Alita Cafe

Weekend breakfast sandwich on a gluten free scone was YUM!!!! Thick bacon. A delicious caramelized sauce. Big big egg. Hugely messy lol but delightful. My friend & I split it, I enjoyed the portion size of the half! Tbh gluten free scone didn’t even taste GF in the sandwich. Cute little spot too and friendly staff ❤️

Great great grand breakfast sandwich. And they have a gluten free biscuit, which makes the perfect base for a gluten free breakfast sandwich !! I think the breakfast sandwich is only available weekends. Super nice people. Sandwich was greasy but not too greasy. They cook the bacon in honey which makes it SO yummy. They use Canadian bacon which is such a fun surprise and so delish. A small area to sit. Will be returning 100%

Okay people, stop going to Starbucks. Come here instead. These folks actually care about you. Seriously though, the brisket sandwich we had was amazing. The coffee is great and reasonably priced. They support other small businesses in the city as well and told us about this awesome stamp shop in Manhattan. The people that run this place are soooo nice!

What a wonderful place! The staff was so fun and the atmosphere extremely warm and inviting. The cappuccino was foamy and so smooth. They were even nice to my service pup and had no issues with us inside. Seems like the perfect place to be a regular. Will be back 110% also the in house baked goods where 🤌<3

Walked by on my way to drop something off and stopped by right after as needed a morning coffee. Listen - I think this was the best almond croissant I have ever had that I'm writing about it! Was so good I was sad to finish it. Also the guy with the whiskey hat - so kind and joyous - he threw like little cheese(?) balls to a dog for fun treats which was so cute. Anyway, i will find a reason to make my package returns there if it means a cappuccino and a yummy almond croissant! Thanks!

Super community-engaged cafe around the area. Pretty tiny but you got technically everything, sandwiches, pastries, coffee. Food and drinks were 4ish overall, 5 as the total for the whole place! Cappuccino was a classic, on a bitter side. Almond croissant was delightful, slightly different from normal bakeries. Soft texture with a nice smell. 🍌🍞Banana bread was surprisingly delicious! Moist but not too oily! Super simple but perfectly. Chocolate chip cookie was a classic too, nothing went wrong. Would go back to try sandwiches..!

Alita's cold brew is a standout—smooth, refreshing, and absolutely worth trying. But one of the real gems here is their homemade jam. It's perfectly balanced, not overly sweet, and pairs beautifully with their croissants. Picture this: the flaky, buttery layers of a croissant complemented by a luscious dollop of jam in every bite. It's a match made in heaven!

It's a nice place to go near the water. Very relaxing, bring your own food or they got some places there where you can buy some, but very relaxing. Could even have a little picnic. They got benches and chairs. It's a great place. I remember this place when I was growing up. It was nothing but dirt and grass back in the 70s and look at it. Now it's still got the old train tracks cuz. They used to park all the work trains there. When it came from the boat. But it's a big change and very relaxing. And for people like me, that grew up in this neighborhood and know the story about this place is very good. I wish I had photos from back then. In the days, but nobody knew this was gonna turn out to be this way. And there was also an old choochu train parked by the front.Just sitting there, they should have left it as a museum and just locked it down.So nobody will mess with it.But overall place look really nice

It's Tuesday morning and I'm looking for a breakfast spot that's opened by 8am. Cafe Alita popped up on my search and had a pretty stellar rating. We trekked the 20 minutes from where we are and make our way. This little trip didn't disappoint! I ordered the pastrami, egg, and cheese on a plain biscuit, while my SO ordered the chorizo biscuit with egg and cheese sans aioli. As we sat down and waited for our food, the chef was like, I insist you try it with the aioli and we said we accept this decision. Customer service here is fantastic. The girl at the register was very sweet and the chef, super friendly. There is a new sandwich on the menu but the Focaccia wasn't ready yet. Guess we'll have to come again!

I frequent this spot often with my partner on weekend mornings. He's a coffee lover where I prefer anything but that, but I will say from what I've tasted from taking sips of his cups of coffee, along with the chai lattes and teas I've ordered, it's one of the best I've had in Brooklyn. The pastries and sandwiches are a perfect combo with a drink and will get you through the mornings. The bacon egg and cheese on a croissant is my go to. The sauce that's on it is a perfect tie in. The prices are typical for a coffee shop in the city, however thankfully not overpriced. The space itself is a quaint little storefront on a busy commercial street. Not a place to have a long sit down, more just a quick rest and out you go. The service is quick and friendly and they will always accommodate any requests that you may have. Big pro is they always remember you if you come again!

Had a bacon egg and cheese on a gluten free biscuit. Wasn't expecting them to have that option so I was positively surprised and it was delicious! Would recommend!

