This is one of my go-to spots in Crown Heights. Everyone who works here is really nice and the food…read moreis amazing. My faves are the pancakes (they come with dulce de leche butter!) and the crispy eggplant sandwich. Great coffee and I also love the horchata. Highly recommended

Yummy fluffy pancakes! I loved the dulce de leche butter top, they were so airy and only needed a…read moredrizzle of syrup. The bacon was nice and crispy, the eggs were flavorful. The star is really the pancakes, the eggs and bacon are good but nothing you couldn't get from another cafe or diner. The reason I'm giving it 4 stars is because it was so expensive!! I know this is NYC but $20 for run of the mill pancakes eggs and bacon from a coffee shop feels kind of insane to me. I remember this the last time I went here for the kimchi fried rice, but it's always a good amount of food but not a generous portion for just slightly too much. Even if they knocked a couple dollars off I'd feel better. Yummy, but I live right nearby and this is one reason I don't find myself stopping by as much as I should.

This place was delightful. Came with my daughter for an afternoon lunch on a summer afternoon and…read moreeverything was great. Lots of fun choices on the menu at appropriate prices. I had the arepas with carnitas, she had the mac and cheese with kielbasa. We were both super happy. Service was efficient, the restaurant was pretty, bright and well air conditioned. We would definitely recommend and would definitely return.

Cant believe I've never heard of this gem before. Great for a weekday breakfast brunch. The staff…read moreis very friendly and accommodating to our big party. DO get the skillet pancakes, they will absolutely change your life. Just the right amount of sweetness without being overbearing. I also had the inside out truffle bun which was slightly sweet and very strong truffle flavor. Amazing mimosas as well - they have both passion fruit and orange juice base!

Polly's is a humble little spot on a quiet tree-lined street. There is a reason this place is so…read morepopular. Delicious iced coffee and seasonal drinks. Their baked goods are the best--their buckwheat scone is mildly sweet and earthy. Their sandwiches can't be beat. I HATE BLT's. They are usually presented as triangles of toasted whole wheat bread with limp iceberg lettuce, barely a tomato and a sliver of bacon with too much mayo. Everything I do not want. But at Polly's...the humble BLT becomes an art form. They get the bread correct first of all--a delicious toasted ciabatta spread modestly with a gently garlicked mayo. Sharp, nutty micro greens and arugula instead of pointless iceberg, thick tomato slices, avocado and oh yes, bacon. That is a sandwich done right. This place is well beloved by the locals so it's best to arrive early if you still want that chocolate croissant!

'Nestled in the heart of Brooklyn, located steps away from the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, our cozy…read morecafe offers a warm and inviting atmosphere paired with exceptional coffee and delicious bites. With a focus on community and comfort, we provide a haven for locals and visitors alike to relax, recharge' As my curiosity leads me to explore new coffee places, the one common thread I see is the focus on community. The cafes, coffee bars and eateries who recognize the need to connect are the real entrepreneurs. Polly's Cafe patrons are sipping coffee drinks made with La Colombe and devouring Balthazar pastries. As I waited to order my cold brew, the conversations ran the gamut from school, work, summer travel plans, catching up. I know I sound like a broken record, but today it is so much more than just grabbing a cup of coffee. It is unwinding, savoring each sip and bite with a friend or partner and just enjoying the connection. Polly's Cafe reminds me of a cafe one would find in the Hudson Valley: small, quaint and offering high end food. The interior is cozy, a few tables and a backyard garden. The menu packs a small punch: hot/cold beverages, breakfast burritos, BLT, salads and so much more. I waited around 10 minutes to order a cold brew, the pastries (croissants: chocolate, everything, goat cheese and herb, ham and cheese, butter, sticky toffee banana bread, chocolate babka crumb cake, brownies)were sold out and only olive oil cake remained. ( I arrived @2pm) I made a mental note to revisit to pack a few goodies to go for a future BBG visit. Polly's Cafe 766 Classon Avenue 10 minute walk from Brooklyn Botanic Garden 2nd location: 241 Rogers Avenue

Went at around 9 am on a Friday…read more Got a table inside easily. My SEC took awhile to come out. But it was soo good. The sausage and egg ratio was bizarre (thin sausage, thick egg) and if you have an egg texture aversion I'd say avoid this sandwich. But I was pleasantly surprised and enjoyed it. The cinnamon roll IS as good as they say. My latte was yummy but my friend had the coffee frappe thing and it was even better!

