Spot Dessert Bar East Village in
New York (NY)

I wasn’t sure what to expect at Spot Dessert Bar East Village, but it turned into one of my favorite dessert stops. I tried a few of their signature items like the Matcha Lava Cake, Mango Sticky Rice Crepe, and a Thai Tea Boba Float, and everything was fun and delicious. The Matcha Lava Cake was warm with a gooey green tea center that wasn’t too sweet, and the flavors really popped. The Mango Sticky Rice Crepe had fresh mango with creamy coconut and soft sticky rice wrapped neatly inside, which felt unique and comforting at the same time. The Thai Tea Boba Float was refreshing and creamy with chewy boba that made it feel like dessert and drink combined. The vibe inside was colorful and lively with upbeat music, which made it feel more exciting than a typical dessert shop. The staff were friendly and helped explain the menu when I was deciding what to order. Portions were generous enough to share, and I left feeling satisfied and already thinking about what to try next time. The place also felt clean and well maintained even when a few people were waiting. It is one of those dessert spots that makes you want to come back just to try another item on the menu.

Really small spot so had a hard time getting a seat, might have just been there during the Friday Night Rush...however the selection was great for desert. Nice size plates and they had a few others that I liked to try but only had room for these 2. Will definitely go back on more of a relaxed time frame so I can spend more time trying the other selections. Also they had good coffee and drinks to go with the sweets.

This place truly stands out with its creative designs, stunning presentations, and absolutely delicious flavors. We loved everything we tried and highly recommend it to anyone with a sweet tooth!

Interesting and creative desserts with fantastic decorations that are almost too pretty to eat. Every item we tried tasted great, not just sweet but well balanced and thoughtfully made. You can really tell they put effort into both presentation and flavor. It’s a fun spot to visit, perfect for hanging out with friends or ending a meal on a high note. Definitely worth checking out if you enjoy unique desserts.

Wait is super long but they always do a good job of being transparent with waitlist times. Get on online waitlist for ease. Amazing desserts, we go with a group and our favorites are the matcha lava cake and harvest strawberry cheesecake.

I really love the place and the dessert Harvest is one of the best desserts I have had so far. I would definitely suggest everyone to try it along with that also try the sorbet thread too would be great.

Nice spot for dessert and coffee in St. Mark. We had Matcha latte and was little flat in flavor. Golden honey toast dessert w ice cream was tasty. They turn around tables quickly and service was efficient. Will go back to try other dessert.

Awesome place. Matcha Lava cake was exceptional. We ordered the combo that had 3 of the most popular deserts. Tough to eat all 3 deserts among just 2 people. Totally worth it.

We stopped by this place after dinner on a weekday night. We joined the waitlist before walking over, about a 10-minute wait, which timed out perfectly as the table was ready when we arrived. We ordered the Black Sesame Basque Cheesecake and the Matcha Lava Cake. Black Sesame Basque Cheesecake: Looked great, but the taste didn’t match the presentation. The texture wasn’t what you’d expect from a cheesecake and felt a bit dry. Matcha Lava Cake: The lava cake was soft and gooey, and the matcha ice cream had just the right level of sweetness. Definitely recommend ordering this. Overall, a mixed experience, but the matcha lava cake is a must try if you are visiting here.

Fall/winter combo of 3 desserts for $38 was a decent deal, basically half off the 3rd dessert and a nice, balanced spread. Chrysanthemum snow was probably the healthiest dessert I've ever had; super refreshing, still tasty, and well-made. 8/10. Ube-rri was a tad too sweet and honestly not too remarkable, the mousse and panna cotta was kind of mid and the ube tasted a little artificial. 5/10. The sesame bloom was a nice combo of cheesecake, ice cream, berries, and other yummy items. Very rich and layered flavor. 9/10. Love how unique each dessert is, will definitely need to try their classics next time I go back.

Went on Saturday afternoon. It was pretty full but we could find two tables without waiting. The desserts are shareable. I liked the chocolate lava cake with ice cream but wish the matcha was less separate. The ub-berry is our favorite. The harvest and chocolate lava cake are tied. The butter toast with ice cream is our least favorite. This spot has good matcha.

