50 Best Cafes near Kew Gardens

“Lovely cafe, super convenient, right by the train.
Super cute inside and great relaxing outdoor area.
The owners are Moroccan and really lovely and warm people.
Definitely recommend and will be back 🙏🏼“

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

“Stopped by on a lazy Sunday afternoon and ended up enjoying one of the most comforting meals I’ve had in a while. The tortilla soup completely stole the show — rich, flavorful, perfectly thick, and packed with crispy blue corn tortilla pieces in every bite. Honestly wished they had a bigger bowl because it disappeared fast.

Tried the bean & epazote tetelas on the side and they paired so well with the soup. Also shared the black bean avocado tlayudita and chilaquiles — both fresh, satisfying, and full of flavor. The chilaquiles do get a bit pricey once you add the extras, but the taste made it worth it for us.

Came around 2 PM on a Sunday and still found outdoor seating easily, which made the whole experience feel relaxed and unhurried. Great food, warm atmosphere, and one of those places you leave already thinking about coming back to.“

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

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

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

“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“

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

“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!“

“Awesome design! Friendly atmosphere! BUREKASIM!“

“Took my 2.5 year old niece to Da Adriano and they could not have been nicer or more accommodating to us. We ordered the bolognese and the special of the day which was pistachio pesto and better than any pistachio pesto i had in Sicily two weeks ago. My niece said it was her new favorite restaurant and she loved the pasta. Clean ingredients, evoo only and authentic! Can’t wait to come back to this neighborhood spot!“

“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.“

“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 +“

“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!“

“I decided to try a new coffee spot today and walked into Tenpa’s. I ordered a 16oz iced latte with almond milk and raspberry flavoring. I should’ve taken a picture before I mixed it all up because it was pretty and layered. The raspberry flavoring isn’t very strong, but the quality of the coffee is REALLY good. You can tell it’s good just by the color of it, that perfect toasty brown. Not too milky :)
These guys are fast and efficient! Don’t be worried about a line because it’s moving FAST. The employees are nice and pleasant and everyone’s smiling. There’s definitely regulars that go in because the person making the drinks was calling out their orders before they even ordered them lol the pastries looked delicious so I’ll be ordering one next time I go in. There’s some nice seating and looks like people enjoy going in there to work. I was in and out of there in less than 5min. Looking forward to another visit :)“

“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.“

“Pass by this place on the way often to Astoria Park and so glad I finally stopped in. Got the Moroccan Tagine Special of the day Veal Meatballs w Rice. She recommends to sit down and eat. Phenomenal flavor savory, sweet, super tender meatballs. A must try!“

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

“The best in the neighborhood!“

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

“My favourite cafe in Brooklyn. Asian-owned, super friendly and cool staff, tasty pastries that are hard to find in the neighbourhood. Great place to read / work / write on weekdays (no laptops on weekends). They are truly a community hub, with rotating art exhibits and phenomenal programming / events. I can't recommend LTS enough!“

“I came across with this tiny pretty coffee shop couple months ago and absorlutely fell in love with everything they have.It's filled with charming little ornaments, vintage books and lush green plants.I love their good quality teas and coffees but I am crazy about bingsoo the most.Their bingsu is the best bingsu I ever had.I highly recommend bingsu.If you want to grab something to eat,they have yummy and healthy sandwiches as well.
The owner and staffs are friendly, inviting and always give happy vibes.“

“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:))“

“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!“

“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“

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

“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.“

“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!“

“I love dilly dally!!! The name really embodies the experience: you don't want to leave. I have been many times, and the food is always high quality and delicious. The aesthetic and the staff make you feel at home there. I recently spent many hours there working during the day. There was wifi and many outlets available. I got the breakfast burrito, which was incredible, and sustained me to do hours of work. If you haven't been, you are missing out!“

“This place is awesome. The omelette croissant sandwich is the best and the service is even better. Garvin's energy is truly magnetic - he cares so much about his customers, their experience, and the energy the place brings. We love it here and are so happy it's in the neighborhood!!!“

“Mahmoud is the best! He makes a great bagel and is super kind. I got a latte with 2 coconut and 1 vanilla which I would highly recommend, paired with the Best Seller bagel with za'atar that was flavorful and spicy. Will def be going back if I'm in Prospect Heights and need a snack.“

“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.“

“excellent et frais 🤩 je recommande !“

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

“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!“

“enjoyed my Sunday morning with relishing brunch!“

“Best Marathon Station EVER!!!“

“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!“

“After breakfast at a local diner, I walked up to have another coffee at Madame BONTE on 84th street between 1st and 2nd. Street level is rather small with just a few stools on the right. Order counter is in the middle. Then I went downstairs to the wine bar area where there are lots of tables and chairs. There is also a good sized bar for the evening wine business.
Very comfortable area and there are also a few tables in an outdoor patio area but no one was there as too hot.“

“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 🫶🏾.“

“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!“

“The Karaage lunch box is so good. I’ve had it at least 10 times. It’s so consistent, it’s actually impressive. The food overall is great and the fried chicken tastes better than a lot of Karaage you’d eat in Japan.“