50 Best Cafes near Forest Hills

“I was walking by and figured I'd try something sweet and I'm glad I did. I bought a banana walnut muffin and a blueberry and cheese croissant. The croissant was amazing. Its better than most bakeries. Can't wait to go back to try the coffee. Its very clean inside but the storefront is very generic. I dont care except that it didnt draw me in. I just went in on a whim. 👍🏼“

“My staff, friends and I have been to this place years ago and that the staff ordered grilled chicken sandwich from this store. The service was wonderful, and the atmosphere was that there were people watching the tv, helping, out, and many other things.“

“My husband and I were in town for a concert, and this spot was the closest coffee shop to our AirBNB. We are SO glad we stopped in. The coffee and tea tasted amazing. The pastries were also delicious, and the staff was more than happy to warm them up for us. Rachel was our barista during the multiple times we stopped in, and she was so friendly and makes the best coffee. The shop was so cute, decorated for autumn. Definitely recommend!“

“Such a great spot! Not just because of the quality masa, delicious fillings, and casual atmosphere, but they also carry great agave spirits (I had some Amatiteña blanco during my last visit, and even the price point was... *Drum roll ... On point (Thank you! I'll let myself out).“

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

“I was traveling for my studies, and it was incredible for the time I spent here. Our bartender was Frank, a great person. I won't forget him. This place is perfect for disconnecting and getting a good meal. Without a doubt, I'll be back on my next trip.“

“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!“

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

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

“The vibe here is so cozy warm and friendly, but it's not the best for settling in and getting work done due to their 90 min policy.

The cafe is spacious and the drinks and pastries are delicious. I wanted to try the famous pistachio croissant but they were out at 2pm! So I got the pistachio muffin on my guy's rec. It's filled with pistachio butter. So delicious, pistachio lover's dream. Their hot chocolate is really rich and chocolatey too, not watery at all.

As for service, the reviews about wanting to be the baristas' best friend are accurate, they are very kind and caring people. The guy who took my order thoughtfully toasted my muffin without me even asking!“

“We're heading to a show at Rose Theater and wanted a quick bite and a glass of wine. Tartinery was perfect! They seated us in a reasonable time, no reservation needed and the food was delicious. The wait staff was attentive and friendly. The wine French and yummy. Highly recommend!“

“Amazing food and the service was great and attentive! Had a cappuccino with oat milk and a breakfast plate with avocado toast and French toast to share. Very flavorful meal and the espresso was amazing.

I also really loved how they decorated the place with a variety of portraits and positive affirmations around the cafe!

Will definitely visit again next time with friends and family to try out more food options and drinks! :)“

“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.“

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

“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!“

“If I could come back for every meal I would. From the hostess and host to the servers and food everything was beyond incredible.

Order the tasting menu. You’ll love every bit of it. The little details were incredible and every single member of their team went above and beyond. Will definitely be back as often as possible.“

“My husband and i found this place after needing food from traveling. 1,000% recommend, the flavor combinations are delicious. I had a Vicky Velcro and a fresh squeezed OJ (pictured). He had the Madame and loved it! If in the area you have to check them out.“

“Awesome design! Friendly atmosphere! BUREKASIM!“

“Wonderful, caring staff(Grand Central Station)“

“It’s flavorful and doesn’t have all that extra sugar. Easy to make. I love the recipes people are sending in as well!“

“I've been going here for years & it is so sweet--staff are always so nice & helpful, the coffee & pastries are great, and they do so much for the community its been amazing to see them grow. I usually sit in with a friend & it's my favorite part of the morning <3“

“Sweet and kind people and service. Cute spot. Stopped by here to grab and go something in a rush for the kid. Went with waffles and with side of fluff and Nutella. Looked yummy I didn't have any though but the nephew loved it. I gotta come back
Here for snacks for myself next time.“

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

“I've been to a lot of coffee shops in my life, and this is my favorite. The coffee is good, the service is super fast, and the employees are genuinely nice people.

But what really makes this place special is that it actually feels like a local community spot. There currently are only three people I've ever seen working behind the counter, and it was special to watch them expand from their tiny shop to a larger location.

