50 Best Cafes near Kew Gardens

“I came to New York to visit my mother and discovered this place by a coincidence and I’m so glad I did! The coffee is exceptional, easily the best I’ve had anywhere. The owner is welcoming, and genuinely kind. This little spot truly made my day. Highly recommended.“

“I’ve been going to ateaz for a while now and I love their limelight drink and double chocolate cookie. The only thing is it does take a while to get your drinks but I personally don’t mind. I live a little far but whenever I’m in the area I love to go here!!“

“My wife and I stumbled onto this location one day when passing through Queens. She just wanted to grab a quick cup of coffee, but what we got was so much better than expected. We had a “flat white” which was amazing high-quality coffee. And a piece of homemade baklava. I have to say this was hands-down, The absolute BEST baklava I’ve ever had in my life and if you’re a fan of this dessert, you absolutely need to go try it for yourself. I myself, have grown-up eating plenty of baklava. In my hometown, we have one of the highest Middle Eastern populations in the country so we have plenty of great baklava but I’ve still never had it this good. It was Perfect!✨ A large quantity, but not too filling, well-defined layers, very light & flaky but still moist, and just the right amount of nuts. when you bite into it, no part of the dessert gets lost or covered up. You can taste every element standing out with prominent flavor; from the freshness of the walnuts to the sweetness of the syrup and quality of the dough. After talking to the owner for a while, she explained to us how she bakes everything herself and how she refuses to buy her desserts from bakeries or skimp out on quality even if it makes her job easier. Let me tell you, it shows! I highly respect the integrity she brings to her baking and her café. She also gave us some cookies that were amazing as well.

Now let me tell you a bit about the owners of this establishment. They’re a dedicated hard working family from Montenegro and were some of the nicest people I’ve ever met in my travels. They were VERY kind warmhearted people who opened their business up to us as if it was their home and we were long time friends, stopping by for a visit. It was honestly surreal how comfortable they made us feel. We spoke for over an hour and enjoyed their beautifully designed and well kept Café/Bar. Whenever I go to a new location, I really pay close attention to how much the owners care about their business and the customers they serve. It is by far the most important criteria. With these owners, you can tell they really put their all into the business and it is truly a family affair. I loved how the husband and wife were both there working together and even their daughter pitches in. The daughter even drew this amazing Halloween picture on the board by the entrance and you can tell how proud her parents are of her skills. I truly admire the love and attention this family puts into their business, and I can confidently say they’re the American dream in action!🇺🇸 Please go pay these guys a visit I promise you won’t be disappointed. I know for us, It will be worth it to make the trip from New Jersey to visit again soon.“

“Cozy place with excellent atmosphere and wonderful and delicious food.

I tried the mix platter and it was amazing! Se fresh, natural and everything has it unique flavor.

At the and, a very well prepared alfogato was the great finally“

“this corner spot caught our eye at around 9 on a thursday with it’s red glow & cute sunken dining room that is visible from the street. the ambiance - warm and cozy. the service - quick and very personable. the bartender is awesome. the food & drink - perfect. got the spiked horchata drink n a birria res gordita, both amazing and still thinking about… ***the best fresh masa/tortillas pressed right before serving - all within view from the bar - dinner n a show. literally can’t say enough good things. excited to come back. :)“

“I love this place so much and it always hits the spot. It’s such a homey vibe and I’m always so impressed with how efficiently they can make food considering how small the open kitchen is. I’ve tried several things on the menu and they all slap. I love the effort that’s put into the presentation and you really can’t beat the price.

Most importantly i love that the kitchen is like 3 tias - it tugs my heart strings“

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

“Awesome design! Friendly atmosphere! BUREKASIM!“

“After hearing great things about Land to Sea, we made the trip all the way from Long Island City—with our foster dog Mission in tow! The staff were so kind and even offered him ice water on a hot morning, which we really appreciated. We sat outside and were grateful for the shaded seating.

I had the roast pork bun and coconut bun—both were absolutely delicious! Perfectly chewy, moist, and full of authentic flavor.

Thank you for your kindness and hospitality. We’ll definitely be back!

