The best cafes in Brooklyn

“Signature coffee drinks including burnt marshmallow, turmeric, & nut milks with pastries & toasts.”

“Cozy coffeehouse featuring Puerto Rican coffee and teas, plus quick bites such as empanadas.”

“Pit stop for snacks, drinks & daily essentials”

“Flower store featuring coffee, pastries and sandwiches. Coffee bar.”

“Bright café offering bagels, croissants, desserts and sandwiches, plus coffee and juices.”

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

“Cozy coffee shop specializing in espresso drinks, brewed coffee (including iced varieties) and lattes.”

“Casual cafe and coffee shop known for locally roasted beans and baked goods served all day.”

“Boris & Horton is the rare spot where your caffeine fix comes with tail wags, thanks to a split setup that lets pups be off leash in the Dog Dining Room while you hang with a latte and cafe bites. Go solo, bring your mutt, either way it’s a joyful midweek reset.”

From the Brooklyn newsletter, August 6, 2026

“When you need purr therapy this week, The Brooklyn Cat Cafe is NYC’s only nonprofit, volunteer-driven, woman-owned cat cafe where you can hang with adoptable rescue cats, take low-key classes, or book a private event. A wholesome reset that just might send you home with a new roommate.”

From the Manhattan newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Ultramodern European-style cafe featuring premium Italian coffee & espresso drinks & pastries.”

“Branch of a French bakery and cafe serving coffee, pastries, and brunch in a cozy setting.”

“Relaxed eatery serving French-influenced light fare in a rustic-chic space with a patio.”

“Matcha drinks & frozen yogurt turned out in a hip, pink-&-green accented cafe with tropical flair.”