Oh hoho was I ever excited to stumble upon this place. It falls neatly into the trinity that (I think) makes for a perfect cafe: unique, affordable and delicious! First off, get the Turkish coffee. Not only is it piping hot, delicious, strong and a fun way to shake up your regular coffee habit, but it is also comes with a piece of Turkish Delight! Which, can I say Yelp, is positively delightful. Would I sell my entire family to an ice queen for Turkish Delight on a normal day? Absolutely. So to get a whole piece with my coffee was positively the best thing that happened to me that entire day. (Think what you want about my isolated pandemic life but that would be the truth in a normal year too.) Then, check out this solid food menu. They have a ton of other delectable Turkish delights (sorry) including a lovely beef gozleme -- just like mama never made but might have bought for me. But for real this gozleme is amazing, tender, flavorful, fresh, a perfect lunch (or large snack). They've also got some great looking sandwiches and pastries I will be sure to go back and check out for myself. Amazing to find a place where I can get lunch under $10 in Williamsburg. Heck yeah. read more

Stopped by for an iced latte, was pretty good, would come back if in the area. There's some seating in the back and a few seats up front.

Calm pretty coffee shop for a cute drink and nice chat. We were thrifting for a while and I got super thirsty. Figured a little mid day matcha would be nice. Got a matcha latte with almond milk and simple syrup. 7 bucks. gotta love Brooklyn, huh. Great vibe, clean decor, nice outdoor seating. Great for a pit stop! read more

Lion's Milk - Matcha Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

What gets me out of bed every morning is my short walk to my most favorite coffee place in NYC. My oat latte is made to perfection and topped off with a handcrafted coffee flower. Not only is the coffee wonderful, but the kindness and the welcome I receive every morning from the baristas is the perfect way to start my day. I would highly highly recommend this cafe. They are also teaching me Turkish! They make my day! read more

Lion's Milk is a beautiful little gem in the heart of Williamsburg. I stumbled upon this place while walking back to my car and it happened to be the first coffee shop I saw, so I thought I'd stop in. The inside is small but cozy and the baristas make everyone feel like home. The weather is starting to get nice so luckily they have a handful of outdoor benches and tables that you can sit in while you sip on your latte. I got an iced oat matcha latte and my friend got a classic ol' iced latte and we were not disappointed. They have an assortment of Turkish pastries that we were too full at the time to try but other reviews rave about them, so that gives me another reason to come back. Will definitely recommend for a place to leisurely sip on some coffee and catch up with a friend! read more

Okay let me be very clear on this one: if you like great coffee, excellent and fresh pastries, variety, free WiFi, and a great environment, this place is for you. I've been there twice so far and absolutely love it. Their Turkish coffee is strong, weigh is exactly how it's supposed to be. Gotta love that. They have excellent service as well. I'm always greeted with big smiles from all of the employees there. I really think this establishment cares about their customers. The place is always very well kept and tidy - something you don't always find. The ambiance isn't loud at all, and they always have good music playing. It's a wonderful place to come and get some work done. By the way, the Turkish coffee is served with Turkish delight. Come on. How great is that?? Like i said, you absolutely must come here. read more

Lion's Milk - Turkish Coffee and Turkish Delight (Piece) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Good, but not great. Four stars because they have some unique Turkish items but if you've ever actually been, there's no way you'll be impressed. Would still come again if I was in the neighborhood and a friend wanted to come. read more

Lion's Milk - Istanbul - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

A little on the pricier side ($6.50 for almond milk latte) but man this latte was great. Super smooth and a great flavor. On the milkier side & if u don't enjoy the super nutty espresso flavor this one is pretty mild. The menu seemed to have all the usual culprits of a coffee shop: latte, mocha, capp & they also have smoothies matcha and chai. The pastries also looked tasty Also lots of space to work both indoors and outdoors! read more

Lion's Milk - Iced almond milk latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This place has been on my list for months! Finally tried it and had a delicious iced vanilla latte. A great spot to sit outside as well. Will be back to try their Turkish treats & borek! read more

