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I really enjoyed this cozy bakery that has lots of space to sit and a good selection of bakery & drinks! In terms of pastries, there are options like the roast pork buns, egg tarts, sponge cake, and pineapple buns, along with treats like kaya toast. The drink menu is limited but thoughtfully curated, and have unique options like hojicha & almond cookie lattes. I just ordered the basic iced americano which was good! The service was fast & the employees were super chill & polite! I would definitely check it out again when I'm in the area.
Such a cool cafe, I wish I lived/worked closer - I would frequent often. First visited on a Sat in the fall and it was quite busy, so I quickly grabbed a drink to go. Nan gua (pumpkin) black sesame latte was on the sweeter side but still excellent. Such a tasty (and Asian!) twist to the classic PSL. I returned this week and tried the lavender peaflower matcha and sat in the back room which was really nice. Love the vibes and merch.
Tfw brooklyn asian american second gen diaspora tech lulu lemon convo friendship eavesdrop. Great iced coconut cortado special and i liked the egg tart too. I sat and read my french book and was cold to a man, then went to the gym then branzino pop up. Funny sunday in wburg
I can't speak on their coffee as I don't drink it but the shop was buzzing with busy bees ordering drinks that sounded creative so I like that they seem to offer some signature drinks! I do drink tea so the fairly extensive menu of loose leafs and tea lattes (no to matcha, yes to turmeric honey) was a welcome surprise. Store is pretty spacious with lots of nooks and tables to hang out or get work done in. A large, tempting display case of American and Chinese baked goods is near the counter. Ordered a warmed up banana bread slice and an iced hibiscus tea. Tea was really refreshing, bread was standard but paired well alongside the former. Ok so I stopped by originally bc they had Oscar Wilder's art on display for a few weeks and it was fun to check out throughout the store. Love that they support local artists exhibits and will definitely stop by once back in the area!
Super cute Asian cafe in Williamsburg!!! Love their mandarin matcha latte!!! Must try!!! Great staff and great workspace! Can't wait to come back!
Re-discovering Land to Sea (came here when they first opened and glad that they've stuck around and have been successful over the years!) and really addicted to their black sesame cold foam topping (+$2). Came here 3 days in a row for it. They had a salted honey latte special when I went on their seasonal menu & that was the perfect ratio of sweetness. They have rotating art on sale and it really does represent everything I am looking for in a community hub. 2 hour limit to be respectful--they have a really loyal fanbase and frequent crowds coming in throughout the morning/afternoon.
Tons of seating!! Great place to work. Got the slanted honey latte at the recommendation of the barista and it was delicious. Want to try the ginger next time. Barista was also really kind. Yum!
Craved some matcha after getting some lunch & stumbled upon what may be a hidden gem? I'm not from the area so I'm not sure if it's a hidden gem or I just happened to go at a good time but this coffee shop had plenty of space, fast service & delicious matcha.
Great, homey, cozy community hub with Asian pastries and drinks. They host local events to bring people together and the service was so good! I enjoyed the Apple crisp matcha latte oat milk iced $7 and my friend, who goes there pretty often because she's a local, liked her iced oat miso pumpkin spice latte. The buns were also delicious and fresh! There were lots of tables and multiple rooms, and people were chatting, reading, or doing work there.
Cute local spot with good, casual vibes. Matcha was delectably creamy, with the lavender pea flower one tasting like trix cereal milk but less sweet. I liked it lol. The baked goods were good, too. The roast pork bao was good, as was the egg tart (good balance of eggy and salty and creamy though far from the best), and the bolo was fresh and warm and cuddly soft. Service quick and kind. No complaints.
We came in the afternoon and most of the seats were taken and a lot of people seemed be doing work. I ordered the matcha spritz which I think is a summer drink and my friend ordered a regular matcha latte. I thought the matcha latte was just okay, and the matcha spritz was good! The front room felt warm on a hot day, and it was cooler in the back, but that area is dimly lit.
