Bakery items were delicious! Egg sandwich was ok, could have used some more structure. Will be back for more of the sweets for sure. read more

Ciao, Gloria - Bakery - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I randomly came here after lunch in the area. There was a line but it moved quickly. I got three things to try: the key lime pie, the Twix like shortbread and the limoncello cake. They were all decently sized and pretty good with a few nit-picky thoughts . I thought the key lime pie crust and the shortbread could've been more butter forward. The limoncello had the perfect amount of lemon and the cake was moist, but the buttercream frosting tasted stiff and not as smooth as I would've liked. Overall a good spot for dessert, but doesn't quite shine in a place like NYC with many amazing bakeries. read more

It's a true 3 star but giving 1 more star for potential. All the sandwiches sounded great and the baked goods looked good too. Service was lovely. The drinks seemed lacking but I don't think they are aiming to a coffee shop so that's fine. I got the dolomite, which was almost great (hence the actual star). The apple slaw, aioli and fig was so great together. The focaccia was nice too, but the italian ham on the sandwich was so sinewy i couldn't eat it. it was 60% cartilage rendering it almost inedible. Since it was the only protein on the sandwich it turned into a bummer pretty quickly. Not sure if i got the short end of the stick or what. read more

Ciao, Gloria - The Dolomite - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Immediately following a dispirited despondence experience at a nearby competitor coffeeshop, Sweetbee, I decided to give Ciao, Gloria the o' college try. In the passage of my professional travels I needed something small, quick and on-the-go for mid-morning prior to my meeting. I did not want a full meal either breakfast or lunch, but one single pastry to sustain my hunger pangs until lunch time. Second time around. Ciao, Gloria certainty has a larger variety of pastries and baked goodies in their large bakery glass encasement for food offering options. I perceive Ciao, Gloria as an upscale, but enticing to the foodie - not the bank account for depleting your finances. It is priced extortionate high, but occasionally worth the quality experience. My eyes became alive and my heart was mended from being utterly broken due to dispirited of despondence and extreme disappointment. There are sandwiches. There is a variety of pastries of cookies, scones, croissants, muffins, cupcakes, buns, cheesecake, and sandwiches. WOW! The cashier/server was somewhat curt and apathetic when I requested a printed sales receipt. I have heard the standard response: "we can't print a receipt but we can either text or email to you." Cashier register is powered by Square. Oh! It is not CounterPoint POS. Forward. Suddenly, a printed sales receipt appeared by miracle! Eventually I did received my printed physical sales receipt. Seating is abundant. The workers behind the counter appears friendly. Ciao, Gloria appears to be hustling busy with loyal repeat customers returning whom the customer, with dog in tow, behind me in line was greeted like an old acquaintance "hey, Lisa, what would you like today, your usual coffee?" spluttered by her usual male cashier/server. Chocolate chip cookie $5.25 It was somewhat harden. It was semi-sweet and large. It did provided me a very brief mood lift. It was a fleeting moment. This coffeeshop is accessible via MTA NYC Transit local C train at Clinton-Washington subway station and a reasonable walking distance. This coffeeshop sits on Vanderbilt Avenue adjacent to the Van Leeuwen in a residential building intersecting Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn, NYC. There are tables and chairs outdoors. read more

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Cute little neighborhood cafe with a sunny little patio outside. One of my favorites for a casual breakfast or some coworking time. both food and coffee is delicious! read more

Ciao, Gloria - AVOCADO TOAST - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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We swung by Ciao, Gloria one morning because we were touring apartments one morning and it happened to be conveniently on the way from apartment A to apartment B. First impression, we were hesitant to walk in because the line was out the door. However, it seemed that most people were picking up to-go orders so the line moved quickly. We each ordered the avocado toast with a soft boiled egg and bacon. Avocado toast is generally a "safe" choice and rarely impresses or disappoints me. But damn this avocado toast was amazing. I think their secret is the quality of their produce. The avocados were so creamy, rich, and just ripe enough. As a true millennial, I eat avocados almost every day and rarely encounter an avocado this delicious. The toast was topped with tomatoes and corn, both of which were super sweet (like I'm amazing by how sweet those tomatoes were). The bacon was thick cut and very generously portioned. We also got an iced matcha and iced black tea. The black tea was nothing special, but the matcha was rich and STRONG - I appreciate that they didn't hold back! Bonus points because they plated everything as a smiley face :) we will be back! read more

