Milk Crate Coffee

Milk Crate Coffee

1278 49th St, Brooklyn, NY

★★★★★4.7(335 Google reviews)

Crema's Take

Tucked in Brooklyn's vibrant Boro Park neighborhood, this spot masterfully balances serious espresso craftsmanship with an unexpectedly welcoming, hip atmosphere that feels equally at home hosting a casual coffee run or a leisurely brunch gathering. Beyond their espresso foundation, they've carved out a distinctive identity with creative signature drinks like their raspberry lavender lemonade and an impressive lineup of fresh pastries and paninis that keeps regulars coming back for more than just coffee. Fair warning: quality can be inconsistent, but when they nail it, the combination of thoughtful drinks, genuine hospitality, and locally-beloved food makes it worth the trip.

What to expect

Espresso-focused, with creative signature drinks. A quick-grab spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast, pastries, and light food on the menu. Family friendly.

Light foodPastriesQuick grabCraft espressoFull breakfastMeetingsSpecialty drinksTraditional drinksSignature drinksFamily friendly

Google Reviews

carlos diaz
★★★★★4 months ago

Didn’t like the quality of the coffee can’t really recommend. Paid almost $8.00 for a flat white that didn’t even had foam or taste.

Dovi Kletski
★★★★★8 months ago

Amazing service great breakfast place 10/10

Devika Shivpersaud
★★★★★10 months ago

Ended up in the area by accident and desperately needed coffee. A short search turned up Milk Crate. I purchased the Lavender Lemonade and added raspberry because the gentleman said it'd be even better. They also ask for your desired sweetness level, which was nice. I really…

Yaakov Rimmer
★★★★★3 years ago

Went out here on chanukah for a small brunch and wow was I in for a treat! Being in the midst of boro park I had assumed it would be a very heimish experience, I was pleasantly surprised that as soon as I entered I felt like I was transformed to a place miles away from 13th…

Moishe
★★★★★6 years ago

Very cool and hip! Coffee is great! Fork and bowl salads yum! Grilled paninis delicious! Cinamon danish for dessert, totally heaven!

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