[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute spot in Astoria stopped by prior to going to lunch.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's cozy and service is quick and kind. Latte was good. If in the area I would go back. read more

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I took a quick detour to Cafe Sparrow after attending a medical appointment with my toddler nearby. My toddler was obsessed with the beautiful turkish delight treats shown in the display case. We shared a piece and it wasn't just pretty, but also delicious! It's nice that they also have juice boxes available for purchase so that I could offer one to my daughter. The staff was really sweet and did whatever they could to ensure we were comfortable and well taken care of. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space itself is small, but very welcoming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Ate here today by myself for brunch while working as a substitute paraprofessional at P.S. 234 Q. I had gotten the one of the sandwiches which was the lox I chose, ice passion fruit tea and baklava that it tasted really good and delicious. The service there was also attentive and fast. Finally, I would definitely eat and come back again next time. read more

Cafe Sparrow - Desserts Near Me - Astoria, New York

I really wanted to like this cafe after seeing the high reviews, but I was not too impressed. To start off, they don't serve hot food and the pastries are not made in the house. Also, the food is very overpriced! $17 for a sandwich and $7 for a slice of cake?? I can definitely find more reasonably priced cafes. Menu also seems to have shrunk :( There was no spanakopita or baklava available. My mom and I came in here on a Friday evening. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance was cute and inviting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There was only one girl working there, who was friendly. They had a hot chocolate bomb special, so I ordered myself that. My mom ordered a golden latte decaf. The hot chocolate was tasty! I liked how the milk was frothed up. The bomb also came with some marshmallows inside. Unfortunately, my mom was not happy with her golden latte decaf. Didn't really taste like coffee and was very watery. Not much flavor but the spices. We asked the girl about what was in the drink, but she said it was premade... and my mom didn't feel good afterwards. I don't think we will go back. Sorry Sparrow, but this place is not worth chirping about. read more

Cafe Sparrow - Hot chocolate after - Desserts Near Me - Astoria, New York

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Had a lovely time at Cafe Sparrow!! Our breakfast break was the highlight of our NY trip. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Cafe Sparrow is decorated adorably.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The menu has ample selections and the Turkish treats available look delicious and inviting. We ordered a cortado and a cappuccino to go. Both were good but not as strong as we like it and tasted more of foamed milk. The barista (and maybe owner?) was so friendly! I could talk to him all day. He explained the available pastries to us and gave us suggestions which was most appreciated. The prices here were a little high, but if I lived in the area I would splurge and come here once a month to try different treats and people watch! read more

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My friend wanted coffee so we came here. I don't drink coffee so I ordered the pistachio chocolate pastry. The girl working was very friendly and seemed knowledgeable about the various pastries since I wasn't too sure what to get. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is small but very cute. They have cute sparrow decor to match the theme of this place[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. The prices seem a bit high but everything is now expensive. read more

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Ordered: Small Iced Latte (~$6): with rose syrup and oat milk (+$1.50) Aya's take: I love me a local coffee shop and when I saw this Turkish-owned one open in Astoria, I decided to check it out. I like that they have rose syrup here since it's one of my favorite flavors. The Latte was creamy, well-prepared, and gave me the caffeine kick I needed. At almost ~$8 with tax, the price is a little steep for a drink in my opinion. Definitely good once in a while but won't be my go-to for that reason. Super friendly staff! read more

Cafe Sparrow - Small Iced Latte (~$6): with rose syrup and oat milk (+$1.50) - Desserts Near Me - Astoria, New York

5.0/5.0 Okay for my second visit I got the tiramisu, lemonade, and Turkish tea (I forgot the exact name). I just have to say, the Turkish tea was the best drink ever, period. I wasnt feeling great but the moment I took a sip of the tea my eyes opened double their size . There was this pungent scent of cardamom and then a nice natural sweetness from the cardamom flavor and milk. I'd give 80milliom stars if I could read more

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I've been selfishly keeping this place to myself until today. Their food is expertly made without being expensive. The team performed with notable skill. We've developed genuine friendships here. This place fills a needed gap in local dining. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Adorable little coffee spot. Very cozy & intimate.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Just a few seats inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My friend and I got a latte, cappuccino, and chocolate croissant. Everything was excellent. The barista was pleasant & efficient. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Not the type of place I'd bring a laptop to work. There's not enough space.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I'd definitely return in the future. read more

