Quick Guide to Desserts in Sunnyside
Bollos by I Love Paraguay
43-16 Greenpoint Ave, Sunnyside
A popular pastry in Paraguay (and in Latin American and Spain), the bollo is a fried bun paired with a variety of fillings. I Love Paraguay fills their bollos with cream, guava, or caramel.
Photo by I Love Paraguay.
Beer Tiramisu
by Senso Unico
43-04 47th Street, Sunnyside
Chef Vincenzo’s Beer Tiramisu might just be one of few restaurants in Queens that makes this Italian dessert with beer instead of espresso. And it’s just as delicious. Learn how to make the dessert with Chef Vincenzo here.
Photo by Senso Unico.
Mango Sticky Rice
by Mr. Buncha
45-09 40th Street, Sunnyside
Thai eatery Mr. Buncha has recently announce their addition of mango desserts to their ever expanding menu. New additions include Mango Sticky Rice, Mango Ice Cream, Mango Fresh Milk, and Mango Madness.
Photo by Mr. Buncha.
Petite Fleur Cake
Online Shop
Opened in 2020, Sunnysider Karen L-Go’s buttercream flower cake creations are perfect for any occasion. Watch her buttercream piping skills in action here.
Photo by Petite Fleur Cakes.
Nutella Mousse
by SoleLuna Restaurant
40-01 Queens Blvd, Sunnyside
SoleLuna has a rotating menu of desserts and their Nutella Mousse serve with a dollop of cream is definitely a good way to end the night.
Photo by @chu_on_this.
Licks Italian Gelato
Online Shop
Lauren Bittner’s homemade gelato can be ordered online via her Instagram @licksitaliangelato. Each week features a rotating menu of flavors such as Orange Blossom, Vanilla Irish Whiskey, Lemon Caramel Swirl, and Yogurt Variegato Amarena.
Photo by Licks Italian Gelato..
Big Shane’s Ice Cream
Available at Brookside Market, Bar 43, and The Skillman.
Made with an egg-free base, Big Shane’s ice cream flavors include Rocky Road to Dublin, Honeycomb Crisp, Banoffee Pie, and Vegan Cookies N’Mint.
Photo by Big Shane’s.
The Boiis Co.
Online Shop
Founded in 2019, Filipinx-owned and Sunnyside-based The Boiis Co.’s Mookies are Mochi-filled shortbread cookies. The Mookies come in a variety of flavors such as Ube and Matcha.
Photo by The Boiis Co.
Tres Leches Cake
by 1 Buen Sabor
45-07 Queens Blvd, Sunnyside
Opened since 1999, 1 Buen Sabor is a Hispanic family-owned business that specializes in traditional Colombian food. Known mostly for their savory dishes and bakery items, the eatery serves a popular Tres Leches Cake.
Photo by @fashiondesigner.gee.
Api Ice Cream
by Bolivian Llama Party
44-14 48th Ave, Sunnyside
The Api ice cream by Bolivian Llama Party transforms the traditional Bolivian Maíz Morado (purple corn) beverage into a creamy dessert. The ice cream is made with cinnamon, orange zest, cloves, and a morada glaze. The dessert is sold by cup or by pint.
Photo by Sue Menon @snack.with.sue.
Nita’s European Bakery
40-10 Greenpoint Ave, Sunnyside
The long standing business is one of few Romanian bakeries in Queens. Nita’s make a range traditional Romanian sweets such as cozonac (sweet bread) and Prăjitură Cartof. They also have a range of cookies, cakes.
Photo by @QueensYums.
Gluten-free Almond Torte by The Sweet Boulevard
Online Shop
Freshly-baked and made-to-order Almond Torte by Sunnysider Hilda Terrero. Hilda also makes Candied Nuts, which are gluten free, dairy free, and vegan.
Photo by The Sweet Boulevard.
Calamansi Tart by Whisk Pastry
Online Bakery
Currently available at Filipino eatery Tradisyon NYC, Micheal’s signature tart is made with Calamansi, a citrus fruit that is native to the Philippines and parts of Asia. The fruit is used widely in traditional Filipino cuisine.
Photo by Whisk Pastry.
Souffle de Maracuya and Passionfruit Semifreddo by Don Pollo
41-06 Greenpoint Ave, Sunnyside
As Instagram user @doughy_babe says “…anything Don Pollo does with passionfruit is soooo good!” We think the Souffle de Maracuya or Passionfruit Semifreddo would complement any meal at the Peruvian restaurant nicely.
Photo by Don Pollo.
Baklava by Chakra Cafe
44-01 Queens Blvd, Sunnyside
Chakra Cafe has both pistachio and chocolate Turkish baklava available and they pair perfectly with coffee. We also heard that their Cherry Almond Danish is a hit as well!
Photo by @Gustasian.
Have local dessert recommendations? Let us know! Email us using the form below or at jcho@sunnysideshines.org. We will be adding on to this list!