It's places like Land to Sea that keep me living in New York. A local coffee shop that has the community on its back, hosting local art exhibitions, pop-up bake sales, workshops, film screenings, etc. I'll be honest though. I'm not the moral authority on how good the actual coffee is. My order is just a black cold brew or americano.... tough to mess that up. BUT, I am the moral authority on a vibe check. Land to Sea CLEARS the vibe check. No corporate company driven by profits could curate this vibe. No amount of money could. It's straight from the soul. You can tell every chair, table, coffee mug, light fixture, and art piece that hangs on the wall has been hand picked. You might think I'm fufu or crazy, but in certain spaces I just feel so creative and free to express myself. Right when I walked in here I'm like "OH YEAH. I FEEL FLOWY!" Gotta stay flowy... Land to Sea is founded and operated by 2 daughters of immigrants who are first time business owners. I love this for a few reasons: A) I LOVE seeing young people start/run businesses. It's inspiring. They got me over here thinking what do I want to do that I'm not doing. No excuse, just produce. B) This is pure speculation, but I imagine their parents immigrated to the US to give their children the opportunity to do something EXACTLY like this. Their parents must be so proud. It gets me a little choked up just thinking about it. I had kind of a business meeting here so I was really nervous and shy, and didn't realize until too late that they specialize in Chinese pastries. I would have cracked off on that Bolo Bao forsure. Also, I'll be back for that Jade coffee mug they sell. That thing has been living rent free in my head for the past 5 days. I'm in a jade phase these days. THANKS LAND TO SEA KEEP DOING Y'ALLS THING! STAY FLOWY! Ig @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov_reviews
I finally got around to coming here and I'm glad I made the trek! Their specialty drinks are really fun, and their Chinese pastries are tempting (they're just a lot more expensive than if you got them in Chinatown so I decided to pass on them). I got an oatmilk latte with corn cream on top, which was really good - the corn flavor was subtle but it came through and there were bits of corn pulp in the drink. The cafe is also a great place to work - a few tables outside, along with ample seating near the register and in the back room (it's just a bit darker back there in case you're looking for sunlight). There's also free wifi and a bathroom in the back as well. Highly recommend coming!
I rarely get lavender drinks anymore because they tend to have very artificial tasting lavender to me, but this one was delicious and tastes great. Very comparable to the butterfly pea flower matcha at chamberlain coffee which I like a lot, but this one is less sweet so honestly even better! some notes: - no computers on Saturdays and maybe some other days - lots of seating - does have board games you can play though - also has really yummy looking Chinese pastries - will be going back for a pastry, games, and their coffee! read more
scallion twist ($3.75) - i originally just wanted some random carbs to fill my tummy... who knew this would make me miss home so so much - i was genuinely shocked by how fresh and soft the bread was... when you pull it apart, you can really see its fluffiness and softness - the scallion aroma was there; i liked it but would prefer even more - i also like how it wasn't too oily; a lot of the scallion bread ive had in the past tend to be too oily and heavy; this was delightful - it was bigger than the size of my palm yet still under $4 for this quality... it was unbelievable mandarin latte ($6.75) - i was recommended this drink because it is not too sweet and you know that's a selling point for me HAHA - it was honestly a perfect cup of latte; indeed not too sweet and the mandarin fragrant did really hit - it wasn't artificial at all! Not something that'd wake me up but something great for an afternoon fun drink rating: 4.8/5 - immediately one of my favorite cafe in brooklyn because it is genuinely so hard to find places like this in this area, where everything is delicious and made with quality, in a curated space designed with care and attention to detail - prices for the pastries were shockingly good - super spacious with lots of tables and seats! Could easily get packed but table turnover was quick - it's got two different spaces; the one in the front is more cozy and bright while the one in the back is darker with neon lights and retro vibes, almost as if it's a space for mahjong nights - definitely coming back soon! IG: @nom.noms.only read more
