If it's your first time here, what catches you is the decor and the coziness the cafe brings. A few friends stopped going here because of how busy it was during the weeknights. At this point, this cafe is better off for casual gatherings and not for study sessions. I think it's only one of the few cafes that are open past 10 PM. I've been to many different cafes in NY and visited cafe bench a few times in the past few years with large groups. I saw a recent view and was surprised to have read about the lack of disrespect a Hispanic man gave. I saw him a few times and I never saw something similar to that extent. There may be a lack of awareness on his end for bowing down and if that truly happened, I'd be pissed too and that's so uncalled for. I've been to other cafes with a similar policy but yeah, this cafe is pretty well known for having strict no-remake, no-modification policies. I've seen other customers caught off guard by it too. From what my friends and I observed, the staff doesn't make those calls and they're busy with orders like any other cafe. I'm just writing this to to share a different perspective as someone who's been there many times as I came by last weekend to give it another shot. I got the Jasmine Bear which was less sweet than before and took a sip of my friend's Berry Mucho Smoothie which was a 9/10. I wish i got that because the Jasmine Bear isn't as sweet. I usually get the Lemon C crepe and decided to try out the pomodoro instead. Although the portions are not as much as I thought it would be, the seasoned chicken and the sweet tomato sauce went really well with the crispy flakiness of the crepe. read more

I honestly hate writing reviews. I'm the kind of guy who doesn't like to bad mouth anyone or business -- especially in New York City, where running a small business is already tough enough. Prices are high, customers are demanding, and the last thing anyone needs is another negative comment online. But once in a while, something happens so outrageous, so disrespectful, that you can't stay quiet. This is one of those moments. I've been a loyal customer of Cafe Bench for over 10 years. I've brought friends here, studied here, and supported this place since the early days. But after my most recent visit, I can confidently say -- I will never be coming back. I came in with a group of six, including my wife, who's pregnant and diabetic. She ordered a small matcha latte, which turned out to be incredibly sweet -- undrinkable, really. I went to the counter and politely explained the situation, asking if they could kindly remake it with no added sugar for medical reasons. There were four employees behind the counter. The cashier mentioned the drink had five pumps of sugar (which is absurd, by the way) and went to ask her coworker what to do. That coworker checked with what seemed to be the manager -- a Hispanic man -- and came back to tell me I'd need to pay another $8.44 for a remake. I was stunned. I wasn't asking for a refund, just a small accommodation for a legitimate health issue. I even suggested to simply add more milk or water to dilute it. But nope -- flat refusal. "Store policy." Frustrated, I told them to just give me the drink back and returned to my table. I quietly told my group what happened, and as they looked over -- visibly confused -- that same "manager" looked right at us and smirked. When I met his gaze, he pressed his hands together, bowed, and smirked again. Why is he bowing? Now, I don't want to throw around words like racism lightly, but as an Asian person, I cannot overstate how humiliating that gesture felt. My entire table saw it. We were shocked and disgusted. If I hadn't been there with small children, I would've walked out on the spot. Let me say this as someone who's supported this café for a decade: Cafe Bench has gone completely downhill. * The desserts are overloaded with sugar, chocolate, and ice cream -- style over substance. * The drinks are overpriced and inconsistent. * The staff is unprofessional, and in my case, downright disrespectful. Years ago, I even used to study here until I learned from a former employee that the owner intentionally removed electrical outlets because she didn't like people staying too long. That tells you everything you need to know about how they view their customers. And speaking of the owner -- I've since heard that in local Korean community that she doesn't have the best reputation due to similar rude and dismissive behavior. Sadly, after this experience, I believe it. At this point, Cafe Bench is surviving purely on its décor and Instagram appeal -- not quality, not service, and certainly not integrity. If you want better value, friendlier staff, and actual respect as a customer, I recommend Cafe Grey, Beans & Malt, or Cafe Auburndale -- all nearby and way ahead in every possible way. As someone who's supported this business for 10+ years, it honestly pains me to say this -- but Cafe Bench, you've lost a loyal customer for good. read more

I last went to Cafe Bench several years ago, and with the recent warm weather, I was interested in coming back for their bingsoo. I like the cafe for their late hours and their interiors. They decorated the place kind of like there's a tree in the middle. I had the mango bingsoo and I really like their mango flavor on the shaved ice! I also enjoyed the mangoes as well! read more

Cafe Bench - Cafes Near Me - Flushing, New York

I don't usually have a sweet tooth, but I come here every so often when I'm craving a treat because the crepes are good. Interior is also super cute. We got the #14 Chip Chip and added a scoop of matcha ice cream: delicious. Devoured it way too fast read more

