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    Mokafe

    4.4 (116 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for working
    Dogs allowed

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    MATCHA LATTE
    Elsy L.

    First time to a Mokafe and it did not disappoint. I can only speak for the matcha- since that is what we ordered... and it was SOLID! There is a relatively large seating area inside, and the bathroom is available and pretty clean. They were busy when we got there- but then again it's a Saturday morning so it's to be expected. However, it didn't seem like they themselves were prepared for foot traffic- they only had 2 people working and they were behind on orders. When we got there, they asked us to sit and wait to be called to take our order. We were waiting quite some time. I would say approximately 10-15 minutes. Some other girls who arrived after us ended up leaving after waiting sometime. I would say that's why I dropped the rating 1 star. That being said, the other 4 stars are wholeheartedly for the matcha. - Matcha Latte (hot): we ordered the hot matcha latte which I clarified is made with unsweetened matcha powder. We also requested oat milk. AMAZING matcha! Like some of the highest quality matcha I have had anywhere. I could tell just based off of the deep green color that it was going to be exquisite. But the taste? Perfect!!! I will definitely be grabbing my matcha from Mokafe any chance I get moving forward. Such a DELIGHT!

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    Margaret S.

    First off welcome to Steinway Street! We finally got a chance to come inside this gorgeous place yesterday as usually when I pass it they aren't even open. They had a sign outside and I was reading it to see if they had lavender simply because it's a Saturday morning and I have both the baby and dog running errands today and here comes Ellie. She is so so sweet! So welcoming and just invited us in saying she did have exactly what I needed! As we walked in, I looked around and was just marveled at the decor. That green furniture looks so pretty and comfortable. I would definitely come back here just to sit and have a coffee with my mom or best friend. I had the iced matcha with lavender and oat milk. It was perfect! Not too much ice and the lavender taste wasn't too overpowering. Again, thank you for having us and Ellie you were just so sweet to us! I had to give you a special shoutout. See you soon!

    Linda M.

    Very trendy and modern cafe with a variety of drinks and trendy sweets. I ordered the matcha latte regular but they offer a variety of marchas including matcha chai, which sounds pretty interesting. They also had an ube latte on the menu and I saw lots of desserts like the viral Dubai chocolate , pistachio croissant, an ube cookie, and more. I am really impressed with the ambiance and interior. Coming here on a 90 degree hot day was like a breath of fresh air! They also have plush chairs and plenty of comfortable seating. I am in love with the jade plants, snake plants, and clean white/green decor. I got some work done here and connected to their WiFi, which was very nice! Overall a very classy and cool (quite literally) cafe. Nice to visit on a hot summer day.

    Dubai chocolate - super delicious & crunchy! yum!
    Sandra S.

    I tried the dubai pistachio chocolate bar & it was amazing! The chocolate itself was not overwhelming and light. The crunch (from the khunafa) was so enjoyable! The pistachio chocolate was super delicious with just the right of sweetness (not overwhelming sweet). Excellent product! If I ever come back (and w/ an empty stomach), I will try their other desserts. There are too much delicious food options near this neighborhood - too dangerous!

    Absolutely beautiful and delicious food.
    Danny T.

    Youssef made us feel at home. That's why we come here. This place is absolutely second to none. Treat yourself and come to Moka & Co. today!!!!!!! Beautiful food. Unbelievable service. Opulent ambiance. Just perfect!!!!

    Joanne U.

    As you'd note in my recent reviews, I'm in this huge Pistachio Latte phase so basically checking off places that serve it. Have had my eye on this place as it seemed very promising. First off, the place is pretty with their all green theme with nice tables, seats, bar seating with charging station. The staff is warm and friendly, shout out to Ellie. She was super nice. Probably the reason why this is a 4-star. The Pistachio latte though was just a latte. No hint of pistachio for me, not sure if they have Pistachio milk, cream, or syrup. It tasted just like a regular latte. I would know, I have a subscription to Pistachio milk and make my own pistachio latte every day. So I hope they really improve on this as I wouldn't mind coming back. Toilet was also kinda dirty and not kept well, so much so that I just left without using it. Hope they take note and work on these as it seems they have a lot of potential.

    Isabel J.

    I came here to get the very popular Dubai chocolate bar. Since k came during my lunch hour I decided to also get a turkey & cheese sandwich. The sandwich was delicious and a very generous size which was super filling. I never had the Dubai chocolate before so I have nothing to compare it to. The bar cost $10, the chocolate is very light and had a nice crunch to it. The pistachio filling was light but I didn't get much of the pistachio taste.

    Dessert - Tiramisu  Mango Strawberry Refresher
    Hana I.

