Crema's Take
“Ricardo the barista is the real draw here—he's genuinely invested in understanding what you want and will craft something custom if you're unsure, making even a quick coffee run feel like a conversation with someone who actually cares. The espresso is consistently excellent and they roast premium beans from around the world, so you can grab bags to take home and keep chasing that flavor at home. It's tiny and intimate, perfect for a slow sit with a book or joining their sci-fi book club, though expect zero elbow room.”
What to expect
Espresso-focused, with a pour-over program, matcha and tea options too. A slow-sit spot, good for meetings. Full breakfast and pastries on the menu.
Google Reviews
See all on Google →Ricardo is incredible. Secret coffee is my favorite place on the planet because of him. He’s answered 1 million of my questions on coffee. Customer for life. The beans and brew are consistently delicious.
True to its name, this place is a hidden gem. The coffee is exceptional and is worth going out of your way. It's a tiny little spot tucked away with not much space to sit but that adds to the fun. And the baristas are super friendly. You can point to any coffee on the menu or…
Ricardo the barista is absolutely amazing! I didn't know what to get and he personally offered to whip something up for me and my boyfriend. With just a few answers and a dream, he knew exactly what to make us and did not disappoint. The area is small but intimate and peaceful.…
This is such a cute shop! We had matcha lattes and hung out, great books for sale, and we were intrigued by the sci-fi book club! If you get a matcha latte, try it with coconut milk, so good 💚
The coffee is so good here. They actually sell premium roast whole bean coffee beans from around the world. They also have other merchandise available for sale. They are located inside the Broadway mall in Brooklyn. So you have to go through this “mall” to Find it, hence the…
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