Roots is my favorite cafe in South Park Slope/Greenwood. Their coffee is fresh and high quality, staff is very friendly. They have many delicious options for food with pastries, muffins, and hot food options. The seating is very comfortable and welcoming environment. I really like that they have vegan options such as the Taibbi sandwich, Jamie's burrito, pastries, and non-dairy milk. My only critique is that the vegan scramble in the vegan burrito is a little bitter and I suspect it's because there's a little too much turmeric or other spice in the spice mix. This is a leftover from the previous owners of the cafe. My recommendation for restaurants making a tofu scramble would be tone down the turmeric (it's mostly only for color), add nutritional yeast, cumin, and a little black salt. The mix recipe from the Post Punk Kitchen is a great starter base with a lot of flavor. read more

Breakfast burrito and sandwiches were absolutely delicious and the mocha is one of the best I have had! Employees were super freindly and the place was cozy and adorable. read more

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A super cute hidden gem in Park Slope! All of the staff is very friendly and welcoming. The food and drinks are great, and arrive very quickly. It is a great place to go for a quick, delicious breakfast or lunch. read more

Great place for coffee. I drop by for a cappuccino every time I visit my daughter and grandson who lives on 20Th Street. Relaxing ambience and pleasant staff. read more

The food was tasty, service was great and ambiance was so cute! I will definitely be back! read more

Roots Cafe - Borderline burrito and salted caramel latte. Everything was great and service was excellent - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Got the Taibi. Very yummy. The green goddess dressing makes it. Very friendly atmosphere. Good service. Great bread. Even the music is nice here read more

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Super cute neighborhood cafe, cozy and eclectic. Great pit stop if you need a drink while walking around the neighborhood or just want to pause for a moment, although narrow, Roots has plenty of seating! The barista was really friendly and my drink was excellent too; I tried the iced coco americano (americano with coconut water) and don't knock it til you try it. It's so refreshing and hydrating in this very hot summer! I will certainly be back! read more

Roots Cafe - iced coco americano - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here for a quick bite and thought the place was so cute! Food was really good and light! Got an iced cappuccino which thought was good too! It's a very small spot so keep that in mind. read more

Roots Cafe - The Johnny and Breakfast Sammie - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This is a great place with quality coffee to hang for a while to do some work and grab a bite! I needed a place to work for a few hours on a weekday and I was happy to find that roots had multiple tables and some outlets available. Cafes often only sell pastries and nibbles, so I really like that they have a more hefty food menu. I really enjoyed my breakfast burrito- it was a generous portion This is definitely one of my go to cafes in the neighborhood now- check it out! read more

Roots Cafe - Roots burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This place was cute! I love a chai and some ambiance :) Great people, good snacks, nice drinks. Def try this place if in the neighborhood.

I'm Mexican. I lived in Arizona for a decade. So while burritos aren't really Mexican food to me (they're not a thing in Mexico City anyway), breakfast burritos are most certainly southwestern to me and I built up very high standards after those 10 years in the desert state. With that preface, the breakfast burrito here was good, but not mind blowing. Good breakfast burritos in New York are hard to come by - to this day, I can't think of a single one that matches anything in Arizona. But this one was good. It was definitely above average in the NYC breakfast burrito lineup. I'm still searching for the one though. Friendly service though and a few seats outside which is great. read more

Nice, small and cozy spot to get coffee. The turkey Cuban I ordered was pretty good. I also ordered a cold brew and then added a splash of oat milk. Wasn't too strong but managed to wake my jetlag self up. I loved the art pieces that adorned the wall that were also for sale too. read more

Roots Cafe - Turkey Cuban - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I came here on Sunday around noon. It's a cute small place with neighborhood vibes. I got 2 slices of the lemon cake, and 2 slices of the banana chocolate bread. This placed seems lovely and I'd definitely give it the benefit of the doubt. The energy of the staff was slightly off-putting, but maybe they were just having a rough morning. Anyway, would definitely try this place again! read more

Lovely place :) I order egg burrito , americano and more stuff haha everything is very very delicious. They are cool people and friendly. My new favorite spot after gym. read more

Roots Cafe - I meant to take a pic before I ate it :) - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

My go to spot in the neighborhood. Coffee is great and they have lots of vegetarian options for food too. Staff is super nice and I love the living room vibe inside read more