Mission’s IG: @missiononamission“

“This place is a hidden gem in Williamsburg! It’s such a cute and cozy spot for Gelato and smoothies. Coffees are also served. The gelato was delicious! Great music and atmosphere. They even have a vinyl player, which I briefly played with. They have plenty of seating indoors and outdoors.“

“The best in the neighborhood!“

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

“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.“

“enjoyed my Sunday morning with relishing brunch!“

“super sweet staff and great lattes! while I hung out to do work, I noticed everyone behind the counter was friendly and chatted with literally everyone who came in. great vibes, comfy seating for hanging for a bit. would love to gatekeep this place to keep it chill and quiet, but they deserve the review more! highly recommend ♥️“

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

“Expensive and Way overpriced. Tables could have been bigger. Is a cute friendly like atmosphere place. They did get us right away and the service was friendly. The waffle was pretty good with the cream cheese, whipped cream. It was satisfying. Coffee wasn’t bad but not great. Refreshers were just warm tea. Eclectic furniture and decorations. $1 for an egg and $3 for 4 strawberries that were cut so tiny, it would make you think there were more.“

“I live right down the block, and Tenz is hands down my favorite coffee. First off the owner is so friendly and remembered my order w in 2 times of going, and it’s always delicious. But beyond that it’s the most affordable coffee I’ve come across and a bonus somehow they are always playing bangers. Try them out you will not be disappointed!“

“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! ❤️💐🗽“

“Popped in for a quick latte while waiting for a friend — ended up chilling way longer than planned. Cozy downstairs, peaceful backyard, and super fresh coffee. Baha, the barista, was incredibly kind and made the whole place feel extra welcoming. A total gem in the Upper East Side. Saved and starred!“

“My first time coming here today and wow!! 10/10, this is one of the best and freshest smoothies I’ve ever had. It was so sweet even though it didn’t have any added sugar and the owners are so nice, I would definitely recommend especially if you live in the neighborhood!“

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

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

“What a Wonderful Time We have enjoyed at Emmons Palace yesterday! Incredible Food, Outstanding Service and so Nice Atmosphere was surrounded by Professional Team of Smart People! Thank you so much for Mikhail, Edgar, Nino and all Amazing Team! Highly Recommend to all my Family and Friends 👌💕😍“

“The egg toasts were delectable! Actually so happy my sister and I chose to come by. It has a tiny kick of spice which was a pleasant surprise. My sister got the vanilla flat white coffee and she loved it and finished it so quickly. The only thing I wasn't over the
moon for was the corndog. I got the mozarella hot dog corn dog and it was okay. I wouldn't get it again.

The space is small but offers some seating indoors and outdoors. I will definitely try to come again for the egg toast specifically.“

“Stupid, d*** delicious. Will be back every chance possible. Well worth it.“

“I have tried bingsoo around the Bayside area and this place has the best bingsoo by far hands down. I don’t go anywhere else for bingsoo.

Ambiance: super cute! Be prepared to be transported to a little cafe you would think you’re in a city in Europe. Very Parisian. Cozy. Chic. Great place to catch up with a friend.

Baked goods are fresh and in-house made!“

“excellent et frais 🤩 je recommande !“

“I came here with my friends and the place was so cozy and cute! The food was delicious, I recommend 10/10!
Things we ordered:

Cream waffle w/ Nutella 9/10( I'll ask for less cream but it was still very good!!)
Ham & cheese sandwich 10/10
Croissant 10/10
Lychee black tea 10/10
Earl grey tea 10/10
Mango black tea 10/10“

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

“I’ve been ordering from Eagle for about a decade. I’ve spent thousands of dollars here.

Out of hundreds of orders they’ve made made 3 mistakes in which the owner and staff immediately fixed.

The delivery bikers are super nice too.“

“Perfect cappuccino. A must stop to satiate the craving.“

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

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

“I live in Queens, but I was looking for my mom at her medical appointment, I went in there and ordered a coffee, and things to accompany the coffee, all delicious, excellent service and a very good atmosphere and cleanliness number one, I highly recommend them“

“Wonderful staff, great vibes and delicious food all in a cozy and inviting space. Check it out!“

“Located in Tangram mall, this Matcha Cafe Maiko location is a great stop for a sweet treat. They have a couple kiosks where you can order at, and service is relatively quick considering how popular it can get.

