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    Forever Coffee

    4.0 (110 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Bacon, Egg, Cheese on a bagel with a matcha latte
    Jeanne M.

    BEC was good but a little pricy ($9.75). I arrived and the cashier was in the bathroom, so I waited a bit and when she came out she wasn't super attentive. She spelled my name wrong when I spelled it out for her, and when I asked for an iced latte she asked me if I wanted it hot. And then after paying, I was waiting for my receipt and she was on her phone. So it didn't set the right tone for me. Regardless, my food came out quickly. But next time I'd order ahead of time. Ambiance is chill. There were some people working on their laptops and reading. But it's also a tight space. I was planning to do work too, but ended up taking my food to go because it felt too cramped. But if it works for you, do it.

    Roberto H.

    I really enjoyed this location. The food was delicious. Everyone loved what they got. The coffee was great too. I got a cold brew and had it black. It had a lot of great flavor. There is plenty of seating and the staff was friendly. It is a great spot to pop in every now and again.

    Aleena A.

    Ube latte and salted pretzel chocolate chip cookies! Great spot with very friendly and efficient staff. Bathroom is also clean. Great pit stop can't wait to return.

    Paul S.

    The epitome of the perfect local coffee spot with solid pastries and food options too! Location: This sliver of cafe/restaurant is along a busy stretch of on 181st and at the beginning of Bennett Ave near Broadway. When you walk in, there is a long wooden table with two signs that read about no laptops enjoy your coffee and food. I like the vibe in this place. You can grab and go but there is a welcoming atmosphere to stay and hang out. The ordering area is quite narrow so I would recommend holding back if someone is ordering because space is a premium. Food and drink: They get their pastries and bagels fresh and have excellent products. I have not had their breakfast or lunch items but they are tempting to order. I like that they have different seasonal drink specials with Matcha, pumpkin spice, and the latest and greatest varieties. Their best quality is that they fill your cup to the rim with a latte now we have all had a foam heavy latte and feel less than satisfied but they are so diligent in their execution on their drinks. Service: I always feel welcome and enjoy the low key vibe of this place. They know how treat people. Sum-up: Cue the over used cliche but hey they are a hidden gem or just a straight up gem and thank them for creating a welcoming neighborhood spot.

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    Ashley A.

    Forever coffee has a super cozy environment and friendly employees! I met a friend here for a quick bite, I had a bacon egg and cheese bagel and a cold brew. The bacon egg and cheese was tasty and filling. Bacon was a bit chewy. Im not much of a coffee lover but I wanted to taste the cold brew with caramel and it was pretty good! I found the price of the bagel to be very expensive but my belly was full and satisfied. My friend got an avocado toast with some hash browns and she enjoyed her meal!

    Delicious coffee, order taken begrudgingly . Not a warm welcome at all.It gave chills vibes just not open or welcoming.

    Not too friendly or welcoming. Delicious coffee though, almond croissant mid. Chill and light convo vibe but not open. Truly felt a "what are you doing here vibe" . Four people behind me got served before me. Despite asking my name when I ordered. Batista just placed the drink in the counter - no name call- just a blank dry stare. ‍so I left to enjoy in my car. I probably won't go back , I think that was the point ‍

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    Allison M.

    The sweetest little coffee shop I found on one my walks through the city. The crowd seemed to ebb and flow so don't be discouraged if it looks busy. It will shift fast. Got a latte with almond milk and it was delicious and well made. Perfect size and flavor. Also got a bagel and cream cheese with egg (don't knock it until you've tried it) and they didn't even charge me extra. It was delicious. Great little environment and work space. Big tables and cozy spaces too.

    Brioche BEC
    Allison C.

    I first visited Forever Coffee back on my occasional work days at the 168th Campus of NYP in 2019 & (early!) 2020; yes, it was a wee bit out of the way, but I dug the vibe. Now that I have moved back up to this neighborhood again, I have been a regular visitor. I am not a coffee drinker, but am thankful for their good chai and matcha lattes, including their seasonal spins on them; they make an iced strawberry matcha well! Their in-house food items are fantastic, from crispy falafels stuffed in pita to their decadent BEC on thick brioche bread. The staff has always been welcoming and take the time to get to know the customers, regulars and one-timers alike. (Shout out to Sequoia and Jacob!) I always feel welcomed, and there is a nice sense of community in there; I've become friendly with some of the other regular customers; it's nice to talk to folks for a few minutes, even when I'm grabbing and going with my drink. Sometimes, it's the only human interaction I'll have on any given day! My mere complaint would be their matcha lattes occasionally have clumps at the bottom, depending on the barista working the coffee bar. It's not enough of a reason for me to ever say "no" to this place, ha! I'm seeing a few reviews noting Forever Coffee's "no laptop" policy, something I am ambivalent about, but I am happy that this helps foster a sense of a coffee shop...you know, a place to drink coffee or tea and have conversations with folks. Coffeeshops aren't supposed to be synonymous with doing work, necessarily. (Trust me when I say there are ample signs throughout the cafe noting this, I've been coming here for five years.) Also, there is a nice little outdoor section to enjoy, perfect for us folks that do not currently dine indoors due to the pandemic. :-)

    Veggie Burrito
    Emily P.

    Forever Coffee Bar is a tiny coffee shop/cafe tucked in between the abundance of delis and cell phone stores off of 181st and Broadway. I was craving something different than my usual Starbucks order and stumbled upon Forever as a solid choice for coffee and breakfast. It doesn't look like they do delivery so I ordered for pickup and took a nice walk over. We ordered the Honey Vanilla Cinnamon latte, a veggie burrito, and a custom-built sandwich. The HVC latte was delicious, but definitely needs an extra shot as it can be a bit too light for us coffee veterans. The veggie burrito was filling and flavorful! The custom-built sandwich on sourdough with hash browns on the inside was the bomb.com. Highly recommend. The service was sweet and my order was ready exactly when promised. I do wish they offered delivery but I'll continue to do pickup as their food and coffee will keep me coming back.

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    Their cookies and baked goods are quite good. Try the sprinkle/birthday cookie! Nice addition to the neighborhood.

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    I had been a regular customer for some time. I have found that the baristsas are not as friendly as the ones previously hired.

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    Top 3 cafes in the area! Their bagels are always stacked and finger licking delicious

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    I like the bacon egg and cheese on an everything bagel with chipotle mayo. They load it up. Matcha latte is great.

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