DELICIOUS food and lovely service - we had the Bandeja Paisa breakfast - sausage, beans and rice were perfectly cooked and with huge portions definitely worth the value. Really great coffee options and fresh fruit juices as well. And the baked goods were so fresh - pan de bono out of this world!! Under new owners and they are the best! Will be coming back read more

Cuisine: 6 Service: 7 Decor: 5 Value: 7 Overall: 6 I never really think about this place, even though I eat often in this area, and at a few places on this block. Probably because it's nothing special, but it does serve its purpose of a quick snack or to relax. The coffee is mediocre and too creamy if you ask them to add milk. However, the pastries are decent and relatively inexpensive. There are similar cafes in Jackson Heights nearby, so if you can wait, walk down Broadway and extra 10 minutes. read more

Aroma de Cafe Bakery Restaurant - 81-02 Broadway, Elmhurst, NY Started my day off right at this hidden gem in Queens and I'm still thinking about it First, grabbed a large Colombian coffee--bold, smooth, no bitter aftertaste--just the way it should be! Got into the savory side next with beef and chicken empanadas--crispy, flavorful, and freshly made. The chicharrón was exactly what you want: crunchy outside, juicy inside. But the real highlight of the morning? Their Desayuno Americano : two perfectly cooked over-easy eggs, golden home fries, toast, and sausage. Classic, simple, but done right. Before leaving, I had to grab lunch to go--and WOW. Their oxtail soup was rich and comforting, served with rice, stew oil, and a fresh salad. Every bite was worth every penny If you're ever in Elmhurst and craving something hearty, authentic, and made with love--Aroma de Cafe is the move. #QueensEats #ElmhurstFoodie #ColombianFood #OxtailSoup #BreakfastGoals #EmpanadaHeaven #AromaDeCafe #NYCFoodie #FoodieInTheBigApple2025 read more

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I visited Aroma de Cafe Bakery Restaurant with my mom and had one of the most obnoxious experiences ever. We walked in to check out their offerings, and an older lady handed us a paper menu. After looking through the options and realizing there wasn't anything we particularly craved, we decided to leave. Not today but maybe we'll try this spot sometime else. After walking for about a minute or two, one of the ladies ran out after us (we were already halfway down the street by then). We were confused and wondered what we could have possibly done to warrant such a dramatic chase. Turns out, it was over the goddamn paper menu - the same kind that restaurants usually give out freely for customers to take. The same menu that restaurants slip into our front door, begging us to dine. This over-the-top reaction left a bad taste in my mouth. Imagine a restaurant so cheap that they refuse to let a customer take a paper menu out of their door. It speaks volumes about how they run their business. I can't get over the pettiness of that experience. Will not be stepping into this place ever again. read more

Great place to eat! Nice and clean, very friendly people. Simple menu to choose from. thank you

This gem is under new ownership and all I can say is WOW. My husband and I had a fantastic meal and delicious coffee, as well. New owners know what they are doing! Keep up the great work. We were visiting town from Staten Island and will surely be visiting again, soon. Thanks so much, Aroma! read more

We were looking for a quick coffee and bread kind of snack and remembered going to this place years ago. Ordered iced coffees which were just ok; bread with cheese and bread pudding. Bread was dry and seemed stale; bread pudding was too dense, dry and taste wasn't good so didn't enjoy these. Staff was nice though. read more

Aroma de Cafe Bakery Restaurant - Bread pudding - Bakeries Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

I bought food and drinks and paid for everything. The guy did not let me use the bathroom and I've been coming to this place for a long time every since 2018. I'm always here and I'm a regular customer. This is my favorite spot. The sogn out of service has been there since 2018 that I remember of. During lunch time today the guy did not let me use the bathroom after buying food and drinks. Its really crazy and I'm disappointed to be treated bad at my favorite bakery. The rest of the people always nice to me but this guy mistreated me. If i didn't buy anything i would understand but i bought things. What kind of aervice is this? This is sad and y'all just lost a customer. Better check your people in this case because this is unacceptable read more

Small and cute. Their cheese empanadas are fantastic! Their beef was good but I probably wouldn't get them again in favor of the cheese ones. Staff was nice and willing to bring my food to me on line outside when I was waiting to go somewhere else. read more

