50 Best Cafes in Brooklyn

“Genuinely one of the best dishes I’ve ever tried. La tlayudita con aguacate y frijoles negros. The simple, clean combination of flavors paired with an excellent chili oil and flaky, crunchy preparation of the tlayudita itself? Just perfect. The tetela was also just perfect, loved the texture, cheese, and salty salsa verde.

I came here on another occasion for a blue corn queso fresco quesadilla and a mushroom taco. Have to say, the flavor here is clean and hearty. There’s a simplicity to each dish, such that the flavors are balanced and not always hit-me-over-the-head intense. Not my first choice for a taco, but absolutely the one place I’ll come to for a tetela or tlayudita. I love that For All Things Good exists.“

“Huge selection of board games. Catan, Wingspan, Coup, Heat, Betrayal, Exploding Kittens to name a few of my favorites that I saw. Shout out to Aron for suggesting some new stuff and chatting with me about pokemon he knows his stuff, super friendly! Also alot of tgc being magic and Pokemon alot of the new sets too. Good vibes and energy here.“

“Lovely place , Nice people , really good cakes. THANK YOuu (with french accens 😉)“

“Fantastica atmosfera, Lillo eccezionale, passione, professionalità e cordialità. Numero 1. Grazie“

“Great food and customer service. Try their breakfast sandwiches. The brioche is amazing!“

“Such a cozy and elegant place with wonderful staff! The Adjaruli khachapuri was beyond my expectations – truly delicious. Definitely a spot I’d love to come back to 🤍“

“It was my first time having a Mexican for breakfast and the burrito was surprisingly good! I had the hongos which had a great combination of mushrooms, eggs, black beans and more. The burrito was warm and the outer layer of the tortilla was lightly toasted. The service can be slow but it is not a big issue as long as you are not in a rush or arriving on an empty stomach.“

“I love this place, it’s so delicious and the staff is so nice! I just wish my coffee orders here would be a little more consistent. Here is a photo of two vanillas cortados (same order) ordered at the exact same time, drastically different taste and milk to shot ratio.“

“Fusion Korean/Japanese/American deli with fresh food, bubble tea, dry goods, and seating. Best spot in the neighborhood for riceballs! Prices are reasonable, portions are generous, and the owners are kind and friendly people. I bring out-of-town friends here and everytime they come back to the city they ask if we can go to the riceball place again! I always recommend the buttermilk chicken riceball. The chicken teriyaki over rice is also a great lunch deal.“

“Today we dined at one of the nicest and most affordable little restaurants in Brooklyn. The charm and the quality of the food are unbeatable.

I urge everyone who stops by here to give this place a try—it’s a real gem.

Thank you for the delicious breakfast and the incredibly friendly service.

We’ll definitely be back—and we can’t wait!“

“Just ate here. I had a mocha and a pollo asado taco and a coke. The taco was really good! My only complaint was that I didn’t order a second taco! 🤤😂😁“

“best truffle fries and yummy sauces for the burgers. Great people i will come back to this place with more friends“

“Their chicken karaage bento box was filling and delicious. The garden was a relaxing area to eat.
9/13 Went back today and I ordered the Chicken Nanban Bento Box. The chicken was crispy and flavorful, with a nice sweet and sour sauce. The egg tartar sauce on top was also delicious and paired really well with the chicken. Overall, it was another delicious meal!“

“Service is very friendly and prompt. Atmosphere is very airy and bright. They have a wide selection of great pastries, breakfast and light lunches.“

“The BLT was off the hook. Came with a nice side salad. My kids loved the corn muffins (though one said it ran a little salty). Great food and coffee but it was the atmosphere that made this place stand out to me. Lots of big plants and great music — cozy but fresh; felt like we were in Costa Rica.“

“The atmosphere is modern, yet cozy and comfortable. The fresh pasta and imported foods are excellent. Can’t wait to try a homemade cannoli!“

“After a year of living around the corner I popped in on a hunt for The City We Became by N.K. Jemisin. Cute, cozy, and Mikita was so kind! She helped me order a copy of the book when it was out of stock and I can’t wait to not only go back to pick it up, but browse and sip more regularly here :)“

“super charming little cafe with great coffee and really nice vibes. plants everywhere and people are super nice. i’d like to come back for the matcha. get beans to take home. the whole spot feels cozy, perfect for hanging out or grabbing a cup and just enjoying the mood if you can get a seat - not much seating but nice to hang out. would go again for sure, such a gem.“

“Absolutely loved this place! The breakfast was delicious, everything was fresh and beautifully presented. The staff was very friendly, polite, and attentive. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, and the service was excellent. Everything was perfect — I’ll definitely be coming back! Highly recommend!“

“I had a hot chocolate and it was excellent and well priced. The soup of the day was kale and bean and was also great. We shared one roasted chicken sandwich - also great (celery, onion, arugula and fresh, pulled chicken). Great find near the Brooklyn Botanical garden.“

“Miss Barbs is a Crown Heights establishment of the highest degree.

Their coffee and pastries are my favorites in the area, and it's a great space to hang out or work.

All the staff is super friendly and the owners are just the best.

My favorite thing about Miss Barbs is how integrated they are with the community. They run events all the time, and they're all super fun, like the spelling bee or the trash pick-up days or the little markets.

They've also got great vibes at night and it's an awesome place to get a glass of wine or two. Karaoke is my favorite thing ever and sometimes they've got a karaoke night. You can check their insta for the calendar of events.