Cafe Bench - delicious - Cafes Near Me - Flushing, New York

A charming little spot with a whimsical, cozy vibe that's clearly the star of the experience. The decor is delightful, full of greenery and soft lighting that makes you want to linger. We dropped in for breakfast and tried the crepes, which were fine--nothing to rave about, but nicely plated. You're mostly paying for the ambiance here. Drinks were decent; the iced coffee and Berry lemonade hit the spot. You order at the counter and seat yourself, which works well in this laid-back setting. All in all, a sweet place to relax and snap a few photos, but menu items were just OK read more

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Go to place for dessert. They have savory and sweet items on the menu. The cafe selections are great for both hot and cold. Sweet crepes are my go to orders and can't go wrong with any of them. Shaved ices are good too! Ambiance is casual, warm and welcoming. Very cozy cafe for hangouts. read more

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1st time here. This place is so cute, so well decorated. Got: 1) 3/5 momo peach smoothie ($6.75) - tastes like peach lassi, pretty dense 2) 3/5 chip chip crepe ($12.75) - contains "Cinnamon, choco drizzle, chocolate chip and strawberry and whipped cream." This can be shared by 2. It was too sweet for me. I wish the chocolate syrup was dark chocolate as well. The whipped cream was way too sweet. Wish it had more chocolate chips too. It was really pretty tho. read more

This is the prettiest cafe in Queens for desserts. Their decorations changes base on the season. read more

Cafe Bench - Line to order - A cafe interior features a large yellow floral tree with string lights hanging from the ceiling, creating a cozy atmosphere. - Cafes Near Me - Flushing, New York

Things to know - there are like 4 parking spots in the back but usually filled. They no longer the Apple Pay or android play. Cash or card only. We tried the dolce latte and I loved it - the bear (whom looked like he was trying to get out of the cup) was made of coffee and there were coffee ice cubes along with espresso inside of condensed milk. I also tried the Almonds Nut Truffle and although I liked it and don't regret ordering it, I probably wouldn't get it again. But if you like nuts and a light ice cream touch - this would be perfect for you. read more

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This is still one of my favorite cafes. It's really nicely decorated and so cute with the nice lighting which makes it feel so cozy. There is no table service here, you just order/pay at the counter and they give you a buzzer when you're food is ready. I got the turkey crepe which came with a side salad. I also ordered a cappuccino along with a passion fruit drink. The food was prepared quickly and was tasty. I loved my little cinnamon design on my cappuccino...so cute! One thing about this place is you must bring your tray and plates/glasses etc back to the counter and clean up your table when done. I know they don't like it if you leave everything at the table and simply leave because there is no waitstaff there. Easy enough to do and I always like to clean up after myself anyway to leave it nice for the next person. read more

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Came here on a Thursday night to check out their crepes. The Lady Nana was so delicious! The vanilla ice cream portion was generous, with enough ice cream for each bite of banana and crepe. I'm not usually a fan of banana flavor but the combination of ice cream, banana, and crepe made for a perfect and chewy bite! Highly recommend! read more

Cafe Bench - Lady Nana - Cafes Near Me - Flushing, New York

Food was delicious and the coffee was great. Very accommodating by making it decaf for me. Would definitely return. My friends Lady Nana looked very appetizing as well. read more

Cafe Bench - Friends receipts as I forgot mine - Cafes Near Me - Flushing, New York

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Cute cafe to grab brunch and dessert. Orders are taken at the counter and you're notified when it's ready. Plenty of nice sized tables which were not overly crowded together. Enjoyed my ice cappuccino and grilled chicken crepe. It got surprisingly busy for a weekday afternoon. read more

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This is a cute spot to hangout with friends and take lot of nice pics. With regards to the food, it's decent and they have a good dessert selection - they're known for their crepes. I had brunch here and it was a really nice spot to chat and chill. It's a bit busy and bustling and is a fairly popular spot. You place your order directly at the counter and pick up when the order is ready for your table. I had the Teriken crepe, which was savory with chicken and teriyaki sauce, and the Amaretto Nut Truffle. I also had the Blueberry Lavenderade to drink. Overall, the food was good. The crepe was savory and I loved my Amaretto Nut Truffle!! The drink wasn't too bad and was definitely on the tart side, which I liked as well. Overall, this is a great spot for a relaxed time and great pics! read more