Finally had the breakfast sandwich and it was devastatingly good. Yum! They have decaf which is cool.

Wow! This is a little hidden gem. This is probably the best coffee I've ever had in NYC. Doesn't taste burnt at all like most other places and it has a nutty aftertaste. Really delicious - doesn't even need syrup flavors. The chocolate chip cookie is divine and tastes homemade! I'm so happy I stumbled upon this little hole in the wall. It's tiny inside but there are a few tables / stool seats by the window. It's a great spot to bring a book and people watch. They have a bunch of other pastries that look delicious as well and I'm excited to try them all! This spot is just steps from the L train at Grand St. Don't miss it! Super friendly service, quick, and delicious. What else could you need?

I visited for my daily matcha latte on a cold, rainy weekend day. When I entered there were only two other guest, by the time I got my drink and left, there was about 7 people in there! The customer service was amazing. The staff was super attentive and asked me questions to make sure the order was correct and made sure the confirm everything. Super nice, super kind, super fast to make the order, the customer service is great overall. I got a matcha latte with oat milk and no sweetener. My matcha latte tasted a bit too powdery/chalky for my liking, but it was overall okay. I didn't love it, but it was good enough. It's hard to get the "just right" amount of matcha powder. Too much and it's powdery/chalky. Too little and there it little to no matcha flavor. The shop was small for 7 guests to be in line to order, but there are two 2-person table seats and 4 counter seats. Inside is very cute and a nice place to just sit and hang out.

Alita deserves the hype! Stopped by to order a highly raved BEC (bacon egg and cheese) and was thoroughly impressed. Perfect sweetness from the biscuit and sauce used and well cooked eggs that weren't too soft it fell apart and not too undercooked that it was dripping everywhere. The 3 person team running the show when I was in shop was phenomenal. All of whom were extremely friendly and switching between duties seamlessly. They offered another customer an extra pastry after their croissant fell apart when being picked up. The same employee ran after a woman who left forgetting she ordered a BEC. Another worker would take stops very briefly to say hello to any puppies that walked into the shop and gave them a treat. The last worker gave me a little extra egg after waiting ~15 mins for the BEC. Tip: you can call ahead! Small shop! A couple seats inside and out if you want to take a little break. And it's extremely well air conditioned! Great joint, I'll be back next time to try the coffee :)

I've lived in NYC for 9 years and this is the BEST breakfast sandwich I've had during my time here. I recco getting it on the focaccia but the options are plentiful. Not pictured is the banana bread, which for reasons I can't describe is also the best I've had. Just GO!

Great pit stop for coffeee/breakfast! They have punch cards but I didn't know this the first time I went and had to ask for one the second time. I think it's 1 free drink after 8? Service seems friendly and you can call in to order ahead. Foods I've tried: BEC - delicious! It has a sweet sauce which I was not expecting (didn't really read the ingredients) Croissant - delicious and flaky, I wished it was bigger!! Its got that slight sweet glaze on top Olive oil cake - sooooooo good, love the lemon Drinks I've tried: Coffee - so far my favorite in the area. Its strong and has a fruity/sour/acidic flavor, which I've grown to like BUT I know a lot of people don't. Dirty chai - my biggest disappointment here :( just tasted really sour (like the coffee sour but worse) and wasn't my cup of tea Another disappointment - oat milk is $1.25 extra, which is by far the most expensive I've seen for milk substitute

Simply the best. Great cold brew, amazing Focaccia, get it as a sandwich with the Pastrami Egg cheese and Aioli . Also the workers are very kind and hospitable, especially my main man with the beard! Will be coming back for sure

Excellent coffee, fresh croissants and amazing biscuits, perfect (and generous) egg sandwiches. And so so friendly!

Food was amazing I had an egg on the buttered biscuit with the jam -great servers the guy who makes the eggs was so attentive on knowing how I wanted my eggs -the bananas bread was amazing- I ate the food before I could take a picture because I'm greedy and pregnant so I left out the pictures but it helped with my craving -the ambiance it's pretty small its more like you sit eat real quick and go but it was cool .

The food here is amazing and the coffee is the best in brooklyn. I've been going here since 2022 almost every day and every time it's been great. The owners are also amazing.

The reviews of this place are what got us in the door & im so glad we listened. The moment you walk through the door you're met with a warmth you don't always find in the city. The staff was wonderful. The coffee is top notch. Just enough options and not trying to overdo it with an overwhelming menu. The biscuits. THE BISCUITS. Go hungry and get the Bacon Egg and Cheese Sandwich. It's killer!

The best coffee shop in NYC! They are so friendly and they make the best baked goods and breakfast sandwiches as well

Best coffee and espresso. Period. Incredible homemade pastries and a truly unparalleled breakfast sandwich. I'm so lucky this is my neighborhood coffee shop but it's SO GOOD it's worth a trip! Also everyone that works there is super friendly and welcoming.

