Summer Drinks Guide

Written by Welcome to Chinatown

Summer’s just around the corner, and what better way to soak up the sunshine than with our Chinatown Summer Guide Series?

We’re kicking things off with our team’s go-to spots for refreshing iced drinks—featuring everything from local gems to tea houses and new bakeries. All right here in Manhattan’s Chinatown!

Sweets Bakery

135 Walker St

No-frills destination for stuffed Asian buns , sweets, and drinks

Photo: Yelp

Miss Du's Tea Shop

33 Pell St

Tea shop that offers a wide selections of refreshing drinks

Photo: Google Review

Sugarcane Daddy

87 Baxter St

Go-to destination for freshly pressed sugarcane juice

Photo: Instagram

U&M Cafe Bakery

303 Grand St

New bakery on the block that serves pastries and coffee

Photo: Google Review

Harper’s Bread House

271 Grand St

Bakery offering onigiri, Chinese baked goods, and drinks

Photo: Instagram

Spongies Cafe

121 Baxter St

Bakery specializing in fluffy sponge cakes with unique flavors

Photo: Instagram

Ten Ren’s Tea Time

73 Mott St

Teahouse serving traditional teas, bubble teas, and herbal blends

Photo: Instagram

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Welcome to Chinatown is a grassroots initiative to support Chinatown businesses following the rapid decline in business as a result of COVID-19 and increased xenophobia. Welcome to Chinatown serves as a free voice to generate much needed momentum for one of New York City's most vibrant neighborhoods, and offers resources to launch a new revenue stream during this unprecedented time.

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