50 Best Cafes near Howard Beach

“The bowls are great, not only do they have acai but several options. The service was great, two very nice girls. Atmosphere is eye catching, very clean, and carries a great energy. Prices are good as well, I’ll definitely be coming back here!“

“Really good. I guess for the 1st time. 😳😳😳😳😳“

“I loved the hot chocolate bombs!!“

“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.“

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

“Incredible Cubano, excellent frozen margarita 👍🏻“

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

“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.“

“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“

“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.“

“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!“

“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!“

“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.“

“✨ It has such a beautiful, luxurious dining atmosphere. My server, Jose, was incredibly nice and attentive. My coffee was initially cold, but he immediately replaced it and also suggested some great food options. Excellent service, beautiful ambiance, and a lovely overall dining experience! ☕🍽“

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

“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!“

“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!“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“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!“

“This is the best cafe I’ve ever been to! I’m so obsessed I wish I could come here all the time. Food was amazing and well balanced, coffee was delicious and the atmosphere is so gorgeous. Wait time was not long. I love this place!“

“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!“

“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.“

“Such a lovely Italian shop ! The coffee was delicious , the atmosphere was warm and inviting , and the service was wonderful!
Geo ,the owner was , was great - so friendly , welcoming and attentive .Definitely a great spot to relax and enjoy a good coffee .
I’ll definitely be coming back .
A“

“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.“

“Hey small place that sells homemade chai! I hit this place a number of times when I was in town and really really loved it. Go see Chris and have his amazing homemade chai!“

“A wonderful bakeshop in the neighborhood! Such a gem! I love their selections of cakes and pies! My favorite is the chicken pie and banana pudding. Mary also makes the best chocolate cake and chocolate mousse. Everyone there is friendly and treats you like a family.“

“Kind staff, good selection of drinks and food is great. Definitely worth sitting in store for the atmosphere, small, quiet and comfy. Recommended for small groups or to sit and do some work on your computer. Usually not so busy, the wait for food can be 15-20 mins +“

“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!“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“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!“

“Omg that actually was the best salad i’ve ever had in my life. I got the salmon noicose salad and everything mixed together perfectly. I recommended not getting the olive dressing on it, I got it on the side and the salad was still very wet and delicious without extra oil. The salmon was crisp and soft at the same time, the tomatoes and veggies so fresh i would 100% come back.“

“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 :)“

“Gotta try the mango tea …. So good!!!! 😍😍😍😍“

“I love everything about Meow Parlor…especially Mama and Papa, the cat beds they make ( I now own 7) & daughter & hubby. AND BABY CORN, of course (& new friend Sid)—please please like, follow & subscribe to videos of the sweetest wobbly kitten in the world!“

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

“Very friendly, quick service. Seating seems generally available. Coffee was good early in the morning, not so good on our late morning visit. We enjoyed our food, and the bakery goods especially seem excellent. Nice street level view of bustling Park Ave at the front tables.“

“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.“