50 Best Cafes near Elmhurst

“The Kala tea was soooo good.
Drip coffee and croissant were great too. The crew were great.... and correcting us nicely when we moved the stools to the waiting area. 😁

Just wishing the space is bigger.“

“The best in the neighborhood!“

“I’ve visited Gorkha Deli & Cafe multiple times, and it never disappoints. The food is always fresh, delicious, and made with care. My favorite is the chopped chicken sandwich, and the fries are amazing too. The staff are friendly and welcoming, which makes every visit a great experience. Definitely one of my favorite local spots!“

“First time coming inside here always pass it but never went in wow how I regret it now, their apple lemonade r delicious as well as their onigiri rice balls nom nom ^^“

“Fast, easy, and perfect location from the 9/11 memorial. There were soooo many options of pizza. It was also open earlier than typical lunch time so it was one of the only easy food places to get to. It seemed a little dirty inside but I think that was also something that made it seem pretty authentic.“

“Definitely one of my top cafes. This cafe shop is underrated for the area. Great for studying/remote work. It has a nice Tibetan asthetic and the customer service is probably the friendliest I have seen. They have coffee, lasses, boba drinks and an entire menu of Tibetan dishes like momos. They've got small appetizers like French fries too. Bathroom and AC is excellent.“

“The best desserts in town“

“Love the food. Workers are so nice“

“Martin went above and beyond to fulfill my order! I love the Jalapeno Cheddar bagels and there's no more Au Bon Pain stores around so I called the store and asked him to hold 8 for me. He kept in touch and made sure he would have it ready for this day. He gave me hot and fresh ones and a ton of spreads! Thanks again for your service and fulfilling my request!“

“Great service David was helpful. The biscuit egg sandwich was very good and the hash browns nice and thin as I enjoyed. They gave me pot of coffee without asking but otherwise I'll try something else next time“

“Loved every dish- fluke with black tea, mint and peach(who knew raw fish and fruit went so well together?), amazing grilled artichokes and grilled eggplant. Barely touched my pasta with preserved lemon because I was full, but it was delicious. My daughter’s burger was iconic. The Platonic ideal of hamburgers. Coffee was also delicious. If we had not made a plan to go to La Cabral for dessert and more coffee, I am sure dessert would have been equally excellent.Service was excellent and our waitress was knowledgeable and interested in the food.The fluke reminded me of the first time I went to USC in 1988. I had a plate with raw marinated tuna, raw salmon and raw scallops. The little heaps of fish were so pretty on the plate with their contrasting colors.“

“I have been going here for years and absolutely love it. Service is always fabulous but today I was blown away. I ordered for pick up and was pulled into a meeting, causing me to come get my iced drink and hot sandwich 1 hour later than I was supposed to, leaving the drink melted and the breakfast sandwich cold. When I got there, Pedro didnt hesitate to offer to remake everything fresh for me. In a day where everything wasnt going my way, this gesture from him meant a lot to me.“

“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 😉)“

“What a delightful little breakfast/brunch place!!! We went here straight from the airport on our way into town, luggage and all, and it was perfect! We sat in the little outside area with the fans because the A/C was broken inside. My mom ordered the Grey Dog’s Breakfast with her eggs scrambled, French toast, and bacon, and it’s served with home fries. I ordered the egg and cheese croissant minus the parsley (not my fave) and added bacon. I’m picky about my home fries, so the server offered me french fries instead. We had exactly zero complaints about our meal. The portions are big, the eggs and bacon were cooked perfectly, and the French toast had this sweet butter with it that I can’t even compare to anything because it was so unique and delicious. The home fries ended up being DELICIOUS. The French fries were also good. I enjoyed the seasoning on them as well. I’m not a big fan of the thing shoe string fries, but these were good! The three employees we encountered were all very friendly and I would be more than happy to eat here again any time.“

“One of the best places for brunch in NYC. Everything was fresh and delicious.“

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

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

“Wonderful, caring staff(Grand Central Station)“

“Incredible Cubano, excellent frozen margarita 👍🏻“

“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.“

“Food was good and friendly customer service. I will recommend everyone this place.“

“New York is one of the world's great cities, a global center for media, entertainment, arts, fashion, research, finance and trade. This busy, modern city is the fourth largest metropolitan area in the world and the most populous city in the United States.“

