Cheeni

My friend and I went to a cute cafe. Indian dishes weren't authentic; we had masala chai (American cinnamon milk tea) and mango lassi (not mango-like). Keema pav was delicious. Chicken popcorn was burnt. Service and atmosphere were great.

Cheeni is such a breath of fresh air, a cafe that pours intention into every beverage, quality into every bite, and warmth into their interactions with customers. i've come twice this week and will be back over & over. the food is so so good. can enthusiastically recommend the Loaded Egg Paratha for breakfast, the 65 Snack Wrap for a filling & affordable lunch bite, and the passionfruit cake is (vegan, what?!?) so so delicious. big shout to the Cheeni team for the care with which you've designed your space, menu, and offering. 🖤

What a find. This fairly small casual restaurant has Indian street foods, dessert treats and delicious drinks. We had Chop (a croquette of spiced potatoes) and Phuchka (small deep fried shells filled with chickpeas, potatoes & onions) and a salad. All were outstanding. The staff is so helpful and friendly. The next morning we had to come back to try their lattes and got a rose pistachio pastry to go. Definitely will return.

Love this new neighborhood spot! I’ve had their great coffee before but finally tried the food and YUM. The Kati Crunchwrap is so yummy!! Decided to work from here today and the vibes are great for work (they play a lot of Lady Gaga, so of course the vibes are great).

I tried 3 dishes, a couple drinks and desserts in recent weeks and I think the flavor palette I enjoyed indian food growing up or the ideas in my mind on what fresh ideas on what indian food could look like now didn't play out when going to this establishment. For me, all the flavors felt off. The outdoor seating is a bit dangerous to place drinks on and outdoor chairs are a bit small to sit.The food/drinks while aesthetically pleasing... but the flavors were over-powering or mixed in a way that made the whole experience of the food not very enjoyable. If the flavors work for you, I think you'll enjoy this place. If not, don't try lots of stuff on the menu just to convince yourself that it was you.

Had a delicious breakfast here - so much to choose from! Really enjoyed the cardamom & plum pastry, along with the masala egg & cheese sandwich we split. Delicious drinks, cozy atmosphere, and super friendly staff… excited to come back for wine / dinner soon! Highly recommend, this is a hidden local gem.

Such a good vibe! And the keema pao is delish!!! This place is great all times of day :) So lucky to have this in the neighborhood

One of the best dining experiences I’ve had in a long time. The setting was comfortable and well maintained, creating a pleasant environment for a meal. Every detail, from presentation to service, reflected high standards. The staff was welcoming and efficient, and the overall organization was impressive. Everything exceeded expectations and made for a truly memorable visit.

Located in BedStuy, Cheeni is not far from the Kingston-Throop station. They claim "Indian-ish" cuisine, and I could definitely see the influence. But don't expect heaps of butter chicken and rice. This cafe serves more like light bites and hot drinks. I loved the mango lassi and kale Caesar salad. The staff was kind enough to keep my takeout dessert in the fridge temporarily. The interior is full of books and textile wall arts. The seating is mismatched but still matching in vibe (natural wood colors, light green, and maroon). I think the price/value is reasonable. The water is serve yourself, and laptops are allowed. You order at the counter but usually are served at your table. My one qualm is that I had asked about takeout ordering, which she claimed was available online. Right now only pastries and specialty items can be ordered online, not the normal full menu. Hopefully they get this fixed soon.

Cute little cafe in Stuyvesant Heights. This was an unplanned visit because I had to drop something back to A and was here enjoying some of their coffee and baked goods. I end up getting their cappuccino and their blueberry ricotta pastry. It was decorated with crystallise sugar on top and had a nice crunchy texture on top and super moist in the inside. It was good. Didn't take a picture of the pastry since it was half eaten already. I would come back again to try other things.

Love this place! We went on a Sunday evening and it was super chill and quiet. I got the aam panna green mango drink and the peyaji, the drink was refreshing, not too sweet, and a little spicy as advertised and I loved it! The fritters were delicious, very flavorful. I wish they had a little sauce but they didn't need it. Kind staff, food came out quickly, really cute cafe with little personal design touches. Want to try the daytime menu!

Lovely cafe/restaurant food was delicious, the coffee and chai was some of the best I have had! Additionally the service was great and staff so friendly!

LOVED this spot! Affordable, yummy, and very cute spot to hang out! We got the egg and cheese, egg paratha, and lentil keema. The egg and cheese is AMAZINg 10/10 would come back for this, as was the paratha. I'd probably skip the keema pav next time but otherwise 10/10 will be back!

Cheeni is a great new spot on Tompkins Avenue. Good food and great atmosphere. Worth stopping by if you are in the neighborhood.

This is my new favorite local cafe!! Everything about this place is so awesome. The cardamom plum pastry I had was delicious, the chai was beautifully spiced, the decor and seating was cute and comfy, and everyone was extremely kind and welcoming! They allow computers, have a bathroom, and don't play music too loud--and it was relatively empty and easy to get a seat--so this is the perfect place to get some work done while enjoying some treats. Can't wait to come back and try some food from the full menu and check out the patio space!

Cheeni is that rare spot you can't neatly label - part café, part bar, part restaurant, and somehow perfect for pretty much any time you want to eat or drink. There's zero pressure if part of your group just wants drinks, though you'd be missing out if you skip the food. My favorite dishes were: Chop - incredibly delicious croquettes Peyaji - sexy cousin of the onion ring Tea-ramisu - like the original but with masala chai and cardamom cream instead of coffee The space itself feels both relaxed and personal. The seat cushions are wrapped in the owner's mother's repurposed saris, and I particularly loved the bathroom vibes. There's also great outdoor seating. Highly recommend this new neighborhood spot!

One of the worst chai I have ever had. Food was good especially the piyagi. Service was self serve so couldn't write much about that, ambience was cute well put together:

Excellent and beautifully presented food, really nice people, refreshingly relaxing setting