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Came here on a weekday early afternoon to grab a drink. The place is cute, has a shop inside. Seems like it is a chill place but I do not know if I would come back. I ordered the ginger honey drink and it was made with little chunks of ginger. The drink was ok, the popping Boba not a fan of personally especially when I didn't ask for it. The service was a bit slow when there were only 3 customers ordering and a few stragglers sitting around. It took over 15 minutes for me to receive my drink. Definitely try it out, other items might be better.
Arya is such a unique spot that it feels like you've stumbled into a hidden corner of a museum -- except this museum serves butter tea and has free WiFi. The decor is absolutely stunning, filled with cultural touches that make the entire space feel immersive and welcoming. It's spacious too, which makes it perfect for working or just hanging out. I'm so glad we decided to check this place out! * Butter Tea ($3.15) This was my first time trying butter tea, and wow, it was delicious. Served piping hot, it had a rich, slightly salty taste, like sipping on warm, salted butter in the best way possible. If you've never tried butter tea before, this is the place to do it. 5/5 * Banana Lassi ($4.80) The presentation was adorable -- the little umbrella on top was such a cute touch! While the lassi was refreshing, it leaned a bit watery for my taste. Still, it was enjoyable. 4/5 The prices here are more than fair for what you're getting, and the man at the front was super helpful, adding to the warm and inviting atmosphere. Whether you're looking for a cozy space to relax or a unique spot to get work done (hello, free WiFi), I highly, highly recommend visiting Arya Cafe. 5 stars!!
10/10 food spot, lovely establishment! Right off the bat, the interior of the restaurant makes you feel right at home with its varied furniture and maximalist style. There's jewelry and garments sold; a nice way to bring a piece of Arya back home. We ordered two iced mochas, and channa puri. Although the mochas took a while to get delivered to our table, our waitress apologized and swiftly brought us our orders. The mocha was lovely, and the channa puri was absolutely divine. To make up for the delay, our waitress offered to give us a free drink! Excellent service and food.
I made a quick stop here since I was itching for a cool drink and this was such a great hidden gem. I wished I had taken more photos but the outside is very unsuspecting. Once you go through the doors, it's as if you've transported to a new world. The interior is beautiful and full of decor from Tibet I believe. I got a mango slush and it was pretty yummy. I'm definitely adding this spot to my list for when I am in Elmhurst again. They have a drink and food menu and if you are looking to try more Southeast Asian cuisine, this seems to be a great place to begin!
This place is absolutely hidden gem! I came in on a Wednesday afternoon to get some work done. I ordered an Iced Fruit Tea ($5) and Aloo with Bread ($9). The place is pretty small, so they make your order and bring it to you. The Fruit Tea was refreshing and sweet! It's passion fruit based, so there were seeds at the bottom in addition to strawberry bits and lychee jelly, which were fun to eat. The Aloo with Bread was delicious. I loved the softness of the bread and the spiciness of the potatoes. It was a great midwork pick me up! All throughout the time I was there, it seemed the place was quite lively but never overcrowded. It was pretty easy to find a free table to sit down at, or even to switch seating areas. The outlets were hard to locate but I asked one of the workers and they were very kind in pointing me to an available one, so I moved tables without issue. The wifi was also very fast and reliable. From the outside, it's hard to tell what an amazing cafe lies on the inside but after one visit, it's probably one of my favorite cafes for studying and working from home!
I had no idea this place was here until I passed by this inconspicuous place and saw someone go inside. There are no signs or awnings outside. There is a large sign on the doors itself, but nothing else that would give away that there's a cafe inside. Anyways, if you go around, you do see windows that you can peer inside, but that's it. I was quite confused as to what I saw when I went inside as it's set up as a cafe with people working at tables and there's a small menu. However, there's also clothes and wares that they're selling as well. Is this a store or a cafe?? Since the menu didn't have a lot of items on it, I was able to choose right away. My friend and I ordered the beef momos and the beef noodle soup. I wanted to try a piece of dessert or cake, but the meal was filling. If you want a casual place where you can work or gather to chat, this is the place for you.
