Caffebene
“They also have a wide variety of fresh pastries and different bread types.”
“I love how they have a mini library in the back to study and the interior of the cafe is cozy.”
“They have great pastries and also bingsu (shaved ice), yum!”
Caffebene
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Good for Working: Yes
Price range.
$ Price range Under $10
8 reviews
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I ordered a Vietnamese coffee, and it was alright. I was expecting it to be more bitter. I found it to be strange compared to ones you would get at a Vietnamese restaurant. I guess it is aimed towards a sweeter palate. I also ordered a brownie as well to go. It was okay. I came in wanting to use the internet to do research, and there was a couple in there ranting about a show on his cell. It was too loud for studying. I do want to go back and try their regular house coffee next time. It is probably better than that espresso.
Nice coffee shop in Queens. Lots of soft treats immediately in front of you when you walk in. If you're trying to be good or on a diet or something, just avert your eyes. Their menu has great variety and their prices aren't too bad.
This is really a great place to study/work or to have an intimate conversation. It's quiet even if all the seats are filled. Everyone had in earbuds and was steady type-typing on their laptops, so my friend and I didn't feel like we were disturbing anyone with our conversation even though we were sitting rather close to some patrons. I really loved the atmosphere of this place.
The tables line the outer rim of the store and there's stands filled with treats n the middle. It's a bit crowded, but its decorated in such a way that makes it feel warm and welcoming and not chaotic and claustrophobic.
This is the kind of place I'd come to 3x/wk just to get outta my house and enjoy a nice hot drink with a book or a friend.
I don't come here often because it is out of my budget, but whenever I do the ambiance is always calming, perfect for studying especially if you like to study/read with a bit of noise around you. There is full glass windows so you can always doze off.
Everything is freshly made, I have had the hot chocolate (5$) and the shaved-ice (10-14$)
The hot chocolate is definitely not worth it, but the shaved ice is so yummy, it is overpriced for ice and fruits but it looks nice and treat yo self once in a while!
The staff is friendly and hosts a great environment, they keep this place clean and tidy and often see staff wiping things down. Kind of cramped in the sense that each table is so close to each other that even when you speak quietly, you can bet the person next to you heard those secrets.
Close to other restaurants & bars. So you can always pass time here before a reservation or a meetup. They have wifi as well for studying/e-book and whatnot!
Everyone working here is so rude and confused with their own job. The person at the cashier (who I assume is new) completely doesn't know what she's doing. Why do they think it's a good idea to put someone who has zero knowledge of the menu items as the face of the cafe? I ordered the Earl Grey Milk Latte which was a "special promotion" – they had pictures of it everywhere – but when the confused cashier person didn't know how to input it, she said they weren't offering it anymore. L-O-L.
A tip for whoever's managing this place. Train your people better. And tell them it doesn't hurt to smile. I've been to many Caffebene branches in Korea and it's so unfortunate that this Queens location doesn't live up to its potential AT ALL.
since my last review, i've come to really like this location, particularly their service. staff is always friendly, and even if i ask for no ice in my iced latte, they always fill it up anyway (unlike the manhattan ktown one where they literally hand me half a cup – never going back there). towards the end of the day, muffins are buy 1 get 1 free, so yay more muffins! i've never had a problem here and think that even though the prices are a bit high, their service makes up for it.
The Caffebene in Times Square left me all pissed off with the chain, I was praying they'd go away. Like New York Hot Dogs and Coffee in the village, see ya!
After dinner, my wife said she wanted coffee and Caffebene is across the street. We all cross the street and walk into a nice looking shop. The menu board looks amazing?? And there is no crowd, the place seems well managed? What the heck? I think Caffebene is working it's way into my heart.
The baked goods:
These baked goods remind me of Paris Baguette. We ordered a two different mini cookies in plastic containers as well as a large, flat but kinda curved cookie. Score
Gelato:
Gelato flavors that look amazing!
Salads and Sandwiches:
I'm reviewing these choices and they also look really good. Asian Sammy with bean sprouts is calling me..
Waffles:
Enough said. They have many different flavors along with cool topping choices. I'm starting to get woozy now
My sister in law ordered a White Hot Chocolate, brother in law & wife order coffee and I ordered a Cortado that was actually pretty good.
Tutto bene, I'm a fan, I'm a fan.
Can you now open in Port Jeff please?? We're getting a Chick Fil A, the first in NY!
Came here on a random Saturday to escape the heat but the moment I walked in I knew I wasn't welcomed.
Each staff member had their own brand of annoyance staples all over their face. I brushed it off and ordered only to have my order screwed up multiple times. What really confuses me, is how ignorant the people working here are. The cashier was clearly confused and everyone else didn't bother helping her out even though they saw her struggling.
To have such an established brand give such a poor impression to their customers is sad.
If you want a benchmark for bad service, come here and experience it first hand. I'm sure it won't disappoint.
meh, i really want to like caffebene, it's so cute and parisian. but i can't, I JUST CAN'T with their rude service, overpriced items, and lackluster food.
came here a few weeks ago with the bf because i was craving bingsoo (shaved ice). the bf and i got a few items and here's what i think:
-iced caramel macchiatto: ridiculously sweet and yet, watery at the same time. all i could taste was the syrup (thick layer of it). i much prefer starbucks' version, less sweet, and able to taste all the subtle flavors of milk, caramel, and espresso. (no, i kid you not).
-pastry with hot dog and corn: sweet and savory, the bf liked it.
-strawberry bingsoo: omg, it was HUGE and definitely enough for 2-3 ppl to share. again, it's too sweet for my liking. there's so much strawberry syrup, sweetened red bean; but the fresh strawberry was very tart. however, i have to give them credit for drizzling milk over the shaved ice, gives it more flavor.
the three items added up to roughly $20, which i think is insane for what it is. the guy who took my order looked really annoyed and made me felt like i was disturbing him for coming in. not sure if i want to go back to be "a hassle" to someone. lol. definitely overrated and overpriced, sorry, caffebene, no love for you!