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Location: Williamsburg has some middle eastern vibe now. I am so glad that I found this place out of the "downtown" williamsburg. This place is tiny but still they are managed to make it as cozy as possible. I am here after a long run and I need some sugar to replendish my energy and this place pop up. Coffee: had their turkish coffee and it will go with some coconut-ish sugary candy. It is perfect and I love it. However, because it is covid season, the turkish coffee ended up in a small espresso cup which made everything un-turkish. Overall: 3.5 stars. It is fun to have a different coffee shop in williamsburg but nothing fancy. For turkish coffee, I would rather go to ASTORIA or sunset park. but still, we need diversity in such a white neighborhood, dont we? Especially, this white community shouts a lot of BLM slogan. read more

Lion's Milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Very impressed with this place! I've had a craving for borek for a few weeks now and little did I know I was within walking distance of this cafe! I took mine to go, but inside it was nice and cozy, toasty, I would definitely hang around here for the next time I visit! The spinach & feta borek brought me back to my childhood days when my stepmother and her mother would make it, it was exactly what I remembered it to be. Nice & flaky, enough stuffing on the inside. It was just wonderful! read more

Lion's Milk - Spinach Feta Borek - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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A really special and fantastic café. Friendly employees and not your run-of-the-mill food or drinks - seems like a fixture in the Turkish community and includes Turkish coffee and food that I'd be hard-pressed to find at any passing cafe. Ordering a Turkish coffee gets you a little piece of Turkish delight on the side, and the baklava is also excellent. My favorite drink here is actually the incredibly interesting orchid latte, which tastes lightly floral with a creamy marshmallow/cinnamon undertone. I also love their simit sandwiches - these are like elongated, thin bagels that taste just as good as ones from a café where I live, which always has a line out the door for a similar bread. Clearly much thought has been put into the quality of their food and drinks, thrown in with homage to their own culture. read more

Pistachio Turkish delight was delicious and the owner was nice enough to give me a free sample of it along with my drink (salep). The salep was delicious! The cinnamon flavor was perfect and the oat milk blended perfectly with the orchid flour (a great recommendation by the baris The cafe itself was cute and clean and such a gem! Loved being able to sit outside and enjoy my drink and my book. This place must be a neighborhood favorite! read more

Lion's Milk - Salep. So delicious! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I was craving baklava and after searching for a few spots in Brooklyn that serve it, this adorable coffee shop looked like a great place to go. I was not disappointed! I ordered baklava and Turkish coffee which I hadn't had before. They were both great. Baklava was fresh and delicious and coffee tasty and strong. The coffee was served with Turkish Delight, which was a sweet surprise! It had a pistachio inside and was also really good. The barista was incredibly friendly and she patiently answered all my questions even though she was quite busy. I came here on a Monday morning, around 9am and as I sat down by their outdoor table, I could see a line forming every few minutes. There was only one barista so there was a little bit of a wait to order and pick up. However, if you're not in rush, it's definitely worth the wait. Overall, I truly recommend this place. It's an adorable spot with fantastic coffee, delicious treats and great staff. I'll definitely be back again to try more things on the menu. read more

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Lion's Milk is one of the most perfect coffee shops in Williamsburg. It has great coffee, a variety of delicious Turkish snacks, and the right amount of space/decor to create a wonderful coffee shop vibe. The coffee is delicious and a great upgrade from the standard American lattes/drip coffee. The delicious Turkish coffee takes it to a whole other level... If you want to hang out with a friend or study on a sleepy weekend, check out Lion's Milk. read more

Lion's Milk is a small cafe that has been around since '15 and offers Balthazar pastries that are delivered daily, Williamsburg-based Devocion coffee, sandwiches, Turkish boreks, and other specialty items (such as teacups & saucers, jellies, marmalades, confit, teas, olive oil, etc.) for purchasing/as gifts. The hubs and I came here to take a breather, so we ordered a Chai Latte with half-and-half and two pieces of balkalva (one with pistachio and one without). The Chai Latte was super delicious - creamy, right amount of chai spices that you can taste, and refreshingly cold (you can also request it to be hot). The baklava were bite-sized, super syrupy and sweet, and good with the coffee/tea - great for those who have a sweet tooth! Service is friendly, and there are only two tables with 3 seats each. There is also some seats and a bench outside for those who like to eat/drink al fresco. The place itself is cute, clean and bright, with high ceilings. +iced Chai Latte +Turkish pastries +specialty items available +friendly staff +two tables inside, some seats outside read more

