The best store there ever was on the face of the Earth! My boys and I are huge Potterheads -- my…read morehusband humors us -- and we spent all afternoon exploring the Harry Potter store. Yes, it's a retail shop. Shopping is boring. Blah blah But this Harry Potter store was amazing! There are interactive installments like casting your own patronus, getting a picture in Hagrid's giant shoes, making a pretend call in a London phone booth (aka Minister of Magic entrance), watching Dumbledore's Gryffindor door swing around and getting a butterbeer from the cafe. We loved our visit and our purchases. Much better quality stuff than Amazon

If you're a HP fan you're going to love this store. If you're not a HP fan you'll still have plenty…read moreto look at. So many wands, clothing, books, snacks, toys and endless accessories to look at and purchase. They have a cafe area where you can buy some butter beer or even get a sundae. I didn't buy anything but as a fan it was still a blast to walk around and look at everything.

Cute spot for sure. Thoughts are purely on the crane games, not the edibles so no food. Honestly…read morepretty hot inside, so not the best place to stay long. Wonderful service who helped reposition claw machines promptly! Unfortunately the prices for the machines feels a bit hefty per play but my comparison is with actual arcades not usually cafes except for another spot around Flushing which I feel has better value.

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

The atmosphere is so comfortable. The food is great. Especially the best blueberry pancakes I have…read morehad in NYC. Try the avocado toast as well! Very comfortable booths. Nice mix of locals and tourists. Right in Hells Kitchen. Staff is great Enjoy

We came across this place randomly as we were looking for somewhere to eat. The sign caught my eye…read moredue to the design and it look really interesting inside once we entered, the decor is really nice and they had a bit of everything since it was a bakery cafe so we decided to try them out. They had quite the options when it came to either having like a lunch, breakfast, pastries along with coffee and lattes. We decided to go with chicken and waffles and classic breakfast of eggs, bacon, and potatoes. Everything was made fresh and didn't take long. Everything was good we enjoyed our breakfast and our shakes. I will definitely visit them again if I'm ever in the neighborhood to try their other menu options. Seems like a good chill out spot as well to eat at work or just read a book while you enjoy your food or drink.

Glad I could visit before they closed. It's sad they have to shut down. They were the first ones…read morewho got me into visiting cat cafes regularly. Even if I can't have my own cat, I'm happy to visit a cat café to interact with some cats and support with my attention and money. Maybe they have to close due to slow business is. There was only three people in my hour and two the next. The half hour sessions seem to be more popular with maybe a dozen people. I used to come here more often until I discovered Meow Parlour. It's much much cleaner and brighter and spacious. It doesn't bother me but Koneko cats tend to be older and less playful which may be not as fun for some guests. I find it calming to watch sleeping cats or just observing them roam around. Not sure when Koneko started offering drinks for all full hour bookings regardless of time. It used to be limited to their happy hour session which would end up being almost $30. This time, the drinks are included and a limited selection is included. Matcha, lattes, and mochas are $3 extra. I think it's fair. I got the oolong four season and was impressed with it. In general I don't expect a cat café to have good tasting food/drinks because the focus is on cats. I wonder if they cold brew all their teas because I saw the barista prepping batches of other teas. The long steeps can also explain why I think there's slight bitterness from the oolong, but it's very subtle. The oolong was refreshing and had an aftertaste and wouldn't taste diluted even with ice in it. Impressed.

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.

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.

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.

I've wanted to check this place out for a while since they are so close to my house and glad I did!…read moreThere's plenty of parking in the back lot and they have their own entrance. The cafe is pretty big, they have a separate room for events! Plenty of photo ops throughout. They have a menu of sandwiches as well as pastries and such. I ordered the caramel macchiato and my gf got the taro bubble tea. I tried both and loved them! The woman at the counter was very helpful. It was approx $15 for both which is expensive but I'd rather pay that to a small business owner than some big corporation.

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!

Dropped by this local coffee spot on a cold weekend, and it instantly felt like stepping into a…read morewarm hug. The place is cozy, artsy, and so relaxing I ended up sitting there way longer than planned. Tried their cappuccino (served in those charming traditional mugs) along with a cream cheese bagel and avocado toast -- all really good! Loved seeing people sipping coffee, working on laptops, and even playing board games. Quick service, great vibe, and the kind of spot that makes you want to support local -- one cappuccino at a time.

Lovely neighborhood cafe . A place to really sit down and relax with real character. The coffee is…read moredelicious, the pastries are delicious and great quality- no cisco shit here (blueberry danish is insane), and the staff is so friendly

Culture Espresso on 38th & 6th packs BIG flavor into this little NYC coffee shop! The space is…read morelimited and the service is quick, with smiles to greet you as you step inside. Stop in for an espresso made with care, or grab a dozen of their flavor-packed cookies for the office, which are sure to impress clients and coworkers alike. I've always been a sucker for their gooey Chocolate Chunk Cookie, but today a coworker brought back the Korn Cookie, and I think I've found my new favorite! Crispy on the outside, simple, buttery and perfectly sugary on the inside. It's the kind of cookie that looks unassuming but delivers BIG on flavor. If you're in Midtown, Culture Espresso is absolutely worth the visit. (Barely remembered to snap a photo of my cookies before they were devoured!)

The chocolate chip cookie is amazing. Get it. It won't disappointment. I split one with my…read morefamily as it was big. My daughter loved the soft center. I love the crisp edges. The espresso was good but not my favorite. They do make their own homemade vanilla syrup. I would come back if around here but also willing to try another spot as well.