INSANE BACON EGG AND CHEESE SANDWICH with a special sauce!! Most possibly the best you've ever had. The employees were lovely too. Cute little place to hang out at for a little.

BEC by Elvis. Work of art. Moist, doughy fresh biscuit, egg and cheese omelette and honey baked Canadian bacon (multiple slices) with their own sweet with a hint of hot sauce. Get them before they run out..they make daily batch of croissants and biscuits. Coffee slays too!!

A favorite coffee spot. Baristas are nice as could be. Coffee is good, the biscuits rule. Small but almost always a seat open.

It's honestly absurd that they charge you 75¢ for ice. I've gone in there 5 different times and paid 5 different prices for the same thing "Iced Hibiscus mixed with their jasmine green tea"... now i didn't mind when i was charged extra for mixing the teas, but to pay for ice? insane. Then when I asked the employee she said "we pay for ice" .. lol i'm not sure what kind of business you're running here but for the love of god, stop making your customers pay for ice!

It's a nice place but too small; almost no seating. So if you're trying to go and spend a few hours to read or use your laptop; going to have to wait until someone is done using the two small tables.

You will keep on going back for the home made pastries and beverages! I make sure to buy all the pastries I NEED while I'm there. Staff is so nice and very personable! The puppies love being there as well! This is such a gem!

Got an iced matcha latte from this cute little coffee shop in Williamsburg. There's not a ton of seating inside, but they do have some seats. The matcha latte was great, and had a nice strong matcha flavor. The barista was super friendly and took the time to make sure I liked the amount of simple syrup in it. They also have a punch card loyalty program!

This little cafe is so awesome!! Friendliest service in Brooklyn. Would highly recommend to all the locals to support this small business.

Local native. Have been wanting to stop in and I finally did. Wish I had sooner. Great selection of baked goods. Biscuits! Several kinds.... And the people couldn't be nicer. So welcoming and friendly. I got the BEC on a croissant and it was GLORIOUS. Also got a cookie. Also great. No coffee for me this time because I already had mine this morning and too much caffeine makes me carom everywhere like a pinball. But it smelled amazing and I will definitely get a proper cup next time. And there will be a definitely be a next time. Very soon. Go there! They rock!

Great little neighborhood cafe. Stopped in to pick up an iced latte (and to use their bathroom). Staff was ultra nice. Had I not just eaten, I definitely would've picked up a pastry as well. Not much in terms of seating. Just a few seats inside and a sidewalk table.

I was in the neighborhood for something else but needed a place to chill a while so I hung out at Alita Cafe. It's quite small but there are two counter stools against the front window where you can sit down. The seats are comfy as they can be for stools, fortunately. There is another medium size table and a few seats right outside, but the sidewalk is a little small so if you need quiet space, I recommend sitting inside. The coffee shop has a nice variety of pastries, if you want to have it with your coffee. I had a cup of hot latte, and it was alright. The barista was very friendly.

Super impressed with the pastries and overall vibe of this cafe! The banana bread is moist, perfectly sweet and topped with a nice caramelized, crunchy crust. The cookie is HUGE and everything you would want from a freshly baked cookie - buttery, gooey with just the right amount of crunch. It just melts in your mouth. The staff was very friendly and informative. And the cafe aesthetic was right out of a rom com. We are so excited to come and try their drinks and we will definitely be adding this as one of our regular spots!

In town visiting family and we decided to try Alita for breakfast. The food, coffee, and staff were incredible! We all opted for the Alita BEC on biscuits which were made to order. The baked goods had just come out of the oven which made it a hard choice. The biscuits were huge and so filling!! The eggs were light and fluffy and the sriracha aioli sauce was not spicy but added a wonderful flavor. The coffee was excellent too!! Everything was AMAZING!! We had an opportunity to speak with the owner and heard about how he got started and where the name came from. You can tell and taste the joy and passion! The customer service and quality of food is top notch! If you are in the area this is a must stop!!! You will not be disappointed!! Can't wait to visit again soon!!

