Mia's has become my go-to for when I'm looking for a sweet treat or looking to gift someone some…read moresweet treats. Every item I've tried has been delicious. I keep on returning back for their flan. This time, I tried their fruit napoleon and it definitely hit the spot. Their cookies are also super fresh for gifting to folks or hosting. The spot itself is spacious and the service is wonderful. I like that they have outdoor seating as well for summer nights. It's become a regular spot for us when we're craving a sweet treat!

There are some places that become part of your family's story, and Mia's Bakery is one of ours…read more We've been coming since the day it opened on Smith Street, and everything we've tried, the rainbow cookies, the tres leches, the cheesecake, has been wonderful. But this review is about something bigger than dessert. The strawberry cheesecake here reminds me of my mom. It was her favorite, and it was one of the last desserts I got to share with her. Anytime she wanted a sweet treat, that's what she asked for. Ordering it now keeps me connected to her. This past July, on her 3rd birthday in heaven, I placed an order to celebrate her. The menu only had cherry cheesecake that day, so I wrote a note explaining what the strawberry meant to me. The staff didn't just make it happen, they sent an extra slice of strawberry cheesecake on top of it. That kind of thoughtfulness is rare. The people here have always been this kind. We love everyone who works there, and we're grateful for the small moments of care they've shown our family. Thank you for everything.

I have come here every time I crossed over into Williamsburg..it's a ritual at this point…read more Matcha is insanely good! So is Hojicha! I love that there's a kiosk so you can order your drink and customize sweetness/add ons, etc. Your order comes out quick too. Honestly just perfect set up. Easy smooth and delicious

This was another matcha shop that came up in our research as one of the top picks to try, so we…read moremade sure to swing by. Very small shop, almost no room to walk if someone else is coming out. They had two small tables inside that sat 2 people. You order off the kiosk and they make the drinks fairly quickly. It looks like they measure out the ounces so it's the same ratio every time. Even with this, I felt like there was so much milk compared to matcha. I also felt like the matcha itself wasn't very strong. Be careful when selecting your sizes - I usually just get the small/regular but my best friend is a matcha fanatic and she usually gets the large size. Nippon Cha really said LARGE because their size is a 32oz!!! So if you're not planning on drinking a quarter gallon, just get the regular!

Was waiting for a friend in the area and decided to grab a snack while waiting. Had the curry…read morecroquet and the iced hojicha and enjoyed them both and it was less than $6.50. Clean and they have restrooms for customers. I saw people getting onigiri and it seemed popular. There's limited seating and some standing room at tables.

I wanted to try this bakery since it got great reviews. There's other locations in Manhattan but I…read morewent to the one on Bushwick. There is a lot of options to choose from in this bakery. Sweet and savory. From noodles to ongiris to dessert to cookies this place is amazing. I can't imagine you couldn't find something in here to eat. I got a beef curry bun, beef yakiniku roll, Kinpira (burdock root), sesame tuile cookie and a tiramisu coffee roll. Everything looked fresh and everything did taste good. The sesame cookie was delicious. I would definitely go back again if I'm in the area or try the other location in Manhattan.

I saw that they added new items on their menu and decided to try their Awa Hojicha and the…read moreSparkling Yuzu Float. The Awa Hojicha was more like a dessert rather than a drink and it was also served with a spoon. The foam was firm and creamy, with just the right amount of sweetness while the hojicha flavor still came through. The kanten jelly added more texture with subtle tea flavor and was actually my favorite part. The Sparkling Yuzu Float was super refreshing, especially paired with the vanilla ice cream. It wasn't overly sweet, and the carbonation gave it a light, crisp finish that made it perfect for a hot summer day. I would happily return for these 2 drinks in the future.

Located inside a little Japanese shopping center food court. We came on a Sunday evening, and it…read morewasn't busy! Service was quick. In another world had we not consumed 3 matcha lattes today already, we would've tried the matcha mochi ice cream. Instead, we got the hojicha mochi ice cream. It was still super yummy, the mochi was so stretchy and soft and the hojicha tea taste was strong! There were jellies and red bean at the bottom too which I wasn't expecting, so it was a pleasant surprise! Only downside is that it was super messy and difficult to eat.

3.75 It's been a few years since I went here. I remembered…read moregetting a large chocolatey sundae which I needed to share with one of my sons. This time, we took the F train to Carroll St, walked by a quiet residential area and some busier streets. We ordered and paid by the entrance, given a number and looked for seats. Tables for 4, and along the long counter in the front area; small counter for 3, and 2 round tables in the back, where the restroom also is. Got a reg scoop of Coffee bean- small scoop, with specks of coffee; and a Warm brownie sundae - small for the price of almost $17- 1 regular scoop of ice cream, flanked by brownie (was good, soft and warm), covered with fudge. Asked for whipped cream and cherry on the side. Missing the shaved chocolate. Atmosphere is not lively for a soda fountain but I loved the decor/old pharmacy items. Employees were just working, with straight-faces/no smiles.

