very nice staff and delicious food. I ordered the breakfast burrito and sweet potatoe fried & would…read morehighly recommend!!

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

Meeting a friend after 7 years who actually came all the way to the island just to meet me was…read morespecial moment. I ordered my favorite French toast & he ordered a Juliet's BLT . He said it was delicious! I also had the caramel iced coffee, yummy ! Cucumber service was great! Can't wait to come back !

Honestly one of my favorite cafes in Staten!…read more We have come here several times, and the food does not disappoint. Usually we are here in the morning, thus we order brunch food. You need to order at the counter as they don't have table service. They will give you a number, and they bring out the food to the table. The drinks you need to pick up at the counter. We have ordered the breakfast sandwich, buffalo chicken sandwich, burger, and their lattes. The breakfast sandwich comes with beef bacon! I thought I wouldn't like this, but it's surprisingly tasty! The breakfast sandwich comes with a small salad, so we get the garlic potatoes on the side. These are great. The buffalo chicken wrap and burger are also solidly good. I've only ordered the pistachio latte here because after the first one, I kept wanting it! Soo good! And I am picky about coffee! Currently my favorite cafe in Staten! Please don't change!

I absolutely love coming here. I come about 1-2 times a week before work or while walking my dog…read more By now the staff knows me and my order (I am a creature of habit) and always confirm what I'd like. Sometimes I even get suggestions on how to change it up a bit and it always comes out delicious. Everyone there is very friendly and I've never had an issue or something done incorrectly or tasting bad. All of their pastries look delicious so it is hard to express self control! Everything is reasonably priced and it's the best coffee ive ever had.

Based on the coffee and service alone, I knew this place was a winner. The cappuccino was hot and…read morestrong, and the latte was pretty well balanced. I need to come back to try some of the rest of the menu, and I very much looking forward to it.

This was my third visit to Bean & Leaves, and they continue to absolutely amaze me every single…read moretime! The pastries are consistently a highlight - always incredibly fresh, perfectly made, and so delicious. Beyond the amazing food, the employees are wonderfully friendly and do an excellent job keeping the entire place spotlessly clean. I adore the atmosphere here; it's so cozy and cute, making it the perfect spot whether I want to surf the web, catch up with a friend, dive into a book, or just enjoy a coffee. Speaking of enjoying things, their menu is fantastic! I recently had the waffles with strawberries, chocolate syrup, and tons of whipped cream - the portion was huge and every bite was absolutely mouthwatering. Bean & Leaves is a true gem! Please stop by if you're in the area, you can thank me later. *wink, wink* Oh, and Free Wifi is always a plus!

We hired Beans & Leaves to provide a coffee bar for our daughter's engagement brunch, and they were…read moreabsolutely fantastic. The morning of our event there was snow on the ground, and Danielle, one of the owners, personally called early to confirm everything was still on. She shoveled herself out and drove in from New Jersey to make sure the coffee bar was set up and ready. That level of dedication and professionalism truly stood out. The coffee bar itself was a huge hit. They offered espresso drinks, cappuccinos, flavored lattes, oat milk options, and iced selections -- all made fresh to order. The quality was excellent and truly café-level, not just standard event coffee. The iced lattes were especially popular with our guests. The setup was polished and professional, the baristas were friendly and efficient, and it added such a fun, elevated touch to the brunch. If you're planning a wedding event, shower, or special celebration, I highly recommend Beans & Leaves. Exceptional service, delicious coffee, and a team that genuinely cares about your event.

Best coffee shop in the North Shore... dare I say Staten Island?!…read more My recommendations- - COFFEE DRINKS: Iced Spanish latte with whole milk and cinnamon (delicious and indulgent) OR hot cortado (for a smaller drink with strong caffeine kick) - FRUIT DRINKS: Orange crush juice; Matcha mama smoothie - TOASTS: Caprese; Smoked Salmon; French Lady - BFAST: the Benny; the New Yorker; Eggs your Way - BALLIN ON A BUDGET: Sunrise Wrap - KIDS: The Works Pancakes stack This is a small business that serves the heart and soul of this community. You might see ppl working on their laptops, couples on a date, ppl stopping in before/after a shift, teachers, artists, realtors, retired folks, parents with their infants, etc. They have a fridge stocked with additional beverages including wellness shooters like ginger shots. They also sometimes have sangria and daily specials available. In the back they have created an awesome seating area with tables, chairs, umbrella's and a mini bar. I'm not sure what they serve out of the mini bar or when but I think they do private events sometimes. Don't sleep on this spot! Northside is a keeper!