It's been a while since I've written a review but after seeing the small number of reviews for Alita I wanted to pop on and let the world know how amazing this spot is. The coffee is top notch but DO NOT SLEEP ON THE FOOD! The BEC is extremely unique and delicious and the croissants are wonderful. The staff is so friendly and the stamp card system really comes in handy since you will be coming often. We love Alita!!

ordered ice latte (+ almond milk) , chocolate croissant , about 7 + 5 bucks. very happy about coffee , just right , means perfect for me , not over roasted, not over acidity , not over bitter. chocolate croissant is my fav bakery item. The authentic one usually made with layers of butter for the flaky experience. I like the way Alita Cafe made, added chewiness to the dough, less greasy (/buttery) , flaky ouside n chewy like bread inside. Chocolate filling is soft n not over sweet. love it! I like good neighboorhood coffee shop , do their bean roasting, do you? ** bakery items is freshly made everyday ** coffee bean is roasted at Long Island City. ** pet friendly

I can honestly say that in my 70+ years of travels this cafe offers some of the best biscuits and pastries I have ever had anywhere! Excellent!! We're already planning to make the 3+ hour train trip again next month to see you! (While it's true we also have two daughters living and working near your cafe and I love them dearly, your place is what excites me!) Cant wait to return!

Wow what a fantastic hole in the wall! Right when you walk in you see what a cozy space they've made-the cool green ceiling, all the plants, & embracing the brick in their space. Every person I spoke to was so kind, and they make an incredible latte. And yes, they do have oat milk! I also picked up one of their cheddar scones and it was incredible. They even roast their own coffee and I think they get fresh coffee beans almost every day. I got my first punch on my punchcard and I am so excited to be back.

Bacon egg and cheese sandwich is life changing. Best I've ever had. Would recommend for a quick bite.

What a fantastic find. I got the bacon, egg and cheese sandwich on their homemade biscuit and went to culinary heaven. That touch of Siracha is perfectly piquant without be spicy. It's kinda hard to eat due to undulating yumminess, but I managed with gusto. And napkins. Latte was fantastic. Oh -- the lemon olive oil bread hits that sweet spot. The guys there are super friendly and excited to showcase their food and drinks. Who wouldn't be with the high quality food their little kitchen turns out? Bravo.

This cafe is really an awesome addition to the neighborhood. The cold brew is really good and they have a bunch of milk options including oat which I appreciate. My 5 year old loves the banana bread and I was ordered to buy her a slice each day that I go in there to get myself a coffee. Haha. She also loved the chocolate croissant she had. All of the baked goods that I have had from there have been delicious (yes, I've been there every weekday that they've been open). The biscuits are so good. They had a new chorizo and cheese biscuit and it was amazing. I think they bake everything there each morning, which I also appreciate because you literally know you are getting the freshest biscuits and croissants. Also, they have chocolate chip cookies like everyday. Come on. This place is literally amazing! I can't wait to try one of the espresso drinks or a red eye. So so good!

Amazing biscuits! I think we are in trouble now that we know. Definitely going to be our new vice for a while! Delicious. The staff is so nice, it almost puts me off guard. Thank you for doing a great job everyone!

This cafe is such a gem! The Alita BEC all the way on chorizo biscuit was so divine. It was literally the best breakfast sandwich I've ever had. All the pasties are homemade. But what made this southern girl's heart so happy was the service. They made me feel so welcomed and we're happy to spend time talking with us and sharing their story. It was truly an experience I'll never forget. I'll be back tomorrow!

This was a pleasant experience. The staff was super friendly and attentive as soon as you walk in. They remembered the names and orders of customers coming in (regulars). We got an iced latte and chedder + chorizo biscuit, as well as the made to order bacon egg and cheese. The BEC is a must-have. One of the best breakfast sandwiches we've had in a long time. Coffee is solid and it was a pretty large portion. Would recommend this place especially if you're close by!

Alita Cafe has great coffee (served at the perfect temperature) and delicious pastries. The staff are also very friendly. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Brooklyn!

Alita has, hands down, the best breakfast sandwiches in New York. I've never had anything like it. The amount of love they put into their food is wild. Definitely recommend!

Best coffee and best GF biscuit in all the city. the BEC melts my heart. The service is impeccable. Will def be back again!

Hands-down by the best bacon egg and cheese nearby. customer service is wonderful and very nice and attentive.

Fantastic little coffee shop. The iced latte was delicious, and the pastries, while I haven't sampled them, look scrumptious. Even better, the service was super sweet and sunny. Thank you Alita café!

Alita is the best cafe in the area. Amazing pastries, good coffee, and a tight knit staff that is always welcoming and clearly dedicated to running a place worth coming to again and again.

Great little cafe right across the L train on Grand St. Although there is limited seating, it is a great stop for a quick drink and pastry. I got a 8oz Oat Milk Vanilla Latte and buttery croissant for $10. Can't recommend it enough! Great service from the workers and if you are able to stay and sit, it is a chill and aesthetically pleasing environment!

the nicest staff on earth. make a mean iced latte and every baked good i've ever had here is so so fresh.

I looove this place! My favorite coffe in the neighborhood! Their pastries are always delicious and fresh, plus the staff is so kind and friendly what's not to love!!

I am two bites in to the Bacon, Egg and Cheese and wow! Alejandro you did your thing. I'll be back!