Ciao, Gloria - Matcha - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Talk about the perfect neighborhood lunch spot. It's a casual place to grab lunch, as you order from the register and find a seat indoors or outdoors. I opted for the PEC egg sandwich and it did right by me. Prosciutto was indeed crispy. I can see it being too dry for some people, but it works well in adding satisfying texture to the sandwich. Great option to come here if you're strolling about on Vanderbilt. It gets busy and the line can wrap around, but it can move quick. read more

Ciao, Gloria - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Arguably the best latte in the neighborhood. Their coffee is outstanding. There's a reason there's a line out the door each morning and every weekend. There's something about their coffee beans that are addictive and so so delicious. If you're a coffee feign, definitely put Ciao, Gloria on your list of cafes to check out. Their avo toast is solid but the coffee is where it's at here. read more

Ciao, Gloria - Almond milk Latte - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The rumors are true, the rumors are true?!! This place is so good. UGH. Loves: + That cinnamon roll may the best in NYC! It's light and fluffy, costs $5.50, and comes out regularly. + Love the other goodies like: croissants. cheddar calabrese scone, tarts, and more. Def good variety for a whole group! Most are $4-7 + Good amount of indoor and outdoor seating + Water on tap next to the cutlery/napkin station inside + Lovely staff and servie There are salads, sandwiches and other delightful food items too! I did not get the chance to try them on this visit. But thankfully more visits to come in the future AMIRITEE!!!! :) read more

Had lunch here with a friend yesterday. The food was excellent and the people behind the counter were really friendly and helpful. I'm taking off one star because there was no flexibility on the food items -- the ricotta toast could only be had on sourdough and the summer grain bowl couldn't be had without pesto. The situation is a bit odd -- we were there to have lunch and chat, but most of the people around us were having just a coffee and working on their laptops. It felt a bit awkward to be having a private conversation when no one else around us was talking. I think when we go back we'll sit outside and see if that feels more comfortable to us. But we'll definitely be back! read more

Ciao, Gloria is an everyday upscale and delicious experience. My go-to is the Ricotta Toast ($14), which is so delicious. Fresh ricotta is spread on toasted seeded sourdough, topped with fresh peaches, scallions, greens, and honey. It's salty, savory, sweet, fresh, and bright. I'm also a big fan of the decor of this restaurant. The tomato cans for their utensil holders are so cute, and the restaurant has these big windows which let a bunch of light in. It's a great place to meet friends or a coworker, and enjoy the lovely cafe vibes. Staff is kind and patient, but this is a busy restaurant and you can expect to wait in line to place your order and have some issues finding seating. read more

A solid spot for brunch and coffee in the neighborhood. Consistently good food and pastries. This is a popular spot with lots of people with strollers or just chilling and working. Despite its long lines, they move efficiently. There is a decent amount of both outdoor and indoor seating. read more

Ciao, Gloria - AVEC - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The cafe was so busy. Thé ricotta toast was delicious. The bread was a bit too thick though. Loved the balance of flavors and the amount of food for the price. The drinks were good and I also liked the service. Would definitely recommend if in the area. read more

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I stopped in for coffee and met a friend in the neighborhood! I ordered a cortado with whole milk. Always done well! And I had the banana walnut bread. Very moist and not too sweet. The place was crowded. Always is but a table opened up for us near the window which we took! While this place gets busy, they are good at keeping the line moving. Great coffee and breakfast place! I love the windows. Lots of sunshine! read more

Ciao, Gloria - Hot cafe latte and cappuccino. Chocolate chunk cookie in the background. - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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What a lovely little cafe of Italian American goodness in Brooklyn! It is very chic with little details that remind me of home like the Moor Man Head. The food here is very delicious with my favorite munch being the black and white cookie. The drinks are all hits but I was surprised by how delicious their brown sugar rosemary Italian soda was! Never would've thought it would be a good combo but here we are! Just a quick warning that this place gets packed quickly and the order line gets a little wonky due to space limitations. Otherwise, give this place a shot if you are in the area! read more

A great neighborhood cafe with fresh sandwiches and a vibrant, well-lit space. There's ample seating, and tables are large enough to work comfortably. We came in for lunch and had a nice experience ordering a combination of sandwiches and wraps. You can tell the bread is baked fresh, and the pastries looked great too, though we didn't try any this visit. Below is a breakdown of what we ordered, along with my thoughts. * indicates items I enjoyed and would recommend ordering again: *AVEC - Fluffy and well-seasoned egg sandwich with crispy shallots for texture. I loved the calabrese aioli, though I wished it packed a bit more spice. Italo Disco Club - A bit harder to distinguish the individual ingredients, but the crispy toasted focaccia was definitely a highlight. Chicken Pesto Wrap - A lighter, health-conscious option with a generous portion of greens. The flavor felt a bit flat and could use a splash of acidity. read more