Interesting little cafe in Elmhurst. One morning, I was really missing the buñuelo and some good Colombian coffee. I was lucky to get the buñuelo fresh and hot. It was really fluffy on the inside and a very good pasty to go with my coffee. I must warn that it is very, very oily for those who mind. Colombian Coffee, the hot version is much better than the iced version. It is strong but the taste is not as bold as other Colombian coffee that I had before. Overall, a nice neighborhood cafe to visit once in a while. read more

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Aroma de Cafe recently opened up at the corner street, across from Duane Reade. Since I walk my dog around the block every single day, I saw them during construction, and when it was finally open, I knew I had to pop in. It's a tiny establishment and very clean. There is a glass case of baked breads, some with guava and cheese (get the one with the flaky pastry, sooo good). I always have to ask the ladies behind the counter what is in all of them because some of it is just bread, but I like the ones that are filled with stuff - I've been spoiled by Asian bakeries. They also had a variety of empanadas - chicken and potato, beef, and Hawaiian. The Hawaiian was good but lacked the filling, beef was ok and had medium filling, and the chicken and potato was filled and tasted pretty good. If they filled up the empanadas and added a bit more flavor, they'd be amazing. I also got some sort of rib and blood sausage and something else, all came with a choice of either a potato or arepa. My friend got a meat plate which was plentiful. He liked it, but I thought some of the meat was a bit dry. It came with plaintain, which was good, and salad. Since they just opened and I've only been here once, I'm betting they're still getting things worked out in terms of the menu. What they did tell us was that they are known for their soups. Every day they have a special (that day was oxtail soup), but they ran out by the time we arrived, so I'm planning to go back and try the soups and get more guava/cheese bread. The blood sausage wasn't bad either. Hopefully they'll have an English menu or sign on their door soon. I don't like not knowing my options and what they consist of. read more

Aroma de Cafe Bakery Restaurant - Guava and cheese pastry - Bakeries Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

Estaba contento con la comida,pero hoy pedi, el Calentado Aroma de Cafe ,y fue un fiasco la porcion de Carne que sirvieron era ridiculamente pequeña.... read more

Love this place used to go hospital all the times Price is reasonable and clean environment staff is lack of English but friendly read more

Aroma de Cafe Bakery Restaurant - Bakeries Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

Friendly staff. Their pastries look yummy and cheat meal worthy. Their omelette was good, just a bit flat (vs one of those overstuffed omelettes) - however, their prices are on point, at least for breakfast. A small bar type seating as well as about 13 two seater tables (where you could push them together if you're in a party larger than 2), but by no means a large place. The Iced coffee with milk and sugar actually doesn't lack flavor like some can. Overall, a conveniently located little bakery. read more

Legit the best pan de bono and pan de queso Ive ever had. I go to so many colombian bakeries, and this bakery is amazing. Their breads are soft and moist. I'll def be back!!! read more

This place is clean and decirated with the typucal traditional Colombian decor. That said, they are over priced and you have to wait for them to come over and wait on you. The three times I have been here, I have cone in with an open mind and desperately wanting to like since we have very few latin foid places on Broadway ( think there only 2 left). The 3 times, the employees were too busy talking to each other, attending only friends and oblivious to what was being sold! The empanadas you can get better in Jackson Heights or Corona, a couple if blocks over. The disrespect, who needs it....bye Felicia!! read more

Aroma de Cafe Bakery Restaurant - Cafe con leche and a slice of caramel cake. - Bakeries Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

Back to breakfast couple times, the empanadas skin taste so much better softer and crispy, honestly very nice place for breakfast.

The service is very friendly, the food is fresh and hot. We like to visit this place when we are in Elmhurst visiting our son. read more

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Really good American breakfast - arepa de queso was good too. American breakfast: eggs, home fries, bacon, toast.

