Fantastic tamales de mole -- the verde are a little too hot for me…read more Also do NOT miss the cheesecake -- a fluffy delight. Friendly help, tho' English is wobbly.

Food/Drink 10/10 they always hit it out the ballpark fresh, adjustable sweetness and my kids can't…read moreever get enough of their boba. I go for the peach green tea and it amazing. Service it's good I feel they could pay more attention to giving out napkins and bagging food. We've tried the chicken sandwich with cucumbers it perfect, various pastries, and the kids always order the waffles which are made to order and again 10/10 Ambiance Very cute and clean!

Visited the Staten Island location right by the ferry, which, for some reason, doesn't seem to have…read morethis location on Yelp because it's under Bake Culture? Even though it was cold, I decided to get the Coconut Durian Slush, which I really liked, even though I've never tried Durian before. My friend got the Oolong Tea to keep him warm. They also have bakery items, which look really good, so I might stop by again to try. They have a lot of options when it comes to flavors. Definitely worth checking out if you're a bubble tea person!

So happy to see the new owner was a former employee of the previous establishment. Phenomenal…read moreservice & even better coffee. I love the decor & cute ambiance of a small cafe. Definitely a place to check out if you're in the area!

Stopped in to caffeinate while visiting the area. The place is very nice & clean. The staff were…read morevery nice and the coffee was great. They have a huge selection of homemade classic pastries as well as authentic Italian pastries. Looking forward to going back.

This bakery isn't bad at all. They open so early and is so convenient for those who have to get up…read moreearly and want something hot and warm. This is the place. They specialize in Mexican pastries which are delish. Service is fast.

Come here almost every day with my son. The pan dulce is one of the best things I've ever had. So…read moregood. So friendly. Extremely hard working employees. Highly recommend this neighborhood treat :)

I only went here a handful of times, but when I first discovered it, I really sang their praises…read more Their breads are genuinely good, and some of the Dream Cakes can be delicious when they're done right. Unfortunately, I found the quality inconsistent. I recently tried the Dubai chocolate-inspired Dream Cake and it honestly tasted like almost nothing. I also tried the cheesecake with strawberry topping, and the cheesecake was extremely dense while the topping tasted canned rather than fresh. The staff has always been very kind and welcoming, which makes this even more disappointing to write. What ultimately made me decide not to return was seeing political cupcakes displayed after the presidential election. Regardless of political beliefs, I personally feel businesses should stay neutral because politics are so divisive and can alienate customers on either side, especially in a diverse area like Staten Island's North Shore. It completely changed the feeling of the place for me, and I haven't gone back since. I truly wish the staff and bakery well, but overall I left disappointed.

The service is impeccable and if you go, you should also try their dream cakes.. the rainbow cookie…read moredream cake is amazing

This little hole in the wall deli has the one of the best tacos on Staten Island! Im a taco snob…read moreso listen to what IM telling you! They have chicken tacos, meat tacos and veggie tacos!! And they make their own tortillas in the kitchen and you can see them coon everything from scratch!! Really authentic!

This place has amazing service, owner is very friendly. They have fantastic food for very cheap…read moreprice. They have so many Mexican products. I recommend everyone to go and buy.

I want to come back to review this place when I've given it more thought…read more ETG's as magnificent as they come when it comes to community resources -- nice tea selection and a well-curated bookstore -- check out their events / sign up to the newsletter!

I'm in love with used bookstores, and so glad that I was introduced to this gem!…read more Not going to lie - I didn't expect to find a business like this in Staten Island, but I'm glad this borough continues to surprise me in all good ways. I'd expect to see this bookstore cafe in somewhere like in Ogunquit, Burlington, Bar Harbor, Austin, or Asheville? Super cute place with an interesting, eclectic selection of used books. They have a little coffee shop/cafe at the front - and there's an area where they have talks and live music on certain days. The people who work there are so incredibly friendly and helpful. I think there's a cute little outdoor area, but it was closed last time I visited. Hope to drop by here next time I'm in Staten Island!

For starters, I would like to point out that I am not from Staten Island and it was a mission to…read morefind a reliable and good cake boutique! I majority depend on Yelp considering I am not a local Staten Islander. I came across Jackie and I was sold by her extensive photo gallery on her website and the wonderful reviews. I spoke with Frank, he set up the appointments to meet with Jackie. We were given her undivided attention and got a chance to taste the many scrumptious variety of flavors. We reached out to shake hands after an agreement and she in turn gave us hugs which was very touching. I felt like we were family at that point. She took every detail and created my perfect engagement cake!

My fiancé and I stopped by today to do a cake testing and ask about pricing…read more We fell in love with Jackie and her husband. They treat you like family and the cake didn't stop flowing. She sat with us for an hour tasting cakes (at least 12 slices) and flipping through hundreds of her photos. We pieced together our favorite parts of a few cakes and we designed our own. The pricing is reasonable and cake was delicious! I completely trust her with our cake for our special day.I highly recommend this place. I will update this review with a picture of our cake.

We hired Beans & Leaves to provide a coffee bar for our daughter's engagement brunch, and they were…read moreabsolutely fantastic. The morning of our event there was snow on the ground, and Danielle, one of the owners, personally called early to confirm everything was still on. She shoveled herself out and drove in from New Jersey to make sure the coffee bar was set up and ready. That level of dedication and professionalism truly stood out. The coffee bar itself was a huge hit. They offered espresso drinks, cappuccinos, flavored lattes, oat milk options, and iced selections -- all made fresh to order. The quality was excellent and truly café-level, not just standard event coffee. The iced lattes were especially popular with our guests. The setup was polished and professional, the baristas were friendly and efficient, and it added such a fun, elevated touch to the brunch. If you're planning a wedding event, shower, or special celebration, I highly recommend Beans & Leaves. Exceptional service, delicious coffee, and a team that genuinely cares about your event.

So good! This is what I'd expect of a Staten Island local favorite. First off, the ambiance is…read morelow-key. Upon entering, I saw customers of all ages. One table had a group of senior women catching up; another of two kids enjoying their waffles; and a third of a customer enjoying her solitude with a book in hand. Interestingly, even with the low music, the acoustics made it difficult to hear the person I was with. There was so much chatter in the space! Still, I enjoyed my time. This was my first visit, so I asked the cashier what he'd recommend for toasts. What was suggested were the avocado toast or the ricotta with fig jam and arugula toast. I went for the latter! I paired it with a hibiscus/cranberry tea called Angel Fall Mist, apparently a fav among customers. All in all, the meal was delish!!! The fig jam was not too sweet and was complemented well by the ricotta cheese. $9 for the toast plus tax came out to $10.89. The tea total was $3.27. Pretty affordable, I'd say! If you're in the neighborhood, I highly recommend it!