Great place to slip in and chill. Its easy to miss because the street is not popular with people. However, the sponge cake is well known. People from Boston will pop in and buy them by the boxes when they are in town. They now even have more flavors and choices on the menu. There is outside seating if one prefer to be outside.

This place is a unicorn.When a place is popular, it gets very busy. Add the fact that this is NYC Chinatown and it would seem like recipe for quantity over quality. Not this one.The sponge cake is easily one of the best in NYC. 5/5 and at 85 cents, nothing comes close.Pair it with large Thai iced tea at $3.50, you will be more than satisfied at less than 5 bucks.Best part? The service. The owner is a the counter moving very fast and actually cares about your experience. 5/5

I come here almost 3-4days a week, they provide different flavors of cakes, I almost tried every flavor, my top fav is original, then cinnamon, but they all are so yummy! Dont miss it when you visit Chinatown!

Visited with my daughter because saw it on tiktok. Amazingly soft, spongy and sweet cake. $1 a piece. You gonna want more, trust me. LolPlan to buy a box to bring home - visiting from out of State.

Best individual cakes in the US in my opinion. They have different flavors on a daily basis. Must try. Highly recommend

HIDDEN GEM HERE!!!! Get the original sponge cake!!! I wish I would have gotten more to take home!!! I am craving another one!!! They are amazing!! Made fresh daily! This place is a Hole in the wall. I learned from the owner that their sponge cakes alone have kept them in business for over 30 years. They take pride in their sponge cakes and you can TASTE it. YUMMMM

Family owned business, the owners are very nice, the sponge cakes are delicious.... There is an option for original, coconut, and chocolate chip.... All equally good.

The sponge cakes are delicious, customer service is great as well! I had the original (still warm), green tea and coconut, highly recommend it! Will go back, I want to try the ube sponge cake.

Very cool place, where they bake those tasty personal sponge cakes.First time for me eating there, and it was what you would expect a good warm sponge cake should taste like.

They really do have the best sponge cakes! Make sure to get a loyalty stamp-card.

Kam Hing is a no frills coffeeshop, but one could walk right by the entrance and not even know it. there’s seating outside, none inside. don’t let the hole-in-the-wall looks fool you as Kam Hing serves up a variety of small baked treats and a variety of caffeinated drinks. the space is well-worn in and kinda of messy but not dirty or anything…just packed with stuff and doesn’t look like your typical coffee spot.stopped by a couple of weeks ago and scanned the chalkboard ‘menu on the wall. i ended up asking for a Vietnamese Coffee and it did not disappoint. a drinkable companion makes for refreshing strolls around Chinatown on warm humid days. the iced Vietnamese coffee is not too sweet and has nice caffeine kick. prices are wallet friendly for all the teas and coffees. my iced coffee was $3ish + tip.the service is friendly and quick.

Great place to get a Sponge Cake and a coffee! Really friendly and family vibes. Definitely worth a visit if you are looking for good vibes and great food!

This is a Chinatown institution, theyve been around FOREVER.But, for as long as theyve been around, Id never had one of their sponge cakes fresh out of the oven. That changed on an early day in July, when my friend and I stopped by to get some breakfast. IT WAS DIVINE. THE ONLY WAY TO EAT IT IS FRESH OUT OF THE OVEN.Now...if only I could get myself to wake up early, I would be in heaven every day.

The best sponge cake in Chinatown. Its so fluffy and produce so much flavor with one bite🤤. Must get the OG! Highly recommended!

Already knew this place was good but just wanted to review and share an experience I had the other day. The shop owner and workers all are super friendly and it’s no doubt that the cakes are absolutely delicious and fresh! One day they were busy and I bought a bunch of cakes but forgot the Thai iced coffee that I ordered on the counter. One of the workers literally ran out of the store in full sprint-mode down a block to find me and give it to me! Absolutely made my day - they have a customer for life. :)

Truly the best I’ve ever had, wish I just live upstair haha

So good and so cheap!!! 😭 (i got one original and one pandan for $1.85)

Sponge cake was fresh and delicious. The place is typical china town cleanliness, that is to say not so much. But there are seats.

Been going to this place since my childhood in the 90s. Best sponge cakes. Get plain or butterscotch ones!

An amazing hidden hole in the wall with the kindest workers I have ever met living in New York for years now. Definitely recommend trying any of their sponge cakes (that they’ve mastered for over 30 years)! If you find yourself stopping at Taiyaki across the street, definitely stop by this place on your way out ✨✨

I don’t live in this area so every time i come by i stock up a lot. i usually freeze them in the fridge and microwave 30s before eating.

Very tasty, affordable price, easy to find place. original flavor is still better than special flavors, but it is great to have more choices.

