Random hand drawn painting, three screens televising separate sporting events including soccer and…read moresomething else that I cannot recognize maybe cricket? As I walk in, the friendly lady behind the counter asks me what I would like. I respond: A cappuccino please. Then, I carefully inquire further for what baked goods are available with a smile. In her reply, she tells me sadly that there is only croissants. So not being picky, I tell her: Great, I'll have one. Next, she brings me a cappuccino on a glass saucer and my croissant on a dish. Also, there are numerous napkins, sugar, long stemmed spoon given to me as well. I felt like a sports lounge vibe with many tables and chairs (probably enough to seat 35 people at least). Most demographic would be elders, mostly men, in their 40's to 60's kicking back and enjoying the hot, lazy afternoon. It was around 3 pm and I just got off a flight. Now, I know how the other half lives and it's nice!

Please don't call your self a cafe if you don't have a drip machine…read more Well, I don't know if it's because I'm American and stuck out like a sore thumb in this mostly foreign cage, or if I insulted there sensibilities by ordering a black coffee. I found the service impolite and dismissive. And the coffee pod, yes a COFFEE POD AT A CAFÉ is outrageous. Well aside from me noticing a bit to late to stop the process I watched her make it and seen the liquid coming out beige at best. I actually thought she was running a cleaning of the machine, because the color just wasn't the color even a blond roast would be. I mentioned it looked light, to which she replied it's not light it's black coffee it's dark. Well I took my sip, left a dollar tip and left the coffee on the counter. With the myriad of cafes in Brooklyn these days, I would have been better with mud from the bodega.

The short: if you're looking for an excellent coffee, clean and comfortable ambiance & incredibly…read morekind / warm service -- this is your spot. The longer: This cafe has been open for about 6 months, is open 24-7, and specializes in offering coffee & drinks. As of right now, there's no full kitchen -- so they're offering freshly baked croissants and some other bites, but they may soon start offering pizzas, paninis, etc. I sat and worked early (7am), and enjoyed a frozen cappuccino with almond milk. It was perfect. So many people stop in for a quick espresso in a proper cup, and so many others sitting outside sharing coffee & conversation. This spot feels truly European & is an exciting addition to the neighborhood.

Was there yesterday. Did not want to go in but friends insisted. Sat outside that was enclosed. Two…read moretables had shot glasses full of cigarette butts. Nothing sweet to offer but only two items on the menu that listed 8-10. We had none. Service bad. We were not greeted. Waitress sat outside in the enclosed area smoking and another acquaintance came in and sat with to smoke. HORRIBLE. Seems like a front. If I could rate "0" zero, I would.

I'm glad this cafe opened in my neighborhood. Food and drinks are delicious and service is fast…read more Staff are welcoming and friendly. The only negative is the lack of ventilation so you would end up smelling like fried egg all day once you've left.

My new favorite cafe on Cortelyou! Honestly there are so many lovely places on the street it's hard…read moreto choose, but I love the cozy feeling that the Victorian creates. There's a long area for ordering and waiting for to go orders, which keeps everything moving during busy times, and a nice seating area in the back. Restroom is clean. Creative drink options and flawless espresso. Great variety of non dairy milks. Delicious pastries and snacks, as well as some options for a bigger meal. Unlike other cafes it doesn't constantly smell like bacon, yay! Friendly staff and they're open relatively late in the evening. Hope they do well here and stay for a long time!

Stumbled across this cafe one day after getting off the train and desperately needing coffee. On a…read moreweekday morning the shop was quiet with myself being the only customer, allowing me the time to take a look around and thoroughly read through each item on the menu. The staff were kind, patient, and even picked my coffee order for me since I was indecisive! The coffee was smooth and perfectly balanced with the milk and sweetener. I would happily come back with my laptop to take use of their cozy dining area and try one of their pastries. So good!

Place looked super cute and I was a half hour early to work so I stopped by. They only had one…read moreyounger employee working when I came in on a Sunday but it seemed okay, as I was the only one there. I ordered a salmon bagel and a flat white. I heard her making my flat white and then making my bagel. The bagel took 20 minutes for her to make. The flat white was cold and not steamed correctly. The bagel was great, just don't know why it would take twenty minutes. The place is super cute but they seemed to place an emphasis on their food rather than coffee and service.

The interior is cute and they have a parking lot in the front…read more The servers were warm and eager to answer any questions I had about an unfamiliar menu. I ordered the Journey to Baku salad, the Turkish bread, and the Guru Khingal. The salad needed a pinch of salt, but there was a shaker on the table and with that addition, it was a decent refreshing appetizer. It's sort of a spread so I would recommend ordering some bread to eat with it. The bread came out steaming hot and smelling amazing. It was soft and fluffy on the inside and delicious. I took the extra home and ate it all immediately when I got there. Delicious bread. The Guru Khingal is honestly one of the best things I've ever eaten in New York City. I wasn't sure exactly what to expect, as I have never eaten this type of food before. The tender, handcut pasta seems to be layered with flavorful lamb fat like the most decadent possible buttered noodles and the ground lamb topping is rich and perfectly seasoned. The yogurt sauce gives the dish balance. It's a fairly large portion that could easily be shared between two. I highly recommend this spot, the glowing reviews are not exaggerating at all. I often like to try new and unusual restaurants, and sometimes I enjoy them mostly for the novelty. That was not the case at Village Cafe. My meal here was delicious and I am eager to return, even with the 75 minute commute from north Brooklyn.

