very nice staff and delicious food. I ordered the breakfast burrito and sweet potatoe fried & would…read morehighly recommend!!

Great coffee and vibes for such a small place. I would say as well there is great hosts and service…read morein general is inviting

Was there ever a Cafe 1668 in Stapleton in the early teens? I can't believe this isn't a mistake as…read morethere was such a place I think on Greenwich St in Tribeca. The photos look like they could be from there, but maybe way back in the most vital days of NYC Stapleton was on the map with such a trendy place. One can only hope someone has such a vision and starts something like this here! What an inspiration. Meanwhile for now this remains a mystery, perhaps an homage to a bygone era, or just a fantasy. We will never know.

The coffee is good and the sheep are cute - Kaffe 1668 is an ideal location to sit down with some…read moremood lighting, enjoy some good tunes, and read a book. Setting (5/5): the interior of this place is simple and chic with a focus on sheep. There is a good amount of seating and tables that can fit four comfortably. If you need chill study vibes, I would definitely check this place out. Drinks (5/5): I got the mocha and really enjoyed it! It had a rich, but not too sweet chocolate taste and it wasn't bitter. The little latte design on top was also a nice touch. And I think that summary of their coffee being rich and slightly sweet is reflective of their other drinks too (my friend got the Americano and agreed that it had a natural sweet taste too it). Also I will say their music choices are great and it's not too noisy here so you can have a nice chat or really dive deep into a book or email here.

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!

Amazing pastries, great little cafe. I'm upset though that pigeons and crows can't get along…read more Chrissy and Sal said I need to take it up with you guys

Great chai latte, great spinach feta pastry. Welcoming staff. Neat bathroom when I was desperate?…read morePriceless! I will be back. They are also on the TooGoodToGo app.

Best Coffee Shop 117 Water Street…read moreStaten Island, NY "Looking for a little tea (coffee) and sympathy? Or just plain good abundant servings? Best Coffee Shop is a little piece of HEAVEN on Staten Island, located 5 min from the SI Ferry on Water St, off Bay St.. Family owned and operated with TLC+. Excellent homemade soups and some fabu Greek specialties. You will become addicted to the family atmosphere & attention to detail. The family owned and operated business has a feeling of welcoming you into their home dining room. Prices are low to modest and the homemade apple turnovers & cheescake is to die for! The coffee is very delicous here, never burned and always super fresh! Maria & Manny are your hosts! Visit between 7am-5pm Mondays to Saturdays. To quote co-owner Maria, " We cook the way WE love to eat, with love & abundance". ***** Best Coffee Shop ***** 117 Water Street, Staten Island, NY (across from Stapleton Library & Park, near Bay St. 5 min from SI Ferry)"

I love Greek food and was told these guys made some excellent dishes! I was told right, and have…read morebeen enjoying their food ever since! They make ALL their dishes in a delicious, fresh and delightful manner! I love this joint!!!!!

The perfect blend between a coffee shop and a diner/food court vibe. You order at the counter and…read moretake a number to your seating. The order is brought out to you but that is the only table service you receive. You collect your own napkins and utensils from the station located near the restroom, and you toss out your trash. PROS: - no stairs, easy entrance for those who use walkers, wheel chairs, strollers, etc. - expansive menu including hot food options, milkshakes, etc. (more than just a coffee shop menu) - cool vibe, antique decor, string lighting and variety of heights for seating options (high top tables, standard tables, couches, etc) - amazing bakery selection including novelty cakes; authentic and professional CONS: - sometimes lacks available seating, especially on weekends - sometimes lacks available parking, especially on weekends - could use better ongoing table clean up My go to drink is the iced toffee coffee. My go to breakfast is the yogurt & honey which is a generous portion. I also enjoy the potato peppers & eggs. For lunch they have an expansive salad menu. I really enjoy the Mediterranean salad (which used to be called the Israeli salad). This is a family friendly establishment. Always fun to take a stroll through the antique store which you can access from the dining establishment.

The hot chocolate and the pastry were delicious! The place…read moreis cozy and very inviting, with the thrift store where you could appreciate antique and particular things in it. I recommend it!!

I've been coming to the sweet shop bakery for a year now and can't say enough about this little…read morecozy bakery. My personal happy place to come and enjoy one of my many favorites, toasted brick oven rolls with butter and a tall hazel nut latte. Always enjoy their tasty Italian breads made right there on the premises, as well as all their pastries and cakes. Customer services is top notch and the music is great. I ordered my daughters bridal shower cookies and everyone enjoyed them. I look forward to going to the sweet shop on weekends, never disappointed. If you're in the neighborhood come in and enjoy the coffee of the day and try their breads, and assorted pastries. Thank you, Sweet Shop Bakery Maria

So many tasty treats. Always fresh. Great neighborhood business. They made a graduation cake…read moreexactly like the photo I gave them. Delicious cake!

This was my third visit to Bean & Leaves, and they continue to absolutely amaze me every single…read moretime! The pastries are consistently a highlight - always incredibly fresh, perfectly made, and so delicious. Beyond the amazing food, the employees are wonderfully friendly and do an excellent job keeping the entire place spotlessly clean. I adore the atmosphere here; it's so cozy and cute, making it the perfect spot whether I want to surf the web, catch up with a friend, dive into a book, or just enjoy a coffee. Speaking of enjoying things, their menu is fantastic! I recently had the waffles with strawberries, chocolate syrup, and tons of whipped cream - the portion was huge and every bite was absolutely mouthwatering. Bean & Leaves is a true gem! Please stop by if you're in the area, you can thank me later. *wink, wink* Oh, and Free Wifi is always a plus!

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.

You'd never know from how unassuming it is from the outside, but what a great place! You've got to…read moregive them a try. This was our first time and we tried the Bacon, Egg, and Cheese Sandwich, the KOVA Breakfast, and spicy fries. We both asked for our eggs to be cooked medium and they were probably the closest to over medium we've ever received at a restaurant! Most of the time, they end up coming out over easy, so this shows their attention to detail. The food was absolutely delicious. We also tried an iced matcha and iced lavender mocha coffee, both of which were very good. The inside of this place is very clean and chic. I also enjoyed the coffee-shop-type background music they play. We are not from the area, but if we are back in the area, we will definitely be stopping by for another visit.

Créme brûlée latte and orange tea were delicious. The kova latte was essentially matcha and…read moreespresso, with strong matcha notes. We also ordered spicy fries without the spicy sauce and I was in love with them. They are seasoned so well, definitely didn't need any sort of condiment. The bacon is described as Canadian but it seems to be the regular thin cut. The waffles were also amazing, not too sweet. Not as much seating as you'd expect but the wait wasn't long. Cute atmosphere for brunch