Wing Sheng Bakery — Restaurant in Falls Church

I was on the hunt for moon cakes in the DC area, when I found this bakery. They had 9 different types! And all were fresh from oven and very delicious. After talking with the young lady at the register, she shared that over the last 6 years fewer and fewer Chinese bakeries are making moon cakes because they are complicated and expensive. However, she said they continue to have good business because they bake theirs fresh without any preservatives (a sad reality about a lot of packaged baked goods shipped from overseas). I bought 4 of them and they were beautiful and delicious. They were the right density and not too sweet! I showed my parents and they were...

This Cantonese bakery tucked away inside Good Fortune grocery is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Hong Kong-style pastries. They're known for their fragrant egg tarts, but their selection also includes Portuguese custard tarts, mooncakes, and a variety of other delectable treats. Best enjoyed with a warm cup of tea, these pastries are baked fresh throughout the day, ensuring you always get the freshest flavors. On top of that, the friendly staff is always happy to answer your questions and help you choose the perfect...

My sister and I got the Hong Kong style egg tart, the glutinous rice flour wrapped in fried dough and the red bean and mango mochi. The egg tart is no joke and is so silky. The fried dough was tasty but could easily feed 2-3 people. The mochi however, wow. I’ve missed good mochi since going to Japan and this is the perfect consistency. The coconut on the outside is an...