Delicious warmed pastry (in oven not microwave) and a cha that hit the spot as the morning sun…read morewashed in. Such a nice vibe set by Also, check out their paletas by La Newyorkina! Such great flavors: Horchata, mango raspberry, passion fruit, pineapple mint, Mexican chocolate.

Really good espresso coffees, excellent selection of sweet and savory pastries. I really appreciate…read morethat they keep similar looking meat and vegetarian pastries nowhere near each other, so you can be confident there won't be a mix up. There's room for a few people to sit indoors but unfortunately no restroom (a common problem in this neighborhood). Friendly service; the poor guy had to deal with customers that were having full Bluetooth conversations while ordering, as well as those who ignored him when he asked if their pets were service animals. Don't be that customer, just tie your animal outside for the 5 mins it takes to make your order so that the store doesn't risk citations.

5 Stars because the coffee is bangin', the sandwiches are perfect (get them on a croissant when you…read morecan,) location divine, etc. But the service makes me not want to go. I've been a regular here for 5 years and they've never once been friendly to me. My friends from LA comment on it every time they're here, and that's saying something. Also there's a certain barista who when I request milk for my cold brew they hand me the entire gallon jug to pour myself. It's hella weird and I simply stopped ordering milk. I get that this area has a slightly higher population of entitled assholes and you probably get a lot of them being a cute neighborhood coffee shop but I do wish there was more of a cute neighborly vibe actually occurring during interactions with the staff. Would be remiss not to mention the fig jam blondie, she's decadent perfection. One of said LA friends is also obsessed w/ the sesame butterscotch cookies and I always bring him one when I pick him up from the airport!!!

The food and coffee are some of the best I've had, and the coffee is easily the best in the Windsor…read moreTerrace area. Fairly priced as well. Here's my issue: The baristas are rude as hell and actively ignore you even when you are attempting *politely* to get their attention (e.g. quiet eye contact, not "HEY EXCUSE ME"). Even during off-hours while people aren't lining up out the door, they act as if you are an imposition. Baristas: get a grip. I work a counter service food job (for over five years) where I am cashier, cook and porter making less than minimum wage and I still don't act like y'all. Did I mention I am burnt-out beyond belief? Either I'm a superhero or y'all need an attitude adjustment - I think I know the answer. I tip $2 on a $6 coffee (33%!), be cordial. The five stars are to help negate the reviews the conservative snowflakes are posting about the gender-neutral language sign. If you are one of said snowflakes: please throw yourself into the closest DSNY wood chipper.

I love the ambiance here, very cute with all the plants and cozy with just a few tables available,…read morebut I went when it was pretty empty so easy to find a nice spot. Chill music playing, not too aggressive so it was easy to work. The earl grey almond cake was tasty but a little stodgy, I think I'd maybe get a drink next time instead! The person working there told me they were closing at 3:30, but online it said 4:30, so just be aware that hours are subject to change.

Small and cute little cafe but not much seating. They serve the standard range of espresso drinks…read moresuch as lattes. They also have variety of non dairy milks including oat milk! I enjoyed the dirty chai oat latte a lot. The chai latte comes unsweetened but feel free to add some simple syrup! There are also a variety of pastries to choose from- no vegan options though. I had my drink to stay in a ceramic cup to cut down on waste. Very cozy and intimate environment.

I stopped by Cotton Bean to have some breakfast before starting my day. It was my first time…read morevisiting, and it was unfortunate that I had frequented this area often and never noticed this cafe. It's small with plenty of seating, both indoor and outdoor. I ordered a bacon, egg, cheese, and avocado sandwich that was so good. It came with a small salad, and I also ordered a lavender mint drink, which was so refreshing. They do not offer Wi-Fi on weekends, and you cannot sit at the only booth table available with laptops or iPads. I love that they do this because it is annoying, especially on the weekends when people order a coffee or something small and sit for hours on their laptops, not allowing someone else to sit.

Super cute cafe! I swung by to grab a cold brew while out for a walk, and it was delightful!…read moreService was very friendly, and the interior had a few tables set up. I appreciated that they had dedicated laptop-free areas to ensure people who wanted to sit and catch up with friends had the space to do so. While I didn't get any food, there were some amazing looking options on the menu. Will bring my appetite next time!

