50 Best Cafes near Fresh Meadows

“I love the energy they have behind the counter especially Myra !!! but PLEASE please please (3x) bring the GARLIC TOAST BACK . That was my favorite and my go to after the gym forreal . I’ll never be the same without it ☹“

“This is a small, peaceful place. Service is great and what I ate, was excellent!
I had a zacusca toast, which is an eggplant spread with roasted peppers on multi grain bread, and an egg on top.
It was so yummy, and the perfect little bite after a doctor's appointment.“

“Gracias BonBon Bakery por el cake maravilloso para mi boda, me lo entregaron perfecto a tiempo, recibí muchos complementos de mis invitados de lo delicioso que estaba, el relleno de guava y dulce de leche fue en éxito total! Siempre hago mis órdenes con confianza 🙏“

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

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

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

“Absolutely loved this café! The ambience is warm, cozy, and beautifully designed with elegant lighting, greenery, and a very relaxing vibe. Had brunch and coffee here, and everything was fresh, delicious, and perfectly made. The atmosphere feels calm yet lively — the kind of place where you can sit for hours and enjoy good conversations.

The aesthetic interior, soft lighting, and overall good vibes make this café feel extra special. The staff were welcoming, and the whole experience felt comforting and peaceful. Definitely one of those hidden gems you’ll want to come back to again and again. Highly recommend for brunch, coffee dates.

Top notch Potato Achar on the side it totally gives Nepali vibes“

“If you're looking for authentic Greek food and pastries, Meri's Bakeshop is an absolute gem. As someone who is half Greek and grew up eating homemade Greek food, I can honestly say this is the best Greek bakery and food I've had anywhere in the United States.

Everything we tried was exceptional, from the Greek cookies to the baklava and spanakopita and tiropita. You can taste the quality, tradition, and care in every bite. Even better, Meri creates fresh specials daily, so there's always something new and delicious to try.

What truly sets this place apart is Meri herself. She is one of those rare people who instantly makes you feel like family the moment you walk through the door!! Her warmth, hospitality, and passion for sharing Greek culture shine through in everything she does.

Meri's Bakeshop feels like stepping into someone's home for a meal. The food is incredible, but it's the combination of authentic flavors and genuine hospitality that makes it so special. This is the kind of place you find once and then tell all your friends about- I can't wait to go back!“

“This is one of my go-to spots in Crown Heights. Everyone who works here is really nice and the food is amazing. My faves are the pancakes (they come with dulce de leche butter!) and the crispy eggplant sandwich. Great coffee and I also love the horchata. Highly recommended“

“Extremely recommended! The best chilaquiles in NYC! The food is clearly made with love, the service is excellent, and the atmosphere captures the best city vibes. The owners and staff are incredibly warm and welcoming. We come here for breakfast almost every weekend, and they always treat us like family. It's one of those special places that keeps us coming back. Highly recommend!“

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

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

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

“Awesome design! Friendly atmosphere! BUREKASIM!“

“My first time at Wonder was exceptional. Was recommended it by a friend has no idea what I was walking into. Food was exceptional - I got the Tejas Barbecue brisket meal. The place was clean, people were kind. First time here and I’ll definitely bb back.“

“The environment is very warm and feels natural. They used to have a pacman game by the stools on the side, but have gotten rid of that. However, the food is AMAZING. I have been coming here for the past year or so whenever I have appointments or am craving a sweet treat. I love the biscoff and cream waffle but also the k-dogs have been good for when I want hot foods.“

“The guy is so nice. The iced latte was excellent (and I’m a coffee snob), and the tuna sandwich was excellent (I’m also a tuna sandwich snob). And my friend really liked his his strawberry rose matcha. Outdoor seating is pleasant too.“

“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!“

“Really cool mix of coffee shop and chinatown pork buns and other chinese style pastries

I got the cream tart and the pork bun. Both were really good.

Only downside is the entire place was full of people sitting with their laptops so wasnt able to sit anywhere inside.“

“Great soft serve, excellent customer service, and cute plant-based products! Really enjoyed eating this soft serve because it's made with real ingredients. I'm hoping for a Pumpkin Spice Soft Serve this fall 🤞🧡 🎃“

“The service is wonderful! At the same time, the atmosphere inside and outside the store while enjoying your coffee or crepe is relaxing. A great getaway from our daily routine.“

“Great service, delicious iced coffee and matcha latte!“

“Stopped in for a cold juice while out for a walk. It was a nice experience and we loved our juices but what makes this place special is the owner Maria. She made us feel so welcomed and treated us as if we were her family. I wish I could give more than 5 stars. Please go support a local business!“

“The best in the neighborhood!“

“Excellent food and lovely people!!! Recommended 100%“

“We were visiting from out of town this week and came to Moco more than once just because of how friendly the staff was. We met Jana, one of the women working, and we had to come back because she was just so awesome. The whole staff was incredibly kind and made our day! Yez was awesome too. Love this whole staff:))“

“my bf and i visited today and it was a very cute and cozy spot for breakfast!! we got a blt and salmon dish (not pictured), they were pretty good but a bit pricey. we also got dessert and this was definitely the highlight of our time here— so delicious and sweet! great and kind service as well. i hope to come back again when i’m in the area to try their coffee and gelato ^^“

“We ate everything so fast that we forgot to take pictures, but here is half of our Juice. I ordered the avocado toast with egg and cheese and to say that sounds like OK yeah whatever, however, at the proprietors recommendation, I got that and so began my ascent into culinary Shangri-La! I also ordered the Indian scrambled eggs and had her add a little curry to it as well, and I say this next thing as a lifelong breakfast chef:
These were the best scrambled eggs I have ever put in my face! I could have continued to eat them until I was in pain and then I would still be sad to stop! However, the portion was perfect for me and my ever grazing fiancé! We also got two of the fresh juices, the anti-inflammatory and the veggie lovers and these were also next level delicious very large and everything was completely reasonably priced. I want to try out as many places as I can while I’m in New York briefly, but we’re gonna eat breakfast here again tomorrow! This is just too good!“