I like the way the food looks like the way that they shows around here I like the people That takes you all the owners nice everything looks pretty and networking is very good read more

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Perfect little neighborhood spot, but even if you don't live in the neighborhood, it's worth the trip. Very typical Colombian plates and bakery items. Perfect for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Wait staff is very kind and accommodating. The yummy smells alone will draw you in, making their name perfect. read more

What a great addition to the neighborhood! Breakfast is fantastic, and inexpensive as are all the menu items. The beef soup is so delish and definitely a stick to your ribs meal, other items that were great, cheese empanadas, brown cake and they have great Colombian coffee. read more

Aroma de Cafe Bakery Restaurant - Shrimp in garlic sauce...suprisingly delicious - Bakeries Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

I really like this place. Its much bigger then my regular go to Cafes. Its a very tranquil and neat atmosphere inside Love it for the winter time Coffee is great, and also food is pretty solid I really like coming back here read more

I love this place! I was visiting from Florida for a few days and was so glad to have found this cute and quaint Colombian restaurant l. I had breakfast three days in a row and dinner one night. The arepas con queso was very good. The chicken soup was accompanied with white rice, salad and chicken was delicious. The bathroom was clean and the restaurant too. And the staff are friendly. Keep up the good work!! read more

So far I see this is the best bakery and great place to hang out and enjoy simple meals with family or friends. Very clean place and friendly customer service. Great pastries and they offer authentic Mexican menu. I hope they can keeping up the standard! read more

Aroma de Cafe Bakery Restaurant - Bakeries Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

Seems to be a chain, as the NJ one came up first in a Queens, NY search. Enjoyed the pandebono and the caramel cake wasn't bad ($3.25 total, and $10 cc min). read more

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I always used to come here for coffee and cake until I found a dead bug inside my flan. This guy(presumably the owner or the manager) comes out with a nasty attitude. He doesn't apologize and instead states"I'll give you your money back isn't that enough?". He then blames me by saying that the bug went inside the flan as I was eating it. If you come decide to come here then just know that there is a possibility of a bug inside your pastries as well as a nasty attitude if you dare to let them know. read more

amazing food and coffee ! the staff is kind and friendly. Cute little spot. one of the best bakerys in Elmhurst ! read more

Their food and coffee are alright . The coffee is $1.25 which I think is over price because the coffee is not special . Customer service is slow as well and not welcoming . They never smile. read more

It's ok. Cafe con leche was a let down. The pastries were also ok. I prefer Seba Seba. The food is alright. I didn't order the entrees but saw people eating it next to me. Looked ok. Maybe come back to try an entree but after the cafe con leche and pastries let down, I may not. read more

The look of this place is deceiving. It appears to be only a bakery, when in fact they expertly prepare dinner dishes as well- and very affordably! My tilapia dish has moist white rice salted just right and tilapia that was lightly (nicely) seasoned and cooked just barely enough to be delicious. The salada included mango slices on super fresh greens. So to sum up the food- near perfection. Now, the drawbacks include two large doors that momentarily freeze the room(and cool the food) when opened in cold weather. Also, I am not a fan of large screen TVs in the sitting space, but this is just my preference and I obviously did not allow this to affect my score. Aroma de cafe wins five stars for surprising me with a delicious, fresh dinner that had been well presented on the plate to boot. read more

Great place. The empanadas are amazing. Place is nice and cozy. I've been there a couple of time and I will recommend la pandja pisa and calentó. Just FYI place isn't Mexican it's Colombian!!!!!!!!!! read more

Having tried bakery items only, and feel pretty good. The tres leches cake is very creamy with a good texture. The restaurant is kind of dark in the evening. read more

Their food is pretty good (I had the ropa vieja), and with decent price for the portions, but their pastries are kinda stale. Great place to eat, but if you're just looking for a morning coffee and a pastry I would say there are better places in the area. The girl at the cashier was friendly, but the guy (might've been the owner) was kinda rude and abrupt. read more

This is somewhat still my day off go to breakfast place. Their chief is pretty moody I guess, why ? I've tried most of their omelette in all sort of styles and the favorite would still be American omelette anyways why moody ? Cause you can order a same dish today and tomorrow and get something totally different from taste and looks. Food is pretty good "if" he/she is in a good mood so remember to ask if the chief is in a good mood before you order. read more

Seemed like a nice, place but the empanadas they sold me were dry and stale. I expected better. The cakes and bread might be tastier.

Service sucks. So slow service. Food is not that great. Had empanada once but stinks I don't know why. Taste was eww. I used to go and have coffee and bakery and call my friend to have coffee meet in the cafe. They have sign of free wifi and which is not true. I never recommend anyone and go there anymore. read more

Over priced, bad service. Not everyone is going to shell out cash for medicore food because of the restaurants nice decor.

Great pastries!! Close location. Helpful and courteous. Try the Guava and Cheese Pastry.

the owner is very attentive; the overall staff delivers good service. and the food looks and tastes great.