Stellar experience! Was walking around after a doctors appointment and wanted to do some work. I stumbled upon this place which was so unexpected but a lovely surprise nonetheless! I ordered an iced green tea with honey and wasn't expecting much but it was served in a cute glass with a cute bendy straw and was so tasty and perfectly sweetened. I also ordered the beef noodle soup which was Ok. The meat was really delicious and flavorful but I wish there was more because the broth itself wasn't very flavorful at all. I had to add a ton of the two sauces they gave, which then made it a lot tastier but also spicier so I wouldn't recommend if you don't like spicy or a bland broth. The interior is really nice with different styles of seating (couch, high top, low tops), tons of snacks, a wide array of gifts and wi-fi! Highly recommend if in the neighborhood.
Came here today for lunch with my husband and daughter this afternoon and we had the French toast and dumplings. In the excitement of ordering (because everything looked delicious), We thought we had ordered egg ramen soup, but we didn't. The manager was kind enough to let us try it, which was super sweet of her. Everything was DELICIOUS. The decor of the restaurant is also perfect. It makes you feel like you are in Tibet and even sells clothing, jewelry and rugs for those wanting to take little Tibet home with them. This place is a hidden gem and if you're ever in the area, you must try! We look forward to returning.
March 2023: Lovely Tibetan cafe in Elmhurst. Getting here was a bit of a trek as it is located on the local Queens line. However, for locals this must be a godsend as there aren't many coffeeshops/workable cafes in this nook of Queens. Upon entering, the cafe was filled with sharable table seating. A lot of groups were here on laptops and conversations. Tibetan run shop with a traditional Tibetan store in back. The ambience is homey and spacious and quite loud in my opinion. Drink and food wise, reasonably priced. I only tried their Tibetan food (mainly my reason for visiting) like their butter tea and amdo, a Tibetan bread. I really enjoyed it as the tea was hot and foamy (not as creamy as others I've had) and the bread was fluffy and good for nibbling on while working. There's not a lot of outlets so make sure to bring an extension wire for the limited outlets on the walls. Table service when dining in. The staff was accommodating and offered a bunch of butter for the amdo. Overall, a nice option in the area or if you want Tibetan food. Accepts cash, card and Applepay. Bathroom available. Wifi, laptop friendly, and outlets available. Bon appetit!
Stumbled upon this place randomly. Very cute aesthetic interior. Momos were delicious and also had butter tea and coffee. Will def be back.
Where else but in New York can you have coffee alongside Tibetan Monks. This establishment is an Interesting corner coffee shop along Queens Boulevard that promotes Tibetan culture and makes some excellent ice coffee too. Give it a try
Whatta delight, a little gem among not muchness. It's a chill vibe, local peeps, lovely decor and clothes to thumb through, teas, smoothies, coffee, and suppppper yummy momos!! I'm so glad I found this place. Great to chit chat, lean back, and just be. Amdo was super simple and delicious. The service is really attentive, and informative.
Much needed addition to the neighborhood as we really don't have anywhere to sit and chat, especially since the Starbucks closed. This is was better, the space is large and bright, with floor to ceiling windows at the corner of the block. Cozy couches with coffee tables are available as well as high tops. There's a wide variety of tea, coffee, and some baked goods to choose from - but I love getting the beef momos with spicy chili oil every time I come (they take about 20 minutes made to order but they're worth it!). Service is friendly and prices are reasonable. They also have a lot of Tibetan clothing, jewelry, and housewares for sale.
