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    The KOVA

    4.2 (32 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Fuang C.

    The restaurant looks very unsuspecting from the outside! I almost missed it walking by. The inside is beautifully decorated. It's also quite spacious with tables in the back. The staff were also friendly and nice. They only seat you if you have at least 3 people in your party (for bigger groups). The menu is quite basic with some interesting drinks. I ordered the oolong latte which was quite sweet. The food however was quite disappointing. It did not taste good at all. From the various dishes we tried: pancakes, too dry and the syrup takes forever to come out. The other food was just meh. The tacos were not bad. Overall: a nice aesthetic place to relax and chat but the food isn't very good. I would stick to drinks.

    Flat white with oat milk
    Roxanne O.

    Coming here, I passed by and had to backtrack because it's easy to miss . I came here just for coffee, but their menu has a lot of selections for food. I ordered a flat white with oat milk to stay. It came out quickly, and the front area is nice to stay and enjoy a drink. The coffee wasn't as good as I had hoped, it tasted quite burnt. Prices are a bit high for the area, as well.

    Louie T.

    Honestly the outside of the place and area u wouldn't expect a place like this. Inside the decor was very rustic when u walk in. Seated immediately. Ordered some generic breakfast food items and coffee... Overall food was great. French toast was amazing. Coffee was fresh. Would def come again if I'm in Brooklyn(I'm from queens)

    Carmen W.

    Great new brunch addition to the neighborhood! The front of the store is great for coffee dates or for those who want to read. We came for brunch and was greeted with friendly and attentive wait staff. We ordered the French toast, side of eggs which we decided to have as scrambled, and the truffle quesadilla. The French toast came with a generous 3 slices and was soft and had some nice hints of pumpkin. The quesadilla surprisingly came out in taco shells. The meat was very flavorful but was a tad dry so we decided to add our eggs to make for a great make shift breakfast taco haha. Coffee was strong and I enjoyed my oat milk latte. Kova has beautiful decor and ample seating.

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    Yvonne T.

    Quaint little cafe at the bottom of Brooklyn. An American style cafe that's a little pricy for the area but it's cute. Food wise it's very mediocre compared to Manhattan standards. I went twice to try more of the menu but it was so so. First time, I ordered a pulled chicken which would have been so much better with pork. It was a bit dry and I asked for avocado to be added but I literally got a slice. I also got a strawberry matcha latte which was not bad. Second time, I got the kova quesadilla and I don't think they know what a quesadilla is because it came like a taco. The beef had zero flavor and the sauce was a bit spicy. I also got the kova latte which had almost zero flavor despite having chocolate and matcha.

    Delicious food
    Ana S.

    My friend and me visited the store during weekday. We all Love the environment. Foods taste delicious. Staff are sweet and thoughtful

    Arianna A.

    So pretty, Food was excellent, great friendly customer service, and i enjoyed it alot i came with a friend.

    Xiao O.

    I've come here many times and it never disappoints. The Eggs Royale Benedict is always spot on. I finish everything every time. Their hollandaise sauce is unique and refreshing, and I really like it. I've also tried the beef quesadilla, which was super tasty but a little greasy for me. The matcha is strong, creamy, and definitely a favorite. Service is always great too. My only note is they could use better cutting knives since the butter knives make it hard to cut through some dishes. It's one of my favorite spots in the neighborhood and I highly recommend it! Also very cute decor.

    Yan L.

    Low key brunch spot. The foods pretty simple and good; can't really mess up on. Egg royale was good not fishy at all but too much salad. Salad was extremely bitter. Pancakes were good and soft. The rest was ok as well. The service was good and food came out pretty quick as well.

    Truffle cheeseburger
    Cindy C.

    Such a hidden gem located in Bensonhurst! My friend and I ordered a truffle cheeseburger and an egg benedict ( the Kova signature dishes!!) and it did not disappoint. The cheeseburger was full of flavor and the truffle was not overpowering. My friend said the Benedict was cooked to perfection with a nice runny egg and Hollandaise sauce. Plus service was so friendly and accommodating! They made the trip worth it! Upon my 2nd visit, I tried out their drinks this time to bring to my coworkers and most of my coworkers loved the crème brûlée lattes. It's literally the dessert as a drink haha! And if you're not an espresso/coffee, there's also matcha lattes which is blended so well and creamy. Definitely put this on your bucket list if you're in the area or a local! It's a must try 5/5

    Amazing experience! Just hosting a private event for my daughter's birthday at Kova. Everything on catering menu I ordered comes out with nice presentation and delicious. We have an open bar option during the entire event, all guests love the coffee and drinks. Thank you Kova team for hosting amazing party. Definitely going back to try more dishes!

    Love the atmosphere and food are delicious,good service as always. I have been visiting the place couples time, French toast is always tasty ,go well with cup of latte.It's worst a try ! Definitely an addiction to the neighborhood!

    Egg Benedict, iced lavender latte
    Angel T.

    First time visit Brooklyn location, I've been to Staten Island location before. The environment inside is nice and vibe is calm. Food and service were great. I was greeted by Kaitlyn when I enter the place and she was great. Will return next time since now it's in Brooklyn, little closer to me.

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    Cute spot. Food was great. The music was a vibe. Staff were very nice and attentive. Prices were reasonable. Would stop in again.

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    Good food, i enjoyed the kova quesadillas and matcha latte. Bathroom was really clean.

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    I love this place! Both the food and the service are excellent. Their spin on a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich is out of this world.

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    Always a great time coming here. Grace and the rest of the staff kill it every time. In the past…read moreI've only gotten drinks. But yesterday, I did rhe Boozy Brunch (90min for $40). Definitely worth another trip. I got the Cajun club (w/o tomatoes) sandwich and the frozen margarita. Both were soooo good! The place might be small but it's big on the "home away from home"/chill atmosphere!