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Cafe Bench is a cute spot to go to for a date or to hang out with friends. Although I have been with friends, I love taking myself on a solo date there along with my journal! As soon as you enter, the ambience is so relaxing and beautiful. It is decorated in a whimsical, romantic way with the fairy lights and the miniature houses around the room. It's exactly how I vision my wedding to look like! The prices are kind of $$ though. Last month, I ordered the Sunrise Hibiscus Sparkler and it was $8!! However, the drink was quite refreshing and was a form of visual art as the ice was creatively designed into a rose and was beautiful. The food is made up of both savory and sweet crepes. I ordered the Mary Poppins dessert crepe and was not a huge fan of it. The whipped topping was just too sweet. The actual crepe was delicious though but I didn't think the value was worth the price. I really like that the food and drinks are all forms of visual art and are each individually distinct from the other! Next time I'm looking forward to trying a different crepe without the sweet cream on top. Definitely worth a visit! read more

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I came here for post-dinner dessert with my friends. It's pretty spacious inside, but the tables are quite close together probably to acommodate more people, but that's not unusual in my opinion. The interior is decorated very beautifully and we were fortunate to go during the holidays because their Christmas decor was amazing. We got 2 dessert crepes, one with orange marmalade and chocolate and another with red bean and matcha ice cream. They were good, but not amazing, but good. We didn't try their drinks but if I return, I will since a lot of reviews are mentioning their drinks. Service was friendly and prompt. A good spot to enjoy dessert and chat, catch up with friends, etc. read more

It's been a while since I've been to Cafe Bench, but we decided to stop by after dinner to grab dessert. The place was PACKED on a Friday night - all tables were filled, the side benches were filled, and the line was a few people deep. Thankfully, we snagged a table for 2. My fiance & I decided to share a Nutella Addict crepe and a regular hot chocolate, which came out to about $19. After ordering, it took around 25 minutes since they were really backed up. Honestly for $19, this was quite disappointing. The crepes are smaller than I remember and for about $11/$12, it wasn't really good value for its price point. Hot chocolate was mostly foam and milk, with a hint of cocoa only. For what it's worth, the inside is cozy though. Not sure I'd be dying to go back anytime soon, but good for those once in a while cravings. read more

Cafe Bench - Hot Chocolate & Nutella Addict Crepe - Cafes Near Me - Flushing, New York

Came back here in a while. still solid service and great desserts. interior is so pretty too. I believe they up change the interior from time to time. It's cute and very spacious inside so it's good to stay and enjoy your desserts. read more

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This cafe gives garden party vibes, and you probably wouldn't have known if you hadn't stepped in. I got the Orange Bianco Coffee, and the taste reminded me of creamsicle popsicles. There was some pulp along the bottom, which made for a really interesting drinking texture, but the coffee was really nice and creamy without being too sweet. The wait for the coffee wasn't too long. They also have a restroom, which is super convenient! read more

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Been going here for 5+ years now and love how their food stays consistent as well as their service. I got my usual Crème Lovers Crepe with strawberries, which was a tasty dessert after dinner. They have a wide variety of options you can choose from. This place is my FAVORITE go-to dessert cafe because of how delicious the crepes are. We also got a latte that had a cute art designed on top of it. The service was relatively quick considering that there were a lot of people there and there is plenty of seating options for customers. Ambiance is always great. Will be back again when I'm in town. Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 read more

Cafe Bench - Crème Cream Lover Crepe - A crepe topped with strawberries and whipped cream, served with a latte in a mug, on a wooden tray at a cafe. - Cafes Near Me - Flushing, New York

Cute cafe, perfect for people who wants to chill and relax! Amazing desserts! Location: It is located along Northern Blvd. There is a lot of seating inside and they have nice decorations depends on the holiday! Service: This is self service. You order and they will call if your food is ready then when your done you have to bring to the cashier your plates and utensils. Food: Most of what we ordered was good!! SWEET FOREST: its a crepe with strawberries, red bean sauce, green tea ice cream with chocolate and almonds! MANGO NOODLE SHAVED ICE: omg this is my favorite! The mangoes are so sweet! I don't know where they get it! And the shave ice is so smooth and milky! JASMINE LOVE A LOT BEAR: so cute! Not that sweet! Bear will melt!! Price rating: 6/10 its not that bad for the food! Its my second time here because its so good! I will definitely come back here! Second time here and the food is still amazing! Take pics of the decors! read more

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A small cafe with its only character. Good for the young generation. Food is mediocre

The crepes are delicious and sweet. We got nice pictures at the picture spot. The whole restaurant is decorated with attention to details. We got cute teddy bear drinks. read more

