On a journey to try all local matcha lattes! Recently visited Ridgewood Coffee Company to try…read moretheir matcha lattes as I had seen a recommendation on social media. We went on a Sunday afternoon and it was not too busy at all. It was my first time visiting and they had a big space with some tables and seats. They had a menu of different coffees and of course the matcha. They also had a ceremonial matcha option for an additional charge. I had ordered the matcha latte and was able to change the mildly option to oat. We also wanted to try the matcha cookie. Our order was made fresh and picked up at the end of the counter. You can really taste the matcha flavor and not overpowered by the oat milk. Overall a good matcha-- they also had additional flavors options that can be added like strawberry. I will definitely be back to try their coffees!

Spacious cafe with a nice variety of drinks and food options. I noticed a majority of people here…read morehad laptops and were getting work done, but I also found it a decent spot to catch up with some friends. The matcha einspanner caught my eye, but unfortunately the flavors fell short for me. The barista making my drink appeared to be newer (another barista ended up taking over to finish the drink), and the drink itself tasted overly milky with not enough matcha flavor. Maybe it was the whipped cream, but it felt diluted overall. On the other hand, my husband's New Orleans iced coffee was good, and my friends enjoyed their other coffee drinks as well. Next time, I'll skip the matcha and just stick with coffee.

I love pastries! This place has so many delicious pastries! I'm sad it's a bit far from my house…read morebut whenever I'm in the area I will ALWAYS stop by! So busy that sometimes it will get hectic. But it's all worth it

While the dessert was good, the staff is not aware of allergens in desserts. All three people at…read morethe front, although they were very nice, assured me there were no nuts in "Spring" dessert. They said there could be cross contamination. Cross contamination is no issue for me, as I informed them, but I need to know if there are nuts actually inside as an ingredient. One person said only one item on their dessert menu contained nuts, and when I mentioned that many contained hazelnut they seemed surprised to learn that hazelnut is in fact a tree nut. Lo and behold, the chocolate dacquoise inside the Spring dessert contained nuts and I got an anaphylactic reaction as a result and needed to take my EpiPen. The bite I had was very yummy but almost took me out so I'll still keep two stars for the baking itself. However, staff NEEDS to know what contains very common and deadly allergens.

Stopped by Pierre & Michelle in Ridgewood and it honestly felt like stepping into a small bakery in…read moreFrance. The staff even wear those classic French red hats, which adds to the whole experience and makes it feel really authentic. Everything looked incredible, but I went with a chocolate dessert (don't remember the exact name) and it was amazing,smooth, and not overly sweet. You can tell it's made with quality ingredients. The cappuccino was also very good and paired perfectly with it.

Looked up and saw two French names so I just had to go in for a latte and croissant. Latte was very…read moregood, chocolate croissant, excellent and the mango tart? Oh my, life changing. There's plenty of seating indoors and out, complete with a lounge couch to been seen and to see. I hope one day they cleanse themselves of the ghastly overdone wood decor walls but they were probably on point when the place opened. Staff isn't the friendliest but hey, they're French!

Last Thursday I met up with a colleague at Rey Sol Coffee in Ridgewood. My coworker recommended Rey…read moreSol, saying it was one of her favorite coffee shops - if not her favorite one - in town. After trying it out last week, I see why and I'm looking forward to going back very soon! I went up to the counter and ordered an iced vanilla latte. I believe my friend ordered one of the fall drink specials. You pay at the counter, and then the barista will call your name when your order is ready for pick-up. The weather was nice that day, so we grabbed a table outside. Plus, Rey Sol was very busy, and all the indoor tables were taken. The coffee in my iced vanilla latte was strong and smooth. Plus the barista added a frozen coffee cube so the drink wouldn't get watered down. With it being October, the frozen coffee piece was in the shape of a jack o' lantern. The foam art on my colleague's hot latte drink was so pretty, too. I love the attention to detail of Rey Sol's drinks. Next time, I look forward to trying one of their pastries, empanadas, and/or other food on their menu.

Well the inside was very nice but omg it was a bit highway robbery with this spot. The two coffees…read morewas $17.00 and then the chicken empanada and the cookie was $7.00. After all said and done it was overall a great spot . Its a roaster spot and everything was homemade which I loved. I would go and check them out !

Upon entering, we were greeted by the workers and walked us through the food selection. The place…read morewas not busy, so I do believe that contributed to it. They were absolutely the sweetest people. Very patient and attentive. The baklava and kadayif were both freshly made. We were offered seating, and the food was delivered to us with Turkish tea given as a compliment. Music played in the background, which wasn't overpowering. My friend noticed that the songs were covers of popular hits in a different language (I think Turkish?), although I can't confirm this. Would be five stars, but the food is a bit pricey, and the kadayif's syrup aspect was sweeter than my personal tastes. Still warm and delicious though.

Absolutely terrible service and an uncomfortable experience. It's crazy to think that a Turkish…read morerestaurant could make me question whether racial discrimination played a role, but after reading similar reviews and experiencing it myself, it's hard not to wonder. i arrived at 9:20 AM with 2 other white people and our waiter came by once to take our coffee orders. After that, we were completely ignored. We repeatedly told him we were ready to order food, and each time he said "OK" but never returned. What made it worse was that there was only ONE other table nearby. They arrived after us, were promptly served, and appeared to be of Turkish descent, although I can't say that for certain. The difference in treatment was hard to ignore. By 10:15 AM, we gave up and left without ever ordering food. I can't say for sure whether race or ethnicity played a role, but the experience certainly raised questions, especially after reading other reviews. Nearly an hour of being ignored at a restaurant that wasn't even busy is completely unacceptable. Easily one of the worst service experiences I've had. Would not recommend.

