Still to this day this is one of my favorite cafes in bay-ridge. The atmosphere is super cozy and…read morebright at days and warm and cozy during night. Everyone is super friendly and accommodating here. I enjoyed most of their teas during night time since they do have caffeine free teas which are good. My favorite will have to be the passion fruit tea a with lemon and honey. 5/5! If I would to choose their coffee, I like the davinci turtle. Not too sweet and just right. They have plenty of seating so it is great to hang out or do work there. Overall, I would totally come back to try their other items.

I came here for an early lunch on a Friday. We ordered sandwiches and drinks table side. The…read moresandwiches came out really hot and included a bag of chips. Drinks are all in plastic cups with plastic straws- in fact everything they serve with is disposable. I wish more efforts were made to make this sustainable. Drinks were not great. Both the coffee and my partners Chai seemed off. Its a cute spot.

Boca Del Cielo - Bay Ridge Brunch Gem…read more I stopped by Boca de Cielo in the Bay Ridge area for brunch with the kids, and it turned out to be such a cozy and welcoming spot. You order your food at the front counter, and while we waited, the owner surprised us with a complimentary almond croissant since it was our first visit. It was absolutely delicious -- flaky, fresh, and easily one of the best almond croissants I've ever had. The menu has a great variety of options. We went with the steak and eggs and buttermilk street pancakes. The steak was tender and full of flavor, the home fries were seasoned perfectly, and the pancakes were fluffy and delicious. We also tried the Tropical Bliss Juice, a refreshing blend of pineapple, mango, and orange that's freshly pressed to order. From the warm decor to the amazing food and friendly service, everything about this place was fantastic. I can't wait to come back and try more items on their menu!

This place never misses. It's been a while since I have stopped by but finally had a chance today…read more Although the cooks are different the quality and taste of the food hasn't changed - still good, y'all! Today, I deviated from my norm and got the beet boost (the ginger shined through - which I loved); I got the steak wrap w/o tomatoes - definitely good. This came w/a salad (but your cheapy iceberg lettuce ;) and balsamic drizzle - all in all, a delicious meal. The seating has definitely changed the quality of the food and dranks are still fire

Came in for a simple 12 oz cappuccino for here, but she served it in a much larger to-go cup. When…read moreI asked about the size, she said they don't have smaller cups. I explained I didn't want that much milk and never asked for it to go, but instead of remaking the drink, she just poured it into a smaller cup to stay. I had time to wait but she did not offer to redo it, nor that she thought it was important i guess. The ratio was still off--more milk than coffee. Hard to judge the coffee itself because of that.

Wonderful cafe! I…read morestopped in to catch up with a friend and it had the perfect atmosphere for doing so. Everyone was very welcoming and friendly - offering suggestions for their vast options. There are comfy couches as well as many tables for those who need a place to catch up on a little work. I was overwhelmed with the options and panic ordered a berry & mint lemonade. It was absolutely delicious. My only regret was not getting a sweet treat on my way out!

I recently enjoyed a delicious and relaxing dinner with Georgian friends, enjoying many of my…read morefavorite Georgian staples - Imeruli Khatchapuri, lobiani, badrijani with walnuts, kebab, and beef & pork khinkali, paired with pear lemonade and Kisi wine (amber wine made in qvevri). The service here was outstanding, our waitress was personable and brought our food and drinks out quick. Everything we ordered came hot and delicious. As someone who spent a year in Georgia, I can attest the food here is the real deal. I can't wait to come back here again, and would highly recommend!

Dined in their lovely back space. It was still spacious even with all tables occupied. Ordered the…read moreChicken Stew and Adjaruli Khachapuri. The server stirred the cheese and butter in the Adjaruli Khachapuri for us. They used a mild cheese so for people who aren't big cheese fan - you might like this dish. A solid dish to start with. The Chicken Stew was also mildly seasoned. The sauce wasn't heavy. Overall, had a lovely dinner in a lovely space!