I randomly came here after lunch in the area. There was a line but it moved quickly…read more I got three things to try: the key lime pie, the Twix like shortbread and the limoncello cake. They were all decently sized and pretty good with a few nit-picky thoughts . I thought the key lime pie crust and the shortbread could've been more butter forward. The limoncello had the perfect amount of lemon and the cake was moist, but the buttercream frosting tasted stiff and not as smooth as I would've liked. Overall a good spot for dessert, but doesn't quite shine in a place like NYC with many amazing bakeries.

This diner is one of the last classic diners left in Brooklyn where you get that Mom and Pop…read moreexperience. It's a throwback to a lot of diners that I grew up going to in the '80s and '90s. No TVs. Just tables, plates and the sounds of people eating. The service is friendly, fast and efficient. If you're trying to eat here I would not recommend going on the weekends or Fridays late because it gets full and there's a line of people waiting to go inside to sit down and eat. There is a limited amount of seating. It is a smaller diner. They have counter seating, booths and then they have a small roll of two seater tables in the middle. There was also some limited seating outside, I would not recommend this place for large parties, 2-4 max. Five within 5 minutes of me sitting down and ordering. I already had my food and everything was made to order. It was hot. It was fresh. It was delicious. I had the corned beef hash and eggs with grits butter and a croissant coffee and orange juice. The prices are very good too, look to spend between $11-$25 per person. Please note this place is cash only. They do not accept any form of card or tap to pay. There's an ATM by the front door. **(EDIT: Someone has let me know they do take cards now, I dunno cuz I didn't ask when the bill came I just paid cash...find out for yourself )** My only critique of this place is that it's too small. I'm 6'4 and when I sit down to eat my arms elbows and sometimes my legs are constantly hitting the waders as they walk by or bumping into people as I turned. I ended up sitting in the middle row of tables with the two seats, unfortunately that was the only place that I could sit. I ended up apologizing to a lot of people for hitting them. The bathroom is also a tight. But you will still enjoy this place. You'll enjoy it even more if you're average size and not extra large like me.

Food is great Service is ok, gotta make eye contact for a…read morewhile I guess before you're approached It's a crowded diner because of its popularity so be prepared to wait for a table.

Luckily I found this place through yelp. The owner Jack is very friendly and proud of where he gets…read morehis grits down south. The food here is delicious and the pulled pork sandwich was really tasty. There are Asian influences in some of the southern dishes just as adding mushrooms in the grits which everyone should get. There is a nice little bar and outdoor seating here. They play cool music as well.

Barista MATT was so helpful and kind and my latte and brownie were delicious. What a welcoming and…read morecomfortable environment with quick fast service and helpful! Thank you for helping me in a jam, and the music selection was great too

Everything was great! I ordered the tuna salad sandwich. It was a really good open faced sandwich…read morewith fresh sliced grapes and red cabbage. I got an oat latte that was perfect and then tried the puff-puff donuts with guava. Good vibes. A lot of people work on their laptops here.

Amazing location in the middle of bedstuy, right by HVK park. This is a cute little coffee/lunch…read morespot with lots of food options. On a sweltering hot day, I ordered the steak and eggs bowl at only $14 and a sparkling soda. The bowl had more sweet potato and salad than steak than I was expecting, but was still a delicious lunch option. Service moves pretty quick. I just wish they had ac bc the fans were not doing it

Friendly and helpful staff. The food was delicious! Fresh ingredients. The oat pancakes with jam…read morewas my favorite dish! The hash browns were also great!

Such an adorable neighborhood cafe! The staff were such gems and it was such a cozy vibe inside…read morewith crayons on the tables to color with. The egg katsu sandwich was a standout with the egg perfectly fried and the texture coming together. The hashbrown was also very unique and delicious. We also split the pancakes and some of their in house baked goods. Overall such a cute spot and will be back!