I was really excited to try this place and finally came in with high expectations, but…read moreunfortunately the experience was very disappointing. The staff seemed unprofessional from the start. I ordered an iced matcha and was given a hot one instead. When I mentioned it, she said I had asked for hot (which I didn't), but said she'd remake it. That same day, iced drinks were advertised as 50% off, yet I was still charged full price. It was difficult to even address this because she was gossiping with her friend at the counter the entire time, which made me feel uncomfortable interrupting. The atmosphere didn't help either, the lights were off, making it feel like the business wasn't even open yet. As for the food, the Tex-Mex burrito was extremely underwhelming. It was mostly beans with barely any bacon, and at $14 it felt like an overpriced egg-and-bean burrito. The sausage, egg, and cheese bagel was just okay, but the bagel itself was very hard and oddly sweet. The matcha latte was the biggest letdown, there was virtually no matcha flavor at all, it tasted like watered-down oat milk. Overall, between the service, pricing issues, and poor food quality, this place did not live up to expectations. I wouldn't recommend it.

Amazing pastries, great little cafe. I'm upset though that pigeons and crows can't get along…read more Chrissy and Sal said I need to take it up with you guys

Great chai latte, great spinach feta pastry. Welcoming staff. Neat bathroom when I was desperate?…read morePriceless! I will be back. They are also on the TooGoodToGo app.

Bypass the overpriced and substandard coffee at Starbucks and head one block down the road to…read moreLavaccino. Everything always go well in this beautiful coffee shop in Bayonne. It is immaculately clean and the coffee is superior in quality to any other shop in the area. I love their middle eastern desserts and the friendly service.

This is a must stop coffee shop. Best coffee we got our whole trip and ended going back multiple…read moretimes. Our group had all the different types of drinks and tried their deserts and baked goods and it was all excellent! The baristas were great too, so friendly, took time to explain their drinks different drinks and options.

Stopped in a few times when we were on vacation. Mostly ordered coffee and pastries…read more Service was friendly and coffee was great. Pastries were tasty. Ordered empanadas for the road home which were greatly enjoyed Definitely worth a return visit

I've been to many a cafe in my time. I stick to what I like. I ordered a cappuccino with milk and…read moresugar . Not too sweet but enough because cappuccino are made to taste a bit stronger . I was asked 3x if I wanted flavored syrup. I politely said no. Not something I've never been asked before when ordering a cappuccino. The empanadas had this giant red name stamps on them. I wanted to order one but was not sure about the big red labeling. Turned me off to them. I ordered a ham/cheese croissant to go with the coffee. The croissant was super sweet and was a bold contrast to the ham/cheese combination. I really did not expect that. The staff wasn't rude but they weren't friendly either lol they were kinda just there. The space is super super tiny. It was myself an one other person but if she were to have stood up or someone came in we'd be on top of each other I was a bit confused on where to find the menu at first. They had a chalkboard with items on it for basic stuff . The cost was decent . Overall spent $8 The food and coffee was ok to me. Can't say I was impressed This cafe wasn't really for me and nothing stood out about it . Maybe others will have a different experience than I had but I will not be returning .

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

Wow this place is amazing! First off, the detail in the…read moreinterior design is insane. If you're a bookworm this place is definitely a cozy place for you. SECOND, the food is just as amazing! I was so happy hahah. It's been a long time since I enjoyed a restaurant for more than just their food. We came here for my boyfriend's parent's anniversary and the server's were wonderful and honestly very thoughtful as well! They were very attentive to our table and refilled our waters often. I also say this because when my bf's parents ordered the halibut to split, they had brought out their meal in two individual plates that were beautifully plated, you would think they ordered separately! They also took our group picture! :) We ordered 2 orders of the Basement Snacks: For Two, 2 orders of their raw oysters for appetizers. For my entree I ordered the Shrimp Carbonara Rossa with a side of Asparagus. Everything was so good. Their buffalo wings were perfectly marinated and not too saucy, their ribs were so tender and the meat fell straight off the bone! My carbonara was also delicious. For dessert they even gave an anniversary treat which was so sweet. I ordered a Chocolate Cappuccino which was also great. 11/10! Wonderful and would recommend.

A charming place for dinner and sangria! Which by the way was soo good. I loved the decor and…read morecoziness of it. Great for date night. I wouldn't say good for kids. They have a great pre-fixe menu and their dishes are prepared very well. Tasty to say the least. There is a small bar where you can also grab a game from the overhead tv. Overall I would recommend.