We came here on a recent summer Sunday afternoon on a whim after reading some positive reviews of…read morethe place as we were in the neighborhood. We ordered the egg cream (as it was award winning according to their wall), the black and white milk shake and coffee. The black and white milk shake was definitely the best of what we ordered. It was fresh and had a homemade taste. The chocolate had a richness to it. I would definitely come back to try the other items on the menu like the sundae. The place itself has a rather old timey vibe to it, which makes it quaint. The service was fast and friendly. If you're in the area I would definitely recommend checking out Brooklyn Farmacy.

Late night full service coffee with the nicest staff and fantastic dessert…read more Qahwah House is a homey coffee shop that honors Yemeni roots, culture and tradition in the decor and curated menu. We got the Khaliat Almahi- heat it up!! alongside two teas. Service was fast and the honeycomb dessert just melts in your mouth.

Excellent Spring Day!…read more Lunch with Female friends from Finland today! I had the 2 Vegetable Sambosa's and 1 Cheese Sambosa ( see photo ) for Lunch in Williamsburg, Brooklyn Food = 8.5 Delicious.., however very small size portions.., I've tasted larger Middle Eastern Sambosa's in my hometown Chicago. Also, they don't serve sandwiches.., Muffins., Danish's.., or Cookies..,typical Cafe foods. Service = 9.5 Staff speak broken english.., however their very helpful, and professional. Ambience = 10. Quiet Arabic music plays in background.., NOT LOUD at all. You can have a corporate meeting, with 5 or 8 people.., and DON'T HAVE to raise your voice. Very spacious Cafe with over 15 tables for labtop.., and working on the go......, with FREE WIFI‼

I failed to make note on our reservation that we would be enjoying dinner here for my birthday, so…read morewhen we arrived, we were shown a less than stellar table without that amazing view. I asked if there was any way to fix this, and right away, the hostess brought us to another table with a much better view of that magnificent manhattan skyline and river. Then the food. Omg the food. We each ordered our main, after which they bring out an enormous tray of all these lovely nibble salads, pickles, dips, and pita. I don't eat wheat, and haven't my entire life, so I usually don't say anything about it if it seems to me the place doesn't cater to that sort of restriction. The server noticed however, and offered sliced cucumbers for the dips. Such a lovely detail, brava. Did I mention how deeeeeeeelicious everything was? Hubby had the steak shishlika which was perfectly tender and charred at once. I had the chicken shishlika which was good, but not the wow of the steak. Each and every salad, dip, pickle etc was perfectly spiced, cooked, presented. The nuances were just right. Nothing too precious or sideways. Just honest, well built yummy food. And the fries. You MUST get the fries. We ordered the tahini ranch along with the tahini catsup. In my opinion, that wasn't necessary. But if you're a ranch lover, go for it. Then the dessert! Soft serve with a cherry reduction and some kind of flourless chocolate brownie... I don't need to say more. The service was excellent. The food delicious. The view was perfect, though no one celebrated the sun going down like I was told they do. We will go back, with four or more so we can finish all the food. We left way too much behind since we were heading out after and not home. Lesson learned: laser wolf is a great celebration/date night venue for all the right reasons. But go with a larger party, not just two.

Laser Wolf Went to…read morean Israeli rooftop skewer restaurant in Brooklyn named after a wealthy butcher, a fictional character in the Tony award winning musical Fiddler on the Roof. Founding chef is a James Beard awardee. Wonderful literary references aside, I thoroughly enjoyed the meal. The assortment of unlimited salatim, Hebrew for salad, was enjoyable and easily filed me without the guilt of overeating. And the view of the Manhattan skyline from the restaurant is just splendid. And one caveat, this Israeli meal is my small reminder that we should never judge or be judged by the actions of governments or political leaders. Humanity is always bigger than politics. Hatred becomes dangerous when we stop seeing people as individuals and start judging entire groups. History has shown us where that can lead. This is a reminder to myself and to anyone seeking peace and love (Channeling George Harrison and John Lennon, still have a bit of beatlemania from my Liverpool trip ). Let's explore each other's culture to have a better understanding of the wonderful people behind each dish, poem, dance, painting, song, customs, etc... #curious_eater #peaceandlove