This place is incredible! They’re highly efficient without ever compromising on service or quality. When we first arrived, there was an understandable one-hour wait, but they kept us updated via text and notified us as soon as our table was ready. The menu included pictures of every item, which made ordering easy and convenient! We chose the Milky Puff and Sesame Bloom, and both were outstanding with truly unique flavors. If you’re not into overly sweet desserts but still want something indulgent, the Sesame Bloom is perfect for you. If you prefer something fun and nostalgic, try the Milky Puff — it’s like enjoying cereal and ice cream together, but in the best possible way lol!

This place has absolutely unique desserts — we’ve never tried anything like this before! We ordered two different desserts, and both were very unusual in flavor and presentation, yet incredibly delicious. The place is literally packed with people, the foot traffic is very high. And it’s obvious why — quality and creativity like this are rare. A great spot for anyone with a sweet tooth or those who enjoy trying something new. Definitely recommend!

This place was a great vibe. We had deserts, and they were delicious! Customer service was phenomenal all around- Leon, especially, took great care of us. We are from out of state, but we will surely be back to visiting again soon!

My friend recommended this place because he noticed I needed a bit of stress eating and I’m so glad he did! He suggested I try the Matcha Lava Cake, and it was absolutely amazing. I also ordered the Strawberry Matcha Latte, which quickly became my new favorite. I didn’t expect the combination of strawberry and matcha to taste so good it’s sweet, smooth, and surprisingly relaxing. The cozy atmosphere and beautiful plating made the experience even better. I highly recommend this spot for anyone who wants to unwind, enjoy some stress-relieving desserts, and treat themselves to something truly delicious!

My friend and I decided to taste some Dessert at Spot Dessert in East Village. We Went with “Harvest” and absolutely loved it. The cheesecake is delicious. We also ordered Matcha Lava Cookie and some Cruffins which we enjoyed as well. Definitely visiting again to try their other best sellers.

The golden toast is literally one of the best things I have ever put in my mouth. I had to come back two days later and have it again. Excellent service. All the food we tried was amazing. It’s quiet but filled with natural light. The perfect spot for an afternoon treat!

I WILL be coming back for the Golden Toast and Harvest dessert! I took a bite of both and went straight to heaven—I'm literally obsessed with them. I wasn't expecting the butter on the Golden Toast to be a brown butter, but I absolutely love it! The milk tea for the Harvest dessert added the perfect touch of flavor, giving the layers underneath more depth. I did have to wait in a line to be seated but it was honestly worth the wait!

I am. Sorry. For this 3 star review. Because the staff were so nice and so chill and actually super funny. We were throwing some weird questions at them and they indeed played ball. Thanks guys. Anyway. The food is just super mid. So so mid. The matcha lava cake is good. The cheesecake in a dirt pot is good. Everything else tasted like literally nothing and cost a months rent. I’m so sorry. It also always has a wait but you can join the guest list from afar (online) which is nice.

We tried 7 things on the menu so feel like we got a good spin… love the concept, love the ideas… the actual dessert I just didn’t think was good. The seasonal menu was 2/3 massive flop. Bingsu tasted like dole’s fruit cups on ice. Which is like whatever, but not worth $18. The peach cake with sesame ice cream tasted like absolutely nothing. I think I’ve never had a worse black sesame ice cream? The only good thing was the jasmine pan cotta, but even that I thought was too subdued. The golden toast felt like nothing special except that it will take a year off your life in sweetness overload? The harvest was OK but strawberry tasted artificial. Matcha lava cake was fine, matcha ice cream was good, chocolate lava cake tasted like fake / low quality chocolate IMO. Best dish was the cookie one, which is not even in the bundles. It’s $$ on its own, and small. Value for money was not there for me. Fun group activity, I won’t be back though given I tried 60+% of the menu and it had a 90%+ failure rate for me. 7 desserts for 7 people, $20 / pp incl tip.

A dessert lover’s paradise! The collection of desserts is incredible, and everything tastes as good as it looks. It’s the perfect place to fix your sweet tooth cravings. Just a heads-up—weekends can get crowded and the space is limited, so be prepared to wait. Still, the flavors make it worth every minute!

