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Cute cafe, however can get pretty crowded during midday. I got their pistachio latte with espresso base and asked them to make it less sweet which they did, it tasted great! They also have a selection of desserts like croffles and cookies. They do have a bathroom as well which is always good to know. The girl at the register recommended the pandan latte to me so that's what I'll be trying next.
Forest cafe is a little hidden cafe and it is a bit out of the way but is worth it. The matcha latte is top notch, you can definitely taste the love that goes into it. The earl grey chocolate chip cookie is a nice treat and the taste of earl grey is mild so it's not overwhelming. There is a line of people usually waiting so try to get there before closing or early on. There is some seats if you want to sit down to eat or want to work remotely. They only allow you to sit with your laptop during the weekdays not on the weekend so keep that in mind.
My favorite indie cafe in the Forest Hills area. They make their matcha the traditional way with a whisk, and they offer an option of Kagoshima or Horii matcha, so you know it's legit. The only downside is maybe the lines can get pretty long over weekends and there might be a wait of 10-15 mins during peak times. They also charge extra for oat and plant milk, on top of already pricey matcha, so a matcha latte can easily be over $8 after tax.
Forest Cafe opened in late 2022 and instantly blew up, clearly filling a demand for a hip minimalist coffee shop in Forest Hills and appearing on many "Best Coffee Shops in NY" lists. But is it worth the hype? Eh. For one, it's very popular. No matter the time of day, expect to wait on a line just to order. Seats and tables are rarely available, so be prepared to hover until someone gets up. That's understandable given it's pretty much the only place of its kind in the neighborhood, but it doesn't exactly make for a relaxing experience. I've tried several of their lattes (ube, pandan, cherry blossom, hojicha) and while they've all been good, none have really stood out. The flavors have been extremely subtle, to the point where they're hard to taste. I'm not asking for overly sweet drinks or artificial flavors, but there are other coffee shops in Queens that make a much better ube latte, for example. I tried the food once, ordering the pistachio croffle. It sounded and looked good, but unfortunately tasted stale. I was excited when Forest Cafe first opened, but I've only been back a handful of times since. I just don't find myself craving or returning to their drinks the way I do with other coffee shops.
This neighborhood cafe has excellent service and ample space to relax and enjoy a good cup of joe. My favorite beverage so far has been their Dirty Chai Latte, which was a great combination. Haven't had the chance to try any of their food, but the drinks are very good overall. Only thing better is the friendly and gracious service.
Seasonal drinks are fun. The fall menu has some great flavors, like a banana latte, biscoff latte, and biscoff cold foam top. What sets Forest Cafe apart is the versatility of what you use in your base for all lattes: matcha, espresso, or hojicha. Forest Cafe meets the common challenge of seasonal lattes, which is executing on the actual flavor. The ratios are prominent enough for the ships to come through. Be ready for long lines that go out the store on weekends.
The brown butter banana latte is good! Everything was combined nicely and the drink itself was perfectly sweet. The banana taste came in more subtly. I felt I initially taste the brown butter before the banana aftertaste comes through. The cafe itself is really cute and there's some tables for seating. We also tried the carrot cake which was delicious and the cream cheese frosting was great.
Was in the area doing some shopping and decided to pop in for a beverage to cool down. This place is very known in the area and it shows. There was people chilling on the benchs outside and people lounging inside as well. People had their laptops as well. They offer water at the napkin/utensils station which was nice to hydrate while I waited. They have a bunch of seasonal drinks that I stored in the back of my memory for next time. This time I just went with the matcha.
I came back to try the spring menu. The Earl Grey Matcha Latte was creamy with just the perfect strength of matcha, and the earl grey flavor didn't overpower the matcha. The Coconut Ube Butter Mochi reminds me of the mochi at Chinese bakeries. My boyfriend said it was so good, he wanted to get in the long line for another. On a Saturday around noon, the line was long, lined up from one end of the cafe to the other, but it moved quickly. Despite all the seats being filled, the cafe wasn't too loud or crowded.
Best coffee shop in queens. The coffee flavors are incredible and high-quality. I loved checking out the fall menu. If you're here in the fall, definitely check out the Biscoff latte and Biscoff cream top. Can be busy here on weekends but lines go officially staff is great and has mentioned food and coffees are wonderful.
