04/27/24: Neighborhood cafe. Nice eclectic feel. Friendly staff and yummy treats…read more I have been sampling the stuff festivals. All delicious some spicier than others. All in all a chill place to have coffee, smoothies, and small bites.

This coffee house and juice bar is such a great addition to the neighborhood and I was very excited…read moreto try it. So far I've been here twice and both times were lovely. There's a variety of juices, smoothies, coffee and small bites. I had an almond croissant that was so yummy. Staff is super friendly and d welcoming. Location is just up the block from the L train station. The space is inside is pretty bring with lots of seating. There is also a conference room in the back.

Such a cute, small cafe in Bergen Beach!…read more We were in search of a new local coffee spot and decided to give Highly Grounded a try. We loved their house made syrups - they tasted fresh & you're definitely able to tell it isn't the cheap store bought stuff. During this visit we tried the Suavemente Latte & Raspberry Mocha - both had the perfect amount of sweetness and were the perfect morning pick-me-up. For the price, it's comparable to a large chain coffee shop like Starbucks, but I would much rather support local (like this one!)

Without a doubt, this has to be one of the most enjoyable experiences I've had at a coffee bar ever…read moreand I am not exaggerating. The vibe was chill and barista/owner could not have been nicer. He was giving me little coffee samples along with telling me about the different types of coffee they offered. He literally could teach a master class in coffee. Such a wonderful human being. I ended up getting a lightly iced Suave Mente, which was 2 shots of espresso, a heaping spoonful of Nutella and steamed milk of your choice. I chose oat milk. The texture was perfectly frothy, just the way I like it and the taste was smooth, sweet and sublime. I plan on returning to buy a bag of the local coffee beans to French press at home and try a slice of the lemon almond cake that looked wonderful. Great experience here today.

Definitely a gem! Easy ordering friendly staff super clean and chill vibes, very good Cortado and…read morethe Pumpkin patty really hit the spot! Food looked great on other folks tables! Highly recommend, next time I'm in East New York I'm headed back!

This is one of my favorite places to come to, and I've been coming to Brooklyn Bland for years. My…read morefavorite things to get are the shrimp salad, the shrimp burger, and an array of patties. I love how everything is so fresh and healthy, but in a way it doesn't take away from the essence of the community. The service is always 10 out of 10 regardless what location I go to. The ambience is very clean welcoming I will also say that I think this will be a good place to work from as well doesn't really ever get too busy throughout the day so definitely check it out if you can.

Dope little spot right here. I walked in and the guy behind the counter immediately acknowledged…read moreme, but wasn't too pushy about me placing my order. Then HE asked a few questions about exactly how I wanted it and made my food. I'll be back

Fantastic place to eat, drink some coffee or smoothie. The sweet potato fries are awesome. Great…read moreatmosphere and very clean. Lots of vegan options. I got the strawberry smoothie and red velvet as well.

Maria's Restaurant and Coffee Shop you are absolutely awesome, I had a lovely experience here…read moreyesterday. Reasonably priced and quality. Enjoyed all of what we had. All of the staff are incredibly welcoming - you definitely feel welcome and taken care of. Would totally come back again to Maria's Restaurant and Coffee Shop.

Food is pretty good. Prices are consistent and decent which is hard for this area apparently. They…read morehave a good assortment of dishes and can make food on the fly for you too. Small place and can dine in but sometimes you will come out with your clothes smelling like food all day.

Love that there is a cute coffee shop in Bushwick that actually taste good as has a good vibe!…read more The inside is spacious, warm and welcoming. I went during my lunch break when I felt for a treat and wanted to stretch my legs. It was pretty packed in there with many people using the place as a working location. ( I WOULD TOTALLY WORK OUT FROM THERE.. they have a TV and was playing 90s shows when I was there) The service was great and pretty quick. I ordered a vegan chocolate cookie and a cortardo with oat milk. The coffee was amazing and the cookie was rich and had the perfect texture. Was so happy to have stumbled into this spot!

I love this quaint and cozy cafe located on the corner of Broadway and Covert Street where Bedstuy,…read moreBushwick and Ocean Hill collide (in my opinion). It's typically super calm in the cafe and there is plenty of seating with minimal crowds. The service is above average and there are numerous warm beverages both caffeinated and decaffeinated for one's preference. They also have a double handful of food options which are more tasty than one would expect for a small cafe. In addition, they have a clean and nice sized restroom. The cafe is a great place to work, read, or just chill out alone or with a friend or with a very small group. Another bonus, they had Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone playing on the projector screen located on the back wall.