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Love this spot. Intimate, pastries (croissant + baklava) are so good, and their matcha lattes slap. Gets pretty busy at times (I see that as a good thing) but the service is amazing and the staff are very polite/attentive. Nice outdoor seating booths too! Perfect for a nice weekend coffee or morning tea. read more

In the morning, Lion's Milk is a Turkish café, but in the afternoon, it transforms into a bar. It's an interesting concept, and while I've only visited for coffee and pastries so far, I plan on stopping by a bit later in the day sometime soon to check out the bar menu. Their coffee beans are procured from Devoción, roasted less than a mile away on Grand Street. Lion's Milk started offering cold brew over the summer; its flavor is impressive, and is undoubtedly attributed - at least in part - to the coffee bean selection. Some of the pastries are sourced from Balthazar Bakery, and as a result, can be found in countless cafés around the city. However, they also offer Turkish specialties, such as börek (a flaky pastry filled with spinach, cheese, meat, or other ingredients) and simit (a circular bread encrusted with seeds). I'm a fan of Lion's Milk's simit in particular. It's similar to a bagel, but flatter, with a distinct, wider ring shape. Their simit is topped with a ton of sesame seeds, contributing to the already crunchy exterior (to the extent that it's almost shell-like). In contrast, the dough inside is chewy. When paired with a coffee, Lion's Milk's simit is an excellent breakfast choice that's difficult to beat. read more

Honestly, Lion's Milk is the best. I LOVE their vanilla oat milk lattes paired with their chocolate croissant... basically perfection. I also love that it's such an ideal place to work: great wifi, background music at the right level (not too loud to hear through my headphones but enough to vibe to with a friend), it's spacious, aesthetic. 10/10 would recommend. Only reason I'm giving 4 stars is because one time they forgot to add the syrup to my latte and ya know, I didn't pay for a $7 latte to not hit right so I went back, there was no line, asked for some syrup, and the guy literally unscrews the syrup bottle and it just goes GLUG GLUG GLUG into my drink (that's THREE glugs!!!)....... which at that rate i drank straight syrup...... like sir?! But whatever, everyone has their days, and I'm typing this as I have returned to Lion's Milk siping on a vanilla oat milk latte that, i must say, hits right. read more

This place is amazing. We were visitors, rented a car nearby and found this unique coffee place before we headed to the broadway show. Our favorite is the orchid latte, the staff (maybe owner) said that's a very traditional Turkish winter drink, no caffeine as I remember. It was very creamy, and only slightly sweet. We certainly love the atmosphere in Lion's Milk, it's quiet and cozy, the decorations are delicate, even the cups and dishes are exotic. Couldn't find a place like this in LA. Will come again if we visit NYC next time. read more

Lion's Milk - Salep Orchid Latte and Baklava - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Not going to lie, the first thing that attract us to give this place a shot was their name. Lion's milk? Whoever comes up with the name, props to you! I think it's weird but really intriguing in a good way. Wonder where did the inspiration come from. The menu was as interesting as the name for me. We were just looking for coffee and thought Turkish coffee would be interesting to try just because we're curious how does it differ from normal coffee. However, a particular beverage caught our attention. Salep --which in my native language translates to ointment--but apparently is a drink made of tuberous roots of orchids--specifically, terrestrial orchids in the genus Orchis. How cool is that? So without thinking twice we ordered that too. Salep looks like normal milk in appearance with its solid white color. The taste is sweet, creamy, and rich. It almost tastes like a heavier Horchata. The cinnamon really adds up to the fragrance. We ordered cold salep, but I'm sure they will make a great, comforting hot drink in the winter. Being an avid bagel fan, I was automatically drawn to Simit, which they describe as Turkish bagel. It is indeed round, but the overall shape is very distinct from the regular NY bagel I'm familiar with. It's much bigger and slimmer with a real wide hole. If NY bagel looks like a puffy donut, this looks like a hoop. I didn't expect much but turns out I really enjoyed it. The texture was incredible, the sesame seeds add a nice crunchy texture, and the chewiness of the bread is just right. Overall, loved it and would love to come back read more