Great additon to the neighborhood. Forest Hills needs a great coffee shop like this. Well decorated, great ambiance, and wonderful service. It's a great spot to meet up with a friend or have some work done while having your cup of Joe. The stand out was the forest hills and the mocha coffee. Iced or hot they were a wonderful strong good cup of coffee. Pick up a croffle as well. Tasty with a crunch sweet outside and chewy outside. A waffle croissant. Can't go wrong with the original or the pistachio which were my favorites. It's a go to place that i'll be back at. read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much, Kevin for this awesome review! So happy to hear…
SO SO happy to have a cute little coffee shop in this area. It gives off very chic, "Williamsburg" vibes. I don't have a job which allows for remote work but if I did, this is the place I would want to work out of. I really enjoyed their hojicha latte and my partner very much loved the Ube latte. I can't wait to be a returning customer and see what they add to the menu in the future! read more
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Thank you so much Kelly! We appreciate you! :)
It's been a long time coming but our prayers have finally been answered! HALLELUJAH!!! Forest Hills has been needing a cafe and Forest Cafe is everything and more than I could ask for. DRINKS: I got the Forest Latte (their signature drink) while my boyfriend got the Dirty Hojicha. I am ashamed to say that I DOWNED my drink within 5 minutes and had to negotiate with my boyfriend to drink some of HIS Dirty Hojicha. They were Just. That. Freaking. Amazing. I've had my fair share of bad espresso/coffee experiences in different cafes that I've ventured out to in NYC. Some cafes make their drinks a little bit too sweet, neglecting the main component of the drink which is the espresso. Other cafes do not pull their espresso right or do not steam their milk thoroughly which results in a very bitter, milky taste. For both drinks that I've tasted, the barista created the perfect balance of maintaining the espresso flavor while creating a mild sweetness from the milk and honey to enhance the overall lattes. If I could drink it over and over again, I would. It's dangerous. SPACE: The owners definitely have an eye for interior design because when you walk in, the cafe immediately evokes a sense of serenity. They went for a Japandi theme, marrying nature (with plants all around the establishment) and simplicity. Environment should be a priority when you're evaluating which cafes to go to and I'm glad they nailed it. They have created a space for me to be able to work (with outlets installed all around) or for me to be able to have an enjoyable coffee date experience. SERVICE: To tie it all together, the overall energy and vibe of the baristas/cashier makes me feel so welcomed. Their big smiles and the way they passionately make their drinks was such a treat in it of itself. I actually had the opportunity to chat with the owners of the cafe during their grand opening and I learned that it's a local family operation. I'll support them ALWAYS over the big chains! read more
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Thank you so much Vicki for this amazing review! We appreciate you!
Really cute and aesthetic coffee shop! My friend has been coming here ever since it opened, and she always says how great it is. It's a bit further from me, but I had to visit when I was in the area. They have a lot of fun options, but I got the iced pumpkin einspanner and matcha chia pudding. Both were delicious. The matcha chia pudding came with strawberries, which went really well with it. This seems like a great place you can bring your computer to and do work at while sipping on a coffee. Highly recommend! read more
Such a cute, instagrammable cafe in Forest Hills! Came here around 10AM and it was full of people working on laptops. Even though all the seats were taken, it didn't feel crowded because it's so spacious and airy. The staff is also so warm and welcoming! I got the ube latte - added 2 shots of espresso and sweetened - next time I'll try it without the shots because they overpowered the ube flavor. Will definitely come back to try the hojicha latte! Also got their croffles - I don't usually like croffles but these were actually good! There are crunchy flakes on top of the nutella one. read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much, Elsie, for this lovely review! :)
1 year ago
4 years ago
So happy this place is in the neighborhood! The drinks are so delicious and the owners / staff are so friendly and hardworking. I got the Ube latte with oat milk and everything is lightly sweetened which I appreciate. Also got the pistachio croffle which was pretty good! (Really good price for a croffle compared to other places) Great aesthetic and looking forward to stopping by again :) read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share these photos and your…
Came here on a Sunday afternoon and it was absolutely packed. I wish the place had more seating but that's okay. Overall, espresso quality was good and prices are reasonable. The workers here are also very nice and welcoming. Pretty solid cup of cappuccino this place offers! read more
3 years ago
I had Ube latte with espresso shot and tried the iced ube as well. Not very strong on the ube flavor though. Drinks were ok. Had croffles with pistachio and white chocolate drizzle - 1 of 2 options, $6 each for 1/2 waffle. Not made-to-order and was a bit chewy and sweet for me. read more
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Julie F.
