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Food/drinks: yum! I tried the salep with a shot of espresso, it's like chai without sweetness and less spice. Also got a Turkish bagel, which was okay! I would try the burek next time There's different kinds of Turkish pastries + bagels to choose from Atmosphere: verryyyyy cute. There's 2-3 back tables for working and some seating with small tables in the front + outside Service: good & friendly Price: normal for NY
I absolutely adore this cafe and their drink menu that changes seasonally. There is seating in the back as well as outside in front. They strike a nice balance of laptop use by banning it for most, but not all, tables on weekends. Allowed at all tables on the weekdays. Its positioning on the street means there's tons of great daylight that hits the outside seating so even during cold seasons it can be usable. This is one of my favorite features. I'm writing this review for a specific reason. The only thing is that I implore the owner to reconsider the artwork. It really ruins the neighborhood vibe by having Bored Ape Yacht Club / NFT / generative AI art everywhere. It really cheapens the experience. I think it would be lovely if they leaned into their roots with some real Turkish artists. I love their more small-cafe touches like dried pampas grass in repurposed wine bottles. But having so many TV screens of this art disrupts the cozy neighborhood vibe.
This review is not for the coffee. Similar to some other reviews, the place is cute, but food & drink was a bit underwhelming. There's a lot of coffee shops nearby and I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to come here. The inside is small, no seating. However, there are a few tables outside that are perfect when the weather is nice. I ordered an iced matcha with oat milk. I've had worse and I've had better - it leaned more towards the grassy flavor profile, but not bitter. It was watery though which I didn't like. Food-wise, I wouldn't come just for the food. It's a bit underwhelming. I got the mini feta roll - I would skip. Feta texture was rubbery, even warmed up. Baklava was ok, but would skip. The spinach feta pastry was pretty good - salty & buttery and the pastry was nice & flaky.
I think the ambience of this place is excellent. It is an ideal coffee shop to work out of. The service was also very quick and good. But of course, the most important part... coffee was not very strong. An iced latte with oat milk ran me just over $8 dollars before tip. I don't know how many espresso shots they're pulling for their standard latte but I can tell you it's not enough.
Lion's Milk is a small coffee shop tucked in Williamsburg with such nice indoor and outdoor seating. I found myself walking in for a hot coffee on a rainy day. The space was filled with folks working from home and chatting about work. I got a flat white which blew me away- the coffee was bold and so smooth. The lighting in the space and music was very relaxing and chill. I highly recommend a visit. They have plenty of seating, if it's nice out I bet the backyard area would be so nice to sit and yap
I'm a bus away from Williamsburg and usually work remotely, so I decided to come here to do work on a Monday afternoon. This is my second time visiting, as my first visit was on a Saturday and they don't allow laptops on the weekends. During both visits, the drinks were just okay. On the Saturday visit, I got an Iced Oat Matcha Latte. I found the matcha to be rather powdery. There was way more oat milk than matcha too, so the flavor wasn't very potent. During this recent visit, I got an Iced Chai. Again, the milk ratio was overwhelming so the chai flavor didn't stand out. The next time I come back, I'd probably opt for a coffee-based drink. However, the ambiance was very nice. My first time visiting, I just got my drink and went, but this time around, I was able to sit down indoors and do work for a couple of hours until near close. The wi-fi was reliable, but it was hard to find a seat that was close to an outlet, especially since a lot of the table spaces were shared. A nice place to work, but I'd suggest coming earlier if you want to camp out and work all day. Otherwise, it's a nice place to stop by with a friend for coffee and a chat.
Ordered: Iced Vanilla Oat Latte (~$8): includes ice (+50¢), vanilla syrup (+50¢), and oat milk (+$1) Aya's take: Cozy cafe with a decent amount of seating in the back. I also didn't realize it was an NFT cafe but the artwork makes more sense now. ~$8 is a bit steep for a latte but I will say it was exceptionally made. The espresso was rich and smooth, the vanilla syrup gave it a subtle sweetness, and the oat milk made it creamy. I didn't understand the charge for getting the latte iced but after the first sip, I found it worth a try. I'm not sure if this would be my go-to due to price and proximity, but if you're in the area, this is a great stop for your caffeine fix.
