Came here on November 18, 2025 to get a pumpkin spice latte. Male barista on that day was so friendly and welcoming - greeted me on arrival, made small talk while preparing the drink, asked how I liked the drink while dining in, wished me a good day as I left. I was able to sit and enjoy my drink for close to 45 minutes that day in a pleasant atmosphere.
Returned today (December 30, 2025) and ordered a turmeric latte - not tasty and expensive ($6 for a small cup)! However what bothered me most was the ambiance - the new barista (male with buzzed hair) & cashier lady (wearing purple sweatshirt) kept talking to each other and laughing loudly in Tagalog (they are both Filipino)! I can understand chit chat if there are no customers but the cafe was pretty packed today. Please talk quietly in English. I couldn't wait to finish my drink and get out of there!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 3
Cat L
Ube latte was kinda lackluster and they re were out of cookies. I went today to give them another chance but they were closed and didn't update the hours online.
Marion Wood
This is the best cafe in Long Island City! The Matcha and pastries are my go-to orders. Look for the friendliest barista, Alaina!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Miguel Garcia
This place is a gem. The coffee is consistently excellent, the atmosphere is welcoming and comfortable, and the service truly sets it apart. The staff is incredibly friendly, attentive, and clearly passionate about what they do, you can feel it from the moment you walk in. They make you feel like a regular even on your first visit. Easily one of my favorite coffee spots
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lukas Chin
No restroom- coffee poopers beware
Caitlin Lynch
I want this place to be good since it’s on the way to my job but the Barista didn’t respond when I said hello. The coffee was burnt. The milk was poorly steamed. Maybe with a little more TLC this could hit the spot.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Tristen Shin
The drinks and boss have always been 5 star but recently the wait time when it’s not busy at all has been crazy … 5 mins for just my drink… and every time I go, it feels like half of my vanilla latte is foam.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Luchia
Interesting selection of coffee drinks..
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Frank W
Slow service, expensive coffee, drinks are too sweet, and don’t taste like good espresso was used (tasted watery)
Joe Gunawan
I was in the mood for something different than your standard fare coffee shop breakfast and Americano, so when I saw Concept Coffee has both Avocado Foccacia and Buko Pandan Latte, I made my way there.
Both are pretty darn good, though just short of exceptional.
The Buko Pandan consists of espresso, Pandan syrup, coconut milk, and coconut flakes, and while it is pretty delicious thanks for the coconut milk and flakes, I really don't taste the Pandan, which is too bad because it is one of my favorite flavors.
The Avocado Foccacia did a little better and it was bursting with flavors. Their stock of avocado was a bit unripe today so the guy went to the nearby market to buy a fresh one, which is appreciated. You can taste that nutty fresh avocado flavor that complements well with the Foccacia bread. The herbs of the Foccacia made every bite a yummy one, although I didn't get enough of the red peppers coming through. The only negative comment is the bread is overly hard. I like my Foccacia a bit fluffier while balancing the crispness.
I also like the overall interior decor that puts a bit of the island flavor. There is no bathroom, however.
I looooove the breakfast croissant here. They don’t have a bathroom but it is very cozy to hang out here and do a little work. I usually get a regular iced latte or a pandan latte. I recommend it hot or cold with a few less pumps of pandan as it can get a bit sweet.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
D M
Super rude guy at the counter when I asked for less milk in my coffee
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
Maria
I got the cafe con canela - cold brew with cinnamon and condensed milk SO GOOD!
Vaughn
Owner and staff always make me feel like I’m home. Concept has the BEST Bacon, egg, and cheese in the city! The drinks are great, and the vibes are always great too. Wonderful cafe to sit inside and the bench outside is also nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eugene Kim
I placed an order today at 1 PM, sat on my table with my friend doing some work and noticed it was already 1:30 PM and didn't receive my drink.
I went over, one of the workers was sitting on the floor wiping his nose, looked kind of sketch. I asked for my drink, and they asked what would I like, and eventually noticed they forgot to work on my order and my drink was received at 1:45 PM.
I continued to work, but for the next 3 hours, they continued to blast all sorts of EDM and the workers were loud enough where I overhead their entire conversation about raving and some worker trying to invite his (girl) coworker to his next rave. I remember distinctly at 4 PM, the boy was playing his IG stories where you can hear the crowds and the yelling at an EDM rave.