I come to Cafe Bench easily once a month. Coffee is great and good quality. I've tried the cafe mocha, macchiato, lattes, lavender oat drink etc. Their home made whip cream is delicious! Food wise I've only ever had their Nutella crepe. It's super sweet. Service is quick you can dine in or take out. You get a buzzer while you wait. Baristas was nice and pleasant. I personally love how it's decorated different every month depending on the season on holiday. The tables and floors are clean and it always smells sweet and coffee like. read more

Cafe Bench - Always cute decorations - Cafes Near Me - Flushing, New York

Normally, I would find the decor tacky but for some reason it goes. It's a vibe -- a mixture of cute, romantic, and festive. Dessert isn't bad. Most people order the crepes but I like their mud pie. It's super sweet but it hits all the right notes when I'm craving it. Service is quick and friendly. read more

I'm going to cover a lot. Let me begin with the ambience of the location, it was absolutely beautiful. It's cozy and decorated for Valentine's Day. The drinks were very pretty and delicious. We got matcha latte, dolce latte and cafe bombon. As for the food the crepes were cold. I don't know if they were already premade but they were not warm at all. We ordered the fiesta, Alfie and cheesecake crepe. The fiesta was not spicy as it being the only item on the menu listed as spicy. The alfie was warm on the inside only. The cheesecake pieces on the cheesecake crepe were frozen and only partially filled. Now for the customer service- When we entered, there were about two tables occupied. This was our first time and when we walked in no one acknowledged us. As I asked if we seat ourselves, the lady replied yes, no table service. I went to take four menus as there was an abundance of menus and it wasn't packed and it was the four of us. The lady said you can share one. So I took one and we sat down. My friend got up and grabbed more menus as she could not see. We went up to order. Since we made separate orders we had two table buzzers for our orders. My friend's buzzer went off and went to pick up the tray the woman ran after my friend saying it's not her order and made it seem like my friend was stealing someone's tray of food. The four of us witnessed her buzzer go off. After receiving another buzzer and waited for her order and once it went off the lady at the counter said see it sounds different. Making it seem like it was my friend's mistake. Once we received all our food, it was very well presented and plating was beautiful but quality was not good and food was cold. Another issue was one of my friends had to use the bathroom and they said it was out of service. Due to food quality and the lack of customer service, I will not be returning here again. read more

Meter parking on northern blvd or residential parking. Two parking spots available for cafe customers at the back. Beautiful and charming ambient. Good friendly customer service. Food is good. Coffee is so so. Great place to meet with friends. They don't mind you staying longer to talk. We were conscious about staying too long and occupying a table. We plan to leave if anyone waiting for a table but we never had to on a Saturday afternoon. read more

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Picturesque garden like setting highlighted with decorative feel good themes makes for a perfect background for a Cafe. Love the bevy of hot and cold beverages here, especially the hot variety as they always come decorated with cute and whimsical expressions. The sweet and or savory crepes are delicious and is the perfect comfort food when you need a little pick me up. It's a little pricey, but the quality in the ingredients are easily distinguishable to the palette. There is a minimum $12 purchase to use credit cards and seating though limited is comfortable. The tables are spaced well apart from each other, so you never feel crowded in. Cafe bench offers Great service, food and drinks prepared fresh right before your eyes. They have set a high benchmark for others to replicate. read more

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Owner is very mean and disrespectful. It has been a pattern ive noticed everytime ive been there. Do not give business to horrible people. So many better cafes in area. She made a remark about me to her employees. When i confronted her she said she was speaking about someone else. read more

I was pleasantly surprised by the cute decor that surrounded the whole cafe. Seating is just first come first serve, so you can just give your order to the counter and sit wherever you want. Honestly, the crepes are pretty costly compared to what they are worth, but I liked how there are various flavors for the crepes. What I enjoyed the most was the drinks here!! I like how for their iced drinks, the ice is the iced version of that drink. For example, my mango drink had iced mango cubes so that even when they melted, I still had a strong flavor. Please try the Passion Mango!! read more

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I've circled around the other cafes in the area, but none are as elaborately decorated as this one. In terms of bakery, the choices are limited to crepes and ice cream. But I am happy the drinks are good! Cappuccino- cutely decorated. There's a wafting scent of cinnamon in every sip. 5/5 Specialty drink orange bianco 5/5 sweet with chunks of orange. Definitely something you can't recreate at home. Loved it. Such a beautiful ambiance. Can be very loud at peak times. read more