I came to this place with 4 of my friends for a breakfast before our hike. We just left and I have nothing but good things to say. It's clearly a local family business, but even with only 2 people working, our food was extremely fresh and made with LOVE. I got the avocado toast and a vanilla cappuccino. I saw this woman mash the avocado herself and add everything she needed herself. I got 2 pieces of avocado toast with a baggy of chips. She took her time and the avocado toast was so delicious I couldn't even stop to take a picture. The vanilla cappuccino was the perfect amount of sweet with no additives. The place is small but very cozy and beautifully decorated. The owners are so sweet and kept apologizing for the wait but there was no need for any apologies. Will definitely be back soon! read more

Cafe Sparrow - Cashier area - Desserts Near Me - Astoria, New York

I just moved to Astoria and while I was looking for a cute little place to drink coffee, I found this place but I was disappointed. The waitress was very rude and had a sullen face. When I asked her to add a little more milk to my coffee, she asked me for extra money. Everything in the display case was stale. I will never ever come to such a place again. read more

4.5 During one of my walks around Astoria, I saw that a new café just opened along 37th Avenue called Café Sparrow. It's located in a tiny bit of space, but the interior does not feel small. There are small tables inside and some outdoor tables and a bench on the street. I wasn't very hungry but I was curious about their menu, so I decided to check them out. Funnily enough, I didn't even get see the menu as I was distracted by their desserts. As soon as a I came in, I noticed they had a small display case by the counter which displayed two varieties of baklava and some Lokum. I rarely get a chance to try these desserts, so I immediately ordered a couple of each variety that they had. Lokum or Turkish Delights are desserts that are gel-like from the starch and sugar base. They are made with a variety of flavors and often incorporates chopped nuts and fruit like pistachios and dates. They had 4 different varieties of Lokum, one of which had rosewater and pistachios. Those were my favorite. I loved the slight aroma of the rosewater with every bite. Another one had bits of dried flowers which was so interesting. They were all chewy, slightly sweet, slightly tangy with bits of crunch from the nuts. I don't usually like desserts that are gummy and stick to your teeth, but these were delightful and very addicting. I saw on my way out that there were other diners that ordered sandwiches and coffee. I'll have to come back and really check out their menu. I was too absorbed by the desserts that I forgot to look! read more

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Cute Turkish cafe with a few seats. When they first opened earlier this year they had lines and lines of people outside. I am told the lines continued for about a week. I ordered a spinach pie with a soda. The spinach pie was very favorable, and I nearly ordered a second slice, then realized I had another eatery to review. Service was decent, and the one person there was helpful. Cafe Sparrow offers Turkish and Middeteran snacks and sandwiches. Their offerings are less than advertised on the menu, and many items were out of stock on the Saturday I went there. Overall I had a favorable impression, and I will be back. read more

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Went in to get a small ice latte. Barely a shot of espresso and paid $6. Would avoid. read more

Cafe Sparrow - Small ice latte. Basically expensive milk - Desserts Near Me - Astoria, New York

super underwhelming and insanely overpriced, simit was burnt to a crisp and you don't add sugar to Turkish coffee after the fact

This little hidden gem in Astoria is absolutely warm. It is ran by a sweet Turkish woman and man. They serve up authentic Turkish snacks, amazing coffee and sandwiches. My friends and I came in during the AM for some quick bites and coffee and this place did not disappoint. My friend ordered the Avocado toast which was "made with love" and I got a Turkey sand which which hit the spot. Also this place is HALAL run!! They take their time and pour their heart into what they give. Their Turkish pastries were to die for, I would have taken a photo but I scarfed it down in one bite. It was hazel-nutty and chocolatey and marshmallowy. Additionally, the vibe of this place was taken straight from Turkey. The colors, the ambiance and even the music. My friends and I will be back! read more

Cafe Sparrow - Indoors - Desserts Near Me - Astoria, New York

Amazing food and service!! Women owned delicious. Great customer service. Would recommend to anyone in Astoria read more

Cafe Sparrow - Turkish coffee and beagle - Desserts Near Me - Astoria, New York

My roommate saw this was open and we decided to give it a try. Best decision of the day. The cafe is a little tucked away but the interior is very cute and clean. The owner was super sweet, explaining everything on the menu to us and even giving us a free little tea cookie (so delicious!). I got a mocha, a chocolate chip cookie and the rose Turkish delight. The mocha was flavorful without being overly sweet -- you can really taste the coffee! The rose Turkish delight was absolutely delicious, floral and perfectly chewy (and this is coming from someone who doesn't like pistachios!). The chocolate chip cookie was good too, nice big chunks of chocolate. My roommate got the chicken pie and was nice enough to let me have some. The dough was flaky and soft, the chicken well seasoned. We are both so excited to go back and try even more of their menu! read more