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(1) Horrible service- the lady at the desk serves as she is doing you a favor. (2) Overpriced. For Turkish coffee they charge $5 in a paper cap. Not recommend. read more

Make sure you make it extremely clear if you want your drink hot or iced. I said I wanted iced matcha and got a hot one instead. Totally fine! Just a head's up that they won't remake the order for you so just be extra careful. Ordered the Spinach and Feta Bureka, and it was super buttery and savory with a flaky crust. There was an equal amount of spinach and feta so there was no one ingredient that overwhelmed the other. read more

Lion's Milk - Spinach and Feta Bureka - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Why do people go to chain coffee stores? Because of unsatisfactory experience with mom n pop java joints. Slightly rainy Sunday seems like the perfect time for afternoon java and pasty, right? Not where there is no decaf. Oh, and "all outta chai" which was from concentrate, anyhow. And what size tea do I want? Well there's only one size on the menu - but did you upcharge me? Sigh. Settled for two pieces of baklava (one regular, one pistachio) and a hot tea. Both were just fine, but nothing special. Service was an exaggeration of what I received from a morose young man, who told me he was about to lock the door and leave early, that he'd not even had time all day to use the restroom (how is that legal?). Was made to feel terribly unwelcome ("oh, you gonna eat that HERE?!) and frankly, the sweet treat and tea, at over $7 for the two, was a waste of time and a dreadful value. To top it off, there was no wifi available so I couldn't pay with the CUPS app, and though they advertise Apple Pay, it "ain't never worked." Well, that's about on par for the entire experience. read more

Lion's Milk - Baklava was tasty but expensive - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I got an ice latte and Salep to try and also had the spinach borek, potato borek and the mushroom golzeme. My favorite was the mushroom golzeme for it's tender chewy texture. Wish I lived closer to take advantage of their flyer for drink discount near the register. read more

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This is by far the BEST little cafe in the neighborhood. Cannot recommend highly enough; I feel so lucky to have such a great spot so nearby that I can justify going almost daily. The coffee is delicious - they've got a killer oat latte. Also have great chai and matcha drinks, and even a really nice iced tea. The food is the real winner, though. All the turkish pastries are amazingly delicious; like, I can't even pick a favorite. The simit (turkish bagel) is perfectly sesame-ey and balances crunchy and soft, bready textures and is especially good toasted with cheese. The spinach borek is crispy and warm and super tasty. The potato borek has amazing flavor and is super filling. The mushroom gozleme is flavorful and unique. And even the chocolate croissant is delicious! If you're not too hungry at the very least you should pick up some turkish delight or baklava with your coffee. The staff at Lion's Milk are also so, so wonderful! Super kind and helpful and truly care about their customers (and their dogs!). GO! read more

Came all the way from Queens to get coffee and baklava. Owner yells at my kid because he is dancing on the crack of the sidewalk. Of course, he probably shouldn't be messing with it but sidewalk needs to be leveled. You shouldn't yell at an 8 year old on front of their parents especially when they come out to your place to support. Ask nicely next time and we won't be coming back NOTE: it's not fun when your kid starts crying especially getting yelled at by a older man. Also, he was not kicking any sign. If you were paying attention you would of remembered that we spoke about me buying coffee from you at wholesale. Your few customers in there actually left the coffee shop because they weren't able to carry on with their phone calls. You were too loud talking inside the cafe. read more

Lion's Milk - A kid isn't going to break a sidewalk repair this - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I came in here today on a whim in search of a hot beverage and it's such a cute little coffee shop tucked away from the hustle and bustle. They have a variety of beverages and had sandwiches and other pastries you could order as well. I ordered a chai latte with oat milk and it was delicious. The staff were very friendly and I will definitely come back again the next time I am in the neighborhood. read more

The best ritual while I spent a few days staying in Williamsburg. My flat was around the corner, so every morning started with Lion's Milk cappuccino and sitting on their porch. Beautifully roasted coffee, nice people, great parklet and spots to sit outside. read more

