The food here is delicious but many times I've come in a gotten a weird vibe. I waited at the front register for take out order. The woman came to the register and stood. No engagement. I asked for pastry. She asked if I wanted anything else. Item was placed on counter in front of me and the woman rang it up and walked away. No bag but at least she did provide a napkin. I just expect better customer service and a bag with the take out order. It was not crowded. Never had a conflict there, so baffled by the vibe. read more

I came here with a friend during lunchtime midweek. It was pretty empty, but my friend said she's seen it get pretty crowded on weekend brunch times where they have more brunch items on the menu. This place is a new gem to sunset park. I'm always excited for good coffee and food so I couldn't wait to try. I had an iced latte, chicken wrap with side salad, and home fries. My friend had the smoked salmon scramble and got a single scrambled egg for her toddler son. I enjoyed my wrap, it was satisfying and filling. The side salad was good too and took up a big part of my plate even though it's advertised as a "small" side salad. My friend said her salmon scramble was way too salty, but I guess that was from the smoked salmon. All in all I enjoyed the environment and food here, I will be back. read more

Cute neighborhood cafe with solid food. They have oat, almond, and soy for your nondairy options. Great spot to grab cafe to go or for a weekend brunch. It's a bit on the smaller side with limited outdoor seating, so it may be better for parties or 4 or less. read more

This restaurant caught us by surprise! True definition of hidden gem! It was relatively busy the morning of when we walked in. They offer a wide range of coffees, juices, shakes, etc! WHAT I NEED to try next time is their tasty looking selection of pastries. Their service was working at max speed as every employee was working so well in a knit tight environment. The restaurant had a great sense of energy from every worker. Their breakfast was delicious (I tried the salmon egg Benedict!!). Salmon Egg Benedict is a must fan for Benedict lovers! I had a wonderful experience at Slimak and am definitely coming back the next time I'm in the area. read more

Slimak - Salmon Egg Benedict - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

On my way to my art studio in Sunset Park, I happened upon this cute cafe on their second day of business. I popped in for lunch. Slimak's interior is clean and airy with a bunch of tables and booths and a counter toward the back. The owners were friendly and happy to see all the new customers. I ended up ordering a roasted Turkey Panini with sharp cheddar and a strawberry lemonade to go. They quickly prepared the order and packed my bag with a thank you slice of blueberry pie! The lemonade was perfect for a warm day. My sandwich was good. The bread a bit on the oily side, the lettuce had some iceberg spines that I could have done without and the salad was underdressed but overall I'm excited to go back. Also, the blueberry pie was fantastic. read more

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Currently nestled in the heart of R train construction, Slimak is a gem of Sunset Park. I loved how spacious it is, a wide array of food and drinks, but most of all the friendly staff. Everyone had smiles on their faces. The food was presented well and tasty , the latte strong and cold. The prices are reasonable for the area and typenof establishment. Will definitely come back. read more

A welcomed addition to a neighborhood sorely lacking in good brunch spots! First thing I noticed was the cleanliness of the place and the decor. Place was well lit and had great ventilation so we didn't smell like food after our meal. I ordered the quinoa ribeye hash with sweet potato and it was delicious! It's a smaller dish, so don't expect to feel like you just ate a gut busting meal. My gf ordered the ranchero burrito which I will make damn sure to order next time I come back. That was a legit breakfast burrito (of the Mexican pursuasian) that even had a decent serving of avocado. Avocado wasn't extra either. Let me repeat that. In this cafe, here in NYC, avocado is not an addition that requires extra $. Let that sink in. Soooo if you love avocado like I do, make sure you get that burrito. You're welcome. As for the coffee, it was great! I got a regular iced coffee and my gf got a iced latte (way better than mine...) They went great with the apple turnover that was given us for FREE by the end of the meal. But FYI the nice lady who gave it to us said they probably weren't going to sell it that day since it wasn't super busy. I can only assume that it was fresh in the morning and she was worried it would go to waste. Glad to have been of service mi'lady. Don't go expecting free pastries aight? read more