Incredible price on everything. You can’t beat it. They have so many flavors for their sponge cakes. I’ve tried them all but still prefer the OG flavor for how quickly and fresh when they come out of the oven.

I was from out of town and there was absolutely no place to go... They were extremely nice folks!

The Original Sponge Cake holds a special place in my heart and brings back nostalgic memories. I am impressed by how fluffy the baked goods remain even after a few days.Great for enjoying after any meal, as a snack, with a cup of tea or coffee, and sharing with others.Please remember to carry a little cash. The treats here are definitely worth it. Also, the employees are happy to help if you’d like a recommendation.

Chinese bakery that offers one thing: sponge cake. It comes in multiple flavors (green tea, chocolate, coconut, butterscotch, and plain), but the key is in the texture. Goes great with a cup of coffee of milk tea.Low-maintenance bakery, lots of Chinese people cycling in and out. Note: Be nice and you may receive a gift.

A Maybe bias review.Me and my sister grew up on thisIts awesome then and still awesome today. Trekking to chinatown is always a annoyance and a hassle but em cakes are well worth it!Good eatsHappy pooping

I go once a week. Go early in the day before some of the flavors sell out.

Warm, straight out of the oven sponge cake

The best iced green tea Ive ever had and the guys working here were wonderful. Dont pass it up.

The sponge cakes are delicious and the man working there was so nice! He explained all of the flavors and was really patient. I’ll definitely go back

Taste very good Asian food. A lot options for lunch, price is very affordable!

They have the best sponge cakes I have tasted. I used to go to the original location as a teenager and have loved them for years. I am so happy they opened back up. I tell all my friends about the sponge cakes. My parents also love the sponge cakes 😋😸

Love their sponge cakes, we are from Maryland and we cant leave the city without getting atleast a box or two to take home!

Tasty sponge cake. I normally hate sponge cake because its usually a tasteless waste of calories, but I liked this. And so cheap! The place is kinda dumpy, but fully of character...and funny signs. Definitely stop by if youre in Chinatown, pick up a dozen and feed your coworkers for cheap.

Amazing place and great customer service! Super friendly staff and great snacks

I heard this coffee shop is famous for their sponge cakes. I was thinking Really? Just sponge cakes? But then again, some people call it legendary sponge cakes. I am completely down for legendary sponge cakes! So off we went. It is a bit of hall in a wall type of place, you will miss it if you are not paying attention. The inside was small, plain, simple, no-frills.They do offer more than the legendary sponge cakes, like hot dishes and other baked goods, and coffee & tea of course. The infamous sponge cakes are in a plastic bin right underneath the cash register counter. They have the Original and few other flavored kinds.I hear the sponge cakes here are really popular, and that they get sold out quickly. We went there on a very snowy day, so we didnt have any issue getting what we wanted. It is always good to visit popular spot on a bad weather day. We got original, mint chocolate chip, and green tea sponge cake.They were really fluffy and airy, just as it was described by many of their fans. It was egg-y, sweet but not much, really light. As light as clouds. It is a simple sponge cake, but has that comfort flavor that reminds me of home-cooked or -baked feel to it. I see why their sponge cakes are popular. Very fluffy and light, and the flavored kinds have really strong flavors present in it. And the price, you cant beat the value. Super cheap! Read my full review of the coffee shop and the food on my food blog, foodlovergirl.

Don’t go anywhere else for spongecake — others wont compare!! So soft and airy, yet moist and cakey. You’ll find everyone here - young to old, Chinese/English speaking, tourists and locals... the line is worth the wait!!! Also, this hot spot has rice noodles (cheurng fun) and fish balls!!!

Really the best pound cake in town just for $0.85 and flavored ones for $1.25. You cant miss this if youre in Chinatown.

I’m not sure there’s a more perfect snack/dessert in NYC. Love and obsession at first bite. Several mouthfuls later, the ultimate Asian auntie seal of approval comes wonderingly out: “so good... and Not Too Sweet!” These sponge cakes are a slamming deal at $8-10/dozen and they’re equally delicious whether you get them here or at Tonii’s. Pictured is Ube, also had Pandan which brought me back to Singapore and I inhaled the matcha cakes so fast I came back for more. Can’t think too much about why I didn’t buy several dozen the last time I was in the area or I’ll cry from regret. Don’t be like me, buy several of every flavor and tip well, everyone’s so nice here!

Sponge cake tastes good. Strongly Recommend coconut flakes but I didn’t taste chocolate chips in chocolate chips 😂

Best sponge cake in New York City for sure!

This place will always have a line. Even so, its worth visiting every time I come to New York.

Great sponge cake! Every flavor was amazing! Great service too!

The man who helped was sooooooo kind, he went over the sponge cakes with me and helped me decide. I would come back JUST for the kindness (and the sponge cakes also ROCKED). You got yourself a return customer in me!