Hi Kristin, we're so sorry that your experience here wasn't the best.…
Another Cafe Adventure in my neighborhood and I heard so much about this place from a few people on forest hills Fb group page. This is a perfect place to enjoy a good latte with or without a splash of espresso. I got myself a nutella Croffle & ube latte with oat milk. I didn't even need any sugar on my latte. It's super creamy and just the perfect amount of sweetness. But sadly it's a bit of a walk for me to get here. but if i was in the neighborhood YES I WILL DEFINITELY BE COMING BACK!! Forest Cafe 68- 04 Burn St read more
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Thanks, Helen, for sharing these photos and your experience! :)
1 year ago
4 years ago
I saw the a flyer saying a new spot opened in the neighborhood. Already liked the decor based on photos and decided to stop in. Upon opening the door, it's like you're entering a zen coffee spot. Soft, calm music humming and patrons on their laptop or reading. Loved the color theme and layout. There is a different type of seat for all. Favorite spot is the accent wall area - it's so charming. Service and staff are so friendly and welcoming. Love that they are locals and know the area. I ordered a croffle and ube latte. Drinks are customizable for sweetness and types of milk. Got mine lightly sweetened with regular milk. Lids and other items are to the side. Croffles were coming out hot and fresh. Their croffle is good and one of the better ones I've had compared to other spots. It's a good chew - crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside with just the right amount of sweetness. Love the glaze on top. I got one that was already inside the display case and it was still really fresh. Big welcome to the area! It's much needed to have something in the residential area without having to trek to Austin street. read more
Been coming here since opening and it's a place I like to treat myself to every now and then. The ambiance is always chill and peaceful, great place to do some work (except on weekends) or hang out. I always come back for their creative seasonal drinks! Sometimes they could be a hit or miss though, such as today when I tried their cherry blossom, I couldn't really drink at all and had to order something else. But usually their drinks are a hit and You got to appreciate the culinary attention that goes into all the menu items. read more
3 years ago
We were in the area for HITC music festival and my 14 yo daughter found this amazing coffee shop. Few minutes away from forest hills stadium. Cute place, super friendly staff and oh my such phenomenal coffee and treats!! Salted caramel lattes both hot and cold were some of the best I have had! And they have cruffles, something I've not heard of before / but they're a mix of waffles and croissants and we had the pistachio and white chocolate one and delish! Absolutely give this place a try!!! read more
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Julie F.
Hey Christina, thank you so much for taking the time to write this!…
I came back again since my last visit and can still say BEST CAFE EVER!! Literally one of the best iced mochas I've had anywhere and I get iced mochas everywhere! I love this cafe so much that whenever I'm back in nyc I make it a mission to visit! Absolutely love it!! read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much, Suhani, for this amazing review! We appreciate it…
3 years ago
Love this gem hidden behind the busy 71st continental area. The ube latte $5.50 was yum, soo pretty, creamy with whole milk, n tasted just like ube! The croffle (waffle + crossiant) approx $6 was sooo yum too with nutella & rice krispies topping. I went around 1pm on a thur and the pistachio croffle sold out. The staff are sooo freindly and nice. The ambiance is very nice, serene, clean, young wfh feel with tall ables filled with young people studying or working with few green plants and white background. The menu is small. Wish there were more snacks or desserts to chose from. But def want to return to try the pistachio croffle and hochito (aka roasted matcha) latte. Def a must stop for latte and croffle! read more
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Julie F.
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A cute cafe hidden in Forest Hills. A good place to study or just catch up with friends. The ube latte and croffles caught my attention. The ube latte was delicious, but a bit sweet (probably because I substituted maple syrup instead).Too bad the pistachio and nutella croffles were already sold out (~2pm?), but would probably come back to try them if I am around the neighborhood again. read more
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Julie F.