My friend brought me to this amazing place which I would have never found/tried. It is such a relaxing place as well as we were able to get work done as well. Very spacious inside and bright and sunny but not hot. There's even a jewelry for sale. I got the blueberry lassi. It was tart and fresh, Service was super nice. They brought drinks to table. read more
Ate here today with my bike group trying this place out for the first time for brunch. We definitely got different kinds of pastries and drinks that it was absolutely delicious and amazing. The service there was also attentive, pleasant and welcoming that it has a quiet ambiance tho to enjoy. Finally, I would definitely eat and come back again next time. read more
1 month ago
Came here on a weekday early afternoon to grab a drink. The place is cute, has a shop inside. Seems like it is a chill place but I do not know if I would come back. I ordered the ginger honey drink and it was made with little chunks of ginger. The drink was ok, the popping Boba not a fan of personally especially when I didn't ask for it. The service was a bit slow when there were only 3 customers ordering and a few stragglers sitting around. It took over 15 minutes for me to receive my drink. Definitely try it out, other items might be better. read more
Arya is such a unique spot that it feels like you've stumbled into a hidden corner of a museum -- except this museum serves butter tea and has free WiFi. The decor is absolutely stunning, filled with cultural touches that make the entire space feel immersive and welcoming. It's spacious too, which makes it perfect for working or just hanging out. I'm so glad we decided to check this place out! * Butter Tea ($3.15) This was my first time trying butter tea, and wow, it was delicious. Served piping hot, it had a rich, slightly salty taste, like sipping on warm, salted butter in the best way possible. If you've never tried butter tea before, this is the place to do it. 5/5 * Banana Lassi ($4.80) The presentation was adorable -- the little umbrella on top was such a cute touch! While the lassi was refreshing, it leaned a bit watery for my taste. Still, it was enjoyable. 4/5 The prices here are more than fair for what you're getting, and the man at the front was super helpful, adding to the warm and inviting atmosphere. Whether you're looking for a cozy space to relax or a unique spot to get work done (hello, free WiFi), I highly, highly recommend visiting Arya Cafe. 5 stars!! read more
1 year ago
10/10 food spot, lovely establishment! Right off the bat, the interior of the restaurant makes you feel right at home with its varied furniture and maximalist style. There's jewelry and garments sold; a nice way to bring a piece of Arya back home. We ordered two iced mochas, and channa puri. Although the mochas took a while to get delivered to our table, our waitress apologized and swiftly brought us our orders. The mocha was lovely, and the channa puri was absolutely divine. To make up for the delay, our waitress offered to give us a free drink! Excellent service and food. read more
I made a quick stop here since I was itching for a cool drink and this was such a great hidden gem. I wished I had taken more photos but the outside is very unsuspecting. Once you go through the doors, it's as if you've transported to a new world. The interior is beautiful and full of decor from Tibet I believe. I got a mango slush and it was pretty yummy. I'm definitely adding this spot to my list for when I am in Elmhurst again. They have a drink and food menu and if you are looking to try more Southeast Asian cuisine, this seems to be a great place to begin! read more
This place is absolutely hidden gem! I came in on a Wednesday afternoon to get some work done. I ordered an Iced Fruit Tea ($5) and Aloo with Bread ($9). The place is pretty small, so they make your order and bring it to you. The Fruit Tea was refreshing and sweet! It's passion fruit based, so there were seeds at the bottom in addition to strawberry bits and lychee jelly, which were fun to eat. The Aloo with Bread was delicious. I loved the softness of the bread and the spiciness of the potatoes. It was a great midwork pick me up! All throughout the time I was there, it seemed the place was quite lively but never overcrowded. It was pretty easy to find a free table to sit down at, or even to switch seating areas. The outlets were hard to locate but I asked one of the workers and they were very kind in pointing me to an available one, so I moved tables without issue. The wifi was also very fast and reliable. From the outside, it's hard to tell what an amazing cafe lies on the inside but after one visit, it's probably one of my favorite cafes for studying and working from home! read more
I had no idea this place was here until I passed by this inconspicuous place and saw someone go inside. There are no signs or awnings outside. There is a large sign on the doors itself, but nothing else that would give away that there's a cafe inside. Anyways, if you go around, you do see windows that you can peer inside, but that's it. I was quite confused as to what I saw when I went inside as it's set up as a cafe with people working at tables and there's a small menu. However, there's also clothes and wares that they're selling as well. Is this a store or a cafe?? Since the menu didn't have a lot of items on it, I was able to choose right away. My friend and I ordered the beef momos and the beef noodle soup. I wanted to try a piece of dessert or cake, but the meal was filling. If you want a casual place where you can work or gather to chat, this is the place for you. read more
