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Makina Cafe

4.3 (12 reviews)

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Amy N.

Ethiopian eats on Governor's Island! Cute cafe with outdoor seating on a grassy field under lots of shade. The kids played some connect four while we waited for our food. Really loved their beef tips wrap! Extremely flavorful tender beef pieces with a creamy spicy sauce, the lettuce added a balancing cool texture. We also shared the beef tibs and chicken rice bowls.

Ale A.

Great customer service. Can't go wrong with a wrap sandwich. Ambiance is great because you can seat down and the view of Statue of Liberty.

Half chicken and half beef bowl.
Jany R.

Quick little update: I tried half chicken and half beef for my bowl. It looked a little different so I was missing things last time and just didn't know. Spicy Lentils were included, they gave the texture it needed that I mentioned in my initial review. The chicken is more flavorful than the steak is but both were really good. Maybe it was a different cook, there was only one man running the whole thing, including the kitchen! Kudos to him.

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Delicious food and great service! The Makina wrap and French fries were so good. My go to on Governor's Island.

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Tadaima - Hojicha latte

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4.8(93 reviews)
2.4 mi•Sunset Park
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Months overdue- we were at Industry City for Vinylcon back in June…read more Sweet and tiny store serving up nothing but delights! Brought home coffee beans and beautiful teas as souvenirs and enjoyed lovely beverages. Pay attention to the hours. Line up quietly outside. Enjoy the peace when you get inside and appreciate the owners dedication. Tadaima is a one woman show featuring Brooklyn made items. Support local, even when you're out of town. Support women!

Here's a polished review that keeps your warm, honest style while making it easy to read and…read morehelpful for Yelp readers. --- Finally got to try **Tadaima Japanese Bakery** in Industry City (Building 5, 2nd floor), and I can see why people line up! They have limited hours and tend to sell out quickly, so on a Saturday I arrived around **11:40 AM**, about 20 minutes before opening, and was one of the first three customers inside (their maximum occupancy). This isn't a place to grab a quick coffee. The owner carefully prepares each drink by hand, so expect to wait about **30-60 minutes** if there's a line. I waited around 10-15 minutes after ordering, but honestly didn't mind because the space is so calm and peaceful. While waiting, I enjoyed browsing the aroma mists, smelling the candles, and just soaking in the serene atmosphere. It's the perfect spot if you're looking for a quiet moment by yourself. For drinks, I really enjoyed the **Black Sesame Latte**. It has espresso and was smooth, light, and well-balanced. I also tried the **Matcha Maple Latte**. The matcha itself tasted like excellent quality, but next time I'd skip the maple syrup since I prefer my drinks less sweet. We also sampled several pastries: * **Hojicha Cookie** - Soft and moist with melty chocolate chips. One of my favorites. * **Coffee Caramel Cookie** - Great if you love coffee. It had a rich, bold coffee flavor. * **Black Sesame Madeleine** - Nice black sesame flavor, though I would have loved a little more butter to make it even more moist. * **Yuzu Cake** - Beautifully decorated with an edible flower and packed with bright yuzu flavor. The cake was on the drier side though. * **Chocolate Cake** - Wonderfully moist and satisfying. The drinks were around **$8.50** each, and the cookies were about **$4** each, so it's definitely on the pricier side. For my Asian palate, most of the pastries leaned a bit sweeter than I prefer, but the drinks were excellent and clearly made with high-quality ingredients. Overall, this is a lovely place to treat yourself once in a while. Come for the peaceful atmosphere, thoughtfully crafted drinks, and beautiful pastries.

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Cafe Kestrel - Scallops

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4.7(18 reviews)
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Excellent, excellent food, and often very good service. If only the pretty bar was till there. They…read moretook it out to accommodate more seats, but I think that was a mistake. It gave the tiny place character and was a very sweet, more private place to eat, especially for a solo diner. The garden is a very nice addition, though. Favorites include the plump shrimp with generous relish and mayo for dipping, the burger (probably one of the best we've eaten), and outstanding fries.

Fantastic date spot in Red Hook. Small nook with great ambiance and top-tier service…read more Started off with a couple of dirty martinis ($20 each) and the bread and butter, which was honestly insane. The scallops were really delicious as well--just a heads-up that it's a smaller portion with only two on the plate, so perfect for a single bite each if you're sharing. The radicchio salad was fine, though didn't leave as much of a lasting impression compared to the rest of the meal. The absolute highlight was the swordfish over ratatouille--hands down the best swordfish I've ever had. On the flip side, we split the burger and it was a total miss for us. Way overly salted, heavily sauced, and felt like it was trying too hard to be fancy; we couldn't even finish it. Luckily, we ended on a high note: the apricot dessert was super sophisticated, out of this world, and an absolute must-order. All in all, skip the burger, order the swordfish and dessert, and enjoy a great night out in Red Hook!

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