Slimak - Ranchero egg wrap - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Slimak is a cute little diner-style place. We've enjoyed most things we ordered from here (steak and eggs, Olga toast, monkey bread). The coffee is good. Service can be a little slow. read more

Slimak is an ok spot. The food is bland and confusing. Some of the combinations don't fit, and although I believe their interpretation of the specific dishes are good SOMEWHERE in the world, it's not good at Slimak. First, let's start with the feel of the place; it's a cozy environment much similar to Starbucks, but brighter. The restaurant layout is very open; not once did I feel overwhelmed by the crowds - there were many. The decor is modern-rustic with the tables being made of hard-wood-planks shaped in a geometric pattern and iron rods as light fixtures. In addition, the barista-ordering area kept the same theme; modern to destress wood and iron with subway tiles as a backsplash. Second, the menu: Slimak problems lie with its menu; it's too much - even the simplest of critics would take note of that. Some may enjoy the diverse choices, but on a busy Sunday morning when turnaround time per guest (order to food-on-table) is over 20 minutes, that's a problem. Condensing your choices to what your best sellers are (data found in Point of Sale system) would allow you to work more efficiently - they had over 50 menu options in a market that dictates 20 as being too much. Third, the food: the food was disappointing. We order the pulled pork opened face and the jalapeno cheddar baked biscuits with a weird sweet potato mash (it had chicken and sausage). The pulled pork opened face is a glorified eggs benedict, but the only difference, if you haven't guessed it, is the pulled pork. The dish was ok, but lacked seasoning in all individual components (eggs, hollandaise sauce, the pulled pork). The dish was dressed nicely. The jalapeno cheddar baked biscuits with the weird sweet potato mash was a disaster. As a disclaimer: I've had, before, an amazing fried chicken and sweet potato mash that was delightful; it wasn't the case at Slimak. That dish looked like Shrek vomited on the plate. It tasted like that too. The textures were poorly balanced, and although the biscuit helped, it missed another layer of crunch or hard ingredient to bring the dish together. The flavor was off putting - the sweetness of the sweet potato was overbearing. Forth, the coffee and drinks: we didn't indulge in coffee and instead went with our guilty pleasures - Nutella & Mexican Hot Chocolate. They were good, but stupidly over priced drinks. That's all I have to say. Fifth, the tip: I wish they allowed the option to tip after, because the tip is paid when ordering at the counter (first order and then food is delivered to your table). The wait time, plus the bland sub-par food warranted less of the tip I paid. Conclusion: Slimak is a over priced restaurant that exploits our generation's fascination with eating out and experiencing nothing (because it is what it is - wasting money to talk about how good of a waste it was). Slimak can be good, but fails because of it's confusing menu (too much). Update 1/19/2019: the business owner commented stating that my review was idiotic; not so true. It's honest - and absolutely true in that regard - it's quite in depth. I guess she's not used to brutally honest criticism. The food sucks. Starbucks is a coffee shop, so in truth, it's similar. Starbucks was mentioned because majority of people have not visited Slimak; the layout is very similar and was only mentioned for context. ¡¡¡¡¡We didn't say it was LIKE Starbucks. We said, "had similar cozy feel like Starbucks". Not even remotely close!!!!!!!!! If the owner took the time to read the full review, she'd take the criticism and adapt. Not all restaurants are good, and I refuse to sugar coat trash establishments. Shame on you owner. Be better. In addition, I'm quite familiar with your food, and truth be told.... McDonald's is better. read more

Slimak - Mexican and Nutella Hot Chocolate - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Sweet spot for coffee while in this area of Sunset Park. Very close to the Taco spot Tacos El Bronco, but they offer some nice food options here. Coffee beans were from Devocion, the machine is manual, and the barista was competent. Great price for a cortado. Slimak means slug in Slovakian which explains the snails read more

