
Kunafa, Croissants and Syphon Coffee in Queens
Four small Queens cafes, from an Astoria nook with Porto Rico coffee to a croissant counter in Long Island City.


A snug Astoria nook on 28th Avenue pouring Porto Rico coffee with fresh muffins and salami, turkey or curry chicken salad sandwiches. With two tables and a bench, it works as a grab-and-go stop or a quiet spot for remote work.
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A Long Island City bakery cafe where a James Beard-winning chef bakes croissants each morning, served plain, with add-ons or as a chicken sandwich. Indoor seating is very limited, so takeout is the practical plan.
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This Astoria cafe on Broadway brews specialty syphon coffee, cold brew and rotating seasonal drinks, often finished with latte art. Pastries sit at the counter, and indoor seating suits a longer stay.
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A welcoming Astoria cafe on Steinway Street serving Ilse coffee and warm cheese kunafa, soft Nablusi style or crunchy and slightly less sweet. Pastries come from Paloma Bakery, and the small room has dine-in seating.
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