5 stars only for the sponge cake! You can order one freshly out of the oven. The cake is warm, airy, moist and mildly sweet. It’s extremely light compare to American cup cake;)

Cheap price but good cake.If you want to take a break while in china town,this is the place to go.

Really good sponge cake! I like the ube one the best. Thai tea one was okay. Definitely will go again to try other ones.

The sponge cakes were so much better than I anticipated. My favorite is the original flavor. The cakes are delightfully soft and fluffy. Will definitely be back in the future.

Travelled all the way from Canada for their delicious sponge cakes. I ordered 60 of these bad boys just to bring home!! They are so fresh.. Literally right out of the oven. So light and moist. Will be back soon :)

The greatest sponge cake and iced coffee!!

Best damn sponge cake EVER!! Under a dollar too!!

The original is still the best. Great flavors and they now have a loyalty card system. And they gave me 2 bags of masks for buying 2 boxes.

The best sponge cake ever!!! Get traditional flavor!!! Yum!!!! What a gem.

Grew up eating the sponge cakes from them since they were a hole in the wall across the street of the current location. They were who you always compared all other sponge cakes to. Still one of my go-tos, iced coffee and a original sponge cake has yet to disappoint. 😋

Just an edit, the original spot for Kam Hing has now closed! It has moved across the street, inside a new apartment building. It now has a seating area, but does not have a large awning. Its a shame they had to move, I liked the old place better, but at least they havent closed down. I had their sponge cake recently and it seems like they havent changed their recipe or prices, so its still really good!Edit- they just increased their prices for their sponge cakes. It went from $.85 to $1 for regular and $1.25 for special flavors. Special flavors include coconut, green tea and chocolate chip. Still really good! I didnt really like the green tea as the green tea flavor wasnt that strong, but I did like the coconut one the best. Chocolate chip was ok.

Amazing little shop thats been in chinatown for a decade!! check it out

Best place for sponge cake delicacies. The sponge cakes are soft and Fluffy. They also come in different flavors. Definitely an addiction to the senses!

Great spot. Best sponge cake and milk tea in NYC.

Sponge cakes and coffee, nuff said.

This is known to be the FAKE sponge cake! The real one from back in the days is across the street!This place just uses the Chinese name, the cakes are dry and hard!!

Everyone was friendly and the little cakes were delicious!

Best ube sponge cakes around!

Love the atmosphere and the fantastic cakes! You should visit now!

Taste sooo soft

Great cakes.

A small cozy place few people know about. You can chill out with a cup of coffee and a cup cake with your friends to get away from the Chinatown madness. Theres TV for the sports people too. And the prices wont put a dent in your wallet.

Best spongecake. It was really cheap too, only 75 cents. Loved the signs on the wall too! Super funny!

Traditional store but cake is yummy and staff friendly

Two words: sponge cakes! I will have to go back to try other food items. I usually get at least 2 dozen of the cakes at a time. They have them boxed and ready to go. Consistently good. No frills coffee shop.

Favorite sponge cakes :)

Excellent spongy cake 🍰🍰🍰

I’ve been here many times throughout the years. My most favorite spot in Chinatown. Best BBQ pork bun around. Drink menu is superb. Overall delicious and the price is Great. Definitely a Jewel in Chinatown. A must visit. The Owner is real friendly and a great person. I am always warmly greeted - he is a real cool dude. A+++ Kam Hing Bakery

The best sponge cakes in town

The Kam Hing Coffee Shop located on Baxter Street in Chinatown of nyc have the best little sponge cakes.Famous for decades and known for its 1 item, the Sponge Cakes.Always light and airy, soft and moist and half the size of regular Sponge Cakes elsewhere, just the right amount for small eaters.

If you want a good first experience trying Chinese sponge cake, then this is the place to go! Im not sure what their secret is, but their sponge cakes are heavenly. Im not jumping on the bandwagon because trust me, I grew up eating sponge cakes. But these sponge cakes are really good. They have a little more chewiness than your traditional sponge cake and are super moist. The size of their sponge cakes are also much smaller, which means you can pop a few of these in one sitting. A big plus is also their variety of flavors. I always go for the regular because I appreciate the traditional flavor. I still like the traditional sponge cakes, but I will never say no to these!

Sponge cake, sponge cake, sponge cake! The best Chinese sponge cakes in New York (or anywhere to be frank). They come in a variety of flavors ranging from green tea to cinnamon chocolate chip. They’ve been around for quite sometime, recently moving to this larger space from across the street. If you’re ever in Chinatown, find your way here and grab a sponge cake with an iced coffee!

Best sponge cakes Many flavour s

One of the best and original sponge cakes in Chinatown. Still very affordable and doesnt make you overly full. Taste best when they come out hot from the oven when the top is extra crispy. Not overly sweet and has great flavor. Wanting to try something authentic? Come and get some!