I really enjoyed this cozy bakery that has lots of space to sit and a good selection of bakery & drinks! In terms of pastries, there are options like the roast pork buns, egg tarts, sponge cake, and pineapple buns, along with treats like kaya toast. The drink menu is limited but thoughtfully curated, and have unique options like hojicha & almond cookie lattes. I just ordered the basic iced americano which was good! The service was fast & the employees were super chill & polite! I would definitely check it out again when I'm in the area. read more
Such a cool cafe, I wish I lived/worked closer - I would frequent often. First visited on a Sat in the fall and it was quite busy, so I quickly grabbed a drink to go. Nan gua (pumpkin) black sesame latte was on the sweeter side but still excellent. Such a tasty (and Asian!) twist to the classic PSL. I returned this week and tried the lavender peaflower matcha and sat in the back room which was really nice. Love the vibes and merch. read more
2 months ago
Tfw brooklyn asian american second gen diaspora tech lulu lemon convo friendship eavesdrop. Great iced coconut cortado special and i liked the egg tart too. I sat and read my french book and was cold to a man, then went to the gym then branzino pop up. Funny sunday in wburg read more
2 months ago
I can't speak on their coffee as I don't drink it but the shop was buzzing with busy bees ordering drinks that sounded creative so I like that they seem to offer some signature drinks! I do drink tea so the fairly extensive menu of loose leafs and tea lattes (no to matcha, yes to turmeric honey) was a welcome surprise. Store is pretty spacious with lots of nooks and tables to hang out or get work done in. A large, tempting display case of American and Chinese baked goods is near the counter. Ordered a warmed up banana bread slice and an iced hibiscus tea. Tea was really refreshing, bread was standard but paired well alongside the former. Ok so I stopped by originally bc they had Oscar Wilder's art on display for a few weeks and it was fun to check out throughout the store. Love that they support local artists exhibits and will definitely stop by once back in the area! read more
Re-discovering Land to Sea (came here when they first opened and glad that they've stuck around and have been successful over the years!) and really addicted to their black sesame cold foam topping (+$2). Came here 3 days in a row for it. They had a salted honey latte special when I went on their seasonal menu & that was the perfect ratio of sweetness. They have rotating art on sale and it really does represent everything I am looking for in a community hub. 2 hour limit to be respectful--they have a really loyal fanbase and frequent crowds coming in throughout the morning/afternoon. read more
Craved some matcha after getting some lunch & stumbled upon what may be a hidden gem? I'm not from the area so I'm not sure if it's a hidden gem or I just happened to go at a good time but this coffee shop had plenty of space, fast service & delicious matcha. read more
Great, homey, cozy community hub with Asian pastries and drinks. They host local events to bring people together and the service was so good! I enjoyed the Apple crisp matcha latte oat milk iced $7 and my friend, who goes there pretty often because she's a local, liked her iced oat miso pumpkin spice latte. The buns were also delicious and fresh! There were lots of tables and multiple rooms, and people were chatting, reading, or doing work there. read more
1 year ago
Cute local spot with good, casual vibes. Matcha was delectably creamy, with the lavender pea flower one tasting like trix cereal milk but less sweet. I liked it lol. The baked goods were good, too. The roast pork bao was good, as was the egg tart (good balance of eggy and salty and creamy though far from the best), and the bolo was fresh and warm and cuddly soft. Service quick and kind. No complaints. read more
We came in the afternoon and most of the seats were taken and a lot of people seemed be doing work. I ordered the matcha spritz which I think is a summer drink and my friend ordered a regular matcha latte. I thought the matcha latte was just okay, and the matcha spritz was good! The front room felt warm on a hot day, and it was cooler in the back, but that area is dimly lit. read more
10 months ago
