Great high quality snacks. Nice staff. And the space is very very old school Brooklyn. I wonder what it was before. You can see they kept the original walls,ceilings, floors, and bar that was here. All original items are rare nowadays. Hidden gem. Only thing is that they seem to have no AC. Even have fans on the ceiling but they aren't on. read more

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GET THE NUT C00KIE!!! and of course, an americano negro cool spot; will def go back read more

This coffee shop makes decent coffee and yummy sandwiches and pastries, although they are pricey. It doesn't have any seating inside. I'm not sure if it's leftover from Covid or if they've always been like this, but the tables are covered in local products and baskets for sale, so you can't sit. They do have two tables outside on the sidewalk. To my understanding, this is more of a to-go place. The coffee is flavorful and it's a great option when you're in the area! read more

I ordered a Croissant and a cappuccino. After taking my first bite of the croissant, I noticed it was stale. I go back to the counter and tell the barista. She gets argumentative that they are all fresh. I tell her once again that it is stale and even poke my finger inside so she sees it isn't soft. She keeps insisting and I tell her she doesn't need to be argumentative. I just want a fresh croissant. read more

Such a sweet little find. It feels like a treasure for the locals here. Great coffee, excellent service and menu. Lots of cookies, pastries and treats sold here too. read more

Coffee tastes like dishwater. Employee stood talking to a friend for literally almost five minutes before even acknowledging my presence. Small, dark and ugly. This place is garbage. read more

Very cute very small cafe. The tea is hot and the hot chocolate is chocolate and sweet. It was cold AF waiting in line to get a table at Lucali's and this is the closest cafe there. My friends and I took turns getting hot drinks and standing in the freezing cold. Henry's local was and is a Godsend. The pastries are delicious. We tried the olive oil cake and almond croissant and cookies. Everyone loved it. I dunno how but a single person was handling the transactions and making the drinks to order. They have a decent unisex restroom too (just one). read more

We stayed at the owner's sweet B and B and then went to her cafe. This is such a picturesque little cafe and really enjoyed our bread and coffee. read more

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Quaint cafe, with nice ambiance, great coffee/pastries and love there in-house made overnight oats and sandwiches! Plus all the baristas are super nice. It is my go to neighborhood spot. read more

First timer and won't come back. The atmosphere emits "locals only" and the decor is a sad attempt at rustic/vintage. Just uncomfortable. I ordered a medium Chai latte for $4.25. It was all foam and lukewarm water! She wouldn't even put a lid on my order after I told the clerk it was to-go. She scoffed and handed me the lid! read more

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A very cool spot just north the corner of Henry and 1st Place. A dark interior is so soothing in one's squinting, non-firing neural, pre-coffee state. I only recently started going there as much on again off again level of coffee consumption has ramped way up again. (I blame the Brooklyn Roasting Company's proximity to my art studio.) I like to be able to choose different drip coffees, but at Henry's Local they only offer one. I've been to bleary to notice if they change it up. That said, my morning brain jolt has been delicious every time. They have been more necessary than ever since the movers picked my de Longhi burr grinder and Friis Coffee Vaults to take them far from another winter. I have to walk the long 4 1/2 blocks in a total miasma until I can cop a cup. Pastries are terrible for my health (yours, too) and there's are just delicious. I've only had the plain butter scone, though I'm looking forward branching out. It's 7:15AM and I'm waiting outside now. I know they open 30 minutes later on Sundays, but I started the review in bed and had too walk over. The baristas are very pleasant and knowledgeable. I get a kick out of discussing coffee flavor notes and finishes as if I were in deep discussion with a sommelier. read more

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Fantastic new addition to the neighborhood. As someone who has toured fine coffee shops from coast to coast, I can say this is a gem. The environment feels like you've stepped into a Parisian cafe. I've sampled the espresso and cortado. Both cortados were spot on in taste. Of my two espressos, one was lovely with the perfect amount of crema, The other was a tad bitter showing a lack of experience from this particular barista. They are pouring double shots but cutting off halfway through the pour for a single shot which is not how the machine should be used. They feature Balthazar pastries which is lovely and soon will have a liquor license for beer/wine. The owner is a joyful, generous welcoming spirit. I have no doubt that this shop will become a mainstay in the neighborhood. read more