Cute place, but for me the food just missed the mark. We had the simit & borek & neither one were very impressive sadly. I also tried the Salep for the first time. I hadn't had it before so I don't have anything to compare it to, but it was good!
I did not realize this was an NFT cafe until it was pointed out to me which really threw me off. Overall, light airy interior mostly white and glass which is a nice feel! I went around 11 am on Sunday and it wasn't too crowded but there were definitely people. I ordered an iced coffee and immediately upon picking it up I knew it would be way too milky. It seemed only to have one shot of espresso when it was clearly more than 8 oz. Seems like they are a pastry joint so perhaps worth coming for the food another time!
It's a cute cafe, but a little disappointed with the drinks. Also note that they have wifi, but no laptops on the weekend. Plenty of seating in the back though, it wasn't hard to find a seat on the weekend around noon. Service was ok. Salep ($6) - I was so excited to try this since I've been searching for it since I tried it back in Istanbul way back when. This one tasted super milky and lightly like chai and cinnamon. The flavor was too light and the consistency wasn't as thick as I remembered.
Really yummy coffee and unique Turkish pastries. There's a decent amount of seating inside and outside
Stopped for the first time with a friend today and grabbed a table outside (there's a good bit of outdoor seating). The iced coffee I got was perfection, especially on a hot day. I thought the vegan chocolate chip banana bread I got was a little pricey for the size, at almost $6. But, it tasted nice and homemade, and it wasn't overly sweet. I'd like to come back and try some of the pastries they have on offer. My friend realized there's a little outdoor area out the back just as we were leaving, so I'd come back and check that out too. FYI no dogs allowed inside, and there was a sign up saying no cash, and no laptops allowed on weekends.
2 months ago
A lovely spot for Turkish eats -- especially love the back patio, plus a deceptively large seating area inside. The Spinach and Feta Bureka and Ube Loaf were my personal favorites. read more
1 month ago
Great lattes and Turkish coffee. They know their coffees. Don't skip the Turkish coffee. It's worth a sample alongside a latte. Beats espresso. read more
This place is the absolute best. The service is so friendly and amazing--really makes you feel at home! The drinks are very good, and the workspace is unmatched with several very large tables and great lighting. They also have TWO outdoor spaces as well for good weather. read more
Food/drinks: yum! I tried the salep with a shot of espresso, it's like chai without sweetness and less spice. Also got a Turkish bagel, which was okay! I would try the burek next time There's different kinds of Turkish pastries + bagels to choose from Atmosphere: verryyyyy cute. There's 2-3 back tables for working and some seating with small tables in the front + outside Service: good & friendly Price: normal for NY read more
10 months ago
I absolutely adore this cafe and their drink menu that changes seasonally. There is seating in the back as well as outside in front. They strike a nice balance of laptop use by banning it for most, but not all, tables on weekends. Allowed at all tables on the weekdays. Its positioning on the street means there's tons of great daylight that hits the outside seating so even during cold seasons it can be usable. This is one of my favorite features. I'm writing this review for a specific reason. The only thing is that I implore the owner to reconsider the artwork. It really ruins the neighborhood vibe by having Bored Ape Yacht Club / NFT / generative AI art everywhere. It really cheapens the experience. I think it would be lovely if they leaned into their roots with some real Turkish artists. I love their more small-cafe touches like dried pampas grass in repurposed wine bottles. But having so many TV screens of this art disrupts the cozy neighborhood vibe. read more
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This review is not for the coffee. Similar to some other reviews, the place is cute, but food & drink was a bit underwhelming. There's a lot of coffee shops nearby and I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to come here. The inside is small, no seating. However, there are a few tables outside that are perfect when the weather is nice. I ordered an iced matcha with oat milk. I've had worse and I've had better - it leaned more towards the grassy flavor profile, but not bitter. It was watery though which I didn't like. Food-wise, I wouldn't come just for the food. It's a bit underwhelming. I got the mini feta roll - I would skip. Feta texture was rubbery, even warmed up. Baklava was ok, but would skip. The spinach feta pastry was pretty good - salty & buttery and the pastry was nice & flaky. read more
