Split the ceasar salad and the chicken with a friend, both were super flavorful and really tasty,…read moreI especially loved the salad. The restaurant was relatively empty while we were there, so the service was fast. It felts very cozy and clean inside, and I enjoyed the table markers that they decorate with Indian celebrity faces :) will be back!

Located in BedStuy, Cheeni is not far from the Kingston-Throop station. They claim "Indian-ish"…read morecuisine, and I could definitely see the influence. But don't expect heaps of butter chicken and rice. This cafe serves more like light bites and hot drinks. I loved the mango lassi and kale Caesar salad. The staff was kind enough to keep my takeout dessert in the fridge temporarily. The interior is full of books and textile wall arts. The seating is mismatched but still matching in vibe (natural wood colors, light green, and maroon). I think the price/value is reasonable. The water is serve yourself, and laptops are allowed. You order at the counter but usually are served at your table. My one qualm is that I had asked about takeout ordering, which she claimed was available online. Right now only pastries and specialty items can be ordered online, not the normal full menu. Hopefully they get this fixed soon.

This is why I come to New York City…read more There is something about experiencing Black excellence here that touches a part of me I don't find anywhere else. This café is a perfect example. It's run by a young Black man with a genuine love for culture, art, and community. The space features a beautiful display of Black fashion and books, creating an atmosphere that feels intentional, creative, and deeply connected to culture. Both the owner and the staff member were incredibly friendly, warm, and personable. From the moment I walked in, the experience felt welcoming. I asked the owner to create something I would love, with a few parameters: decaf, no dairy, and not too sweet. He absolutely delivered. The drink had the perfect touch of cinnamon, honey, and vanilla - simple & balanced. But honestly, it was more than the coffee. The vibe here is superior. The culture, the warmth, the creativity, the Black excellence - it all made this feel like exactly the kind of New York City experience I came looking for.

My friends and I came here one afternoon a few weeks to hang out and catch up. Lips has been in the…read morecommunity for a bit and it's a black owned mother and son cafe, so please go and support. It's a super chill spot right by the 2/5 train at Church Avenue. They have a decent amount of seating at both tables as well as along the windows. The space is bright and inviting with lots of fun accents and memorabilia. They had a great playlist of mainly R&B and throwbacks. The menu has lots of yummy drinks, many with a Caribbean flavor profile and food items including pastries and sandwiches. The service was really good and I'd definitely come back here the next time I'm in the area.

"He did it again!" I yelled as I sipped my wonderfully made iced latte. I came in twice on a Sunday…read moreand was lucky to get two great iced chai lattes. The barista was super nice and quick to make the drinks. I will definitely be coming back!

I've walked by this cafe before and decided to take a peek at their instagram, which completely…read moresold my partner and I on deciding to come in for a date night. We were pleasantly surprised at how beautiful the small, intimate space of Che was. Despite the small size, the restaurant has table, bar and outside seating, so you can't go wrong. We chose to sit inside and were warmly greeted by the server who made recommendations and allowed us to try the weekly wines. If you're a vinophile with a funky palette, this is a must. I had a skin contact wine while my partner had the jungle bird cocktail which was INCREDIBLE. We then shared the sardine dish, which was served on fresh, crunchy sourdough covered in smooth, melt in your mouth ricotta, and the tuna crudo, which left us feeling full yet refreshed. The olive oil in this dish was the unexpected star, adding a rich yet not overpowering element to the fresh vegetables and tuna. I absolutely need to come back for their day menu and to see the staff again as our server was so nice and attentive! A great place for a casual, elevated bite and fun drinks.

Finding a coffee shop to work out of in this time of remote work is really challenging in many…read moreparts of Brooklyn. Most of the best places are too crowded to ever find a seat, and others are intentionally inhospitable to laptop parkers, for understandable reasons. Capitalism is a b*ch. I was hopeful when I saw photos of Nostrand Cafe's long bench that looked primed for coworking. Turns out said bench can get rather crowded, and you better hope your laptop battery holds up, because there are no outlets. I squeezed into a corner seat, but was happy to just hang out for an hour to work while I sipped on a matcha latte and ate my bibimbap. Which brings me to perhaps the most noteworthy aspect of this cafe. It's that they also serve Korean food. Find anything from kimchi fried rice to bibim gooksu and shin ramen on their menu. I also see now that they even sell soju, beer, and kombucha on tap, which I find a bit peculiar since they close by 5pm. I may add this to the coworking cafe rotation, but if anyone has cafe recommendations for a spot that's easy to work from and also serves savory food, I'm all ears.