I have been here a few times, and this was the not what I expected from my other encounters.
Please let your staff know about this review. Thank you.
Came here on November 18, 2025 to get a pumpkin spice latte. Male barista on that day was so friendly and welcoming - greeted me on arrival, made small talk while preparing the drink, asked how I liked the drink while dining in, wished me a good day as I left. I was able to sit and enjoy my drink for close to 45 minutes that day in a pleasant atmosphere.
Returned today (December 30, 2025) and ordered a turmeric latte - not tasty and expensive ($6 for a small cup)! However what bothered me most was the ambiance - the new barista (male with buzzed hair) & cashier lady (wearing purple sweatshirt) kept talking to each other and laughing loudly in Tagalog (they are both Filipino)! I can understand chit chat if there are no customers but the cafe was pretty packed today. Please talk quietly in English. I couldn't wait to finish my drink and get out of there!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 3
Ube latte was kinda lackluster and they re were out of cookies. I went today to give them another chance but they were closed and didn't update the hours online.
This is the best cafe in Long Island City! The Matcha and pastries are my go-to orders. Look for the friendliest barista, Alaina!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is a gem. The coffee is consistently excellent, the atmosphere is welcoming and comfortable, and the service truly sets it apart. The staff is incredibly friendly, attentive, and clearly passionate about what they do, you can feel it from the moment you walk in. They make you feel like a regular even on your first visit. Easily one of my favorite coffee spots
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
No restroom- coffee poopers beware
I want this place to be good since it’s on the way to my job but the Barista didn’t respond when I said hello. The coffee was burnt. The milk was poorly steamed. Maybe with a little more TLC this could hit the spot.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
The drinks and boss have always been 5 star but recently the wait time when it’s not busy at all has been crazy … 5 mins for just my drink… and every time I go, it feels like half of my vanilla latte is foam.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Interesting selection of coffee drinks..
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Slow service, expensive coffee, drinks are too sweet, and don’t taste like good espresso was used (tasted watery)
I was in the mood for something different than your standard fare coffee shop breakfast and Americano, so when I saw Concept Coffee has both Avocado Foccacia and Buko Pandan Latte, I made my way there.
Both are pretty darn good, though just short of exceptional.
The Buko Pandan consists of espresso, Pandan syrup, coconut milk, and coconut flakes, and while it is pretty delicious thanks for the coconut milk and flakes, I really don't taste the Pandan, which is too bad because it is one of my favorite flavors.
The Avocado Foccacia did a little better and it was bursting with flavors. Their stock of avocado was a bit unripe today so the guy went to the nearby market to buy a fresh one, which is appreciated. You can taste that nutty fresh avocado flavor that complements well with the Foccacia bread. The herbs of the Foccacia made every bite a yummy one, although I didn't get enough of the red peppers coming through. The only negative comment is the bread is overly hard. I like my Foccacia a bit fluffier while balancing the crispness.
I also like the overall interior decor that puts a bit of the island flavor. There is no bathroom, however.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I looooove the breakfast croissant here. They don’t have a bathroom but it is very cozy to hang out here and do a little work. I usually get a regular iced latte or a pandan latte. I recommend it hot or cold with a few less pumps of pandan as it can get a bit sweet.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Super rude guy at the counter when I asked for less milk in my coffee
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
I got the cafe con canela - cold brew with cinnamon and condensed milk SO GOOD!
Owner and staff always make me feel like I’m home. Concept has the BEST Bacon, egg, and cheese in the city! The drinks are great, and the vibes are always great too. Wonderful cafe to sit inside and the bench outside is also nice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I placed an order today at 1 PM, sat on my table with my friend doing some work and noticed it was already 1:30 PM and didn't receive my drink.
I went over, one of the workers was sitting on the floor wiping his nose, looked kind of sketch. I asked for my drink, and they asked what would I like, and eventually noticed they forgot to work on my order and my drink was received at 1:45 PM.
I continued to work, but for the next 3 hours, they continued to blast all sorts of EDM and the workers were loud enough where I overhead their entire conversation about raving and some worker trying to invite his (girl) coworker to his next rave. I remember distinctly at 4 PM, the boy was playing his IG stories where you can hear the crowds and the yelling at an EDM rave.
I have been here a few times, and this was the not what I expected from my other encounters.
Please let your staff know about this review. Thank you.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
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