreshments in different flavors and textures. I highly recommend enjoying the main and final courses with tea or a champion.
Sitting in the bar area is much more enjoyable than a table. You can either chat with friends or watch the chef preparing your dessert. The bar can seat up to 10 people, and two tables are available. So an appointment in advance is highly recommended! Otherwise, you may miss peak dining hours if you want to walk in.
Yulanda Huang
Dining in is a prex fixe tasting menu for $26/person
It's like a Omakase for dessert :)
Chika will pick the first course “Amuse” and third course “Petits Fours”
We picked cheesecake as our main dessert, it was so light and creamy but not sweet. you can't get this anywhere.
We went around 5pm on a weekend and there were no line. the service was really good and they surprise us with a nice cookie with our photo!!
Ava Bai
If you’re looking for an inventive spot for dessert and all things sweet, this is the place to come!
Chika, the chef, manages to elevate each plate to something very special without following the fads, creating tastefully plated works of art with a twist.
I hadn’t been back for almost 15 years and recently returned for a celebratory pre-dinner dessert with friends and was reminded of why I loved it this place so much.
We ended up ordering a number of dishes. However, as ChikaLicious offers a prix-fixe, we started with a light and refreshing sorbet with an Earl Grey jelly. I chose the Fromage-Blanc Island Cheesecake as my main-course. This was followed by an adorable plate of petit-fours.
I had pre-gamed and researched the menu options prior to my trip down and saw the Fromage Blanc Island dessert has won an award recently. It looked very simple and I was expecting a pretty basic and perhaps more moist cheesecake. Instead it completely exceeded my expectations. Beyond being a simple cheesecake, this concoction had notes of a yogurty tangy-ness paired with a sweet and unctuous texture, but still felt light and not heavy-handed, each bite had a richness and complexity I did not think was possible. I definitely felt a little sad when I reached the last bite.
But thankfully, they had plenty of options left for the hungry diner and we ended up splitting Mille Crepe Tahitian Vanilla Bean, Banana Cream Pie Cream Puff (which the chef informed me was one of her personal favorites), the DoughYaki Donut, and last but not least, the Ooey Gooey Chocolate Chip. I probably would have gotten another 1-2 desserts but we had a dinner lined up.
Beyond the tasty treats, the entire staff were super friendly and attentive. The co-owner and husband of the chef, Don was so warm and welcoming. And the chef, Chika was such a pleasure to watch as she created the delicious dishes right behind the bar in this cozy space.
If you’re looking for a special treat, this is a must!
Jessica Catelak
This is a very unique spot, a dessert tasting $25 a person with your choice of dessert. Both my bf and I choose different dessert but we really wanted to try the omelet with truffle butter. All three desserts were absolutely delicious with such unique flavors, textures and such careful preparation. We sat at the bar and watched them prepare everything, it was such a wonderful experience, definitely worth waiting in line!
Hana T
Great service and nice view for the dessert bar. However, for the price and expectations for the name, I was a little bit underwhelmed with the dessert.
Perhaps if there are some conversation with customers about concept/inspiration would help connecting us more together with the dessert, but I left without having a significant memory of dishes which I was a little bit disappointed about.
Don't get me wrong, I still think this is a great place to spend a date with, but just hope there will have a lite improvement in the future for me the enjoy this dessert bar a little more.
maxximus787
Fantastic desert bar, that I would highly recommend. It was a lot of fun to sit at the bar and watch them prepare the desserts. The chef and host are incredibly sweet and inviting. My wife and I tried the seasonal specials (zucchini bread and basil sorbet). Both were delicious. Definitely will be coming back.
Ahm Abi
Absolutely amazing stuff!
Go to this cafe if you want to experience desserts done to the highest level and quality, small portions but really great mix of flavours! I tried their tasting menu and some takeaway orders and everything is so interesting and new! My personal highlight from my NY visit.
Don't go there if you want to just eat dessert or you expect a filling one, it's an experience meant to make you try a new thing.
Francesco Orabona
This place is simply unique! Their dessert tasting menu is composed by three courses where you choose the middle one. Their desserts are like a oasis for people looking for more than just "sugar filled with sugar". Here, you will taste delicate flavors and unusual combinations, served with elegant compositions.
Asia J.
A must try unique dessert experience.
I chose the $25 per person option and you get 3 small portions that equal to a full serving. If you want to add to the experience, you can pair wine with the dessert (give it a try...it was delicious). If you sit at the bar, you'll be able to watch the preparation of each dish. I suggest making a reservation (Thurs-Sun) during their allowed times if you don't want to wait. The day I went, walk-ins were seated immediately, but I know this place has long lines, at times. If you have questions, just ask away and someone will answer you! I came here for my birthday and they made me feel truly special. The service here is exceptional and I will definitely be back!
Kiraz
It was a unique experience. The staff is friendly and kind. The music is nice and everything we have tasted was extraordinary and delicious. 25 dollars per person if you want to have the dessert menu. Which is not particularly affordable but it was an experience. I like the fact that portions are small and enough since it is not likely to see a dessert not oversized and full of sugar in the US.
Kevin Delgado
Great dessert bar ! Would recommend to anyone looking for a small but delightful bite
Mona Ma
Chika is an artist and all her desserts are spectacular！I will come here everytime I visit NYC.
nellymagoo
This special desert bar is one of my favorite date places. Intimate space with very special hand made deserts and wine pairings. Tea and specialty drinks served and hosted by professional friendly people. Had a great time here and the atmosphere and effort put forward by the team here is what we all need and appreciate. Clean and covid compliant.
Zeynep
This place is not just for the ones with sweet tooth, this is an experience you won't forget. 3 courses of dessert, all prepared with immaculate attention, taste combination, love and care. Menu changes every week. There are to go options as well, but I suggest you take a seat, and experience the ritual. One to be remembered 💫
Xiao Meow
I tried the tasting menu $25/person and didn’t like it that much. However, I highly recommend everyone to try the take out desserts- so much better. Try the strawberry cream puff!
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