Loaf on Paper by niconeco zakkaya

Stepping into Loaf on Paper at 64 Grand St is an absolute delight. This isn't just a cafe or just a stationery store; it's a thoughtfully curated space that combines the best of both worlds into a truly unique, calming experience. The atmosphere immediately draws you in. With its soft, natural lighting, exposed wooden beams, and beautiful Japanese-inspired decor, the space is airy, warm, and feels like a peaceful escape from the hustle of Brooklyn. The counter, with its subtle sage-green tones, is inviting, and the display of beautiful pastries makes deciding what to order the hardest part of the visit. I highly recommend their matcha latte (perfectly balanced and creamy) and any of their freshly baked goods. What truly sets Loaf on Paper apart is the niconeco zakkaya side. It’s a treasure trove for anyone who appreciates quality paper goods, unique gifts, and Japanese design. From exquisite notebooks and colorful planners to charming stickers and art supplies, every item feels hand-selected. Browsing the aisles is a meditative experience, and the selection is inspiring for both artists and organized thinkers alike. The staff is incredibly kind, attentive, and helpful without being intrusive. Whether you're settling in for a quiet work session, meeting a friend, or hunting for that perfect piece of stationery, Loaf on Paper offers a cozy, beautiful, and inspiring environment. It’s an easy five stars and a must-visit destination in Williamsburg!

Coconut matcha cloud was nice to try. Not sure I would go for it a second time but certainly no regrets. It was not your classic matcha latte and had some coconut flavour (and not too sweet which is good) as well as something creamy on top. It was also topped up with flowers and other garnishes like coconut pieces which made the drink look absolutely gorgeous but made it less comfortable to drink. The price was pretty high. The atmosphere inside of the spot was just outstanding - super modern, clean and well decorated. There was a shop at the back too featuring a lot of Japanese goods - the lovers of the culture could spend hours in there I’m sure. I would like to be back and have another drink inside!

Very fairy-dust core. Very “if neverland sold stationary”. Very “small Scandinavian village with matcha cloud lattes”. This place is bumping and has a small (manageable) line all day on Saturday. Lots of space to sit. Laptops are allowed but not on weekends. Good place to journal but it is a bit loud on weekends just cause it’s so busy. The sesame latte was really good. Strong sesame flavor. Maybe a bit too creamy for my liking but it was really good. The stationary stuff is CUTE. The mugs are CUTE. The plates are CUTE.

This was such a cute cafe and vibe, the light colored wood theme throughout the cafe. Matcha latte was strong and super flavorful, one of the better matcha lattes I’ve had recently! Also the attached stationary store had so many cute notebooks and stickers and washi tape I really liked it.

[updated review: the staff have built such a lovely space. i can tell the owner really cares about her craft, and it’s been such an honor seeing loaf evolve!] Such a lovely space — definitely worth checking out and supporting! The cafe offers a solid selection of drinks, and the stationery section is beautifully curated with a wide variety of unique, well-designed items. The pastries are excellent — I highly recommend the hojicha madeleines and the strawberry shiso cake. That said, drinks are on the pricier side (e.g., $7 for a matcha). Understandable for a local business and the thoughts put into making the drinks. Their sesame cream latte is amazing! All in all, still a spot I’d recommend. There’s so much to love here!

I had the most AMAZING time here! Pretty quiet on a weekday afternoon, as I hear it can get busy on weekends since the opening. The baristas and shop employees were all SO sweet and friendly! I browsed the extensive selection of stationery for a long time and picked up some cute items, then got a fantastic matcha latte and delicious black sesame pound cake while enjoying the serenity of the cafe up front. I will definitely be coming back!!!

Ordered a pumpkin spice cream latte and it was absolutely delicious. The spot is very serene, lots of natural light and some spots to sit down at but usually all taken. There’s a super cute Japanese stationery store in the back. Staff was very friendly.

We stopped by Loaf on Paper on Friday around 9 a.m. The cafe had about 5 people seated when my husband and I walked in. We thought we were the only ones in line. Big mistake. Those 5 folks already had their drinks and were still waiting for orders. It ended up taking about 25 minutes for our drinks to be ready. (cold brew and a black sesame latte). I almost wanted to just get a refund and skip to another coffee shop. We had meetings coming up and this is probably me just being super antsy. The coffee itself is great. They have creative specialty options and really well made drinks. But be ready to wait. There was only ONE person running the entire shop: taking orders, grinding beans, steaming milk, everything. I haven’t seen anyone hustle that hard working at a cafe, and honestly this barista deserves to be paid the salary of 2 people for how much work he’s doing.