50 Best Cafes near Kew Gardens

“Keeping it real here.

One of my go to cafes in the neighborhood. Glad to have this cafe walking distance from home since there isn't many around in the area that you can just do work in all day. Coffee and food is decent, price is aiight, ordering process is not bad, would keep coming 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.“

“I did brunch with my family and it was overall a good experience. First off, service was great! Yes, you do have to get your drinks, like in most cafes but they do serve you food and cutleries. My parents thought their coffee was not as hot as they would have expected. But the staff was courteous enough to instantly serve another fresh cup. We ordered shaphaley, momos, chips and guac (diff chips style, which I loved), french toast, Himalayan breakfast (this was great!) and regular brunch breakfast. Overall, everything tasted good. The french toast was okay hence taking a point off for food. Other than that, this cafe meets my needs for asian and western fusion brunch. Will def visit again ?.“

“I ate here on Friday (1/3) for lunch. I had the kangaroo skewers and fish sandwich and chips. The food was delicious. I never had kangaroo before. Kate, my amazing server, recommended it big time. I am so glad she did. The meat was the best thing I have ever tasted. The fish sandwich was incredible. The chips were so light and fluffy. I came back the next day (1/4) for dinner with my cousin and her Australian husband. He said the kangaroo skewers were the best he ever had in his life, even when he lived in Australia. Elina, our server that night, was awesome. We had delicious food and drinks in a fun and welcoming environment. The prices are great. Kate and Elina are amazing. I will definitely come back again and again. The prices are totally reasonable. The portions are huge. The food is impeccable. It is so nice to have a warm and friendly restaurant/bar/cafe in the area.“

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

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

“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“

“Awesome design! Friendly atmosphere! BUREKASIM!“

“Stumbled upon this gem with some friends. To my delight, this place is fantastic.

I got the strawberry gelato and decaf cappuccino, though i tried my friends’ vanilla gelato and starberry milkshake. All were superb. I was not expecting such high quality.

I am an ice cream and milkshake enthusiast — and this would rate as one of the best.

The owner is also very sweet.

10/10!“

“It’s my fav neighborhood spot, and some of the best Mexican food I’ve found in NY/BK. Staff are really nice, drinks are great, and the new meat tacos are rad.

Vegetarian options: They recently added meat the the menu but it has an extensive vegetarian and they use corn flour tortillas“

“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.“

“Amazing and skilled barista here!! Bc they also use La colombe coffee bean which is not that special but to still make the latte and cold brew so impactful with that bean is impressive

Come here for their beautiful latte art too!“

“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 ♥️“

“Was bummed they didn’t have their honey cinnamon latte so I opted to get their mandarin latte instead which was amazing! Service was a bit slow as it was quite busy on a Thursday morning. Would definitely recommend trying their specialty drinks!“

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

“enjoyed my Sunday morning with relishing brunch!“

“Came in for after dinner SWEET GOODNESS and boy, were they ON POINT! Waffle N Sip did not dissappoint. And I had the advantage of watching the staff make the strawberry waffle and I was so delighted! Such dedication and effort you can SEE AND TASTE. We'll definitely be back!“

“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!“

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

“Love love love this spot. I’ve walked past it a few times, regrettably. Don’t do the same! The staff is cool, Celeste is very nice! I enjoyed what I ordered and look forward to tasting everything on the menu. Healthy clean eats yet extremely flavored. Stop! They have wild caught salmon!!! I’m so excited.“

“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 :)“

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

“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.“

“Super cute and small coffee shop! I got myself a refresher (I believe it was a blueberry passionfruit drink?) and it was really refreshing on that hot day. They had other drinks as well so I will definitely be back to try the others! Overall, very delicious and crisp!“

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

“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 !“

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

“Pennyhouse Cafe has the best coffee on Washington Ave!!! Best breakfast sandwiches around!!! I had the hummus burger on a bed of mesclun for me and my co-worker. The customer service is amazing!!! Everyone leaves and returns happy!!! They have a serious playlist as well!! Stop through!!! ☕

Vegetarian options: Hummus Burger!!!