It's places like Land to Sea that keep me living in New York. A local coffee shop that has the community on its back, hosting local art exhibitions, pop-up bake sales, workshops, film screenings, etc. I'll be honest though. I'm not the moral authority on how good the actual coffee is. My order is just a black cold brew or americano.... tough to mess that up. BUT, I am the moral authority on a vibe check. Land to Sea CLEARS the vibe check. No corporate company driven by profits could curate this vibe. No amount of money could. It's straight from the soul. You can tell every chair, table, coffee mug, light fixture, and art piece that hangs on the wall has been hand picked. You might think I'm fufu or crazy, but in certain spaces I just feel so creative and free to express myself. Right when I walked in here I'm like "OH YEAH. I FEEL FLOWY!" Gotta stay flowy... Land to Sea is founded and operated by 2 daughters of immigrants who are first time business owners. I love this for a few reasons: A) I LOVE seeing young people start/run businesses. It's inspiring. They got me over here thinking what do I want to do that I'm not doing. No excuse, just produce. B) This is pure speculation, but I imagine their parents immigrated to the US to give their children the opportunity to do something EXACTLY like this. Their parents must be so proud. It gets me a little choked up just thinking about it. I had kind of a business meeting here so I was really nervous and shy, and didn't realize until too late that they specialize in Chinese pastries. I would have cracked off on that Bolo Bao forsure. Also, I'll be back for that Jade coffee mug they sell. That thing has been living rent free in my head for the past 5 days. I'm in a jade phase these days. THANKS LAND TO SEA KEEP DOING Y'ALLS THING! STAY FLOWY! Ig @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov_reviews read more
I finally got around to coming here and I'm glad I made the trek! Their specialty drinks are really fun, and their Chinese pastries are tempting (they're just a lot more expensive than if you got them in Chinatown so I decided to pass on them). I got an oatmilk latte with corn cream on top, which was really good - the corn flavor was subtle but it came through and there were bits of corn pulp in the drink. The cafe is also a great place to work - a few tables outside, along with ample seating near the register and in the back room (it's just a bit darker back there in case you're looking for sunlight). There's also free wifi and a bathroom in the back as well. Highly recommend coming! read more
If you're looking for Asian flavors, no need to look further. Land to Sea has a whole spread of Chinese / Taiwanese pastries as well as asian flavor espresso drinks. Honestly a cafe lover's dream menu. The pastries are obviously best fresh, but they tasted pretty good after a couple hours too. They also offer seasonal special drinks, so you won't get bored of coming back. Highly recommend! read more
11 months ago
I absolutely love this cafe. The drinks are delicious and the staff is always friendly. It's great that it's women and POC owned. Their food is also very good. It's a super cute spot with a lot of community events! 10/10 read more
2 years ago
Cool Asian-themed cafe. They roast their own coffee beans and also have Asian-themed artwork. Dishes: 1) Flower hotdog bao: pretty good and soft, solid item 2) ham & cheese bao: good but not AS good as the flower hotdog bao 3) iced oat milk latte: solid. 4) pea flower lavender matcha speciality: I think the regular matcha would be better. The drink's color is pretty though Logistics: -accepts cc -has indoor and outdoor seating -good for teleworking read more
2 years ago
It's surprising how busy these places get but I see why! This place repetitively came up as a must-stop-at place while doing my little research on cute cafes in Brooklyn. I'm a bigggg fan of taking a classic coffee drink and adding flavors from my childhood to it... which is exactly what this place does! Red bean latte and cold brew w/ black sesame foam are the two that I tried and would recommend both if you're looking to expand your taste buds and try something new. The cold brew with sesame foam is subtle but black sesame normally is nutty and creamy (minus the peanut allergy concerns) so it adds an extra oof to it without going overboard. I was nervous about the red bean latte because most red bean drinks I get, the red bean is like refried bean consistency and I am not a fan of that. However, this red bean latte is delicious! It has the red bean flavor without the chunky beans. Definitely adding this place to cafes to return to whenever i'm back. read more