This place gave me so much love and patience while I was living in Brownsville. The food is…read moreactually really good and all kosher but most of all the coffee is just incredible and the location is perfect. The staff are some of the nicest people I've ever met and are so understanding with customers (I would go in and buy one large iced mocha with two extra shots of espresso and then work on my laptop for a bit.) There is internet and it is open 24hrs. Sometimes it can get super packed up but even then it's worth the line and they get through heavy rushes pretty fast honestly. Plus it gets packed for a reason, it's the best. I can't have dairy anymore but they actually have a load of dairy free options for drinks and food and overall it's just a very thoughtful place. If you want to try some of the best coffees/teas/chai lattes in all of New York, head over to their crown heights or Coney Island locations and you will NOT be disappointed. I've probably had a couple hundred drinks from there in the past but y'all ready know when I make it to New York next, Chocolatte is my first stop

Nice little place, just around the corner from the 770. I bought some coffee beans to take home,…read moreplus a couple of kipahs. Nice atmosphere, great staff. They helped me pick the right roast for my tastes (I am particular when it comes to my coffee!) My only regret is that I didn't have more time to sit and enjoy a cup of their coffee. Next time! There's lots of coffee roasters in NY (duh!). If you haven't tried Chocolatte yet, it's worth the trip to Crown Heights.

Upon walking into Happy Coffee Shop you are warmly greeted by the workers with a smile and the…read moredelicious scents of the handmade food. They have a large menu with American and Mexican specialties. My mom and I had the chicken and the beef quesadilla platter. They were fresh, delicious and made with love and care. The avocado was buttery soft and the meat was tender and well marinated. They take great pride in their high quality food, service and decor.

I was in the area for work and couldn't go far so I searched on Yelp and found Happy's so I jumped…read morein the car and headed over to grab some food. When I walked in, I was immediately greeted by two smiling gentlemen who asked how my day was going and listened to the response. I went over to the buffet table and ordered, rice, beans and some steak. One of the guys asked if I wanted a salad with my ordered and that sounded good so I went with it. They made a beautiful plate, I grabbed a water and they sent me on my way for $10. The food was good and the service was top notch. I'll definitely stop in if I'm in the area again.

I just love the yummy breakfast choices the on-point espresso drinks here. And the owner is just…read morelovely! Get there early to get a seat. It gets very busy.

I love this local coffee shop but I have to take off a star because they need to get an ice…read moremachine. Twice I was there right at opening and there was a 30 min wait for ice so no cold beverages. I drink cold brew and iced matcha latte 365 days out of the year so that is no bueno. But the pastries are delicious and they warm them up so I will be back and hope that they figure it out. Great neighborhood spot, and good food.

I absolutely love this place. I first came here for a Yelp event week, where I tried the Hood…read moreHealer and their vegan lentil soup. Both were incredible and I felt immensely better afterwards. I later returned on several occasions and tried their Moon Milk, which is a delicious mixture of turmeric, cardamom, coconut and ashwahganda, the Key to the Garden drink (coconut, nutmeg, cacao, cinnamon and maple), their vanilla chocolate chip cookies and regular chocolate chip cookies. You can get these drinks hot or iced. I had all of them iced! I also had one of the best iced matcha lattes ever from here with sweet coconut milk. WOW. From what I've seen, baked goods change daily and their drink menus change semi often as well, which is exciting!! Outside, there is some seating, lovely items and books for purchase and a window to order, as well as the menu items displayed on boards and items around the space. Inside is quite similar, but with more items for sale and more seating. The vibes are immaculate and this seems to be a space that's community centered and has an emphasis on carrying items made by local artists. Remember to bring cash to tip. I cannot wait until my next visit here!!

When they said secret Garden, I suppose so because I have a hard time finding this spot because it…read moredoesn't outright have any signage that says secret Garden or juice bar like it's supposed to or what you would think that it should so I just think that's kind of weird, but once you walk past the place several times. You realize it's cluttered with a bunch of knickknacks and other games and accessories that. Some of the items inside look like they're either for sale or just meant for display, which is fine, but I feel like it distracts from the main purpose, which is serving food and being a comfortable resting spot. It's no fault of the place, but the vibe is a mix of reggae, African folk music, and incense, and it contrasts sharply with the environment outside. There's an Italian restaurant across the street blasting Frank Sinatra type music, so the clash is noticeable. I feel like maybe the sound could be adjusted or balanced somehow. As part of the promotion, I ordered the vegan lentil soup. It was okay, nothing special but not bad. Then I was served an iced chai latte, and most of the spices sank to the bottom under the ice. After I swirled it, the spices still didn't have much flavor. It wasn't strong or pungent, and you couldn't really taste the spices or feel any of the digestive benefits chai is usually known for. It didn't taste like tea; it was just mildly sweet. I could see myself drinking it with a dessert, but it didn't stand out on its own. The service was friendly. I hope this place the best and want it to succeed but it needs to literally clean up.