Came here sadly to have an espresso and catch up on the internet. Problem was their internet wasn't even working. I bared the place again and can tell you they must have repaired the issue. The espresso is overpriced and the claim is it's some rare bean. Pretty tough to lay such a claim when you can get a comparable coffee and most other coffee shops for less. Finally, can't figure out the spoon thing at the end of the counter. Trying to figure which are clean might take a bit. I do understand the need to be conscious of waste and expense, but it should be a bit more organized. read more

I'm an ok fan of Troost. I love coming in for the quartinos, I think its a good deal for the wine and the place looks great and everyone's pretty friendly, even though they're into their own things - which is good I think... It would've been 5 stars if they just had a couple more options to snack on while I'm enjoying my wine.. The cheese is good but really wish there had been two or three more things so that I had some choice and could spend a little longer enjoying the afternoons and the company. Will definitely keep coming in though! read more

Love this laid back bar. Always fun.

Love Troost. Perfect menu of coffee, wine, beer, cheese and light meals. Amazing backyard and lovely, comfortable decor inside. You could really come here at any point in the day and it would feel just right. A most excellent addition to the neighborhood. read more

I love this place! It's so cute. Good place to get coffee and sit down, or brunch. The lox spread is absolutely amazing. Very relaxed and great atmosphere, especially the backyard which is just fantastic. The service is also very friendly and accommodating. I have never had alcohol here, so I can't really speak to the drinking experience. One minor complaint: $4 for a tiny cup of watermelon juice!? read more

calm and a cozy place with a nice little backyard....I was thr with my girlfirend on a Sunday afternoon, to get some of my work completed but unfortunately they did not had wifi. That was really disappointing but the space was so relaxed that i just forgot about it and spend some good time....... read more

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The cappuccino was a little too milky, but otherwise decent. The coffee was pretty bitter so I'd more recommend going for the atmosphere, which was nice. Prices are pretty average for Greenpoint. The ambiance makes it a nice place to work, although my computer has had problems with their wifi the past couple of times I've been and there aren't too many places to plug in your computer. That being said it would be a good place to do offline work. read more

Great reliable spot in the neighborhood...amazing negroni on tap!

Troost has become my favorite neighborhood spot. Fantastic wine, tasty coffee, great snacks and charming atmosphere. Plus, the garden is AMAZING! The staff is sweet and all very cute. All around, Troost is a real treat! read more

You broke my heart when you stopped opening your doors in the AM. I have worked hard to come to terms with losing my all-time favorite place to work and write, I am sure your reasons were just. But I simply do not feel you as a bar. Who you are really meant to be, deep down, is a daytime delight. And I would burst from all the joy I'd feel if you'd roll back your hours just a bit, even only for the summer, and let me bask in the glorious outdoors with a breakfast sandwich again. Until then, it will be fond memories and healthy distance. read more

Everyone that's said the garden is a treat is correct. It's great. But you have to deal with the indifferent staff and the owner shuts of Wi-fi at 4pm. Why? Policy. Lame policy. Too many other coffee shops in Greenpoint.... read more

Disclaimer: I only had a bagel w/ cream cheese and a cup o' tea at Troost. That being said, it was a delightful experience. The place has a really relaxed vibe and the owner is awesome. The best part is the outdoor space, which is quite lovely (and dare i say, romantic). Troost is definitely worth the trip. read more

A simple bar, doing the basics right. Decent beer selection for $5. Negronis on tap. Pleasant dark seating inside and a ramshackle garden out back. read more

The place could be amazing. I go in so often and don't make a fuss about a thing, but couldn't be treated with more distane... The espresso is decent. Not incredible, but good to very good depending on who is making it. I still go there almost every day, but I wish the people working would at least smile. The smile would win a star maybe two, for sure. This isn't to fault all employees, jsut most. read more

Don't let their happy hour fool you! They advertise $3 drafts, but when you go in they pour you half pints. Doesn't seem like happy hour to me, just a reasonably charged half pint of beer. read more

Great yard and beer selection. The aggressively phallic soap was also a great source of entertainment.

I stopped in for a drink after work. It's the perfect neighborhood spot to wind down on the way home after a long day. And, get this...I stupidly left my wallet behind. The bartender found it and chased me down to return it to me. "I got you" is what he said when he found me in the pizza shop a few doors down and handed me my wallet. Magic. It's good to have neighborhood spots that make you feel taken care of. Thank you. read more

AmaZing backyard. Happy hour is amazing - 2 glasses of rose for $8. Can't beat that. The cheese and meat plate was delicious and the garden is honestly unbeatable. We went on a Friday and it was quiet, and exactly what we were after. read more

Things that I love: 1) the backyard - pretty big & beautiful; 2) cold brew coffee - it comes out of a tap; 3) soft boiled eggs - didn't even know that was a thing & learned how to eat it here. Now, thanks to Troost, I will always have that memory & a new skill. read more

favorite bar in the nabe. always chill, good music, nice bartender, good drinks, pretty yard. tip the musicians.