This has been the best latte I have had in SO long. I've avoided lattes recently because of a string of bad ones, and this one has restored my faith. Get the Smoky Maple Latte, hot!! It's going to hit. I finished it so quickly, I long for it. And I shall be back. Amazing!!! read more

Ciao, Gloria - Smoky maple latte - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Cant say enough good things about this local coffee/bakery/sandwich shop. From the staff, the drinks, and the pastries, it's giving 1000+ aura. This is my go to every time I visit Brooklyn, as friends who are locals frequent this restaurant religiously. The owner, Renato Poliafito is there frequently and has recently authored a cookbook called "Dolci!", please check it out. In my recent visit I had a refreshing arugula salad called Insalata Mista. Perfect for the summer heat, it was so fresh! I also had a slice of heaven which consisted of a Black Forest cake. As a cherry on top, the staff all seemed to love to be there and I am always greeted by friendly smiles. read more

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Loved the BEC burger here, cute seating, and nice scone as well! We got three items to share and my favorite was probably the ricotta toast. It's in a very cozy part of brooklyn and you can tell everyone there is somewhat a local. read more

We came here on a weekday to get some work done. All of the workers were very friendly! They have a large pastry selection and the iced latte was good. I asked for recommendations and got the cinnamon roll, which was good, but I wish it was warmed up. There is a decent amount of tables and great natural lighting, but if you are working on a laptop they ask that you sit on the bar or at the circle table. We sat at the circle table, and I was able to get a decent amount of work done. They also have a clean bathroom. I later got the italian disco sandwich, which was good, but a bit messy and nothing special. There was a lot of people coming and going and at times it was louder than others as there were plenty of customers that came just to enjoy lunch. Overall I appreciated the friendly staff, the natural lighting, and large selection of items. read more

Ciao, Gloria - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Awesome breakfast sandwich and all their pastries and cakes looked so good. Very good latte too. Vibes are great. Definitely a good spot to sit and eat. read more

I got the Italo disco club again - it's a solid sandwich and I specifically like the tomato jam they use. It's my go-to sandwich when I get lunch from here! I think you'll have to go early in the morning to get their morning bun. read more

Ciao, Gloria - BEC - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Always love this place, they have a great selection of pastries and are always fresh. They also have various breakfast and lunch items. Been here several times and tried the Caesar wrap which was excellent. Full of chicken and dressed well, cappuccino and coffee is also good. Try to get there early for their cinnamon buns which sell out. Only downside is that the place is so popular that I usually always have to wait for a table/seat. read more

Ciao, Gloria - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I recently tried the seasonal toast at Ciao, Gloria and it was so tasty! Not to mention beautiful. The service is pretty quick here, but it is popular so if you come during peak time you may have to wait for a table but it's worth it! read more

Ciao, Gloria - Avocado Egg Cheese sandwich - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Also a great spot for delivery! My husband and I hardly ever order in, and the one time we did it when we needed to it truly hit the spot. Everything was packed well, not messy, and they provided an extra serving of salad dressing for leftovers. Portions were great for 2 - we split the capri sandwich and the mista salad and they were equally excellent. Fresh bread, fresh ingredients and just the right combination/ratio of everything. We also live not super close by and the delivery timing (after 2pm on a Saturday) was very reasonable. Thanks for a much needed tasty lunch! read more

This amazing little sandwich / salad / coffee shop is just hitting it on all cylinders. Tucked in very nicely near Prospect Park, Brooklyn it's the perfect place for a quick bite or quick slurp (coffee). I opted for their ITALO DISCO CLUB - with Smoked turkey breast, crispy prosciutto, avocado, tomato pesto, provolone, greens, Calabrese aioli and served on house made focaccia. It was really a terrific sandwich! The ambiance is chill, meaning no muss, no fuss, no rush. It was one of the more relaxing meals I've had in my five days here in New York. I will absolutely come back here in January! read more

BEC was really good and latte was rich. Outside patio quite nice too. Definitely would recommend

Friendly vibes & cute spot. The reason I'm giving it a 3 is that I got the italo disco club and for $17 it was pretty small. I thought the mix between the turkey, crispy prosciutto, avocado, bread + calabrese aioli was very yum but would have liked more bang for my buck. I'd come back and try other options though! read more

Had an amazing brunch here! I came with a friend and we managed to snag a table right away (though it was a weekday). I tried: + Nonfat latte - great + BEC - the bacon was incredible + Frittata - great + Cinnamon bun - perfect + Ginger molasses cookie - perfect + Apple pear crumb torta - awesome Would return if only for the baked goods. Awesome spot! read more