Slimak - Ginger Elixir Shot, Cortado - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I love this place. You never have to wait long for a table even if it's full. I recommend going at 8:30am before everyone else gets there so you can choose a table in the front. The menu is huge and all of the food is delicious -- sweet or savory, doesn't matter -- it's all great. They make fresh squeezed orange juice right in front of you and the lattes are amazing. read more

Very nice breakfast/brunch place. Our order was not processed and we waited for a long time but once I told the owner, they apologized and gave us a free croissant while our food was being cooked. The owner apologized repeatedly when our food was served and was very attentive to our needs throughout. The food was excellent! We ordered Smoked Salmon with Hash, Avocado Toast with Ham and Bacon, and Grilled Chicken Wrap. We liked the food a lot! The ambience was very relaxing too. So we will be back and will try some other dishes! :) read more

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Great, super tasty, and the friendliest staff! A great place for families, but also for people who want to enjoy a nice sunday morning in a vibrant place. highly recommended! read more

Slimak - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Not the cheapest spot, but they have some delicious breakfast, pastries, and coffee options. On our last visit I had the ranchero wrap which was super filling. The tomatillo salsa it came with complimented it beautifully. We also got a decadent s'mores brownie on the way out which was delicious (albeit completely unnecessary after that filling meal!). Their coffee is brewed well, and my friends swear by swinging by here for egg sandwiches on croissant and a coffee on busy weekends to take home. Just a note - order at the counter, the food will be brought to you :). read more

Great neighborhood spot in Sunset Park! Very good food and coffee, great for brunch. This is my girlfriend's go to spot for chilling and doing work on lazy Sundays. Highly recommend. read more

The food was amazing and delicious. Highly recommend you go eat there. Looked super clean and the workers are beyond friendly. The English muffin sandwich ( I don't remember which one it was exactly but it had bacon and avocado) was so good. The pancakes were so filling and delicious. read more

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This was one of my favorite brunch locations in Brooklyn. I have been a customer almost since this place was opened. I love the food and the owner is really nice. I noticed the rude customer service here and there especially when the owner isn't around and I've tried to ignore and assumed maybe they're having a bad day but after today 2/26/2023, I decided to NEVER set a food in this place. My kids don't like veggies or sauce on their sandwiches . I usually order for them a turkey sandwich with everything on the side "only plain turkey inside the sandwich" which is exactly what I ordered today. The cashier " who looks like he's new" asked another employee to come and help him enter my order .She was really frustrated that I was making a customized order ( I made an additional request for gluten-free bread for my allergic son). She asked me, " what do I want on the side?" I told her whatever in the sandwich except the turkey, I even had to explain that this order comes with cheese & onion and I DON'T want any of the extras in the sandwich but only on the side " she treated me like I should know their menu more than them". They brought the wrong orders ( regular orders, no customization applied). I asked the waiter to please correct my order, he brought me extra sides. I told him, this is NOT what I ordered and refused to accept them. After that, the same rude employee came and took our plates. She told me that I need to pay an extra charge for the new replacements!! This was the breaking point for me. I told her "why would I pay for a mistake you made"?? and asked to see the manager. It was really upsetting how she insisted that the order is correct, treating me Like I am unable to understand a simple order. I am wondering if she would say the same thing if I didn't have an "accent". It's unfortunate that some people assume you're not smart enough only because they hear you speak with an accent which what her attitude reflects. Ironically this is sunset park where English is almost a second language here. The manager offered to correct the orders but at this point, I completely lost my appetite. I told them to cancel the orders and left all our paid food untouched on the table including the other two omelets that we ordered.This was $116 brunch that we wasted (including the orders they didn't correct or refund). They already ruined my Sunday morning and I didn't want to ruin any additional moments that I should have been enjoying with my family. Finally, I don't wish for my review to negatively impact this employee. I just wish she learns to treat people with respect and for the management to address any issues that are causing this type of behavior when they're not around. read more

