Queens Cafes for Tea and Rainy Afternoons

4.7 (205)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 10:30 – 22:30; Fri – Sat, 10:30 – 23:00

61-47 188th St

Settle into a modern Fresh Meadows cafe for a strawberry jasmine float and a croffle. The cozy room suits an indoor pause, though visitor reports note uneven service and food execution.

4.6 (28)

Mon – Sun, 06:00 – 22:00

169-05 Jamaica Ave

Guatemalan sweet bread and coffee make a simple pause on Jamaica Avenue. House made chili rellenos offer a savory alternative in a clean, organized neighborhood bakery.

4.3 (185)

Mon – Sun, 08:00 – 22:00

41-02 162nd St

Cushioned chairs, standing desks and plenty of outlets make this Flushing cafe suited to a longer stay. Order ube milk tea during a work break, and bring headphones for concentration.

4.5 (120)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 10:30 – 21:00; Fri – Sat, 10:30 – 21:30

61-15 Springfield Boulevard

Trinity Milk Tea can be customized down to 25 percent sugar at this Oakland Gardens stop. Pair an oversized drink with a warm Nutella egg waffle for a slower afternoon break.