Island Express

I love Mia's Bakery. I went so many times during my two months in Brooklyn and even came back a…read moremonth later just to have it again. I've been to both locations--the Times Square one is much smaller, but the Brooklyn location is amazing with a nice sit-down area. I always go back to my favorite, the tres leches cupcakes. I've also tried the lobster tail--it's delicious. Definitely loved it!

Stopped by early Saturday morning to pick up some Blackout Cake slices for a birthday. There is…read moremetered parking in front and residential parking on close by. I had no problem finding parking. They had a few people ordering at the front, and a few people eating in the back. I perused the available cake (and pie) slices and other smaller baked goods, but did not see the Blackout Cake Slice! When I asked the staff, they regretfully informed me that they did not have slices that day, so I went with the next best option... an 8" cake! I didn't get any writing on the cake, as I already had a Happy Birthday candle, and I didn't want to add extra icing to the cake. I liked how well they package the cake. The box was large enough, and they line the bag with a thin piece of cardboard to stabilize the box. I'm not a big sweets person, but I enjoyed the chocolate-y richness of the cake. The cake itself was moist and the pudding held everything together well. I would be back to try their Strawberry Shortcake and other desserts.

Tiramisu

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Baby Shark cake

Radio Bakery

4.5(389 reviews)

5.9 mi•Greenpoint

Food/drinks: sooo good! Unique flavors and everything we ordered was a hit. I'd come again for the…read moresavory croissants and their sandwiches!! Huge portions as well! I wouldn't wait in a long line for it though Also very unique, flavorful chocolate croissant, it is heavy heavy on the chocolate Atmosphere: tiny and cramped and usually a line, good for to go and has 4 bar seats and a few small tables outside Service: fast! Usually a line but I got lucky Price: pricey but worth it for size and quality

Croissants: 5/5 triple chocolate $8- so flaky but so good,…read moredark chocolatey, wish there was more chocolate in it 4/5 pistachio $8- really good, not disgustingly sweet altho I can do a bit less sweet in the cream, crunchy, flaky, powdery sweet 4/5 scallion sesame twist $6.5- yum, love anything w/ scallion &/or sesame, well balanced flavors, not too salty 4/5 sandwiches- focaccia is so good, tastes like pizza bread, wanted smoked salmon but they were out of, wish they had halal or more non-pork options, wanna try some of the tomato ones next time 3/5 stone fruit & custard $8- where's the custard? Strawberry? is glazed in super sweet syrup, wish it was less sweet 3/5 cheesy pretzel bearclaw $6.5- cheese too salty, wuda been great otherwise 3/5 iced peach tea $4.50- unsweetened, wuda been great w/ a bit of sweetener but decent otherwise

French Onion Soup Tart.

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Classic Croissant (~$5)

Radio Bakery

4.5(124 reviews)

2.0 mi•Prospect Heights

Everyone loves it for a reason. Delicious and unique breakfast pastries…read more Can get very busy. We went mid-week and had a short line when we arrived but was long around 11:30 for the lunch sandwiches. Recommend for sure

As much as I'd love to be a contrarian and claim Radio is overhyped, that the people camping out…read moreare ridiculous, etc etc, I have to admit I'm not always a unique snowflake and sometimes the masses are right. This is my favorite type of place - one where you can tell everything is done with intention. I rave about this place to everyone who will listen, including the random bro I met at prospect park today who said I should be a brand ambassador for how passionately I spoke about the turkey pesto sandwich. Radio...give me a call I'd love to talk biz. Additional notes: staff are always in high spirits + line moves incredibly fast + only thing I've had here that is subpar is the coffee.

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Cinnamon bun

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Cardamom Darjeeling morning bun

Takahachi Bakery

4.5(30 reviews)

4.5 mi•Bushwick

Was waiting for a friend in the area and decided to grab a snack while waiting. Had the curry…read morecroquet and the iced hojicha and enjoyed them both and it was less than $6.50. Clean and they have restrooms for customers. I saw people getting onigiri and it seemed popular. There's limited seating and some standing room at tables.

DELICIOUS!!! Had the tofu salad, so many different sides in it and good price! Matcha latte also…read moredelicious. Pre-prepped so they take it right out of the fridge, but tastes super fresh and the oat milk is creamy and perfect amount of sweetness. Also got the cream cheese puff and it was magical as well as the black sesame pudding. Super rich and filling. Maybe good to share. Service fast as everything is ready made. Vibes of the place are good, standing tables and some chairs at a bar.