Parking: Parking meters on Washington Ave or alternate side parking on the side streets. That's how Brooklyn is!!!!

Kid-friendliness: The staff is very friendly towards children!!! High chairs are available.

Wheelchair accessibility: Very accessible to customers in wheelchairs!!!!“

“Really good Matcha but the seasonal white sesame is to dieeeeee for. Good Atmosphere, if there was a Michelin star for Matcha they would received it (my girlfriend disagrees due to the graininess of the Matcha but that is what Matcha is supposed to be like, she’s a sweet girl so she likes the sweet stuff). They are definitely on to something here!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This cafe is my absolute favorite in all of Queens! The food here is of unbelievable quality, and I can honestly say you'll get addicted. Their cupcakes are hands down the best you'll ever have. Every bite is a delight, and the atmosphere is cozy and
welcoming Diana, the owner, is such a gem of a human—you can tell she loves what she does. Her team is incredibly talented, making every visit a delight. Highly recommend!
#QueensCafe #BestCupcakes #FoodieFavorites“

“i love cypress cafe. i’m always here to study and have some coffee. the coffee is AMAZING here and i’m a tough coffee critic so take my word!! it’s a very friendly environment here and the baristas are so sweet and well mannered. love it here!“

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

“This place is really very good. I am tired of all those american ice cream shops, where you are consuming mostly elephant doses of sugar. But simple matcha cone ice cream is so delicious and well-balanced. More I am getting into Asian culture more I feel to disconnect from everything American.“

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

“Best Marathon Station EVER!!!“

“I’ve been here about ten times. The two owners (Sezane and Apo; I could be misspelling their names) are each entertaining and friendly. It’s a great place to come work for an hour or two: tranquil, comfortable seating indoors (if a bit narrow) and outdoor tables on a sidestreet just off 30th Ave. Also, they have freshly baked Turkish treats and savory food. They’re very welcoming here. Highly recommend!“

“Super nice spot - looks better inside than outside so dont be fooled from outside😇
Great food - pricey for sure - but good meal ( not too much not too little ) salmon bento box and first chicken option are amazing and shishito peppers - with tea were $64 so yeah not cheap but good food“

“This spot is so cozy and with the windows pulled open it’s like I’m somewhere else. Everyone in here from staff to guests are so kind and quiet. But the food—omg the options are amazing. The Kithy breakfast sandwich w bacon added HITTTTTT. I prefer fried eggs runny but I’ll just indicate that next time cuz there’s gonna be a lot of next times. New fav spot! <3333“

“Wonderful atmosphere and music playing - love the hanging plants and wall decor piece. Found this highly rated spot while visiting from Philly and it did not disappoint!

Dietary restrictions: Decaf espresso for non-caffeinated latte options as well as non-dairy milk“

“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.“

“Great every time. Everything is beyond menu description.“

“Astounding sandwiches! The "Queen's Baby" is absolutely delicious - even though it's a bit pricey, it's a lot of food. The Havana panini is a classic Cuban that would fit in perfectly in Miami. The bakery items look absolutely amazing, and I would love to go back and try more of their menu! The only downside is the limited seating.“

“It is a cozy little coffee shop but you will be amazed that their food and coffee are extraordinary. I ordered a strawberry and banana crepe as the friendly staff suggested. Wow! It is so so delicious with fresh strawberry and banana , it is not very sweet just right for breakfast. Latte is good .
There is only 3 seats inside , it would be better if the shop can put couple more chairs / bench for customers to sit down in a cold day. Anyway, I highly recommended this coffee shop especially if you are a crepe lover.😊“

“I ordered the Bissap and Ginger drinks. Personally I am not a fan of the ginger- it’s a little spicy which I’m pretty sensitive too. I gifted those to my mom who liked them! I really enjoy the Bissap. It is flavor packed and delicious!“

“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“

“They have a cafe upstairs and a full service restaurant downstairs. My friend and I were really hungry, so we opted for downstairs. It was really nice. The service was friendly but not intrusive. We were there for hours and they left us alone, The food and coffee were excellent, including yummy desserts. The atmosphere and decor were sweet and homey. Book shelves, etc. Overall a lovely place.“

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

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