This place is wonderful! Excellent addition to the neighborhood. I've been looking for authentic Turkish sweets ever since returning from Istanbul, and this place is the real deal. Tea service just like in Turkey, plus lots of Americanized coffee drinks. Their espresso is legit, as good as anywhere else I've tried in Astoria (and I've been to a LOT of coffeeshops in Astoria). The Turkish delights are fresh, varied and amazing flavors... definitely give them a try if you've never had. I'm eager to get back to try some of their savory foods! read more

Amazing Food! The Hostess was so sweet and recommended getting the Turkish Bagel. Everything we ordered was fantastic. You must try their turkish delights and turkish tea as well. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very unique cafe compared to others in the area and the inside is decorated beautifully[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] . read more

Cafe Sparrow - Sparrow Breakfast and Turkish Bagel (Simit) - Desserts Near Me - Astoria, New York

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ADORABLE cafe! Just popped in for a date smoothie that was delicious. Met the owner, who was so lovely. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is so charming.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Can't wait to come back and try their pastries and coffee. read more

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Finally stopped in! Loved the vibe, very relaxed atmosphere, super friendly young lady who was working there. Got a lemonade match latte and turkish tea with baklava:) and it was yummy. Place is small and cozy but good amount of 8 seating, had some board menu around, which made it feel like you could spend time without feeling you needed to rush out. I want to go back! Welcoming to our neighbor. read more

Food is great! Service is excellent! The owner is so kind! We love how adorable the decoration is. 10/10 read more

Cafe Sparrow - Desserts Near Me - Astoria, New York

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Cute space tucked in the heart of Astoria[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] price is very affordable service was nice say hi to Kat for me!!! Def get my morning coffee and a muffin here!!!! read more

Fantastic coffeeshop in the neighborhood. Croissant and cappuccino were great. Can't wait to try the traditional Turkish breakfast next time. And, great service . So glad I found this place! Thanks Apo read more

Cafe Sparrow - Desserts Near Me - Astoria, New York

I never leave reviews but, -1, the pastries are old and stale... the coffee is watered down and overpriced. One of the counter girls she was blonde hair claimed to be an "owner", how can you be an owner with such a bad attitude.. I will never be back, don't go there and waste your time. read more

Charming breakfast at Cafe Sparrow in Astoria! The pastries and drinks were delicious. The owner took our order and she was friendly, warm, and attentive. It was a nice morning for January, so we sat outside, but the interior was so beautiful and cozy. Will go back! read more

Cafe Sparrow - Pastries, Turkish tea and Turkish coffee - Desserts Near Me - Astoria, New York

A nice experience in particular if you're interested in the gorgeous and colorful variety of Turkish delight. Other small batch items were fresh. Nice to have a variety of small cafes in the neighborhood, so it's worth at least one visit to try for yourself. read more

The owners are very kind and welcoming and everything they have to offer is delicious. It was a sign on 30th avenue that grabbed my attention. I highly recommend! read more

Secret find hidden just off 30 ave. This place is hopping! Pistachio baklava & a cup of strong coffee,Turkish music wafting through the aroma of baking spinach pie....yummmmm read more

A charming little new cafe with the warmest, friendliest owners! They seem like they really want to have relationships with their customers and contribute to the community. Which makes the atmosphere of a place so much better, it really makes all the difference. Their treats are also super tasty. Such a delight to stumble across and I will be coming back!! read more

This place is sooo good, the owner is super friendly, food is always fresh, coffee and tea are very tasty. I like to come here with my bf to work, the atmosphere is so nice! read more

This new coffee shop on 37th Street is super cute and the owner Susan was extremely, extremely nice-- maybe the friendliest shop owner in Astoria? I got a latte with oat milk and enjoyed it. Susan offered me a free Turkish delight (apricot, maybe?) that was great too. The baklava looked delicious too, I'll be back to try it :) Looked like they also had savory foods like bagels, croissants, etc. I think this would be a really nice spot to read or catch up with a friend. Welcome to the neighborhood!! read more

Going to Cafe' Sparrow it's like going to Istanbul. This small business in Astoria is truly a hidden gem. The atmosphere is chill, friendly and relaxing. The owner works there and her and her staff are the sweetest, genuinely attentive to the table but never intrusive. You can tell that they really care about you having a good experience. As for the food, it is absolutely amazing (we had Turkish Breakfast, which is more like a healthy brunch - delicious). Moreover, their offering of authentic Turkish tea, a rarity in other Turkish eateries across NYC. Considering the superb quality of the food, the generous portions, and the overall dining experience, the prices at Cafe Sparrow are undeniably reasonable. I consistently leave with a contented heart and a satisfied palate. I hold a deep affection for this place and wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking an authentic Turkish culinary experience. read more