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Always a long wait which you think would be a good thing, right? After waiting nearly 20 minutes & craving the sandwich featured on yelp, I'm told by the manager that "pets aren't allowed in the restaurant" -- granted he's a service animal, and I told him that & he left me along -- but why wait so long until someone is next up to order to try to kick them out? Then it's my turn & turns out they don't serve any of the sandwiches until 11 - only toast & egg sandwiches available before then. Ended up getting the ricotta toast which was ok, but for nearly $15 & the experience with the manager, Ciao, Gloria left much to be desired. read more

Great food and awesome, friendly service! Came here for a rainy brunch and got the ricotta toast and added an egg on the side. My friend got the cinnamon roll. Everyone working there was welcoming and friendly and the food was super good as well. Would definitely come back :) read more

Ciao, Gloria - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This is a small restaurant with outdoor seating . The staff is great and the food is delicious and fresh. The baked goods are outstanding and the house salad amazing. I have to come back for the Chicken Club which has been lauded online and oh they sell dog treats! read more

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The neighborhood cafe - absolutely wonderful food and even better pastries. The service is homey and the ambiance is great (especially on open streets summer days). Stop by at Vanderbilt for not just the famous cinnamon rolls, but literally every pastry they have. read more

Ciao, Gloria - Limoncello tart - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

At Ciao, Gloria, you order at the front before finding yourself a table. There's a lot of tables inside as well as outside. There's also lots of outlets for working on your laptop. It can be tough to find a table during their peak hours but if you wait a bit, the tables seemed to open up fairly quickly (at least on a weekday afternoon). The people at the counter are always super friendly and will provide recommendations on their pastry options. I got a cinnamon bun and it was phenomenal. The cream cheese frosting wasn't too sweat and the bread was soft and had a nice cinnamon spread. I also really enjoyed their lattes. I will definitely be coming back to try more of their pastries and sandwiches as they all looked so good. read more

Ciao, Gloria - Cinnamon bun - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Really popular spot with good coffee/drinks and a drool-worthy bakery case. Counter-order service is quick, efficient, and friendly, so don't be scared by the inevitable line on weekends. Seating is first come first served and not the easiest to obtain, but not impossible either. Food is good but not amazing. The prosciutto egg and cheese is bougey and WONDERFUL. The bread is perfection and the fritatta is well executed. I loved that there were greens in the sandwich and although the prosciutto was correctly advertised as crispy, I think it was a bit too well done. The chicken salad wrap was well proportioned but bland and definitely could use more seasoning. I've tried the morning glory cookie (not bad) and scones (eh) on previous occasions, but other items look promising. Really good place to meet a friend to chat. read more

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Very cozy, cute coffee shop vibes. I went at a crowded time because all the tables were taken with people enjoying their coffee, breakfast and doing work. This place is in an area I am very rarely in. So I won't be coming here often at all but it was cool to check it out. I did not get any food though it looked good. I got an iced latte and it was not that good. Too strong for my liking. Others may enjoy the strongness of this drink though. read more

Came a little before 10am on a Sunday morning with two friends to enjoy breakfast. I got an iced chai latte, the last pistachio croissant, and a Morning Gloria. We ordered at the counter then found a table. It gets pretty busy so I'd recommend coming earlier, as we noticed people buzzing around and waiting for tables to open up. The pistachio croissant was perfectly flaky, and had a delicious cream filling that wasn't too sweet. It was hard to follow up with the Morning Gloria, but if I had it on its own, I'd probably enjoy it more. read more

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Ok this place is amazing. Great spot to grab a coffee to go/have a coffee/bite to eat. ALL of their pastries look so good. I usually go for their coffee cake which is delicious. Favorite egg sandwich is the Avec and from their lunch menu you've got to get the Italo Disco Club. The Calabrese aioli is what makes the sandwiches for me. The staff are friendly and welcoming. Service is fairly quick. Ambiance is nice with lots of natural light but be ready to possibly scout the place for a seat! It fills up pretty quickly and there is constant foot traffic. Overall, love this place and is a must go any time I'm in the area. read more

Ciao, Gloria - The Avec! - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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There were many families with young children getting pastries and coffee slushie at @ciaogloria on a sunny Saturday afternoon. They have many seatings indoors and outdoors to accommodate dine in customers. read more

Ciao, Gloria - Limoncello pistachio tart - Cafes Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I was so excited to try the cannoli cake... and a major disappointment. Either they put ginger in the cake, or it rubbed up against another item (maybe carrot cake) which totally distorted and overpowered the original taste. I'd skip the pastries, but the ice coffee was mild and good. read more