Brooklyn Cafes lover’s dream. The borough boasts plenty of cafes that brew up a great cup, whether you’re looking for a quick latte or to settle in for a long, slow drink. There are also many coffee shops where you can sit back and work or meet up with friends.
The Brooklyn coffee scene is always evolving. Some of the city’s best coffee shops feature high-quality coffee beans roasted in house, while others are notable for their ambiance and service. Here are some of the top places to grab a cup in Brooklyn.
Coffee shop meets merch shop in this Australian-inspired Williamsburg eatery, where succulents and indie mags line the geometric shelves. Pair a flat white or affogato with a brekkie bun, avo smash, or co-yo (vegan coconut milk yogurt acai bowl) and cozy up to a repurposed milk crate table. Then browse the slew of tees, mugs, and “death before decaf” dad caps to take home.
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Located beneath a Hare Krishna temple in downtown Brooklyn, this daytime-only cafeteria-style eatery is famous for its stellar adobo, which features chicken braised in soy sauce to remarkably rich effect. This vegetarian spot also offers a slew of other lunch and dinner options that are popular with locals, including a stellar spinach lasagna and soups like clam chowder.
A cult favorite among Bushwick’s self-proclaimed coffee aficionados, this converted industrial space has light wood and lots of brushed aluminum, but not enough seating for the crowds. Then again, this is one of the borough’s most highly sought-after coffee spots for a good reason; their beans are sourced from some of the city’s best roasters and served with an unwavering attention to detail. Make sure to try their special leak parmesan croissant and sparkling cascara, a rare fruit juice made from the outer section of the coffee fruit.