I had a pretty long day and I needed to catch up on some reading and unwind a bit. My buddy told me there was a good cafe up the street called "Henry something something on the right". I got the straight black coffee and a chocolate croissant. This was pretty much exactly what I was hoping for. More cafés should be like this. TL;DR: Solid cafe. Reasonably priced; good atmosphere; nice coffee. read more

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Killer cafe. If I lived in bk (Carroll gardens) Id absolutely make this my number one spot. I had an iced latte. It was delicious. No complaints. Solid wifi. Solid amount of outlets. Great ambiance. Love the vibe. Blues playing in the background was great. The barista was friendly and attractive in a heroin-chic-Cher type of way. They get four stars instead of five because they don't take credit cards and it's 2014. If they start taking cards I'll update this rating to a 5 star. But someone will have to tell me cuz I don't live in NYC. read more

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Really nice little spot. Exactly the kind of place out neighborhood needs more of. Friendly staff, local snacks / treats and nice off the main drag location read more

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Cash only. A cute cafe to sit down. There is ample seating. We headed in late in the day so it was pretty empty. The bathroom is clean and pretty big. The staff was friendly. My latte was a bit too hot and not very flavorful. Minimal latte art. (If you look at my other latte pics, you know I love my latte art!) Not the best latte, but it's passable. read more

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I was wondering through the area and stopped in. If I lived in the area I could see it being a good quiet spot to get some work done or read a book. It has an old School give that seems to be trendy in coffee shops these days. The person behind the counter seemed to hate his job but made a decent cappuccino the cookies were really hard you could tell it had been sitting out all day. Quick fix by dunking it into my espresso read more

Super cute local coffee shop. The coffee is good and the staff is always friendly. The decor is old school/vintage with a black and white aesthetic. Both times I've been here it's been really quiet and not crowded- great place for doing work on your laptop or reading while enjoying your coffee. They also have outdoor seating space. read more

Great dark little vintage feeling coffee shop, with a few pastries and sandwiches. Generally a quiet vibe full of laptop workers, this is a great place to read or get work done. There is a little table and a few chairs out front on Henry Street, a quiet and sunny block to people watch & sip your iced coffee. read more

This place is charming and a great addition to the neighborhood but the folks who work here seem like high schoolers disengaged from the work at hand. This is NYC, not Portland, OR. The wifi rarely works and when you ask about it, they look at you all doe-eyed and mystified by the question. If I'm paying $4 for a coffee, a little wifi goes a long way. Get it together folks. read more

Just moved right around the corner from this gem and couldn't be happier to be so near. The owner and staff are amazingly pleasant and welcoming, the space is comfortable, and even better, they don't mind if you take your time having your coffee. Too many coffee shops try to rush you out the door after they serve you your coffee. Henry's Local wants you to settle in and enjoy their amazing ambiance. So far as I'm concerned, this place is exactly what other shops should aspire to be like! read more

I work nearby and they started opening earlier in the morning so we could all get our caffeine fix! (At least, that's what I heard) Tasty pastries, consistently delicious drinks, friendly baristas who take the edge off early mornings. If they ever get that liquor license I may never go home again! read more

Wonderful little coffee shop. Very quiet, excellent coffee. Warning--cash only. Not that unusual for the neighborhood, but Manhattanites may be surprised. Cool tea selection as well. read more

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I have two kinds of mornings in my life. Ones that start at Henry's Local, and ones that involve me drowning in a sea of self-hatred and confusion caused by either hangover or skipped alarm clocks. Imagine what my days would be if there was no Henry's Local at all. Enjoying the quietude of the early morning or late evening here is pretty special. It's a cozy space and the baristas are kind -- they're cash only and they've many times just asked folks to just pay the next time they come in. The owners are often around, too, and one of them is responsible for many of the tasty treats that line the counter. This place is fairly central to my mental health. I'd suggest you see if it can ease your instabilities, as well. Also, if you're in Red Hook, check out their sister place on Van Brunt -- the Black Flamingo. read more

0 stars, just came here for a chai and it taste horrible!!! Will update soon after i finish with the coconut cake... Update: ok the coconut cake was delicious but stay away from their ice Chai, still 0 stars because i paid a lot for this, and they only take cash. read more

