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Honestly my favorite cafe in the area because it's so girl coded and the drinks are amazing. This cafe is spacious and the seasonal menu always updates with new drinks. They have two different matcha grades to choose from and I always "forest it" so it comes with maple syrup and cinnamon. The matcha is strong and I love the overall vibe in this store. There is usually a line but the line moves quickly. They also have an adorable stamp card and I always visit whenever i'm in the area.
This cafe with floor to ceiling windows on a tree filled side street has my heart!! It's such an inviting space to meet with friends and they have a unique selection of food and drinks that has never let me down. Last time I tried their black sesame matcha which was so yummy. I always look forward to the new flavors they come up with which are really crafted with care. They're also one of the few cafes ive seen which offer hojicha- a tea which tastes more nutty and caramel-y. Forest cafe has definitely grown in popularity over the years, so the last few times ive been here it was packed to the brim. Still, the service hasn't suffered at all and they get through customers at a fast pace. I really admire the unwavering attention to detail and upkeep that is put into all aspects of this cafe, from the artful posters and signage, to the new flavors, to the space itself - these things make it such a wonderful gathering place for the community!!
Solid WFH cafe! The drinks were tasty I got the ube latte and it was a perfect balance of sweet and coffee. There are outlets and bathrooms. The ambiance is great and the service is very quick!! Great to get work done or chat with a friend.
A slight walk, further from Austin street, is totally worth it. Unique selections and a comfortable indoor space with books for reading. The line was fairly long for a Sunday afternoon! I got the pistachio hojiacha latte, while my friend got the black sesame latte. Personally, i would stick to a standard hojicha but I do enjoy a daring combo. Overall an enjoyable experience.
One of me and my husband's favorite spots in Queens! Their banana latte is a must-try There's always a line on the weekends, but it's definitely worth the wait. Always a good experience!
I loved the vibe of this spot, it is so cute with lots of natural light & the items on the menu all sound good. They have a list of year round items & a couple rotating seasonal lattes that you'll have to wait to see on their wall as well. However, It gets extremely busy there -- so if you're wanting to sit and chit chat with a friend, you might find yourself sitting outside or constantly checking for a chair because it gets busyyyyy in here on weekdays despite the abundant seating, while I do love a little coffee & study session, it really sucked that nearly all of the tables inside were taken by customers with laptops! Perhaps it's better on weekends as they have signs that implement no laptops on weekends. Anyways, onto the orders... My sister and I ordered off the seasonal menu and tried the Strawberry latte, Pistachio latte and a Pistachio Waffle. Unfortunately, I just felt like neither of the lattes were really lived up to the hype. The strawberry latte is literally just strawberry jam layered with milk and a shot of espresso & the pistachio drink was not very sweet or pistachio flavor forward, it had a bit of a nutty taste towards the end, but honestly just tasted a majority like milk. I definitely think it could benefit from more pistachio flavoring or some pistachio cream smeared on the side of the cup. Also, not sure if they use two different roasts for the drinks, but the strawberry tastes much more burnt than the other. The pistachio waffle was probably the best part, but even then, you cannot really mess up on a waffle that is smeared with pistachio butter. Not sure if it is house made though. I didn't like it, but my sister really likes this place, so it is definitely a matter of opinions. I would definitely recommend stopping by & trying it out yourself!
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.
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.
Brown Butter Banana (Kago) Matcha Latte - 10/10! The banana flavor really complements the rest of the drink well and doesn't feel too sweet either. Line was almost to the door when I came in Sunday afternoon but they move fastttt - definitely looked more of a wait than it was! Looking forward to trying more specialty drinks
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.
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.
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.
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.