A Hidden Gem You Can't Miss!…read more I stumbled upon this adorable local café by accident, and I'm so glad I did. It's a truly special spot that feels like a breath of fresh air compared to the usual chain coffee shops. The coffee is outstanding. Their cortado and flat white are perfectly crafted and some of the best I've had. We also tried the cold matcha with a squirt of strawberry syrup, which was absolutely delicious a perfect refreshing treat. The pastries are a highlight too; they are homemade and baked fresh on a "need-to-basis," so you know everything is made with care and never sits around. What really sets this place apart is the atmosphere. It is incredibly dog-friendly, which was a huge plus for us since we brought our furbaby along. He absolutely loved his "pupachino"! We were lucky enough to enjoy the beautiful weather on their outside seating area, which added to the lovely vibe. We even got to meet the owner, who was kind, warm, and welcoming, and the staff is equally friendly. It's rare to find a place with such genuine hospitality. Definitely make this your go-to spot before heading to Starbucks or Dunkin' Donuts. You won't regret supporting this wonderful local business!

Late review from our visit on Feb2026. It was a monday afternoon so it wasnt crowded at all and a…read morecouple of seating options. I found the seating on the sides, facing the streets, quite unique and offered somewhat of a privacy. The tres leches ran out (theres one on pic but already reserved/paid for by another) and i wouldve wanted to try that so ended up with a biscoff cheesecake. It was good but sweet. The lattes were enjoyable as well as the brownie cake which was decadent. Overall a good place for some slow time while being caffeinated.

One of my favorite coffee spots for years! They have incredible Gluten Free options which is…read moreamazing! I love their GF donuts and muffins, which are hard to find. The donuts are also vegan, and taste so great! Vibes are always cozy, there's always a steady crowd but I never wait long. Staff is all friendly and attentive.

Stopped into Bulldog for a coffee which was good. The only downside was the atmosphere. The…read moremanager/owner had a really stressed, snippy energy and was speaking pretty harshly to an employee named Stephanie right in front of customers. It honestly made the place feel tense instead of relaxing. I think things could run a lot smoother if the staff was treated with more professionalism. A coffee shop should feel welcoming, and that vibe just wasn't there this time.

A very trendy place new in Ridgewood, apparently people used to wait an hour to get in ....?…read more It's huge and can accommodate many, and we need to line up to order and pay before getting the order number to be seated. We were quite disappointed with the food, especially with the Croque Madame - not the usual bread loaf but in a croissant and not grilled enough. Shashuka was pretty good and the coffee (latte) was good, just that the drinks came in disposable cups instead of cups. Not sure what all the rave is about.... The dessert looked really good so maybe next time we could go for coffee and cake.

In the heart of Ridgewood, a trendy and pretty spot for a hot or cold coffee or tea and pastry, and…read morebreakfast, lunch or brunch. When you walk in, you order at the counter and then take a number to a table. We ordered the egg breakfast plate (eggs, toast, potato fritter, 2 pieces of bacon) and the spinach quiche with salad. The food felt like it could have been sitting on the counter for awhile since none of the elements were very hot. But the taste was good, especially the quiche and scrambled eggs. Their pastries were very photogenic but also pricey for the size (hence the trendy nature). There are many small tables and then a few large or medium ones. I would avoid this place on weekends and holidays when more people will venture here. On a weekday late morning, there were plenty of customers sitting with a coffee and working or chatting and enjoying a bite, but you could find a seat. There's someone who comes around to bus tables but you can also leave your plate or cup at the table. Many customers had perfectly coifed hair and were very put together, not the atmosphere that appeals to me. But many people like that. They have a small parking lot in the back but there's also paid street parking.

Parking sucks, but the food is great here. I love their seasonal drinks and pastries get sold out…read morefast which is a good thing. Nothing really sits and gets old. Place is nice inside and makes you want to sit while you enjoy your pastries and drink. Service is also fast when you order something. Less than 5 mins. This is my go to location.

I have been to Paris Baguette locations in NY and MA, so this was an easy choice for sweets and…read moredesserts. My nieces bought several pastries and we loved all of them. The Ube donut was not as flavorful as expected, but the Dubai chocolate pastry was very good. They also have a few prepared food choices for those wanting to grab a quick meal. Free WiFi, ample seating inside and outside.

Was meeting a friend for dinner who has a multitude of allergies and is always hard to find a place…read moreto eat when we get together. I googled Healthy restaurants and this one popped up. We sat down and the lovely owner brought over some savory popcorn. It was so good, she had to replenish our bowl. I asked her what seasoning was on it and she was happy to answer.. no gatekeeping here. I ordered the veggie bowl which was very delicious and my friend ordered the salad with chicken. She kept saying how the chicken tasted so good. As we were leaving we got to chat with the owner for a bit and she was saying they've been there for 12 years but recently with the influx of new restaurants it's been hard to keep the seats filled. She does have her regulars and strived to tell us that everythign is fresh, never frozen. I would highly recommend this place.

Not a very good experience. 6 of us went for brunch and our server messed up severap parts of our…read moreorder and then basically disappeared while a different server cleaned up her mess. The original sever mixed up our order, ordered the wrong things and never even bothered to apologize for all the errors. She even blamed someone else for one of the errors. Zero accountability and no attempt from management to adress the issues and make it right. They also tried to add a tip to the bill, which we requested to have removed. The food was ok. I enjoyed the crab cakes benner, but the turkish platter was mid. Unfortunately the food was not good enough to overcome the terrible service. I do not recommend this place.