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If I could give zero stars to this place I would. I ordered a egg, ham, and cheese crepe. It was pretty bad. In the picture you can see they added some sauce which was sweet. I don't like sweet and salty flavors together like that. The crepe has some sort of flakes in it that was also sweet. The place took a very long time to prepare such a simple meal. They didn't have enough staff to take care of everyone there. I won't be returning. read more

Cafe Bench - Ham egg and cheese crepe - A savory crepe with toppings including diced tomatoes, a basil leaf, and a sauce, served on a Cafe Bench plate. - Cafes Near Me - Flushing, New York

I've been coming to this café for many years, and while there are things I truly appreciate, my overall experience has gone downhill to the point where I won't be returning. Please read until the end. The setup is simple: you order at the counter, get a buzzer, then pick up your food and clean up after yourself. The ambience is lovely, always decorated for the season with cute benches, and the crêpes, coffees, and cappuccinos are delicious (though the crêpes get cold quickly). Unfortunately, the service has been consistently unpleasant. Years ago, I ordered a decaf drink. When I double-checked with the staff, I was told--very rudely and loudly--that it wasn't decaf and that I needed to pay an extra $0.85 if I wanted it remade. The small upcharge wasn't the issue; it was the way the situation was handled, with zero accountability and unnecessary hostility. Another time, when I placed an order using the number printed on their menu (exactly as they've set it up), I was scolded and told I should say the name of the item instead. Why even provide numbers if customers aren't allowed to use them? On another visit, I had a personal bottle of water with me after walking there. Instead of kindly reminding me of the policy, the woman behind the counter came to my table and loudly scolded me in front of everyone. More recently, my brother ordered an iced coffee but was given a hot one. When he tried to correct it, he was met with the same aggressive yelling I had experienced before. Even my son wasn't spared. He simply moved a chair so our family could sit together for what was a large (and expensive) order, and he was harshly reprimanded for "causing hazards." The common theme here is that the person running the counter--whether owner or manager--seems to lack basic courtesy and professionalism. While the food and drinks are genuinely good, the way customers are treated completely ruins the experience. Sadly, no matter how tasty the crêpes are, I won't be coming back. read more

One of my favorite cafe places. We were driving in the neighborhood, who knew so many cafes would be packed at this time? Peering into Cafe Bench, I saw they had a couple of tables available, yet still incredibly busy. We ordered the matcha shaved ice and it was delicious! The ambiance is always nice in this place. read more

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It was almost full house on a Saturday morning at 11am and they open at 10am... which tells me it should be good. . You order at the counter and they give you a pager and it beeps/buzzes when it's ready. They have a variety of crepes as that is what they are known for. . When you think of crepes, it's more of a sweet dish than savory but I'm more of a savory person when it comes to morning breakfast, especially when dining in... . Got some savory crepes and they were just OK. I think the fillings are good but the crepe did not go well with it. Maybe the crepe is intended for sweets. . I couldn't even eat the crepe itself when my beef skillet. I ended up just eating the filling. . The crepes were kind of pricy IMO, but they don't have table service or didn't they ask for tips when paying so it's included I guess... . The crepes aren't big or anything to compensate for the price but I do understand with inflation and everything in general is just more expensive. read more

Cafe Bench - Hameggan Cheese Crepe & Beef Skillet Crepe - Cafes Near Me - Flushing, New York

I love a cafe place where they served your drinks in real cups. This place is one of that. The ambiance is relaxed and more of a garden vibe. The drinks are a variety but they never disappoint in making a great cappuccino. Service is friendly. Price is considerably inexpensive. I'm hooked!! read more

Cafe Bench - My first time here and this is my cappuccino. - Cafes Near Me - Flushing, New York

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A cutely decorated place with baristas that know what they're doing. I used to work across the street and went for the Iced Americano all the time. They have cute little pasties and treats. read more

Cafe Bench - Crepe Menu - Cafes Near Me - Flushing, New York

This cafe was BEAUTIFUL and the employees were really nice. I got the Jasmine love-a-lot bear, cream lover, and strawberry shaved ice. Really cute drink and delicious crepe. The shaved ice was also really good and tasted like it was made from real strawberries. However, the shaved ice was a bit pricey considering the size. Adorable cafe and would come again. read more

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Cute and quaint cafe with a plethora of hot drinks, cold drinks, and smoothies to choose from. Their savory and sweet crepes are a must try! read more

Cafe Bench - Cafes Near Me - Flushing, New York

Atmosphere and food are good. We didn't have to wait for a long time. Their Nutella addict is good. I added toppings as extra. Cream lover and also Sweet forest. read more