Was there ever a Cafe 1668 in Stapleton in the early teens? I can't believe this isn't a mistake as…read morethere was such a place I think on Greenwich St in Tribeca. The photos look like they could be from there, but maybe way back in the most vital days of NYC Stapleton was on the map with such a trendy place. One can only hope someone has such a vision and starts something like this here! What an inspiration. Meanwhile for now this remains a mystery, perhaps an homage to a bygone era, or just a fantasy. We will never know.

The coffee is good and the sheep are cute - Kaffe 1668 is an ideal location to sit down with some…read moremood lighting, enjoy some good tunes, and read a book. Setting (5/5): the interior of this place is simple and chic with a focus on sheep. There is a good amount of seating and tables that can fit four comfortably. If you need chill study vibes, I would definitely check this place out. Drinks (5/5): I got the mocha and really enjoyed it! It had a rich, but not too sweet chocolate taste and it wasn't bitter. The little latte design on top was also a nice touch. And I think that summary of their coffee being rich and slightly sweet is reflective of their other drinks too (my friend got the Americano and agreed that it had a natural sweet taste too it). Also I will say their music choices are great and it's not too noisy here so you can have a nice chat or really dive deep into a book or email here.

I want to come back to review this place when I've given it more thought…read more ETG's as magnificent as they come when it comes to community resources -- nice tea selection and a well-curated bookstore -- check out their events / sign up to the newsletter!

I'm in love with used bookstores, and so glad that I was introduced to this gem!…read more Not going to lie - I didn't expect to find a business like this in Staten Island, but I'm glad this borough continues to surprise me in all good ways. I'd expect to see this bookstore cafe in somewhere like in Ogunquit, Burlington, Bar Harbor, Austin, or Asheville? Super cute place with an interesting, eclectic selection of used books. They have a little coffee shop/cafe at the front - and there's an area where they have talks and live music on certain days. The people who work there are so incredibly friendly and helpful. I think there's a cute little outdoor area, but it was closed last time I visited. Hope to drop by here next time I'm in Staten Island!

Great coffee, greater baristas - my mornings run on both…read more If you're looking for a cool spot that's more than just a place to grab caffeine, this is it. Sure, the coffee is top-notch, brewed with the kind of care that makes you want to savor every sip, and the limited food I've tried was fresh & delicious, but the real magic is behind the counter. The baristas here don't just serve coffee; they serve sunshine in a cup. Visits feels like catching up with friends who also happen to make phenomenal lattes. Even when the is a cafe packed with the local firemen, they're quick to greet you with a smile and once in a while a perfectly timed Spanish Latte before I've even ordered is just the bit of encouragement that somehow makes even a rainy Monday feel like a good day, leaving you feeling a little lighter, a little happier, and a lot more caffeinated.

Great sunny place on Bay Street that makes you feel that you in Williamsburg. Very delicious scones…read moreand muffins!

I love Greek food and was told these guys made some excellent dishes! I was told right, and have…read morebeen enjoying their food ever since! They make ALL their dishes in a delicious, fresh and delightful manner! I love this joint!!!!!

Family own diner with some Greek dishes. The staff are attentive and sweet. My go to is the Greek…read moresalad, fresh ingredients, perfect amount of vinegar and warm pita bread.

The hot chocolate and the pastry were delicious! The place…read moreis cozy and very inviting, with the thrift store where you could appreciate antique and particular things in it. I recommend it!!

I stopped by and placed a mobile order for a tea and an apple turnover. After waiting for a bit at…read morethe pick-up location, I finally got someone's attention to help me. One of the servers let me know they didn't have any apple turnovers, so they gave me an apple puff pastry. Imagine my surprise when I got to my seat to find that it was completely hollow, not a single apple in sight! So I went back to the counter to let them know. The servers were very kind and took pictures to let their boss know, and gave me an apple fritter instead. I guess third times the charm, because that was very tasty. We stayed at our table for a while, and it got very busy. Some of my friends waited a long time for their food to be ready, but everything did taste good. I'll probably go back and hopefully have a better experience with ordering my food, because I really did enjoy the energy and everything I tried.

Very good shop. Wide variety of coffee, even wider variety of pastries. Acute little area to sit…read more Service was excellent. I want to go back and sit down and eat some cheese danishes.

I've been coming to the sweet shop bakery for a year now and can't say enough about this little…read morecozy bakery. My personal happy place to come and enjoy one of my many favorites, toasted brick oven rolls with butter and a tall hazel nut latte. Always enjoy their tasty Italian breads made right there on the premises, as well as all their pastries and cakes. Customer services is top notch and the music is great. I ordered my daughters bridal shower cookies and everyone enjoyed them. I look forward to going to the sweet shop on weekends, never disappointed. If you're in the neighborhood come in and enjoy the coffee of the day and try their breads, and assorted pastries. Thank you, Sweet Shop Bakery Maria

We hired Beans & Leaves to provide a coffee bar for our daughter's engagement brunch, and they were…read moreabsolutely fantastic. The morning of our event there was snow on the ground, and Danielle, one of the owners, personally called early to confirm everything was still on. She shoveled herself out and drove in from New Jersey to make sure the coffee bar was set up and ready. That level of dedication and professionalism truly stood out. The coffee bar itself was a huge hit. They offered espresso drinks, cappuccinos, flavored lattes, oat milk options, and iced selections -- all made fresh to order. The quality was excellent and truly café-level, not just standard event coffee. The iced lattes were especially popular with our guests. The setup was polished and professional, the baristas were friendly and efficient, and it added such a fun, elevated touch to the brunch. If you're planning a wedding event, shower, or special celebration, I highly recommend Beans & Leaves. Exceptional service, delicious coffee, and a team that genuinely cares about your event.

So good! This is what I'd expect of a Staten Island local favorite. First off, the ambiance is…read morelow-key. Upon entering, I saw customers of all ages. One table had a group of senior women catching up; another of two kids enjoying their waffles; and a third of a customer enjoying her solitude with a book in hand. Interestingly, even with the low music, the acoustics made it difficult to hear the person I was with. There was so much chatter in the space! Still, I enjoyed my time. This was my first visit, so I asked the cashier what he'd recommend for toasts. What was suggested were the avocado toast or the ricotta with fig jam and arugula toast. I went for the latter! I paired it with a hibiscus/cranberry tea called Angel Fall Mist, apparently a fav among customers. All in all, the meal was delish!!! The fig jam was not too sweet and was complemented well by the ricotta cheese. $9 for the toast plus tax came out to $10.89. The tea total was $3.27. Pretty affordable, I'd say! If you're in the neighborhood, I highly recommend it!