We popped into Troost for a quick beer during happy hour while we were waiting for our laundry. They had decent prices on beer, but something about the vibe of the place just seemed off. It was an okay place to grab a drink, but I probably wouldn't make it my only destination of the night. read more

humble decor + $10,000 espresso machine (serving la colombe) / quaint backyard = heaven read more

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Cool spot. Decent selection of draft. Warning: don't try to go in for WIFI in the evening because apparently they turn it off. I'm not sure what that's supposed to benefit? read more

The owner, who was responsive and kind via email, spoke to the staff who were in turn responsive and kind. The volume became more reasonable, the backyard is great, and 4 stars is far closer to the reality... OLD REVIEW: Love to give two more stars but the music, although for the most part good, is frequently so loud* it leads to suspicions that the staff resents the customers, most of whom are working on computers. I can sympathize--I really can--but without these customers you'd have scarcely any business. Time to face the reality: if you open up a nice cafe with free wi-fi, they will come. Making it annoying isn't going to help. Just kill the wi-fi if you don't want people working on computers, just like you do after 5pm. But the loud music thing, well, not sure how much longer before it turns from charming quirk to obnoxious deterrent. Guess we'll see! *Really, I think it drowned out a jack hammer and a passing jet. read more

Consistently one of the best iced Americanos I've ever had. For a light breakfast the Monkey Boast is delicious and filling too--and I dig the a la carte 50-cent hard boiled eggs. Nice atmosphere with good music is a major plus for remote working. In warmer weather the garden out back is really pleasant at night for a beer or glass of wine. In short, I've never had a disappointing experience here. read more

A friend who lives in the area invited me by for a beer. At first I was impressed with the reasonable prices when then I got the tinniest beer I've ever seen. Crowd was iffy as well. I see no reason to go back. read more

Lame. I went twice and never again and am finally writing a review because I keep seeing people in there wasting their time and money. The first time we had tiny glasses of wine at big prices; the second time I ordered a double cappuccino with soy to go and it was over $6- I thought they were joking and almost left sans coffee. Expensive, pretentious, hipster central. read more

Sexy sweet staff. Interesting food. Great coffee. Love the ambiance.

I always feel like I'm intruding when I come here. Like I've walked into someone's front room. It's quite uninviting. But the service isn't bad, the backyard is quite appealing, and the quartino wine deal makes it worth it (hence the 2 stars). But I would rather go somewhere else. Sorry! read more

Awesome local watering home with a great happy hour that runs until 8pm! The bartenders are pleasant and efficient. The decor is intimate and has low lighting. There is an outside area but it fills up fast. Solid beer list. read more

It's a pretty chill place. Good for a nice meet and greet or to talk with friends. Drink selection is a bit limited, but well priced. Atmosphere is mostly where it is at. For performances conversation volumes flux. Overall, pretty decent spot. read more

Cutest little spot for a coffee and a sandwich. Nice backyard with area to relax in.

In a neighborhood full of both cozy decor and coffeeshops, this place still feel special. I'm in love with the garden - really the nicest outdoor space around. Nice amount of light food, and the coffee hits the mark. But the greatest thing is a couple taps serving some tasty beer. There's nothing better than a couple mellow beers at a coffeeshop, and no place I'd rather spend an hour in Greenpoint. read more

i live by this ven diagram about coffee shops. http://goo.gl/Yw2f5 and troost lands me in the middle. read more

Good selection of beer and wine with fair prices. Also good coffee (... donuts to go with, too!). Haven't tried the food options but I think it's mostly cheeses and lighter snacks. The wood booths are custom built and cozy, adding to the really nice ambiance. Definitely a great addition to the neighborhood. read more

Oh shutup about the bad coffee. That's not what this place is about. Come here to escape the city. So mad at you for disabling wireless on the weekends though.. read more

Love it. Good wine, good coffee and a great backyard. We've desperately been needing a decent wine bar in North Greenpoint and it fits the bill perfectly. read more

I love Troost. It's one of those increasingly rare cafes where you can actually go and work for hours, or swing by with a friend for a chat. They make delicious sandwiches, and they have a massive back yard. The only problem is the coffee, which just isn't that good but they charge like it is. Still, this is New York; here I've learned to take my coffee how I find it. read more

Another coffee shop in Greenpoint but it's all about location! Nice clean place with coffee and beer. Nice to find a chill place that offers both. The coffee is La Colombe, so that right there is an added bonus!!! read more

This is my favorite neighborhood coffee place. They are pretty quick on weekdays when I need to run to the subway, and a little more laid back on the weekends. Both the hot and iced coffee is amazing, and I'm also a big fan of their donuts and bagels! I'm so happy this place opened up, it's a good combination of coffee shop and breakfast place. read more