nice chill spot to grab some unique drinks and sit :) I've been here a couple times on the weekdays and it's never been too crowded, making it a great spot to study/do work (though not sure about the outlet situation). I'd say the drinks/food aren't life changing, but the uniqueness/vibes of the place are what bring me back. My most recent visit I had the cold brew and added black sesame cold foam. I was expecting the cold foam to be sweet but surprisingly it wasn't at all (which was good for me), the black sesame flavoring was way too subtle though and my drink ended up just tasting like a creamy iced coffee (which wasn't bad tho!) I tried the HK Arnold Palmer, it tasted like a sweet iced tea. They have pastries which arent too much more than what you would pay for at a Chinese bakery. There's also a restroom in the back. If I lived in the area I'd definitely frequent here to cowork. read more
They have interesting drinks and the interior is nicely decorated. The pastries were what you would typically find at Asian bakeries but it's a bit smaller here and slightly pricier than in Chinatown. I think what ruined the experience was when we accidentally spilled a drink, the staff didn't offer to make another one but she was quick to clean it up. She was professional with the attitude but there weren't much friendly attitude to make us feel better about the situation. It was spilled all over someone's lap! For that reason, the service is bare minimum. It could be that she was busy and didn't really want to handle that at the moment which is understandable. I guess I'm not sure what to expect in situation like that, I don't expect them to make another drink but it would have been a very nice gesture and good service if they offered to remake the drink, considering the drink was basically untouched. I wish the Bo lo bao had more butter spreader across the whole surface of the bun inside of a tiny area like it's a filling. The tradition way to serve bo lo bao at a cafe is to put butter in the middle. Ham and onion bread is what you'd typically get at an Asian bakery so it was good. Didn't get to try the espresso mint julip bc it was spilled. $7 down the drain :( Lavender pea flower matcha was subtle and light, interesting to try. They have other items that seem interesting but not sure I'll be back soon. read more
One of my favorite coffee shops in the area! The service is always very fast and friendly. Prices are reasonable. It is almost always busy during the week and I often times see many people working from tables inside and out. There is not much extra room for just lounging during the week and it's rather quiet so I wouldn't recommend coming here with a friend during work hours. I typically order an iced oat milk latte but they also have specialty teas and coffees. Sometimes they have wine nights and they always offer Asian-inspired pastries. read more
2 years ago
Was so good, I loved the vibes and decor of the cafe. The hot dog pastry was so delicious and salty paired with my sweet lavender peaflower matcha. Customer service was nice and attentive to me despite how busy it was. Also their jade ceramic mug is so cute, I just had to get one! read more
stopped by here for a quick snack and was surprised with how big the shop was! it extends far into the back and has a wide range of seating, as well as a dimly lighted space where it feels a little quieter than the rest of the area. they had a wide assortment of pastries available. I ordered the hotdog bun, which was tasty, but felt a little stale and the radio of hotdog to bread felt pretty small. workers were fairly quick and nice. read more
1 year ago
Was staying in the area and tried out a few matchas. This earl gray matcha hit the spot especially on a rainy day (it was April). I'd say the ambiance is more laid back and quiet so if you want to have a chat go elsewhere. Barista was kind but mute . read more
When I came across this suggestion, I had to give it a try the very next day. Honestly, for the area, this is a great place to have since Chinese pastry shops are practically non-existent, so it's worth a visit if you've never been. However, with that being said, if you live close to either 8th Avenue Chinatown or Manhattan, you're going to see the old familiars with very high price tags. I came here with an open mind, and although I think I will pass on the pastries next time, I will give their teas a go. For my first visit today, I opted to get the egg tart ($3.50), and the ham and cheese bolo bao ($8!!!!!). I must say, I was pretty content with the egg tart. It was not overly sweet, was still warm, and had a lovely custard texture; would definitely try this again when the mood struck me. There is a clear difference with these egg tarts in comparison to what you might get at Lily Bloom, or other well known places, but I did enjoy it. The ham and cheese bolo bao was, as another review commented, can absolutely be replicated cheaper from the comforts of your own home. The bao