Nako

Loved our lattes at this beautiful cafe! Got vegan donuts from next door and had outdoor seating. Owner was taking our order. Beautiful mugs and free stickers are made by his wife. Presentation and atmosphere was 10/10.

One of the happiest little life moments—stumbling upon a cozy neighborhood café completely by chance. Tucked away on a quiet street in the historic Brooklyn Heights and right next to the famous Cloudy Donuts, I was instantly drawn to Nako by its clean, minimalist aesthetic. It turns out they just opened their doors four months ago. In a city overflowing with aesthetic cafes, Nako has already won me over. They serve artisan coffee and pour-overs using quality beans. The gorgeous handmade ceramic mugs to the beautifully poured latte art genuinely made me smile. ＊Nako Latte $7 I got their signature Nako Latte, a latte infused with cardamom syrup and made with a special house milk blend (mix of whole and cashew milk). It was lightly sweet and subtly spiced—I'll definitely get this again. ＊Mint Lemon Iced Tea $5 Very minty—perfect if you're a fan! My boyfriend really loved this one. Refreshing and bold, especially on a warm day.

I had a cappuccino at Nako coffee today and it was absolutely amazing.I love how they serve their drinks in real cups instead of plastic — something you don’t see very often in nyc. The staff were so friendly and kind :) The place has a calm, cozy vibe that makes it perfect for relaxing, or getting some work done. I’ll definitely be coming here more often!!

Ive had the cappuccino, iced nako latte, and olive oil cake. All were VERY delicious. All of the staff are super nice, and the atmosphere was very inviting. I will be visiting every time i visit brooklyn <3

A beautiful cafe with limited assortment of pastries. The matcha loaf was a bit too sweet which overpowered delicate matcha taste. The service could be faster. But the ambiance and seating is so nice, I hoped for years taht someone opens a cafe in this corner of Brooklyn Heights. And finally it is there!

Tucked away on the cobblestone streets of Brooklyn, this coffee shop is such a gem. It has a calm, cozy vibe and some creative lattes. Their signature Nako Latte is a must-try. And Okan, the host, is so kind—definitely say hi to him from me!

Came over from Manhattan and wanted a cute breakfast. We got the matcha latte, regular latte, banana bread with espresso butter and a yuzu matcha slice. I have been making matcha at home for a few years and I’ve tried many out and this matcha was one of the best I’ve ever had. Despite its small size, the yuzu matcha slice was very dense and filling; it was phenomenal. The banana bread and latte was also a great pair. They offered macadamia milk and did milk blends. The atmosphere was calm for a Friday morning and the baristas were really friendly. I would 100% make a special trip just to get coffee here again. The location is super for if you want to wander along the river with your treat as well…

Ahhh I’m so excited we have a new gorgeous and vibey coffee shop in the hood. They have French music playing, desks for a nice change of scenery for remote workers, and the pastries are incredible and sourced from Bien Cuit. I had a prosciutto baguette and a mocha that’s divinely rich and not too sweet. Welcome to the neighborhood!

Nako is such a charming spot for matcha lovers. Their Nako Matcha Latte is definitely my favorite , smooth, beautifully balanced, and always presented in such a pretty way. I've tried a few different milk options, and while pistachio milk is fine, I think oat milk works better overall. It makes the drink creamier without overpowering the matcha. If you're in Brooklyn and craving a high-quality matcha latte in an aesthetic, relaxing space, Nako is absolutely worth a visit.

This place is so good! We got their specialty chai latte (that comes with a blend of non dairy milks that gives it such a unique and delicious taste) and a chestnut latte that my partner said is his favorite latte right now and he's been craving it ever since. This spot is close to bk bridge park so you can get your drinks to go & walk around the park or get your drinks in cups to stay & enjoy your time in their cute cafe. They have a long sharable table in the back, minimal "bar" seating, and some window spots in the front. Perfect to read a book or get some work done. I love that they have a bathroom for use & water station. Overall, cute aesthetic and great drinks

One of the happiest little life moments--stumbling upon a cozy neighborhood café completely by chance.   Tucked away on a quiet street in the historic Brooklyn Heights and right next to the famous Cloudy Donuts, I was instantly drawn to Nako by its clean, minimalist aesthetic. It turns out they just opened their doors four months ago.   In a city overflowing with aesthetic cafes, Nako has already won me over. They serve artisan coffee and pour-overs using quality beans. The gorgeous handmade ceramic mugs to the beautifully poured latte art genuinely made me smile.   ＊Nako Latte $7 I got their signature Nako Latte, a latte infused with cardamom syrup and made with a special house milk blend (mix of whole and cashew milk). It was lightly sweet and subtly spiced--I'll definitely get this again.   ＊Mint Lemon Iced Tea $5 Very minty--perfect if you're a fan! My boyfriend really loved this one. Refreshing and bold, especially on a warm day.