I think the ambience of this place is excellent. It is an ideal coffee shop to work out of. The service was also very quick and good. But of course, the most important part... coffee was not very strong. An iced latte with oat milk ran me just over $8 dollars before tip. I don't know how many espresso shots they're pulling for their standard latte but I can tell you it's not enough. read more
1 year ago
Lion's Milk is a small coffee shop tucked in Williamsburg with such nice indoor and outdoor seating. I found myself walking in for a hot coffee on a rainy day. The space was filled with folks working from home and chatting about work. I got a flat white which blew me away- the coffee was bold and so smooth. The lighting in the space and music was very relaxing and chill. I highly recommend a visit. They have plenty of seating, if it's nice out I bet the backyard area would be so nice to sit and yap read more
I'm a bus away from Williamsburg and usually work remotely, so I decided to come here to do work on a Monday afternoon. This is my second time visiting, as my first visit was on a Saturday and they don't allow laptops on the weekends. During both visits, the drinks were just okay. On the Saturday visit, I got an Iced Oat Matcha Latte. I found the matcha to be rather powdery. There was way more oat milk than matcha too, so the flavor wasn't very potent. During this recent visit, I got an Iced Chai. Again, the milk ratio was overwhelming so the chai flavor didn't stand out. The next time I come back, I'd probably opt for a coffee-based drink. However, the ambiance was very nice. My first time visiting, I just got my drink and went, but this time around, I was able to sit down indoors and do work for a couple of hours until near close. The wi-fi was reliable, but it was hard to find a seat that was close to an outlet, especially since a lot of the table spaces were shared. A nice place to work, but I'd suggest coming earlier if you want to camp out and work all day. Otherwise, it's a nice place to stop by with a friend for coffee and a chat. read more
9 months ago
Ordered: Iced Vanilla Oat Latte (~$8): includes ice (+50¢), vanilla syrup (+50¢), and oat milk (+$1) Aya's take: Cozy cafe with a decent amount of seating in the back. I also didn't realize it was an NFT cafe but the artwork makes more sense now. ~$8 is a bit steep for a latte but I will say it was exceptionally made. The espresso was rich and smooth, the vanilla syrup gave it a subtle sweetness, and the oat milk made it creamy. I didn't understand the charge for getting the latte iced but after the first sip, I found it worth a try. I'm not sure if this would be my go-to due to price and proximity, but if you're in the area, this is a great stop for your caffeine fix. read more
2 years ago
Cute place, but for me the food just missed the mark. We had the simit & borek & neither one were very impressive sadly. I also tried the Salep for the first time. I hadn't had it before so I don't have anything to compare it to, but it was good! read more
2 years ago
I did not realize this was an NFT cafe until it was pointed out to me which really threw me off. Overall, light airy interior mostly white and glass which is a nice feel! I went around 11 am on Sunday and it wasn't too crowded but there were definitely people. I ordered an iced coffee and immediately upon picking it up I knew it would be way too milky. It seemed only to have one shot of espresso when it was clearly more than 8 oz. Seems like they are a pastry joint so perhaps worth coming for the food another time! read more
It's a cute cafe, but a little disappointed with the drinks. Also note that they have wifi, but no laptops on the weekend. Plenty of seating in the back though, it wasn't hard to find a seat on the weekend around noon. Service was ok. Salep ($6) - I was so excited to try this since I've been searching for it since I tried it back in Istanbul way back when. This one tasted super milky and lightly like chai and cinnamon. The flavor was too light and the consistency wasn't as thick as I remembered. read more
Stopped for the first time with a friend today and grabbed a table outside (there's a good bit of outdoor seating). The iced coffee I got was perfection, especially on a hot day. I thought the vegan chocolate chip banana bread I got was a little pricey for the size, at almost $6. But, it tasted nice and homemade, and it wasn't overly sweet. I'd like to come back and try some of the pastries they have on offer. My friend realized there's a little outdoor area out the back just as we were leaving, so I'd come back and check that out too. FYI no dogs allowed inside, and there was a sign up saying no cash, and no laptops allowed on weekends. read more
This coffee shop is super cute! I got a vanilla latte and it was yummy. It wasn't too sweet. There isn't a ton of seating. There's a counter with some bar stools. There are also some tables but it's more communal so you'd have to share seating. read more