itself can be bought on 8th Avenue Chinatown for around $2.50, and I can get my own cold cuts and pop it in the toaster. It did take some time for them to prepare this, which was a bit frustrating since I stopped by prior to clocking in at work. Was it worth $8? Absolutely not. As another reviewer stated, no one mentioned the punch card either to me. I noticed it on the counter as I waited for the bolo bao to finish toasting, and took one. I asked to have it punched before leaving, and that was that. I was kinda surprised that the staff didn't try to make more of an appoint to ask if I knew about the punch card while I ordered, since I'm clearly not a regular, but I guess if you don't ask, you don't get. Hipsters and transplants seem to love it here, and looks like the vibe is definitely chill and laid back, but if you're looking to get that real Chinatown pastry taste you've been craving, here might not be it. read more
1 year ago
Matcha latte was not great. I liked the black sesame cold foam but the matcha itself was not strong and was completely overpowered. My friend actually threw hers out. read more
Nice spot to WFC (work from coffee shop)- enough space, good options for food, and nice number of outlets! Had issues with wifi so had to hotspot but still had a good work session. Enjoyed an iced ginger latte. I asked for it to be reduced in sweetness and I'm glad I did because it was still a bit sweet. It was more milky than I'm used to as well so if you prefer stronger coffee maybe opt for an extra espresso. Loved the ham and cheese bolo. It was delicious! Think I'll have to start making these at home. Noting that their pastries are purchased from a bakery in chinatown so you can probably get them cheaper if you want to enjoy them at home as well :) read more
4 years ago
A really cute cafe with Asian roots! I really loved the amount of detail put into the decor. There are lanterns hanging all around, and the metal tables are really reminiscent of small Asian mom-and-pop restaurants. There's also a back room with a mahjong table (not sure if they have a mahjong set), and a circular table with a glass top--very reflective of yum cha dining rooms. As an Asian-American, the place really made me feel at home. I've had their matcha latte and hojicha maple lattes. Sadly, they were really overpowered by the milk, so I'd like to give it another try with a request to have less milk. I also had the ham and cheese pineapple bao, which was delicious! I thought the bao could definitely be fluffier, but it was overall a great snack. Excited to be back! I have my eye on the ham and cheese twist bread, which I use to eat all the time with my nai nai as a kid :) read more
2 years ago
A Hong Kong-style cafe as well as a gorgeous creative space that radiates major vintage vibes with their neon-filled decor. They are serving some of my favorite childhood classics like egg tarts and bolo bao. Dont forget to check out their monthly held events! read more
I had an amazing study and work session here. Everyone was friendly and the pastries and coffee was amazing. The vibe and ambiance of the back was dark lit with led and old Asian newspapers. It was very cool. It also had a front and outdoor seating which was a lot brighter. read more
I've been here a handful of times and it's such a cute and unique cafe! The interior decor, especially the back room with the neon signs and plastic chairs are inspired by Temple Street in Hong Kong. The front of the cafe is more of a typical cafe and you can grab all the classics with your milk of choice. When I went recently I grabbed a spiced cardamom latte, an egg tart, and a lemon jam bun. The pastries are going to be a little pricier than what you'd expect in Chinatown but they're great all the same. Service here is pretty efficient and I've never had a bad experience. They also somewhat regularly have little art and food related pop ups that pay homage to their Asian American roots. read more
Great local coffee shop! They have a good variety of coffee and tea-based drinks, including seasonal specials and a good assortment of pastries - all with an Asian influence. My favorite is the red bean bun. I love the style, decor, and attention to detail. The space is quite big, with small tables in the main room and some additional seating in the back, which is a little dark.. better-suited for events, and also a couple of tables out in the front. Having read about the story of how this place came to life, I'm impressed by the two young Asian women who successfully run this place. I recommend checking it out if you happen to be in the area! read more
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