4 years ago
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Thanks Carolyn! So glad you enjoyed the ube latte :)
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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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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Thank you so much, Candace, for taking the time to share your…
3 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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Quaint, cozy cafe with unique drinks - the lavender latte was the perfect balance. Will be visiting again to try the ube latte ! read more
3 years ago
The food was unique. For example they have something called a croffle which is supposed to be a mix between a waffle and a croissant. Although I thought the texture was like of a mochi. They are very chewy. They also have drinks that I have never heard of/are really rare, like an ube latte. They also have many different types of sugar and syrup. For example they had lavender syrup, and many types of sugars. The service was nice and fun. Even though it's early in the morning they take time to talk to the customers. The place is cozy with a cottage aesthetic. read more
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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
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Super cute! Simple and refined. Great addition to the neighborhood! We had the ube and forest latte and they were made to perfection. read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much, Alana! :)
4 years ago
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Julie F.
Thank you so much for this lovely review, Michael! So glad to hear…
2 years ago
4 years ago
Such a nice cafe with a great menu! Ordered the ube latte and hojicha latte. Ube was my favorite. The cafe is very aesthetic and such a nice atmosphere. Definite my new go to for drinks! read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much Jasmin!
4 years ago
Great cafe with lots of drink options not usually found in the forest hills area. I love the forest latte and hojicha latte and they even gave free samples of their delicious croffles once! The owners are super chill and accommodating (not to mention hardworking!). I literally come here every weekend. If I lived closer, I'd probably be here everyday. The decor is also super stylish. No wonder it's always crowded! It's the only cafe of that style in this area and everyone wants to chill here! :) read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much for this lovely review! We appreciate you :)
4 years ago
Nice brand new place to drink some coffee. Just opened, nice service, nice place. Not too crowded since it just opened. Very good friendly service. read more
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Julie F.
Thank you Anthony for sharing your experience and these photos!
Stopped by on a Saturday afternoon for a cold brew. The place was bustling with people. I ordered a cold brew black and light ice. It took about 12 minutes for me to get my very simple order so I don't know if that's typical or if they were just behind. I asked for light ice, but it was loaded with ice, so I'm not too sure if that message was relayed on my order since it didn't really look like that. Also, the taste of the coffee is it too strong so I'm not sure of the roast that they used for the cold brew but I prefer something a bit stronger. read more
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Hi Mary, we apologize that your experience here wasn't the best. We…
4 years ago
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Julie F.
Thank you so much, Sweenly! We appreciate you :)
4 years ago
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Thank you so much, Monica! We appreciate you :)
4 years ago
A charming cafe in a residential part of Forest Hills, Queens. Airy interior and friendly service. They ran out of pastries when I went in mid-afternoon on a Saturday but their croiffle is yummy. read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience :)
4 years ago
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Julie F.
LOL Ingrid!! Thank you so much for this kind review, always so happy…
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Thank you so much, Valerie, for taking the time to write this awesome…
4 years ago
Really liked this place. The atmosphere is really nice and calming. I got the hot chocolate, and it was really good. The workers were also nice. Definitely recommend you visit here if you're nearby. read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much, Michael! We appreciate you :)
4 years ago
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Julie F.
Thank you so much, Kevin! :)
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Since I found out about this spot one week ago, I've come almost everyday. I love their coffee and its so cute inside!!! read more
4 years ago
Wonderful coffee shop! The coffee itself is delicious and the owners and workers are super nice and friendly! The ambiance is relaxing and cozy, perfect for studying, working and hanging out with friends. When you go there, you must try their CROFFLE, it's amazing!! read more
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Thanks Marina!! We appreciate you <3
4 years ago
I absolutely love this place. It's the cutest cafe with the friendliest staff! Great addition to the neighborhood. I highly recommend the iced matcha latte and ube latte, they're both great! read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much, Melissa!
2 years ago
4 years ago
Cute and aesthetic cafe in the Forest hills neighborhood! The coffee and specialty drinks do not disappoint. For a fall and warm home feeling the Forest Latte hit home. For sweet and taro vibes the Ube latte did not disappoint and lastly the shakeratto with chocolate was a nice twist in a latte. The atmosphere and design of the whole cafe is well curated and homey! Great place to meet new people and locals. Welcome to neighborhood Forest cafe! read more
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Julie F.
Thank you so much Nora! :)
4 years ago
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Hi Yammie, we actually do have quite some options for drinks. We have…
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