Update! Finally got to try their pastries and they were excellent! The iced coffee wasn't bad either. Got an iced coffee with the mushroom/tomato pastry, the spinach borek, and the olive sandwich - each were really tasty and hit the spot. The only downsides were 1) the Turkish coffee was lukewarm and 2) the outdoor backyard seating is a bit cramped. Would come again! Also looks like a good spot to work remotely for a few hours. read more
Nice cozy cafe with the sun drenched on the outdoor seating area in front. There are also covered booth tables decorated cutely. We ordered two oat mochas, which were delicious, and a tomato, basil, goat cheese sandwich which was also surprisingly simple and tasty. It was a quick visit but I could see it as a place to have a full lunch or work session. read more
Great little coffee spot with a Turkish twist. The iced coffee was really tasty. I saw others getting the Turkish coffee which will surely offer an extra jolt to wake up in the morning. The spinach and feta borek was served warm, flaky, and delicious. Courteous service too. Small spot but there is some seating in the back, a backyard patio, and a really nice street side hut with cool Euro music playing from the speakers. Perfect on a cool Sunday morning. read more
4 years ago
Cute spot with great outdoor seating (adequate for big groups). Their specialty is Turkish coffee - they also had Turkish delight! I was happy to finally try it since reading about it in Narnia :) My latte was good. Pricing is pretty "average" for city pricing. We got a nice spot and got some work done for a little! They have Wi-Fi and bathrooms in the back. read more
5 years ago
Been here a few times, unintentionally, it's always during the fall time. Something about this coffee shop makes you gravitate towards it when the Halloween/Christmas lights go up and you're in the mood to wrap your cold hands around a warm mug of latte. We came here on a Sunday evening, about 30 mins before closing time. They were cleaning up but they were still serving so we got ourselves a turmeric latte with oat milk for me, a cappuccino for my husband and a feta roll for my daughter. They were nice enough to offer free Turkish delight sweets with our order. We sat at their outdoor space on the sidewalk. The turmeric latte comes without any sweetener so I recommend you add some or ask them for it. The Turkish delight was truly delightful, it was mango/passion fruit flavored. We spent some time drinking our coffee even though they were closing up. They didn't push us up finish up. In fact, we saw another customer walk up to see if they were open, and they decided to serve her too, which I thought was nice of them. If you're in the neighborhood, check them out. Really nice folk and a really decent menu. read more
5 years ago
Lion's Milk is a cute little Turkish cafe and bar in Williamsburg. I came in on a weekday afternoon and got the spinach and cheese burek, beef gozleme, and an iced chai. Everything was awesome, particularly the burek. I knocked off a star because they charged me for the almond milk and the ice in my drink (ice, really?) without telling me, which irked me. I'd come back for dinner and to try their baklava. read more
3 years ago
Amazing great cappuccinos and lattes! Very cute back area. Service was very friendly! Can't wait to come back read more
i've wanted to try lions milk for a while! the space is nice as it's much deeper on the inside and filled with warm lights the food/drinks: baklava was VERY sweet and very small??? i wouldn't get it again probably but the chai was very yummy! my friend also had one of their house special drinks that tasted like steamed milk and it was so good on a cold day space: very warm and nice communal table read more
If only because this is the single place I can find anywhere near NY that serves sahlep, Lion's Milk deserves 5 stars! If only they also had a wider assortment of baklava, this cute little shop would take me back to Karakoy in full. I don't believe the breads are baked on premises, but they have a wide assortment of Turkish baked treats, my favorite of which was the mushroom-sundried tomato gozleme. read more
3 years ago
LOVED this Turkish cafe: excellent food, good vibes, great service. Came in and got a spinach and cheese Turkish borek and an iced tea and was impressed. The borek was excellent: flaky dough with a flavorful and light filling that hit the spot. The tea I got was freshly brewed, and pretty strong which was exactly what I needed. Service was fast and pretty friendly. Some outdoor but mostly indoor seating. Good for working and for chilling. TLDR: definitely check this place out you won't regret it :) read more
3 years ago
Such a cute spot!! So much indoor and outdoor seating. Friendly staff. Super high quality lattes. Very tasty. Great spot to work from too read more
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