Stellar experience! Was walking around after a doctors appointment and wanted to do some work. I stumbled upon this place which was so unexpected but a lovely surprise nonetheless! I ordered an iced green tea with honey and wasn't expecting much but it was served in a cute glass with a cute bendy straw and was so tasty and perfectly sweetened. I also ordered the beef noodle soup which was Ok. The meat was really delicious and flavorful but I wish there was more because the broth itself wasn't very flavorful at all. I had to add a ton of the two sauces they gave, which then made it a lot tastier but also spicier so I wouldn't recommend if you don't like spicy or a bland broth. The interior is really nice with different styles of seating (couch, high top, low tops), tons of snacks, a wide array of gifts and wi-fi! Highly recommend if in the neighborhood. read more
1 year ago
Came here today for lunch with my husband and daughter this afternoon and we had the French toast and dumplings. In the excitement of ordering (because everything looked delicious), We thought we had ordered egg ramen soup, but we didn't. The manager was kind enough to let us try it, which was super sweet of her. Everything was DELICIOUS. The decor of the restaurant is also perfect. It makes you feel like you are in Tibet and even sells clothing, jewelry and rugs for those wanting to take little Tibet home with them. This place is a hidden gem and if you're ever in the area, you must try! We look forward to returning. read more
4 years ago
March 2023: Lovely Tibetan cafe in Elmhurst. Getting here was a bit of a trek as it is located on the local Queens line. However, for locals this must be a godsend as there aren't many coffeeshops/workable cafes in this nook of Queens. Upon entering, the cafe was filled with sharable table seating. A lot of groups were here on laptops and conversations. Tibetan run shop with a traditional Tibetan store in back. The ambience is homey and spacious and quite loud in my opinion. Drink and food wise, reasonably priced. I only tried their Tibetan food (mainly my reason for visiting) like their butter tea and amdo, a Tibetan bread. I really enjoyed it as the tea was hot and foamy (not as creamy as others I've had) and the bread was fluffy and good for nibbling on while working. There's not a lot of outlets so make sure to bring an extension wire for the limited outlets on the walls. Table service when dining in. The staff was accommodating and offered a bunch of butter for the amdo. Overall, a nice option in the area or if you want Tibetan food. Accepts cash, card and Applepay. Bathroom available. Wifi, laptop friendly, and outlets available. Bon appetit! read more
2 years ago
Stumbled upon this place randomly. Very cute aesthetic interior. Momos were delicious and also had butter tea and coffee. Will def be back. read more
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Where else but in New York can you have coffee alongside Tibetan Monks. This establishment is an Interesting corner coffee shop along Queens Boulevard that promotes Tibetan culture and makes some excellent ice coffee too. Give it a try read more
Whatta delight, a little gem among not muchness. It's a chill vibe, local peeps, lovely decor and clothes to thumb through, teas, smoothies, coffee, and suppppper yummy momos!! I'm so glad I found this place. Great to chit chat, lean back, and just be. Amdo was super simple and delicious. The service is really attentive, and informative. read more
Much needed addition to the neighborhood as we really don't have anywhere to sit and chat, especially since the Starbucks closed. This is was better, the space is large and bright, with floor to ceiling windows at the corner of the block. Cozy couches with coffee tables are available as well as high tops. There's a wide variety of tea, coffee, and some baked goods to choose from - but I love getting the beef momos with spicy chili oil every time I come (they take about 20 minutes made to order but they're worth it!). Service is friendly and prices are reasonable. They also have a lot of Tibetan clothing, jewelry, and housewares for sale. read more
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Such a cute spot with really cool Tibetan items to purchase. It's really big and roomy with lots of sitting areas. I only ordered milk tea (which was good and not overpowered with sugar) but will come back for their snacks and noodles next time. read more
3 years ago
my favorite local cafe and the BEST CAPPUCCINO EVER! I at least get 2 cups of cappuccinos, and the staff are so friendly they know their loyal customers. you will feel right at home! read more
5 years ago
This place is a hidden gem. With a spacious interior and the quiet bustle of the street, it's the perfect place to sit back and unwind. Above all, the most impressive was the superior consumer experience; the man who runs the counter made sure the order was exactly to my liking. It was simply a bonus that their matcha tea, made with authentic matcha powder, was delicious. read more
3 years ago
Amazing place to be with healthy and yummy food near queens.Friendly zone and perfect place for tibetian products.Loved this place 100% and would go in coming days with my friends and family. read more
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Great beautiful place, it has a beautiful environment . Very chill for work/or a meet up. The manager is great. Great people. read more
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