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    Witches Brew Coffee House

    4.1 (2.2k reviews)
    ModerateVegan, Vegetarian, Cafes
    Closed 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Hipster
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Mango Tea
    Andrew I.

    Good food and good service. Prices are a bit steep, especially being cash only, but the witchy vibes and tasty food makes it a spot worth visiting at least once. Do note, the food is either vegan or vegetarian. There are options with dairy but nothing with meat (just meat substitutes). As I said before, it is CASH ONLY. Go with this in mind and avoid any awkward issues!

    Festive Halloween decorations as you walk in
    Trisha T.

    VIBES I've been going to the Witches Brew since about 2008 and it's still one of my favorite cozy spots. The decor is spooky and a little eclectic. While during the day you can see the fun mixed and matched vintage furniture, at night their warm string lights make for the coziest ambiance. It's especially perfect during the Halloween season. One thing that I noticed from our most recent visit on a Friday evening is there were a good amount of families with kids and even babies. It might be quieter to go at a different time like I have in the past. Funny enough, it's probably all the people like me who used to come here in our high school days. SERVICE They get super busy and have implemented a virtual waiting list system that you can find via a link on their Instagram. It'll notify you when you're next and gives you 10 minutes to get back there. Honestly, easy nicer than waiting in a line outside in the cold! They've also always had super nice servers that regardless of time have the same friendly chill vibes. FOOD My favorite thing to get here is one of their special coffee flavors. They have a huge assortment with fun spooky names. I love picking one with a marshmallow flavor base. Might be called Midnight. They also have a huge adjustment of loose leaf teas that they serve in cast iron tea pots. These drinks pair perfectly with their desserts. My favorite things to get from them is a warm cinnamon bun a la mode. For their savory food it should be noted that the whole menu is vegetarian/vegan friendly. Something we ALWAYS get is their focaccia which is warm and cheesy. Their artichoke dip with nachos is excellent and my husband enjoyed his falafel sandwich with fries.

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    Jonathan L.

    This place is disappointing. Came here for some desserts since I was craving something sweet but it was overpriced and nasty. There's not much options in long island. Thought it was gonna be decent with all the reviews this place has but it's terrible. Got two items. Carrot cake and some apple pie. Not good at all. Maybe it's good if you've never been to the city or lived in any other big city. This place would go out of business in NYC. The worst thing about this place is they charge a service fee for take out. Does not sound legal at all. Would not come back and would not recommend.

    Frozen hot chocolate
    Daniel B.

    Stopped in for the first time in a long time and was greeted by a familiar menu with still solid dessert options. The frozen hot chocolate hit the spot even on a cold winter's night, and the vegan smore was incredible. Always a wait, but it's worth it for some delicious after dinner treats!

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    Julia P.

    Came in day after Halloween with a friend visiting from out of town. First off the waiting list is no joke, it was about 2 hrs (I was placed on waiting list from my couch and it gives you a very accurate breakdown on your place in line). Once we were called inside, they verified my reservation and we were seated immediately. The decor !!!! Oooohhh la la like out of a really funky cool Halloween book. 10/10 for decor. We started out with hibiscus ginger tea with honey. Yum!!!! Appetizers were Mac n cheese and samosas. Main meals were "chicken" sandwich and falafel. For dessert a pumpkin square to go (forgot to take a photo sorry). Literally everything was delicious which is rare. Full of flavor, good serving size for the price, great service from the staff and very creative menu. I would definitely go back. The wait was worth it for the experience

    Gnocchi
    Jessica C.

    Forgot to review this gem when I went 3 weeks ago on Halloween day! Such a cute spot! Everyone was dressed up for Halloween. All vegan spot which was very interesting. I don't normally go but the Halloween theme brought me in here. I wasn't a big fan of the buffalo cauliflower because it was spicy but the gnocchi was great. I definitely enjoyed my dessert and drink! Staff were great and very accommodating. Will return :)

    Nachos
    Dyamond D.

