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Bilqis Coffee

4.3 (15 reviews)
Open • 8:00 am - 11:00 pm

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Fawn G.

"To become the leading provider of authentic Yemeni specialty coffee in the United States, celebrating Yemen's rich coffee heritage while empowering local communities through sustainable business practices and enhancing global awareness of the unique qualities of Yemeni coffee" This is Bilqis Coffee's mission and that vision is crystal clear upon entering this fairly new spot in Bay Ridge. The aroma of Yemeni coffee and cardamom hit me as soon as I entered. This spacious gem also sells its coffees, teas as well as brewing instruments. I was in the mood for a coffee with cardamom and decided to order the Light Arabic Qahwah coffee. The barista who took my order was extremely courteous and asked me if this was my first time visiting shop. I replied yes and she offered me a free piece of baklava. I found a table as I waited for my coffee; there are ample seating and cushions for comfort. My Qahwah was ready and she served me a side of honey to place inside my coffee. You might ask what is the difference between Qahwah and regular coffee? Qahwah on its own does have an earthy and slightly bitter taste. However, when cloves, cinnamon and my favorite, cardamom, are added the flavor becomes a bit citrusy, floral and sweeter. The Qahwah was delicious and adding the honey complimented the cardamom nicely. Bilqis also serves assorted flavors of gelato, baklava, cheesecake, croissants and other sweets. Special shout out to the barista who served me, I did not get her name, but she is absolutely wonderful and accommodating! The cafe ambience is relaxing and there is complimentary water offered in the back. It's a great start to your day or end it after post work. Bilqis is located on 80th and Fiftb Avenue, take R train to 86th and Fourth Avenue, @8 minute walk.

Samantha P.

Love the caramel frappe! Great service and the place is big. Plenty of comfort seating. Perfect spot to read or do some work.

Linda L.

Wonderful escape in Bayridge to Yemen. Came in on a Saturday afternoon and most cozy couches were taken. Both coffee and tea were nice and strong, and I love that they have a cream/cardamom and ginger flavors. Im happy it wasn't sweet by default as the dessert complimented the hot drinks. Only thing I wish was the dessert was heated up to give it more crisp. Highly recommend a visit if you are looking for a place to catch up with someone or do work (they provide wifi password at the counter). Service is on the slower end which is why it should be a place to come if you are not in a hurry. IG@Jubes111

Baklava was $3 EACH!! Both spongey,no flavor! The other; caramel cake tasted like burnt caramel. The yemen coffee was horrible.
Brooklyn A.

Despite it being brightly lit & opened late which is always a plus in an area that is full of places that close too early, even on weekends..this place was disappointing! It's way overpriced for sh*tty coffee and below mediocre desserts! People linger there taking up seats long after they finish their coffee & desserts, having loud conversations with each other. This place has the audacity to charge $3 for EACH Small SQUARE of Baklava; which were spongey not crispy & lacking that traditional baklava flavor. The caramel swirl type of cakes tasted like burnt caramel! The Yemen coffee which we were told was strong & popular, was HORRIBLE! And what "strong"?? Again OVERPRICED & DISAPPOINTING, not returning. This place gets crowded with neighborhood regulars who you can tell grew up on this stuff so it seems they're used to this crap.

Adam Y.

First time here this new coffee shop is a great addition to the neighborhood, I tried 2 of their sweets, a sweet milk coffee, seemed to have been a medium roast. I have to say everything from the service to the quality was great i will definitely be back.

Caramel iced latte , spinach cheese pastry

Tried this place at random today instead of going to another yemeni spot I'm a regular at and i was pleasantly surprised ! Loved my latte it was perfect and the pastry was so delicious the decor and seating is so comfortable and the man at the register was courteous and friendly! Will become a regular

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Great coffee Love their Yemeni latte is always so good! The staff are always so nice

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