IM SUCH A SUCKER FOR CHOCOLATE CAKE!!!!!!!! AND THIS PLACE IS SO GOOD!!!!!…read more I actually googled best flourless chocolate cake in nyc and this popped up so I made the trek into Brooklyn and I must say, it was so worth it. It was my first time having flourless chocolate cake and I'm so pleasantly surprised :) The chocolate layer cake is moist, with the perfect amount of frosting. You really can't go wrong with a staple like this The flourless chocolate cake on the other hand, oh my goodness. It is soooooo decadent. If you're craving chocolate, like pure chocolate, I would recommend this. It is super rich and it comes w a raspberry sauce as well as whipped cream that pairs so perfectly. I got a side of fresh berries to eat with it and I would highly recommend doing so bc it adds a bit of freshness and cuts the richness!

It's never too crowded or empty when I visit. It's 'the chocolate room' but the smell of chocolate…read moredoesn't hit you in the face like a brick when you enter the shop. It's pleasant. The staff are nice, relaxed. It's a nice spot to get something to sip on and catch up with a friend. Get some cupcakes to go if there are any left.

Yessssss! On this Brooklyn food tour my friend curated for me this place was desert…read more And I can understand why this was chosen to be on my taste of Brooklyn tour. He said we were lucky enough to get there on a day when there was no line normally there's a line out of the shop and onto the block. We went in and there was nobody. But it is a Wednesday night in the fall. So why did we want ice cream anyway? This is such a cute little ice cream shop and I like how they don't have a Brazilian flavors but the ones they do have are super different. I got black cherry cardamom in a waffle cone. It was absolutely delicious. So I guess if you have friends come from outside the city, you should add this to your list.

Wow such an unexpected, unique ice cream shop you can only find in New York! Found it while walking…read morein boreum hill, and I was curious about malai ice cream. I was thinking to myself, could it be like Kulfi? Turns out yes! It's even better with the flavor assortment and consistency! They had fun combos like saffron pistacho, rose pistachio, mango and cream etc. we got the saffron pistacho and mango & cream split combo for $8.50 and hmmmm it was so good! Both flavors were distinct. I loved the mango one as it actually tasted like Indian mangoes and the pistacho one actually tasted like kulfi. The consistency is imo so much better than gelato. It's creamy and melts in your mouth. The ambiance is cosy, lots of people just hanging out like at a 3rd space. The attention to decor is really good, the walls and ceilings also have this classy look and feel. The service was great. They let me try 2 flavors, and my husband 1. You could also buy pints, if you'd like. Overall, 10/10 spot. Would 100% recommend!

The ice cream is genuinely some of the best I've had in the US...thick, smooth, and creamy, with…read morehigh-quality dark chocolate hot fudge. I was especially excited to try the special matcha panna, but by the time we arrived, almost everything served by the scoop, including the Matcha panna, had sold out. It would really help to have clear signage somewhere before customers join the line showing what's still available. Once you reach the counter, sold-out items were only marked sold out on the regular menu, with stickers over them, so it was hard to know what to expect. I'm used to New York's brisk, no-frills service, but this felt worse than that. The staff came across as genuinely unwelcoming and our overall impression was that the focus was on getting people to order and move along as quickly as possible. The ice cream is exceptional, but the availability information and customer service could be much better. It will always get five stars for an exceptional hard product.

This place is overhyped given the line, limited availability, and unwelcoming staff for average ice…read morecream. Save your time and spend your money on other scoops Went on a Sunday evening 1.5 hours before they closed to find a very long line around the block. The wait ended up as 45 minutes. About 20 minutes in, a staff member yelled out to the line some type of announcement that the soft serve was not available (and a handful of people left). Evidently many other regular ice cream flavors were also sold out and unavailable by the time I got to see a menu. The signage is poor and ideally before people get in line, it should be clear what is available or not. There are tiny paper print outs for ice cream flavors visible in select places on the wall. When the line was snaking around I had to ask someone if I could see a copy of the menu and take a photo on my phone so I could review. When I got to the cashier I asked for a recommendation based on the few flavors that were left. She had no helpful input about the chocolate or the red flag sweet cream and when I asked what size corresponded to what price (since it was not labeled) she seemed to roll her eyes and responded. I chose the red flag sweet cream ice cream, which was supposed to have strawberry swirl and graham crackers but it didn't seem to have much of that noticeable at all. The positive about the scoops is that two toppings are included - and the panna whipped cream is good. Unfortunately whomever scooped my cup added a disproportionate strawberry that sauce caused my ice cream to be drowned and melt faster. It caused my cup to be unbalanced with the overly sweet sauce topping too. I hope they can improve their operations, availability, and staff training.