Had this on my list for a while Slimak takes you out of the neighborhood, offering a modern coffee shop vibe, a contrast to the busy streets outside. Walking in you'll see lots of seating , people working on laptops and others just enjoying their coffee. The food is good and comes out fast. No one bothers you. Noticed all the plates were chipped tho. read more

Great food but that blonde lady needs to chill. Every time I order she has something to say or some new additional charge. She's so stressful to speak to that now when I see her I just go home and order delivery instead. I hope she's not the owner because she's the worst. read more

Super happy with this place. Great food, great ambience, and will definitely come back read more

Slimak - Rancheros Burrito, Avocado Toast, Matcha and regular Latte. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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We came here on a Saturday morning before hitting to the Brooklyn flea (close by). It was sooooo good. Best value for money. We got the smoothie of the day (very delicious), the granola (very balanced and not too sweet), a waffle, croissant with eggs & bacon & a coffee. Everything came quick and was delicious. Friendly staff and clean place! read more

Slimak - Brunch - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This place is such a cute brunch spot to grab a bite and do work at. The foods delicious! I had the Belgian waffles with berries, avocado toast, home fries, and the muffin sandwich with bacon. Everything was on point! I will definitely be back to try out the other things on the menu read more

Slimak - Belgian waffle with berries, SO GOOD - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Went in today and ordered food and let me say the food is delicious however the ice coffee wasn't it and had to ask them to make it again but at the end it still wasn't good. The customer service was okk but the food spoke for its self read more

Great spot, close to Industry City. Ordered the rancho wrap which was good. Definitely come back next time. read more

Slimak - Rancho wrap - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Great place for breakfast, brunch or lunch. Food is Always fresh and tasty. Coffee is super strong. Great selection of pastries. Help yourself to some cucumber water while you wait for your order. The staff is always friendly. read more

Great food and service. Covid protocol on point. Indoor and outdoor dining. Terrific menu selection. Great pricing.

We were pleasantly surprised to find this restaurant in this location. When you're sitting inside you feel you're somewhere else. The decor is farmhouse industrial which is so cute. The food was delicious and the service was good. read more

Slimak - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I decided to try this place on Monday morning. I ordered a croissant with eggs, cheese, ham, avocado and the duck liver mousse. It took 30 minutes for the food to come out and the place wasn't even busy. There was only 1 table of two ahead of us so I was pretty surprised at how long we had to wait for such simple dishes. That's my only complaint. The girls working were very pleasant and nice. The food was good and filling. I ended up taking half of the croissant to go because it was heavier than I expected. The duck liver mousse would've definitely been better if the bread was toasted but it was still enjoyable. The space itself is brand new so it's really clean and that's always a plus. The neighborhood definitely needed a place like this! read more

Slimak - Duck liver mousse - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Excellent breakfast menu in a quiet, friendly environment. Good service and good quality.

This place is fantastic. I cannot say enough good things about it. Their food is fresh, high quality, healthy and delicious. Their deliveries come packed thoughtfully so nothing spills. They pay close attention to food modification requests. They are very kind on the phone and in person, too. I really love them. read more

This place is super unrated, you can tell it's good quality food for an amazing price, not to mention the food is AMAZING!

I bought an almond milk latte. The espresso was so flat and stale. I am doubtful that it was the company that roasts the coffee beans. I believe that it's the Shop that probably leaves the coffee out or doesn't spend the time and Care to maintain the integrity of the bean. I doubt that the cafe customers don't care though because they look like a bunch of boring basic moms and families or single women on their laptops that were cost out of park slope so they are venturing into the new frontier . The menu is a lame attempt to be sophisticated. The cafe seems to be geared towards residents of Harrisburg Pennsylvania . The menu is plain and makes sure to not offend anyone so it's completely boring. Yawn. The aesthetic looks like they went to bed bath and beyond and invested in the "brooklyn chic" look. This cafe welcomes the gentrifiers so they can feel "safe" in the otherwise interesting rich cultural haven that surrounds them. This cafe is shameless gentrification and pathetic in how it plowed through the neighborhood with its scrambled eggs. read more

