I only got a drink it was lychee and it was delicious lychee juice and jelly. Theres tons of games…read moreto play.

Stopped by here yesterday really quick before they closed with my family for my son birthday. He…read morewanted some ice cream so we went inside and it was so beautiful and cute inside. They had lots of machines and games to play. My son tried to win a prize but didn't he still had a lot of fun doing it. We will come back another day to really try the place out. The kids loved the ice cream. The service was very pleasant and very nice the staff members were very kind to us.

I really like this place. It's pretty unique for New York. It has good coffee, good food and is…read morevery relaxed not like a Starbucks or anything, but it has a relatively comfortable atmosphere with comfortable bench chairs and it's just a unique kind of interesting place without too many tourists because it's all the way over on 10th Ave. and hope they can stay in business, 10th Ave. in Hells Kitchen is not that heavily trafficked They are pretty friendly too, especially after you've been in a few times and the guys who make the egg and bagel sandwiches like I had today are also very friendly and accommodating. The only thing I would say was the bagel was like six out of 10 or seven out of 10 rating a little too soft even after a light toasting. But fresh. and they have a delicious pistachio croissant. Nice diverse crowd. Some tourists coming off Intrepid and Circle Line but mostly New Yorkers Check it out

Great service, wish they had tofu cream cheese for their bagels but apparently the demand is too…read morelow (which makes sense! Just a bummer for me) Delicious chai and corn muffin!

A great place to get and give some four-legged love and affection if you don't have your own…read morepurrtner. Naturally, reservations required; you can make one hour or 30 minute session time slots for yourself online. Cute merch, a little 25 and under for me (ears on hats, that sort of thing), but hey- if you like something, I will not judge if you wear it. There are in fact three levels; my favorite was a pretty outside deck. The trees losing the occasional leaf captured all the cats' attention. No picking cats up, but if a cat jumped in your lap, you were allowed to feel the win! Lots and lots of petting went on, minimal swatting and hissing. No shoes allowed. Not sure about the coffee, just had a Poppi.

They have a silly ridiculous rule about not letting anyone record video with the cats.read more

Love supporting Black owned businesses! This small cafe/bookstore has selections catered to…read moreuplifting Black female stories. I also like how the special drinks are related to the authors featured in the store. Staff is very attentive and friendly. My only gripe (not a huge one) are the hours during the weekday being so short (as of now, the place closes at 2 PM.) I could only go there during my days off and even then I gotta plan early. Other than that, this is a great place to support. I will definitely continue to go there.

Great little book store cafe. There's some seating outside and one table inside. The books are all…read moreorganized by region and author all POC plus Liberation focused. Loved the curated collection! Drinks were good. I got a chai oat rose latte and it was delicious. Music was nostalgic. It's cozy and cute and a great vibe.

My family and I visited this place when we were in New Jersey last month visiting family. We were…read moreexcited to see that they offered gluten free mochi donuts so we knew we had to come try them out! The lady working greeted us as we entered the cafe and was very friendly. I ordered a flat white and my husband a mocha. Both coffees were great and had perfect flavor. For mochi donuts we got the churro, oreo and chocolate sprinkles. They were so soft and delicious! Definitely recommend this place. Also have sandwiches and a few other drinks you can get so there is something for everyone. I wish we had a cafe like this in Iowa! I will be back next time I'm in town.

2D Cafe Tornado immediately grabs your attention with its super cool 2D concept. The…read moreblack-and-white, comic-style design is incredibly fun and makes the space feel playful and unique which is very Instagram-able and definitely a spot you come to for the experience and photos alone. I absolutely loved the idea and the overall vibe of the cafe. That said, we came specifically for coffee and mochi donuts, and unfortunately those fell a bit short. The coffee was just okay, and the mochi donuts weren't great - ours tasted on the staler side, which was disappointing. Overall, I really think this place has a lot of potential. The service is great and the concept is very unique for this area, and with some improvements to the quality and freshness of the food and drinks, it could easily become a go-to spot. Worth checking out for the aesthetic, but I'm hoping the menu catches up to how cool the space is.

This is a relaxing restaurant where you can play chess or some other board game while you are…read morehaving breakfast or lunch. My companion and I enjoyed our vegetarian choices where the fruit and vegetables were fresh and well prepared. The waiter was patient and friendly and was knowledgeable about the menu, and also about the neighborhood and which stores were getting ready to open nearby. There are some interesting views outside where you can see the Brooklyn Bridge and the back streets of Chinatown. I plan to return often whenever I am in the neighborhood.

After a long day skating at LES skatepark, I stumbled into The Monroe and couldn't have picked a…read morebetter spot to unwind. The Guinness was perfectly poured, the mushroom cheddar quiche hit the spot, and the chill vibes made it easy to relax. There's a pool table if you're looking to hang a bit longer, and the owner, Drew, is friendly and welcoming -- makes you feel right at home. I'll definitely be back soon.

Only a churl could have a bad time at Starving Artist. We arrived early, before the Sunday morning…read morerush. There were four customers and about a dozen people in the kitchen. One savory crepe and one sweet, both delicious and unusual, plus the coffee was hot and good. Also: refills! A dying art.

You don't find anything better than the Starving Artist. Owners Monica and Eliot Glick make you…read morefeel welcome, like you are in their home. They are friendly, fun and energetic! It is rare to meet people with such a zest and excitement for people and music! The atmosphere is cozy and the music as well as food is always wonderful! The food is made in an extremely small kitchen but with great care so be patient! All the food is Made to Order so make sure to place your order early in the show. There is never a cover-charge for music which is nice. The music is also extremely varied depending on the night so you are sure to find something you like. It is nice to hear such awesome local musical talents! You always meet wonderful and friendly people and can really appreciate the feeling of being in a small intimate cafe. They generally will pass around a money box with donations that go towards the artists since they aren't paid-nice to contribute if you can! Art exhibits on the walls always rotate as well and are for sale which adds to the unique decor. Give it a shot-you won't be disappointed!

Personally, I really like this place because it's cozy, has a fun interior, and the staff is very…read morefriendly. The pastries are excellent, as are the lattes. Sometimes it's hard to find a seat because it gets crowded, but that's just me, because you can meet new people or run into old friends.

I have been frequenting this place for years, & the food & service is good, but the amount of…read morepeople that sit at tables for an extended amount of time has gotten completely out of control. Monticello Ave has turned into a ghost town in regard to food choices. Customers are buying one coffee here & taking up a table for four using their laptops for hours on end working. I love their whitefish salad & have had to walk out several times before ordering because there is literally not one seat available on 2 floors!! I spend an average of $30 every time I go in, & someone who purchased a tea 3 hours ago is taking up 4 seats. What caused me to write this review today was the actual "Cuddle Puddle" that was taking place on the couch this afternoon right in front of the register. Three people with no food or drinks were snuggling & playing on their phones without one crumb of food or even an empty drink cup in front of them. There was also a woman holding up a table for 4 while going outside to take business calls on her phone. Is this WeWork or a coffeeshop? Put a time limit on the tables, & no one should be treating this place like their parents living room to take a nap in the free air conditioning. Oh & to the staff member that called me "Sir" today- I am a woman. This whole experience was so uncomfortable I will get my whitefish from Wonder Bagel moving forward.