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Cream puff

Le Petit Monstre

4.4(96 reviews)

3.4 mi•Clinton Hill

FOOD:the menu at the time we went was sparse, but held breakfast and lunch items. I had the vegan…read morechicken on a brioche with red cabbage, tomato soup atopped with pumpkin seeds. Both were delivered hot. Very tasty. AMBIENCE: quiet chatter with parishioners reading, writing and eating. Spacious with small tables and booths. There was music, but barely heard. WAIT STAFF: pleasant, efficient. BATHROOM: one. large enough for a small wheelchair. clean. One issue we encountered: a dog was allowed in the restaurant. Handicapped accessible. Street parking

The place is huge and has a large variety of pastries. The pastries were decent enough and they're…read moreall vegan, had to double check that with the servers. We got the breakfast sandwiches and they weren't anything special but we were hungry. Pastries were decent. The server was a bit standoff and hostile. They ignored us as we were trying to get their attention and it wasn't like they were busy.

3.1 mi•Bedford Stuyvesant

Produce and plants.

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The Black Cake Company

4.8(4 reviews)

Phenomenal cake and awesome customer service!…read more I traveled from out of town and was really hoping to bring home a delicious Black Cake. I called Ms. Angela last minute, and she went above and beyond to help me. She was incredibly kind and understanding, and to my surprise, she was able to provide me with a fresh Black Cake right away! The moment my daughter and I tasted it, we knew we had found something special. The cake is rich, moist, and perfectly spiced. Every bite is full of authentic flavor and pure delight. You can truly taste the love and tradition baked into it. Not only did I walk away with a great Black Cake but I also left feeling grateful for such warm and thoughtful customer service. I will absolutely be ordering again. Thank you, Ms. Angela. You have a lifelong customer!

My mother enjoyed the cake, but the customer service was lacking. Too bad because I would have…read moreordered again, but I'll take a pass. Still I wish them the best. Cheers.

4.7 mi•Williamsburg - North Side

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La Bicyclette Bakery

4.7(131 reviews)

Lovely French bakery! I was so happy to find this authentic French bakery on my NYC trip this…read moreweekend. Very nice selection of baked goods and beautifully shaped bread loaves. Staff was very friendly towards me both times I went. Such a cute little bakery too. Loved this place and will be back next time!

Is there anything better than a corner bakery with shelves of crispy baguettes and cases of sugary…read morepastries. Another banger of a pastry shop. Great folks running this place with a plethora of seasonal specials to satiate cravings for all. An apple tart hit the spot for me. Not too sweet, and a perfectly buttery, flaky crust to round it all out. Superb execution, attention to detail, and flavor

Blueberry Pastry Cream (~$5)

Croissant Amande Choco (~$5)

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Baguette

Buttermilk Bakeshop

4.3(386 reviews)

2.3 mi•Park Slope

Everything I have tried from Buttermilk Bakeshop is delicious. They make amazing custom cakes that…read moretaste scrumptious! Definitely my go to birthday bakery in Park Slope

Ughh so disappointed. Found this place off of Yelp and…read morewalked in to pick up a birthday cake. Went with the raspberry vanilla. It looks great and was excited to try buttermilk from all the great reviews, but was so disappointed when we tasted the cake. Icing was hard and extremely sweet, even the kiddos said it was too sweet. The inside cake was dense. I'm thinking the cake was old and was sitting in the fridge for a while. But for $47.50 I am disappointed.

4.7 mi•Williamsburg - North Side

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Martha's Country Bakery

4.2(1.2k reviews)

Kosher

Vegan friendly

We got a slice of the Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake and a slice of the Apple Crumb Pie…read more Both desserts we ordered were excellent. We would definitely go back to this place next time we are in NY. The selection of desserts as a whole at Martha's is second to none. It has something for everyone, no matter what your favorite type of dessert/cake/pie/pastry is. 10/10 dessert spot!

I asked the worker who helped me if the brookie had nuts since It was for someone who is allergic…read moreto nuts. She said no. Surprise surprise, there are walnuts

Triple chocolate mousse

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Conrad R.