I love this place. I get coffee and vegan burritos. The owner is so friendly. I love this eclectic coffee shop. They have a variety of coffee flavors. read more

Delicious coffee in a creative and cozy setting. It's small, but my friend and I were still able to find a quiet spot to catch up in. And they have a printing service! Can't remember the name of it, but you can send document files ahead and print for a small fee. read more

I enjoy sauntering over to this place during lazy mornings. I especially like the community feel. However, to echo what others have mentioned, their customer service leaves much to be desired. Each time I stand at the counter waiting to order, it's a mystery what I will get. Typically, it's a blank "why are you standing here" stare followed by a reluctant hello. I always feel unwelcome by the baristas who always seem to be engaged in some sort of intense personal conversation which I am interrupting by asking for a latte. A smile or even a "Hi there, What can I get started for you?" Would really go a long way to keep in theme with your welcoming "community" vibe. read more

I was excited for this place because I'm a new vegan to the area and the reviews were pretty great. Unfortunately, I left extremely disappointed. The restaurant is very cute, small, and stylish. I appreciated the music and the decor for sure. I ordered a vegan sandwich with avocado, lettuce, tomato, cucumber and vegan cheese. I wanted to stick to the way the order was prepared (in a wrap) but due to dietary restrictions I couldn't. As I was trying to think of an alternate option, one of the servers offered the idea for me to get it as a bowl which I thought was pretty good given the circumstances. When my order was called it wasn't made clear that I wanted it to go which was fine. I had no problem waiting. What I didn't realize (not the employees) was that they didn't have to-go containers. After a couple minutes of searching, they asked if they could instead put the salad, into two soup containers. Of course, I said yes because I had no option since I had to leave. When the salad was brought to me, it was in ONE, 16 oz soup cup. Yes, you read correctly. A "full salad" in a soup cup. I cannot believe this was something they even thought was a good idea. The green goddess dressing was good, I will say that but honestly, I just can't believe I was given SALAD in a soup cup. Yes. A picture is attached here so you all can see. I will definitely never be returning. read more

Roots Cafe - 16 0z SALAD container - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I'm disappointed with roots cafe. Recent visits, some staff behave as if I'm inconveniencing them. I've been the recipient of passive aggressive comments more then once. Second, their hours constantly change. Sometimes I get there at the listed opening hour, and their still opening and not ready for service. Further, they are consistently out of the vegan scones. When I ask why, I'm told the baker didn't deliver it (happened twice in the past couple of months). All this is really frustrating when I go out of my way to visit (don't live near by) only to leave disappointed. When they get it right, it's a great place because they are so vegan friendly and some of the staff have been incredibly sweet. Just today I showed up at 8 am. They were running around setting up seating, so I patiently waited. When I got their attention, I asked for the vegan scone. I was told the baker didn't deliver it today. After some friendly back and forth with a very kind barista, I left. On my way out, another staff member said in a passive aggressive tone, we're out of that pastry-as if my asking and wanting to know more was problematic. So, I've given up on this place because it's not reliable. Here is one idea in case the cafe reads this: List the pastries online and indicate if their sold out or unavailable. This way I'd know not to make the trip and/or order ahead if I knew it was available. I know these are tough times for small business, so I write this hesitantly. When their on and the shelves are stocked, roots is a great local spot. I just want to know if what I love is available, and that I'm valued as a customer. read more

So I ordered a Jamey vegan burrito and paid the ridiculous $3 to add vegan sausage to the burrito and it was so burnt that I actually felt compelled to write this review. If you're going to charge so much for an extra, please make sure it's edible. I don't think I'll be spending money here anymore.. read more

Roots Cafe - Burnt sausage added to Jamey's Vegan Burrito - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Well.. I thought I ordered from the root hill cafe. This was the best mistake I ever made, yummy!!! And super nice staff. read more

Roots Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Found a gem. Felt super cozy. So glad I came across this spot. It's a cute and quirky little space that takes you far from the feelings of an over crowded city. Coming back. read more

Really delicious cold brew and friendly staff. Place is super cozy, quaint even. And the staff is super friendly. I'm not the type to want to strike up a conversation with the person from the back, but it's nice that they ask who you are and remember your orders. Haven't tried the food, but the coffee is always worth it. My favorite morning place before I start remote work read more

