Brooklyn Perk

I feel like I'm just like everyone else trying out "beautiful desserts." I kept seeing those…read morefruit-shaped pastries all over TikTok (mostly in LA), so I wanted to see if NYC had something similar. This spot kept popping up, so I checked it out--definitely didn't disappoint. Got a matcha and the big strawberry pastry stuffed with jam and soft cake. And yeah... you need a fork lol. The crunchy chocolate shell is actually really good. Coffee is moderately priced, pastries are a little expensive--but that's NYC + a viral trend. It gets pretty busy during the day with people working, so just a heads up.

I've walked by so many times with realizing and decided to finally stop by. There's a lovely…read moredisplay of pastries and it's honestly difficult to just choose one. The entire space seemed spacious, however ever table was taken. Incredibly packed and probably a problem they love to have. I ended up getting the pistachio latte and it was just way too sweet for me. It also took quite a while for my latte. I'd come back to try other lattes and just get a regular coffee.

Dubai Latte (@joeynht)

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Petit Paulette

4.1(29 reviews)

2.3 mi•Fort Greene

It was a lovely afternoon! Love hanging out the outside…read moresheet. however the server was not so attentive and we were waited some times. Kinda feel over priced as well.

This was a nice little surprise to find in Brooklyn. If you are on a date, go to the big park…read moreacross the street first and enjoy a stroll. We were the only customers at first and that was nice. Chaz was our server. He's attentive and knowledgeable. We tried the Ghia which is a ginger and lemon non-alcoholic drink. The can said sea salt so I'm not sure exactly what was happening. I had 2 glasses of something with bubbles. I believe it was the sweetest they offered without buying a bottle. We ordered the fromages, olives, deviled eggs, and the creme brulee. It was all delicious and fresh. The cheese impressed me most. It was served with several pieces of fresh, crusty bread. The servings of cheese were generous and there was a large portion of cinnamon apples nested in the middle of the board. Yummy is not good enough to describe this. I'm definitely stealing that idea for my next charcuterie board.

House truffle potato chips

Tartine du jour

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Hummus, crudite

Baba Cool

4.0(331 reviews)

Baba Cool was wonderful! Lovely warm welcome when we arrived and staff remained very attentive and…read morehelpful throughout the evening. The food was delicious ! You must have the Brussels sprouts!! I'd go back for those in a minute! I very much enjoyed my salmon dish. Lovely presentation and preparation but portion a bit small. However, the Brussels sprouts were so generous portion that even after sharing there was "take home" for us. The chocolate mousse was extraordinary! I don't even want to know the calorie count - but worth it!! My one negative was the chill of the Cabernet Yes, I know that's the trend but personally I prefer room temp especially in cold weather The restaurant owner was gracious, staff actually charming and accommodating We are recommending this place to family and friends and plan to return especially when going to BAM ENJOY!!

Definitely a hip spot to grab drinks and catch up with friends but the food was somewhat of a miss…read morefor us. We came on a Saturday night for an early dinner at 5pm. Walked in and was able to get a seat without reservation, but it definitely filled up by 6/7 pm. The place is dimly lit and the tables are quite small. For the food, we got their Brussel sprouts, shrimp, salmon entree and chicken entree. Our favorite were definitely the shrimp. But everything else when eaten together tasted a bit too greasy and felt monotonous in terms of flavor. Brussel sprouts were fried and held to a decent amount of oil, then the addition of tahini made it even more oily. Pan chicken we expected whole pieces of chicken but it was more like a thin chicken cutlet. The salmon came with a cauliflower puree which tasted so rich (with butter), but I couldn't finish it bc it was so rich.

Cafe seating work w/ a laptop or grab drinks with old friends

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Bar area

Squarrel Cafe

4.6(139 reviews)

2.0 mi•Boerum Hill

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I needed a place with WiFi to take a Zoom call before an IRL meeting in this neighborhood…read more Squarrel fit the bill and did the job! I love board games and wanted to see one in NYC when i was there. When I got there, it was packed with what I perceived to be high schoolers playing a game. Someone left after I ordered, so I was lucky to snag not just a table, but a corner table with an outlet. Score! The strawberry matcha was very good and didn't keep me up at night--sometimes matcha (aka caffeine) does that to me. They also have dumplings! I would've gotten some if I was hungrier. Good energy and vibes and they have other fun drinks too. Service was kind and patient with me when I couldn't decide what to order. They were also kind (to let me take a call there although I didn't really talk) in letting me know I had to leave (I didn't do anything, everyone had to leave) to make room for a weekly nighttime board game group. Would be back if I'm in the area!

This is a very cute little cafe. They sell coffee and pastries and they have board games you can…read moreplay. They have the most interesting chess board I've ever seen. It's vertical. Now I feel like I have to get one. Cute shop with a nice chill vibe. I had a chocolate croissant that was delicious. Will definitely check it out again.