Sponge cake good

I work right between Soho and Chinatown so Ive started coming over for an afternoon snack. The sponge cakes here are the best. Love the green tea flavor, the bitterness is strong but its sweet at the same time. A lot of different flavors... seems like they have some lunch options as well but have not tried them.

They were sold out of the sponge cake that was highly recommended by my friend and Chinatown native. Her parents made her swear not to tell anybody about this place. Unfortunately, I have a big mouth. One that I hope will have the sponge cake in it one of these days. She recommends the plane but it looks like it comes in a variety of flavors.

First off, their 5 star rating is only given to their cakes and the funny signs. I always get these cakes everytime I come to New York. They also have different flavors like green tea, cappuccino, coconut, and strawberry (if youre there on valentines day).

Pretty damn good sponge cake! Soft, fluffy and has egg taste. I had their green tea sponge cake and was alright- just stick to the original flavor! Would definitely come back. Only downside is that their sponge cake is on the smaller side compared to other Chinatown bakeries.

I work right between Soho and Chinatown so Ive started coming over for an afternoon snack. The sponge cakes here are the best. Love the green tea flavor, the bitterness is strong but its sweet at the same time. A lot of different flavors... seems like they have some lunch options as well but have not tried them.

Decent cheap Chinese Bakery to get a quick drink or snack. The sponge cakes are good! However, the place does look a little run down and older.

Love their sponge cakes, also comes in variety of flavors ( coconut, green tea, chocolate chip) Drink menu is also recommended. Definitely would come back.

Amazingly fluffy, moist sponge cake -- you can really taste the difference.I recommend sticking with the original flavor. I tried both that and the green tea version, and the green tea one was still good but just not as standout amazing as the original (it was drier, less soft and bouncy, etc).

An unassuming old traditional Hong Kong Styled cafe. The only thing I go for is their egg sponge cake which is the main attraction. Otherwise the other food of drinks are mediocre. Good place to stop by for a snack of sponge cake. Worth trying.

Great sponge cake!

This non-descriptive coffee shop down inside a hall could be easily missed unless you noticed the signage outside. It is a bare bones place with generic table and chairs and fluorescent lighting. There’s really not menu here and the sponge cake that they are known far is stowed away in plastic bins and just label drawers that might not be apparent on first glance. So you kind of have to know. I really like the sponge cake here. It is just the right size snack. They have a variety of flavor to pick but I usually stick with original and Green tea variant. Either way all of them are good no matter what you pick and the plus they are darn cheap. They are even good the next day with a morning coffee or tea.

I tried 3 sponge cake flavors - regular is 75 cents, and specialty flavored ones were 1.25 each (tried green tea and chocolate chip)They are fist sized, soft and very moist and tasty. The top is slightly crunchy.Its a larger hole-in-the wall place where you probably just want to pick up the cakes to-go, but they do have some seating.The man at the cashier was friendly.

So sad that you are Temporarily Closed. Please OPEN soon.

This may be the most hidden gem in Chinatown. Its just off the Main Street and so easy to miss until you see the Best sponge cake in NYC sign. Step inside. It looks like a sterile white cafeteria but they sell the BEST sponge cakes for $1.25 a piece. They switch the menu daily but if youre lucky, order the cinnamon or chocolate chip cakes. They have bursts of flavor inside. Its sooooooooo good!

I definitely would not have stepped into this place if it were not for the recommendation of my friend. The outside of the shop looks a bit worn down - and to be honest, as does the inside. But you go there for the super cheap sponge cakes, which are delicious! The sponge cakes are individual portions, and are not too sweet, but are incredibly fluffy and soft. The also have almond cookies, which are also very good but are very crumbly (youve been warned). They also serve savory dishes which I have not tried, but definitely piqued my curiosity.

A friend of mine took me to this place years ago because sponge cakes are amazing! Theirs are fresh out of the oven warm and light. Super delightful and I love that they havent hiked up their prices. It used to be a hole in the wall across the street, now its an even bigger hole in the wall with a seating area. That means its even more amazing!New York is constantly changing and its places like this little bakery that evokes nostalgia and a sense that there is still something authentic about NYC.

Amazing little coffee shop in Chinatown. Have the best sponge cake at a very reasonable price. Do visit to try the sponge cake and some local stuff

Great spot for milk tea and sponge cakes. It’s a MUST in Chinatown, anytime of the year. If you see lots of Chinese in there it means it’s good

It was very good i enjoyed the butterscotch sponge cake so much now they also have lunch specials that are good i will be going back for more cake and lunch

Ive only tried their sponge cakes. Well, thats what theyre known and theyre pretty good. I like the various flavors they have and I like them all. The decor of this place is pretty eclectic and the signs do put a smile on my face.