    I've been a customer to Witches Brew for years. This is a good option for a late night dessert especially to converse and hang out. The decor and menu likely attracts more teens/college students/young adults. I really like that they have an extensive menu and they have options for those who are plant based/vegan. I ordered the hot chocolate and there was nothing special about it at all! It tasted like it was chocolate syrup and water mixed together which disappointed me because dessert places usually put more effort into their drinks. I would give it a 1/5 :( I was pleasantly surprised by the nachos we ordered as they were really good for a quick dessert bite and quite filling for two people to share. After we ordered the nachos we split the apple pie a la mode and it was a great mix of hot and cold. The pie is a great example for a standard pie and is a great option if you're unsure what to get and aren't feeling super adventurous. Witches Brew is not the best when I think of really great dessert but I think it provides a fun/spooky ambiance, has options for everyone and is nice for small groups. If you visit I would suggest making a reservation in advance as they are often busy!

    Hot tea
    Felicia F.

    Super fun and cute hidden gem! They don't take reservations and it could be a crazy wait (online it said THREE hours- but we ended up getting in earlier than that). They have a wide variety of teas, food, etc. everything was great, especially the tea and the cheesecake. CASH ONLY!

    Kitty H.

    First time visit, recommended by friends. Parking was easy: on street in front or residential parking is around the corner. We ordered: Nacho ( fresh ingredients. Recommend) Mac and cheese ( definitely will order again) Soft pretzels ( soft and moist ) Greek salad ( fresh!) Burritos teriyaki with fries ( it was ok) Pumpkin pie ( rich pumpkin taste) NY cheesecake ( yum! ) Pro: - very cute design. Halloween all year round. - great friendly staff. - didn't think food can be so delicious without meat. We enjoyed it especially the homemade mac and cheese. Definitely star of the meal. Fresh ingredients. Con: - CASH ONLY!!! ATM onsite. -lighting was dim. I had sone difficulty reading the menu or seeing what's on my nachos. But my eyesight is not the best to start with. - Table was small for a real dinner meal for - It's designed to be a coffee table only. However, the experienced staff brought in a small table next to us without us asking. - least favorite of the night has been the fries. They don't seem too fresh. Little soggy to taste. - super busy on weekends in October. Waiter said weekdays and other months are no problem. If you are planning to go on October weekends, make sure you reserve online. My wait was 2.5 hours online. Sometimes the reservation line closed when the waiting time goes beyond 3 hours. Then you just have to keep checking. It may open on and off again if someone cancel. Overall. It's a great restaurant. My family including a 10 and 13 years old enjoy it. You can see the effort put in by the owner to create such ambience. We sat comfortably and enjoyed our meal. -

    Entrance
    Sadia J.

    Witches Brew serves vegan food and has tons of options for coffee, tea and drinks! Other items in their menu include appetizers, mains, salad, sandwiches and, of course, dessert. The decor is vintage and the interior is very different from a typical coffee house. The vibes work best if you're visiting in the evenings. I went there with my friend and she got the Mac n Cheese (not pictured), Vegan Brownie with Ice Cream and Green Tea. I got the Crème Brûlée (around $10) and the Pink Angel, which was an Iced Coffee with Strawberry-Vanilla flavors (around $8). Crème Brûlée is my absolute go-to and it tasted great here! Please also be mindful that this is a cash only place!

    Menu
    Rachel A.

    Witches brew is always a hit for me. It's great for catching up with friends, a first date, or just to be alone and unwind. Key things to remember: to make a reservation you must do so on google.com and then Google the witches brew, when I tried to do it via Safari it did not work. The second thing is that it is cash only they do have an ATM just in case you forget. Parking can be very annoying so just be aware of that. The menu is a large variety ranging from vegetarian to vegan options and the food is good! The drink selection is huge ranging from coffee, espresso, tea, to soda's. The desserts are very good as well. I usually get the voodoo iced or hot :) The vibes are very relaxed and cozy. It's a great atmosphere to take pictures. The staff is friendly and as attentive as they can be seeing that they do get quite busy. Always will come back

    Carolina S.