Great small cafe in Carroll Gardens. Wifi is reliable, there's always a seat and plenty of computer plugs. The restroom seems to be unreliable as it is closed frequently. After a half hour of drinking iced coffee and no bathroom = bad situation. read more

This has become my go to coffee place in the neighborhood. It's coffee competes with Blue Bottle, which is a little bit of a hike from the neighborhood but gives you something to compare against. This place is great and you don't have to be a local to love it. That being said, it's out of the way if you are not. I'd give 5 stars but there are somethings that bug me despite the AMAZING coffee they pump out. First is that the staff are just not professional. An order longer than 2 items poses serious difficulty for their memories. They make coffee in the incorrect order, simple fast drinks are made before the harder ones leaving one person waiting with cold coffee (or finished) before the order is complete. This is compounded by the slowness of the staff at making the coffee in the first place. The price is pretty good for the quality of the cup. Compare against Blue Bottle. You will see. read more

This place is cash only. Really cute, dark little coffee shop. I had ice coffee and a muffin and both were delicious. Wish I could have stayed and enjoyed the interior space more. The man working behind the counter was very helpful and kind. Definitely coming back tomorrow! read more

Wow! What an amazing find. I'm so happy I have another neighborhood cafe to hit up. Latte was good. Iced pineapple tea was great (not sweet, just how I like it). I got a baguette salami sandwich, which was fine. They have very few sandwiches for sale everyday. They don't really have much to eat -- I don't mind that. Wifi and lots of plugs and a good amount of seats. I'll definitely return here! Also, perfect temperature!!! Most cafes in the summer are either so hot or feel like a fridge so this was great. read more

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Cozy space, barista knows everyone, music is dialed in. Only serves an 8oz cappuccino, which is always a good sign. Baked goods pretty good as well. Free WiFi, but few / no outlets. read more

Is Laptop Friendly and Tasty pastries. Good option for Carroll Gardens drinkers. read more

Does anybody else get a lukewarm coffee here or is it just me? I moved out of this neighborhood shortly after this place opened- tried it twice and it was always a lukewarm latte.. I am visiting here today, decided to give it a try, and guess what- a lukewarm latte! Nice baristas, cute distressed interior though ... read more

I love this place. Its quaint, quiet and the pickings are good.i love that the offerings have expanded. That said, tonight we were chased out about 15 minutes before closing. The employee had the mop out, odiferous cleaning solution in full effect and the door wide open. Its winter by the way. This has happened a few times and if it happens again I'll stop going:( read more

Great Spanish tortilla, baked goods, great tea & coffee selection, wifi, clean & comfy space. Also has a little free library, leave or take a book. read more

This is my local go-to with lots of good cocktail selections and friendly servers. Great burger too! Can be a little dimly lit for early birds read more

Pretty quiet place, pleasant music, friendly atmosphere. Seems like this place fits best for moments when you wanna be alone or just want to have a private talk with your BF. The coffee tasted good. read more

Pros - Great coffee. Great croissants. Nice vibe. Cons - You need the patience of a saint to get your morning coffee there. Slowest baristas in the Western Hemisphere. Lovely people though. read more

Such a great addition to the hood! And the stroller brigade haven't taken it over (yet!). Beautiful decor and a quiet, calm vibe. Perfectly prepared coffees and pastries. A wonderful little cafe. read more

I love this place, and it's just what the neighborhood needed. For too long the Columbia Waterfront/edge of Carroll Gardens has gone without a decent cafe. The wait is over. Henry's Local has excellent coffee and baked goods. W/r/t the latter, I'm told they source from Bathazar and bake their own. I would echo what another reviewer said and suggest they partner with a local coffee roaster, but aside from that, I'm really pleased with everything Henry's Local has to offer. Several times I've arrived nearer the end of the day when they are finishing their last pot of coffee. The owner and staff always offer to make me an americano at no extra cost. Such a rarity in NYC, I'll definitely be coming back. Comfortable and relaxing atmosphere, great music and service too! read more

Not vegan friendly. I found out today they're no longer setting out dairy alternatives for coffee and are charging a dollar extra for a small splash of almond milk. I don't understand why they would cheat their customers this way, especially when there are so many other great cafes in the area that don't do this. I've been a regular customer for years but won't be returning. read more