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A place · Bakery · Chinatown · on 1 of my list

Taipan Bakery.

Worth it, says Antonina. The cream buns boast soft bread and a fluffy cream filling, creating an airy delight that’s a must-try in Chinatown’s dessert scene.

Antonina Pattiz
Antonina PattizI went myself · from my Best desserts in Chinatown
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Best desserts in Chinatown

No. 8 on that list
Worth it
  • Address194 Canal St, New York, NY 10013
  • From my guide, updated September 2026.

Taipan Bakery is a well-known bakery, popular for offering a delicious array of Asian pastries and baked goods. With roots tracing back to Hong Kong, Taipan Bakery has garnered a reputation for high-quality treats.

From traditional Chinese buns to modern desserts, their menu includes favorites like pineapple buns, egg tarts, and BBQ pork buns. Among their standout desserts are the coconut cream buns and egg tarts. The cream buns boast soft bread and a fluffy cream filling, creating an airy delight that’s a must-try in Chinatown’s dessert scene.

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Taipan Bakery

Chinatown