Gorgeous desserts and fun seasonal changes to the menu! I’ve been here at least 7-8 times over the past two years. I have brought family and friends, and they have always had raving reviews! My favorite is the Classic Matcha Lava Cake. A great chocolate dessert with a twist. If you don’t enjoy matcha, I would recommend getting some of their desserts with berry or alternate flavored ice cream. Before Spot, I’ve never experience a “dessert restaurant”, but now it always is a place I can go to give someone a good dessert experience.

This spot has been one of my go-to dessert places in East Village for years — and I’m genuinely happy to say it hasn’t changed a bit (in the best way). First time I went was probably 3 or 4 years ago, and since then I’ve been back at least 10 times — with friends, coworkers, after work, on weekends, you name it. Their menu? Super limited. But honestly, that’s part of the charm. Every single item they do offer is just perfection — no misses, all hits. Last time we went, we ordered their dessert set — which came with: • ? Matcha lava cake (my forever favorite) • ? Sweet bread (so soft and warm omg) • …and one more dessert I can’t remember by name but it’s in the photos lol Drinks were fun too — I got a Thai tea with something extra, and my friend tried some kind of cold brew with a twist. Now for the catch: this place is popular. If you’re planning to go around 8–10pm, expect a wait. They don’t take reservations, and most nights you’ll need to leave your number and wait 20–30 minutes (sometimes more). There’s not much of a waiting area either, so you’ll likely end up walking around the block or awkwardly hanging out nearby until they text you. BUT — once you’re in, it’s so worth it. The team is young, friendly, super welcoming, and always happy to make recommendations. Service is fast (they probably know there’s a line waiting lol), and the whole experience feels cozy and satisfying. ? Price-wise: Pretty reasonable, especially for the quality. The dessert set of 3 was ~$35 and shared between four people — and it felt like just enough. Drinks lean on the pricier side, but nothing too wild. If you’re in the mood for something sweet, warm, and comforting after a long day — this is it. Calories? Yes. Regrets? Never. Already planning my next visit.

Very good dessert spot! I ordered the Golden Toast, Sweet Beani, Hey Jasmine, Peachy Summer, and the Cookie Camp. Each item had such strong, unique flavors that truly matched their descriptions. The service was great, and the vibe was fun, modern, and comforting. I highly recommend it!

This place is amazing! I had the harvest. Cheesecake, Oreo, & strawberry. We also tried the Jazmine pana cotta. The Jazmine ice cream was the best thing I have ever had. But the matcha chocolate lava cake was so incredibly rich. 10/10 easily.

Spot Dessert on St. Marks has been a neighborhood favorite for awhile. I love this place and stop by whenever I’m in the area. Two favorites are the Harvest and the Golden Toast. On this trip it was the Harvest, with its chiffon cake, strawberries whipped crream, and Oreo crumbs. It’s served with some milk tea, which you pour over it, and some raspberry sorbet. This is dessert heaven! The combo of flavors is delicious. One thing I like about that particular dish, is that it’s not too heavy. The quantity is perfect without weighing you down. Even though I have this dish most of the time, I can say that every dish I’ve had here has been great. I love their non-dairy ice cream options like their raspberry and mango, and of course the previously mentioned Golden Toast. The staff is fantastic, the atmosphere cool, and the prices are reasonable. Recommended!

This tiny, charming spot is tucked away under a staircase-so discreet that you might walk right past it if you don't catch the sign below. It's definitely a hidden gem, and the cozy, whimsical vibe immediately caught my attention. They offer an impressive variety of creative desserts and drinks, which honestly felt a bit overwhelming at first. I ended up going with one of their bestsellers, the Harvest, along with a Thai tea float. The Harvest was beautifully presented in a small flowerpot, layered with cheesecake and served with a tiny watering can filled with tea to pour over it-a super creative and Instagram-worthy concept. Taste-wise, the Harvest was pleasant but not particularly standout. The texture leaned a bit too mushy once everything was mixed, which took away from the individual layers. On the other hand, the Thai tea float was refreshing and enjoyable. Service was warm and friendly, and despite the small size of the shop, it felt thoughtfully designed and clean. Overall, it’s a lovely little dessert spot with a playful twist. I’ll definitely be back to try more of their unique offerings.