Very nice, comfortable coffee shop with good coffee and pastries. A real gem! They let us bring the…read morepooch inside also. A+

As an avid visitor to Brooklyn Botanic Garden and Prospect Park, I'm always looking to dine…read moresomewhere new and don't mind walking off the beaten path. When I do this; I usually find " buried restaurant treasure". On a recent visit to Prospect Park, I decided to try a different place and got off the B16 at Caton and Coney Island Avenue. The place: Lark Cafe. I was in a mood to cheat and have a toasted wheat bagel with scallion cream cheese and a Chai. I got almost everything, except, wheat was sold out and chose sesame bagel. As I waited, I wanted to check out the adjoining ice cream shop that sells Jane's ice cream, made in the heart of the Hudson Valley. I will return for a future cheat. Jane's is known for popular flavors as Killer Chocolate, Blue Zoo, Unicorn Cake. My order was ready and one bite of the bagel: heaven! The bagel was toasted to perfection and the scallion cc was delicious. And what a generous schmear! The Chai was light and frothy. As I devoured, patrons around me were typing on their computers enjoying Stumptown coffee and iced tea. LC offers a variety of tasty options: whitefish on a bagel, smoked salmon, cheddar chive biscuits, tea bread, croissants, doughnuts.. The ambience is relaxed and there is a book nook if you need a good read. Lark also hosts private events and for families there are sing along and story times. The service is kind and my bagel was absolutely made with TLC. I left Lark happy and walked straight to Prospect Park. Off the beaten path is always full of nice surprises! "We believe in the power of kindness and of little deeds that make a person's day. We believe in community and creativity. We believe in indulgence and enjoyment. We believe in relaxing and reviving. We believe in good business and good people."- Lark Take B16 Lefferts Garden Bound and get off on Caton Avenue and Coney Island Avenue, @5 minute walk.

Cool place great coffee and overall good vibes I'd come back for sure give them a shot!read more

I loved ELK cafe. First of all, it was the little things,…read morelike going out of his way to hold the door for my wife and newborn. Second, they have a great selection of food and coffee - they make delicious lattes. The vibe was perfect - nice and quiet. Don't go there if you're having a spirited debate. I enjoyed their little backyard area. It made for a fulfilling trip.

Cute little place together grab a coffee or a drink. Loved…read morethat they have tables that have signs that say "No Laptops." That keeps people from overstaying and helps those that want to grab a coffee and chat for a bit. CA should definitely start doing that. Most coffee shops have no tables due to everyone staying for an extended time. I got the basil lemonade that is seasonal. It was interesting to say the least. Wasn't a huge fan but was refreshing. Sad that we went after having a meal. Their food looked delicious. Next time when in NY, going to try and stop by to get some of their food.

We were walking around looking for a cafe with food options to dine in. Someone overheard us and…read morerecommended this place and said it was only a few blocks away. Unfortunately we should have not listened to them. What we ordered: - 2 matcha lattes with vanilla syrup - 1 chai latte - Avocado toast (whole order) - Roast Chicken Sandwich The matcha lattes were purely just milk. You can tell by the photo that the "matcha" was not very concentrated at all. Honestly the vanilla couldn't even help it. I did not finish my drink even though I tried. In one of the matchas they left a piece of the bamboo matcha whisk. The toast for the avocado toast was very tough to eat and cut, especially the crust area. The chicken sandwich was their one redeeming item, very tasty and fresh. I will not return and won't be recommending.

This is my go-to coffee shop when I'm working remotely or need a little pick-me-up while running…read moreerrands. Favorites on the Menu: - I love their chai latte. For breakfast, I order the avocado toast (minus the almonds) or a bagel. The Space: - Clean and well-maintained - Indoor tables and outdoor seating - The baristas are friendly Good to Know: - Tea comes with a free refill - Wi-Fi is strong in the front, but it can get weaker toward the back - Be sure to grab a stamp card. After a few drinks, you'll earn a free beverage Overall, give this cafe a try!

This is going to be a quick one but sometimes those are great am I right? So I was down in the…read moreLittle Caribbean on a work assignment and before the day got underway the Team Lead offered up some coffee for the rest of us and I'm not one to refuse a hot cup of coffee on a cold winters day. This work we were doing was outside and I was glad to be wearing the thermals that day. So into Little Roy Coffee we went and I had to say that the overall vibe of the place appealed to me. In the front were several tables and people were working on their laptops so I am assuming that there was some kind of complimentary Wi-Fi signal to partake in. The counter itself was sizable and had some snacks for customers to purchase as well but for me it was all about a simple cup of coffee. The staffer served me quickly and this made sense since all I was getting was a regular coffee. No macha docka swirling cinnamon essence with mint leaves and such. Easy peezy lemon squeezy. The station for sugars was off to the side so I prepped mine to spec and moved along over to the work site. This seemed like a good place to chill and have some conversation with friends or colleagues and since the coffee hit the spot for me on this super cold winter day they got a Yelp out of my all too brief experience. Hey one can always use an additional Yelp review on their profile and I love sharing photos from pretty much everywhere I go. Thanks for a good experience Little Roy, I can't say if I will ever be back here as the Little Caribbean is not an area that I frequent at all but you did good and others should know this.