They have a variety of matcha and other Asian drinks and cold desserts. Every month, they also have specialty flavors. When I went, I got their matcha and lychee parfait while my friend got their matcha soft serve. The parfait had so many different kinds of toppings and the portion was generous. Love their soft serve and I will definitely be coming back. (Their quality is also pretty consistent across locations!)“

“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.“

“Im mad it took me so long to come here despite being so close! I got an americano which was great, and the ex boyfriend sandwich which I loved!! So unique, simple, sweet, and exactly what I hoped it to be ! It was like satisfyingly crispy toasted bread. Really recommend!“

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

“Absolutely love this place! From the moment you walk in, you're greeted with the warm, comforting aroma of freshly brewed coffee and a genuinely welcoming vibe. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and always remembers my order — a small touch that goes a long way. The coffee itself is top-notch: rich, smooth, and clearly made with care. I also appreciate the cozy atmosphere — perfect for working, reading, or catching up with friends. Their food is delicious too (highly recommend the avocado toast!). Easily one of the best coffee spots in town.“

“best currants roll, canele, curry puff, cookies cakes alll soooo delicious. All freshly made. Vegan, vegetarian, organic, sugar-free, gluten-free and more! check her out in Ditmars Astoria“

“I stopped by this little coffee shop on a whim, and wow, I’m so glad I did! The coffee and bagels were amazing and the owner is the nicest person ever. Super friendly and made me feel so welcome, like I’d been coming here forever. The place has such a cozy vibe, and the pastries. Don’t even get me started—so good! Definitely my new go-to spot. If you’re in the area, you HAVE to check it out!“

“Since I planned to be in the area for a few hours, I looked online for a decent place to have lunch nearby. I wanted healthy & tasty food and found that based on positive reviews, I decided to give Claire's Kitchen a try.

Well let me tell you, the atmosphere was cute & had a chill & boho vibe. It's small with limited seating. The time of day was around lunchtime so the majority of customers had their orders to go. A couple of them ordered their favorites which was a sign that Claire's Kitchen has repeat customers.

I had the beef empanadas with a side salad and a chocolate chip scone for dessert. The empanadas were not deep fried so their crust was nice & soft; something that I wasn't used to in an empanada. The beef filling was seasoned nicely- the spices gave it a nice kick to it.

The green salad was very fresh and organic. It included mixed greens, cherry tomatoes and red onion .

Last but not least I must say the chocolate chip scone was divine! It did not need butter. I ate it as if it was like a big ole chocolate chip cookie-the whole thing in one sitting! In the past I found the texture scones to be dry and boring. Not this one! It was really good and fun to eat. I would definitely buy this again. This was a great substitute for the gluten-free chocolate cake that she ran out of :/

So when you are in the mood for tasty and healthy food and you happen to be in the neighborhood ,stop by Claire's Kitchen and treat yourself to a meal made with love.“

“Best Marathon Station EVER!!!“

“We are new to the neighborhood and this already ranks as a regular spot. The paninis were perfectly warm, crispy, flavorful. The lattes were hot and customized to our preferences. The service was kind and upbeat. Will have to come back for breakfast!“

“The food is a 10/10, I love the food here. But the coffee is lacking. The baristas just don't have the best training. Shots come out very watery or bitter. Milk is always over heated which burns the sugars in the milk making it taste bad. This place could be a 10/10 so it makes me really upset to see this one area be weak.“

“I go to this place at least three times a week. I love Mae Mae. The service is wonderful and the food is delicious. The cherry on top is the affordable pricing! I cannot describe how joyful it is to eat food that leaves you full, but not feeling heavy, and not steep for your pockets. I recommend to everyone at work and now the internet! Please come by and enjoy :)“

“I come here for coffee daily and highly recommend it. There’s a lot to love about the place, including the friendly community and consistently good, house-roasted coffee. Not to mention, there’s a decent amount of seating and the WiFi is serviceable.“