Roots Cafe - Cute little pictures - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Roots Cafe is very small, and completely awesome. They have some of the most comfortable couches I've ever sat on in a place of business.* I actually want to live in here, and I'm not the only one who feels this way. People were just making up excuses to come hang out. "Did I leave my wallet here? No? Oh weird, there it is, in my back pocket. Who would've thought. I guess I'll just sit in this chair for the next two hours." When I started looking at the menu, one of the guys engaged in conversation behind me jumped behind the counter. I asked him if he had a favorite sandwich. The answer was matter-of-fact, "No. They are all amazing." As it turned out, he was not remotely fucking around. I ordered the BBQ Bird. Turkey, cheddar, onions, sweet relish & BBQ sauce on a half-wrap, half-pita sort of thing. As he made it, the guy sang along to "Here Comes the Sun" by the Beatles. And honestly, it was prophetic, because when this sandwich arrived, it was pretty much exactly like the sun. It warmed my soul, improved my mood, provided me with Vitamin D,** sustained life on this planet, and in about 5 billion years, intense thermal pulsations will most likely cause it to throw off its outer layers, forming a planetary nebula. It was messy and fantastic. I should note that there was some sort of Doritos Party Mix loose in the sandwich bag. I poured it all over myself because I didn't realize it was in there. I'm not even mad about it though, because it was a nice gesture. ________ *Getting down to business somewhere does not automatically make it a place of business. **I'm actually not sure if this sandwich contains Vitamin D. Don't quote me on that. read more

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Excellent espresso drinks, pastries and sandwiches made to order. Plenty for vegetarians and vegans. I especially recommend the beet humus wrap! They make the most out of a narrow space with tables for two, and there's a nice courtyard in the back (not accessible). Wear insect repellent! Gender neutral restroom. Friendly service, and pay cash if you can, though they don't make a fuss about cards. It's not the easiest area for parking, but there's excellent public transit! read more

I feel so hipster when I come here but I don't care because bohemians, locals and young families is another vibe I get and that I give... Ethiopian afro with highlights and with toddler in tow and all lol. The food is awesome... it feels like a time warp into simpler times when people actually cooked from scratch with natural ingredients. No matter what you eat or drink they make it so that it is a warming comfort to your soul. I have had peppermint mocha and the grits and left feeling like singing, "yellow is the color of her energy." They want you to feel cozy here, so the dim lights of vintage lamps and round Christmas bulb lights does an excellent job of achieving that. You feel like you could be in an old bookstore or antique store. Every single customer in here seemed to be there for the long haul with their laptops and fat books. I bet a lot of study sessions and work gets done here. The workers are personable and welcoming to seal the deal. read more

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Stumbled upon this cafe early September while walking around the neighborhood (and to Green Wood Cemetery haha). I love the ambiance of this cafe and I bet pre-COVID this would make a good study spot. The workers here are nice and the latte I got was delicious. I absolutely love the decor as well. Service was friendly and efficient. I will come back! read more

Friendly staff, delicious coffee. I also love the decor. I love spending time looking at everything they have on the walls and shelves. Oh and the breakfast items are always scrumptious! read more

Roots Cafe - Yum. Maple Butter Latte w/ a side of... my gum. Sorry lol. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Great new spot on 5th ave! Great atmosphere, people, great coffee and delicious egg sandwiches! Recommended by me, a coffee snob. Had to add for those looking... 8/27/18.. The Johnny at Roots cafe.. On the borders of Park Slope.. defying the 15$ Park Slope breakfast sandwich by charging $6.50... Delicious biscuit too.. love you guys for this.. and the coffee.. and the consistent cool nice people serving it up. read more

Roots, my love. Roots Cafe is one of the top reasons I strongly consider moving to NY, specifically Brooklyn, on a weekly basis. I was visiting a friend in NY and one morning he suggested we stop at this unsuspecting coffee shop before heading to the city. Walking in...I had 0 expectations. It literally looks like a co-op you'd find in Berkeley, CA. Looks were extremely deceiving with this place... I ordered a cold brew and a breakfast burrito. Both blew me away, but the burrito in particular. Everybody always says you can't get good Mexican food outside of Mexico/LA, but Roots knows what it's doing and it seems like it's one of the best kept secrets in Brooklyn. I went back to Roots a couple days later and ordered another cold brew and it was just as great as the first time I had it. Also the crowd is super cute and hipstery and nobody is on their phones. Just young Brooklyn residents lounging with their coffees reading books. I am anxiously awaiting my next NY trip just so I can come here again. read more