2 years ago

I recently dined at The Islands Restaurant and, unfortunately, it was a disappointing experience. From the moment we arrived, the service was lackluster. We waited a full 15 minutes just to get our waters, and even then, we had to ask multiple times before they finally arrived. Instead of placing the drinks on the table, our server handed them to us, which felt unprofessional. While the atmosphere was nice, it was clear the staff lacked urgency. If you're on a time schedule, I highly recommend looking elsewhere, as there seemed to be no anticipation or promptness in the service. It's baffling, especially since the restaurant wasn't crowded, and there were plenty of available tables. The highlight of our visit was the escovitch fish and oxtails, but even that was a letdown. We were told it would take 15 minutes to prepare, yet we waited 50 minutes for it to arrive. There was a complete lack of communication from the staff regarding our order, and no accommodation for the delay. Just as we were about to leave, they finally brought out our food, but the damage was done. To make matters worse, we noticed a party of six who arrived prior to us received their food much quicker, while one of their guests got her meal after we did. When I asked for a to-go container, I was simply handed one instead of the server offering to assist. After seeing her mistake, she finally offered to help, but by then, it felt a bit too late. The only part of our meal that was expedited was the check, which left us feeling more frustrated than satisfied. The manager did come out to apologize, but there was no real attempt to make up for the delays. Overall, I cannot recommend The Islands Restaurant. For anyone craving Jamaican cuisine, I suggest exploring other options where service and professionalism are prioritized. Save yourself the headache! read more

Chris R.

177

10 years ago

All I can say is WOW!!! I came into Brooklyn to see a show at the newly renovated Kings Theater. We were early and wanted to find a good place to eat. In a sea of gross fast food places we saw this New super clean place names Island Express. The food was amazing!! We even took a few loaves of their fresh bread home! I cant recommend this place anymore. Try it you WONT BE disappointed!! The owners Wayne and Gina made me feel so welcome and recommended some amazing choices. I will definitely be returning!!! read more

Romeo M.

1 year ago

I had a delightful experience at Island Express! The ambiance was cozy, and the staff were friendly. The menu offered a variety of tasty options, and everything was quite fresh and well-prepared. I particularly enjoyed the seafood dishes, which were flavorful and cooked perfectly. The prices were reasonable too! While there were minor hiccups in service, overall, it was a lovely evening out. Would definitely recommend! read more

Marie C.

2 years ago

3.5 stars out of 5. The food was fine, but there is a lot of competition for curry spots in this neighborhood. We had shrimp curry, stewed chicken, and the desert pastries. The deserts were dry and not enough flavor. The entrees were pretty good but not amazing. The restaurant itself was mostly clean but not very inviting. The staff was polite. read more

Anthony P.

9 years ago

Truly the best place in the neighborhood! I work close by and come here every day. I love the everything they have especially the veggie patties and the BBQ chicken. The veggie patties are unbelievable! The staff are the nicest people ever and always make you feel welcome. Thank you guys so much for the great food and great service. read more

Katie F.

10 years ago

What an experience! Walked in and what a difference between this Carribean spot and the rest here in Brooklyn. Between the welcoming staff, clean clean sitting area and two owners who were very involved and pleasant; Gina and Wayne, I was very pleased with my time here at Island Express. Would highly recommend !! AND they deliver ! read more

Brent V.

8 years ago

Walked in 30 minutes to closing, so I had the place to myself. Ordered some white rice with pigeon peas, barbecue chicken, and plaintains. Holy cow, SO good. Everything was fresh, the meat was moist, the rice was flavorful, and the plaintains were a great addition. Staff was very friendly, too! Will definitely be going back. read more

Nicole M.

5 years ago

Worst attitude and service! They are always late preparing orders for delivery and pick up. You can order more than an hour and they still don't have your order ready. Than they will cancel your order. read more

Adam R.

157

10 years ago

I am not going to leave a review but check out my online article. http://ditmasparkcorner.com/blog/food/restaurant/exploring-tastes-guyana-flatbushs-island-express-grill-bakery/ read more

Andy R.

227

109

8 years ago

Authentic Caribbean place with patties and food. I had patties and guava packets. They were yummy. Patties weren't to spicy, just right. I will return. read more

Nisa N.

8 years ago

Absolutely love this place, food is fresh and staff is courteous. I strongly recommend this place to all Caribbean food lovers. Way to go !

Bobby L.

9 years ago

The food was really good. Clean location and friendly staff. You should go there :)

Marco L.

10 years ago

Like the beef patty, my favorite in the area. Girl and I got back often.

Rostova T.

7 years ago

This place was great, food was very delicious, will be back

Daniela G.

10 years ago

Cool place, Love the carrot cake.

Island Express - caribbean - Updated September 2026

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