Ambiance (4/5): The restaurant is located a little farther from the street, almost inside a parking…read morelot, within a small homey dining lodge. I felt like I was inside someone's home and felt welcomed and comfortable. Not loud and well lit. Service (5/5): We came at an off hour during the weekend around 1:30pm there was still around 6 parties dining in. The staff provided good recommendations and good service. When asked for water without any lemon slices, they provided bottled water at no extra cost! Food: (4/5) - rated New York Times top 100 Best Restaurants in New York City in 2025 Every dish came with a small cup of sour cream / Tzatziki based sauce that went with every dish. This was a must and this was mastered very well. Kutaby with chicken and lamb (4/5) - we ordered one each but the lamb was far superior than the chicken. Guru Hingal (4/5) - served in a warmed bowl with a lid in a bed of soft pasta and minced lamb. The pasta reminded me of chow fun (Chinese rice flat noodles) and then some seasoned minced lamb. While overall there were flavors in there, it was still lacked flavors and required to be drowned in the Tzatziki sauces or perhaps a order of table hot sauce. Finally we got the Lamb Lulya Kebab (5/5): this was by far the best dish of the meal! The meat was so wonderfully seasoned throughout, juicy, and complemented well with the rice, onions, and tomato based dip. The wraps themselves were way too small to enjoy using hands so we definitely reconstructed on our plates and attempts with our hands.

Very nice place and quality desserts! Very tasty crepes!…read moreand eclairs! Best cafe in this neighborhood!

This is my favorite place to go for a dessert and coffee in the morning…read more The ambient it's so cozy.Perfect to start the day right and staff it's always super welcoming

This is my first time trying Albanian food and it was absolutely delicious…read more The inside is small but clean and cozy. The waitress was so friendly and hospitable. She checked on us multiple times and was just overall very nice. We ordered the Oofte Arberia, small grill plate, afjar condiment, and French fries. Everything was delicious. The French fries, wow. They were so delicious - perfectly crispy and not oily at all. The perfect shape too. I don't even like French fries like that but I couldn't stop eating them. They also have fresh bread that was made in house - that was delicious with the eggplant dip that we ordered (afjar). The grill platters were so delicious. I would recommend the grill platter so you can try different types of meat. But each meat was flavorful and perfectly cooked. We got a house salad with the meat and it was nice and refreshing. I had a really pleasant and delicious experience. I would definitely come again.

When Cka ka Qellu started getting hyped, as much as I was on the bandwagon, it left with me an…read moreexistential question. Having never tried such delicacies as flija anywhere else before, how could I know if they were being exalted for their own execution or for the dish itself? After trying another interpretation at Arberia, I believe the answer is simply that flija is one of the most delicious savory cakes out there. It's the original Lady M - layers of crepes clearly stacked with copious amounts of butter. I wish the ajvar came with it, but it's worth shelling out a few extra dollars to add a bit of color to the dish.

I tried their seasonal special today (peanut butter sesame latte) not going to lie I was…read moredisappointed. The peanut butter wasn't like mixed into the drink it was just peanut butter spread about the cup. An their cold cups and straws are soooo fragile . I had to wait to go home pour my coffee into a mug the scrap the peanut butter off the cup. It's not worth the $9. However, if you need a place to study or get your work done this is the place for you. It's super quit and you see everyone on their laptops as well. Maybe I come back for another seasonal drink, but for now their winter drink didn't hit the spot for me.

I am so late to knowing of this spot. Great pastries and ambiance. Service was good. Will…read moredefinitely be back. On this visit I had the croissant which was a delight.

I had to return something to Optimum and discovered this coffee shop. The workers are so nice and…read morepatience with us as we asked several questions about the coffee and the pastries they had. The food is super fresh, and coffee hit the spot everytime! There's plenty of metered parking, but if you want free parking, you need to park a few blocks off the main area. It's cozy cute spot to sit in and enjoy, I'll have to try that when I return because I was in a rush so had to be in and out so the service was top notch speedy, which is definitely a huge plus and the Brooklyn way!

FINALLY!! A place where espresso is taken seriously!…read more If you enjoy a properly poured latte, a properly pulled espresso- you must go here. It's sad how many places stock decent beans but do not take the time to train employees on how to create a proper drink- so many cafes don't seem to care about the end result. Wake Up Coffee knows the science and is passionate about their beans. Most importantly, the pours are CONSISTENTLY done right- no more risking a bad barista who just dumps burnt milk into a cup! Shout out to Joanna- giving me hope for future generations of baristas - she gets an A+++++ (and is so humble and sweet!). Customer for life over here! Please keep your magic going!

Cafe G is wonderful. The ambiance is cozy and inviting and the food is fantastic! The service is…read morefriendly and you never feel rushed. It's a spot where you can have long conversations with friends over a great meal. The archaruli khachapuri was warm and gooey from the cheese and egg over a good crust bread boat. The chakapuli (veal stew) was good but on the salty side. The khinkali qalaquri was my favorite dish here as it was fragrant and spiced really well.

Had the Egg and Butter Cheeseboat or Acharuli Khachapuri. It was a bit salty but the aftertaste was…read moredelicious. You can taste the butter and cheese and it works so well with the bread. It is almost like a thick version of a cheese pizza. The cafe was really cost, very laid back, and had a small town feel to it. The service was nice but it took a while for food to come as it's made to order. No bathrooms. Overall I will visit again.