Just stopped in for a sweet treat iced latte! I got the biscoff cookie butter iced latte and my…read morefriend got the smores latte! Both were so good and the guy making our drinks was so nice and helpful. Whenever I'm back in Brooklyn I will definitely come back to try more of their 33 flavors!

I stopped by Brooklyn Brew Cafe for the first time while accompanying a friend's daughter who was…read moremeeting her mother there. I had no intention of staying--my plan was simply to walk her in and leave--but she insisted I try one of their cookies and sit for a moment. Unfortunately, that brief visit was more than enough to confirm that this is a place I would not willingly return to. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt unwelcoming. Instead of a basic greeting or even neutral acknowledgment, the woman behind the counter looked me up and down with a visible scowl, as though my presence was somehow offensive. First impressions matter in hospitality, and this one could not have been worse. A coffee shop should feel warm and inviting; this one felt the opposite. The environment itself did little to redeem the experience. The overall vibe was dull and unappealing, lacking the comfort and energy that usually make neighborhood cafés enjoyable places to spend time. Rather than feeling like a community space, it felt tense and awkward. Service and atmosphere are the bare minimum for any café. When both are lacking, it raises serious questions about how the business expects to retain customers. Based on this visit alone, Brooklyn Brew Cafe left the impression of a place that has forgotten the most basic principle of hospitality: treat people like they are welcome. Needless to say, I would not recommend this café to anyone looking for a pleasant place to grab coffee or spend time.

Quick service, clean tables, very nice vibe on the inside. Ordered the lamb flatbread, pastrami…read morestack, yogurt and a pot of the mango turmeric tea. Greatly enjoyed all of our items, definitely recommend the tea!

I love the OG Milk & Honey so decided to try the new spot in Bay Ridge. Decor here is super cute,…read moremodern fresh vibes. We were able to find a seat right away, you chose your own seat and order at the counter like the OG spot. When asking for their speciality drinks they were out of almost every ingredient, but they did allow me to create my own speciality drink. I got the Buddha bowl which was amazing!! Perfect fall salad- I loved the roasted chickpeas and sweet potatoes. The farro also made it very filling.

Great coffee and vibes for such a small place. I would say as well there is great hosts and service…read morein general is inviting

i come here a lot because i live in the apartments, the food is so good and a good price!! the…read morepastries are the best :)

I had to return something to Optimum and discovered this coffee shop. The workers are so nice and…read morepatience with us as we asked several questions about the coffee and the pastries they had. The food is super fresh, and coffee hit the spot everytime! There's plenty of metered parking, but if you want free parking, you need to park a few blocks off the main area. It's cozy cute spot to sit in and enjoy, I'll have to try that when I return because I was in a rush so had to be in and out so the service was top notch speedy, which is definitely a huge plus and the Brooklyn way!

FINALLY!! A place where espresso is taken seriously!…read more If you enjoy a properly poured latte, a properly pulled espresso- you must go here. It's sad how many places stock decent beans but do not take the time to train employees on how to create a proper drink- so many cafes don't seem to care about the end result. Wake Up Coffee knows the science and is passionate about their beans. Most importantly, the pours are CONSISTENTLY done right- no more risking a bad barista who just dumps burnt milk into a cup! Shout out to Joanna- giving me hope for future generations of baristas - she gets an A+++++ (and is so humble and sweet!). Customer for life over here! Please keep your magic going!

I tried their seasonal special today (peanut butter sesame latte) not going to lie I was…read moredisappointed. The peanut butter wasn't like mixed into the drink it was just peanut butter spread about the cup. An their cold cups and straws are soooo fragile . I had to wait to go home pour my coffee into a mug the scrap the peanut butter off the cup. It's not worth the $9. However, if you need a place to study or get your work done this is the place for you. It's super quit and you see everyone on their laptops as well. Maybe I come back for another seasonal drink, but for now their winter drink didn't hit the spot for me.

I am so late to knowing of this spot. Great pastries and ambiance. Service was good. Will…read moredefinitely be back. On this visit I had the croissant which was a delight.