So many coffee shops feel soulless, but this place is different...You can really tell they care about what they've built here. The design seems so thoughtful – there are these cute cartoon animals on the walls, and Tenz told me they put them there specifically so babies in strollers have something to look at while their parents wait in line. I feel lucky to live near a shop that so much care has been put into!“

“Delicious no words to describe the authentic taste of the food
The best place to go for coffee and breakfast in the area and Brooklyn for far
I always try something new and it’s just so special
Staff is the best great hospitality“

“We were seated in the back at some corner which was pretty uncomfortable to me as I felt claustrophobic there. There was an available table in the front. I asked to be seated there but they couldn’t because “it’s a table for three” and it was two of us. Interestingly, they could seat one person at the table for two and they could seat three persons at the table for four.“

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

“The jammy eggs are quite literally THE JAM. This spot has little seating but things move pretty quickly. The service was incredible— such kind people who work here. The food was amazing. I had the kale Caesar (best Caesar dressing ever) and my partner had an egg sandwich. She said it was the best egg sandwich she has ever had… which is saying a ton!“

“The best in the neighborhood!“

“support the bzrrio by supporting the local businesses and not the Stsrbuck types“

“I tried the Reuben and the strawberry rose iced matcha. The sandwich was fire, steaming hot and served within minutes, perfect ratio of meat to bread, and the bread itself was fresh and delicious. I could’ve used more sauerkraut but that’s a personal preference.“

“I absolutely loved this place!! I gifted a box of mini croffles to my friend to share with others and she said they tasted amazing. Perfect for my friend’s sweet tooth. I also ordered the injeolmi croffle for myself and this place might be my new fav cafe in New Jersey!!“

“This place is amazing! Their soft serve is so creamy, smooth and tasty! Made it into an affogato and it was 🧑🏻‍🍳💋. The staff here are also so friendly, highly recommend! Wish I lived closer so I could get it more often, but definitely a spot I’d go out of my way to go to with friends 🥰“

“Good quality, family-friendly, reasonable price. The owner was very friendly and accommodating to my two young children. They had fun in the cafe and enjoyed their very healthy smoothies. Would recommend to parents for an enjoyable and low-stress outing with healthy food for your kids“

“Took two trips here on the same day to sample something for brunch and for lunch. For starters, the place is pretty big despite how the place looks from the entrance. The people working behind the counter were pretty cool, service was on point. For breakfast I had the Nutella Custard Croffle and a can of Celsius. The croffle was delightful for sure, pleasing to the taste buds though one small complaint...I don't think croffles are a good base for any sandwich because it was messy eating that, the croffle was kinda all over the place eating it.

Came back here for lunch after a few hours in the gym to order a Mocha Haze Power Smoothie and a Smoked Turkey Croffle. Croffle sandwiches here are delicious as a whole but they are very unstable and can leave a mess so as a note, ALWAYS ask for extra napkins. The smoothie was very good and filling too. I could see myself coming around here a couple more times, trying out as much of their expansive menu as I possibly could.“

“This is hands down the best coffee shop in Bushwick — and I’ve tried just about all of them. The espresso and coffee here are unmatched, which is why I find myself coming back every single morning. Personal fav is the pumpkin spice latte and the mocha latte with an extra espresso shot in each.

While I haven’t tried the food myself (I can’t have gluten), I often tell my friends about this place, and once they go they always rave about how good everything is — so much so that they go regularly on their own.

On top of the coffee, what really sets this place apart is the staff. There’s one girl who’s there every day, and she always brightens my morning with her kindness. I know that sounds corny but they are all genuinely friendly and welcoming and this is a big part of the reason I continue to come back every morning!!“

“Such a sweet spot. Staff is kind and attentive. They do not rush you. The decore reminds me of a curated antique store with Victorian inspiration. Very clean and calm. Purple yam latte was yummy.
Not really a study place. They don't have wifi and please don't bring laptops per the sign.“

“Cute well decorated shop with seating, plants, and cold vegan food. Wish they had outlets for laptops or fresh hot food. Looks like they have liquor but they’re closed after 3pm and on weekends so that doesn’t really make sense?. Tried a horchata latte and it was very sour and difficult to drink. Man happily fixed and changed it for me. Second drink still bad.. Would not eat here again but would come back for a casual daytime date just because of the cozy ambience & Great service.“

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

“Hands down one of the most beautiful coffee shops I’ve ever seen! I had an almond milk latte and it was so creamy, pretty, and delicious! Also the staff was very friendly!! So far my family and I have been welcomed to NYC with so much love from everyone! ❤️💐🗽“

“Great coffee and baristas, but the screen free zone downstairs during the day is unnecessary when completely empty on most days. Do a time limit if you're concerned about turnover/dining or minimum spend. Would be great to have Turkish coffee back or a pour over option as well.“

“mi piace tanto il vostro posto,e veramente un piccolo parte della nostra Italia mandato qui a new York, grazie ragazzi 👌🥂“

“Great little spot…cozy atmosphere and friendly and welcoming bar tender (Miss Barb’s son). It’s a coffee shop by day that transforms into a bar in the evening, which was a pleasant surprise. I wish they had beer on tap, but the selection of canned beers is solid. I’ll definitely be coming back. Also great vibes and music.“

“Beautiful array of pastries“

“AMAZINGGGG BUBBLE TEA, CREPE, ROLLED ICE CREAM & MORE!!! WILL BE BACK FOR SURE“

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

“enjoyed my Sunday morning with relishing brunch!“

“good food the most amazing jerk chicken and the best drinks“