Nice little coffee window. No line when I stopped by at around 2 PM on a weekend…read more Iced oat milk latte and mini hazelnut donut were both great!

Balancero is good, yes, but does it deserve all the hype that it gets? IMHO, no. The croissants…read moreare good, but absolutely nothing out of the ordinary & doesn't warrant a line in my eyes. I do, however, love the vanilla custard-filled mini donuts. I also got the Assam tea which was pretty good but again, nothing special. If I go back it would solely be for the mini donuts.

They have Decaf Espresso Beans!! This is life-changing for someone who likes to taste of coffee,…read morebut sensitive to caffeine & asks for a "1 shot" latte please (ashamed voice). The barista said that she likes the blend also and she usually doesn't like decaf. This café is very tiny and easy to miss. Just off of the N/Broadway stop on a lively block of Vendy Award winning Palestinian falafel plates, OG "diner" Sanford's, bakeries, & Japanese Market nearby. I got the seasonal Orange Blossom Latte ($8) and it delicious. Got 1/2 1/2 (1 shot regular espresso & added 1 decaf) The syrup had a medium sweet - floral flavor and ($0 charge) oatmilk was medium creamy. The drink had a lot of berry / fruit undertones. I'm curious about their main location's tasting events because unlike companies that say their coffee, wine, tea have flavor profiles - this 2nd visit to kinship shows the work that goes into their product. (Hope their current wage & staff problems get sorted out..)

Incredible speciality latte. Obsessed with their Autumn Spice drink. Couple of seasonal menu items,…read moresmall selection of pastries. Cute cafe for grab & go, no where to sit and enjoy. Kind staff members.

Just tried this place for the first time and it won't be my last! Big fan of their pandebono (yuca)…read morebread. It reminded me of a sweet croissant, and is gluten free! I can't wait to try more goodies because they have a nice gluten free selection! If you're gluten free and looking for baked goods, go to 3 Coffee!

I love all things carbs BUT when you put bread and cheese together I am in heaven!…read more This is the best Colombian bakery in Queens hands down. Everything is freshly made on premises and the service is amazing. The girls are always so sweet and welcoming. They are conveniently located a few doors down from Planet Fitness on Steinway Street so when I walk to the gym every morning between 6-7AM, you get that smell of fresh baked bread and coffee. It is heaven! I always get the three cheese breads for $5; which are the perfect size to have with a cup of coffee in the mornings or a slice of pionono; which is the perfect size dessert. I even got a whole pionono; which can be between 7-9 slices (depends how thick you cut the slices) for I believe $26 a couple of months ago for a family gathering. They loved it! Definitely my go to place for a cheesy carb fix in the morning!

Not the best experience. I think it would really help if each baked good had a label…read more As a first time customer, I had to ask many questions to understand what was in each item, including whether there were nuts, gluten, or almond flour, and whether items were sold by the slice or whole, and at what price. While regular customers may already know this information, having to ask so many questions made the experience less enjoyable. I hope this feedback is helpful, as clearer labeling would make a big difference for new customers.

Stopped by in the morning, and welcomed to a plethora of delicious patties and plenty of seating. I…read moregrabbed a cappuccino, and the ratio of espresso to milk was perfect. Would definitely stop by again to chat with a friend and try some of their sweets!

Very cute! The space is great, clean with big windows and space well-utilized for seating. It was a…read morelittle busy on a Saturday but had a good amount of turnover. I haven't tried the food but it looked good. Extensive drink menu. I had the Rooh Afza matcha, the rose syrup was nice but not overpowering and the matcha was a nice green color, I definitely felt the caffeine kick! Our group of four stayed for a while to chat so I went up to buy the last banana pudding. The woman working took it in the back to add more fresh banana on top and we all enjoyed splitting it. They have a solid range of desserts and pastries on display. There's $2.50 cucumber tea sandwiches or Lipton tea with lemon if you're looking to be a very cheap date. It's hard for a cafe to compete with the pink chai down the block when I'm going out of my way to come to this part of the neighborhood, but for somewhere to work, read or hang with a friend I would definitely choose First Cup, and I will be back for more banana pudding and another fun latte.

Very nice quiet lowkey cafe in the neighborhood. The service and americano were great.read more

STOP scrolling and go to Elm Roastery. Seriously. My wife and I walked in on a whim and walked out…read moreready to move in permanently. This place is a vibe -- warm, buzzy, effortlessly cool, the kind of spot where you sink into your seat and suddenly two hours have vanished and you're totally okay with it. Now let's talk drinks, because WOW. The blueberry spritz? Sunshine in a glass. Bright, fizzy, refreshing, perfectly balanced -- not a drop too sweet -- and gone way too fast because we couldn't stop sipping. And the espresso martini... stop what you're doing. Rich, silky, with a real coffee punch and that gorgeous cloud of foam on top. Easily one of the best I've ever had. These people don't make drinks, they make magic. And the service? Off the charts. The staff were warm, attentive, genuinely passionate, and treated us like regulars from the second we walked in. Not one detail missed -- from the first hello to the last glorious sip. Elm Roastery didn't just win us over, it won us for life. Two devoted new regulars, reporting for duty. FIVE ENORMOUS STARS.

Elm Roastery is a must-visit if you live in Queens and want a really good matcha or specialty latte…read morewithout making the trip to LIC or Astoria. The drinks are consistently well made, reasonably priced, and easy to come back for. The café is also very accommodating if you want to stay awhile, whether that means catching up with a friend or getting some work done on your laptop. Elm has become one of those reliable neighborhood spots that is easy to recommend, and I would happily keep coming back.

This spot was truly a hidden gem for me in LIC since it's right by the water and there are many…read moreplaces surrounding it. Cafe by day and drinks by night! I came here back in 2025 and was so impressed by how beautiful the atmosphere was and the spanish music they played that night was incredible. My friend and I tried the espresso martinis and they were so so good. Definitely recommend for a girls night or if you're looking to wind down for a drink. I really want to come back and explore more of their cafe items during the day!

I came here to get some coffee and work done, and it's a pretty solid spot! The inside of the cafe…read moreis fairly small but there's quite a few tables, and an area ("The laptop area") for you to get your work done. Service here is quick and the barista was nice. I just got a drip coffee and it was pretty solid. The cafe offers free wifi and there's also a bathroom, so it's a good place to study or do work. Would come back.

The service and prices are the best in the city. The drinks are amazing. As soon as I step in I…read morefelt the family vibes. Great place.

Good : Food good, drinks good, young vibe…read more Bad : smaller portion for drinks compared to other cafes, too many local heavy smokers