    "You put the line in the coconut..." H.Nilsson There's magic here..."Practical Magic". I don't know about you but I love a witchy, nineties vibe cafe. This is like "The Craft" meets "Gilmore Girls". Do I drag my boyfriend to take me at every chance I get?!?! Yes! Did my friend tell me she would take me anywhere and money was no object and I picked "Witches Brew"?!?! Yes! I loved the brussel sprouts, the hummus, the sandwiches, the nachos, the seasonal biscotti and so much more. I like the simplicity of the vegetarian and at times vegan options available. I wish it was closer so I could bring my ghoul-friends. To us, every day is Halloween! "And now..a warning" (Death Becomes Her). This place is HELLA popular! It will be difficult to snag a table at prime time. Plan accordingly. May I suggest, a ghoul date followed by some thrifting down the street. I must mention the huge array of beverages from coffee concoctions, teas and such. This is a perfect place for a frozen cappucino and a vegan cheesecake. All my friends who grew up in this area love this place and I can see why. BRING CASH!

    2016 - awesome while 2026- bummer
    Rachel M.

    We were told that a 20% gratuity was required and that leaving our usual 10-15% tip was "unacceptable." We were also told not to return if we could not leave the 20% tip. Overall, the way we were spoken to felt dismissive and unprofessional, especially given that I have been a customer since 2016 and have recommended this place to so many people over the years. Haven't been here in a while since the army but yeah very disappointing.

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    1 month ago

    One of my favorite places full-on vegan option of delicious food, coffees, teas and desserts.

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    I absolutely love this place, I wish they had more places like this on long island. I love going here for a sweet treat after dinner.

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    Can i order drinks to go or is it solely a sit down restaurant?

    Yes. You can order anything on the menu to go.

    Do they have any sugar free options?

    Yes

    Is this a good spot to do some laptop work for a few hours?

    no.

    Is it only vegetarian?

    Yes, and vegan.

    Is this joint still "cash only"?

    Yes cash only

    How do I make a reservation?

    I haven't gone in a while but at the time we didn't need reservations.

    Does the kitchen close at a certain time or can guests get meals until midnight?

    kitchen menu ends at 11:30pm

    Hello good morning do you need a reservation for October 31?

    no reservations you just add yourself on the waitlist

    Are there gluten free food options?

    Yes, the do have gf options.

    Do you have non-vegan options for the vegan items on the menu? Specifically, from vegan to omnivore?

    Our menu has always been vegetarian with many vegan options. Specify to your waiter whether you would like vegan or vegetarian and they will help guide you.

    Are you able to make reservations? and how many people can they take per group?

    no reservations 6 people max

    How do I make a reservation?

    They don't take reservations, but they do ask you to join their waitlist. Scroll down a bit on their yelp page. You will see "Waitlist." There you will see a current time of the waitlist. You will see "join waitlist." Proceed with your name and # of… Read more

    Do you sell loose tea?

    Yes, loose tea is sold by the quarter pound and price varies depending on the tea you would like. Just ask your server or someone at the register for the pricing of your tea!

    Why is the waitlist closed?

    The waitlist closes at 20 people. I have seen the wait time up to 133 minutes during these instances.

    Anything gluten free?

    Yes, there are a couple of gluten free options. For dessert: The vegan cheesecake is almost always… Read more

    Why don't they ever answer the phone?

    What coffee drink do you recommend for a first timer?

    The Halloween is great, it's essentially a caramel apple flavor with house made whipped cream on top!

    Are the drinks vegan or do they contain egg?

    Hi there. We do not make any drinks with eggs, but we do make drinks with cow's milk as well, which would not be vegan. You have to order the drink vegan and we will give you the options of organic oat milk, organic soy milk, or organic almond… Read more

    During Covid, is this a good place for studying?

    It's a wonderful atmosphere but I think it's too busy for studying. There will be so many distraction with people walking by, etc.... perfect for a study break though.

    Do they have WiFi?