“I always passed by this place whenever I walk through the shops at Columbus Circle, but today I actually stopped by to sit and eat. It was actually super affordable, especially the lunch special with the soup and the small sandwich. My server, Christian, was very polite and helpful and I would definitely come here again! The ham and swiss sandwich was a taaaaad too spicy with the dijon mustard, but beyond that - honestly super good! Especially the butternut squash soup! :D“

“Ended up here after a long day of walking around and it was exactly what I needed. Great beer selection on tap and the staff helped me pick something I actually liked. The place has a relaxed, unpretentious feel that I appreciated. Stayed longer than planned and didn't regret it.“

“My husband booked this restaurant for my 40th Birthday and it was absolutely perfect. First, they were last minute able to accommodate my friends joining us for dinner, 4 people instead of 2 on a short notice. Our server was so friendly, funny and very efficient. He had wonderful recommendations and if he didn't know the answer to a question he got us the answer. Also, he sneakily did a setup of candles for my birthday as well. As a foodie Clevelander native I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for an intimate but delicious experience.“

“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.“

“excellent et frais 🤩 je recommande !“

“LV knows how to make a statement, placing its iconic branding at the center of the experience, often letting the logo take precedence over the food. Thankfully, the food and drinks made for a pleasant birthday lunch. We enjoyed our selections, and everything tasted good, but nothing on the menu felt exceptional or memorable enough to bring me back for a specific dish. The service was perfectly adequate, keeping the experience smooth without adding any standout moments. Overall, it was an enjoyable lunch in a setting that celebrates the LV identity with food on the side.“

“I was there for a meet and greet and loved staying a few extra minutes to pet the dogs in the cafe. Such a nice break in my day!“

“these five stars are for the burger alone. the salad was alright, carrots a bit burnt, nothing to write home about. but the burger, my oh my, just come for that and you shall not be disappointed

side comment: the chairs do not have a ledge, which i personally saw as a big minus, but once again, the burger made me forget“

“Love their cold brew coffee，If you’re looking for a charming place with a great atmosphere, you can’t pass HI-Collar up.“

“Frank is amazing and so attentive and engaging! In a bustling location like Grand Central, a host, server and bar tender needs to be able to balance socializing and fast service, and Frank’s a master at this. I’m glad to see his face when I am able to stop for a glass of wine or bite to eat!“

“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!“

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

“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.“

“Ryan and Edera made us the most spectacular hot chocolates!! Mine was extra special—made with half and half + whipped cream!

Service was super friendly and looks like a great place to remote work for a bit when needing a coffee.

Good prices too!“

“amazing hot chocolate and cakes. i am not sure the wait to sit in is worth it though as i felt a little rushed. but to take away you wont be dissapointed.“

“Really happy to find that place! Great real coffee and very friendly staff.“

“The food is absolutely fabulous. It is presented beautifully. We were going to go to the place next door, but due to the wait there, we ended up at Good Thanks. Such a delightful mistake. So much so that we came down again all the way from East Harlem to come back once more before the end of our trip. This is a must visit.“

“Lovely atmosphere and did my breakie the way this Australia gal likes it. Hope the new location does well!“

“The best Algerian restaurant in NYC, no doubt 🥰“

“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! 🤤😂😁“

“This cafe is so lovely. I had the pleasure of Desi and Aida assisting me with my order. They made the most delicious soy chai with amazing foam. Their desserts were amazing as well. It was refreshing to be greeted with such positive and friendly energy in New York. I can't wait to come back when I am in the area. Make sure to come to this cafe if you want a lovely experience and great food and drinks!“

“My opinion is 9.1/10. Def lived up to hype. I had the yuzu, has a lemon flavor and I did enjoy it. If back in the area would try other flavors I heard the boba is what they are know for. Check out my in depth video reviews on any of the platforms below. TikTok: TheUrbanLegend4 Instagram: UrbanLegend4 Facebook: Panayoti Kokalis YouTube: Urban Legend“

“This is what A Vietnamese coffee shop should be! The personal connection, the well thought-out decoration and most importantly, the amazing coffee! They do sell out quickly so be there early during the day! And make sure to say hi to Hien - the heart and soul behind it all!“

“Excellent coffee and best cookies in the city! Baristas know what they’re doing, service is quick, and single origin specialty coffee is a bonus!“