“Unique space. Great vibe. Vast selection of beverages. Tasty authentic cuisine. Fresh pastries. Five star service. A jewel of Harlem.“

“Such a cute unique and cozy vibe! I fell in love with the dalgona milk bingsoo. It’s the best bingsoo I’ve had in NYC and outside of Korea and that’s saying a lot! Very unique and complex taste that I wasn’t expecting.“

“I live about a 15-minute walk from this Filipino cafe, and I’m so happy I finally visited. It’s such a cozy and cute little spot. The staff was incredibly welcoming and friendly. I had the iced Ube Eclipse, which comes with a shot of espresso, and it was absolutely delicious. They recommended sipping it before mixing it with the straw, and the flavor was so well balanced. You could really taste the quality ingredients, and it wasn’t overly sweet at all, just perfect. Definitely coming back to try more of their food, pastries, and coffee bar drinks“

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

“This restaurant was amazing! The person working there was very kind and answered my questions in a way I understood. I got my latte. It was made in a quick fashion. There were nice, clean tables to sit in to enjoy my latte. I highly recommend this location“

“The food was absolutely delicious, and the overall experience was amazing. The owner is incredibly friendly and welcoming, which makes the atmosphere even more enjoyable. Every dish we tried was fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. We’re so glad we didn’t miss the chance to visit this café. If you're in the area, be sure to stop by and try everything—you won't be disappointed!“

“Food is so delicious and great, we tried the egg and cheese with halal bacon which was tasty, but the short ribs sandwich is another level of tastiness, was just perfect!
Their coffee is also perfect.
The staff are very friendly and nice, for sure I recommend this spot for a brunch.“

“It’s more of a desert shop. Very tasty. The atmosphere is great too and very clean. The only down fall to the restaurant is the staff. Not welcoming at all and don’t greet you. I’m from out of country and I love to experience new places and I like to go back to restaurants that are friendly and warm, however, I won’t return here because of the staff lack of hospitality.“

“Espresso drinks > drip coffee. As good as it gets in the area - minus the specialty places with third wave beans.

Great breakfast sandwiches — always piping hot, straight off the grill. Highly recommend - this is a local favorite for a reason.“

“My boyfriend and I came here on a whim and were greeted with kindness upon entering by Chenet!☺ Shout out to her for her warmth, prompt assistance and recommendations! We would come back here for sure since the interior design/aesthetics of this place were gorgeous! On top of that, the vibe was immaculate and intimate around 7pm on a Saturday!🎉 It almost felt like VIP service! My boyfriend ordered the steak frites, I ordered the pistachio pasta and both were delicious! I like that they made the pasta not so salty and that I could adjust the salt to my liking with table salt. Also we ordered the sliders and they were good too! I highly recommend giving this place a visit, it's clean, beautiful and great customer service! Thanks again Chenet!!☺🎉 The drinks are also great btw!“

“Cafe con Libros is a wonderfully appointed bookstore with a purpose! With an extensive selection of authors, this is a place for book, justice, and freedom lovers! As a Panamanian immigrant, I’m proud that this book store is a space created for knowledge, community, safety, and possibilities! Asé 🫶🏾.“

“They operate out of a renovated RV with only outdoor seating from my observation. It's definitely a unique little spot, but don't expect too much. I enjoyed my coffee, and the service was awesome about informing me on vegan latte options!“

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

“I stopped at Alita this morning for the BEC on the chorizo and cheddar biscuit. I was expecting something tasty, but I was floored by how incredibly delicious this sandwich was. This was the type of sandwich that I would leave Manhattan for and order again. Simply wonderful. Thank you!“

“So happy to see Cug open his own place :) Very neighborhood-friendly, cozy spot. All the staff were super friendly snd nice, recommended some sightseeing here in Brooklyn (my wife and I were visiting). Cug popped by, super chill dude, had a small convo. The food was great, I got the Time Immemorial and my wife got the Ya Sista, both were exceptional. Also, there is a nice selection of imported Italian sauces, pastas, oils, etc. Highly recommend!“

“Best Marathon Station EVER!!!“

“ottimo accogliente davvero speciale. consigliatissimo!“

“my first time here, the food was great and presentation of food is delightful. will definitely go back“

“I've been going here every day for over a month now, I've always got great Americanos and croissants along with awesome service from Brandon the super cool barista, he's always on top of his game. I highly recommend this place.“

“Wow. Can’t even find the words to express how amazing this was. 100% worth everything. The service was amazing, such a sweet woman. We were well taken care of and the food is delicious. Will definitely be coming back next time we are near LIC!“

“Well what started out as "oh let's try this place" as we hunted for a new brunch spot has quickly become a fam and friends fav. This eatery is a hidden gem in the mount Haven section of the BX...who knew!? Love the rustic casual ,chill vibe & the rooftop seating on a summer day is everything. The food... fresh uncomplicated, there are halal vegan& vegetarian options. The chocolate croissant and vegan carrot cake 🥰 My personal favorite is avocado toast with turkey bacon , arugula or the goddess bowl add a great cup of coffee or Chai latte it's all delish!! To the staff are friendly and helpful. We love this eatery so much we just had my friend's son's wedding there, intimate, beautiful. A must try.“

“Worth the trip for some yummy and unique gluten free food! I wish there were more locations, if this was closer to me I would be visiting here all the time. They are a small shop and were pretty busy when we went in on a Sunday afternoon, but the staff was super friendly and very accommodating. Hashbrowns and waffles were to die for 😍“