Super cute cafe with tables inside and out to work from. They have wifi and the login information is at the counter. Staff are friendly! I got an iced Nako Matcha Latte with Sea Salt Earl Gray (2.5/5). The matcha taste was alright but I didn't get any Earl Gray taste and the cup was SO SMALL.

Great vibes and coffee! Really enjoyed the atmosphere here - great spot to catch up with a friend or have coffee. Their cookie was also very good! Would definitely check it out if you're in Brooklyn Heights!

Beautiful cafe, every little detail was so thoughtful. A true visual pleasure! I got a mint iced tea, my boyfriend got a flat white. We both were impressed with our beverages. I also really liked the cute cup they serve it in.

Cute, cozy cafe and honestly, the only thing I've tried is their spiced chai!!! It's chef's kiss whether hot or cold. I have glanced at their pastries, but nothing really catches my eye.

Columbia Place has a lot more businesses in play since I last visited. I had seen Nako randomly on social media so I made the time to visit. I think the place is really cute. There are chairs outside (definitely great for the spring- early fall time), a bench attached to the counter and a table in the back for seating. I'm uncertain if WiFi is available though people were comfortable using laptops in the back. They have the standard cafe options plus a couple of pastries. They also have specialty drinks including their Nako matcha latte which has earl grey syrup and sea salt flakes. I got that iced with oat milk. Overall it is a really serene spot. It is relatively close to the water (a few blocks from Brooklyn Bridge Park). The people working was good at answering questions. It was relatively busy for a Sunday afternoon (though it was bright outside so people in the neighborhood would be taking advantage). They sell coffee by the bag and also cups they use in store if that's the studies you like. Overall, a cute find for the neighborhood.

A very welcome addition to the neighborhood with excellent coffee!! The vibes are great and it's a wonderful place to work or to meet a friend for a coffee. I will say that there may be a few kinks they need to iron out still, as it's happened twice already that I waited over 10 minutes for a drink simply because they forgot about me or because there was lack of communication between the cashier and the barista. One time they comped our drink for this mistake. Soooo maybe not the best place if you're in a hurry for your coffee to go. I absolutely love all the drinkware they serve their drinks in! And the baked goodies are a great addition as well.

I just returned from visiting my parents in New York for the holidays and my mother asked me what was on my list of things I wanted to do in New York and out of the entire city, going to Nako was the only thing I felt like I really wanted to do. Let me just say this might be the best all around cafe in the city. The coffee is never a miss. I have tried it on multiple occasions and each time it exceeds my expectations. The pastries are fantastic. You really can't go wrong but I had a cinnamon bun the other day and it was just fantastic. Ans the people well they are just wonderful. They kind, helpful, patient, and just some of nicest people. I have never had a bad experience and I am looking forward to my next visit already.

Great flavors. Wished the matcha taste was a bit stronger but overall good drink. The cup size is a bit small, I drank it in a few seconds. Maybe it was just hot that day.

Had to come back to try it after finding out they opened! The coffee shop is a multi roaster currently serving Ilse and Graziela , you cannot go wrong with either options. We got an oat latte and an americano with their two different espresso offerings. The americano was incredibly pulled with crema still sitting on top (the way my wife loves it) and my latte was perfect, not light not dark and still can taste the coffee. Later on we saw they made pour overs and got one with Ilse, clean and perfect. Will come back once they switch their coffees but for now, this space has incredible potential for this area.

Pricey but a spa like coffee, iced tea and focaccia experience - low-fi music and sometimes it lets itself go into a higher energy. Restrooms available and not grungy -

Coffee is decent, quality beans and syrups made in-house. Extremely overpriced, even for Brooklyn standards. Like I think I paid 9 dollars for a flat white + syrup. Absurd. The owner is also pretty rude and standoffish, so I don't intend on going back.

I always get my hot croissants from there and my hot chocolate perfect space with amazing ambiance everyone is so kind you can also see really pretty designs and feel electric ! It's also a perfect space to study or work I think going here when it's cold and reading or any time is perfect i definitely recommend it's my favorite coffee shop ever! You'll definitely make friends because the service is amazing they are so kind and tree everyone well!

The best Matcha, I've ever had! They have a variety of drinks and each hits the spot. You can also grab one of their unique pastries. The decor is light and airy. It's def a vibe for me. Nako for the WIN!

Truly top notch espresso equipment... resulting in delicious coffee. Super excited these guys are in the neighborhood. Also, love they have pastries (with a few smaller options when you're just looking for a side snack).

I liked this place. It's cute and new in my neighborhood. Unfortunately this is one of those coffee shops that snarls at customers who don't tip on their already tiny $8 coffee. Customers are done with being panhandled at the counter and are beginning to avoid places who do this. I hope the manager is able to train their staff, particularly the person with bleached eyebrows, on how to treat customers - that tipping is optional - and that customers are over it already.

New blood to Brooklyn... What a great coffee shop atmosphere with a nice clean modern space filled with a nice curation of artwork. The coffee here is exceptional with a great bar and service. Glad we made the extra trip to get the coffee fix on our vacation!