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Root Hill Cafe

3.8 (206 reviews)
Closed • 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Classy
Good for kids
Good for working
Good for groups

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Alan B.

Was this one of the best egg breakfast sandwiches we've ever eaten? I think so, as they served up two fluffy made to order scrambled eggs and cheese with, thick and nicely cooked bacon on a soft, fresh brioche roll. A five star sandwich! We also had a latte and cappuccino, both were very good. The overall four star rating is due to the egg and spinach frittata, which arrived much too cool, and was very dense. We were mot impressed with that dish. But if you're in the mood for some good coffee and a great egg sandwich, I'd check out Root Hill Cafe!

Iced Coffee... to go!
Michael N.

Great coffee fresh & ready to go... this lil haven is right along my route to work and it's actually keeping me away from Starbucks lol.. Reasonable prices and good service as well. Sometimes the ppl who work there are dressed as if they just got out of bed .. not sure if that's apart of the charm of this place or what but .. I doubt that! Otherwise, good place to grab a good cup of Joe!

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Drew R.

Atmosphere: Noticed the friendly interaction of the staff with people inside & outside the Cafe. Coffee: Ordered 2x Lattes and 1 Iced Oat Lavender. The Lattes were more like a mixture of coffee and cold milk. Expected a hot drink but received something barley warm. Not drinkable. The Iced Oat Lavender my daughter ordered was great. My wife and I might try that the next time. Food: 2ea Bacon, egg and cheese brioche sandwiches and a raspberry crumble bar. The raspberry bar was alright. Expected the bar to be soft. Had a little age on it. The sandwiches were much better than anything you can get at a big box coffee shop.

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Marcus F.

Paid nearly $40 for me and my girlfriend to get eggs, toast, and bacon. Took them 35-40 minutes to get me some scrambled eggs, bacon and toast. My girlfriend came back with two cardboard boxes with eggs. WTF?? $40 and you couldn't even afford to give me a glass cup or a plate ??? Yeah never come here again. 4 stars my As !!!!!

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Ryan F.

Had coffee and breakfast at Root Hill Cafe on Sunday morning. They have some excellent coffee and decent food though the menu is a bit pricier than other places in the area. Quality: Root Hill Cafe has probably my favorite Iced Coffee in the Park Slope area. My girlfriend also raves about the Matcha Latte, which is pricey but apparently worth it. I am a little less enthusiastic about their food, but it is not bad. During a recent visit I ordered both the Cheddar Biscuit Sandwich and the Veggie Burger. The Cheddar Biscuit Sandwich was the better of the two with a delicious biscuit, but I was not crazy about the sausage patty and felt it needed a sauce. The Veggie Burger was okay, but the patty was too heavy with beans for me and I did not understand the bland yogurt-style sauce. I think you are probably better sticking with a drink and maybe a pastry. Quantity: A large iced drink is 24oz, which is pretty large. The food items are perfect for a small breakfast snack. Value: $4.50 for a Large Iced Coffee. $7.50 for a Cheddar Biscuit Sandwich. $7.50 for a Veggie Burger. Ambiance: Root Hill Cafe is located on the border of Park Slope and Gowanus. The shop sits on the corner and they currently are operating out of a window. Normally they have a small inside space with a few tables, which I have only seen through the window. For now, they only have outdoor seating with a bench out front and several tables along the side of the cafe. Sometimes they have umbrellas out, but it seems like it depends on the day, rather than the weather. What was missing is some soft music outside, but I assume they are hoping to reopen inside soon making it less important. Crowd: Always a line in the mornings, and it only grows on the weekends. It is no secret they has some of the best coffee around. Service: Extremely friendly staff, and considering the line, they were very efficient. Currently they are working out of a make-shift window, so the ability to dart back and forth to the kitchen makes it even more impressive. Parking: Street parking can be found nearby.

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Caroline L.

So this place is down the street from the car wash which can take, at times, a hot minute to get completed. I jogged over to pick up a quick breakfast, or so I thought. I ordered a toasted everything bagel and a water, paid, and then waited. I guess because it's a coffee shop the focus is on coffee but I waited somewhere around 7 minutes for just an everything bagel with cream cheese. In the meantime I watched the four people behind me receive their coffees (both iced and brewed) and head out. While it wasn't a horrible wait, I would have rather been in and out much faster given that I told them it was a to go order. So why still 4 stars? The food was decent and it seemed like the other patrons were happy. Just maybe not really the place for a quick grab and dash.

Kyle S.

Really good cold brew it tasted amazing. I was type surprised this is the second best cold brew I ever had the best was in another country. The location was nice and offer outside seating

Beet pickled salmon on a plain bagel
Courtney D.

The coffee was good, the interior was cute, and the food was yummy. I got an egg sandwich, I wanted the avocado toast (I'm a millennial, what can I say) but they were out of avocado. The sandwich was still good and filling. Got an iced latte which was good as well.

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15 years ago

Great coffee, cool cafe space, staff can bit a too cool for school. Don't recommend the food.

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16 years ago

Wonderful atmosphere, great coffee, and a super tempeh ruben, even if you think you don't like tempeh.

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16 years ago

my kids go to a school around the corner. after having one of angelo's lattes, i'm hooked and can't drink the coffee at work. he's the best.

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I came here with my little cousins and we had a blast! They have dozens and dozens of games…read moreavailable...maybe I've never even heard of before! You pay $8 per person for three hours, which seems absolutely incredible. They have delicious bubble teas and some light bites. They have teas and coffees too. Super shout out to the woman working there today (12/29) because my little cousin is not an adventurous eater and she recommended the lychee boba and gave him a sample. He never tries things but did and really enjoyed it. I am so thankful for everyone's kindness who worked there. A cool atmosphere with lots of meetups and games going on. Huge positive that you can make a reservation. I can't wait to come back!

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People have left some odd reviews of this place, including a one-star review for the restaurant…read moreapparently being highly politicized--a vibe I neither felt nor could visually identify within or without the establishment. I ordered a single burger and a Sudan spiced peanut butter latte, for ~$15! That's pretty inexpensive for New York City. I note this as some consider it overpriced. I suppose the food is fairly inexpensive, the lattes slightly higher than average. The "burger" comes wrapped in a homemade pita with diced cucumber, onion, and tomato, plus a few crispy, thick-cut fries and a yummy house sauce. It was a cool twist of the traditional burger and had a nice flavor. The sauce was like a slightly Mediterranean version of Big Mac sauce. The girl working as the barista and cashier was very nice and friendly. She had a nice presence and warm smile, made suggestions, and even gave a stranger free utensils when they popped on to ask. I think it's definitely worth checking out, and it's a good place for a cheap & simple meal that's still quirky and fun.

I have wanted to try this spot for some time, and wound up a bit disappointed with what I tried…read more They feature a tahini cold brew, which features two things I love dearly, but instead of a rich cold brew it was overly sweet and icy--more like a slushie. Perhaps I should have anticipated that, or my mistake in ordering. I also ordered a Moroccan egg salad sandwich which was substantive but surprisingly bland--sparse with the advertised capers and pickled red onions to give it more punch. I've always loved the look of the spot and the vibe--funky decor, outside and indoor facing counters to order, with some outdoor seating for people watching on Dekalb or heading nearby Ft. Greene Park. I see they are renovating and rebranding a bit and adding some burger component. While I didn't love it, I'd definitely give it another shot.

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