This place is an oasis. Not only truly nice service but the food is a fantastic. The nabe is lucky to have this place. I had an omelette one day and a Cobb salad the next. Both were really nicely done. Coffee is super. If you're close, you need to go. read more

Awesome little addition to the neighborhood for breakfast and lunch foods. Before this, we only had Zona Sur in the immediate area (who now needs to step it up tbh) Diverse and eclectic brunch menu with both healthy and not-so-healthy options. Everything we've eaten here has been awesome - breakfast wraps, various sandwiches, salads, etc. Not to mention the PASTRIES!! Do they make these in house?? They're delicious. Coffee is solid too. (Can you tell I basically get food from here every weekend? I live one block away) The only downside? They close at 4pm. I respect it, though. read more

Found this new spot in the Sunset Park neighborhood recently and immediately fell in love! I have eaten there and done take-out, both were very smooth considering that it's a quite new place. The staff is very kind and helpful! I have only tried their weekday menu, you get your salads, sandwiches and bowls with a nice healthy kick, I'd love to try their weekend menu, it seems like there's a lot more to expect. Their quinoa bowl and oatmeal bowl are very nice, overall not expensive at all, they also make great coffee. The place is also spacious inside, there's a nice little garden area in the front with chairs, it's baby-friendly, they are an order-then-sit-down type of restaurant, orders came relatively quickly and they were all good. I'll go back again on the weekends. read more

I have frequented slimak for some time now. I would like to describe a recent encounter where i felt discriminated. I went with a friend - our order came out to about $18 and I asked if it was okay to pay with a hundred dollar bill (im a nanny and sometimes get paid in $100's). The woman taking my order said it was fine. This conversation was in Spanish. The employee took my bill and went to check with a woman who im assuming is the manager -- they spoke to eachother in English, infront of us, they confirmed the bill was real, and the manager also added that it was up to her to make the final call-on whether or not to take my bill. Im bilingual and understood what was said . The employee (whom i originally spoke to in Spanish) comes back and tells me that she will not accept my bill because if it was false theyd make her pay for it. Weird. Especially since they confirmed it was real. I felt discriminated. Wont be coming back. read more

Sunset Park only gets better as days go by. Now with Slimak as a new edition to the neighborhood, what's there to complain about. I found Slimak as a by the way while searching for a breakfast spot to meet a friend. Lo and behold I find this awesome new space, with absolutely beautiful, modern and welcoming decor. A quick scan of their menu proved it to be easy to order. They have so many delicious items, including a weekend brunch menu. My friend and I ordered eggs with home fries and an avocado toast, also a coffee. Everything was so delicious and fresh, I just had to go over to the owner and compliment him. (What a lovely guy). The prices are super reasonable and if you need a place to do some quick work or to just read a book while being at a cafe, this is definitely the space. I recommend Slimak wholeheartedly and can't wait to return to try some more goodies. read more

I just visited the place, the waiter wasn't with service attitude, I was waiting in the table around 15 mins, and at the end I had to leave, I hope the waiter can have a better day next time, I wish I had tried the food at this place. (I was hungry tho). Maybe is better than the service. Thank you :) read more

A friend of mine has been going here obsessively since they opened and I finally understand why after joining him for lunch the other day. As has been mentioned a few times, the space itself is beautiful and tastefully decorated. I had the field greens and goat cheese salad - topped with walnuts, prosciutto and a fig vinaigrette - and it was perfect. My friend's chicken wrap was fresh and well composed, too. At the end of our meal, one of the servers came over and gave us each a free pastry to take home which was a great way to conclude our experience and - obviously - give us yet another good reason to return. I can't wait to try these guys out for brunch and eventually for late night snacks once they're able to serve beer and wine! read more

The cutest breakfast spot. Lowkey and relaxed. Nice staff. Spot on coffee and delicious nutritious options!