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Allston’s everyday favorite for pork floss buns, egg tarts, and celebration cakes. Frequently included in Eater’s Allston/Brighton bakery roundups and praised by local media, it anchors the neighborhood’s diverse, student-fueled food scene.
Sweet & savory buns, cakes, cookies, and traditional mooncakes
112 Brighton Ave, Allston, MA 02134 Get directions
$1–10
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