Shirley S.
Yelp
I can't believe this cafe lives right around the corner from me! The storefront is small and you might miss it because it's sandwiched between other bigger stores. But don't let that fool you, it's got a packed menu to offer. The pastries are all made in house by the owner's brother, and they have been sooo delicious every time I have gotten them. They offer a wide variety from savory to sweet, and everything is fresh and quickly sells out. I snagged their last caprese croissant sandwich which was just the most refreshing meal to eat on a hot day. The mozzarella is fresh and cool, the tomato is juicy, and the croissant is toasted and warm and flakey. All for $5.50! Their quiches are amazing as well, with unique flavor combinations like goat cheese, tomato, and roasted garlic. I'm determined to try every one of them. They also sell these tapenades and dips and I'm curious about them too.
As far as drinks go, they're the best bet for quality roasted coffee around the block if you're willing to spend the extra two bucks vs the millions of bodegas.
There's not too much seating, just stools against two walls and two small tables. It's usually easy to find seating because most people grab and go, but when this place blows up I'm sure it'll be difficult to.
The owner and workers here are so friendly and truly have developed a sense of community for their patrons. This cafe tops it all, more than bigger, pricier, fancier, more "aesthetic" cafes because of what it offers to the soul.