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Nostrand Coffee Roasters

4.2(21 reviews)

Only ordered a medium cappuccino. It was delicious. The lady behind the counter was so sweet. I…read moredidn't go to the garden to sit bc I was rushing but I peaked and it's cute. I'd go back. Sorry no photo.

Great spot! Not a ton of seats, so it's more of a grab and go spot. But they made a very good chai…read moretea latte!

Front of store

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Inside, Cold Brewers in the Front Window

Hungry Ghost

3.9(201 reviews)

2.0 mi•Fort Greene

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-1,000,000 stars for not having wifi available for paying customers in 2025…read more2 stars for delicious muffin

Just delicious oat milk latte. That's it. That's all I had. No gluten free foods were available to…read moreeat with it but the drink was tasty.

Got a little crowded around 3

Oat milk latte

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Matcha latte

Bittersweet

3.9(170 reviews)

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A cute neighborhood coffee shop. They have good pastries. My favorite is their maple latte. The…read moreflavor is so good. I have been disappointed with their matcha latte's, they are very inconsistent. It's a small narrow space so when it's very busy during the weekend, I feel like a packed sardine waiting for service. Baristas are friendly.

I've given Bittersweet a couple tries, but have left disappointed most times…read more I appreciate that their prices are reasonable, and its proximity to the park, but drinks and food haven't been great. Their espresso drinks are little too acidic/burnt tasting to me and the chai latte is SO watery. It barely has any chai flavor.. not sure if it's because I substituted milk for almond milk? But I don't think that should matter I've also tried their jalapeño cheddar scone which was quite dry. Their sandwiches seem to be popular which I'm still open to try, but I'd definitely skip on the drinks

Menu as of 10/28/23

Blackberry scone. AMAZING!

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Their matcha :/

Coffee Project New York | Fort Greene

4.3(122 reviews)

Its a nice cafe. The coffee is good. But I dont get the hype. The staffs are friendly. Thats about…read moreit. The coffee is overpriced even for nyc standards. The coffee cups are small too. I came here on a Saturday where it was supposed to be open till 5pm. When I got in and ordered they didnt mention anything about the updated closing time. They kicked out all customers exactly at 3.30pm. Everyone were clueless. I would've gone elsewhere had they just given a head ups. It's not great when you charge me over $10 for a small cup of coffee and then kick me out 1.5hrs before closing time on a chilly day.

Great food and a solid spot overall. Drinks are ok, nothing bad but not the highlight compared to…read morethe food.

The counter at Coffee Project NY Brooklyn.

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Sakura latte

Café Paulette

3.8(297 reviews)

2.3 mi•Fort Greene

Correctness/Taste (1-5): Despite me getting a very basic dish which was steak and frites, it was…read moreexecuted quite well. The steak was seasoned very well and charred haha, good eggs as well. The Crème brûlée was delicious. - 4/5 Value (1-5): I think for what you are paying for, you get quite a lot, eggs, steak and potatoes . - 5/5 Customer Service (1-5): My server was extremely nice and chill. (5/5)

Great French bistro in fort green. Nice service. Tables close bistro style. Food comes out quickly…read more.generous portion sizes. French onion soup looked amazing as did the salads. Escargot was good as was the steak frites w salad

Carpaccio de Gravlax

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Textbook

4.1(59 reviews)

2.3 mi•Fort Greene

People have left some odd reviews of this place, including a one-star review for the restaurant…read moreapparently being highly politicized--a vibe I neither felt nor could visually identify within or without the establishment. I ordered a single burger and a Sudan spiced peanut butter latte, for ~$15! That's pretty inexpensive for New York City. I note this as some consider it overpriced. I suppose the food is fairly inexpensive, the lattes slightly higher than average. The "burger" comes wrapped in a homemade pita with diced cucumber, onion, and tomato, plus a few crispy, thick-cut fries and a yummy house sauce. It was a cool twist of the traditional burger and had a nice flavor. The sauce was like a slightly Mediterranean version of Big Mac sauce. The girl working as the barista and cashier was very nice and friendly. She had a nice presence and warm smile, made suggestions, and even gave a stranger free utensils when they popped on to ask. I think it's definitely worth checking out, and it's a good place for a cheap & simple meal that's still quirky and fun.

I have wanted to try this spot for some time, and wound up a bit disappointed with what I tried…read more They feature a tahini cold brew, which features two things I love dearly, but instead of a rich cold brew it was overly sweet and icy--more like a slushie. Perhaps I should have anticipated that, or my mistake in ordering. I also ordered a Moroccan egg salad sandwich which was substantive but surprisingly bland--sparse with the advertised capers and pickled red onions to give it more punch. I've always loved the look of the spot and the vibe--funky decor, outside and indoor facing counters to order, with some outdoor seating for people watching on Dekalb or heading nearby Ft. Greene Park. I see they are renovating and rebranding a bit and adding some burger component. While I didn't love it, I'd definitely give it another shot.