Lion's Milk - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The customer service was amazing & the coffee definitely tasted great, but there was a unknown piece of plastic in my drink. read more

Lion's Milk - Chai Latte - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Let me just cut to the chase. Coffee was good, croissant and simit was good. Living in New York, it's hard to find good Simit (Turkish Bagel). Anywho, I gave it three stars cause its just too pricey. I really don't know how people can afford to get a $5 coffee everyday. Service was good, but it was a bit slow. It was a nice comfy cute cafe. But those prices are killing me. Would I be returning here? Maybe if I was in the area, I would just get the simit. read more

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Very good carb selection here!! Shared a bureka w/ my friend and it was toasty, flaky goodness. Her turkish coffee came with a turkish delight which she said was great. We also tried a pistachio baklava because why not -- it was $3 for a tiny piece but flaky and yummy. Only issue was that her coffee was a bit gritty / grainy read more

Solid iced coffee. Spinach Borek is delicious and they warm it up for you. Cute indoor and patio seating. Very local coffee shop vibe.

Love the gozleme, I always get the beef and decided to mix it up with the mushroom one. It tasted almost identical, not a strong mushroom taste at all. Instead you just taste all the wonderful spices and bread, with something hearty in the middle. The place is overpriced though especially the burekas there are cheaper and better ones at blackstar nearby. read more

This is both the most expensive and most disgusting coffee shop I've been to in Brooklyn. 9 dollars for a burnt-ish tasting oatmilk latte. Maybe they bumped their prices to offset the loss they put into their (hideous and cringey, unironically displayed) NFT artwork on the wall? read more

Turkish coffee came in a cute little cup, and the coffee was great! The Turkish delight that came with the coffee was so darn delicious. It was like a powdered sugar-coated cube of sweet mochi. So good. Wish the seats were comfier and there was a bathroom. read more

Lion's Milk - Pistachio baklava & walnut baklava 2017 - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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My coworkers and husband genuinely love this place. Everything is so fresh and the coffee never tastes burnt or has a acidy aftertaste. Yes the staff may appear to not be friendly, but crack a smile to let them know you're not some pretentious annoying jerk off and the ice breaks. 5 stars for the paleo treats and non dairy milks!! AMEN!! (wish they had unsweetened milks, maybe they do but I havent noticed) Best cafe in the neighborhood!! read more

Please please please buy new lids for your hot coffee cups. I really love this cafe, and the new renovations are amazing. The food is fresh and good. But whenever I come here in the mornings and get my coffee to go, it drips all over my hand because the lid isn't quite as tight as it needs to be to stop the liquid from slipping out when you're walking briskly. This has happened too many times to count and today I was dripping coffee all over the L. Other than that, great cafe. read more

Truly dismal and hellish place. Understandably high priced, it's an NFT cafe in Williamsburg. Duh! Subpar service and wack atmosphere also totally expected and delivered on. The coffee and food is actually disgraceful though. Payed 9.80 (plus tip) for a horrific cappuccino and the WORST chocolate croissant I've ever had. I swear to god it was literally Hershey's chocolate! Ensconced in the worst, gummiest, thickest, overworked, undercooked croissant pastry you will ever encounter. All of that could be yours for the low low price of four dollars. Yum!! read more

Looking for a nice take away breakfast, I had remembered driving by a nice, welcoming storefront and identified on Yelp that it was Lion's Milk. Around 9am on a Sunday morning, there were a handful of people getting breakfast and coffee. They take their coffee seriously, including a blackboard in the corner that notes when the beans were roasted. The drip coffee was also very smooth and satisfying. I decided to order two of the warm sandwiches. It took a while to be made, but they were fresh, and the guy behind the counter apologized. (I was in no rush, but it did seem to take a long time.) The sausage in the sandwiches plus the chili oil were scrumptious, and the cheese was delicious. It was a rich breakfast meal, but I liked that it was something different. A little pricey, too. Keeping my rating this high, though, because of the pleasantness of the space. Gotta love the turquoise, of course, but the store is very bright and sells lots of Mediterranean goods. There's a deep attention to detail and design, and it reminded me a lot of what I saw in Turkey - authentic! read more