Popped in for a breakfast wrap, added bulgogi and kimchi for extra flavor. Absolutely delicious and…read morefilling. Loved this take on a breakfast wrap! Interior is a decent size that includes multiple 2 person tables, a large communal table and a window ledge for solo seating. I also got an iced honey latte which was the perfect amount of sweetness. Service was nice and fast. I'd definitely return!

Actually some of the best matcha I have ever had - I'm still thinking about it months later. It was…read moreperfect amount of sweetness, creaminess, foaminess! Very kind barista, quiet coffee shop/book shop. Clean with fresh flowers on each table. This is a great place to come hang out and get some work done.

Cute bookstore with a cafe inside. The staff were nice. Love that they use Caffe vita beans. Came…read moreby to visit a friend who was taking part in the mini market. I would come back to visit if in the area.

I came here for a friends event and didn't really know what to expect. On the plus side, the bar…read moreitself is very spacious and the bartenders were very friendly. On the other hand, I found the decor to be a bit overwhelming, the bathroom smelled horrible and they only offered pizza at night (not gluten free). I only had ginger beer but my friends did say their drinks were strong and seemed affordable. I wouldn't go out of my way to go back there but it seemed like they had a local crowd.

Not a planned stop but got it on the way to walk the Williamsburg bridge. Such a spunky spot that…read moreis literally a bar (I guess it just converts to one at night). Server was friendly and it is quite dark inside but may be nice for a computer study. The maple spice latte was super good. Sweet but not too sweet and the spice really warmed me up on a chillier day. On par with the "normal" 7$ specialty latte prices you get nowadays but yeah home made maple syrup made it super unique. Loved it.

Such an amazing hidden gem! This place is a local business for me so I definitely had to give it a…read moretry. I was first introduced to this establishment via a Yelp Elite Week event some months ago. Of course, being that I am of Haitian descent, there was no way I wasn't coming back here on my own to give this place a try. I ordered the fried plantain (tostones) with some grits & pikliz. For my beverage, I went with the Haitian lemonade. Everything tasted absolutely great and the customer service was even better. I hope to return here and I also hope that this establishment remains open long term. It's a great addition to the neighborhood, especially on Nostrand Avenue.

One of my fave Caribbean coffee shops, which also has a wine bar Friday through Sunday ! Service is…read morealways A1, Eric is always hard out work creating his delicious dishes. My girls and I had the frikitaki sandwich (over easy fried egg, fried salami, aioli on a hero, yummmm), plantain brulee latte, tostones and morir sonando. Tostones are purrrfect, perfectly fried and seasoned and the morir sonando was delish (fresh squeezes orange juice and milk) tastes like a creamsicle It was poppin Saturday morning, busy, busy, but worth the wait. Always a vibe.

You know, I really wasn't expecting anything different when I came by again. I thought, "It's…read moreThursday! Eggplant Parm day! :D" but sadly, there was no eggplant parm, or a myriad of the other sides I had come to know when coming here. So, turns out they completely neutered the menu selection they previously had as well as their offerings in favor of opening up a small cafe upstairs with some sparse offerings. They still "technically" have the meal platter but it just comes with rice and two sides (at the same price)... a stark difference to the "full meal" options they used to have that often came with a main, at least 3-4 sides, soup, and salad. I... honestly have no idea why they would choose to do this, because it completely ruins the charm and what this place kind of stood for but.... I don't think I'm going to come back to this place anymore, sorry. It's not the same endearing place I came to know and love.

Located downstairs of the temple is the canteen. The atmosphere is super causal and relaxed with a…read moredecent amount of seating. I got the pani puri and the masala dosa, with a mango lassi. You know the lassi is good when it's more yogurty than milk. Still very sweet but I really enjoyed it. I also tried my friend's chai and it was definitely on the sweeter end but still enjoyable. Everything looks great and the food all looks flavorful I'd definitely recommend making a visit!