Maya Congee Cafe - Fulton St
1013 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY
Crema's Take
“Maya Congee Cafe is a cozy Brooklyn refuge where congee becomes a meditative experience, whether you're nursing a warming ginger tea on a rainy afternoon or discovering their inventive takes on the traditional rice porridge that locals keep coming back for. The intimate space invites lingering, and regulars praise the braised chicken congee for its thoughtful balance of flavors and soul-soothing digestibility, though adventurous eaters might find their creative ingredient combinations a delightful departure from Chinatown classics. It's the kind of place where comfort food sneaks up on you with how nourishing it truly is.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Light food on the menu.
Google Reviews
Can’t find a better place for a rainy day meal! Paired with a ginger tea, hot in winter or iced in summer. Mmmmm
I’ve gotten the braised chicken congee both times I’ve been here - consistently delicious! Good mixture of flavors, easy on the stomach and good for digestion. Def recommend! The banh mi was ok. i didn’t expect it to blow me out of the water because the name of the restaurant…
I recently tried the congee here and it was fantastic! 🍲 I’m familiar with congee from Chinatown, so I knew what to expect, and this did not disappoint. It was so yummy and filling, with the pork floss, carrots, and mushrooms combining perfectly for a flavorful, comforting…
Very pleasant and intimate space. The congee has a unique approach with different ingredients from traditional congee. The food sneaks up on you on how filling it gets. A great rainy day experience especially since there are some local Asian delights for sale too
We had the classic comfort, golden energy, and morning brioche no1. I was hoping the congees took congee to the next level but while eating it, I found myself wishing I was eating more traditional congee instead. The morning brioche no1 bun was ok
Crema Reviews
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