    I will never return to this establishment. What was supposed to be a brief, comforting brunch visit…read moreafter attending a funeral turned into an embarrassing and disappointing experience. I chose this place because I had visited a few times in the past and expected a positive environment. While there, I ran into an old friend who was accompanying individuals with special needs. They informed us about the R&B karaoke event, and we attempted to participate respectfully and supportively. Unfortunately, after participating, the DJ became rude and dismissive. My friends decided not to continue because each time they attempted to request a song, the DJ was unkind and impatient, seemingly unaware--or unconcerned--that they were individuals with special needs. The situation escalated when I attempted to calmly address the disrespect. Instead of listening, the bartender repeatedly accused me of being drunk simply because I was defending myself after a rude comment. I was not intoxicated; I was advocating for respectful treatment. Even the DJ's own companion appeared visibly shocked by the comment made toward me, as if anticipating a reaction. I remained composed and professional despite being deeply upset. What disappointed me most was the staff's decision to defend the DJ's behavior rather than acknowledge how inappropriate and disrespectful the interaction was. This reflects poorly on how this establishment treats people--especially those who deserve patience, understanding, and dignity. I came expecting an enjoyable brunch experience and left feeling ashamed for having trusted this place. It is clear that the venue prioritizes protecting mediocre DJs with minimal local popularity over treating customers with basic respect. Poor organization, lack of proper event management, and unprofessional staff behavior made this experience unacceptable. I have visited many establishments and have never felt so disrespected. I will not be returning.

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    TL;DR version- Some high highs and some very low lows. Hot Figs was a fun app. By a mile, the soups…read morewere the favorites, so I would recommend the Pepián or Caldo Tlalpeño Rojo. Nice happy hour and a large chocolate drink selection I was at this unique Guatemalan (ish) restaurant a while back with one of my groups. I said "ish" because the menu has dishes from all over, ranging from sandwiches to BBQ ribs to Guatemalan and Mexican soups. It's out there, and even though not everything works that well, it's fun, and if you can't find something you want to order here, you probably shouldn't go out to restaurants. There was also live jazz music that night, which was loud but nice to listen to. Since it was happy hour, a bunch of us got drinks. I went with a maracuya margarita, which was decent; someone else had a jalapeño margarita, someone had a beer, and someone had a mojito. There were a few nice hot sauces on the table, with the red one reminding me of salsa macha as it had a smoky kick and a spicier green sauce reminiscent of ají verde. They gave us some complimentary blue corn chips and a very mild black bean dip, which was tasty enough and hard to complain about, as it was free. From the appetizers, we got the Hot Figs for $15.95, consisting of honey goat cheese, corn tortilla chips, and plum + pumpkin seeds. This was a unique and fun blend and reminded me more of something you would find in a wine bar. The mix of sweet and salty, with a bit of crunch from the seeds, was nice. This was good, and I would recommend it for a table rather than for a solo diner. There was also The Zingy Salad for $21.95, featuring zucchini spirals, yuzu, tomato, onion, cilantro, pumpkin seeds, and a jalapeño infusion. $18.95. The salad was fine with a bit of crunch and a mild spiciness. It was fine, though a bit wet, for lack of a better word. The best dishes of the night were the soups, which each had its own distinct flavor profile. My sight presence went to the Pepián for $21.95, consisting of chicken, pumpkin/sesame seeds, green tomatillo, cinnamon, cumin, black pepper, carrots, chili coban/pasta/guaque, and potato + rice. There was plenty of tender chicken inside, with the soup having a nice roasted flavor with some spice and a bit of sourness. The potatoes and rice on the bottom added more sustenance to this dish. Almost equally delicious was the Caldo Tlalpeño Rojo for a dollar more with shredded chicken, tomato, black pepper, garlic, onions, peas, chickpeas, corn, achiote, chipotle, Monterey jack cheese, and crunchy blue corn tortilla chips. By comparison, this was a bit heartier, with the melted cheese and shredded tortilla chips inside, similar to soups found in Mexican cuisine. While I also liked the mix of veggies a bit more in this one, as it added a bit more texture, I still slightly preferred the flavor of the other soup, as I usually prefer a bit more spice. The rest of the food was fine. The TPC sandwich for $19.95 with chicken, peanut butter, coconut cream, ginger, cilantro, pickled carrots, and lime was fine. For the number of ingredients, I found it a bit sweet, likely from the cream and the peanut butter mix. The bread was nice, but it also fell apart. It came with a nice side salad with a good vinaigrette. The most expensive at $24.95 were the Slow Cooked BBQ Ribs, consisting of baby back ribs with rice and beans. The ribs were almost a bit too tender as they lacked any bite, which was nice, but the sauce was a bit too generic tasting, reminding me of Sweet Baby Ray's or something similar. The rice and beans were standard. This was also OK. Next came some dessert. There was first the $12.95 Rosemary Churros served with dulce de leche & chocolate dips. While I'm not sure if it worked, the rosemary did add a unique smell and a bit of flavor, and at least it wasn't generic. The churros themselves were hot, and the sauces were standard, with my preference being the dulce de leche. I also ordered a Champurrado for $7.95, which was fine. It wasn't as thick as I expected, though perhaps the style is a bit different than the champurrados I rarely buy from Mexican street carts. The chocolate flavor was very nice, though, and I like that it wasn't too sweet. Another person got a $4 Alfajor, which I got a bite of, which was standard. This place is a bit hard to rate. The two soups were wonderful, I liked the appetizers, and I found a couple of the other dishes just OK. Overall, it was a good meal, but I'm not craving to go back. This would be the perfect 3.5, but I'll round up as that doesn't exist.

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