    I started coming here after school to study, and it's become my go-to place for both focus and comfort. The staff are not only super kind and welcoming, but also outspokenly pro-Palestinian, which makes the space feel even more aligned with my values--it's rare to find a café that cares about justice and community as much as good coffee. Their refreshers are amazing perfect pick-me-up when I don't want caffeine + the weather is hot and the bakery section never disappoints everything tastes fresh and homemade. Whether you're looking for a cozy study spot, a quick drink, or a place that actually stands for something, this café delivers all of it.

    Biscoff Latte
    Claire M.

    Really cute coffee shop on Steinway! There are a lot of small tables in the back and it wasn't too crowded when I visited. The biscoff latte was very tasty and I would come back to this spot to try more items on the menu!

    Cecilia T.

    Drove 45 minutes to this Mokafe twice in 4 days from Long Island- was definitely a hike but worth it. This review is solely on the 12 "viral" Dubai pistachio knafa chocolate bars that I purchased from here during those 2 trips. Thanks to Tik Tok & FB, smh. My daughter and I really wanted to try it once, and now she is obsessed with them. The pistachio cream combined with knafa inside tasted rich, crispy & creamy, and reminds me of Ferrero Rocher or Bueno but with pistachio instead of hazelnut. The staff are friendly, and the cafe itself looks very modern & nicely decorated. Besides the chocolate bars, they also have a variety of drinks (coffee, tea, refreshers, lattes), pastries, desserts, and sandwiches. Omg everything looked so good... Back to the chocolate bars- they make them every morning, and there's a white & milk chocolate option. When you pay with cash, there's a cash discount, and each bar comes out to $8.71. Overall, I think it's really good and lives up to the hype. Must try!

    Mable C.

    What a beautifully modern cafe! I was mesmerized by all the delicious looking desserts in the window but I came here after stuffing my face for dinner down the block so I was really only looking for a nice warm drink. We ordered the adeni latte and the ube latte. The adeni latte had a rich and deep flavor, as well as a sweetness creaminess from the foam on top. I was a little bit disappointed in the ube latte but that could be because I ordered something less traditional. The ube flavor was a bit lacking and not a sweet as I would've hoped, but they did have simple syrup on tap so that was awesome. I was able to adjust the flavor to my liking ended up much better afterwards. I'd definitely be interested in trying some of the sweets or pastries they have the next time I stop by. I also noticed some other tables with some teapots of various teas so I would love to try that as well.

    MATCHA LATTE
    Caitlin K.

    The biscoff latte is a game changer! Also got a baklava croissant which was such a cool flavor! Ambience is nice and relaxed. Will definitely be here again.

    Pistachio Tres Leches
    Dessa R.

    Came here on a Saturday late afternoon....it seemed understaffed. There were two staff members handling customers, restocking and orders, didn't see anyone else, so it seemed a bit slow for orders as there were maybe no more than 15 people at that time. The service was nice enough. There is a beautiful display of sweet treats - would be nice to have maybe labels so people can know what they are. We went for the pistachio tres leches, which was indulgent and different...lots of hues of honey. We went for a simple iced americano with pistachio syrup and my date went for the delicious biscoff lattee (I couldn't bring myself to pay $9 for one lol). Love the glassware and the americano was refreshing and the biscoff lattee is super sweet. Bathrooms needed toilet paper but staff found some and provided. Will be back as the decor is beautttiful! Didn't see any outlets so not sure if working remotely from there is the vibe just FYI.

    Knafa pistachio chocolate bars

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    Coffee is amazing, chocolates and pastries are to die for, and workers are super chill. Great place to work too with outlets!

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    Wasn't a fan of the coffee but the desserts were good. I would go back for those, especially the biscoff tres leches cake -- so good

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    Delicious coffee and pastries! Very popular spot and with good reason. Looking forward to trying all of the pastries!

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    perfect service, amazing food, comfortable place. genuinely one of the best cafes ive ever been to. gonna be coming back.

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    Tea Cup Cafe

    Tea Cup Cafe

    3.8
    (171 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    As stated before, I finally came back to try the savory foods from Tea Cup Cafe!…read more Starting off, my fiancé ordered the Crispy Fish. The sauce that was served was absolutely delicious with the signature tanginess and sweetness of Thai food. The hot pot that I ordered was also enjoyed to the fullest! The food here was super good but also I love liver so I was glad they had a hot pot option that included that! After a delicious meal, we finished off with the mango bingsu which also was a huge hit! The bingsu was super fluffy and light! This meal was definitely worth it and didn't leave me feeling super heavy. The service was also great even though they were always full house with some parties waiting and only one person serving. I will be back next time to try their Thai barbecue which I saw people having and I could stop looking at! On top of all this, the server or manager even gave me a free Melona ice cream which I paired with the bingsoo after he saw that I was pregnant which I thought was super sweet. I don't live too far from here so I also want to add that even though I have not added a review, I always go to this restaurant to grab a coconut Thai milk tea to go (I am not even a huge Thai tea fan)! For some reason, I love the coconut thai tea from here and always find myself craving it.

