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Where to Eat in Manhattan, New York: Guava Donuts
This guide turns Try these summer desserts #food from Brandon Hayes into a practical food map with 10 saved spots around Manhattan, Crown Heights, and Greenpoint. The mapped places include an art studio, a bakery stop, a cafe stop, and a donut shop. Use it to understand the places, dishes, and trip context before saving the map in Varedelo.
What the creator captured
Brandon Hayes explored a variety of unique desserts across New York, ranging from pastry-inspired ice cream to viral Michelin-star pies. He specifically highlighted the mango sticky rice parfait from Matcha Cafe as potentially his favorite dessert of the summer season. He was also highly impressed by the clean ingredients in Incena's homemade cookies, admitting he finished an entire box.
What this map is good for
- Planning a bakery stop or short itinerary in Manhattan.
- Comparing food stops from a creator or saved local map before you commit time in the city.
- Saving 10 mapped spots into Varedelo so the list stays usable on the ground.
- Using the original video as context, then turning it into a clean place-by-place map.
Featured spots on this map
- Bodega City
Fast Food Restaurant in 139 Havemeyer St, Brooklyn, NY 11211, USA, Williamsburg, New York, United States
Hours: Hours available - Bob & Betty's Food Market
Grocery Store in 805 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238, USA, Crown Heights, New York, United States
Hours: Hours available - Lingo
Womens Clothing Store in 229 Mott St, New York, NY 10012, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Hours: Hours available - Peter Pan Donut & Pastry Shop
Donut Shop in 727 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222, USA, Greenpoint, New York, United States
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available - CENA BROOKLYN
Mexican Restaurant in 601 Greenwood Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11218, USA, Windsor Terrace, New York, United States
Price level: Medium
Hours: Hours available - MATCHA HOUSE
Cafe in 203 E 10th St, New York, NY 10003, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Hours: Hours available - Little Cupcake Bakeshop
Bakery in 270 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10014, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Hours: Hours available - Mishik
Japanese Restaurant in 259A Hudson St, New York, NY 10013, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States
Price level: Moderate
Hours: Hours available - Gloss
Art Studio in 137 W 25th St 9th floor, New York, NY 10001, USA, Manhattan, New York, United States - Mr P's Homemade Ice Cream
Ice Cream Shop in 1397 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11226, USA, Little Haiti, New York, United States
Price level: Cheap
Hours: Hours available
Food notes from the video
- Peach pastry-inspired ice cream
- Blueberry corn croissant
- Cosmic brownie tres leches
- Strawberry shortcake tres leches
- Japanese pancake with caramelized apple
- Amalfi lemon dessert with torched marshmallow
- Homemade cookies
- Lemon blueberry meringue pie
- 2 more included in the app.
Experiences captured
- Sampled pastry-inspired ice cream from Betty Joe's
- Visited Ready Your Bakery for croissants
- Tried tres leches at Bodega City
- Ate Japanese pancakes at Lingo
- Experienced refreshing summer desserts at Glace
- Ordered homemade cookies from Incena
- Tasted Michelin star chef's viral pies
- Visited Peter Pan Donut & Pastry Shop
Planning notes for New York
Hudson Square, located in Lower Manhattan, is bounded by Clarkson Street to the north, Canal Street to the south, the Hudson River to the west, and Sixth Avenue to the east. Historically known as the Printing District.
Must-try foods nearby
- Farro Salad at Charlie Bird
Widely considered the neighborhood's most iconic dish, this vibrant salad combines nutty farro with roasted tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, radish. - The 'Ear Burger' at The Ear Inn
Served at one of the oldest operating drinking establishments in New York City (dating back to 1817), this classic, no-frills burger is a rite of passage for locals. - Littleneck Clam Pizza at Pasquale Jones
Emerging from the signature wood-burning ovens, this white pie features fresh littleneck clams, heavy garlic, lemon, and parsley. - Freshly Scooped Tofu at En Japanese Brasserie
A refined staple of the neighborhood, this tofu is prepared fresh several times a night and served warm right out of the pot. - Rose Pistachio Bun at Librae Bakery
This Middle Eastern-influenced 'third culture' bakery has become a 2026 sensation.
When to go: The best time to visit Hudson Square is during the shoulder seasons of May to June and September to October.
Local tips
- Walk with a sense of purpose and step to the side if you need to check your phone or a map to avoid blocking busy pedestrian traffic.
- Utilize the Freeman Plaza East and West green spaces for solar-powered charging stations and a quiet break from the industrial streetscape.
- Be prepared for heavy congestion and 'don't block the box' enforcement near the Holland Tunnel entrance during peak afternoon rush hours.
- Follow standard New York dining customs by tipping between 18% and 22% for table service at the neighborhood's many trendy cafes and bistros.
What travelers are noticing
- Cove: A new Golden State-inspired restaurant by Chef Flynn McGarry featuring sleek wood styling and an open kitchen.
- Hudson Square Color Walk: A new interactive public art trail developed by Color Factory featuring multi-sensory installations.
- Little Sixth Avenue Plaza: A newly opened 4,000-square-foot pedestrian space featuring large-scale asphalt murals by local artists.
Extra place context
- Mishik
A modern Japanese destination specializing in progressive Edomae-style sushi. It offers a unique neighborhood experience by blending high-quality fish with a vibrant atmosphere that often includes live jazz.
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Official tourism resource
The official destination marketing organization and visitor guide for the five boroughs of New York City, including Manhattan.
Planning questions
Where did Brandon Hayes eat in Manhattan, New York?
This guide maps all 10 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in Manhattan, New York.
What are the must-try foods in Manhattan, New York?
Creator picks from the video include Peach pastry-inspired ice cream, Blueberry corn croissant, Cosmic brownie tres leches, Strawberry shortcake tres leches. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.
Can I save these spots to use on my trip?
Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.
Use it on your trip
Save this food map before you go
Keep the mapped spots, creator context, food notes, and planning details together. Varedelo turns the page into a phone-friendly map you can revisit when you are choosing where to go.