    No. There is only WiFi available for optimum subscribers

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    For Five Coffee Roasters

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    Visit Date: January 20, 2026…read more I got the LI cafe passport book from my co-worker for Christmas. In January I got to go to two coffee shops in this book, for five was the second one. I went with one of my friends. We both had the mochas and I had a shot of espresso because the book recommended it. The espresso was good, not overly bitter, pretty much just right. The mocha was amazing a good ratio of chocolate, coffee and espresso. It was pretty busy here and the atmosphere was nice. The snacks looked really good maybe one day I'll go back for a pastry. I give for five five stars and five beans and would recommend coming here if you like coffee shops.

    l've rarely encountered such a rude and unwelcoming barista…read more I ordered a pour-over, but when I tried to simply watch the brew process, the barista was incredibly cold and dismissive, essentially refusing to let me see what she was doing. The elitist attitude continued throughout the transaction; she couldn't be bothered to tell me which beans she was using, and once the coffee was finished, she didn't even acknowledge me or announce that the drink was ready. It's a shame when a shop's "gatekeeping" attitude ruins the experience. There is no excuse for treating customers with that much contempt. I won't be returning to a place that makes me feel like an inconvenience for ordering a coffee.

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    The French Workshop

    4.1(558 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    I've been a fan of TFW since the opening of their Bayside location, and i absolutely love the…read morelocation here at Garden City. Their pastries are top notch, both in ingredient and aesthetics, but beyond that I am most impressed with the customer service at this location. They stand behind excellence and ensure customer satisfaction, and it shows in their demeanor and action when something is not 100% up to par. If you're looking for something delicious and beautiful, or a piece of cake, tart, or mousse that will impress, this is your place! It's worth every penny!

    I frequent The French Workshop and love everything they have to offer…read more Started with the one in Bayside. Then a closer location in garden city opened. And now an even closer location in Plainview! Pretty soon they're gonna open one right in my backyard or something haha. It is a lovely spot for authentic French-inspired pastries and coffee. I've had everything here including cupcakes, brownies, croissants, macarons, cookies, madelines, etc. I've also come here to get a small cake for special occasions. It is also a very nice place to come with friends and enjoy a coffee and pastries. The elegant, pristine interior with marble accents and beautiful displays creates a welcoming Parisian vibe. Perfect for a quick treat or relaxed sit-down. I love the cookies here, they're soft and chewy unlike the Plainview FWS I always leave with a giant bag of 5 of every different flavor of cookie(chocolate chip, nutella, oreo, pistachio, etc) because the texture is so soft and smooth. My new obsession is the fruits of the forest cake. So delicious! Its a must try!!! It gets packed in here, but the line moves quickly! If you haven't tried FWS yet, what are you waiting for?

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    3.0(281 reviews)
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    The food is delicious. I have been there when the service was great, and then one time we went as a…read morelast minute decision, I tried talking the other person to go to another place because I felt the shirt I was wearing was too casual as it was tye die. Sure enough that casual t-shirt earned dirty looks from the staff, we were seated in a corner where others really couldn't see us. The person I was with was even greeted with a "you know that item costs this much" when they placed their order .....all because of my shirt. They are on UberEats so if you are dressed casual you can get it delivered (or perhaps pick it up) I am sad to hear that they will be closing, I do want to get there one more time for lunch as it was always a nice experience aside from the one encounter.

    Beautiful fall night out on this lively local street where the entire neighborhood is out and…read moreabout. Great people watching and there was music playing from the street closure. Seventh street staff is accommodating and attentive. The food was very good. We started with the hot antipasto. Although it's really only enough for two people. You need another app for more people. The bread basket was a nice touch. The menu is very extensive and well priced. I had the salmon which was well portioned and tasty with a Dijon. My aunt had a thin grilled chicken and vegetables. We both loved their scalloped potatoes, yum. My mother had gnocchi bolognese which was very good as well. For desert we went with rainbow cookie but it was missing that rainbow taste. The fruit tart with cream was nice but the cream could have been thicker to give it more taste. Cappuccinos were too light mostly milk in color and taste. Overall very happy this place is still here, it has everything and in a prime location.

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