Hi Ruby, thank you so much for taking the time to share your…
Found this little gem near our Airbnb. It was walkable, which was better. It's located near a police station so definitely a safe area. Upon arrival I asked for recommendations. I got the dirty ube for my boyfriend and matcha for me. They are known for their croffles (croissant + waffle). Must try! Super cute coffee shop and friendly staff. read more
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Thank you so much, Amanda!! :)
3 years ago
What a delightful addition to the neighborhood! Came here right before opening on a Sunday and there was a healthy crowd waiting to come in. Plenty of seating to socialize with friends and family, do some work or reading, or simply enjoy some fresh Java. Upon the recommendation of a regular patron, I got the Forest Latte, which was a delicious concoction with maple syrup and cinnamon. Run, do not walk, to get one of these. I think this would make a wonderful spot for a book club! Can't wait to come back to try more coffee creations! read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much, Jennifer! We appreciate you :)
4 years ago
I had seen pictures of the cafe opening up nearby and after waking up early decided to walk over with a friend. The place is esthetically pleasing, neat, bright and clean. The soundtrack was chill and the fact one of my favorite frank ocean songs played while I was there brought a smile to my face. We ordered the forest latte and 2 waffles with Nutella. I don't remember how it was named on the menu but you can't really confuse it with another of the options. The waffles was tasty and a nice morning treat. The latte was good and not too sweet, the maple syrup gave it a nice taste. We hung out for a while and there were multiple people who came in during the time. Happy to see other from the neighborhood coming to get a tasty treat in the morning. Those behind the counter well nice and informative as I asked about some of their other drinks. I look forward to returning. read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much, Daniela, for this lovely review! We appreciate you…
what we ordered: americano $3.75 cold brew $4.5 pistachio croffle $6 such a cute cafe!! very aesthetic and has a couple of tables where you could do work. they even have outlets to charge! love the vibes and will definitely be back to try their other drinks read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much, Joanna, for taking the time to share your…
3 years ago
A lovely addition to this neighborhood w/ a beautiful, thought out space with plenty of seating, outlets, bright lighting. It's hard to find cafes in nyc that are this spacious, and clean with a nice aesthetic. Very friendly cashier as well. Forest latte was SO yummy and so was their Nutella croffle. Very reasonable prices. Looking forward to coming here more! read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much! :)
3 years ago
Do yourself a favor and come to Forest Cafe! Not only are the drinks and croffles soooo delicious, the ambience and staff are amazing as well. Being that this is a family owned business, you can just feel the absolute joy of the staff who take pride in their products and business. The decor is very mimimalistic and Scandinavian inspired - so you will feel at peace and tranquil right when you step in, along with their amazing playlists playing quietly in the background. The drinks are expertly made by the talented baristas; my favorites being the Hojicha latte and Forest Latte. They are also adding new seasonal drinks to their menu too! Love love this place and the staff, such a needed addition in Queens! read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much, Stefanie! We appreciate you :) <3
1 year ago
4 years ago
Love the location of the cafe, it was much needed :) The croffles are all delicious, my go to drink is an iced hojicha latte with maple syrup, my bf's go to drink is the forest latte. I love that there are seats, even when it's fairly crowded. read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much, Sophia!
4 years ago
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Julie F.
Thanks Carolyn! So glad you enjoyed the ube latte :)
1 year ago
2 years ago
Been coming here for a few years now. It's always been pretty good up until the last few months. I'm not sure if it's due to inexperienced baristas or the quality just went down but my order has been inconsistent. I always order the same exact drink but extra hot, as the standard drink temperature is just luke warm (which should be a crime in the coffee world). Today, the temp was definitely extra hot (after I reiterated a few times) but the froth was inexcusably subpar. It had too much air and bubbles were everywhere. I travel for a good cup of coffee and don't think I will be coming back again for what I can get elsewhere for the same price with consistent quality (perfect temperature, froth, milk to espresso ratio, service, and price). If this is considered artisan coffee, do better! read more
1 year ago
Love the decor of this cute cafe. Tried the iced ube latte and it was bright (literally purple!) and delicious! Unfortunately they were out of croffles by the time we stopped by but we will be back. read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much, Karen, for taking the time to share your…
4 years ago
This is a new cafe that opened in the residential area. The decoration is minimalistic and seems like a nice place for locals to study or hang out with friends to catch up over a cup of coffee or latte. There is wi-fi here as well. I don't think people who usually visit Forest Hills by train on Austin Street would be coming here. It is pretty close to the Forest Hills Stadium so it would be a nice place to go to before a show. I tried the iced ube latte, and some of the hot ube latte. Both were tasty and sweet, just how I like it. Be careful before you head out or go somewhere because your lips and tongue will turn purple, lol. The menu right now has mostly drinks and a few croffles. When I went, it was about an hour before closing on Sunday and I only saw one croffle left. I did not get to try a croffle but I would recommend to come earlier if you want to pick one to try. The staff was pleasant. I hope they will add more food to the menu in the future! read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much, Candace, for taking the time to share your…
2 years ago
Amazing staff, amazing service, amazing food and drinks! This place is a regular spot for me, I come here a few times a week. I love how many options they have for matcha lovers like me! My current favorite is their seasonal eggnog latte with matcha!!! For the coffee drinkers, their cold brew is top tier!! I always make sure to pick up a croffle as well whether it's their plain, Nutella or seasonal. They also have a delicious carrot cake muffin! Overall this cafe is always clean, friendly, tasty and will continue to be my go-to spot :) read more
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