    Best hidden gem In Elmhurst area and that says a lot given all of the quality Thai food the area…read morehas to offer. This place started off as a cafe, then started offering more and more food. They're always friendly and food is always fresh. Great to see that they continue to expand!

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    Elm Roastery

    Elm Roastery

    4.5
    (150 reviews)
    2.5 mi
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    Locally owned & operated
    Free WiFi

    I love Elm Roastery, it's everything you want out of your local cafe shop. It's moody but still…read morebright enough for group chats. Elm Roastery is popular so seating can get limited during busy hours. The service is always great, always kind and helpful. The drinks and pastries provided are so good, never misses.

    Solid. Happy to…read morehave nice coffee in the area. And they're getting quite busy which is a good sign. Service is either a bit slow, they were backed up or they don't work on your app orders until you arrive and ask for it. Still, not exactly egregious and I'm trying to be understanding, though how they get backed up with 5 workers behind the counter is a little confusing. Still, the service is always friendly and the shop is cute so it's a good reminder to slow down and take it all in. Ambience is fine. Dark walls but well lit. Batches of seats up front and in the back separated by the service counter. Lots of Knick knacks for sale. They've got some pastries and sandwiches but I've never sampled them so I don't have much to add. I usually get some kind of Americano and the coffee flavors really come thru without excess bitterness. I'll also note, they've fixed their cups. Early on, their coffee cups to go used to leak but that's been rectified at least for the past few months. Definitely a good choice if you're looking for a proper brew.

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    Sabry's

    Sabry's

    4.5
    (445 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    This place is something else. I came with my dad, husband, and sister, and we had an absolute blast…read morefrom start to finish. My dad is Egyptian, so food like this carries real meaning for our family, and Sabrys delivered in every way. The moment we walked in, we were met with the kind of warmth and hospitality that makes you feel like a guest of honor. They treat everyone that way, which makes it even more special. The meal began with fresh housemade bread, incredible hummus, baba ganoush, and salad, and then came the fish. Honestly, the best fish I've ever had, and we've dined at wonderful restaurants all over the country. We ordered the grilled platter with calamari, shrimp, and salmon, plus a fried combo that was light and perfectly done. Not greasy, just real home cooking, like your Egyptian grandmother made it. The branzino was outstanding, and the rice brought me straight back to childhood. Every dish tasted like it was made with genuine love and care, because it was. If you want to eat somewhere that feeds your soul as much as your stomach, come here. We'll be back every chance we get.

    Cuisine: 8 Service: 7…read moreDecor: 6 Value: 7 Overall: 8 I'm updating this review because I had such an enjoyable meal last night at this long standing palace of seafood, and I wanted to share the experience to remind everyone why we all should continue supporting this wonderful establishment. Being honest, it's been a while since I have returned because I have favored Hamido Seafood lately, right after a previous love affair with Abuqir Seafood two doors down. Then there is the old reliable Astoria Seafood and the new kid on the block, Le Petite Pecheur, which I really enjoy as well. However, once again, Sabry's proves again that they have the best pitas in the business. A full basket comes with fluffy and chewy goodness that none of their competitors can match. I do wish their dips (babaganoush, humus, tahini) were better as I have mentioned, but they are all solid 7's. Onto the seafood. What an excellent version of Grilled Octopus (9/10), with maybe the best crispy char I have tasted in recent memory. I do wish the sauce had a touch of vinegar. Not a big deal. Another near perfect dish was their Grilled Sea Scallops (9/10). They were extra large, super tender, sitting in a pool of delicious tangy sauce (reminiscent of NoLa style BBQ shrimp sauce). The Grilled Shrimps (7/10) were slightly overcooked, while the Taojine Mixed (7/10) was somewhat watery and a bit too dill forward. Lastly, the broth of the Seafood Soup (7/10) was clean and light. The calamri and clams were still tender, but the shrimps were a tad overcooked once again. Clearly after this meal, I have to add Sabry's back into my rotation of pick your own seafood type of restaurants. This was the place where I had my first experience with Egyptian style seafood and it is still one of the best after all these years.

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    Outside 3-29-2026

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