Crema's Take
“The staff here are genuinely warm and attentive in a way that feels rare for Brooklyn, making even a quick coffee run feel like catching up with friends. Strong, well-executed espresso drinks and cold brew anchor the menu, backed up by solid pastries and a streamlined breakfast selection that doesn't try to do too much. If you're in the neighborhood looking for a reliable spot with real personality—not just good coffee, but people who actually care about your experience—this is worth the visit.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, good cold brew. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly, quick-grab, outdoor seating spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu. Wifi.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →A lot of people don't know this because it did not receive a lot of press coverage but this place was voted best coffee shop and friendliest staff by me in 2025.
Could not possibly love this place more. All of the mandatory boxes are checked: great location, strong coffee, fast wifi, and a sexy fireman calendar. But, what keeps me coming back day after day, week after week, and year after year are the people who work here. They are kind,…
Not bad, but not my top favorite. The atmosphere is nice, coffee and pastries are alright, and it's served super quickly. They have very limited pasties options. It would be great if they have more savory options 🙃 Also the fridge is loud so I felt as if I'm in the backyard of…
Location, location, location! This is the absolute perfect spot to grab an iced latte on your way to the ferry or just to sit at the park. Exceptionally friendly staff with tasty drinks and snacks. Definitely check them out on your next Williamsburg walk, you won’t be…
What a find! I don't live in NY, so I didn't have my trusty Keurig available to me. My daughter, who lives just around the corner from Honeybird, told me to try them out. Oh my!! Not only was it convenient for me to go to every morning, but I was introduced to monk fruit…
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