Roots Cafe - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The staff is always so friendly here. The iced caramel latte is always on point and the ambiance gives brooklyn to a T. 10/10 recommend

Delicious, fresh and easy food with healthy/local/vegan options. The staff is super nice and their outdoor area is very pleasant for a street-side dining area on a busy street! I really love their back patio too, it is very cozy and quiet and perfect place for sitting and working on your laptop. All staff follows all Covid-19 guidelines and they also operate as a food pantry and provide many resources for their neighbors - they held a back to school drive recently too. I highly recommend Roots Cafe for a coffee (my fav is the coconut water americano) and a yummy healthy lunch! Also, the sandwiches and burritos are huge! Both times I've ordered lunch there it has lasted me for two meals. read more

Very cozy, hipster vibe. Friendly and fast service. Their coffee is fresh and wholesome - can't say the same about their pastries (you can get the same croissant from Costco). They have outdoor seating out in the front on the street and a few tables indoors that you can sit at if you give your contact info for COVID tracing. There's music playing in the background and a line to order drinks, but it moves really quickly. I tried the maple butter latte, and it was delicious (but definitely buttery - I was surprised to see they actually took out a stick of butter to prepare it). read more

Perfect cafe & laptop vibe. Stumptown roasters beans...didn't try the sweets but they looked great.

Great local spot to relax and enjoy fresh coffee and really delicious egg and cheddar Sammie!!

Small local cafe. Get a lot of good vibes coming here. You are treated like family, the coffee is great the food is tasty and the place just fun to visit read more

We are currently in a rough spot regarding mobility from our homes to our favorite restaurants. My grandmother has always told me about Roots as one of her favorite brunch cafes since she has moved to Brooklyn. Unfortunately since COVID-19 has struck my grandmother has not been able to go on her Wednesday morning strolls with the end of those walks ending with a cup of coffee from roots. Although, luckily roots has provided a service where elderly couples such as my grandparents receive snacks, coffee, and quarantine essentials. It is truly an amazing deed that this restaurant is doing for the community. Now I don't really give many 5 star reviews but for a restaurant that helps my grandparents in a time where they can't live their normal lives is heart warming. Thank you Roots for helping and making my grandmothers week. The smallest acts of kindness make her heart melt. Thank you. read more

Update 8/28/17: their hours are not accurate on VM and on yelp. Says theyre open til 5pm on Monday but i stopped by today at 3:50pm and the gates were halfway down. I peeped in to ask the staff inside if they were open and he said no. Walked there for nothing.. Wow! Im so blown away from my first visit here today. Was in the mood for some good food after a workout, and the yelp pictures lured me here. Once inside, its a small cafe with people working on their laptops along both sides of the wall. I was greeted immediately by the friendly female staff at the front. She offered some suggestions since it was my first visit. She basically said everything was yummy on the menu. I ended up getting the Roots burrito with ham added. When i got my food, it was piping hot but smelled so so good. I took my first bite and pretty much downed half the sandwich within mins. It was SO yummy. Girl was right! Sandwich had black bean spread (i didnt think i would like it much but its so so so good!!!), avocado, eggs, cheese, ham.. idk if there were more but so delicious. I immediately took the other half to go cos i wanted to bring it home for my bf. But too bad he left for work already so i ate the other half when i got home LOL. Im so happy I found this place and will definitely be back for more yummy food!!! Also really liked their super cute magnets for sale on the wall. Five stars for food, service and atmosphere! Yay!! read more

A cute and cozy cafe. They have a wide variety of coffee and tea. The cookies and brownies up front at the counter are always fresh and trustworthy. I had the PBB sandwich today which is multigrain bread toasted with banana, peanut butter, cinnamon, and honey. It was a PB overload for less than $6. The staff is always extremely friendly and accommodating. It's comfortable in here despite the small space. I wish Roots was in a more central area. They would do so well on 7th Ave or PPW up the street. read more