Miss Barbs has provided me with the best customer experience I've ever had, and I'm super lucky to live nearby!“

“El café delicioso,un excelente ambiente“

“The most amazing Piadina & Frittata in Brooklyn N.Y.“

“I love this place! The owner and staff are super friendly, and the menu is fairly priced and thoughtfully curated. It’s very difficult to find good vegan soft serve in NYC and their homemade recipe is delish! Excellent matcha affogato too.“

“Clean beautiful classically bistroette! Really worth it. Great food and service!“

“This halloumi BLT is fantastic. Look at those layers. I'm particularly obsessed with the yellow cheese in addition to the halloumi. Divine!

For coffee, I got a spanish latte. It's good! The ferrero rocher latte visits me in my dreams. I don't have enough of a sweet tooth to order it, even when I crave it!“

“My first trip to Brooklyn, and subsequently, my first trip to Five Leaves. Had a great experience. Everyone was attentive and wonderful. Melissa has a lovely personality -- five stars! The food was fantastic. Didn't think I'd rave about a grilled chicken sandwich, but it was that damn good. If I lived in the area, I'd frequent this spot. Thanks for a great meal on a beautiful day!“

“I get the hype, I really do. Stepped into land to sea on a bustling Sunday morning and it did not disappoint.

I got the salted honey latte and the ham & cheese bolo bao with chili oil. FIREEE. Lines form but they move quick and I was able to find seating fairly easily since I went solo.“

“The food was good. I had a E-Classic“

“Great addition to the neighborhood. Nice place to relax and enjoy.“

“My friend and I stumbled upon this spot yesterday and absolutely loved it. The food js affordable, and it’s assembled on the spot instead of pre-prepared and reheated in an oven, and you can taste the difference. The bread on the sandwiches in particular…a crisp/crunchy exterior, a fluffy interior. Tender chicken, juicy tomatoes, unctuous sauce. Great green smoothie too! And the owner is super kind and friendly and happy to chat with and accommodate you. Plus basically everyone eating here was queer which made me feel beautifully at home. I was visiting from out of town so i don’t yet know when i’ll be back but next time i’m in the area i know where I’m getting lunch!“

“I had a chance to taste their ube latte and corn latte. It was too milky that the ube and corn were overpowered. The food menu looks great, but I was not able to try them.

Overall, the ambiance was good. Decors were cute, although the tables were a bit too close to each other.

Take note they do not allow laptop from friday to sunday.“

“Great night celebrating my daughter’s birthday. The girls had a table and my husband and I sat at the bar. The staff was so accommodating and very attentive. The food was delicious. It was the perfect place for dinner!“

“This was the most delicious bowl of Bun rice vermicelli salad I've ever had. Perfect balance of noodles, herbs (mint AND basil, not or!), sprouts, cukes, and delicious pan seared beef. All in abundance, topped with a generous helping of crispy fried shallots. Highly recommend.“

“This place is the best. Like literally the platonic ideal of a neighborhood cafe. Spacious: check. Great music: check. Tons of outlets: check. Open late (for a cafe): check. Open seven days a week: check. Great decor: check. Friendly staff: check. Give me a box and I promise you it's checked.“

“food is delicious. still need to work out a few kinks“

“Love this place! Yemeni latte and fasoulia are amazing. I have also had the shakshukah and found it to be very flavorful and delicious. Great service. The atmosphere is relaxing with quiet music and spacious seating. Definitely try this restaurant. You won't be disappointed.“

“A very belated review! My husband and I held our 40th birthdays here back in July. I had seen their cute awning when I drove. Y one day and decided to check it out - boy was I glad I did!

Jenna and the staff were so welcoming and accommodating when we checked out the place. She let us try some things from the menu and happily walked through how the space could be used for the event. So much more reasonably priced than others places that were 4x times what she was charging for food. We also were able to do a cash bar with a minimum since we had guests that were mixed in consumption.

The premixed cocktails were all delicious and super fresh. And everyone loved the food. The Labneh dip was the hit of the party. We had about 30 folks and the space was ample for that group.

Highly recommend if you are looking for a party space with charm and great food drinks and service.“

“Great staff, friendly, perfect coffee, and their desserts are simply AMAZING!“

“Excellent experience. I purchased breakfast for my crew, and everyone absolutely loved it. The food was fresh, delicious, and clearly made with quality ingredients. The staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, and welcoming from start to finish. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it a great place to enjoy a meal. Service was 10 out of 10. Highly recommended, and we will definitely be back.“

“If you're looking for a cozy spot to relax, enjoy great coffee, and indulge in delicious bites, Liebre Cafe is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, the warm and inviting atmosphere makes you feel right at home. The staff is always friendly. Trust me, everything I've tried has been fantastic.“

“Amazing coffee and a great vibe! Every cup is full of flavor, and you can tell they use high-quality beans. The service was quick and welcoming, making the whole experience even better. I’ll definitely be coming back whenever I’m in the area.“

“Bacon, egg and avocado and an everything bagel. This morning. YUM! 🥰🥰“

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“This place is awesome. The omelette croissant sandwich is the best and the service is even better. Garvin's energy is truly magnetic - he cares so much about his customers, their experience, and the energy the place brings. We love it here and are so happy it's in the neighborhood!!!“

“Delicious food on many occasions. Had a recent issue with a pani purri order and they immediately replaced it. Very kind and curteous and excellent customer service. The atmosphere is a great balance between culture and inclusive of millenials whereas other pakistani places are more boomer friendly, this place seems like what the younger pakistani generations craved in Brooklyn.“

“We had a great experience at Casa Cugine! I ordered the chicken parmesan, and my boyfriend got the chicken Caesar wrap. Both meals were delicious, fresh, and satisfying. Everything was really good, and we definitely enjoyed our food. We would absolutely come back again. Highly recommend! 😊“

“excellent et frais 🤩 je recommande !“